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in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 19, 2025

S 627: ENABLE Act

The ENABLE Act permanently extends two key provisions for ABLE accounts, which are tax-advantaged savings accounts designed for people with disabilities. It removes expiration dates for higher contribution limits (previously set to end in 2026) and for rolling over funds from 529 college savings plans into ABLE accounts. The bill also makes the savers credit applicable to ABLE account contributions, allowing eligible individuals to claim tax credits for their savings. These changes directly benefit people with disabilities who use ABLE accounts to save for qualified expenses without risking eligibility for government benefits.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax-advantaged ABLE accounts with savers credit, providing tax relief for eligible individuals with disabilities.95% confidence
Eric Schmitt (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · House Feb 14, 2025

HR 1379: Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025

This bill allows survivors of human trafficking to seek court orders to vacate convictions or expunge arrests related to non-violent crimes they committed while being trafficked. Survivors can file motions supported by affidavits from anti-trafficking service providers, and courts must determine if the crime was directly caused by trafficking. It applies to all past and future cases, including retroactive relief for convictions, and adds a new "human trafficking defense" in criminal trials. The law requires annual reports tracking how many survivors use this relief and the outcomes of their cases.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables expungement of trafficking-related convictions, protects survivors' rights, and introduces a trafficking defense - directly advancing criminal justice reform by reducing barriers to reintegration.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationHelps trafficking survivors (often immigrants) clear convictions related to trafficking, protecting their rights and access to services by removing legal barriers.95% confidence
Russell Fry (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · House Feb 13, 2025

HCONRES 12: Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

This concurrent resolution declares that Congress should not impose any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge relating to the public performance of sound recordings on a local radio station for broadcasting sound recordings over the air, or on any business for such public performance of sound recordings.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly opposes new taxes/fees on local radio stations, preventing additional tax burdens per its declaration against 'new performance fee, tax, royalty'.90% confidence
Steve Womack (R) · 233 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 13, 2025

SRES 81: A resolution calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) to initiate the snapback of sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).

The resolution urges the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) to invoke the snapback of United Nations (UN) sanctions against Iran under UN Security Council Resolution 2231 before the option expires on October 18, 2025.  This resolution also (1) recognizes that Iran's possession of a nuclear weapon would threaten U.S. and global security, (2) condemns Iran's repeated violations of certain international commitments related to nuclear weapons, and (3) reaffirms that the United States maintains the right to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Pete Ricketts (R) · 19 co-sponsors
passed · Alaska · Senate Feb 13, 2025

SRES 80: A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.

SRES 80 is a Senate resolution introduced on February 13, 2025, expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers. It specifically acknowledges their work during the January 20, 2025 inauguration of President Donald J. Trump, noting their efforts to adapt to cold weather challenges that required relocating events indoors. The resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their contributions to the inauguration's security and success.
Mike Rounds (R) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 13, 2025

S 579: Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2025

The Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2025 enhances the Department of Energy's quantum research program by creating new initiatives to advance quantum information science, engineering, and technology. It establishes National Quantum Information Science Research Centers, a Quantum Instrumentation and Foundry Program to develop domestic quantum supply chains, and a Quantum User Expansion program to enable software development for quantum systems. The bill includes specific funding levels through 2030 ($175 million annually for the main program, $50 million annually for instrumentation), requires coordination with other federal agencies, and includes restrictions on funding for quantum research involving certain foreign entities of concern. It also includes provisions for workforce development through traineeships focused on underrepresented students in quantum fields. These changes aim to accelerate U.S. leadership in quantum technology development and commercialization.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates DOE quantum research centers and funds domestic supply chains for quantum tech advancement, directly strengthening R&D in emerging technology.95% confidence
Richard J. Durbin (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · House Feb 13, 2025

HR 1301: Death Tax Repeal Act

HR 1301, the Death Tax Repeal Act, would eliminate the federal estate tax and generation-skipping transfer tax for estates of individuals dying on or after its enactment date. It directly affects individuals inheriting significant assets, as it removes taxes on estates exceeding $10 million (adjusted for inflation) and repeals taxes on large transfers between generations. The bill modifies the gift tax by establishing a $10 million lifetime exemption with annual inflation adjustments, replacing previous tax brackets. It applies to estates, gifts, and transfers occurring on or after the bill's effective date.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals federal estate tax, creating tax breaks for wealthy estates, aligning with 'oppose' indicators for tax breaks benefiting affluent groups.90% confidence
Randy Feenstra (R) · 182 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SJRES 4: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

