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senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to expand and improve public access to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by allowing the acquisition of additional land through voluntary means, while preserving existing recreational activities and supporting education about the region’s natural and cultural history.Congress.gov
S 282 - Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to pass the "Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act" to ensure that foreign nongovernmental organizations can receive U.S. assistance without being hindered by restrictive eligibility requirements. This bill aims to facilitate these organizations' access to funds for vital health, counseling, and advocacy services, fostering global health solutions.Congress.gov
S 280 - Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to pass the Next of Kin Collections Protection Act of 2025, which aims to improve the way certain benefits are managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs following a payee's death. This legislation seeks to ensure that these benefits are administered more effectively to support the families who rely on them during a difficult time.Congress.gov
S 274 - Next of Kin Collections Protection Act of 2025
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to enhance and broaden Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) by introducing legislation that expands eligibility, increases contribution limits, and allows the use of HSAs to pay for insurance premiums and participation in health care sharing ministries. This aims to provide individuals and families with greater flexibility and control over their healthcare spending and savings.Congress.gov
S 276 - Personalized Care Act of 2025
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to formally resolve a minor land encroachment issue involving Bethel Baptist Church by releasing the federal government's reversionary rights and transferring mineral interests in a specific parcel of state forest land in Chester County, Tennessee, to the state without additional appraisal or reviews. This will clarify ownership and support the continued public use of the land.Congress.gov
S 277 - A bill to release a Federal reversionary interest and convey mineral interests in Chester County, Tennessee, and for other purposes.
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are aiming to improve the working conditions for Federal wildland firefighters by introducing the Tim Hart Wildland Firefighter Classification and Pay Parity Act, which seeks to enhance their pay and benefits. This legislation includes provisions for premium pay during incident responses, improved rest and recuperation leave, healthcare programs addressing chronic diseases and mental health, and a retirement scheme that recognizes the rigorous nature of their duties.Congress.gov
S 279 - Tim’s Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to enhance the safety of infant formula by ensuring rigorous testing for microorganisms and toxic elements, minimizing contamination risks, and improving supply chain transparency for parents and caregivers. Through this legislation, we seek to protect infants by mandating swift action and compliance from manufacturers, and by fostering collaboration between government agencies to boost market resiliency and supply reliability.Congress.gov
S 272 - Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to strengthen our immigration laws by proposing the Stop Illegal Reentry Act, which aims to increase penalties for individuals who unlawfully reenter the United States after being deported. Our objective is to enhance border security and uphold the integrity of our legal immigration process.Congress.gov
S 271 - Stop Illegal Reentry Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to enhance communication between Federal and State agencies and the Do Not Pay system to prevent improper payments to deceased individuals and to quickly correct errors when someone is wrongly identified as deceased. This ensures taxpayer dollars are protected while safeguarding individuals’ records.Congress.gov
S 269 - Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're promoting the Restoring Access to Mountain Homes Act, which aims to make repairs for private roads and bridges, damaged by Tropical Storm Helene, eligible for federal reimbursement. This bill ensures that North Carolina residents can access their primary residences and essential services without financial burdens from storm damage.Congress.gov
S 267 - Restoring Access to Mountain Homes Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create a Commission that will review and recommend ways to make the federal government's response to natural disasters more efficient and effective, ensuring better coordination and stronger recovery efforts nationwide.Congress.gov
S 270 - Natural Disaster Resilience and Recovery Accountability Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure that taxpayers claiming child and earned income tax credits, as well as their qualifying children, have valid social security numbers for employment. This proposal aims to streamline the process and enhance the integrity of tax credit claims, supporting American workers by ensuring benefits go to those authorized to work in the U.S.Congress.gov
S 268 - Saving American Workers’ Benefits Act of 2025
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to renew the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, ensuring sustained support for mental health and substance use services for health care professionals from 2025 to 2029. This legislation aims to continue programs aimed at promoting mental health and reducing administrative burden for those dedicated to caring for us all.Congress.gov
S 266 - Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act
senate 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We're proposing legislation to make the American Community Survey voluntary, eliminating penalties for those who choose not to participate. Our goal is to respect individual choice while maintaining the collection of valuable data that informs governmental decisions.Congress.gov
S 265 - Freedom from Government Surveys Act
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that breast milk, baby formula, and related items are handled hygienically during airport security screenings, protecting the health and safety of infants while maintaining effective security measures.Congress.gov
S 260 - Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Enhancement Act
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to enhance how tornadoes and other dangerous weather events are forecasted and communicated to the public, aiming to improve warning accuracy and ensure clearer, more effective messaging that helps save lives and protect property.Congress.gov
S 258 - TORNADO Act
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to establish January 1 to February 1, 2025, as National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month to raise awareness and opposition to human trafficking and modern slavery. Our goal is to unite communities, organizations, and governments to advocate for victims, support survivors, and strive for a future free from exploitation.Congress.gov
SRES 39 - A resolution supporting the observation of National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month during the period beginning on January 1, 2025, and ending on February 1, 2025, to raise awareness of, and opposition to, human trafficking and modern slavery.
