Legislation in plain English

Bill explainers

Plain-English explanations of federal bills: what each bill would do, who it could affect, and how to take action.

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H.R. 6297: PEACE Act

The PEACE Act, or H.R. 6297, is a proposed bill aimed at tackling antisemitic crime and extremism in Europe.

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S. 2462: TRUTH in Labeling Act

The TRUTH in Labeling Act, or S.2462, is a proposed law that aims to make food labels clearer and more informative for consumers.

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S. 3191: Stop Ballroom Bribery Act

The Stop Ballroom Bribery Act is a proposed law aimed at preventing corruption by limiting donations for projects and events at high-profile government properties like the White House.

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H.R. 7123: Abolish ICE Act

H.R. 7123 is a bill introduced in the 119th Congress aimed at abolishing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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H.R. 1523: PREVENT DIABETES Act

The PREVENT DIABETES Act is a proposed law aiming to extend virtual diabetes prevention programs for Medicare beneficiaries.

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H.R. 7060: No Political Enemies Act

H.R. 7060 is a proposed bill aimed at protecting individuals and organizations from government actions that could penalize them for their political speech or participation.

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H.R. 5474: No DEI in DC Act

The "No DEI in DC Act" is a proposed law aimed at stopping the government of Washington, D.C., from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

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H.R. 407: Prevent Tariff Abuse Act

The Prevent Tariff Abuse Act, or H.R.407, is a proposed law that aims to limit the President's power to impose tariffs on imported goods without Congress's approval.

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H.R. 589: FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025

The FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to remove federal protections for people accessing reproductive health clinics.

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H.R. 1327: Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act

The Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act is a proposed law that aims to evaluate potential terrorist threats to the United States from individuals in Syria linked to terrorist organizations.

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H.R. 6603: Our Parks Act

Imagine visiting a national park without paying an entrance fee on a holiday.

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H.R. 58: Voter Integrity Protection Act

The Voter Integrity Protection Act, or H.R. 58, is a proposed law that aims to make it a serious crime for undocumented immigrants to vote in federal elections.

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