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H.J.RES. 12
119th CongressJan 6th 2025
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to limit members of the House of Representatives to three terms and Senators to two terms, with specific provisions for partial terms. Terms served before the amendment's ratification would not be counted towards these limits, and the amendment must be ratified within seven years to be valid.

Ralph Norman
R

Ralph Norman

Representative

SC

H.R. 138
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2025" expands the use of health savings accounts, flexible spending arrangements, health reimbursement arrangements, and Archer MSAs to include medical expenses of parents, allowing more flexible use of these funds for elder care. These changes aim to provide tax relief and greater financial flexibility for families supporting their parents' healthcare needs.

Vern Buchanan
R

Vern Buchanan

Representative

FL

H.R. 142
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2025" or the "REINS Act of 2025" increases Congressional oversight of federal regulations by requiring Congressional approval for major rules with significant economic impacts, while also mandating more transparency and analysis from agencies. It also directs the Comptroller General to study the number and cost of rules in effect.

Katherine Cammack
R

Katherine Cammack

Representative

FL

H.R. 45
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
FIND Act
IN COMMITTEE

The FIND Act prohibits federal agencies from contracting with entities that discriminate against the firearm and ammunition industry, ensuring fair access to government contracts for these businesses. Contractors must certify they do not discriminate against firearm entities, with violations leading to contract termination.

Jack Bergman
R

Jack Bergman

Representative

MI

H.R. 196
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill rescinds any unspent funds previously allocated to the IRS for specific activities. This is from the Public Law 117-169.

Adrian Smith
R

Adrian Smith

Representative

NE

H.J.RES. 10
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment mandating a balanced federal budget, requiring congressional supermajorities to raise the debt limit or increase revenue, and tasking the President with submitting a balanced budget to Congress annually. These rules can be waived during declared wars or serious military conflicts.

Zachary (Zach) Nunn
R

Zachary (Zach) Nunn

Representative

IA