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passed · Florida · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 4922: D. C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025

HR 4922, the DC Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025 (DC CRIMES Act), modifies youth offender definitions and creates public transparency measures. It limits "youth offender" status to individuals 18 or younger (previously 24), removing provisions for 18-24 year olds in sentencing and facility planning. The bill requires the DC Attorney General to establish a public website publishing monthly juvenile crime statistics, including arrest data by age, race, sex, crime type, recidivism rates, and sentencing outcomes - without personally identifiable information. It also prohibits the DC Council from changing existing criminal sentencing laws. These provisions directly affect youth offenders aged 15-18 and DC government operations related to juvenile justice data.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts youth offender status to under 18, removing 18-24 year olds from juvenile sentencing protections and facility planning, increasing potential for adult sentencing.95% confidence
Byron Donalds (R) · 8 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SRES 393: A resolution designating September 25, 2025, as "National Lobster Day".

SRES 393 designates September 25, 2025, as "National Lobster Day" and encourages Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The resolution recognizes lobster's cultural significance, economic role in coastal communities, and its status as a sustainable seafood choice. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups but formally acknowledges the industry's contributions through a symbolic national observance. This procedural resolution was introduced by Senators King, Shaheen, Collins, and others.
Angus S. King, Jr. (I) · 9 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SRES 391: A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

SRES 391 is a symbolic Senate resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative campus advocate and founder of Turning Point USA, who was killed on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University. The resolution expresses the Senate’s strongest condemnation of the killing, extends condolences to his family (including his wife Erika and two children), and honors his work promoting civil discourse on college campuses. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect any individuals through legislative action.
Mike Lee (R) · 54 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SRES 392: A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting members of the Armed Forces and veterans in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.

SRES 392 is a Senate resolution designating November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day." It encourages all U.S. citizens to reach out to active-duty service members and veterans through phone calls or conversations to reduce isolation and connect them with support resources. The resolution specifically highlights the importance of peer-to-peer connections in addressing mental health challenges, citing veteran suicide statistics as context. As a symbolic measure (not a law), it does not create new programs but urges public engagement to support military personnel transitioning from service.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransResolution designates 'National Warrior Call Day' to promote peer support for veterans' mental health, citing suicide statistics and encouraging connections to transition support resources.90% confidence
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 34 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 5100: To extend the SBIR and STTR programs, and for other purposes.

HR 5100 extends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through fiscal year 2026, instead of ending on September 30, 2025. This bill directly affects small businesses and research institutions that rely on federal funding for research and development through these programs. The key mechanism is updating expiration dates across multiple program provisions in the Small Business Act to maintain funding authority and program operations for one additional year. The extension does not alter program eligibility, funding levels, or core requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends SBIR/STTR funding through 2026, maintaining federal R&D spending for small businesses and research institutions, directly supporting fiscal continuity of essential programs.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExtends SBIR/STTR programs providing federal R&D funding to small tech businesses, directly advancing technology innovation through sustained financial support.95% confidence
Roger Williams (R) · 18 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 3579: Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act

HR 3579 requires veterans to submit an application before the VA can begin an initial evaluation for vocational rehabilitation services. It limits employment assistance under the program to a maximum of 365 days per veteran. The bill also mandates the VA to annually report veterans' regional office assignments, pre- and post-program wages, and average wait times for counselor meetings to Congress and the public. Additionally, it requires an independent review of VA rehabilitation programs within one year of enactment to recommend improvements.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentLimits employment assistance duration to 365 days per veteran, restricting benefits available under the program.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransLimits VA vocational rehab assistance to 365 days per veteran and requires pre-application, restricting service access and duration.85% confidence
Juan Ciscomani (R) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 2334: Servicemember Residence Protection Act

HR 2334, the Servicemember Residence Protection Act, amends the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to prevent state "squatter's rights" laws from applying to properties owned by active-duty military members. The bill specifically blocks states from allowing squatters to claim ownership of a servicemember's home during the member's period of military service. This directly protects deployed servicemembers and their families by ensuring their property rights remain secure while they serve. The key mechanism is a new federal provision (Section 301A) that overrides conflicting state laws for military-owned properties occupied by squatters during active service.
Brian J. Mast (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Florida · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 1402: TICKET Act

