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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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. 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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S. 908: Avian Flu Vaccination Strategy Act
The Avian Flu Vaccination Strategy Act, or Bill S908, is a proposed law aiming to protect U.S. poultry from deadly bird flu outbreaks.
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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. 861: American Music Fairness Act of 2025
The American Music Fairness Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to ensure artists get paid when their music is played on traditional radio stations.
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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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H.R. 10034: Border Security and Immigration Reform Act
The Border Security and Immigration Reform Act, or H.R. 10034, is a proposed law aimed at enhancing border security and reforming immigration policies in the United States.
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H.R. 6560: National Flood Insurance Program Automatic Extension Act of 2025
The National Flood Insurance Program Automatic Extension Act of 2025 is a proposed law designed to ensure that the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) continues to operate even if Congress doesn't reauthorize it on time.
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H.R. 5848: NFIP Retroactive Renewal and Reauthorization Act
The NFIP Retroactive Renewal and Reauthorization Act, or H.R. 5848, is a bill designed to keep flood insurance available to homeowners in flood-prone areas.
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S. 3623: Credit Card Competition Act of 2026
A new bill, S. 3623, aims to shake up the credit card industry by promoting competition among payment networks.
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H.R. 4382: America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act
Imagine holding a piece of history in your hand. That's what the America's Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act, or H.R. 4382, aims to do by authorizing the creation of special coins for the 2028 and 2034 Olympic Games.
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S. 2265: America's Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act
Imagine holding a piece of history in your hand—a coin that celebrates the Olympic and Paralympic Games hosted in the United States.
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H.R. 4639: Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act
Imagine if the government could buy your personal data without a warrant, like shopping for groceries.
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H.R. 1188: Police CAMERA Act of 2025
The Police CAMERA Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in law enforcement by providing grants for body-worn cameras.
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S. 3675: ICE Protection Act of 2026
In the 119th Congress, a new bill, S3675, has been introduced to amend the U.S. Code and enhance the protection of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and other federal law enforcement officers.
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H.R. 170: USPS Subpoena Authority Act
The USPS Subpoena Authority Act is a proposed law that aims to give the United States Postal Service (USPS) more power to investigate crimes like mail fraud and theft.
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S. 2912: Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025
The Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at protecting voters from false information and intimidation tactics during elections.
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S. 3648: Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act
Imagine being diagnosed with a terminal illness and having to wait months for financial help.
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H.R. 7104: Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act
Imagine being diagnosed with a terminal illness and having to wait months for financial help.
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H.R. 4729: Taiwan Tax Agreement Act of 2023
The Taiwan Tax Agreement Act of 2023 is a proposed law that aims to create a tax agreement between the United States and Taiwan.
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S. 1913: Ending Qualified Immunity Act
Imagine a world where government officials, like police officers, can be held accountable if they violate someone's rights.
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H.R. 384: One Agency Act
Imagine if all the rules about business competition were handled by just one government agency instead of two.
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