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The "Ending Homelessness Act of 2025" aims to combat homelessness in the United States through several key provisions. It focuses on expanding the Housing Choice Voucher Program, establishing an entitlement program for these vouchers, and repealing certain ineligibility criteria. The …
The Larry Barrett Veterans' Memory Care Act of 2025 aims to improve healthcare access for veterans, particularly those needing extended care services. It amends Title 38 of the United States Code to prioritize veteran preferences, ensure continuity of care, and …
This House Resolution expresses support for designating the week beginning August 3, 2025, as "National Health Center Week." It encourages Americans to visit their local health centers and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities. The resolution highlights …
The "Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2025" aims to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. It mandates the inclusion of a section on reproductive rights in the State Department's Annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices. The …
The "Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025" designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the "Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center." This act honors Captain Bucha, a …
The Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025 designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the 'Captain Paul W. `Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center'. This act honors the legacy of …
The DOCTORS Act amends the Immigration and Nationality Act, focusing on the reallocation of unused J-visa waivers. These waivers are for foreign residency requirements applicable to certain J-visa holders. The bill mandates state agencies to report unused waivers to the …
The Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026, is a comprehensive bill that allocates funding across several key sectors. It addresses military construction, veterans' affairs, agricultural programs, rural development, the Food and Drug Administration, and …
The Drug Shortage Prevention Act of 2025 aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve notification procedures regarding potential drug shortages. It requires manufacturers to notify the Secretary of Health and Human Services about discontinuances, interruptions, …
This House Resolution recognizes July 28, 2025, as "World Hepatitis Day." It highlights the global and domestic impact of hepatitis B and C, emphasizing the high number of infections, deaths, and associated liver diseases. The resolution supports increased awareness, vaccination, …
The "Preventing Health Emergencies And Temperature-related Illness and Deaths Act of 2025," also known as the "Preventing HEAT Illness and Deaths Act of 2025," aims to reduce health risks associated with extreme heat. It establishes the National Integrated Heat Health …
The "Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025" aims to repeal specific health-related provisions enacted under a prior reconciliation act (Public Law 119-21). It also seeks to expand eligibility for premium tax credits under the Internal Revenue Code, …
The Written Informed Consent Act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to expand VHA Directive 1005 regarding informed consent for long-term opioid therapy to include antipsychotics, stimulants, antidepressants, anxiolytics, and narcotics. This expansion aims to ensure veterans are fully informed …
The "Revitalizing America's Housing Act" aims to improve housing safety, affordability, and access through various measures. It addresses regulatory barriers, incentivizes zoning reform, expands housing programs for public servants and veterans, and seeks to attract private investment in housing. The …
The "Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act" (H.R. 4858) aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by deeming food containing specific color additives as adulterated. This would effectively ban the use of these additives in food products sold …