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in committee · Kansas · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5486: Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2025

The Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2025 requires U.S. colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to create and distribute clear anti-harassment policies covering harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, or religion. These policies must explicitly prohibit harassment in all settings - including online, on campus, off-campus housing, and during school-sponsored activities - and outline reporting procedures and support services for victims. The bill also establishes a $50 million annual grant program to fund schools developing prevention programs, victim support services, or staff/student training on recognizing and addressing harassment. Grants are competitive, require annual reporting on effectiveness, and must be used to improve existing efforts without replacing existing civil rights laws like Title IX.
Mark Pocan (D) · 170 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5461: Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes federal funding for diabetes programs targeting Type 1 diabetes. It extends annual funding of $160 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, continuing existing support for research, treatment, and prevention initiatives. The funds remain available until expended, directly supporting programs serving people with Type 1 diabetes and the organizations delivering these services. The bill makes no changes to program eligibility or structure, only extending current funding levels.
Diana DeGette (D) · 49 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Sep 17, 2025

SJRES 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.

This bill designates a National Day of Remembrance for 13 U.S. service members who died in the Abbey Gate bombing at Kabul's airport on August 26, 2021. It also expresses the nation's deepest condolences to their families and commemorates their service during the Afghanistan withdrawal. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or funding impact but formally honors these individuals' sacrifice through a designated day of remembrance.
Markwayne Mullin (R) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 17, 2025

HRES 729: Expressing support for and honoring September 17, 2025, as "Constitution Day".

HRES 729 is a symbolic resolution designating September 17, 2025, as "Constitution Day" to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution's signing (September 17, 1787). It does not create new laws or affect any specific group; instead, it urges the American public to observe the day with ceremonies and activities. The resolution emphasizes the Constitution's historical significance and its role in establishing American democracy. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding effect on policy or governance.
Robert B. Aderholt (R) · 50 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Sep 17, 2025

S 2834: Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act

This bill establishes a 6-year Medicare pilot program to provide medically tailored home-delivered meals to high-risk Medicare beneficiaries after hospital discharge. It requires selected hospitals (40 total, meeting quality ratings and program integrity standards) to screen eligible patients with diet-impacted conditions (like diabetes or heart failure), provide 2 tailored meals daily for 12+ weeks, and offer medical nutrition therapy. The program aims to improve health outcomes and reduce readmissions by covering costs without patient copays, using existing Medicare funding with budget-neutral adjustments to hospital payments. Hospitals must submit data on health outcomes and costs for evaluation by Medicare.
Cory A. Booker (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Sep 17, 2025

S 2842: Stop CMV Act of 2025

This bill requires hospitals to screen all infants under 21 days old for congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common viral infection that can cause hearing loss and developmental delays. It directs state health officials to establish screening standards and procedures, with the federal Advisory Committee stepping in if states fail to act within two years of the law's enactment. The bill authorizes funding through the Health Resources and Services Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and National Institutes of Health to support state screening programs, data systems, healthcare provider training, and research on CMV screening and treatments. These provisions directly affect newborns in hospitals, healthcare providers administering tests, and state public health agencies implementing the screening requirements.
Richard Blumenthal (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Sep 17, 2025

S 2853: VA Extenders Act of 2025

The VA Extenders Act of 2025 extends the expiration dates of multiple existing veterans' programs and authorities from 2025 to 2026. It covers healthcare services (like copayment collections and nursing home care), benefits (including educational assistance and disability examinations), housing support (for homeless veterans and adapted housing), and administrative operations (such as Inspector General authority). These extensions ensure continuity for veterans relying on these services and allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to maintain current program operations without interruption. The bill does not create new programs but preserves existing provisions through 2026.
Jerry Moran (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5428: Medical Student Education Authorization Act of 2025

HR 5428 creates a federal grant program to support medical education for students planning to work in underserved areas. It provides $75 million annually (2026-2028) to accredited public medical schools in states with severe primary care physician shortages, prioritizing schools in states with multiple Indian Tribes and partnerships with tribal organizations or health centers. Grantees must use funds for community-based training, developing primary care programs emphasizing Tribal/rural underserved communities, faculty development, scholarships, and tracking graduates' practice locations. The bill directly affects medical schools and future physicians committed to serving Tribal, rural, or medically underserved communities after residency.
Tom Cole (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5441: Fusion Advanced Manufacturing Parity Act

HR 5441, the Fusion Advanced Manufacturing Parity Act, provides a 25% tax credit for manufacturers selling specialized fusion energy components. It directly affects companies producing items like high-temperature superconducting magnets, vacuum vessels, cooling systems, and fusion targets used in fusion energy machines. The credit phases out gradually - 75% in 2032, 50% in 2033, 25% in 2034, and ends after 2034 - and applies to components produced and sold after December 31, 2025. The bill defines these components through detailed technical specifications to clarify eligible products.
Carol D. Miller (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5434: 988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025

This bill requires the 988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline to establish a dedicated "Press 3" option (via IVR) for LGBTQ+ youth seeking crisis support, directly affecting LGBTQ+ youth who face a four times higher suicide risk than peers. It mandates that at least 9% of funds allocated for the lifeline's services be reserved specifically for these specialized LGBTQ+ youth services. The bill amends existing law to formalize this dedicated resource, building on current services that handled over 1.5 million contacts from LGBTQ+ youth in 2025. This creates a concrete policy change for accessing tailored crisis support without altering other lifeline operations.
Raja Krishnamoorthi (D) · 174 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5343: Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act

This bill ensures Medicare coverage for new medical devices designated as "breakthrough devices" during a 4-year period after FDA approval. To qualify, devices must meet specific criteria, including FDA priority review, clinical data from Medicare beneficiaries, and a safety review showing benefits outweigh risks. Medicare must finalize coverage decisions within 6 months of manufacturer applications and before the 4-year period ends. The law appropriates $10 million annually (2025-2030) for Medicare to administer this process.
Blake D. Moore (R) · 65 co-sponsors
passed · Kansas · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SRES 391: A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

SRES 391 is a symbolic Senate resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative campus advocate and founder of Turning Point USA, who was killed on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University. The resolution expresses the Senate’s strongest condemnation of the killing, extends condolences to his family (including his wife Erika and two children), and honors his work promoting civil discourse on college campuses. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect any individuals through legislative action.
Mike Lee (R) · 54 co-sponsors
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