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senate 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We're introducing legislation to officially designate a mountain in Alaska as "Denali," ensuring consistency across all federal references. This change recognizes the traditional name used by Indigenous Athabaskan people, solidifying its status in federal documents and maps.

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S 573 - A bill to designate a mountain in the State of Alaska as Denali.

senate 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We're aiming to ensure every state maintains at least one U.S. Postal Service processing and distribution center to support timely mail delivery and local accessibility. By doing so, we can preserve vital postal infrastructure and services for communities across the nation.

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S 569 - POSTAL Act

senate 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the Water Infrastructure Subcontractor and Taxpayer Protection Act of 2025 to strengthen financial safeguards on water infrastructure projects funded under the WIFIA program. By establishing payment and performance security requirements, we aim to protect subcontractors and ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly.

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S 570 - Water Infrastructure Subcontractor and Taxpayer Protection Act of 2025

senate 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the Officer John Barnes Act to ensure that benefit eligibility determinations are made within 270 days, providing timely resolutions for those who file claims. This legislation aims to bring efficiency and certainty to the process, benefiting eligible claimants with quicker decisions.

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S 571 - Officer John Barnes Act

senate 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We aim to strengthen the Shadow Wolves Program by improving staffing, setting clear goals in coordination with Tribal partners, and ensuring experienced officers have a clear path to career appointments, all to enhance law enforcement effectiveness on tribal lands.

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S 572 - Shadow Wolves Improvement Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing a resolution to authorize funding for the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions to ensure it can effectively carry out its responsibilities, such as holding hearings and investigations, from March 2025 to February 2027. This legislation allows the committee to cover necessary expenses, employ personnel, and utilize services from government departments, facilitating informed decision-making on crucial public issues.

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SRES 76 - An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We propose a resolution urging NATO member countries to invest at least 2% of their GDP in national defense, ensuring all members equally contribute to the alliance's readiness. This legislation aims to restrict leadership roles and hosting privileges within NATO to countries meeting this defense spending commitment, promoting fairness and accountability among allies.

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SRES 75 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that member countries of NATO must commit at least 2 percent of their national gross domestic product to national defense spending to hold leadership or benefit at the expense of those countries who meet their obligations.

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the Mining Regulatory Clarity Act to streamline the location of hardrock mining mill sites on public lands and to establish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund. This legislation aims to support responsible mining operations and fund the remediation of abandoned mine sites, fostering both economic development and environmental stewardship.

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S 544 - Mining Regulatory Clarity Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to resolve longstanding land disputes involving the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma and certain lands in Illinois by granting the Court of Federal Claims authority to fairly adjudicate related claims. This legislation aims to provide a clear and timely resolution while preventing future conflicting claims.

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S 550 - A bill to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes.

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to update a 2009 law to correct and authorize adjusted interest payments related to the water rights settlement for the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation, ensuring the agreed funds are properly allocated.

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S 546 - Technical Correction to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We propose the "1071 Repeal to Protect Small Business Lending Act" to eliminate certain data collection requirements on small business loans under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. By doing so, we aim to reduce the regulatory burdens on financial institutions, particularly community banks and credit unions, which will in turn improve access to credit for small businesses.

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S 557 - 1071 Repeal to Protect Small Business Lending Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to create a national registry of Korean American families separated by the Korean War to help facilitate future reunions with their relatives in North Korea, whether in person or by video. This effort aims to support these families by maintaining vital information and encouraging diplomatic progress to bring them together.

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S 555 - Korean American Divided Families National Registry Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We aim to impose sanctions on individuals and entities involved in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion related to oil, gas, and petrochemical products from Iran. Our goal is to cut off financial resources that Iran uses to fund terrorism, develop weapons of mass destruction, and engage in activities destabilizing to global security.

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S 556 - Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working on enhancing our defense partnership with Israel through a new bill that aims to strengthen our mutual security by developing advanced technologies and improving cooperation on countering unmanned and aerial threats. This legislation will support collaborative research, training, and technology deployment, ultimately ensuring greater security and strategic advantages for both nations.

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S 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We aim to support healthcare access in remote areas by proposing the SOLES Act, which seeks to establish a minimum payment level for sole community hospitals in Alaska and Hawaii under the hospital outpatient prospective payment system. This legislation ensures these hospitals receive adequate funding to cover their costs, thereby maintaining essential medical services for rural and isolated communities.

