Legislation in plain English

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

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S. 3220: VISIT USA Act

The VISIT USA Act, or S. 3220, is a proposed law that aims to boost tourism in the United States by reallocating $160 million to Brand USA, the organization responsible for promoting the U.S. as a travel destination.

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H.R. 2366: American Families United Act

The American Families United Act is a proposed law that aims to keep families together by giving immigration officials more flexibility.

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H.R. 4359: Public Housing Fire Safety Act

The Public Housing Fire Safety Act (H.R. 4359) is a proposed law aimed at making public housing safer by helping to install automatic sprinkler systems.

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H.R. 1694: AI Accountability Act

The AI Accountability Act, or H.R. 1694, is a proposed law aimed at studying how we can make artificial intelligence (AI) systems more trustworthy and fair.

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H.R. 484: Food Deserts Act

Imagine living in a neighborhood where fresh fruits and vegetables are hard to find.

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S. 3634: AWARE Act of 2026

Imagine a bill that aims to hold foreign governments accountable for blocking humanitarian aid.

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H.R. 1061: Protecting Sensitive Locations Act

The Protecting Sensitive Locations Act, or H.R.1061, is a proposed law that aims to prevent immigration enforcement activities like arrests and searches in places considered sensitive, such as schools and hospitals, without a judicial warrant.

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H.R. 3208: No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025

The No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025, or H.R. 3208, is a proposed U.S. law that aims to limit funding to the United Nations if it grants the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) more than observer status.

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H.R. 6484: Kids Online Safety Act

The Kids Online Safety Act (H.R. 6484) is a proposed law designed to make the internet safer for children and teenagers.

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