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in committee · Delaware · Senate Feb 4, 2025

S 398: NO BAN Act

The NO BAN Act (S.398) amends U.S. immigration law to prohibit discrimination based on national origin, religion, or other protected categories when processing nonimmigrant visas or immigration benefits. It explicitly bans entry restrictions that target specific nationalities or religions, requiring the President to justify any such restrictions with specific evidence, narrow tailoring, and congressional notification under Section 212(f). The bill mandates detailed public reporting on visa denials, waivers, and refugee admissions for affected countries, and requires ongoing 30-day updates if entry restrictions are implemented. This directly affects nonimmigrant visa applicants, refugees, and commercial airlines subject to enforcement provisions.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBans nationality/religion-based visa restrictions, prohibits discriminatory entry bans, directly protects immigrant rights under federal immigration law.95% confidence
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 930: Stop the Wait Act of 2025

Stop the Wait Act of 2025 This bill phases out the initial waiting period for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and eliminates the waiting period for certain disabled individuals to become eligible for Medicare.  Under current law, individuals generally must wait five months after the onset of disability to begin receiving SSDI benefits. The bill would gradually reduce this waiting period before eliminating it entirely in the year 2030.  Further, the bill would eliminate the 24-month waiting period for certain disabled workers and other individuals to become eligible for Medicare. Under current law, individuals under the age of 65 may generally enroll in Medicare after they have been eligible for SSDI or Social Security child’s, widow’s, or widower’s benefits by reason of disability for 24 months. The bill would eliminate this waiting period for individuals for whom the annual cost of certain medical insurance would exceed a specified percentage of their household income (i.e., those who cannot afford minimum essential coverage). Medicare eligibility for these individuals must be available retroactively to the first month that an individual qualified for SSDI or Social Security child’s, widow’s, or widower’s benefits by reason of disability.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEliminates waiting periods for Medicare eligibility, expanding healthcare access for disabled individuals by removing barriers to timely coverage.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill eliminates waiting periods for SSDI and Medicare eligibility, expanding critical benefits for disabled workers. Directly supports employment-related safety net by accelerating access to income and healthcare.95% confidence
Lloyd Doggett (D) · 88 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 942: Banning SPR Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act

HR 942, the "Banning SPR Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act," prohibits the export of petroleum products drawn from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China, North Korea, Russia, Iran, and any entity owned or controlled by these countries or the Chinese Communist Party. The Secretary of Energy may grant a waiver for such exports if certified as serving U.S. national security interests, but must issue implementing rules within 60 days of enactment. This policy directly affects U.S. energy exports and entities seeking to purchase SPR oil from the listed adversaries.
Chrissy Houlahan (D) · 37 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 929: Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act

This bill reauthorizes the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, extending mental health support programs for healthcare professionals through 2030 (previously ending in 2024). It requires funded programs to specifically address reducing administrative burdens on healthcare workers while continuing to promote access to mental health and substance use disorder services. The legislation directly affects healthcare providers across the U.S. who may access these federally supported resources. Key provisions include extending funding periods and mandating that grant recipients focus on easing workplace administrative tasks, alongside maintaining existing awareness initiatives. The bill does not create new programs but continues and refines existing mental health support for the healthcare workforce.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReauthorizes mental health support for healthcare providers through 2030, extends funding, and mandates reduced administrative burdens while promoting access to mental health services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill extends mental health support for healthcare workers, specifically reducing administrative burdens and promoting workplace well-being, directly advancing labor/employment standards for providers.90% confidence
Debbie Dingell (D) · 85 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 944: Access to Counsel Act

HR 944, the Access to Counsel Act, requires U.S. immigration officials to provide certain immigrants a meaningful opportunity to consult with legal counsel during key immigration processes. It directly affects U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents returning from travel, visa holders, refugees, asylees, and parolees subject to secondary or deferred inspection at ports of entry. The bill mandates that officials ensure access to counsel (including via phone) within one hour of inspection starting, allow counsel to present evidence, and accommodate in-person meetings when possible. It also requires officials to provide counsel access before accepting Form I-407 abandonment forms from lawful permanent residents, unless waived in writing. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment and preserves existing rights to counsel under other immigration laws.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances access to legal counsel for immigrants, protecting civil rights and improving due process in immigration proceedings, which aligns with criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates access to legal counsel during immigration processes, protecting immigrant rights and providing essential services. Explicitly advances protections for vulnerable groups like refugees and asylees.95% confidence
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 73 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 960: Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act

This bill is procedural and modifies a tariff classification note. It amends U.S. Note 2 to Chapter 62 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule by removing the second sentence regarding water-resistant garment requirements. The bill does not create new regulations or directly affect consumers, manufacturers, or PFAS chemicals. Its sole purpose is to adjust the wording in the tariff schedule for administrative clarity. (1 sentence as it is procedural)
Chellie Pingree (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Feb 3, 2025

SRES 51: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.