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S 553 - SOLES Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to ensure that hospital outpatient services in Alaska and Hawaii receive cost-of-living adjustments, reflecting the unique economic conditions in these states. This legislation aims to support hospitals in delivering quality care by appropriately adjusting payments to account for regional cost differences.

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S 551 - Ensuring Outpatient Quality for Rural States Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the CRITICAL Act to amend the Social Security Act and enhance reimbursement rates for critical access hospitals in noncontiguous U.S. states. This initiative aims to support these essential healthcare providers by increasing their funding to 105 percent of costs for a variety of services, helping ensure vital medical care remains accessible in remote communities.

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S 552 - CRITICAL Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act to amend the tax code, ensuring certain vessels serving only one coast can access the same excise tax exemptions on alternative motorboat fuels as those serving multiple coasts. This aims to support coastal commerce and align tax policies fairly for maritime operations.

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S 549 - Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to establish a clear federal strategy to prevent illegal drug trafficking through the Caribbean, focusing on improving coordination, resources, and support for affected areas like Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to reduce drug-related violence and strengthen border security.

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S 548 - Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We're proposing the "Train More Nurses Act" to evaluate and improve grant programs that bolster the nursing workforce. By conducting this study, we aim to enhance pathways for experienced nurses to become faculty and increase the number of qualified nurses, especially in underserved areas.

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S 547 - Train More Nurses Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We're working to regulate xylazine by classifying it under Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, aiming to control its misuse while allowing legitimate veterinary applications. By doing so, we seek to address the rising prevalence of its illicit use and related health risks without impeding its approved uses for animal care.

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S 545 - Combating Illicit Xylazine Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are advocating for the Fair Play for Women Act to address and prohibit discrimination against athletes based on sex in educational settings. This legislation aims to ensure equal opportunities and support are provided to women and girls in sports across schools and universities, while improving transparency and awareness regarding Title IX rights. Our goal is to foster an environment where all students have equal access to high-quality and supportive athletic opportunities.

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S 543 - Fair Play for Women Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We're working to enhance the Veterans Community Care Program by requiring that continuity of health care be considered when determining the best medical interest for our veterans, aiming to improve their overall health outcomes and care experiences.

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S 540 - Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are proposing legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to eliminate the tax credits for new, previously-owned, and commercial clean vehicles, as well as the credit for electric vehicle recharging infrastructure. This move seeks to reassess and possibly reduce government spending on incentives for electric vehicles and related infrastructure.

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S 541 - ELITE Vehicles Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to establish English as the official language of the United States, ensuring that all government functions and naturalization ceremonies are conducted in English to promote clear communication and unity. This legislation also sets a consistent English language standard for naturalization to help new citizens fully understand key American documents and laws.

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S 542 - English Language Unity Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We aim to reduce federal spending and the national deficit by ending taxpayer financing of presidential election campaigns. By reallocating remaining funds to the Treasury's general fund, this proposed legislation seeks to ensure taxpayer money is used more efficiently.

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S 538 - Eliminating Leftover Expenses for Campaigns from Taxpayers (ELECT) Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to reauthorize and strengthen the PROTECT Our Children Act to enhance coordination among law enforcement, improve training and resources, and better prevent and prosecute crimes involving child exploitation and abuse. Our goal is to protect children by updating strategies and supporting task forces dedicated to stopping these crimes.

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S 539 - PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to reauthorize and improve the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 through the "Respect Parents' Childcare Choices Act." This legislation aims to increase support for relative caregivers, ensure parents' freedom to choose their childcare providers, and promote fair treatment of religious organizations in child care. Our goal is to enhance childcare accessibility and affordability for families across the nation while respecting diverse family values and caregiving arrangements.

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S 535 - Respect Parents’ Childcare Choices Act

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We are amending the Former Presidents Act of 1958 to modernize the financial allowances provided to former Presidents, ensuring they are fair and aligned with current economic conditions. This legislation aims to adjust allowances based on income levels and cost-of-living changes while ensuring spouses of former Presidents receive adequate support.

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S 534 - Presidential Allowance Modernization Act of 2025

senate 02/12/2025 - 119th Congress

We're introducing legislation to establish a tax on the sale of electric vehicles and their batteries, aiming to contribute to the Highway Trust Fund, which supports the maintenance and development of our roads and transportation infrastructure.

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S 536 - Fair SHARE Act of 2025

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