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in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 882: Patients Before Middlemen Act

The Patients Before Middlemen Act (S 882) improves pharmacy access for Medicare beneficiaries by requiring prescription drug plans to allow any pharmacy meeting standard contract terms to join their networks. It establishes "essential retail pharmacies" in medically underserved areas or regions with limited pharmacy access (such as rural areas with no other pharmacies within 10 miles), and creates standards for reasonable and relevant contract terms between drug plans and pharmacies. The bill also increases transparency requirements for pharmacy benefit managers, mandating detailed annual reports on drug costs, rebates, and pricing practices, with many provisions taking effect for plan years beginning January 1, 2028.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicare pharmacy access by requiring plan networks to include qualified pharmacies and designating essential retail pharmacies in underserved areas, directly improving patient access to prescription drugs.95% confidence
Marsha Blackburn (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 884: ATF Transparency Act

This bill (S 884) requires the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to provide firearm buyers with denial reasons and appeal rights if a background check (NICS) blocks a transfer. It mandates that ATF must make a decision on transfer applications within 3 business days, automatically approving the transfer if they miss the deadline. Buyers who successfully appeal a denial can receive reimbursement for reasonable attorney fees. The bill also requires reports on unresolved background checks and a formal agreement between ATF and the FBI to improve NICS processing. (Based on Sections 2, 3, and 4 of the bill text.)
James E. Risch (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 885: Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2025

S 885 establishes a permanent program to preserve rural affordable housing by protecting low-income residents in properties financed under USDA rural housing loans (sections 514, 515, or 516). It requires annual notices to owners about maturing loans and to tenants about housing security options, including rental assistance renewal for up to 20 years. Key mechanisms include adjusting loan terms (reducing interest or deferring payments), requiring binding agreements to maintain affordability, and providing technical assistance to prevent loss of housing. The bill directly affects rural low-income tenants, farm laborers, and property owners, with $200 million annually authorized for 2026-2030 to support these efforts.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPreserves rural affordable housing via USDA loan protections, tenant notices, rental assistance renewal, and binding affordability agreements.95% confidence
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Kansas · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 890: Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2025

The Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2025 aims to improve the Housing Choice Voucher program by increasing landlord participation, particularly in high-opportunity neighborhoods (census tracts with poverty rates below 20%). It authorizes one-time payments to landlords (up to 200% of monthly housing assistance), security deposit payments to reduce tenant barriers, and bonuses for public housing agencies that employ dedicated landlord liaisons. The bill establishes a $100 million annual fund (2025-2029) to support these initiatives through the Herschel Lashkowitz Housing Partnership Fund. This legislation directly affects low-income families using vouchers, landlords who participate in the program, and public housing agencies administering the program.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes $100 million annual fund to expand housing vouchers, directly increasing state funding for affordable housing programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases landlord participation in affordable housing, reduces tenant barriers with security deposits, and funds program improvements via $100M annual fund.95% confidence
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 6, 2025

HR 1956: BAH Restoration Act

This bill amends the calculation method for the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for uniformed service members living off-base in the United States. It requires the Secretary of Defense to set BAH amounts based directly on the actual monthly cost of adequate housing in each area, matching the member's pay grade and dependency status. This change ensures BAH rates more accurately reflect local housing expenses rather than using a previous formula. The bill directly affects all service members receiving BAH for off-base housing across the U.S., particularly those in high-cost areas where current rates may not cover actual rent.
Marilyn Strickland (D) · 37 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 6, 2025

HR 1909: Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 1909 reauthorizes federal funding and updates programs to reduce maternal deaths. It requires maternal mortality review committees to include obstetricians/gynecologists and improves death certificate reporting by coordinating with death certifiers. The bill mandates the CDC to share annual best practices for preventing maternal mortality with hospitals, state health groups, and perinatal programs. It also increases annual funding from $58 million to $100 million for these initiatives, covering fiscal years 2025 through 2029. The law directly affects hospitals, state health agencies, and maternal health programs receiving these federal funds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases maternal health funding from $58M to $100M annually for prevention programs95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases maternal health funding from $58M to $100M, mandates CDC best practices sharing, and requires OB/GYN inclusion in mortality reviews to reduce deaths.95% confidence
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 6, 2025

