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in committee · Iowa · Senate Sep 15, 2025

S 2800: Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act

This bill expands Medicare coverage to include certain pharmacist services in medically underserved areas. It allows pharmacists licensed in their state to provide services that would otherwise be covered if done by a physician (like medication management), specifically in health professional shortage areas or medically underserved regions. Medicare would pay 80% of the physician fee schedule rate for these services, starting January 1, 2027. The bill requires the development of new billing codes for pharmacists under Medicare's physician fee schedule. It directly affects pharmacists working in designated underserved communities and Medicare beneficiaries there.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicare coverage for pharmacist services in underserved areas, improving access to medication management and addressing health professional shortages.95% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 15, 2025

HR 5357: College Students Continuation of Mental Health Care Act of 2025

HR 5357, the College Students Continuation of Mental Health Care Act of 2025, allows college mental health providers to offer telehealth services to enrolled or recently attending students across state lines. It directly affects college mental health providers (employed by institutions of higher education) and students registered at or who attended the college within the past three months. Key provisions require providers to verify student identity, obtain consent for telehealth, maintain backup communication methods, and respect state prohibitions on specific services while operating under their home state’s licensing rules. The bill also clarifies that malpractice insurance covers these telehealth services as if provided in the provider’s home state and permits states to form compacts to facilitate cross-state telehealth.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands mental health access for college students via telehealth across state lines, directly supporting higher education by improving student well-being and educational access without restrictions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health access for students via telehealth across state lines, directly improving patient access to care under healthcare topic.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables telehealth services across state lines, expanding access to mental health care through technology for college students.75% confidence
Mike Flood (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2794: DECLINE Act

The DECLINE Act requires federal agencies to immediately deactivate government payment cards (like purchase or travel cards) when employees leave their positions, including through separation, retirement, or discharge. Agencies must collect physical cards, remove them from digital wallets, and stop card usage within 30 days of an employee’s departure. This applies to all federal employees, including those in senior executive roles and policy-determining positions. Agencies must also report annually to Congress on compliance, card deactivations, and misuse prevention to prevent fraud or unauthorized spending.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires deactivation of payment cards to prevent unauthorized access, enhancing cybersecurity measures for federal systems.90% confidence
Joni Ernst (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 11, 2025

HR 5297: PARTNERS Act

The PARTNERS Act would provide federal funding to states to support regional industry partnerships that connect small and medium-sized businesses with workers through registered apprenticeships and other work-based learning programs. These partnerships would help businesses develop training programs while offering workers paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction, particularly targeting in-demand industry sectors. The bill requires partnerships to serve workers with barriers to employment and provide at least 12 months of support services, including job placement assistance and retention support. States would allocate funds to local partnerships that must track performance metrics related to program participation and outcomes, with specific reporting requirements for different demographic groups. The legislation aims to expand access to quality training pathways while connecting businesses with skilled workers in targeted industries.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides federal funding for workforce development programs, advancing government spending on job training initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds regional partnerships for paid apprenticeships and work-based learning, targeting workers with employment barriers to enhance job access and skills development.90% confidence
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 2764: STUDENT Act

This bill amends the Higher Education Act to require lenders to disclose the total interest cost of federal student loans over their full term, using the standard repayment plan. It directly affects borrowers by adding this total interest figure to existing disclosure forms under Section 433(a). The key change mandates that loan agreements clearly show the cumulative interest a borrower would pay, helping them understand the full financial impact of their loan. This is a disclosure requirement, not a new benefit or program.
Joni Ernst (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 881: Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to require renewable fuel components in fuel for ocean-going vessels, alongside existing requirements for home heating oil and jet fuel. It directly affects shipping companies operating ocean vessels by mandating renewable fuel content starting in the second calendar year after enactment. The key mechanism updates the definition in the Clean Air Act to explicitly include "fuel for ocean-going vessels" in the renewable fuel requirements. The Environmental Protection Agency must issue implementing regulations within one year of the bill's enactment and submit a report to Congress one year after those regulations are finalized.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates renewable fuel components for ocean vessels under Clean Air Act, advancing renewable energy use in shipping sector per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates renewable fuel for ocean vessels under Clean Air Act, reducing shipping emissions and expanding environmental regulations.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates renewable fuel for ocean vessels, promoting sustainable shipping practices within transportation infrastructure as a direct Clean Air Act amendment.95% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 5268: FAIR Trucking Act

