S. 3573 is a bill that aims to amend the Social Security Act to make data about extra benefits offered by Medicare Advantage plans more transparent. Starting January 1, 2027, it would require these plans to report detailed information about the benefits used by enrollees and...

H.R. 10172 seeks to change the Social Security Act to stop Medicaid from paying for conversion therapy. The bill defines conversion therapy as practices aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation or gender identity in exchange for money. It clarifies that assisting someone in...

H.R. 8111, known as the "Medicaid Program Improvement Act," aims to improve the accuracy of address information for people in the Medicaid program. It requires states to regularly update addresses in their Medicaid plans using reliable data sources, starting on January 1,...

H. R. 8292 seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by significantly increasing the penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information. Under this bill, the fines for such violations would rise from $5,000 to $250,000, and the maximum imprisonment time from...

S. 5362, titled the “Fair Ball Act,” proposes changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 regarding wage and hour rules for minor league baseball players. The bill aims to amend Section 13(a)(19) of the Act by ensuring that only players under an unexpired collective...

H.R. 8648, titled the "Civil Rights Protection Act of 2024," aims to enhance the transparency of colleges and universities in managing their civil rights responsibilities, particularly concerning allegations of discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This bill requires...

H. R. 3013, known as the “Licensing Individual Commercial Exam-takers Now Safely and Efficiently Act of 2023” or the “LICENSE Act of 2023,” aims to change some regulations related to commercial driver’s license testing in the U.S. The bill directs the Secretary of...

S. 1570 proposes amendments to the Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Act. The bill requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to issue guidelines for hygienic handling of breast milk and baby formula during airport security screenings. These...

H. R. 8823, known as the "Clear the ROADS Act of 2024," aims to ensure that states prevent roadway obstructions that could endanger public safety. The bill proposes that the Secretary of Transportation will withhold 10% of federal highway funding from states that do not make...

H. R. 7896, also known as the "Veterans Education and Technical Skills Opportunity Act of 2024" or the "VETS Opportunity Act of 2024," aims to change the rules for approving certain independent study programs under the Department of Veterans Affairs' educational assistance...

H.R. 5717, titled the "No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act," aims to prevent sanctuary jurisdictions from receiving federal funds meant for aliens without lawful status in the U.S. A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as any state or political subdivision that restricts...

S. 4766, introduced in the Senate, aims to update and strengthen the requirements for Federal departments and agencies in using accessible information and communications technology. Known as the "Section 508 Refresh Act of 2024," the bill proposes changes to existing technology standards to...

H.R. 7342 aims to create the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This committee will have 15 voting members, including veterans with disabilities and experts, and will advise on improving accessibility of VA services and...

H. Con. Res. 123 is a resolution aiming to encourage federal offices to purchase goods and services from the AbilityOne program, which helps employ people who are blind or have significant disabilities. It requires each Legislative Branch Support Office to appoint an "AbilityOne...

H. R. 8689, known as the “Amtrak Executive Bonus Disclosure Act,” requires Amtrak to publicly disclose performance-based bonuses that are awarded to its executives. Before awarding any bonuses, Amtrak must provide a briefing to certain committees in the House and Senate...

H.R. 7471 proposes new rules for firearm licensees who have broken legal or regulatory guidelines. If a licensee notices their own violation and reports it, the Attorney General is not allowed to start revocation procedures, and instead must help the licensee correct the...

H.R. 7434, titled the "Better Examiner Standards and Transparency for Veterans Act of 2024" or the "BEST for Vets Act of 2024," aims to ensure that only licensed healthcare professionals conduct disability examinations under a specific Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program. The bill...

H. R. 9676 aims to establish National Plastics Recycling Standards in the United States. The bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a framework to promote the recycling of plastics by encouraging standardized recycling practices, competition, and...

S. 3945 is a bill designed to prevent the Chinese Government from using the United States' capital markets and exchanges if it doesn't follow international laws related to finance, trade, and commerce. The bill outlines specific laws that the Chinese Government must comply...

H.R. 10060 proposes an amendment to title XVIII of the Social Security Act, focusing on breast reconstruction surgery under the Medicare program. The bill mandates that healthcare providers must inform patients undergoing a mastectomy about the availability of coverage for breast...

