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passed · Kentucky · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 736: Protect Small Businesses from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025

This bill extends the deadline for small businesses to file certain financial reports from a variable timeline tied to regulatory dates to a fixed date of January 1, 2026. It modifies Section 5336(b)(1)(B) of Title 31, U.S. Code, directly affecting small businesses already required to submit specific financial disclosures under existing law. The key change simplifies compliance by replacing flexible regulatory deadlines with a single, clear cutoff date. This adjustment provides additional time for affected businesses without altering the underlying reporting requirements.
Zachary Nunn (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 220: Veterans Infertility Treatment Act of 2025

This proposed bill (HR 220) would expand VA healthcare benefits to cover infertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and fertility preservation services for veterans with infertility or at risk of infertility (e.g., due to medical treatments), and their partners. It limits VA coverage to three successful IVF cycles or ten attempts, requires consent from veterans, partners, and donors, and allows use of donated eggs or embryos. Partners would receive travel reimbursement as if they were veterans, and temporary rules during implementation will immediately allow partners to access care without marriage requirements. The bill clarifies VA isn’t required to cover maternity care beyond existing rules and defers full implementation until VA issues final regulations within one year of enactment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands VA healthcare coverage to include infertility treatments (IVF/fertility preservation), directly advancing patient access to reproductive health services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands VA healthcare benefits to cover infertility treatments (IVF/fertility preservation) for veterans and partners, directly advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence
Julia Brownley (D) · 82 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 219: Improving Menopause Care for Veterans Act of 2025

This bill requires the Comptroller General to study and report on menopause care provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to women veterans experiencing perimenopause, menopause, or genitourinary syndrome of menopause. The study will examine current VA protocols for diagnosis, treatment, provider training, veteran access to care, outreach efforts, and quality of care, including veteran feedback. The VA Secretary must then develop a strategic plan within six months of the report's release to improve menopause care access and quality for women veterans under VA healthcare programs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires VA study on menopause care protocols and mandates strategic plan to improve diagnosis, treatment, and access for women veterans - directly advancing care quality within public health programs.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates study and strategic plan to improve VA menopause care for women veterans, directly enhancing healthcare services and addressing a specific health need within veterans' benefits.95% confidence
Julia Brownley (D) · 38 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · Senate Feb 10, 2025

S 499: Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025

This bill automatically prevents government shutdowns by funding federal programs at 94% of the previous fiscal year's level if Congress fails to pass a regular budget on time. For 90 days, funding starts at 94% and decreases by 1% every 90 days until a new budget is enacted, with special rules maintaining full funding for mandatory programs like food assistance. It applies to most government operations but excludes programs with specific legal requirements or those already funded by other laws. The bill ensures continuous service for agencies without requiring new congressional action during funding gaps.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents shutdowns by maintaining 94% funding with full support for mandatory programs, promoting fiscal stability and continuous government operations.95% confidence
Rand Paul (R)
in committee · Kentucky · Senate Feb 10, 2025

S 500: CAREER Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes and updates the CAREER Act, focusing on supporting individuals with substance use disorders through employment and recovery services. It increases annual funding for treatment, recovery, and workforce support grants from $5 million to $12 million (2026-2030), prioritizing areas with the highest 2018-2022 drug overdose deaths, unemployment, and low job market participation. The bill allows up to 5% of grant funds for transportation to work, job training, or recovery services, and extends the Recovery Housing Pilot Program through 2030. It directly affects communities and individuals impacted by substance use disorders by linking federal funding to measurable local needs.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds substance use disorder treatment and job training to reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for substance use disorder treatment/recovery services ($5M to $12M annually), directly advancing healthcare access and public health initiatives for a critical health issue.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases annual funding for workforce support grants from $5M to $12M, prioritizes high-unemployment areas, and funds job training/recovery services to improve employment outcomes.95% confidence
Mitch McConnell (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 1177: Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act

HR 1177, the "Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act," increases tax credits for employers hiring from targeted groups. It raises the credit rate from 40% to 50% for qualified first-year wages up to $6,000, plus 50% for wages between $6,000 and $12,000. The bill also creates higher credit limits for veterans (up to $24,000/$48,000), removes an age cap for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, and adjusts rules for summer youth workers and long-term family assistance recipients. These changes apply to employees hired after December 31, 2024, directly benefiting employers who hire from these eligible groups.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credits for employers hiring targeted groups, providing tax relief through increased credit rates and higher limits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases tax credits for employers hiring targeted groups (veterans, SNAP recipients), promoting employment opportunities for workers facing barriers.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates higher tax credit limits for veterans (up to $24,000/$48,000), directly supporting veteran employment through enhanced employer incentives.95% confidence
Lloyd Smucker (R) · 17 co-sponsors
passed · Kentucky · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 29: Laken Riley Act