This joint resolution would block a Department of Energy rule setting new efficiency standards for gas-fired instant water heaters. The rule, published in the Federal Register on December 26, 2024, would have required manufacturers to produce more energy-efficient models. If passed, the resolution would prevent this rule from taking effect, keeping current efficiency standards in place. The direct impact is on water heater manufacturers and consumers purchasing these products.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks DOE rule setting higher efficiency standards for gas water heaters, maintaining current (less efficient) standards and weakening energy conservation requirements.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks DOE rule raising efficiency standards for water heaters, maintaining current less efficient models that increase energy use and emissions.95% confidence
Ted Cruz (R) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 12, 2025

S 537: Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2025

This bill prohibits federal agencies (like the Fish and Wildlife Service and Forest Service) from banning lead ammunition or tackle on public lands and waters used for hunting or fishing, directly affecting hunters and anglers who use federal lands. It blocks new federal regulations on lead levels in hunting gear, except in limited cases where a specific area's wildlife decline is linked to lead use and the state wildlife agency approves the restriction. The law requires federal agencies to explain in notices how any exception meets state wildlife department requirements or state law. It does not change existing state laws or allow federal bans on lead where states already prohibit it.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks federal restrictions on lead ammunition/tackle, preventing pollution control measures that protect wildlife from lead contamination.90% confidence
Steve Daines (R) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 12, 2025

S 549: Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act

S 549, the Maritime Fuel Tax Parity Act, expands a federal tax exemption for alternative motorboat fuels to cover vessels operating exclusively between Atlantic or Pacific U.S. ports (including territories). It amends the tax code to include these specific vessels under the existing exemption for fuel used by vessels described in section 4042(c)(1). The change applies to fuel sold for use after December 31, 2025, directly affecting commercial vessels limited to coast-to-coast U.S. trade. This policy modifies tax treatment without altering broader fuel regulations or creating new requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends federal tax exemption for commercial vessels, providing tax relief under fiscal policy by modifying tax code to exclude specific fuel purchases from taxation.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpands tax exemption for alternative motorboat fuels, incentivizing cleaner energy use in commercial maritime transport per bill's tax code amendment.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands tax exemption for alternative motorboat fuels, promoting cleaner energy use in maritime sector and reducing vessel emissions through policy incentive.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands tax exemption for alternative fuels in maritime transport, reducing costs for commercial vessels and supporting sustainable transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
Lisa Murkowski (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 12, 2025

S 552: CRITICAL Act

This bill increases Medicare reimbursement rates for critical access hospitals (CAHs) located in noncontiguous states (like Alaska or Hawaii) to 105% for specific services, up from the current 101%. It directly affects CAHs in these states by raising payments for inpatient care, outpatient services, ambulance transport, and skilled nursing facility services starting January 1, 2026. The key mechanism amends existing Social Security Act provisions to insert the higher 105% rate for services provided by CAHs in noncontiguous states. This policy change aims to address cost disparities for rural healthcare providers in geographically isolated areas.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicare reimbursement rates for CAHs by 4% (101% to 105%), directly boosting funding for healthcare services in remote states, improving provider financial stability and access.95% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 12, 2025

S 551: Ensuring Outpatient Quality for Rural States Act

The Ensuring Outpatient Quality for Rural States Act (S 551) adjusts Medicare payments for outpatient hospital services in Alaska and Hawaii to address their higher operating costs. Starting in 2026, it allows the government to modify the non-labor portion of payment rates (covering expenses like rent and equipment) for these states, similar to adjustments made elsewhere. The bill specifies these changes should not be budget neutral, meaning they won’t be offset by cuts to other Medicare payments. It directly affects Medicare-certified hospitals in Alaska and Hawaii providing outpatient care.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicare payments for rural outpatient services in Alaska/Hawaii to address higher costs, improving access and quality without budget offsets.95% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R) · 2 co-sponsors
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