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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.J.Res. 79: A joint resolution honoring the sacrifice of Marine Corps Lance Corporal David L. Espinoza, Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Darin Taylor Hoover, Army Staff Sergeant Ryan Christian Knauss, Marine Corps Corporal Hunter Lopez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Rylee J. McCollum, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Dylan R. Merola, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Kareem M. Nikoui, Marine Corps Corporal Daegan W. Page, Marine Corps Sergeant Johanny Rosario, Marine Corps Corporal Humberto A. Sanchez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz, and Navy Petty Officer Third Class Maxton W. Soviak.

In the 119th Congress, a joint resolution known as S.J.Res.79 aims to honor the bravery and sacrifice of 13 U.S. service members who lost their lives during the Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021.

Jan 20, 20263 min read

S. 1798: Autonomous Vehicle Acceleration Act of 2025

Imagine a future where cars drive themselves, making roads safer and commutes faster.

Jan 20, 20263 min read

H.R. 875: Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025

The Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025, also known as H.R. 875, is a proposed law that aims to make non-U.S. citizens deportable or inadmissible if they have a history of driving under the influence (DUI).

Jan 20, 20263 min read

H.R. 1605: Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2025

Imagine a world where judges, not government agencies, have the final say on what laws mean.

Jan 20, 20263 min read

H.R. 3211: Precision Agriculture Loan Program Act of 2025

The Precision Agriculture Loan Program Act of 2025, also known as H.R. 3211, aims to help farmers adopt cutting-edge technology to make farming more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Jan 20, 20262 min read

H.R. 565: District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025

The District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025, or H.R. 565, aims to ensure that federal judicial officials working in Washington, D.C., live in the city.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

H.R. 5568: Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act

Imagine a world where small businesses can continue to thrive even when the government is temporarily shut down.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

S. 2845: Billionaires Income Tax Act

The Billionaires Income Tax Act, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to ensure that the wealthiest Americans pay taxes on their increasing wealth just like everyday workers do on their paychecks.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

H.R. 76: Fund and Complete the Border Wall Act

The "Fund and Complete the Border Wall Act" is a proposed law aiming to finish building a barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

H.R. 273: REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025

The REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025, also known as H.R. 273, is a proposed law that aims to reinstate a policy where certain migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border must stay in Mexico while their immigration cases are processed in the U.S. This bill seeks to bring back the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) that were previously halted in 2021.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

H.R. 5405: Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025

The Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025 is designed to keep the government running even when Congress can't agree on a budget.

Jan 19, 20262 min read

H.R. 5130: Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025

The Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025 is a proposed law designed to keep the government running smoothly, even if Congress can't agree on a budget in time.

Jan 19, 20263 min read

H.R. 2988: Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act

The "Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act" is a proposed law aiming to change how retirement savings are invested.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

H.R. 1137: No Kill Switches in Cars Act

Imagine a future where your car decides if you can drive based on its own judgment of your sobriety.

Feb 17, 20262 min read

H.R. 6371: No Robot Bosses Act

Imagine a world where a computer program decides if you get hired or fired without any human input.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

S. 1545: Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act

The Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act is a proposed law aimed at helping communities that face frequent flooding.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

H.R. 5735: Coastal Infrastructure Improvement Act

The Coastal Infrastructure Improvement Act is a proposed law aimed at protecting our coastlines from erosion and flooding.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

H.R. 7008: Stop Insider Trading Act

Imagine if lawmakers were banned from making stock trades that could benefit from insider knowledge.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

S. 3609: Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act

The Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act is a proposed law aimed at helping communities better prepare for and respond to wildfires.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

H.R. 6731: Restore Trust in Government Act

Imagine a world where politicians can't profit from their positions.

Feb 17, 20262 min read

H.R. 4156: Support for Ownership and Investment in Land Act

H.R.4156, known as the "Support for Ownership and Investment in Land Act," seeks to simplify the process for farmers applying for land loans.

Jul 15, 20263 min read

H.R. 841: To amend title 54, United States Code, to prohibit the acquisition of land, water, or an interest in land or water from a private landowner using amounts made available under the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

H.R. 841 is a proposed bill that aims to change how the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is used.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

S. 3526: PUBLIC Lands Act

The PUBLIC Lands Act, known as S.3526, is a piece of legislation aimed at protecting and investing in federal lands in California.

Feb 17, 20263 min read

H.R. 1441: PURE Water Act

The PURE Water Act, officially known as H.R. 1441, is a proposed law aimed at making it more affordable for homeowners to install water filtration systems.

Feb 17, 20262 min read