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in committee · Ohio · House Aug 5, 2025

HR 4907: Statistical Agency Integrity and Independence Act of 2025

This bill establishes fixed six-year terms for leaders of four key federal statistical agencies (Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center for Education Statistics, and Bureau of Justice Statistics) with staggered appointments to prevent political control. It requires presidential appointments confirmed by the Senate, limits removal to "for cause" (such as inefficiency or misconduct, not disagreements over data), and gives agency heads final authority over methodologies, reports, and release schedules. The law aims to protect data integrity by ensuring statistical work remains free from political influence or censorship.
George Whitesides (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Aug 5, 2025

HR 4911: POLL Act

The POLL Act requires states to develop plans ensuring voting wait times don't exceed 30 minutes at any polling place during federal elections. It establishes standards for allocating voting resources (including voting systems and poll workers) based on factors like voting-age population, past turnout, and needs of disabled voters and those with limited English proficiency. The bill creates a private right of action for voters who experience excessive wait times, allowing them to seek civil penalties. Additionally, it authorizes $500 million annually in federal funds to help states implement these changes and meet the new requirements.
Nikema Williams (D) · 39 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Aug 5, 2025

HR 4910: Sustaining Our Democracy Act

The Sustaining Our Democracy Act establishes a federal program providing funding to states for election administration improvements, increased voter access, and protection of election workers. States must submit detailed plans for using funds to upgrade voting equipment, expand early and mail voting options, secure election infrastructure, and address disparities in voting access for underserved communities. The bill prohibits states from using funds for activities that restrict voting access or suppress participation, and creates an Office of Democracy Advancement and Innovation to administer the program. Funded through a $2.5 billion Trust Fund for fiscal years 2026-2035, this legislation directly affects all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories receiving federal election funding.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates federal funds to states for election administration, a public service, increasing government spending for essential program funding.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds election infrastructure upgrades and cybersecurity improvements for voting systems, enhancing digital election security and accessibility.75% confidence
Nikema Williams (D) · 57 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · Senate Aug 1, 2025

SRES 363: A resolution solemnly marking the one-year anniversary of the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump, condemning the multiple attempts against the President's life, condemning those who incite violence against political officials, and honoring the victims of the shooting.

This resolution commemorates the one-year anniversary of the July 13, 2024, attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. It condemns the attack and other threats against political officials, honors victims Corey D. Comperatore (who died shielding his family), David Dutch, and James Copenhaver (who were injured), and expresses gratitude to first responders. The resolution also condemns incitement of violence against elected officials and calls for unity against political violence. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or policies but formally states the Senate’s position.
Eric Schmitt (R) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Aug 1, 2025

HRES 628: Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard and its foundational role in strengthening United States energy security, supporting rural communities, growing the United States economy, and improving environmental performance.

HRES 628 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a policy established in 2005 and expanded in 2007. It highlights the RFS's historical role in supporting rural economies (through 2,700+ renewable fuel facilities and 644,000 jobs), reducing greenhouse gas emissions via mandatory fuel standards, and lowering consumer fuel costs. The resolution does not create new policy or alter the RFS; it solely commemorates the program's past impacts on energy security, agriculture, and environmental performance. It affirms the RFS as a foundational element of U.S. energy policy without proposing any legislative changes.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRecognizes RFS's 20-year success in promoting renewable energy, job creation, and emissions reduction without altering policy.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill highlights RFS's role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions via mandatory renewable fuel standards and improving environmental performance, directly aligning with clean energy promotion and emission reduction indicators.95% confidence
Max L. Miller (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · 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 · Ohio · 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 · Ohio · Senate Jul 30, 2025

SRES 347: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Open Market Committee should take immediate steps to lower interest rates to support economic growth, job creation, and affordability for American families and businesses.