S. 3772 seeks to amend the Small Business Act to ensure clear communication in the subcontracting process. It would require that businesses use plain language when soliciting subcontractors, making it easier for small businesses to understand and respond to these...

H.R. 9281, known as the “Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act,” seeks to amend existing laws to allow younger workers to participate in pension plans earlier. It reduces the minimum age for participation from 21 to 18, provided certain conditions related to the length of service...

S. 5313, titled the “Rebuilding with Resilience Act,” is a bill introduced by Mr. Blumenthal in the Senate on November 13, 2024. It seeks to amend section 406(a) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. The amendment aims to ensure that any...

The bill S. 5309 aims to ensure that all Federal contractors and subcontractors are enrolled in and comply with the E-Verify Program. It introduces a requirement for entities seeking government contracts to certify their participation and adherence to E-Verify rules....

H.R. 9503, also known as the “Protecting Taxpayer Dollars from Taliban Theft Act,” is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. It aims to ensure that U.S. taxpayer funds are not used to benefit the Taliban or Afghan state-owned enterprises by requiring...

The bill S. 3819, titled the "Shrinkflation Prevention Act of 2024," aims to establish regulations through the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to classify shrinkflation as an unfair or deceptive act. Shrinkflation occurs when companies reduce the size of a product but do not...

H. R. 7269, also known as the "Fair Play for Women Act," aims to prevent discrimination based on sex in intercollegiate athletics and ensures equal treatment and opportunities for female athletes. It builds on title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 by addressing gaps and inequities in...

H. R. 10354, known as the “Diversity and Inclusion Data Accountability and Transparency Act of 2024,” seeks to amend the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The bill requires companies with 100 or more employees that are regulated under this act to...

H.R. 7103, known as the "Agency Accountability Act of 2024," proposes changes to the Small Business Act to require federal agencies to discuss and report on their performance related to small business contracting goals. If a federal agency does not receive an "A" or higher on...

H. R. 8961 calls for the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on how Federal agencies use renewable energy certificates. The study will assess the effectiveness of these certificates in encouraging investment in renewable energy, evaluate compliance...

The bill S. 4341, titled the "Plain Language in Contracting Act," aims to ensure that notices related to small business concerns are easy to understand. It requires these notices to be clear, concise, and in line with federal plain language guidelines. Additionally, the...

The bill, S. 3971, aims to update the Small Business Act by requiring more detailed reporting about small businesses owned by women, those located in HUBZones (historically underutilized business zones), and those owned by veterans. It mandates the submission of annual...

The bill, titled the "Preventing Child Labor Exploitation Act," aims to ensure that federal contractors follow child labor laws. It mandates that companies contracting with federal agencies disclose any violations of child labor laws from the past three years and work with the Secretary of...

H.R. 7598, also known as the “Federal Subaward Reporting System Modernization and Expansion Act,” is a bill aimed at improving the accuracy and transparency of subaward data reported by federal agencies. It requires the Inspector General of the General Services Administration...

H.R. 3797, known as the "Paperwork Burden Reduction Act," proposes changes to how certain health insurance coverage statements are given to individuals. The bill allows for an alternative method where individuals can request their health insurance statements instead of automatically receiving...

H.R. 10322 aims to enhance the effectiveness of the body armor used by female agents and officers of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The bill mandates that the body armor must be designed to fit the specific body shapes of female officers and ensure maximum...

H.R. 8784, also known as the “Full Responsibility and Expedited Enforcement Act” or the “FREE Act,” requires federal agencies to review their permitting systems and consider replacing them with a "permit by rule" process. This new process aims to reduce delays and costs by...

S. 4701 seeks to change the Higher Education Act of 1965 to better protect students and taxpayers by focusing on how proprietary (for-profit) colleges manage their revenue. It introduces the "85/15 rule," requiring these colleges to earn at least 15% of their revenue from...

S. 5312, also known as the "ORG CHART Act," seeks to standardize how U.S. government agencies organize and present their internal hierarchies. The bill mandates that agencies create, update, and publicly post an organizational chart showing relationships, positions, and...

H. R. 9540 seeks to update the Controlled Substances Act by requiring people who manufacture, distribute, or deal with tablet and capsule-making machines to engrave a permanent serial number on these machines. This bill, known as the “Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act of 2024,”...

