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in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HCONRES 23: Supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility.

This symbolic resolution (HCONRES 23) expresses Congress's support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, observed annually on March 31. It encourages Americans to recognize and celebrate transgender community achievements while acknowledging ongoing challenges like discrimination in employment, healthcare, and public accommodations. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally endorses the day's purpose through non-binding statements of support and recognition. It directly affects the broader public by promoting awareness and respect for transgender individuals' rights and contributions.
Sara Jacobs (D) · 70 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HJRES 86: Providing for congressional disapproval of the report of enhancement or upgrade of sensitive foreign military related to a sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

HJRES 86 blocks a specific cost increase for an existing U.S. defense sale to Israel. It prohibits a $624 million upgrade to Major Defense Equipment and $269 million in other defense services, as reported in a March 3, 2025 congressional notice. The bill uses Congress’s authority under the Arms Export Control Act to disapprove this adjustment to a pre-approved sale. This directly affects the Government of Israel’s defense procurement by halting the implementation of the increased costs. The resolution targets a specific transaction (Transmittal No. 25-0C) rather than creating new policy.
Rashida Tlaib (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HJRES 84: Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

HJRES 84 is a congressional resolution that would block a specific proposed military sale to Israel. It targets defense articles including D9R and D9T Caterpillar bulldozers, spare parts, technical support services, and related logistics support described in a March 3, 2025, congressional notice. If passed, the resolution would prohibit the sale of these items by preventing the foreign military sale from moving forward under the Arms Export Control Act.
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HJRES 85: Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

HJRES 85 is a resolution that would block a specific proposed U.S. military sale to Israel. It targets the sale of 201 MK 83 bombs, 4,799 BLU-110 bombs, and 5,000 guidance kits for these weapons, as detailed in a government transmittal. If approved, the resolution would prevent the U.S. government from moving forward with this transaction. The measure directly affects the transfer of these defense articles to Israel. It is a disapproval resolution for one specific sale, not a new law.
Rashida Tlaib (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HJRES 83: Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

HJRES 83 is a joint resolution seeking congressional disapproval of a specific proposed U.S. military sale to Israel. It directly targets the sale of 35,529 MK 84 or BLU-117 general-purpose bomb bodies and 4,000 I-2000 Penetrator warheads, as detailed in a March 2025 government transmittal. If passed, the resolution would prohibit the U.S. government from proceeding with this particular foreign military sale under the Arms Export Control Act. The bill affects the executive branch's ability to authorize the sale and Israel as the intended recipient of these defense articles.
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HRES 279: Expressing support for designation of a Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on the last Saturday of March 2025.

HRES 279 is a symbolic resolution expressing congressional support for designating the last Saturday of March 2025 as "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day." It directly honors veterans who served in the Vietnam War (1961-1975), recognizing their service and the challenges they faced upon returning home. The resolution encourages public observance through ceremonies and activities to raise awareness of their contributions and support for veterans' re-adjustment to civilian life. It does not create new laws or allocate funding, serving only as a formal expression of support.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSymbolic resolution honoring Vietnam War veterans' service and re-adjustment, aligning with recognition indicator for veteran support.95% confidence
Linda T. Sánchez (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2486: Heating and Cooling Relief Act

The Heating and Cooling Relief Act (HR 2486) expands the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help low-income households struggling with energy costs. It increases funding to cover all eligible households (those with incomes up to 250% of poverty level or 80% of State median income), sets a goal that no household should spend more than 3% of income on energy, and requires states to operate assistance programs year-round. The bill includes new protections against utility shutoffs for 2 years after assistance is received, prohibits late fees during the 6 months following assistance, and mandates weatherization and energy efficiency improvements in low-income housing. It also requires states to develop extreme heat response plans and addresses the $21 billion in residential utility arrears as of September 2024.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands LIHEAP funding to cover all eligible households, increases government spending on energy assistance for low-income families95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpands LIHEAP to cap energy costs at 3% of income and prevent utility shutoffs, protecting low-income consumers from high energy expenses.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands LIHEAP to reduce energy costs for low-income households (up to 250% poverty level), directly addressing housing affordability through energy assistance and preventing utility shutoffs.85% confidence
Yassamin Ansari (D) · 53 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2514: Trucker Bathroom Access Act

