Legislation in plain English
Plain-English explanations of federal bills: what each bill would do, who it could affect, and how to take action.
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The Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at protecting national security by regulating how U.S. investments are made abroad.
H.R.5324, known as the "No More Missing Children Act," is a proposed law aimed at protecting unaccompanied alien children from trafficking and disappearance.
The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, also known as H.R. 8070, is a bill that aims to enhance the lives of military personnel and their families while ensuring national defense readiness.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) Certification Act is a new bill that asks the U.S. Secretary of State to check if Hong Kong still operates independently from China.
Imagine a world where the cost of your favorite gadgets and everyday items suddenly spikes.
The Grant Integrity and Border Security Act, or H.R. 245, is a proposed law that aims to ensure federal grant recipients comply with immigration laws.
The Scientific Integrity Act, H.R. 1106, aims to ensure that science conducted or funded by federal agencies remains free from political or ideological interference.
The RUBIO Act, or H.R. 3528, is a proposed law that aims to ensure the U.S. Secretary of State focuses solely on their primary duties by preventing them from holding any other federal positions simultaneously.
H.R. 3325, known as the Recruit and Retain Act of 2024, is a bill aimed at helping law enforcement agencies recruit new officers.
H.R. 7105 is a proposed bill aimed at changing the Immigration and Nationality Act to allow the U.S. government to temporarily halt immigration and entry benefits during an invasion at the southern border.
The Permanent OPTN Fee Authority Act (S.2751) is a bill introduced in the 119th Congress that seeks to establish a fee structure for the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN).
The Competition and Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act of 2025, or S130, aims to update U.S. antitrust laws to better tackle modern market challenges.
The Implementing DOGE Act, or H.R. 199, is a proposed law aiming to cut government spending in areas not related to security, like education and healthcare.
The Medicare for All Act, H.R.3069, aims to transform the U.S. healthcare system by creating a national health insurance program.
Imagine a world where every American has access to healthcare without worrying about costs.
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2025, or H.R. 1744, is a bill that aims to extend the funding and operation of a U.S. commission dedicated to monitoring religious freedom around the world.
Imagine a world where classrooms are as innovative as the latest tech gadgets.
H.J.Res.135 is a proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aimed at limiting the President's power to grant pardons.
Imagine you're at the beach, enjoying a sunny day, when suddenly, your phone buzzes with a warning about a nearby shark sighting.
The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 is a new law that funds and updates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and related programs through 2028.
The Mentoring to Succeed Act of 2025 is a proposed law aiming to help young people succeed in school and work by providing them with mentors.
The Pardon Transparency and Accountability Act of 2025 aims to make the presidential pardon process more open and fair.
The FIZZ-NO Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to change how food assistance benefits can be used.
The Lowering American Energy Costs Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to keep natural gas produced in the United States within the country.
