Track Betty's sponsored bills, co-sponsored legislation, and voting record
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
Representative
CT
Rosa DeLauro
Representative
CT
The American Family Act establishes a refundable child tax credit with monthly advance payments, providing up to $300 per month per child, and creates a $500 tax credit for other dependents. The amount of the credit is reduced based on the taxpayer's income, with initial reductions starting at $150,000 for joint returns. The IRS will make monthly advance payments and establish an online portal for taxpayers to manage their payments and provide necessary information. This act terminates the existing annual child tax credit after 2024 and aims to provide regular financial support to families.
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
Representative
VA
Robert Scott
Representative
VA
The "Raise the Wage Act of 2025" aims to increase the federal minimum wage to $17.00 per hour over five years, after which it will be annually adjusted based on the median hourly wage of all employees. The bill also gradually raises the minimum wage for tipped employees until it matches the standard minimum wage, while ensuring they retain all tips. Additionally, it increases and then eliminates the subminimum wage for newly hired employees under 20 and individuals with disabilities, promoting fair wages for all workers.
The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2025 updates state housing credit calculations, reforms tenant eligibility, and enhances credit eligibility to increase affordable housing options for low-income communities, Native American areas, and rural regions.
Darin LaHood
Representative
IL
Darin LaHood
Representative
IL
The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2025 aims to increase affordable housing options by updating state housing credit formulas, refining tenant eligibility rules, and improving credit eligibility and determination. This includes adjusting income verification processes, modifying student occupancy rules, and protecting domestic abuse victims. The bill also focuses on Native American and rural assistance by addressing housing needs in Indian areas and streamlining income eligibility for rural projects. Additionally, it revises rules for exempt facility bonds and renames the "low-income housing tax credit" to the "affordable housing tax credit" while encouraging data sharing and discouraging discriminatory land use policies.
This bill prohibits special government employees from holding or benefiting from federal contracts or agreements.
Mark Pocan
Representative
WI
Mark Pocan
Representative
WI
The ELON MUSK Act prohibits special Government employees from holding or benefiting from federal contracts or agreements. Any existing federal contracts held by these employees must be terminated upon the law's enactment. This aims to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure ethical conduct within the government.
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
Representative
NJ
Donald Norcross
Representative
NJ
The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act of 2025 establishes federal minimum standards for collective bargaining rights for public employees and supervisory employees. It requires the Federal Labor Relations Authority to determine if state laws substantially provide these rights; if not, the Authority will administer collective bargaining procedures in those states. The act outlines specific rights and procedures, including the right to organize, bargain collectively, and engage in concerted activities, while also addressing enforcement and exceptions. This law aims to ensure that public service workers have the ability to negotiate for fair wages, hours, and working conditions.
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
Representative
NJ
Donald Norcross
Representative
NJ
The "No Tax Breaks for Union Busting (NTBUB) Act" aims to eliminate tax deductions for employer expenses used to influence employees' decisions regarding unionizing and collective bargaining. It defines "labor organization activity" broadly, encompassing elections, disputes, and collective actions. The bill mandates detailed reporting of such activities, with significant penalties for non-compliance, and directs the Treasury Secretary to issue implementing guidance. This would apply to expenses incurred more than 240 days after the bill's enactment.
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff, emphasizing their vital role in schools.
Jahana Hayes
Representative
CT
Jahana Hayes
Representative
CT
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' view that paraprofessionals and education support staff are critical to schools and deserve fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. It advocates for livable wages, affordable healthcare, paid leave, professional development, safe working environments, and a voice in school policies for these essential employees. The resolution also encourages employers to engage in good faith negotiations and refrain from actions that undermine workers' rights during labor disputes. This resolution does not override any existing collective bargaining agreements that provide more favorable terms for paraprofessionals and education support staff.
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
Representative
PA
Brendan Boyle
Representative
PA
The "Tax Fairness for Workers Act" permits employees to deduct union dues and other employee business expenses above-the-line, bypassing previous deduction limitations. This change is achieved by amending sections of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, specifically 62(a)(1) and 67(g). These amendments will be effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.
The Federal Firearm Licensee Act aims to strengthen regulations and oversight of firearm dealers, enhance background checks, and increase penalties for violations to reduce illegal firearm trafficking and improve public safety.
Robin Kelly
Representative
IL
Robin Kelly
Representative
IL
The Federal Firearm Licensee Act aims to strengthen regulations and oversight of licensed firearm dealers to reduce illegal firearm trafficking and enhance public safety. It mandates enhanced security measures, regular inventory checks, and electronic record-keeping for dealers, while also increasing inspection frequency and penalties for violations. The act also broadens background check requirements for both dealers and their employees and seeks to modernize the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives' (ATF) operations through increased staffing and data accessibility. Finally, the act repeals limitations on sharing firearm trace data and centralizing records, and it requires reports to Congress on the act's implementation and dealer inspections.
The HUMBLE Act aims to curb undue benefits for members of Congress by restricting lobbying activities, travel accommodations, stock ownership, and outside board service, while also eliminating automatic pay adjustments.
Angie Craig
Representative
MN
Angie Craig
Representative
MN
The HUMBLE Act aims to reform congressional practices by prohibiting former members of Congress from lobbying, restricting the use of government funds for premium airline accommodations, and eliminating certain benefits for former House members. It also prohibits House members from owning individual stocks and serving on for-profit boards, and eliminates automatic pay adjustments for members of Congress. These changes intend to promote ethical governance and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
The "Protect America's Workforce Act" nullifies an executive order that limited federal labor-management relations programs and protects existing collective bargaining agreements.
