NEWS: Blunt Rochester, Bennet Reintroduce Bill to Connect Workers with Higher Wages
create economic mobility for workers of every background.” Programs that upskill workers support long-term economic mobility
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Booker, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Expand Health Care Access for Underserved Communities
Every American—no matter their race or socioeconomic background—deserves access to affordable, high-quality health care,” said
Kelly’s Bill to Designate Lunar Landing Day Honoring Apollo 11 Passes Senate Unanimously
program and bolstering U.S. leadership in space exploration.” Background: On July 20 th , 1969, American astronauts, scientists
Pressley, Murray, Schumer, Wyden, Jeffries, Clark, Pallone, DeGette, & Raskin Lead 250+ Congressional Democrats in Fifth Circuit Fight to Protect Mifepristone Access, Women’s Health Care, and FDA Authority
regardless of zip code, immigration status, income, or background. Rep. Pressley is a lead co-sponsor
Kelly, Colleagues Press Hegseth on Inaccurate Iran War Casualty Reporting, Demand Transparency on Human Cost
Rosen (D-NV), and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI). Background: Kelly has been outspoken about the war in Iran
San Diego Congressional Delegation Call for Action on Transboundary Sewage Crisis in Renewed Trade Negotiations
health emergency.” Read the full letter here . Further Background: Representative Peters has, for years, worked to address
Kelly, Raskin, Whitehouse Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. Elections, Crack Down on Corrupt Influence of Foreign Money
Hassan (D-NH), and Alex Padilla (D-CA). Background: Foreign nationals are buying stock in American companies
ICYMI: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
deter against AI-enabled coercion to further TNR. Background: Transnational repression includes actions by officials and agents
Leger Fernández, Pingree Condemn Rushed Effort to Gut Tribal Consultation and Historic Preservation Protections
when it comes to preserving our shared history.” Background: On Friday, July 17, the Advisory Council on Historic
Kaine, Young, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to End Legacy Admissions
this bipartisan bill to provide Americans of all backgrounds the same chance to pursue higher education and help
Kelly Introduces Bipartisan Senior Chatbot Protection Act
real but was actually a Meta AI chatbot. Background: The Senior Chatbot Protection Act ensures that transparency
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Pushes Anti-Corruption Measures to Prevent Malign Influences in Executive Branch, Close Bribery Loopholes
during both his first and second term. Additional Background: Other provisions of the package include bills to: Reinforce
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Fulfill America’s Promise to Afghan Allies
biographic information and criminal and national-security background checks. This is not a permanent immigration status … present in the United States and pass required background and security checks. If granted TPS, an individual
Crow Introduces Bill to Grant Vulnerable Afghans Temporary Protected Status
biographic information and criminal and national-security background checks. This is not a permanent immigration status
Pappas Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Speed Up Distribution of Cost-Saving Weatherization Funding
home performance contractors who serve them.” Background: Pappas is a fierce advocate for efforts that lower energy costs
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Urges FAA to Deploy Funds to Update Aging Infrastructure at California Airports, Prioritize Critical Safety Upgrades
these failing physical structures,” the Senator continued. Background: As a champion of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Senator Schiff
NEWS: Senators Blunt Rochester, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Expand Participation in AI Education, Research, and Workforce
generation of AI talent includes voices from every background. BPC Action applauds Sens. Blunt Rochester and Sheehy
Rep. Gillen Statement on Senate Request to Pass Bipartisan Bill Extending TPS for Law-abiding Haitians
recipients have been thoroughly vetted, passed rigorous background checks and remain essential to our frontline workforce and healthcare
Kelly, Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide American Cities with Better Public Transportation Access
demonstrate the future value of transit investments.” Background: This legislation continues Senator Kelly’s push to provide Americans
Congresswoman Luz Rivas Votes Against Republicans’ Bill to Cover Up Insider Trading, Corruption
working Americans continue to struggle with everyday costs.” Background: H.R. 6731, the Restore Trust in Government
Wasserman Schultz Leads 50+ Democrats in Bill to Protect TPS Holders, Restore Checks and Balances
families who followed the law, passed multiple criminal background checks, earned work permits, and paid taxes
Castro Statement on New Housing Planned for JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
housing that meets the needs of our servicemembers.” Background: The Department of Defense (DoD) Barrack Task force identified
Pappas Votes to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress, Fights for Additional Reforms
money out of politics, and ending shadow lobbying.” Background: Following Pappas’s advocacy in 2022, then-Speaker Nancy
Landsman Voted to Stop Insider Trading and Voter Suppression
generation that earns this trust back. BACKGROUND Landsman is one of the few Members of Congress to sell
Golden votes against GOP’s reconciliation framework
House in a party-line 216-214vote. Background: Reconciliation is a budgetary maneuver that allows the majority