H.R. 3868: Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025
The Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at tightening the rules around firearm background checks in the United States.
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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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H.R. 4021: Patriotism Not Pride Act
The Patriotism Not Pride Act, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to restrict federal agencies from using funds to promote or recognize LGBTQI+ Pride Month or display flags representing sexual orientation or gender identity on federal property.
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H.Res. 577: Demanding the immediate release of all Federal documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein.
H.Res.577 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives demanding the release of all federal documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
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H.R. 5506: Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims’ Rights Act
The Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims’ Rights Act is a proposed law aimed at strengthening the rights of crime victims in federal and D.C.
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H.R. 6751: Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act
Imagine a law that has been around since before the iPhone existed, giving the U.S. President the power to use military force without a time limit.
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H.R. 7052: Conflict Prevention Act
The Conflict Prevention Act, known as H.R. 7052, is a new bill aiming to create a specialized center within the U.S. Department of State.
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H.R. 5653: Trust Through Transparency Act of 2025
The Trust Through Transparency Act of 2025 aims to bring more openness and accountability to immigration enforcement in the United States.
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H.R. 4959: Land of the Free Act of 2025
The Land of the Free Act of 2025 is a proposed bill that aims to protect non-citizens in the United States from being deported just for speaking their minds.
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H.R. 7101: No Delay in Representation Act
The No Delay in Representation Act is a proposed law aimed at ensuring that newly elected members of the U.S. House of Representatives are seated immediately after their election results are certified.
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H.R. 7079: Bike the Border Act
The "Bike the Border Act" is a proposed law aiming to make it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to cross the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario.
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S. 2584: Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act
The Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act, also known as Bill S2584, aims to provide ongoing financial support for victims of human trafficking.
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S. 2123: Broadcast VOICES Act
The Broadcast VOICES Act is a proposed law aimed at increasing diversity in media ownership.
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S. 229: DTC Act of 2025
The DTC Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to make drug advertisements more transparent by requiring them to include pricing information.
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S. 836: Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act
The Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, known as S836, is a new bill aiming to protect the online privacy of children and teens.
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H.R. 1144: Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 is a proposed law aiming to strengthen the fight against human trafficking.
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H.R. 1880: Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act of 2025
The Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to protect broadcasters from losing their licenses or facing penalties based on the viewpoints they express.
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S. 1973: Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025
The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at expanding Medicare coverage to better address obesity.
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H.R. 5724: FAST Justice Act
The FAST Justice Act aims to speed up the process for federal employees appealing job-related decisions.
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H.R. 687: MERIT Act of 2025
The MERIT Act of 2025, or HR 687, aims to change how federal employees can be disciplined or removed from their jobs.
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H.R. 7300: Make Elections Great Again Act
The "Make Elections Great Again Act" is a proposed bill that aims to enhance the integrity of federal elections in the United States.
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H.R. 7048: Unsubscribe Act of 2025
The Unsubscribe Act of 2025 is a proposed law designed to make it easier for consumers to manage their subscriptions.
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H.R. 6571: REAL Act
Imagine a world where you know exactly when the government uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create or change the information you see.
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S. 3546: Sunset Section 230 Act
The Sunset Section 230 Act, or S.3546, is a proposed law that aims to repeal Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934.
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H.Con.Res. 70: Affirming the partnership between the United States and Denmark and Greenland.
The United States is looking to strengthen its partnership with Denmark and Greenland through a new resolution.
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