Emelia Barbee

. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to fund gender transition procedures. The bill specifically prohibits the use of federal funds for any gender transition procedures, including hormone therapy and gender reassignment surgery. It also aims to ensure that taxpayer money is not used to cover the costs of counseling or other services related to gender transition. Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund procedures that they may not agree with or support. They believe that individuals should be responsible for covering the costs of their own gender transition procedures. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that denying individuals access to gender transition procedures could be discriminatory and harmful. They believe that everyone should have the right to access necessary medical care, regardless of their gender identity. Overall, Bill 119 s 977 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the use of taxpayer funds for medical procedures. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome remains uncertain.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Alternative Names

A bill to prohibit taxpayer-funded gender transition procedures, and for other purposes.

A bill to prohibit taxpayer-funded gender transition procedures, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

undefined

Policy Areas

undefined

Potential Impact

undefined

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]

Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]

Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]

Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]

Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]

Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]

Committees and Subcommittees

Finance Committee

Variations and Revisions

undefined

this bill is to require labor organizations to pay for the agency resources and employee time that they use. This means that labor organizations would be charged for the services and resources provided to them by government agencies. The bill is intended to hold labor organizations accountable for the costs associated with their activities and to ensure that they are not receiving free services at the expense of taxpayers. By requiring labor organizations to pay for the resources and employee time they use, the bill aims to promote transparency and fiscal responsibility within the labor movement. In addition to charging labor organizations for agency resources and employee time, the bill may also include other provisions related to labor organization accountability. These additional provisions could address issues such as reporting requirements, oversight mechanisms, and penalties for non-compliance. Overall, Bill 119 s 511 seeks to increase accountability and transparency within the labor movement by requiring labor organizations to pay for the services and resources they use. This bill may have significant implications for labor organizations and could impact the way they operate and interact with government agencies.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Alternative Names

A bill to amend chapter 71 of title 5, United States Code, to charge labor organizations for the agency resources and employee time used by such labor organizations, and for other purposes.

A bill to amend chapter 71 of title 5, United States Code, to charge labor organizations for the agency resources and employee time used by such labor organizations, and for other purposes.

Protecting Taxpayers’ Wallets Act of 2025

Protecting Taxpayers’ Wallets Act of 2025

A bill to amend chapter 71 of title 5, United States Code, to charge labor organizations for the agency resources and employee time used by such labor organizations, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

Protecting Taxpayers’ Wallets Act of 2025

Policy Areas

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]

Committees and Subcommittees

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

es by reauthorizing support for State-based maternal mortality review committees. These committees are tasked with reviewing maternal deaths in order to identify trends and risk factors, ultimately working towards preventing future deaths. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives. By sharing this information with key stakeholders, the hope is to improve the quality of care provided to pregnant and postpartum individuals, ultimately reducing the number of maternal deaths in the country. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1909 seeks to improve maternal health outcomes by supporting State-based efforts to review maternal deaths and disseminate best practices for prevention. This legislation aims to address a critical issue facing the US healthcare system and has the potential to save lives and improve the health of mothers across the country.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Alternative Names

To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize support for State-based maternal mortality review committees, to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives, and for other purposes.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize support for State-based maternal mortality review committees, to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

undefined

Policy Areas

undefined

Potential Impact

undefined

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]

Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]

Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]

Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]

Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]

Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]

Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]

Rep. Mfume, Kweisi [D-MD-7]

Committees and Subcommittees

Energy and Commerce Committee

Variations and Revisions

undefined

reatment of certain services and items for chronic conditions as meeting the preventive care deductible safe harbor for high deductible health plans (HDHPs) in connection with health savings accounts (HSAs). The bill seeks to provide clarity and consistency in the treatment of preventive care services and items for individuals with chronic conditions. By codifying the IRS guidance, the bill aims to ensure that individuals with chronic conditions can access necessary preventive care without having to meet their high deductible before receiving coverage. Under the bill, services and items for chronic conditions that are considered preventive care would be eligible for coverage under HDHPs without requiring individuals to first meet their deductible. This would help individuals with chronic conditions better manage their health and potentially reduce long-term healthcare costs. Overall, the Preventive Care for Chronic Conditions Act aims to improve access to preventive care for individuals with chronic conditions, promote better health outcomes, and potentially lower healthcare costs in the long run.

Recent Activity

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Alternative Names

To codify Internal Revenue Service guidance relating to treatment of certain services and items for chronic conditions as meeting the preventive care deductible safe harbor for purposes of high deductible health plans in connection with health savings accounts.

To codify Internal Revenue Service guidance relating to treatment of certain services and items for chronic conditions as meeting the preventive care deductible safe harbor for purposes of high deductible health plans in connection with health savings accounts.

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

To codify Internal Revenue Service guidance relating to treatment of certain services and items for chronic conditions as meeting the preventive care deductible safe harbor for purposes of high deductible health plans in connection with health savings accounts.

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

To codify Internal Revenue Service guidance relating to treatment of certain services and items for chronic conditions as meeting the preventive care deductible safe harbor for purposes of high deductible health plans in connection with health savings accounts.

Associated Legislation

undefined

Policy Areas

Taxation

Potential Impact

undefined

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Committees and Subcommittees

Ways and Means Committee

Variations and Revisions

as a memorial to the individuals who have tragically passed away due to the virus, acknowledging the immense toll the pandemic has taken on families and communities across the country. The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing and honoring the memories of those who have lost their lives to COVID-19, as well as expressing gratitude for the efforts of healthcare workers, first responders, and essential workers who have worked tirelessly to combat the virus and support those affected by it. Additionally, the resolution calls for a moment of silence to be observed in remembrance of those who have died from COVID-19, as well as for flags to be flown at half-staff as a sign of respect and mourning for the lives lost. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 119 is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to the individuals who have succumbed to the COVID-19 pandemic and to honor their memories as the nation continues to navigate through this challenging and unprecedented time.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1610)

Alternative Names

A resolution memorializing those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A resolution memorializing those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A resolution memorializing those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A resolution memorializing those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Associated Legislation

undefined

Policy Areas

Health

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]

Committees and Subcommittees

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Variations and Revisions