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signed · Illinois · House Dec 23, 2024

HR 7213: Autism CARES Act of 2024

The Autism CARES Act of 2024 reauthorizes and enhances federal programs supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder. It requires the National Institutes of Health to expand research to include more fields like gerontology and psychiatry, and to ensure research reflects the full range of needs of people with autism, including those with co-occurring conditions. The bill mandates regular reports to Congress on progress, mental health needs, and transition services for young adults with autism, while increasing funding for autism-related programs from fiscal year 2025 through 2029. This legislation directly affects individuals with autism, their families, caregivers, and healthcare providers by improving access to evidence-based services and research.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReauthorizes autism programs, mandates NIH research expansion including mental health, requires reports on healthcare needs and transition services.95% confidence
Christopher H. Smith (R) · 61 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 23, 2024

HR 6960: Emergency Medical Services for Children Reauthorization Act of 2024

This bill reauthorizes the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program through fiscal year 2029, increasing annual funding from $22.3 million (2020-2024) to $24.3 million (2025-2029). It directly supports states and communities providing specialized emergency medical care for children, including pediatric trauma and transport services. The key provision extends and increases federal funding to maintain existing EMSC grant programs that train healthcare providers and improve pediatric emergency response systems. This ensures continued access to coordinated care for children in emergency situations across the United States.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases annual federal funding for EMSC program from $22.3M to $24.3M, directly advancing government spending on pediatric emergency services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReauthorizes EMSC program with increased funding ($24.3M annually) to support pediatric emergency medical services, directly advancing healthcare access for children.95% confidence
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R) · 10 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 23, 2024

HR 5646: Stop Campus Hazing Act

The Stop Campus Hazing Act requires colleges and universities to publicly report hazing incidents involving student organizations. It defines hazing as intentional acts causing physical or psychological harm during initiation or membership in student groups, including activities like forced substance consumption, sleep deprivation, or sexual acts. Institutions must include hazing statistics in annual security reports and publish a "Campus Hazing Transparency Report" on their websites by July 1, 2025, detailing findings about organizations violating hazing policies. The reports must include organization names, violation descriptions, and key dates while excluding personally identifiable student information. This applies to all colleges participating in federal student aid programs.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances campus safety and accountability by requiring public reporting of hazing incidents, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of transparency and victim protection.85% confidence
Lucy McBath (D) · 58 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 23, 2024

HR 1097: Everett Alvarez, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023

This bill, HR 1097 (Everett Alvarez, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023), authorizes the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Everett Alvarez, Jr., in recognition of his service as a U.S. Navy pilot and Vietnam War prisoner of war. It directly honors Alvarez, who was the first U.S. pilot shot down in the Vietnam War, spent over 8.5 years in captivity, and later served in the Peace Corps and Veterans Administration. The bill’s key mechanism is directing the U.S. Mint to strike a gold medal bearing his name and image, with bronze duplicates available for sale to cover costs. It does not create new policies or affect any group beyond the honoree.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDirectly recognizes veteran service via Congressional Gold Medal for POW and VA veteran Everett Alvarez, Jr., aligning with recognition indicator.95% confidence
Jimmy Panetta (D) · 301 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · Senate Dec 12, 2024

S 4243: Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to Congress (1968-1982) and the first African American to seek a major party's presidential nomination (1972). The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike a gold medal featuring Chisholm's image and name, which will be presented to her family by congressional leaders. After presentation, the medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution for public viewing and research. The bill also authorizes the production and sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs. This is a commemorative measure honoring Chisholm's historic contributions to American politics and civil rights.
Laphonza R. Butler (D) · 69 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 12, 2024

HR 3821: Firefighter Cancer Registry Reauthorization Act of 2023

The Firefighter Cancer Registry Reauthorization Act of 2023 reauthorizes the federal program established by the 2018 Firefighter Cancer Registry Act. It increases annual funding from $2.5 million to $5.5 million and extends the program through fiscal year 2028, replacing the previous 2018-2022 funding period. The registry collects voluntary cancer incidence data from firefighters to help researchers study occupational cancer risks in the profession. This ensures continued data collection to support efforts improving firefighter health and safety.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases federal funding for firefighter cancer registry from $2.5M to $5.5M, directly supporting public health program appropriations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases funding for firefighter cancer registry to study occupational risks, protecting worker health and safety standards.90% confidence
Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D) · 11 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 12, 2024

