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in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 1101: Taxpayer Data Protection Act

This bill restricts access to Treasury payment systems (including the Bureau of the Fiscal Service) to only Treasury employees with a "fully successful" performance rating and at least one year of civil service, or contractors/outsiders with security clearances, required privacy/cybersecurity training, ethics agreements, and no conflicts of interest. It treats non-government users accessing these systems as government employees for ethics rules and defines specific actions (like stopping payments) as "personal and substantial participation" in government matters. The Treasury Inspector General must investigate any unauthorized access within 30 days and report to Congress, detailing the breach, security risks, and any halted payments. The bill directly affects Treasury staff, contractors, and any external entities accessing federal payment systems.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts system access to vetted personnel with security clearances, privacy training, and ethics agreements, enhancing cybersecurity protections per bill's access requirements.95% confidence
Haley M. Stevens (D) · 205 co-sponsors
passed · Rhode Island · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 965: Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

HR 965, the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, amends the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 to exclude certain disability benefits from income calculations for housing assistance. Specifically, it removes benefits received under Chapters 11 or 15 of Title 38 (veterans' disability compensation) from income counts for the Section 8 supported housing program and eligibility for other housing assistance. This change directly helps disabled veterans receiving these benefits by making them more likely to qualify for HUD-administered housing programs. The bill applies to veterans renting residential units on Department property under HUD housing assistance programs established after the bill's enactment.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculations, expanding Section 8 eligibility for unhoused disabled veterans and directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculations for housing assistance, increasing eligibility for Section 8 programs.95% confidence
Brad Sherman (D) · 46 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 333: Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act

This bill amends U.S. Code to allow military retirees with service-connected disabilities rated below 50% to receive both full retired pay and veterans’ disability compensation without pay reduction, regardless of their years of service. It specifically removes the previous requirement that disability retirees must have at least 20 years of service to qualify for concurrent receipt. The key provision adjusts the calculation method for reducing retired pay, ensuring those with fewer than 20 years of service can retain full retired pay when combined with disability compensation. This directly affects military retirees with service-connected disabilities under 50% disability rating who previously faced reduced retired pay. The bill takes effect after enactment, applying to payments for months beginning on or after the effective date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases government spending on veterans' benefits by eliminating pay reduction for disabled retirees, directly funding an essential program without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves 20-year service requirement for disabled veterans to receive full retired pay and disability compensation, expanding access to benefits.95% confidence
Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 303: Retired Pay Restoration Act

HR 303, the Retired Pay Restoration Act, expands eligibility for military retirees with service-connected disabilities to receive both full retired pay and veterans' disability compensation without reduction. It specifically extends concurrent receipt authority to retirees with disability ratings below 50% (previously limited to 100% or combat-related ratings). The bill amends Title 10, U.S. Code, to define "qualified retirees" as those entitled to both retired pay (meeting service requirements) and veterans' disability compensation, removing the offset for this group. The changes apply to payments starting January 1, 2021, for affected retirees.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands concurrent receipt of retired pay and disability compensation for veterans with <50% disability ratings, strengthening benefits without reduction.95% confidence
Gus M. Bilirakis (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 220: Veterans Infertility Treatment Act of 2025

This proposed bill (HR 220) would expand VA healthcare benefits to cover infertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and fertility preservation services for veterans with infertility or at risk of infertility (e.g., due to medical treatments), and their partners. It limits VA coverage to three successful IVF cycles or ten attempts, requires consent from veterans, partners, and donors, and allows use of donated eggs or embryos. Partners would receive travel reimbursement as if they were veterans, and temporary rules during implementation will immediately allow partners to access care without marriage requirements. The bill clarifies VA isn’t required to cover maternity care beyond existing rules and defers full implementation until VA issues final regulations within one year of enactment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands VA healthcare coverage to include infertility treatments (IVF/fertility preservation), directly advancing patient access to reproductive health services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands VA healthcare benefits to cover infertility treatments (IVF/fertility preservation) for veterans and partners, directly advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence
Julia Brownley (D) · 82 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SRES 68: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States shall not deploy United States military assets or personnel to Gaza for purposes of "taking over" Gaza.