SRES 347 is a non-binding Senate resolution expressing the chamber's view that the Federal Reserve should lower interest rates. It urges the Board of Governors and Federal Open Market Committee to take "immediate steps" to reduce rates, arguing high rates increase borrowing costs for families (mortgages, loans) and businesses (equipment, expansion), while also raising prices for goods and services. The resolution states that lower rates would support economic growth, job creation, and affordability, though it explicitly acknowledges the Federal Reserve's independence. It does not change policy or require the Fed to act, as resolutions like this only reflect congressional sentiment. The resolution was introduced on July 30, 2025, and referred to the Banking Committee.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly links lower interest rates to reduced mortgage costs and housing affordability for families, directly advancing affordable housing access.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill advocates for lower interest rates to support job creation and economic growth, which indirectly benefits employment standards and worker opportunities.75% confidence
Bernie Moreno (R)
in committee · Ohio · Senate Jul 30, 2025

S 2529: A bill to increase the clarity and predictability of the process for developing applications for Rx-to-nonprescription switches.

This bill (S 2529) clarifies the process for switching prescription drugs to over-the-counter (OTC) status. It requires the FDA to hold meetings with drug manufacturers to develop application plans, issue new guidance within 18 months on evidence standards (including how to use medical literature and demonstrate consumer understanding), and create a public stakeholder engagement plan. The bill directly affects drug manufacturers seeking to switch products and the FDA’s review process. Key provisions define "full" (same use conditions) and "partial" (limited conditions) switches and set clear expectations for supporting evidence, aiming to make the approval process more predictable.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStreamlines OTC drug switch process, improving patient access to medications by clarifying FDA review standards and evidence requirements.90% confidence
Jon Husted (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Ohio · Senate Jul 30, 2025

S 275: Veterans’ Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act of 2025

Veterans' Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act of 2025 This bill addresses the administration of the Veterans Community Care Program (VCCP) and other Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care matters. Among other provisions regarding the VCCP, the bill establishes in statute access standards that determine when a veteran is eligible to receive non-VA care through the VCCP, requires the VA to notify veterans regarding their eligibility for care within two business days after the VA is aware the veteran is seeking care, and extends the deadline for the submittal of claims under the VCCP by health care entities and providers. The VA must address its mental health treatment programs by establishing a standardized screening process to determine whether a veteran satisfies criteria for priority or routine admission to a mental health residential rehabilitation treatment program or a program for residential care for mental health and substance abuse disorders, tracking the performance of medical facilities and Veterans Integrated Service Networks in meeting the requirements for mental health treatment screenings and timely admission to treatment programs under such screenings, and establishing an appeal process for when a veteran is denied admission to a covered treatment program or is accepted into a program but not offered bed placement in a timely manner. Additionally, the VA must establish an online self-service module for veterans to request and manage appointments, track referrals, and appeal and track decisions related to requests for care.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands veterans' access to non-VA care via VCCP standards and eligibility notifications, improving healthcare access for servicemembers.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes access standards for VCCP care eligibility and requires VA notifications, expanding veteran healthcare access per support indicators.95% confidence
Jerry Moran (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Jul 29, 2025

HR 4807: Protect Our Hospitals Act

The Protect Our Hospitals Act (HR 4807) repeals a specific provision (Section 71115 of Public Law 119-21) that altered Medicaid provider tax rules. This bill restores the prior tax structure for Medicaid providers, including hospitals and clinics that accept Medicaid, returning them to the tax treatment that existed before the change. As a result, these providers will no longer be subject to the modified tax rules enacted by the repealed provision. The bill does not affect Medicaid eligibility, benefits, or coverage - it solely reverts a tax policy change without introducing new requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals Medicaid tax rule change, restoring prior tax structure for hospitals, providing tax relief to healthcare providers without altering Medicaid eligibility.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRestores pre-existing Medicaid tax structure for hospitals, protecting provider funding without altering coverage. Aligns with 'protect' indicator in support stance.95% confidence
Greg Landsman (D) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Jul 29, 2025

HR 4819: Click to Cancel Act of 2025

HR 4819, the Click to Cancel Act of 2025, makes the Federal Trade Commission's November 2024 "Negative Option Rule" permanent law. This rule directly affects businesses that use automatic renewal subscriptions (like streaming services or software) and their consumers, requiring clear, easy cancellation options. The bill codifies the FTC's existing rule, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices under the FTC Act, and grants the FTC full authority to enforce it using existing powers and penalties. The key change is that businesses must now explicitly obtain consumer consent for recurring charges and provide straightforward cancellation methods, moving beyond the previous rule-based guidance.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates automatic renewals for digital services, requiring clear cancellation options under FTC enforcement, aligning with consumer protection in tech.90% confidence
Brad Sherman (D) · 19 co-sponsors
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