SRES 51 is a symbolic Senate resolution expressing that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is essential for advancing U.S. national security. It states USAID helps mitigate foreign threats before they reach U.S. shores, promotes global stability, addresses the root causes of migration and extremism, and counters China's influence. The resolution does not change laws or funding - it only affirms the Senate’s view on USAID’s role. It was introduced by 38 Senators and refers to existing laws requiring congressional input for USAID changes.
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 43 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Feb 1, 2025

HR 897: Aviation-Impacted Communities Act

HR 897, the Aviation-Impacted Communities Act, makes communities located near airports but outside the current FAA noise standard (65 DNL) eligible for noise mitigation funding and establishes a process for these communities to formally seek designation. It requires the FAA to partner with the National Academy of Sciences to study aviation impacts at major airports, develop a diagnostic tool for community assessments, and create community boards to represent residents. These boards can request assessments, collaborate on action plans to address noise or emissions, and access grants for solutions like sound insulation, air filtration, or flight path changes. The bill authorizes $750 million for noise mitigation funding over 10 years, targeting residential areas, schools, hospitals, and other facilities affected by aircraft noise and emissions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes funding mechanism for noise mitigation in aviation-impacted communities, requiring FAA to allocate resources for studies, diagnostic tools, and community boards.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates noise mitigation funding for communities affected by aviation noise, addressing a form of environmental pollution through FAA studies and community boards.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funding for noise mitigation near airports (aviation infrastructure), directly addressing transportation infrastructure impacts per FAA standards.90% confidence
Adam Smith (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Jan 31, 2025

HR 869: Keep Our PACT Act

HR 869, the Keep Our PACT Act, mandates specific annual funding levels for two key education programs: Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). For Title I, it requires funding in fiscal years 2026-2035 that equals the difference between the 2025 funding level and set annual dollar targets (e.g., $20.5 billion for 2026). For IDEA, it sets mandatory annual funding levels that gradually increase to reach 40% of the national average per-pupil expenditure for students with disabilities by 2035. The bill directly affects public school districts and students, particularly those with disabilities, by guaranteeing these funding levels rather than relying on annual appropriations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates increased annual funding for Title I and IDEA education programs, directly advancing public education spending as required by law.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates increased annual funding for Title I and IDEA programs with specific dollar targets, including gradual increases to reach 40% IDEA funding, directly advancing education funding.95% confidence
Susie Lee (D) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Jan 31, 2025

HR 879: Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025

Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 This bill increases certain payment adjustments under the Medicare physician fee schedule for services furnished between April 1, 2025, and January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicare physician payments to stabilize practices and improve patient access, directly strengthening healthcare funding and access for Medicare beneficiaries.95% confidence
Gregory F. Murphy (R) · 198 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 339: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests.

Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act This bill allows, beginning in 2028, for Medicare coverage and payment for multi-cancer early detection screening tests that are approved by the Food and Drug Administration and that are used to screen for cancer across many cancer types, if the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services determines such coverage is appropriate. Coverage is limited to those under a certain age (age 68 in 2028, increased by one year every year thereafter) and to one test every 11 months.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicare coverage for multi-cancer screening tests, increasing patient access to early detection services under FDA approval.95% confidence
Mike Crapo (R) · 68 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 343: Keep Our PACT Act

This bill mandates increased federal funding for two key education programs. It requires annual appropriations for Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (which supports schools serving disadvantaged students) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, which funds special education) starting in 2026. The bill sets specific, rising annual funding levels - based on a 2025 baseline and national per-student spending - to gradually reach 40% of the national average per-pupil expenditure for IDEA by 2035. These funds directly affect school districts receiving Title I support and those providing special education services under IDEA. The funding is made mandatory, not discretionary, ensuring consistent annual support for these programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates increased annual appropriations for education programs, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates increased federal funding for Title I and IDEA programs, requiring annual appropriations with rising levels starting 2026 to support disadvantaged students and special education.95% confidence
Chris Van Hollen (D) · 24 co-sponsors
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