HR 1954: Do No Harm Act

HR 1954, the "Do No Harm Act," amends the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) to clarify that RFRA does not override specific federal laws protecting against harm. It explicitly exempts provisions related to anti-discrimination (like the Civil Rights Act), workplace protections (wages, leave, collective activity), child safety, and healthcare access from RFRA's requirements. The bill ensures RFRA cannot be used to challenge government programs or contracts that provide these essential protections. It also clarifies that RFRA applies only to disputes involving government as a party, not private disputes between individuals. This change preserves existing legal safeguards while modifying RFRA's scope.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects healthcare access from religious exemptions, preventing restrictions on medical services and patient rights under RFRA.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExempts workplace protections (wages, leave, collective activity) from RFRA challenges, preventing religious exemptions from undermining labor laws.95% confidence
Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D) · 123 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 6, 2025

HR 1896: Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to update the definition of fossil fuel, explicitly including "fuel for ocean-going vessels" alongside home heating oil and jet fuel. It directly affects the shipping industry by requiring the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to issue regulations within one year of enactment to implement this updated definition. The key mechanism is changing the statutory definition to ensure ocean vessel fuels are covered under existing fossil fuel regulations, potentially influencing future clean fuel standards for ships. The EPA must also submit a report to Congress on implementation within one year of finalizing these regulations.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAmends Clean Air Act to include ocean vessel fuels under fossil fuel regulations, requiring EPA to implement controls within 1 year, advancing pollution reduction for a major unregulated sector.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill updates Clean Air Act to include ocean vessel fuels under fossil fuel regulations, requiring EPA to implement cleaner fuel standards for shipping industry, promoting sustainable transportation.90% confidence
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1886: Affordable College Textbook Act

HR 1886, the Affordable College Textbook Act, creates a federal grant program to help colleges develop and adopt free digital textbooks (open educational resources), directly reducing costs for students. It requires colleges to publicly disclose textbook prices and indicate if materials are open textbooks on course schedules, while mandating accessibility standards for digital resources. The bill funds faculty training, quality reviews, and research on open textbook effectiveness, with grants prioritizing projects that maximize student savings and expand adoption across institutions. It aims to lower textbook costs - averaging $1,290 annually per student - by incentivizing the creation of freely accessible, high-quality digital course materials.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates federal grants for free digital textbooks, reduces student costs, mandates price transparency, and funds faculty training - directly advancing educational access and affordability.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds digital textbook development, mandates accessibility standards, and promotes open educational resources - directly advancing digital equity and technology adoption in education.90% confidence
Joe Neguse (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1873: Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act

HR 1873, the Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act, excludes certain federal broadband grants from taxable income for recipients. It directly affects entities (like internet providers or local governments) receiving qualifying grants under specific programs, including the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program and State Digital Equity Capacity Grants established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The bill prevents double tax benefits by disallowing deductions for expenses covered by these excluded grants and reduces the adjusted basis of related property. This change applies to grants received in taxable years ending after March 11, 2023.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes federal broadband grants from taxable income, providing tax relief to recipients and preventing double taxation on public infrastructure funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables tax-free broadband grants for entities supporting digital equity programs, directly enhancing educational access and infrastructure for schools under Infrastructure Act provisions.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExcludes broadband grants from taxable income, reducing financial barriers for providers and local governments deploying infrastructure, directly expanding internet access.90% confidence
Mike Kelly (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1882: Saving Gig Economy Taxpayers Act

This bill modifies tax reporting rules for gig economy platforms (like Uber or DoorDash) by reinstating a pre-American Rescue Plan threshold. It requires third-party payment platforms to report income to the IRS only if a gig worker earns over $20,000 in a year or completes more than 200 transactions. This directly affects low-earning gig workers who would no longer receive tax forms for smaller earnings. The change simplifies reporting for platforms and reduces administrative burden on workers with minimal income from these platforms.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces tax reporting burden for low-earning gig workers, simplifying compliance without altering tax rates or liability.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill raises income threshold for tax reporting, excluding low-earning gig workers from receiving tax forms, limiting their ability to document income for benefits.90% confidence
Carol D. Miller (R) · 31 co-sponsors
in committee · Kansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 14: John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025

This bill strengthens the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by clarifying how to prove voting discrimination and expanding requirements for preclearance of voting changes. It establishes new standards for determining when voting practices dilute minority voting strength or deny/abridge voting rights, requiring plaintiffs to show specific conditions for vote dilution claims and including factors like historical discrimination and racial polarization in court analyses. The bill modifies the criteria for determining which states and political subdivisions must seek preclearance for voting changes, and adds new transparency requirements for jurisdictions to publicly disclose changes to voting qualifications, polling locations, and election districts. It directly affects states and local governments that implement voting policies, particularly those with a history of voting rights violations or that make changes to voting qualifications, procedures, or district boundaries. The bill aims to prevent discriminatory voting practices by providing clearer standards for courts and requiring greater transparency in voting rule changes.
Terri A. Sewell (D) · 220 co-sponsors
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