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in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2411: UNRWA Funding Emergency Restoration Act of 2025

This bill, HR 2411, directs the U.S. government to immediately resume funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) by repealing two prior funding restrictions. It requires the State Department to restart payments to UNRWA under existing authorities and mandates the President to rescind a 2025 executive order ending UNRWA support. The bill affects Palestinian refugees in Gaza, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank who rely on UNRWA for humanitarian aid, as well as U.S. funding mechanisms. It also requires quarterly reports through 2028 on UNRWA’s progress implementing accountability reforms from an independent review led by Catherine Colonna.
André Carson (D) · 79 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2423: Unfair Tax Prevention Act

HR 2423, the Unfair Tax Prevention Act, amends the U.S. tax code to modify how the base erosion tax applies to certain foreign-owned businesses. It directly affects foreign-controlled entities operating under specific foreign tax systems that impose taxes based on ownership chains, such as those linked to foreign corporations. Key provisions include treating these entities as "applicable taxpayers" for tax purposes, changing a deadline from December 31, 2025, to the bill's enactment date, and counting 50% of their cost of goods sold as a tax benefit while excluding certain other tax rules. The changes apply to taxable years beginning after the bill becomes law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies tax code to prevent foreign entities from avoiding base erosion taxes, closing a potential loophole to promote fiscal responsibility.85% confidence
Ron Estes (R) · 24 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2432: Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act

This bill establishes a single "Southwestern Power Administration Fund" within the U.S. Treasury to consolidate all existing funds managed by the Southwestern Power Administration (SPA), a federal agency that markets power from federally owned dams. It combines SPA's receipts, unexpended balances from three specific legacy funds, and certain appropriations into one account. The fund will cover SPA's core operations: maintaining power transmission lines, marketing electricity, building infrastructure, and administrative costs tied to existing laws like the Flood Control Act of 1944. Any excess funds must be transferred back to the Treasury annually. The bill primarily streamlines how SPA manages its finances without creating new policy.
Sam Graves (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2459: Reclaim Trade Powers Act

Reclaim Trade Powers Act This bill repeals the statute that directs the President to take certain actions, such as imposing a tariff of up to 15% for up to 150 days on articles imported into the United States, when necessary to address large and serious U.S. balance-of-payments deficits or certain other situations that present fundamental international payments problems.
Jimmy Panetta (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2398: Rural Veterinary Workforce Act

HR 2398, the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act, amends federal tax law to exempt certain student loan repayment or forgiveness assistance from income tax for veterinarians working in rural areas. It specifically expands existing tax exclusions to include programs under the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act (7 U.S.C. 3151a) and similar state-level programs designed to increase rural veterinary access. This change directly affects veterinarians participating in qualifying loan repayment or forgiveness programs in states prioritizing rural veterinary services. The policy change modifies IRS tax treatment to reduce the financial burden on veterinarians serving underserved rural communities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts rural vet student loan assistance from income tax, providing tax relief for professionals in underserved areas per tax law amendment95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands tax incentives to attract veterinarians to rural areas, directly improving access to veterinary healthcare services in underserved regions.90% confidence
Adrian Smith (R) · 65 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2165: Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025

HR 2165, the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025, amends the Clean Air Act to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from writing future tailpipe emissions regulations that mandate specific vehicle technologies (like electric or hydrogen systems) or limit the availability of new vehicles based on engine type (e.g., gasoline vs. electric). The bill requires the EPA to update its regulations within 24 months to ensure new rules comply with these restrictions. This directly affects the EPA’s regulatory authority and automakers, as it limits how emissions standards can be structured. The law aims to preserve consumer choice in vehicle types by preventing regulations from favoring one engine technology over others.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicles under Clean Air Act, weakening clean energy standards for transportation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents EPA from mandating cleaner vehicle tech (electric/hydrogen) and limits emissions regulations, weakening environmental protections under Clean Air Act.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly blocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicle tech, directly limiting adoption of specific technologies per Clean Air Act amendment.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicle technologies, opposing regulatory shifts toward sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Tim Walberg (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 26, 2025

