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house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to expand the child tax credit to include stillbirths. By recognizing stillbirths similarly to live births for tax purposes, we aim to provide financial support and acknowledgment to families experiencing this profound loss.Congress.gov
HR 570 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the child tax credit with respect to stillbirths.
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to address the financial challenges in Puerto Rico by proposing a study to explore consolidating federal grant programs. This effort aims to ease the administrative burden on Puerto Rican public agencies, helping them access crucial funding more efficiently during their ongoing economic recovery and disaster response efforts.Congress.gov
HR 596 - Report on Grant Consolidation Authority for Puerto Rico Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to make tax deductions for investments in qualified property permanent, so businesses can immediately deduct the full cost of certain assets and encourage long-term growth. This aims to boost investment by providing clearer, lasting tax benefits.Congress.gov
HR 574 - ALIGN Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're advocating for the Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection and Pollution Prevention Act, which aims to safeguard the pristine waters and forest habitats of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Voyageurs National Park. By prohibiting certain types of mining activities within the Rainy River Watershed in Minnesota, we seek to preserve natural resources, support treaty rights, and protect the region's thriving tourism industry for future generations.Congress.gov
HR 588 - Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection and Pollution Prevention Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're aiming to enhance the safety and cleanliness of our nation's beaches by amending existing laws to provide grants for improved beach water quality monitoring and contamination identification, ensuring our coastal recreational waters are safe for the public.Congress.gov
HR 583 - BEACH Act of 2025
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to establish a comprehensive study to understand the prevalence of cholangiocarcinoma, a rare liver cancer, among Vietnam veterans. This legislation aims to gather vital data to identify potential health risks and explore necessary actions to support these veterans.Congress.gov
HR 586 - Vietnam Veterans Liver Fluke Cancer Study Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're looking to ensure that very low-income veteran families receive consistent support by making it a permanent policy for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide them with financial assistance for housing. This legislation aims to offer stability and security to those who have served our country and are now in need of a supportive foundation.Congress.gov
HR 585 - Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to update Social Security rules so that certain children's insurance benefits are limited for those whose parents are 67 or older and earn more than $125,000 a year. This measure aims to target benefits based on family income and ensure resources are directed where they are most needed.Congress.gov
HR 571 - ____ Act
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to clarify and enhance the oversight of full-time National Guard duty activities conducted in states, territories, and the District of Columbia by requiring the consent of the chief executive officer in these regions for certain operations, ensuring alignment with local and national objectives.Congress.gov
HR 590 - _______ Act of 2024
house 01/21/2025 - 119th Congress
We're introducing the Strengthening Pathways to Health Professions Act to amend the tax code, allowing certain health professions education scholarships and loan payments to be excluded from gross income. This change aims to reduce the financial burden on those entering healthcare fields, particularly in underserved areas, promoting greater access to healthcare services across the nation.Congress.gov
HR 593 - Strengthening Pathways to Health Professions Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to improve air quality and community health by proposing the Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025, which aims to provide grants to air pollution control agencies to establish clean air centers and distribute air filtration units in areas impacted by wildland fire smoke. This initiative focuses on protecting vulnerable populations and ensuring access to safer air during smoke events.Congress.gov
HR 566 - Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to repeal the law that banned certain foreign-owned apps, aiming to remove restrictions on these platforms and restore access for Americans. This legislation seeks to reverse the designation of these apps as security threats.Congress.gov
HR 564 - Repeal the TikTok Ban Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to increase labor’s voice on State and local workforce development boards by raising labor representation from 20 to 30 percent and clarifying the definition of labor organizations to be more inclusive. This aims to ensure workers have a stronger role in shaping workforce policies.Congress.gov
HR 567 - Expanding Labor Representation in the Workforce System Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We're introducing the Auto Theft Prevention Act to establish a grant program aimed at providing funding to state and local law enforcement agencies. Our goal is to enhance their efforts in combating auto theft and trafficking of stolen vehicles by supporting them in acquiring necessary equipment, hiring additional officers, and facilitating specialized training.Congress.gov
HR 568 - Auto Theft Prevention Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to stop the federal government from keeping firearm transaction records from businesses that have closed, and to require destruction of any such records already collected. This aims to protect privacy and prevent the creation of a lasting gun registry.Congress.gov
HR 563 - No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to pass the Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act of 2025, aiming to amend the Internal Revenue Code so individuals can deduct a portion of their overtime compensation from their taxable income, up to 20% of their wages. This bill will provide tax relief to hardworking Americans earning below specified income levels, ultimately supporting those who dedicate extra hours to their jobs.Congress.gov
