The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025 (S.2164) directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to require impact assessments of automated decision systems and augmented critical decision processes. This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of algorithms that …
Senate Resolution 302 designates June 30, 2025, as "Asteroid Day." The resolution aims to increase public awareness about the potential risks and benefits associated with asteroids. It also highlights the importance of asteroid research and planetary defense, referencing the Chelyabinsk …
The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025 aims to reaffirm and clarify the federal relationship with the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians of Michigan, officially recognizing them as a federally recognized Indian Tribe. This recognition …
The Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025 amends the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000. It expands the authority of nurse practitioners and physician assistants to prescribe, recommend, or order medical services, appliances, and supplies …
S.2172, the "Respectful Treatment of Unborn Remains Act of 2025," aims to prohibit the disposal of fetal remains in publicly owned water systems. The bill introduces penalties for abortion providers who violate this prohibition, including fines and imprisonment. It clarifies …
The "Advancing Maternal Health Equity Under Medicaid Act" aims to increase the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for states' Medicaid expenditures on maternal health care services. It amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a higher federal …
The Financial Empowerment and Protection Act aims to ensure consenting cohabitating adults can open joint accounts at covered companies, including utilities, landlords, mortgage lenders, and childcare providers. It also prohibits fees for early lease termination for victims of domestic violence, …
Senate Resolution 300 designates June 15, 2025, as "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" and the month of June 2025 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Month." The resolution highlights the increasing population of older adults in the United States and the prevalence …
The "Protecting Kids from Gun Marketing Act" directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to create rules prohibiting the marketing of firearms and related products to minors. This includes advertising that uses cartoon characters, offers branded merchandise appealing to minors, or …
The Cancer Drug Parity Act of 2025 aims to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to ensure that cost-sharing for oral anticancer drugs is no less favorable than that for intravenously administered or injected anticancer medications. …
The Recycling and Composting Accountability Act aims to improve recycling and composting programs across the United States. It directs the EPA Administrator to undertake several activities, including reporting on infrastructure capabilities, conducting studies on material diversion, and collecting data on …
The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 reauthorizes and amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. It focuses on strengthening efforts to combat human trafficking both domestically and internationally. The bill includes provisions for …
H.R.3422, the "Promoting Opportunities for Non-Traditional Capital Formation Act," aims to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The amendment focuses on enhancing the role of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation. The goal is to provide more educational …
H.R. 1520, the Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act, aims to prohibit discrimination against individuals with mental or physical disabilities in organ transplantation. It defines key terms like 'covered entity,' 'disability,' and 'qualified individual' to ensure clarity and scope. …
The Collegiate Sports Integrity Act aims to provide an antitrust exemption for intercollegiate athletic conferences and associations. This exemption would shield these organizations from potential legal challenges under antitrust laws, specifically the Clayton Act and the Federal Trade Commission Act. …