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The "Empower Parents to Protect their Kids Act" aims to require schools receiving federal funds to obtain parental consent before facilitating a child's gender transition in any form. This includes accommodations intended to affirm a student's identity incongruent with their …
The DECIDE Act aims to improve transparency and accountability for federal student loan borrowers. It mandates the Secretary of Education to expand and annually update the College Scorecard with program-level data, including median earnings, debt amounts, default rates, and repayment …
The Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act of 2025 aims to establish a national program focused on reducing health risks associated with indoor air contaminants. It directs the EPA Administrator to support the assessment, reduction, and avoidance of exposure …
The Synthetic Biology Advancement Act of 2025 aims to establish a National Synthetic Biology Center. The center's primary function is to award grants to eligible institutions for synthetic biology research. This research focuses on improving agricultural performance, minimizing environmental impact, …
The Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act aims to reauthorize education and training programs related to geriatrics by amending the Public Health Service Act. Specifically, it allocates $48,245,000 annually from 2026 through 2030 for these programs. The bill was introduced in the …
The Safeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2025 aims to reinstate Post-9/11 educational assistance for victims of sexual assault or domestic violence whose benefits were terminated due to the abuser's actions. This bill amends Title 38 …
The "Foundation for Enabling Biotechnology Innovation Act" aims to accelerate the commercialization of biotechnology products in the United States. It establishes a nonprofit foundation under the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support federal agencies and foster collaboration across sectors. The …
H.R. 5109 aims to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program. It directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to develop guidelines for assisting incarcerated individuals in pre-applying for TWIC cards and for those seeking appeals …
The "Empower Parents to Protect their Kids Act of 2025" aims to ensure parental rights regarding a child's gender transition at school. It requires schools to obtain parental consent before taking actions to affirm a student's gender identity that differs …
The Tipped Worker Protection Act aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 by repealing the separate minimum wage for tipped employees. It mandates a gradual increase in the minimum wage for tipped employees, ultimately aligning it with …
River's Law, officially H.R. 5124, seeks to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990. The amendment introduces new safety requirements for child care providers receiving block grant funds. These requirements include a prohibition on constructing or …
This House Resolution supports the recognition of September 8 through 14, 2025, as "Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week." It acknowledges the contributions of these administrators to student development. The resolution also highlights the positive impact of sports on students' academic, physical, …
H.R. 5121, the "Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act," aims to modify the criteria for recognizing accrediting agencies for institutions of higher education. The bill amends Section 496 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prevent accrediting agencies from …
The National Biotechnology Safety Act authorizes the National Science Foundation (NSF) to conduct research for biotechnology risk assessment. It directs the NSF to establish a program within the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships to fund research concerning the environmental …
The Strengthening Our Workforce Act of 2025 proposes a pathway to conditional lawful permanent residency for certain aliens who meet specific criteria. Eligibility includes continuous presence in the US since January 1, 2024, employment for at least 100 days in …