Legislative Activity

The "Contaminated Wells Relocation Act" enables NASA to reimburse Chincoteague, Virginia, for costs associated with removing and replacing contaminated drinking water wells located on NASA property. This includes planning, establishing new wells on town-controlled property, and covering expenses like property acquisition, engineering, and construction. NASA must submit the agreement details, including costs and locations, to Congress within 18 months. The act focuses on relocating the three remaining contaminated wells to ensure safe drinking water for the town.

The "Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2025" ensures that the National Association of State Veterans Homes is represented in consultations with the Under Secretary for Health. It also adds a representative from the Association with a nursing home administration license to the Department of Veterans Affairs Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee. This aims to improve the quality of care and address the specific needs of senior veterans within state veterans homes.

The PRECEPT Nurses Act establishes a $2,000 tax credit for eligible nurse preceptors working in Health Professional Shortage Areas. To qualify, preceptors must be licensed registered nurses or healthcare providers who supervise and train nursing students or new nurses for at least 200 hours annually and obtain certification verifying their hours. This credit is available from 2026 through 2032, with annual reports to Congress and a final evaluation on its effectiveness due by June 30, 2033.