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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1892: Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 amends the law governing deposits into the Crime Victims Fund, adding two new sources: funds from declined criminal prosecutions (without conviction) and certain False Claims Act recoveries (from 2025 through 2030). It specifically excludes two types of False Claims Act funds from these deposits: payments to whistleblowers (qui tam plaintiffs) and reimbursements for government fraud damages. This bill directly affects the Crime Victims Fund, which provides support to victims of crime, and adjusts how federal agencies handle False Claims Act cases. The changes aim to modify the fund's funding sources without altering the False Claims Act itself.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAdds funding sources to Crime Victims Fund, directly supporting victim services within criminal justice system by stabilizing resources for victims of crime.90% confidence
Lisa Murkowski (R) · 31 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1889: A bill to repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996.

This bill (S 1889) repeals the expiration date ("sunset") of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, making those sanctions permanent. It directly affects U.S. sanctions policy toward Iran, keeping in place existing penalties for Iran's weapons programs, ballistic missile development, and support for terrorism. The key mechanism is amending Section 13 of the 1996 Act to remove the sunset provision and related language, ensuring the sanctions remain enforceable indefinitely. Congress states this policy is necessary due to Iran's acquisition of weapons and support for proxies threatening U.S. allies.
Tim Scott (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1895: Mental Health Excellence in Schools Act

S 1895, the Mental Health Excellence in Schools Act, creates a federal program to expand school-based mental health services by subsidizing graduate education costs for future school psychologists, counselors, and social workers. It authorizes $20-50 million annually (2026-2030) to cover up to 50% of tuition for students in accredited school-based mental health programs, requiring participating universities to match these funds. The program prioritizes students who received Federal Pell Grants or attended designated institutions under the Higher Education Act. Participating schools must report annually on student demographics, program coverage, and outcomes, with independent evaluations required after four years to assess effectiveness.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSubsidizes tuition for school mental health professionals, funds school-based services, and prioritizes Pell recipients - directly advancing student mental health support in schools.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds graduate education for school mental health professionals, expanding access to services in schools, directly supporting mental health care within healthcare policy.95% confidence
Todd Young (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1897: A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish the Adverse Childhood Experiences Response Team grant program, and for other purposes.

This bill creates a federal grant program to help communities address adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as exposure to trauma or violence, affecting children. It provides $10 million annually (2026-2029) for grants to states, local governments, tribes, and community organizations to establish "Adverse Childhood Experiences Response Teams." These teams would develop protocols for trauma-informed care, build partnerships with mental health providers, integrate law enforcement with crisis services, and train first responders - focusing on preventing harm and improving access to support for affected children. The program directly supports communities working to mitigate trauma impacts through coordinated, cross-system collaboration.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds trauma-informed care teams to address root causes of crime through community partnerships and law enforcement integration, promoting prevention and reform rather than punishment.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds $10M annually for trauma-informed care teams and mental health partnerships, directly advancing mental health services under public health programs.95% confidence
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1877: Improving Disclosure for Investors Act of 2025

This bill requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish rules allowing financial firms (like investment companies, brokers, and advisers) to deliver regulatory documents electronically to investors. Covered entities must provide initial paper copies to investors not using electronic delivery, offer a 180-day transition period, and send annual paper reminders for two years about the option to opt out of electronic delivery. Investors can always choose paper versions, and firms must ensure electronic documents are secure, readable, and reliably delivered. The SEC must finalize these rules within one year of the bill's enactment, with firms permitted to use electronic delivery immediately if the SEC misses the deadline. This changes how investors receive financial disclosures but does not alter the content or timing of required documents.
Thom Tillis (R) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 22, 2025

S 1918: Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025

S 1918, the Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025, creates a new federal tax credit for expenses related to access technology for blind individuals. It allows taxpayers to claim a credit of up to $2,000 per 3-year period for qualified hardware, software, or IT tools that convert visual information into accessible formats for themselves, their spouse, or a blind dependent. The credit amount adjusts annually for inflation starting in 2026 and expires after 2030. This policy directly affects taxpayers who pay for such technology for blind family members, reducing their tax liability for these qualifying expenses.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates federal tax credit for blind individuals' access technology, providing targeted tax relief for a specific group.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tax credits for assistive technology for blind individuals, enhancing educational access and inclusion for students with disabilities in K-12 and higher education settings.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax credit for accessible tech, promoting digital equity for blind individuals through subsidized access to conversion tools and IT solutions.90% confidence
John Boozman (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

SRES 239: A resolution reaffirming the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada and the ties that bind the 2 countries in support of economic and national security.

