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H.RES. 403
119th CongressMay 9th 2025
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
IN COMMITTEE

Commends public servants for their dedication and contributions to the United States, recognizing the week of May 4 through May 10, 2025, as Public Service Recognition Week.

Gerald Connolly
D

Gerald Connolly

Representative

VA

H.R. 3124
119th CongressApr 30th 2025
Women and Underrepresented Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Women and Underrepresented Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2025" establishes a grant program through the National Science Foundation to increase the participation of women, underrepresented minorities (including LGBTQ+ individuals), and people with disabilities in STEM fields.

Marilyn Strickland
D

Marilyn Strickland

Representative

WA

H.R. 15
119th CongressApr 29th 2025
Equality Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Equality Act amends existing civil rights laws to explicitly include protections for LGBTQ+ individuals and women against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity in areas like employment, housing, public accommodations, and federal funding.

Mark Takano
D

Mark Takano

Representative

CA

H.R. 3048
119th CongressApr 28th 2025
Ocean Regional Opportunity and Innovation Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The Ocean Regional Opportunity and Innovation Act of 2025 aims to boost the "blue economy" by designating ocean innovation clusters and centers to foster collaboration, research, and economic growth in marine-related industries.

Chellie Pingree
D

Chellie Pingree

Representative

ME

H.R. 2985
119th CongressApr 24th 2025
Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill updates the Modernizing Government Technology Act to streamline IT modernization funding, prioritize high-risk legacy systems, and extend the program's sunset date to ensure continued improvements in government technology.

Nancy Mace
R

Nancy Mace

Representative

SC

H.RES. 332
119th CongressApr 14th 2025
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.
IN COMMITTEE

Designates April 11-17, 2025, as "Black Maternal Health Week" to raise awareness about and address the high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women.

Alma Adams
D

Alma Adams

Representative

NC

H.R. 2884
119th CongressApr 10th 2025
Anti-Racism in Public Health Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Anti-Racism in Public Health Act of 2025" addresses racism as a public health crisis by establishing a National Center on Antiracism and Health within the CDC and a law enforcement violence prevention program, aiming to research, prevent, and eliminate the public health impacts of racism and police violence through data collection, community engagement, and the development of antiracist practices and interventions.

Ayanna Pressley
D

Ayanna Pressley

Representative

MA

H.R. 2856
119th CongressApr 10th 2025
Great Lakes and National Weather Service Funding Protection Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Great Lakes and National Weather Service Funding Protection Act" ensures that funds allocated to the National Weather Service and Great Lakes restoration projects cannot be deferred or transferred without explicit congressional approval.

Timothy Kennedy
D

Timothy Kennedy

Representative

NY

H.R. 2904
119th CongressApr 10th 2025
Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act" aims to improve mental health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority groups through research, grants, workforce development, and outreach initiatives.

Bonnie Watson Coleman
D

Bonnie Watson Coleman

Representative

NJ

H.R. 2837
119th CongressApr 10th 2025
Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes an advisory council to assess and improve resources for victims of gun violence, including medical, financial, and mental health support.

Dwight Evans
D

Dwight Evans

Representative

PA

H.RES. 187
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain information to the House of Representatives referring to the termination, removal, placement on administrative leave, moved to another department of Federal employees and Inspectors General of agencies.
AWAITING HOUSE

Demands the President to submit documents and communications to the House of Representatives regarding the termination, reassignment, or leave placement of federal employees and Inspectors General, particularly those influenced by Elon Musk or related to DEI roles.

Kweisi Mfume
D

Kweisi Mfume

Representative

MD

H.RES. 316
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents relating to the use of insecure electronic communication platforms, including Signal, for official communications and to the compliance of the Administration with all Federal records laws.
IN COMMITTEE

Demands the President to submit documents regarding the use of insecure communication platforms for official business and the Administration's adherence to federal record laws.

Stephen Lynch
D

Stephen Lynch

Representative

MA

H.R. 1422
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025
AWAITING HOUSE

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 imposes sanctions on those involved with Iran's oil, gas, and petrochemical industries, and establishes an interagency working group to coordinate and enforce these sanctions.

Michael Lawler
R

Michael Lawler

Representative

NY

H.RES. 315
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
Recognizing the 159th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1866.
IN COMMITTEE

Recognizes the 159th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, which established equal legal protection for all citizens regardless of race.

Jonathan Jackson
D

Jonathan Jackson

Representative

IL

H.RES. 186
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the conflicts of interest of Elon Musk and related information.
AWAITING HOUSE

Directs the President to submit documents to the House of Representatives regarding potential conflicts of interest of Elon Musk related to his government affiliations.

Gerald Connolly
D

Gerald Connolly

Representative

VA

H.R. 2763
119th CongressApr 9th 2025
American Family Act
IN COMMITTEE

The American Family Act establishes a refundable child tax credit with monthly advance payments, increasing financial support for families with children and other dependents.

Rosa DeLauro
D

Rosa DeLauro

Representative

CT

H.R. 2743
119th CongressApr 8th 2025
Raise the Wage Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Raise the Wage Act of 2025" gradually increases the federal minimum wage to \$17.00 per hour, eliminates the subminimum wage for tipped employees and newly hired employees under 20, and raises wages for individuals with disabilities, ultimately phasing out special wage certificates.

Robert Scott
D

Robert Scott

Representative

VA

H.R. 2736
119th CongressApr 8th 2025
Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act of 2025 establishes federal minimum standards for collective bargaining rights for public service employees, empowering them to negotiate wages, hours, and working conditions.

Donald Norcross
D

Donald Norcross

Representative

NJ

H.R. 2692
119th CongressApr 7th 2025
No Tax Breaks for Union Busting (NTBUB) Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "No Tax Breaks for Union Busting (NTBUB) Act" disallows tax deductions for employer expenses used to influence employees' decisions regarding unionizing or collective bargaining, increases transparency by requiring detailed reporting of such activities, and imposes penalties for non-compliance.

Donald Norcross
D

Donald Norcross

Representative

NJ

H.R. 2671
119th CongressApr 7th 2025
Tax Fairness for Workers Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Tax Fairness for Workers Act" allows employees to deduct union dues and other business expenses from their taxable income, starting after December 31, 2024.

Brendan Boyle
D

Brendan Boyle

Representative

PA