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This bill honors the life, achievements, and legacy of President Jimmy Carter, recognizing his dedication to public service, human rights, and global peace. It acknowledges his lasting impact as a leader and statesman.
Nikema Williams
Representative
GA
Nikema Williams
Representative
GA
This bill honors the life, achievements, and legacy of Jimmy Carter, recognizing his service as a naval officer, farmer, state senator, Governor, and President. It also acknowledges his post-presidency work promoting peace, democracy, and human rights through the Carter Center, as well as his dedication to Habitat for Humanity. The bill expresses condolences to his family upon his passing and celebrates his lasting impact as a leader and statesman.
The "Dental Care for Veterans Act" expands dental care benefits for veterans, phasing in eligibility over four years to mirror the provision of other medical services within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Julia Brownley
Representative
CA
Julia Brownley
Representative
CA
The Dental Care for Veterans Act aims to improve veterans' access to dental care by integrating it more closely with other medical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This bill removes specific limitations and updates existing code to allow the Secretary to provide comprehensive dental care, including dentures and appliances. The implementation of these expanded benefits will be phased in over four years, prioritizing veterans based on existing eligibility criteria. Additionally, the bill makes necessary clerical updates to reflect these changes in the U.S. Code.
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act provides for the admission of the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth into the Union while establishing a reduced federal Capital district and outlining the legal framework for the transition.
Eleanor Norton
Representative
DC
Eleanor Norton
Representative
DC
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act proposes admitting the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth into the Union, while maintaining a reduced federal district to serve as the nation’s capital. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for the transition, including the election of congressional representatives, the transfer of local government authority, and the gradual shift of federal responsibilities to the new state. This legislation aims to grant D.C. residents full voting representation in Congress while ensuring the continued security and operation of the federal seat of government.
The "Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2025" expands the use of health savings accounts, flexible spending arrangements, health reimbursement arrangements, and Archer MSAs to include medical expenses of parents, allowing more flexible use of these funds for elder care. These changes aim to provide tax relief and greater financial flexibility for families supporting their parents' healthcare needs.
Vern Buchanan
Representative
FL
Vern Buchanan
Representative
FL
The "Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2025" expands the use of tax-advantaged health accounts, including HSAs, FSAs, HRAs and Archer MSAs, to cover medical expenses of parents. This allows individuals to use these funds for their parents' or their spouse's parents' medical care. These changes aim to provide financial relief to caregivers by allowing pre-tax dollars to be used for elder care. The provisions apply to expenses and contributions made after December 31, 2024.