The TICKET Act requires ticket sellers and resellers to clearly show the total price (including all fees) before purchase, ban selling tickets before having them in hand, and mandate refunds for canceled or postponed events. It prohibits misleading claims like "official" tickets unless authorized, and forces clear refund policies for consumers. The law applies to all event ticket sellers - both primary issuers and secondary platforms - for concerts, sports, and theater events with over 200 seats. Key changes include upfront price transparency, a ban on speculative sales, and standardized refund rules for cancellations or postponements. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these rules and report on related laws within six months.
Gus M. Bilirakis (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 1107: Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025

HR 1107, the *Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025*, allows Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health professionals to prescribe and dispense medications regulated under federal law (like opioids or stimulants) via telemedicine without requiring an in-person medical exam first. This directly affects veterans receiving VA care and VA-employed health professionals who provide telemedicine services. The bill requires providers to hold a valid state license, act within their professional scope, and ensure prescriptions serve a legitimate medical purpose. It does not change existing federal drug laws but streamlines access to controlled medications for veterans through telehealth, particularly benefiting those in rural or remote areas.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables VA telemedicine prescriptions without in-person exams, improving veteran access to medications and services per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill removes in-person exam requirement for VA telemedicine prescriptions, improving healthcare access for veterans without restricting benefits.95% confidence
Steve Womack (R) · 28 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 15, 2025

HR 3486: Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025

HR 3486, the Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025, increases penalties for certain immigration violations under the Immigration and Nationality Act. It raises the mandatory prison term for unlawful entry (Section 275) from 2 to 5 years and adds new provisions for aliens who commit crimes after entry. For reentry after removal (Section 276), it increases the base penalty to up to 10 years imprisonment, with enhanced penalties of up to 15 years for those with prior drug or violent crime convictions, and mandatory minimums of 10 years or more for those with prior aggravated felonies, multiple removals, or prior convictions for serious crimes. The bill directly affects noncitizens who enter the U.S. illegally or reenter after being removed, with penalties applying to specific categories of prior criminal conduct.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory prison terms for immigration violations, directly aligning with 'oppose' indicators of harsher sentencing and expanded criminalization.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationIncreases mandatory prison terms for immigration violations, raising penalties from 2 to 5 years and up to 15 years for repeat offenders with crimes.95% confidence
Stephanie I. Bice (R) · 5 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 9, 2025

HR 2591: Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update regulations within two years to encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek mental health care and disclose conditions without fear of losing medical clearance. It mandates annual reviews to improve the medical clearance process for mental health conditions - such as approving additional safe medications, enhancing examiner training, and reducing backlogs - and allocates $13.74 million yearly (2026-2029) to hire more aviation medical examiners. The bill also directs the FAA to implement recommendations from a mental health rulemaking committee and fund a public campaign to reduce stigma around mental health care in aviation. These provisions aim to support aviation workers' well-being while streamlining safety-related medical evaluations.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $13.74M to improve mental health care access for aviation personnel, removes barriers to disclosure, and mandates process improvements - directly advancing mental health services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates FAA to improve mental health disclosure process without job loss fears, enhancing workplace safety for aviation workers.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances aviation safety standards by improving medical clearance processes for pilots/air traffic controllers under FAA regulations, directly advancing transportation safety within aviation infrastructure.95% confidence
Sean Casten (D) · 43 co-sponsors
passed · Florida · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 4490: PARTNER Act

The PARTNER Act (HR 4490) authorizes the U.S. President to extend diplomatic privileges and immunities to five international organizations: the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), CERN (European nuclear research group), the Pacific Islands Forum, the Caribbean Community, and the African Union. It modifies existing law to allow these organizations to receive the same diplomatic protections as other international bodies the U.S. collaborates with under treaties or congressional authorization. The bill does not create new policy but adjusts legal authority for diplomatic recognition, affecting how these organizations interact with U.S. government operations. This is a procedural change, not a substantive policy shift, and applies only to diplomatic privileges, not other forms of engagement.
Joaquin Castro (D) · 8 co-sponsors
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