This resolution expresses the Senate's non-binding position that the U.S. should not deploy military assets or personnel to Gaza for the purpose of "taking over" the territory. It directly addresses the executive branch, opposing any military actions that could lead to U.S. control of Gaza, which the Senate cites as violating constitutional requirements for congressional authorization of military force. The resolution references President Trump's February 4, 2025, comments about taking over Gaza and emphasizes concerns about regional relations, humanitarian impacts, and taxpayer costs. It does not create new law but formally states the Senate's opposition to such military deployments.
Tim Kaine (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 1178: Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act

Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act This bill expands the definition of major food allergen to include galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (commonly known as alpha-gal ). Under current law, food labels generally must identify each major food allergen found in labeled food products.  (Certain tick bites cause an allergic condition known as alpha-gal syndrome that can result in an allergy to the alpha-gal molecule, which is found in red meat and other products made from mammals.)
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands food allergen labeling to include alpha-gal, improving patient safety and access to critical health information for those with tick-bite allergies.90% confidence
Jefferson Van Drew (R) · 46 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 1171: SAFE Act

The SAFE Act requires Medicare to cover falls risk assessments and fall prevention services for seniors aged 65+ who have fallen in the previous year. These services, provided by physical or occupational therapists, will be included in Medicare's annual wellness visits and initial preventive physical exams starting January 1, 2026. The bill also mandates annual reports to Congress beginning in 2027 on falls among seniors aged 65+ that required treatment for fall-related injuries. This policy directly affects Medicare beneficiaries with a documented history of falls by adding targeted preventive care to their covered benefits.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicare coverage for senior fall prevention services, increasing access to preventive care under existing wellness visits and annual exams.95% confidence
Carol D. Miller (R) · 52 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1145: Nobody Elected Elon Musk Act

This bill, titled the "Nobody Elected Elon Musk Act," makes the head of the Department of Government Efficiency personally liable for any legal claims against the federal government related to the department's activities. The department leader, defined as a special Government employee, would cover costs for claims arising from violations of labor laws, data privacy laws, security threats, or other federal statutes. This shifts financial responsibility from the government to the department leader for all such claims. The bill does not create new policies but directly imposes personal liability on the department head for the department's actions.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill holds department head personally liable for labor law violations, increasing accountability for enforcement of workers' rights.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill imposes personal liability for data privacy law violations, reinforcing accountability in data privacy compliance.90% confidence
Melanie A. Stansbury (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1151: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act

This bill expands 529 college savings account flexibility by allowing funds to cover costs for industry-recognized postsecondary credentials, not just traditional degrees. It defines "qualified expenses" to include tuition/fees for recognized credential programs (like certifications or apprenticeships), required testing fees, and continuing education needed to maintain credentials. To qualify, programs must meet specific criteria, such as appearing on state lists under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or being listed in VA or Defense directories. The change applies to 529 distributions made after the law's enactment, giving families more options to use these accounts for job-focused training.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 account use for industry credentials (certifications/apprenticeships), increasing access to funding for non-traditional workforce education pathways beyond degrees.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands 529 savings to cover industry credentials (certifications/apprenticeships), directly enhancing workforce development and employment opportunities through accessible training pathways.85% confidence
Robert J. Wittman (R) · 203 co-sponsors
passed · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SRES 64: A resolution honoring the memory of the victims of the tragic mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and United States Army Aviation Brigade Priority Air Transport 25 on January 29, 2025.

SRES 64 is a Senate resolution honoring the 67 victims of a mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army aircraft near Washington, D.C., on January 29, 2025. It directly affects the families, friends, and communities of the victims, who were from multiple U.S. states and several countries. The resolution formally commemorates the lives lost, offers condolences to grieving families, and expresses gratitude to the 42 emergency response agencies that assisted in rescue and recovery efforts. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or legal effect beyond expressing collective mourning and recognition.
Jerry Moran (R) · 31 co-sponsors
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