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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Aug 1, 2025

S 2302: Access to Birth Control Act

The Access to Birth Control Act (S 2302) requires pharmacies to provide contraception without delay when available and to help customers obtain it if out of stock - either by referring to another pharmacy or expediting an order. It prohibits pharmacies from intimidating customers, misrepresenting availability, breaching confidentiality, or refusing to return valid prescriptions for contraception. Exceptions allow pharmacists to decline service only if a prescription is missing, the customer cannot pay, or they use professional clinical judgment. Violations may result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day or private lawsuits by affected individuals.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates pharmacy access to contraception, protects patient rights, prevents refusal - directly expands healthcare access per topic description.90% confidence
Cory A. Booker (D) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025

This bill adjusts health insurance subsidies by modifying the premium tax credit structure under the Internal Revenue Code. It replaces previous income thresholds with a sliding-scale formula, increasing subsidies for households earning between 150% and 400% of the federal poverty level - reducing their required premium payments as income rises within these tiers. The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, directly affecting middle-income individuals and families purchasing coverage through health insurance marketplaces. It also repeals specific provisions from a prior reconciliation law related to health care.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credits for 150-400% FPL households, lowering health insurance costs via sliding-scale subsidies under tax code.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases subsidies for 150-400% FPL households, lowering premiums and expanding coverage access for middle-income families under health insurance tax credits.95% confidence
Adam Gray (D) · 141 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4832: Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025

The Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the U.S. biobased products industry by increasing federal procurement of products made from renewable agricultural resources like corn and soybeans. It establishes new definitions for biobased terms, creates a Biobased Task Force within the Department of Agriculture to coordinate research and promotion, and requires federal agencies to update procurement systems to identify biobased products and train staff on their purchase. The bill mandates annual reporting on procurement progress, creates a labeling system for biobased products, and requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct public education on biobased products. This legislation directly affects farmers, biobased manufacturers, and federal procurement agencies, with the goal of supporting rural economic development.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes renewable agricultural resources (corn/soybeans) for biobased products, aligning with renewable energy development through federal procurement mandates.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes renewable agricultural resources (corn/soybeans) for biobased products, aligning with conservation and sustainable resource use per bill summary.85% confidence
Mark Alford (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4864: Ethanol for America Act of 2025

This bill requires the EPA to finalize a rule about E15 fuel (15% ethanol blend) labeling and underground storage tank compatibility within 90 days of enactment. It directly affects fuel retailers and underground storage tank owners by mandating that existing tanks are automatically deemed compliant with E15 without needing documentation, and that tanks manufactured after July 2005 or certain fiberglass piping are considered compatible. The bill also requires new tank components installed after the rule's effective date to be compatible with up to 100% ethanol, regardless of current fuel types. These provisions aim to simplify compliance for fuel retailers while expanding flexibility for future fuel blends.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes E15 ethanol blend (renewable fuel) by mandating EPA rules and removing tank compliance barriers, advancing renewable energy adoption in transportation fuel infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFacilitates E15 (15% ethanol) fuel use, promoting renewable biofuel adoption as part of clean energy transition, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates EPA rules for E15 fuel compatibility, promoting renewable fuel adoption in vehicle regulations under transportation infrastructure.85% confidence
Adrian Smith (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · House Aug 1, 2025

HR 4863: Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025

HR 4863, the Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025, provides lump sum catch-up payments to victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and 1996 Khobar Towers bombing who were previously denied compensation due to confusing Department of Justice guidance. The bill requires the Special Master to authorize these payments to individuals who relied on outdated guidance stating they could not apply for lump sum payments if already eligible for regular distributions. Victims can prove their reliance through documentation, sworn statements, or other methods approved by the Special Master. Payments will be made from a reserve fund or the main compensation fund, ensuring those who were wrongly excluded can now receive full compensation they were entitled to under the law.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides lump sum payments to veterans denied compensation for military bombings, restoring benefits they were wrongly denied.95% confidence
Pete Sessions (R) · 46 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2638: Energy Efficiency for Affordable Housing Act

This bill increases tax credits for affordable housing developers who improve energy efficiency in existing buildings. It adds a 30% credit boost (to 130% of rehabilitation costs) for buildings meeting specific energy standards, either by adopting a government-determined advanced construction standard or using a certified retrofit plan that reduces energy use by 50% or more. Buildings in high-cost areas qualify for an additional 30% boost (to 160% of costs) if they meet these standards. The changes apply to housing credit allocations after December 31, 2025, with specific rules for bond-financed projects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credits for affordable housing developers meeting energy standards, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility through targeted incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill increases tax credits for energy efficiency retrofits in affordable housing, directly promoting reduced energy use and meeting efficiency standards per its summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes 50%+ energy reduction in housing via tax credits, directly reducing emissions and promoting efficiency per its energy standards requirements.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases tax credits for affordable housing developers meeting energy standards, directly funding housing development and affordability through enhanced financial incentives.95% confidence
Amy Klobuchar (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2613: Warehouse Worker Protection Act