HR 5268, the FAIR Trucking Act, changes federal court jurisdiction for certain trucking accident lawsuits. It gives federal courts original jurisdiction over civil cases involving bodily harm or death from commercial motor vehicles (like large trucks) in interstate commerce, provided the damages exceed $5 million and involve parties from different states or a foreign entity. This primarily affects accident victims seeking compensation and interstate trucking companies, shifting these high-value cases from state to federal courts. The bill does not alter liability rules but changes where such cases must be filed.
Ashley Hinson (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 5269: RESULTS Act

The RESULTS Act (HR 5269) changes how Medicare calculates payment rates for clinical diagnostic laboratory tests. It requires Medicare to collect data on private payor rates for widely available non-Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory Tests (non-ADLTs) from a qualifying independent claims data entity (a national nonprofit organization meeting specific criteria) rather than relying on data reported directly by laboratories. For tests where data is unavailable, the bill establishes default payment rates based on previous years' rates adjusted for inflation. The law also requires Medicare to publicly explain payment rates with supporting data, affecting Medicare beneficiaries, clinical laboratories, and private payors that provide services covered by Medicare.
Richard Hudson (R) · 121 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 5271: Pakistan Freedom and Accountability Act

This bill directs the U.S. President to identify Pakistani officials responsible for undermining democracy and human rights within 180 days of enactment, then impose Global Magnitsky sanctions on them. It targets senior government, military, or security officials found to have committed gross human rights violations or interfered with democratic processes, such as during Pakistan’s 2024 elections or through constitutional changes. Sanctions would include asset freezes and travel bans, with exceptions for humanitarian aid, UN obligations, and national security activities. The bill expires on September 30, 2030, and aims to pressure Pakistan to uphold democratic norms, human rights, and judicial independence.
Bill Huizenga (R) · 111 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 5260: Pay Our Border Patrol and Customs Agents Act

This bill ensures U.S. Border Patrol Agents and Customs and Border Protection officers who continue working during a government shutdown receive their salaries. It authorizes funding from the Treasury for fiscal year 2026 to cover their salaries and expenses during any lapse in discretionary appropriations. The measure specifically applies to employees "excepted from furlough," meaning those required to work during shutdowns. It does not change eligibility for pay but guarantees funding for these personnel during funding gaps.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes Treasury funding for border agents' salaries during shutdowns, directly funding essential government personnel.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill ensures salary payment for essential workers during government shutdowns, protecting worker compensation rights.95% confidence
Monica De La Cruz (R) · 32 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 3770: FIREARM Act

The FIREARM Act (HR 3770) changes how federal firearm licensees (like dealers) handle violations of firearms laws. It requires the Attorney General to give licensees 30 business days to correct minor, self-reported violations - such as clerical errors - with assistance and training, instead of automatically revoking licenses. The bill also adds a 15-day window for licensees to challenge revocations in federal court, where courts must review the case anew and only uphold revocations if the licensee willfully violated the law. Additionally, it applies retroactively to licensees whose licenses were revoked under a 2021 enforcement policy, allowing them to reapply if they meet compliance requirements.
Darrell Issa (R) · 41 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 3593: Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 3593, the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025, reauthorizes and expands federal funding for nursing education programs to address workforce shortages. It directly affects nursing schools, nurse practitioner, nurse-midwifery, nurse anesthesia, and clinical nurse specialist programs by expanding grant eligibility to include these specific training pathways. Key provisions include increasing annual funding from $137 million to $184 million (2026-2030), requiring schools to use funds for simulation/technology resources and faculty/student expansion, and adding clinical partnerships with healthcare facilities. The bill also updates terminology and adds protections for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in nursing education settings.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases federal funding for nursing education programs, directly supporting higher education workforce development through expanded grants and budget increases.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases nursing workforce funding from $137M to $184M annually and expands grant eligibility for nursing education programs, directly strengthening healthcare workforce capacity.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds nursing education programs to address workforce shortages, expanding training pathways and increasing annual funding to strengthen nursing workforce development.95% confidence
David P. Joyce (R) · 21 co-sponsors
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