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in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5206: Empowering Striking Workers Act of 2025

The Empowering Striking Workers Act of 2025 would expand unemployment insurance eligibility to workers unable to work due to labor disputes, including strikes or lockouts. It sets a 14-day waiting period (or earlier if replacements are hired, a lockout starts, or the dispute ends) before benefits begin, treating these workers as "unemployed" under federal law. The bill also removes the standard requirement for these workers to actively seek other employment to qualify for benefits. This directly affects workers involved in labor disputes, such as those on strike or unable to work due to employer lockouts.
Donald Norcross (D) · 52 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5191: To direct the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering to issue guidance for private entities on demonstrating how biobased products meet Department of Defense requirements, and for other purposes.

HR 5191 requires the Defense Department to create clear guidelines within one year for private companies to prove their biobased products (made using living organisms, like biofuels or biodegradable materials) meet military requirements. This directly affects companies developing such products seeking to sell to the Department of Defense. The bill also mandates a government review to assess whether current DoD processes unintentionally exclude biobased products. If exclusion is found, the review will recommend changes to address it. The core policy change is standardizing how companies demonstrate product compliance, not altering existing military standards.
Ro Khanna (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5193: To direct the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to conduct a feasibility study on incorporating militarily-relevant applications of emerging biotechnology into wargaming exercises, and for other purposes.

HR 5193 directs the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to conduct a feasibility study on incorporating militarily relevant biotechnology applications into existing wargaming exercises. The study must examine biotech enhancements for warfighter performance, battlefield materials, adversaries' biotech uses, and other relevant applications, while consulting with combatant commands and Defense stakeholders. The Joint Chiefs must submit a report within 180 days of enactment, detailing recommended exercise modifications and a plan for updating exercises as biotechnology advances. This bill does not enact new policy but mandates a review to assess how emerging biotech could be integrated into military training simulations.
Ro Khanna (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5186: To authorize the Secretary of Defense to carry out a program to support the defense biotechnology supply chain, and for other purposes.

HR 5186 authorizes the Department of Defense to establish a program focused on strengthening the biotechnology supply chain for military use. The program would direct military laboratories to develop biotech-based materials (like bio-cement and protective coatings), reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, and partner with industry and universities to scale innovations. Key mechanisms include assessing supply chain vulnerabilities, upgrading lab infrastructure, and requiring annual reports to Congress on progress and partnerships. The program would operate for 10 years unless extended by the President for national security reasons.
Ro Khanna (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 5, 2025

HR 5135: Train Crew Choice Act

The Train Crew Choice Act (HR 5135) voids a federal safety rule issued by the Federal Railroad Administration on April 9, 2024, which required minimum crew sizes on trains for safety. This rule, titled "Train Crew Size Safety Requirements," would have mandated specific numbers of crew members (e.g., two-person crews) for certain train operations. By nullifying the rule, the bill removes a federal mandate that railroads must follow, directly affecting railroad companies and the Federal Railroad Administration. The change eliminates the requirement for railroads to maintain minimum crew levels under this specific regulation.
Eric Burlison (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 4, 2025

HCONRES 47: Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the public health, safety, and welfare implications of licensure of design professionals.

HCONRES 47 is a non-binding congressional resolution expressing that state licensing of design professionals (including architects, engineers, surveyors, and mapping specialists) is essential for public safety. It states that such licensing ensures the safety of infrastructure, buildings, and natural resource projects, and supports maintaining state-level requirements as vital to public health and welfare. The resolution does not create new laws but formally affirms Congress's position that eliminating or reducing these licensing standards would not serve the public interest.
John Joyce (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 4, 2025

HRES 677: Affirming the independence of the Federal Reserve System, its Chairman, and the Board of Governors.

This resolution (HRES 677) is a formal statement by the House of Representatives affirming the Federal Reserve's independence from political influence. It specifically supports Chairman Jerome Powell and the Board of Governors in making monetary policy decisions based on economic data, not political pressure. The resolution urges the President and executive branch to respect the Fed's statutory independence and avoid actions or rhetoric that could undermine its credibility. It emphasizes that maintaining this independence is critical for economic stability, price control, and global confidence in U.S. financial markets.
Nanette Diaz Barragán (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Sep 4, 2025

S 2721: Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025

The Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025 would prevent government shutdowns by automatically continuing funding for federal programs at previous year's levels if Congress fails to pass regular appropriations bills. If a lapse in appropriations occurs, the bill would provide automatic funding for 14 days, extendable for additional 14-day periods until a new appropriations bill is enacted, with funds charged to the appropriate account once legislation is passed. The bill also restricts official travel for certain government employees and congressional staff during a lapse, with limited exceptions for returning to Washington, D.C. or responding to national security events. It establishes procedures requiring Congress to prioritize appropriations legislation during a funding gap and would take effect on September 30, 2025.
James Lankford (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Sep 4, 2025

S 2709: Telehealth Modernization Act

The Telehealth Modernization Act extends Medicare telehealth flexibilities through 2027, allowing more patients to access care remotely without geographic restrictions. It expands who can provide telehealth services (including audio-only visits), extends telehealth use for hospice recertification, and updates coverage for in-home cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. The bill also extends "acute hospital care at home" program flexibilities through 2030 and requires a study on this program's effectiveness. Additionally, it includes provisions to improve telehealth access for patients with limited English proficiency and enhances Medicare coverage for virtual diabetes prevention programs. These changes primarily affect Medicare beneficiaries, healthcare providers, and telehealth service companies.
Tim Scott (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5127: PrEP and PEP are Prevention Act

This bill requires most health insurance plans to cover HIV prevention services - including PrEP and PEP drugs, related lab tests, counseling, and monitoring - without cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) or prior approval. It applies to private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid/CHIP, and federal employee health plans, directly affecting people who use HIV prevention medications. Key provisions mandate 100% coverage for FDA-approved HIV prevention drugs, eliminate cost-sharing for these services, and prohibit insurers from requiring preauthorization for them. The bill defines covered services to include all necessary components of HIV prevention care as outlined in current public health guidelines.
Maxine Waters (D) · 35 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5126: HIV Prevention Now Act

HR 5126, the HIV Prevention Now Act, appropriates $2.165 billion for the CDC's National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and Tuberculosis Prevention for fiscal year 2026. This funding is in addition to existing CDC appropriations and must be used exclusively by that specific center for its programs, with no transfer to other entities. The bill directly affects the CDC's public health operations by providing dedicated resources for prevention and treatment programs targeting HIV, viral hepatitis, STDs, and tuberculosis. It does not create new policies or alter eligibility but ensures sustained funding for existing prevention efforts at the federal level.
Maxine Waters (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5145: Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act

HR 5145, the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act, extends enhanced federal subsidies for health insurance premiums through 2026. It directly affects individuals purchasing coverage through health insurance marketplaces who qualify for premium tax credits. The bill extends the period for increased credit amounts (through 2026 instead of 2025) and maintains the rule allowing tax credits for households earning above 400% of the federal poverty level. These changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.
Jennifer A. Kiggans (R) · 30 co-sponsors
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