The Warehouse Worker Protection Act creates new requirements for employers in specific warehouse facilities (defined by industry codes including 493, 423, 424, 454110, and 492110) that use performance quotas. It requires employers to provide written descriptions of quotas and workplace surveillance practices to workers, prohibits quotas that interfere with breaks, safety compliance, or discrimination protections, and gives workers the right to access their performance data. The bill mandates 15-minute paid rest breaks every 4 hours and establishes protections against retaliation for workers who exercise these new rights. Enforcement will be handled by the Department of Labor's new Fairness and Transparency Office and the Federal Trade Commission, with civil penalties for violations. This bill directly affects warehouse workers and employers in the warehousing, distribution, and delivery sectors.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits quotas interfering with breaks/safety, mandates transparency on surveillance, and grants workers access to performance data - directly protecting labor rights in warehouse settings.95% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2589: Expanding the VOTE Act

S 2589, the Expanding the VOTE Act, strengthens language access in elections by updating the Voting Rights Act. It clarifies that "voting materials" include digital and printed content (like ballots and instructions) and requires states to provide these in minority languages when populations meet specific thresholds. The bill adds new notice requirements for states near language access thresholds and creates grants to help jurisdictions provide materials for languages not currently covered under Section 203, while establishing special provisions for American Indian and Alaska Native languages. It also directs a study on lowering language minority thresholds and expanding covered languages. This directly affects states, localities, and language minority communities participating in federal elections.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly requires digital voting materials (ballots/instructions) in minority languages, promoting digital equity and access for non-English speakers via technology.95% confidence
Alex Padilla (D) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2614: Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act

The Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act creates a new Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers (CPI-E) to determine Social Security cost-of-living increases, replacing the current index that tracks general inflation. It changes how benefits are calculated for income above the Social Security contribution base after 2025, with a declining percentage (starting at 86% in 2026 and decreasing to 0% by 2031) of that income counting toward benefits. The bill also establishes a new formula for calculating benefits based on "surplus earnings" for individuals reaching retirement age after 2025. These changes will primarily affect high-income workers and retirees, but any benefit increases from these changes won't impact eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reduces Social Security benefits for higher earners by phasing out income above contribution base, decreasing government spending on the program.90% confidence
Mazie K. Hirono (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2621: A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize support for State-based maternal mortality review committees, to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives, and for other purposes.

This bill reauthorizes funding for state-level maternal mortality review committees, which analyze pregnancy-related deaths to identify preventable causes. It requires the Health and Human Services Secretary to share annual best practices for preventing maternal mortality with hospitals, medical societies, and maternity care groups. The bill increases annual funding for these programs from $58 million to $100 million, extending support through fiscal years 2026-2030. These changes directly affect state health agencies, hospitals, and medical professionals working on maternal health. The focus is on improving death record accuracy and implementing proven prevention strategies.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases federal funding for maternal mortality programs from $58M to $100M annually, directly advancing public health budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases maternal mortality prevention funding from $58M to $100M annually, mandates best practices dissemination to hospitals and medical groups.95% confidence
Shelley Moore Capito (R) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2588: Sustaining Our Democracy Act

The Sustaining Our Democracy Act establishes a federal program to provide funding to states for election-related activities. The Democracy Advancement and Innovation Program allocates funds to states for improving election administration, recruiting and protecting election workers, and increasing voting access for underserved communities including racial minorities, individuals with disabilities, and voters in Indian lands. States must submit approved plans detailing how funds will be used before receiving payments, and the bill prohibits using funds for activities that could diminish voter participation. The legislation creates an Office of Democracy Advancement and Innovation to administer the program and establishes a $2.5 billion annual Trust Fund for fiscal years 2026-2035 to support these election-related activities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates federal funds to states for election administration and voting access, directly advancing government spending on essential election services.95% confidence
Alex Padilla (D) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2596: Saving the Forest Service's Workforce Act

S 2596, the "Saving the Forest Service's Workforce Act," prohibits the Forest Service from initiating layoffs or involuntary separations of most employees until after full-year funding for fiscal year 2026 is secured. It directly affects Forest Service employees in the competitive service, excepted service career roles, and Senior Executive Service positions by blocking most workforce reductions. The bill’s key provision creates a moratorium on layoffs, allowing separations only for cause (like misconduct or poor performance) under existing personnel laws. This applies until Congress passes the full 2026 budget, preventing potential workforce cuts during budget negotiations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents layoffs by requiring full funding for FY2026, protecting existing government spending on Forest Service workforce without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents layoffs for Forest Service employees, protecting job security and employment standards per bill's moratorium on workforce reductions.90% confidence
Martin Heinrich (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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