Jared Golden
Representative
ME
Jared Golden
Representative
ME
The "Protect America's Workforce Act" nullifies a 2025 executive order that limited federal labor-management relations programs. It prevents the enforcement of the executive order and prohibits the use of federal funds for its implementation. Additionally, the bill ensures the validity of existing collective bargaining agreements between federal agencies and labor organizations until their original expiration dates.
This bill expresses Congress's disapproval of Trump-era tariffs on Mexico and Canada, arguing they violate the USMCA trade agreement.
Jim Costa
Representative
CA
Jim Costa
Representative
CA
This bill expresses Congress's disapproval of the Trump administration's tariffs on Canada and Mexico. It argues that these tariffs undermine free trade, violate the USMCA, and endanger millions of jobs and billions in trade. The bill also voices support for resolving non-tariff trade barriers and the USMCA's review process.
Mandates the Secretary of Labor to establish a comprehensive workplace violence prevention standard for healthcare and social service industries, requiring employers to develop and implement workplace violence prevention plans to protect employees.
Joe Courtney
Representative
CT
Joe Courtney
Representative
CT
The "Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act" directs the Secretary of Labor to establish an occupational safety and health standard requiring healthcare and social service employers to develop and implement comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans. This standard aims to protect workers from workplace violence through risk assessment, hazard prevention, incident reporting, employee training, and recordkeeping. The bill also extends these requirements to certain facilities receiving Medicare funds, ensuring broader coverage and compliance.
Prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from using federal funds to remove employees if it affects 3% or more of the total workforce within a 60-day period.
Jennifer McClellan
Representative
VA
Jennifer McClellan
Representative
VA
This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from using federal funds to remove employees if the removals affect at least 3% of the total HHS workforce or 3% of a sub-agency/division's workforce within a 60-day period.
Expresses support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, honoring the achievements, contributions, and resilience of the transgender community while raising awareness of the discrimination and violence they face.
Sara Jacobs
Representative
CA
Sara Jacobs
Representative
CA
This bill recognizes International Transgender Day of Visibility to honor the achievements and contributions of the transgender community and raise awareness of the discrimination and violence it faces. It acknowledges the disproportionate oppression suffered by transgender individuals, including discrimination and violence, and recognizes the record number of antitransgender bills introduced in recent years. The bill expresses support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, encourages its observance, and celebrates the accomplishments and leadership of transgender individuals.
The "Transgender Health Care Access Act" aims to improve transgender individuals' access to gender-affirming care by expanding medical education, establishing training programs, and increasing capacity at community health centers and rural healthcare providers.
Becca Balint
Representative
VT
Becca Balint
Representative
VT
The "Transgender Health Care Access Act" aims to improve access to gender-affirming care by expanding medical education and training programs, particularly within community health centers and rural areas. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants for developing model curricula, training medical professionals, and supporting community health centers in providing gender-affirming care. The Act prioritizes entities serving transgender populations and areas with limited access to care, and allocates specific funding for these initiatives from 2026 through 2030. Finally, the Act requires a report to Congress detailing the progress and impact of these programs on health equity for transgender individuals.
Authorizes funding for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to support its global efforts in sexual and reproductive health, including preventing maternal deaths, providing contraception, and combating gender-based violence.
Chrissy Houlahan
Representative
PA
Chrissy Houlahan
Representative
PA
The Support UNFPA Funding Act aims to reinstate U.S. financial support for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the UN's sexual and reproductive health agency. It authorizes appropriations of at least $50 million for fiscal year 2026 and $55 million for fiscal year 2027 to support UNFPA's work in reducing maternal deaths, preventing gender-based violence, and promoting voluntary family planning. The Act asserts that supporting UNFPA aligns with U.S. interests by improving global health, fostering development, and promoting stability.
Requires federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis and obtain an Inspector General review before carrying out significant employee or agency relocations.
Suhas Subramanyam
Representative
VA
Suhas Subramanyam
Representative
VA
The COST of Relocations Act requires federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis and report to their Inspector General (OIG) before carrying out a "covered relocation" which involves moving or replacing a significant number of employees. The OIG then reviews the agency's report and submits its findings to Congress, assessing the justification for using federal funds and adherence to guidelines. This act aims to ensure transparency and careful evaluation of the financial and operational impacts of agency relocations.
The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act amends the tax code to exclude student loan repayments or forgiveness received by veterinarians practicing in underserved rural areas from their gross income, starting after December 31, 2025.
Adrian Smith
Representative
NE
Adrian Smith
Representative
NE
The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to include loan repayments or loan forgiveness programs aimed at increasing access to veterinary services, specifically those under the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977. This change applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
This bill would restore U.S. funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), contingent upon UNRWA's implementation of recommendations for accountability and transparency.
André Carson
Representative
IN
André Carson
Representative
IN
The UNRWA Funding Emergency Restoration Act of 2025 aims to restore United States funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) to address humanitarian needs in Gaza and support Palestinian refugees. It repeals previous legislation that prohibited funding to UNRWA and directs the Secretary of State to resume contributions, contingent upon UNRWA's progress in implementing recommendations for accountability and transparency. The Act also requires regular reports to Congress on UNRWA's progress and encourages cooperation between the U.S. and Israel to aid UNRWA in implementing reforms.