HR 561 - Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act of 2025
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to establish a coordinated, long-term U.S. strategy to strengthen partnerships with the Pacific Islands through support in security, economic development, environmental resilience, health, and cultural ties. This legislation aims to promote regional stability, sustainable growth, and collaboration with allies to address shared challenges like climate change and maritime security.Congress.gov
HR 562 - BLUE Pacific Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure that federal judicial officials serving in the District of Columbia are subject to the same residency requirements as their counterparts across the nation. By updating these guidelines, we aim to promote fairness and consistency in residency rules for our federal judiciary.Congress.gov
HR 565 - District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create a new tax deduction specifically for seniors, allowing them to reduce their taxable income and keep more of their earnings. This aims to provide financial relief for those aged 65 and older as they continue to contribute to the workforce.Congress.gov
HR 559 - Seniors in the Workforce Tax Relief Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We're introducing the "Tip Tax Termination Act" to support workers in tipped industries like cosmetology, hospitality, and food service by excluding up to $20,000 of their tips from gross income taxes for the next five years. This change aims to provide financial relief and recognizes the vital role these workers play in our economy.Congress.gov
HR 558 - Tip Tax Termination Act
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ease the tax burden on hardworking individuals by proposing legislation that allows for a tax deduction on bonuses up to 15% of their regular wages, provided their income doesn't exceed certain thresholds. This aims to benefit the working class, offering them financial relief and incentivizing productivity while ensuring those with higher incomes continue to contribute fairly.Congress.gov
HR 557 - Working Class Bonus Tax Relief Act of 2025
house 01/20/2025 - 119th Congress
We are proposing the Second Job Tax Relief Act of 2025 to amend the tax code so that compensation from secondary employment for certain taxpayers is excluded from income and payroll taxes. This legislation aims to alleviate the tax burden for individuals who work multiple jobs, making it more financially viable to pursue additional employment without being heavily taxed on that income.Congress.gov
HR 560 - Second Job Tax Relief Act of 2025
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We're introducing the "Fix Our Forests Act" to enhance forest management efforts across national, public, and tribal lands. Our goal is to reduce wildfire risks by promoting healthier forest ecosystems through expedited environmental reviews, collaborative landscape restoration projects, and strengthened community protection measures.Congress.gov
HR 471 - Fix Our Forests Act
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing the Strategic Withdrawal of Agencies for Meaningful Placement Act to decentralize federal executive agency headquarters from the Washington metropolitan area through a competitive bidding process. This aims to stimulate economic growth in other states, align agency locations with their operational goals, and reduce congestion in the capital region, all while ensuring careful consideration of national security.Congress.gov
HR 514 - SWAMP Act
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing the "Security First Act" to enhance border security by ensuring resources for state and local collaboration, tightening technology needs assessments, and reevaluating the designation of certain criminal organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. This legislation aims to bolster the safety of our borders and communities, responding to evolving threats and operational challenges.Congress.gov
HR 506 - Security First Act
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working on a bill to require the Secretaries of Homeland Security and State to develop a strategy to combat the recruitment efforts of transnational criminal organizations through social media and online platforms. Our goal is to assess the use of these platforms for illicit activities and strengthen cooperation among government agencies to protect individuals, especially youth, from being recruited into criminal enterprises.Congress.gov
HR 488 - Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2025
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing legislation to impose sanctions on any foreign entity threatening the safety and integrity of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine. This bill seeks to deter dangerous actions and enhance the security of this critical infrastructure amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. By holding violators accountable, we aim to protect the region and support international nuclear safety standards.Congress.gov
HR 475 - Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2025
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to amend the Lumbee Act of 1956 to extend full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Our goal is to ensure that the tribe and its members have access to the same services, benefits, and legal rights as other federally recognized tribes. This legislation also includes provisions for land trust acquisitions and clarifies jurisdictional matters with the State of North Carolina, aiming for fairness and equality for the Lumbee people.Congress.gov
HR 474 - Lumbee Fairness Act
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to pass the Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025, which aims to nullify specific Presidential withdrawals of offshore lands and set new limits on Presidential authority to withdraw such lands. This legislation seeks to ensure a balanced approach between environmental considerations and energy development by involving comprehensive assessments and requiring Congressional approval for significant withdrawals.Congress.gov
HR 513 - Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create a dedicated fund that strengthens the inspection of imported shrimp to ensure safety and compliance, while also promoting the consumption of shrimp products domestically. This aims to protect consumers and support the shrimp industry through better oversight and increased demand.Congress.gov
HR 512 - Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act