Track Chuck's sponsored bills, co-sponsored legislation, and voting record
The Saving the Civil Service Act establishes strict limitations on moving federal positions out of the competitive service to protect merit-based hiring and prevent the politicization of the civil service.
Timothy Kaine
Senator
VA
Timothy Kaine
Senator
VA
The Saving the Civil Service Act protects the merit-based federal hiring system by placing strict limits on the ability of agencies to move civil service positions into the excepted service. It requires employee consent for job transfers, caps the number of positions that can be reclassified during a presidential term, and mandates annual reporting to Congress. These measures ensure that federal employment remains grounded in professional standards rather than political appointments.
This bill authorizes the awarding of Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team in recognition of their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory.
Kevin Cramer
Senator
ND
Kevin Cramer
Senator
ND
The Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team in recognition of their historic victory. This legislation honors the team’s extraordinary achievement, which served as a defining moment in American sports and a source of national inspiration during the Cold War. The medals will be permanently displayed at three prominent institutions dedicated to Olympic and hockey history.
This resolution supports the recognition of Korean American Day on January 13th, celebrating the contributions and achievements of Korean Americans to the United States. It encourages all U.S. residents to acknowledge the impact of Korean Americans across various sectors and commemorate the anniversary of the first Korean immigrants' arrival.
Andy Kim
Senator
NJ
Andy Kim
Senator
NJ
This resolution supports the recognition of Korean American Day on January 13th of each year. It acknowledges the wide-ranging positive impact of Korean Americans on the United States. The resolution also commemorates the anniversary of the arrival of the first large wave of Korean immigrants to the U.S.
The Health Care Affordability Act of 2025 expands eligibility for premium tax credits and adjusts contribution requirements to lower health insurance costs for more households.
Jeanne Shaheen
Senator
NH
Jeanne Shaheen
Senator
NH
The Health Care Affordability Act of 2025 expands access to premium tax credits by removing the current income eligibility cap, allowing more households to qualify for financial assistance. The bill also introduces a new sliding scale for premium contributions to ensure health insurance costs remain more manageable for families. These changes are set to take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act provides for the admission of the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while maintaining a smaller federal district as the seat of the U.S. government.
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act provides for the admission of the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while maintaining a smaller federal district to serve as the seat of the U.S. government. This legislation establishes the framework for the transition, including the transfer of property, the restructuring of local and federal authorities, and the granting of full congressional representation to the new state's residents. It also creates a transition commission to ensure the orderly shift of legal, financial, and administrative responsibilities.