S. 3915 is a bill that aims to stop sanctuary jurisdictions from receiving community development block grants in the United States. It defines a "sanctuary jurisdiction" as any state or political subdivision that restricts government entities or officials from sharing...

H.R. 7987 aims to make notices about federal contracting opportunities more understandable and accessible to small businesses. It requires these notices to be written in clear and straightforward language, in line with federal guidelines on plain writing. The notices should...

The bill S. 5144, titled the “Providing Real Opportunities for Growth to Rising Entrepreneurs for Sustained Success (PROGRESS) Act,” seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It introduces a tax credit for investors in small start-up businesses and provides a credit...

The bill, S. 5310, aims to improve and update the Federal Acquisition Security Council's operations by amending title 41 of the United States Code. It introduces new definitions and structures for handling sources of concern related to national security in government...

H.R. 9424, titled the “Equal Pay for Equal Work Act,” aims to establish the National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force. This Task Force will include representatives from several government agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Departments of...

H. R. 10133, also known as the "Timely Stock Disclosure Act," aims to change the rules for reporting stock transactions by public officials under title 5 of the United States Code. The bill reduces the time frame to report these transactions from 30 days to 15 days after...

The bill S. 3653 aims to apply user fees to all tobacco products that are subject to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It proposes an increase in total user fees and plans to include all types of tobacco products in the fee structure by fiscal year 2027, based on...

The bill, S. 4414, aims to modernize the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) run by the Small Business Administration. It intends to make it easier for small businesses to engage in exporting by improving application procedures, streamlining reporting requirements, and ensuring funding...

H.R. 7231 seeks to cut off federal support for colleges and universities that promote antisemitism. This legislation defines antisemitism as any hatred toward Jews and includes actions against Jews, their property, and religious facilities. The Secretary of Education is...

The H.R. 7520, titled the "Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024," aims to stop data brokers from sharing or selling sensitive information about people in the United States to foreign adversaries. It defines sensitive data to include things like...

H.R. 7763 proposes the creation of the Artist Compensation Royalty Fund to provide financial support to musical artists in the United States. The bill requires service providers, like music streaming platforms, to charge an additional fee on subscriptions, part of which will...

The bill H. R. 9597 aims to amend title 41 of the United States Code to enhance the responsibilities and operation of the Federal Acquisition Security Council. It seeks to define terms related to security risks from foreign sources, specify the membership and responsibilities...

The Student Visa Security Improvement Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to enhance background checks and monitoring for foreign students in the U.S. by updating existing visa review processes, conducting interviews, and on-site reviews as needed. It mandates...

H. R. 9006 is a bill that aims to amend the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 by requiring safety data sheets to be provided in English and Spanish. This bill is called the "Hazardous Workplace Accountability Act of 2024" and was introduced by Mr. Cuellar. It...

H.R. 8292, titled the “Taxpayer Data Protection Act,” aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information. The bill proposes raising the fine from $5,000 to $250,000 and increasing the maximum prison...

S. 4305 aims to enhance the safety of female agents and officers in the Department of Homeland Security by improving their body armor. The bill requires that the body armor be specifically designed to fit female body shapes and meet specific safety standards, including...

H.R. 6816 aims to stop federal education funds from being available to elementary and secondary schools in the United States if they receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People's Republic of China. This includes schools that partner with or receive...

The EV Fair Trade Act of 2024 aims to prevent electric vehicle companies in the United States from using child or slave labor in their supply chains. It prohibits federal financial assistance to any company that does not comply with the act, requiring them to certify that...

H.R. 5339, also known as the “Protecting Americans’ Investments from Woke Policies Act,” proposes several amendments to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. The bill aims to restrict fiduciaries from considering non-financial factors in retirement investment...

The bill, known as the “Championing Honest And Responsible Transparency in Education Reform Act” or the “CHARTER Act,” aims to prevent charter schools from using federal funds if they have contracts with for-profit companies to manage, operate, or oversee the schools. It seeks to ensure that...

H.R. 9728, titled the "National Statistics on Deadly Force Transparency Act of 2024," seeks to improve how data is collected on the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers in the U.S. The bill mandates the Attorney General to issue regulations for gathering detailed...