S 1144: PHIT Act of 2025

The PHIT Act of 2025 (S 1144) allows taxpayers to deduct certain fitness expenses as medical costs on federal income taxes. It covers gym memberships, exercise classes, and fitness equipment (up to $1,000 per person annually, or $2,000 for joint filers), provided the expenses are exclusively for physical activity. Equipment must be used solely for exercise (e.g., athletic shoes worn only for activity), and facilities must meet strict criteria like excluding golf/sailing and complying with anti-discrimination laws. The bill aims to reduce financial barriers to healthy habits by making these costs tax-deductible for eligible taxpayers who itemize deductions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows tax deductions for fitness expenses, providing tax relief to taxpayers under federal income tax rules.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows tax deductions for fitness expenses as medical costs, promoting preventive health and public wellness through IRS policy.85% confidence
John Thune (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 26, 2025

S 1147: Defining Male and Female Act of 2025

This bill defines biological sex for federal law by amending Title 1 of the U.S. Code. It specifies that "female" means a person biologically characterized by egg-producing systems at conception, "male" means sperm-producing systems at conception, and "gender identity" is not recognized as replacing biological sex in federal contexts. The law directly affects all federal agencies, departments, and laws requiring interpretation of terms like "sex," "female," or "male" by mandating these biological definitions. It does not create new programs or funding but changes how federal agencies must interpret existing laws and regulations.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts gender identity recognition in federal contexts, limiting educational access and curriculum inclusivity for transgender and non-binary students in K-12 and higher education settings.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts healthcare access by limiting federal protections for transgender individuals, potentially reducing coverage and services for gender-affirming care.75% confidence
Roger Marshall (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 26, 2025

S 1150: Increased TSP Access Act of 2025

The Increased TSP Access Act of 2025 expands access to conservation technical assistance by creating new certification pathways for third-party providers like agricultural retailers, cooperatives, and professional societies. It allows the Secretary of Agriculture to approve non-Federal entities (e.g., professional organizations or state agencies) to certify these providers, with specific criteria including expertise in conservation planning and experience working with farmers. The bill sets strict timelines for approval (40 business days) and requires approved entities to provide training and continuing education to certified providers. It also establishes fair payment rates for technical services and mandates public reporting on certification numbers, funding, and cost savings.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands conservation technical assistance access for farmers, facilitating environmental protection through enhanced resource conservation planning.90% confidence
Mike Crapo (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 26, 2025

S 1160: LEDGER Act

The LEDGER Act (S 1160) requires the Treasury Department to create a system tracking every federal government disbursement within 180 days of enactment. It mandates that all departments, agencies, and offices across the executive, legislative, and judicial branches report spending details, including the availability period of each funding source. This affects all federal entities that receive or spend government funds by requiring granular tracking of where money comes from and how it’s used. The law aims to improve transparency in federal spending by making expenditure data systematically accessible.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires detailed tracking of federal disbursements to enhance fiscal transparency and accountability, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.85% confidence
Rick Scott (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 26, 2025

HR 2355: Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2025

This bill amends the tax code to allow charitable organizations (501(c)(3) nonprofits) to provide grants for college student housing without losing their tax-exempt status. It specifically permits grants to improve or maintain "collegiate housing property" (where most residents are full-time students at a nearby college) but excludes grants for fitness facilities. The change affects charities seeking to fund student housing infrastructure, clarifying that such grants qualify as charitable under existing tax rules. The policy change applies to grants made after the bill's enactment date.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables tax-qualified grants for student housing infrastructure, directly supporting higher education access and campus living conditions without restricting funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows 501(c)(3) nonprofits to fund student housing infrastructure via tax-exempt grants, directly advancing affordable housing access for college students through charitable funding mechanisms.90% confidence
Blake D. Moore (R) · 24 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 26, 2025

HR 2353: Safer Skies Act of 2025

The Safer Skies Act of 2025 requires specific smaller airlines to adopt enhanced security screening protocols currently used by larger carriers. It mandates that "covered air carrier operations" - defined as airlines operating under certain FAA rules, offering individual seats with public schedules, using planes with more than nine passenger seats, and not using TSA checkpoints - to follow the Aircraft Operator Standard Security Program (49 CFR §1544.101(a)) within 360 days of the bill's enactment. The Transportation Security Administration must revise its rules to enforce this requirement. This directly affects regional and private charter airlines that currently skip TSA checkpoint screening but serve the public with scheduled passenger flights.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates enhanced security protocols for covered airlines, strengthening aviation safety standards within transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 52 co-sponsors
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