The Laken Riley Act expands mandatory detention for immigrants convicted of certain property crimes like burglary, theft, or shoplifting by adding these offenses to existing immigration detention criteria. It requires the federal government to issue detainers for such individuals and take custody if not detained by local authorities. The bill also grants state attorneys general standing to sue federal officials in federal court if they believe immigration enforcement actions (like releasing detained immigrants) cause the state financial harm exceeding $100. This creates new legal pathways for states to challenge federal immigration decisions through expedited lawsuits.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands mandatory detention for property crimes, increasing incarceration without reform, opposing criminal justice reform principles by expanding criminalization.92% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationExpands mandatory detention for immigrants convicted of property crimes, requiring federal detainers and increasing enforcement - directly restricts immigrant liberties via stricter detention policies.95% confidence
Mike Collins (R) · 54 co-sponsors
passed · Kentucky · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 26: Protecting American Energy Production Act

The Protecting American Energy Production Act (HR 26) states that Congress believes states should have primary authority to regulate hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for oil and natural gas on state and private lands. It prohibits the President from imposing a moratorium on fracking without a new law passed by Congress. This bill directly affects federal executive authority by preventing unilateral federal bans and reinforces state regulatory roles. The key provision ensures any federal restriction on fracking would require a specific act of Congress, rather than executive action.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill blocks federal fracking bans, reinforcing fossil fuel production over clean energy policies by prioritizing state authority and preventing federal restrictions.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks federal fracking moratoriums, shifts regulatory authority to states (often with weaker standards), and prevents federal environmental restrictions on oil/gas production.85% confidence
August Pfluger (R) · 18 co-sponsors
passed · Kentucky · House Feb 10, 2025

HR 27: HALT Fentanyl Act

The HALT Fentanyl Act (HR 27) creates a new category of Schedule I controlled substances for "fentanyl-related substances" defined by specific chemical modifications to fentanyl. This law directly affects researchers, medical professionals, and law enforcement by expanding the legal definition of fentanyl-related substances to include many structurally similar compounds. Key provisions include streamlined registration processes for research on these substances, allowing researchers to conduct studies with expedited procedures if related to FDA-approved drug development or government-funded research. The bill requires the Attorney General to issue implementing rules within six months and includes penalties for violations involving these substances.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization of fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I, increasing enforcement focus over reform or treatment programs.85% confidence
H. Morgan Griffith (R) · 61 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1123: To abolish the United States Agency for International Development, and for other purposes.

This bill would abolish the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) by ending all federal funding for its operations. Starting on the bill's enactment date, no funds may be used for USAID's functions under the Foreign Assistance Act or other laws, and any unused funds as of the day before enactment would be rescinded. All remaining USAID assets and liabilities would be transferred to the Secretary of State. The bill directly affects USAID's ability to carry out international development and humanitarian assistance programs.
Marjorie Taylor Greene (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1113: Race Horse Cost Recovery Act of 2025

The Race Horse Cost Recovery Act of 2025 would amend the tax code to allow owners of race horses to deduct the full cost of their horses over a three-year period for tax purposes, instead of the standard longer depreciation schedule. This change would directly affect race horse owners, breeders, and trainers in the horse racing industry by accelerating their tax deductions for horse purchases. The bill specifically adds "race horse" to the list of property eligible for this accelerated depreciation under the Internal Revenue Code. The provision applies to race horses placed in service after December 31, 2022.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates targeted tax deduction for race horse owners, a specific industry benefit rather than broad tax relief or fiscal responsibility, aligning with tax breaks for wealthy groups.85% confidence
Andy Barr (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Kentucky · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1137: No Kill Switches in Cars Act

HR 1137, the "No Kill Switches in Cars Act," repeals Section 24220 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58), which previously required vehicle manufacturers to implement advanced impaired driving technology. This bill directly affects car manufacturers by removing a mandate to integrate specific safety technology designed to detect driver impairment. The key provision is the repeal itself, eliminating the requirement without creating new obligations or altering existing vehicle safety standards.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRepeals mandate for impaired driving tech, reducing regulatory requirements for vehicle safety technology90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals mandate for impaired driving safety technology, weakening vehicle safety standards in transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Scott Perry (R) · 35 co-sponsors
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