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S Bill 1296 A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts, to prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern, and for other purposes.Updated 1 day ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2025-04-03

Bill 119 s 1296, also known as the "Foreign Gift and Contract Disclosure Act," aims to make changes to the Higher Education Act of 1965 in order to en...

hance transparency and accountability in regards to foreign gifts and contracts received by institutions of higher education in the United States. The bill proposes to strengthen disclosure requirements for foreign gifts and contracts, ensuring that universities and colleges report any financial contributions or agreements from foreign entities. This is intended to prevent undue influence or interference from foreign governments or organizations in the academic and research activities of American universities. Additionally, the bill seeks to prohibit institutions of higher education from entering into contracts with certain foreign entities and countries that are deemed to be of concern. This measure is aimed at safeguarding national security interests and preventing potential threats to academic freedom and intellectual property rights. Overall, the Foreign Gift and Contract Disclosure Act aims to protect the integrity and independence of American higher education institutions while promoting transparency and accountability in their relationships with foreign entities.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Alternative Names

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts, to prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]

Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

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

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

Committees and Subcommittees

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Variations and Revisions

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S Bill 1239 A bill to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to require group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage to permit enrollees to obtain a 365-day supply of contraceptives.Updated 3 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2025-04-01

Bill 119 s 1239, also known as the Contraceptive Access Act, aims to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to ensure that individuals enr...

olled in group health plans and health insurance coverage have access to a 365-day supply of contraceptives. This bill would require group health plans and health insurance issuers to allow enrollees to obtain a year's worth of contraceptives at one time, rather than the typical 30-day supply. The purpose of this bill is to improve access to contraceptives for individuals, making it easier for them to manage their reproductive health and family planning needs. By allowing enrollees to obtain a 365-day supply of contraceptives, this legislation aims to reduce barriers to access and increase convenience for individuals seeking to prevent unintended pregnancies. Supporters of the Contraceptive Access Act argue that providing a year's supply of contraceptives can help reduce the risk of unintended pregnancies, improve health outcomes, and save individuals time and money by reducing the need for frequent trips to the pharmacy. Critics of the bill may raise concerns about potential cost implications for insurance providers and the impact on overall healthcare costs. Overall, Bill 119 s 1239 seeks to promote reproductive health and empower individuals to make informed decisions about their contraceptive needs. It will be important to monitor the progress of this legislation and consider the potential implications for individuals, insurance providers, and the healthcare system as a whole.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Alternative Names

A bill to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to require group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage to permit enrollees to obtain a 365-day supply of contraceptives.

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]

Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]

Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]

Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]

Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]

Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]

Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]

Committees and Subcommittees

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 2443 To eliminate taxpayer funding for the partisan broadcasting outlets known as National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service, and for other purposes.Updated 4 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-03-27

Bill 119 HR 2443, also known as the "Eliminate Taxpayer Funding for NPR and PBS Act," aims to stop the use of taxpayer money to fund National Public Ra...

dio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The bill argues that these broadcasting outlets are partisan in nature and should not receive government funding. If passed, this legislation would cut off federal funding for NPR and PBS, which currently receive a portion of their budget from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a non-profit organization that distributes government funds to public media outlets. The bill also states that any remaining funds allocated to NPR and PBS must be returned to the Treasury. Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer money should not be used to support media outlets that they believe have a bias towards one political party. They believe that NPR and PBS should rely on private donations and sponsorships instead of government funding. Opponents of the bill argue that NPR and PBS provide valuable programming and news coverage that is not influenced by commercial interests. They believe that cutting off federal funding would harm these outlets and limit access to diverse and independent media sources. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2443 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises questions about the role of government funding in supporting public media outlets. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on NPR and PBS if it is ultimately passed into law.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Alternative Names

To eliminate taxpayer funding for the partisan broadcasting outlets known as National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]

Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]

Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]

Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]

Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]

Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]

Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14]

Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]

Rep. Greene, Marjorie Taylor [R-GA-14]

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]

Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]

Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]

Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]

Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]

Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]

Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]

Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]

Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14]

Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]

Rep. Greene, Marjorie Taylor [R-GA-14]

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]

Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]

Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5]

Rep. McGuire, John [R-VA-5]

Committees and Subcommittees

Energy and Commerce Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 1859 Apprenticeship Opportunity ActUpdated 2 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-03-05

Bill 119 HR 1859, also known as the "Apprenticeship Income Disregard Act," aims to address the issue of apprenticeship income affecting eligibility for...

assistance under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families. The bill proposes that income earned during the first year of an apprenticeship should be disregarded when determining eligibility for assistance. The bill recognizes that individuals participating in apprenticeship programs may face financial challenges during their initial year of training, as they are often earning lower wages while gaining valuable skills and experience. By disregarding this income for eligibility purposes, the bill seeks to ensure that individuals in apprenticeships are not unfairly penalized when seeking assistance through the temporary assistance for needy families program. If passed, this legislation would provide much-needed support to individuals pursuing apprenticeships and help them access the assistance they need to support themselves and their families during this critical period of training. The bill aims to promote workforce development and economic opportunity by removing barriers to participation in apprenticeship programs for those in need of temporary assistance.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Alternative Names

To require income from the first year of an apprenticeship to be disregarded in determining eligibility for assistance under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families.

Apprenticeship Opportunity Act

To require income from the first year of an apprenticeship to be disregarded in determining eligibility for assistance under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families.

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Policy Areas

Social Welfare

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]

Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]

Committees and Subcommittees

Ways and Means Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 1625 Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025Updated 19 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-02-26

Bill 119 hr 1625, also known as the "Haiti Economic Lift Program Act of 2021," aims to extend duty-free treatment for imports from Haiti under the Cari...

bbean Basin Economic Recovery Act. This legislation is designed to support economic development and job creation in Haiti by allowing certain goods to enter the United States without being subject to tariffs. The bill also includes provisions to strengthen accountability and transparency in the trade relationship between the US and Haiti. It requires the US Trade Representative to report to Congress on the impact of the duty-free treatment on both countries, as well as on efforts to combat corruption and improve labor standards in Haiti. Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote investment in Haiti, such as providing technical assistance to Haitian businesses and encouraging US companies to invest in the country. It also aims to support the development of Haiti's agricultural sector by promoting sustainable farming practices and increasing access to markets for Haitian agricultural products. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1625 seeks to build on the success of the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and further strengthen the economic partnership between the US and Haiti. By extending duty-free treatment for Haitian imports and promoting investment and development in Haiti, this legislation aims to support economic growth and stability in the region.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Alternative Names

To extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, and for other purposes.

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025

To extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, and for other purposes.