HR 2514, the Trucker Bathroom Access Act, requires businesses like warehouses, distribution centers, and shipping facilities (but not small restaurants under 800 sq ft) to allow commercial truck drivers access to their restrooms when delivering goods or waiting to load cargo. It also mandates that port terminals provide sufficient restrooms for drayage truck operators (drivers of large trucks moving cargo at ports) in safe, accessible areas, including parking spots for vehicle access. The bill does not require businesses to make physical restroom changes and exempts locations where access would create health, safety, or security risks. It defines "covered drivers" as those operating commercial vehicles regulated by the Department of Transportation and "covered restrooms" as those safely accessible to drivers. This law directly affects truck drivers and the businesses they interact with during deliveries or port operations.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates restroom access for truck drivers at workplaces, addressing workplace safety and dignity, a direct protection of workers' rights.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates restroom access for truckers at facilities/port terminals, enhancing driver safety and operational efficiency in transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Troy E. Nehls (R) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2501: Free Speech Fairness Act

The Free Speech Fairness Act (HR 2501) would amend tax law to allow 501(c)(3) organizations, such as charities and educational nonprofits, to make political campaign statements as part of their regular activities without risking their tax-exempt status. The bill specifies that these statements must be made in the ordinary course of the organization's exempt purpose and result in only minimal additional costs. This change clarifies that routine political commentary by these groups does not violate their tax-exempt status under current rules. The provision would apply to tax years beginning after the bill's enactment.
Mark Harris (R) · 38 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2497: Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2025

This bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to launch a national public education campaign about abortion access. The campaign must provide medically accurate information on where to obtain abortion services (including medication abortion), legal rights for out-of-state care, identifying misleading anti-abortion centers, spotting disinformation, and protecting personal health data. It specifically targets underserved communities like people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, rural residents, and those with low incomes, while prohibiting the promotion of misinformation or abstinence-only programs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides medically accurate abortion access information to underserved communities, improving healthcare access and protecting patient rights per bill's education campaign focus.92% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly mentions protecting immigrants as an underserved community and ensuring access to abortion services, which supports immigrant rights and services.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly requires protecting personal health data as part of its public education campaign, directly addressing data privacy within technology policy.95% confidence
Jasmine Crockett (D) · 52 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2487: Transgender Health Care Access Act

HR 2487, the Transgender Health Care Access Act, aims to improve access to gender-affirming care for transgender individuals by funding training and education for healthcare providers. The bill provides $10 million annually for medical schools to develop curricula on gender-affirming care and culturally competent treatment, and $15 million annually for grants to train medical residents, nurse practitioners, and community health centers serving transgender patients. It specifically targets rural providers through $5 million annually for collaborative networks to expand care in underserved areas. The legislation requires a report to Congress within two years detailing progress in improving health equity for transgender populations.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $10M for medical school curricula and $15M for training healthcare providers, directly funding education programs related to gender-affirming care.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds $10M for medical school curricula and $15M for provider training on gender-affirming care, directly expanding access to transgender healthcare services.95% confidence
Becca Balint (D) · 79 co-sponsors
in committee · Wisconsin · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2527: Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act of 2025

HR 2527, the Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act of 2025, provides federal grants to states, territories, tribes, and urban Indian organizations to establish statewide vision screening and intervention programs for children. The bill requires grantees to implement vision screenings in medical, home, educational, and early learning settings, develop data systems for tracking outcomes, and improve access to care for underserved children in rural and low-income communities. It also authorizes technical assistance grants through the CDC to help develop screening systems, share best practices, and conduct research on vision care programs. The bill allocates $5 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030 to fund these activities, targeting early detection to prevent vision-related learning and developmental challenges.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides federal grants to fund statewide vision screening programs, directly advancing government spending on essential public health services for children.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides federal grants for vision screenings in educational settings, improves access for underserved students in schools, aligning with educational access and student support indicators.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides federal grants for vision screening programs in underserved communities, improving early detection access for children's health services.95% confidence
Marc A. Veasey (D) · 28 co-sponsors
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