This resolution (SRES 239) is a symbolic Senate statement reaffirming the U.S.-Canada partnership, emphasizing their deep economic and security ties. It highlights key areas like $1 trillion in annual bilateral trade supporting millions of jobs, shared border security efforts (including fentanyl combat and infrastructure), and energy cooperation (Canada as top U.S. energy supplier). The resolution does not create new laws but formally recognizes this relationship as essential to both nations' security, prosperity, and shared democratic values. It underscores collaboration on supply chains, Arctic security, and defense through existing frameworks like NORAD.
Kevin Cramer (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

SRES 240: A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, pre-K through 12th grade and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.

This resolution (SRES 240) affirms that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are core U.S. values and emphasizes the need to address ongoing discrimination across multiple sectors. It directly affects workplaces, K-12 and higher education systems, healthcare, housing, government programs, and the military by citing data on persistent inequities - such as racial disparities in housing discrimination, wage gaps, and underrepresentation in leadership. The resolution does not create new laws but encourages federal, state, and local entities to adopt inclusive policies and remove barriers to opportunity. It references evidence from agencies like the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to support its focus on systemic discrimination. The Senate calls for promoting environments where all individuals can achieve their full potential.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly affirms DEI as core values and emphasizes addressing discrimination in K-12 and higher education systems per summary.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExplicitly addresses workplace discrimination, wage gaps, and underrepresentation in leadership, affirming DEIA as core values to advance labor equity.90% confidence
Mazie K. Hirono (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

S 1840: Retirement Investment in Small Employers Act

This bill creates a new tax credit to help small businesses set up retirement plans. It increases the credit from 50% to 100% of costs (up to $2,500) for employers with 10 or fewer workers who establish a qualifying retirement plan. The credit applies to plans that accept matching contributions under existing rules. The changes take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit for small businesses to establish retirement plans, providing direct tax relief to qualifying employers.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands retirement benefits for small business workers by increasing tax credits for employer-sponsored plans, strengthening employee benefits and financial security.85% confidence
Margaret Wood Hassan (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

S 1836: SMART Prices Act

The SMART Prices Act (S 1836) changes how Medicare negotiates drug prices. It increases the number of drugs eligible for negotiation from 15 to 50 per year starting in 2028, shortens the time drugs must be the sole source for eligibility from 7 to 3 years, and adjusts price ceiling percentages for negotiated drugs (e.g., raising the maximum fair price from 75% to 76% for some drugs). These changes directly affect Medicare Part D beneficiaries and pharmaceutical companies by altering the negotiation process and pricing caps. The bill modifies existing Medicare drug pricing rules without creating new programs, applying to initial price negotiations beginning in 2028.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicare drug negotiation eligibility and lowers price ceilings, directly improving affordability and access for Part D beneficiaries.95% confidence
Amy Klobuchar (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

S 1593: Small Business Liberation Act

S 1593, the Small Business Liberation Act, exempts small business concerns from import duties imposed under Executive Order 14257 (related to national emergencies). This applies to goods imported by or for small businesses defined by the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). The bill directly affects small businesses importing goods during declared national emergencies by removing a specific tariff burden. It provides a concrete policy change by excluding qualifying small businesses from duties that would otherwise apply to their imports under the emergency order. The exemption is limited to duties from this specific executive order, not broader tariff policies.
Edward J. Markey (D) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 21, 2025

S 1543: Veterans Opportunity Act of 2025

This bill creates a new Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to consolidate and manage specific benefit programs. It directly affects veterans and their families by centralizing services like vocational rehabilitation, education assistance, housing loans, and transition support under one administration. Key mechanisms include establishing a new Under Secretary position (requiring expertise in program management and IT) and mandating a 180-day report to Congress on implementation progress, with strict certification requirements before transferring services to ensure no negative impact on veterans. The bill also includes provisions to maintain current VA budget levels and employee numbers during the transition.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes new administration managing veterans' housing loans, directly funding a housing program for veterans, aligning with 'funds housing programs' indicator.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates centralized VA administration to consolidate veterans' benefits (vocational rehab, education, housing) improving service access and management.95% confidence
Jim Banks (R) · 4 co-sponsors
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