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The Amtrak Transparency Act (S.174) aims to improve the transparency of Amtrak's operations. It mandates open meetings for the Board of Directors, requires disclosure of discretionary bonuses paid to officers and non-bargaining unit employees, and necessitates the disclosure of vendor …
H.R.562, the BLUE Pacific Act, aims to establish a comprehensive and long-term United States strategy for engagement with the Pacific Islands. The bill addresses various sectors, including political leadership, people-centered development, peace and security, resource and economic development, environmental and …
H.R.476, the "No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act," aims to impose sanctions on foreign individuals or entities involved in the construction, maintenance, or repair of any tunnel or bridge connecting the Russian mainland to the Crimean peninsula. This bill is …
H.R.471, the "Fix Our Forests Act," aims to expedite and improve forest management activities on National Forest System lands, public lands under the Bureau of Land Management, and Tribal lands. The goal is to enhance resilience in overgrown, fire-prone forested …
H.R.506, the Security First Act, addresses border security by focusing on Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) designations for Mexican cartels, funding Operation Stonegarden, and analyzing technology needs at the Southwest border. It mandates reports on whether Mexican drug cartels and criminal …
H.R.508, the Bring American Companies Home Act, aims to incentivize US companies to relocate their business operations from China back to the United States. It proposes a program allowing companies to expense the costs associated with moving inventory, equipment, and …
H.R. 502, the "Protecting Infrastructure Investments for Rural America Act," aims to improve the accessibility of the rural surface transportation grant program for smaller rural areas. The bill amends Section 173 of Title 23 of the United States Code to …
H.R.500, the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for hearing aids and related examinations under Medicare. This bill directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study …
H.R. 551, the "Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act of 2025," seeks to amend Section 235(b)(2)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The amendment changes the language from "may" to "shall," thus mandating the implementation of the Migrant Protection …
H.R. 516 proposes amendments to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, specifically targeting the railroad track maintenance credit. The bill seeks to increase the credit amount from $3,500 to $6,100 and adjusts it for inflation after 2025. It also extends …
H.R. 504, the Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act, aims to amend the existing Miccosukee Reserved Area Act. The amendment authorizes the expansion of the Miccosukee Reserved Area and mandates actions to protect structures within the Osceola Camp from flooding. The …
The Wildfire Prevention Act of 2025 aims to address the forest health crisis on National Forest System lands and other public lands. It focuses on accelerating treatments on federal land, enhancing transparency in hazardous fuels reduction activity reporting, and promoting …
H.R.537, also known as the INCREASE Housing Affordability Act, aims to incentivize the conversion of commercial buildings into residential units by providing tax credits and support to state and local housing agencies. The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of …
S.116 proposes renaming the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Dallas, Texas, to the Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center. This bill acknowledges Congresswoman Johnson's service as a psychiatric nurse and her legislative efforts supporting veterans. The bill aims …
H.R.475, the Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2025, aims to impose sanctions on foreign individuals or entities endangering the integrity or safety of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station in Ukraine. This bill is a direct response to Russia's …