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the victims and survivors of the Holocaust. This resolution calls upon everyone to remember the atrocities committed, promote tolerance and justice, and take a stand against all forms of antisemitism and persecution.Congress.gov
SRES 40 - A resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz extermination camp in Nazi-occupied Poland and International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to formally reject the recent FCC rule aimed at addressing the homework gap through the E-Rate program, ensuring that this regulation will have no legal effect. Our goal is to maintain congressional authority over such policies and their impact on education and technology access.Congress.gov
SJRES 7 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to strengthen the resilience of critical supply chains that are vital to national security and the economy, ensuring the United States can better prepare for and respond to disruptions. This legislation establishes coordinated efforts across government and industry to identify vulnerabilities and promote the growth of domestic manufacturing and emerging technologies.Congress.gov
S 257 - Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We're launching quarterly blood donation drives in the Senate to promote life-saving contributions and strengthen community health partnerships. By coordinating with selected blood donation organizations, we aim to make it easier for Senators and staff to donate and inspire others to support this vital cause.Congress.gov
SRES 41 - A resolution authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives during the 119th Congress.
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to honor Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds by awarding him a Congressional Gold Medal for his courageous actions during World War II, where he risked his life to protect Jewish-American soldiers from Nazi persecution while a prisoner of war. This legislation recognizes his bravery and sacrifice in defending human dignity against great evil.Congress.gov
S 262 - Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure transparency by requiring the Federal Communications Commission to publish a list of companies with foreign ownership that hold communications licenses. This will help inform the public and national security agencies about potential foreign influence in our communications networks.Congress.gov
S 259 - Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency Act
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing the Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act of 2025 to ensure stronger protections against unjust property seizures and to require that forfeitures occur through judicial processes. This legislation aims to uphold the Constitutional rights of individuals by demanding clear and convincing evidence in civil forfeiture cases, thus restoring integrity to the Fifth Amendment.Congress.gov
S 263 - FAIR Act of 2025
senate 01/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure the U.S. stands firm in supporting democracy by halting investments in Venezuela's energy sector until the legitimate election results, which favored opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez over Nicolas Maduro, are respected. Our goal is to uphold democratic principles and support the rightful leadership the people of Venezuela have chosen.Congress.gov
S 261 - Halt All United States Investments in Venezuela’s Energy Sector Act of 2025
senate 01/25/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the presidential pardon process by requiring public explanations for pardons and thorough review of their impacts, including input from victims and law enforcement. This aims to build trust and oversight around executive clemency decisions.Congress.gov
S 256 - Pardon Transparency and Accountability Act of 2025
senate 01/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that law-abiding citizens can legally transport knives across state lines without facing conflicting local or state restrictions. This legislation provides clear guidelines for safely carrying knives during travel while respecting both federal and state laws.Congress.gov
S 246 - Interstate Transport Act of 2025
senate 01/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create a dedicated group that will clarify and improve cyber insurance policies, making it easier for businesses and individuals to understand and access coverage against cyber risks. Through clear guidance and shared expertise, we aim to help both insurers and customers better navigate the complexities of cyber insurance and enhance overall cybersecurity resilience.Congress.gov
S 245 - Insure Cybersecurity Act of 2025
senate 01/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We're advocating for the United States, along with its states, cities, and diverse institutions, to actively work towards meeting the goals set by the Paris Agreement. This legislation encourages collaboration to reduce global warming pollution and highlights our commitment to tackling climate change at all levels of society for a sustainable future.Congress.gov
SRES 36 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States, States, cities, Tribal nations, businesses, institutions of higher education, and other institutions in the United States should work toward achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.
senate 01/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies, which have provided crucial social and financial support to communities across the U.S. for more than a century, continue their important work. This legislation recognizes their unique contributions and supports continued tax exemption, acknowledging the billions in value they deliver annually through charitable activities, volunteer work, and social programs.Congress.gov
SCONRES 6 - A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States.