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The "Forest Legacy Management Flexibility Act" allows states to authorize qualified organizations to acquire, hold, and manage conservation easements under the Forest Legacy Program.
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
The "Forest Legacy Management Flexibility Act" amends the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978, enabling the Secretary to authorize states to approve qualified organizations to acquire, hold, and manage conservation easements for the Forest Legacy Program. It sets specific criteria for qualified organizations, ensuring they can effectively manage and enforce forestland interests. The bill also outlines conditions for the termination and reversion of conservation easement rights and defines "qualified organization" with specific requirements, including accreditation and adherence to conservation purposes.
Designates March 21 as "National Rosie the Riveter Day" to honor the women who contributed to the World War II effort.
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
The "National Rosie the Riveter Day Act" calls for the annual designation of March 21 as "National Rosie the Riveter Day" to honor the over 6 million American women who entered the workforce during World War II. It recognizes their vital contributions to the war effort in factories, farms, shipyards, and volunteer organizations. The act encourages nationwide observance through ceremonies, activities, and relevant programs at all levels of government.
The "Expanding Head Start Eligibility Act of 2025" amends the Head Start Act to include families receiving TANF, SSI, SNAP, WIC, and federal housing assistance as eligible for Head Start programs. This expansion broadens the definition of "public assistance" to encompass additional federal aid programs, potentially increasing access to early childhood education for more families.
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
The "Expanding Head Start Eligibility Act of 2025" amends the Head Start Act to broaden the definition of "public assistance." This expansion includes families receiving TANF, SSI, SNAP, WIC, federal housing assistance, and other federal benefits, making more children eligible for Head Start programs. The bill aims to provide early childhood education and support to a greater number of disadvantaged children.
The "Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act" directs the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar coins in 2028 to honor the women who contributed to the World War II Home Front, with surcharges from the coin sales benefiting the Rosie the Riveter Trust and the National Park Service.
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
The "Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act" directs the Department of Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar coins in 2028 to honor the women who contributed to the World War II Home Front. The coin designs will represent the legacy of these women, with input from the Rosie the Riveter Trust, the Commission of Fine Arts, and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. Surcharges from the coin sales will go to the Rosie the Riveter Trust to support the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park and educational programs. This act ensures that the coin minting incurs no net cost to the government and recognizes the invaluable contributions of women during WWII.