HR 1432: VETT Act

This bill (HR 1432, the VETT Act) amends the tax code to allow members of the Armed Forces to deduct charitable contributions made to certain military service organizations. Specifically, it adds qualifying federally chartered military service organizations (under IRS section 501(c)(19)) as deductible charities for active duty and retired service members. The change applies to tax returns filed for taxable years beginning after the bill's enactment date (December 12, 2024). It directly affects military personnel who make donations to these designated organizations, expanding their eligible charitable deductions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows tax deduction for military charitable contributions, providing tax relief to service members (middle-income group), aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllows tax deductions for donations to military service orgs, directly supporting veteran-focused charities and services for active/retired members.95% confidence
Brad R. Wenstrup (R) · 15 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 11, 2024

HR 7764: Commission to Study the Potential Transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Act

This bill establishes a commission to study whether the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia should be transferred to the Smithsonian Institution. The commission, composed of 8 members appointed by congressional leaders with expertise in Jewish American history and museum administration, will examine the museum's collections, financial status, governance, and feasibility of transfer within two years. The commission must submit a report detailing findings, a fundraising plan, and legislative recommendations for any potential transfer. The bill does not transfer the museum but creates a process to evaluate the possibility.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) · 94 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 11, 2024

HR 7438: FIFA World Cup 2026 Commemorative Coin Act

HR 7438 directs the U.S. Treasury to mint commemorative coins for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar coins. The coins will be sold to the public at face value plus surcharges ($35, $10, and $5 per coin, respectively), with all surcharge revenue paid to FWC2026 US, Inc. for U.S. soccer programs. These funds must support soccer initiatives, particularly in underserved communities and youth development, as specified in the bill. The coins are legal tender but will only be issued during 2026, with no net cost to the U.S. government.
Darin LaHood (R) · 294 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Dec 11, 2024

HR 7218: BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimer's Reauthorization Act of 2024

This bill extends funding for the existing Public Health Service Act program focused on raising public awareness about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It authorizes $33 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 to support public health education and outreach initiatives. The program directly affects public health organizations and community groups that develop and distribute educational materials about Alzheimer's prevention, diagnosis, and care. The key provision is the multi-year funding extension, ensuring continued support for nationwide awareness efforts without altering the program's core structure.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $33M annual funding for Alzheimer's public health education, directly increasing government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds $33M annually for Alzheimer's public health education and outreach, directly advancing healthcare prevention and community-based care initiatives under Public Health Service Act.95% confidence
Brett Guthrie (R) · 79 co-sponsors
signed · Illinois · House Nov 25, 2024

HR 6324: Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act

This bill authorizes $3.35 billion for specific construction and renovation projects at 11 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico in fiscal year 2024. It directly affects veterans receiving care at these locations by funding new buildings (like a spinal cord injury facility in San Diego and a research center in San Francisco), renovations (such as seismic retrofits in Portland and mental health expansions in Dallas), and infrastructure upgrades (including parking and utility plants). The bill sets maximum funding levels for each project - like $759.2 million for a new health center in El Paso or $274.3 million for a community living center in Maryland - without changing eligibility or benefits. It does not appropriate funds but authorizes future spending through the VA's Construction, Major Projects account.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $3.35B for VA medical facility construction/renovations, directly funding essential veterans' healthcare infrastructure under government spending appropriations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds VA medical facility construction/renovation including mental health expansions, directly advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes $3.35B for VA medical facility construction/renovations, directly enhancing veteran healthcare infrastructure and services.95% confidence
Mike Bost (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Illinois · House Nov 25, 2024

HR 6249: Think Differently About Emergencies Act

The "Think Differently About Emergencies Act" (HR 6249) requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to report to Congress within 120 days on how it supports individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families during major disasters. The report must detail FEMA’s resources, training, programs, and outreach efforts to states, localities, and nonprofits for these individuals. Within one year, FEMA and the Comptroller General must also review current assistance, identify legal barriers, and propose recommendations to improve support and streamline disaster recovery processes for people with disabilities.
Marcus J. Molinaro (R) · 10 co-sponsors
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