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Reps. Davis, Bergman, Van Drew, and Golden Introduce SMILE for Veterans Act to Expand Rural Dental Care

Reps. Davis, Bergman, Van Drew, and Golden Introduce SMILE for Veterans Act to Expand Rural Dental Care

Reps. Don Davis (NC-01), Jack Bergman (MI-01), Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), and Jared Golden (ME-02) have jointly introduced the SMILE for Veterans Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to establish a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Pilot Program designed to fund local dentists providing care to rural veterans across America. The initiative seeks to address the significant gap in dental care accessibility for veterans, particularly those in rural communities where services are often limited or difficult to reach. Currently, only about 15% of the nearly 9 million veterans receiving VA healthcare are eligible for VA-funded dental care, with eligibility typically restricted to those with service-connected dental issues, a 100% disability rating, or former prisoner-of-war status. The proposed act would allow for the reimbursement of local dentists for treating rural veterans, leveraging existing community providers and infrastructure rather than creating new federal systems. This approach is intended to increase...

Representatives DeSaulnier and Matsui Introduce Bill to Strengthen Food Allergy Protections in Child Nutrition Programs

Representatives DeSaulnier and Matsui Introduce Bill to Strengthen Food Allergy Protections in Child Nutrition Programs

Representatives Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA) and Doris Matsui (D-CA) have introduced the Strengthening Protections for Children with Food Allergies Act (H.R. 10228) in Congress. This proposed legislation aims to enhance food allergy training requirements across various federal child nutrition programs. Additionally, the bill seeks to expand education and outreach initiatives concerning food allergies for families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The introduction of this bill reflects a growing recognition of the need for more comprehensive support and safety measures for children with food allergies within federally funded nutrition programs.

U.S. Representative Glenn Thompson Introduces Legislation to Reaffirm German-American Partnership

U.S. Representative Glenn Thompson Introduces Legislation to Reaffirm German-American Partnership

U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, alongside Massachusetts Congressman Bill Keating, has introduced legislation aimed at reaffirming the United States' relationship with Germany. This resolution seeks to support continued cooperation between the two nations. Representative Thompson highlighted that many Pennsylvanians, particularly in his district, have German roots, underscoring the local relevance of this international partnership. The proposed legislation is intended to formally recognize the shared interests and alliance between the U.S. and Germany, emphasizing the historical and cultural ties that bind the two countries. This move comes as part of broader efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic bonds with key international allies.

Bipartisan Congressional Effort Seeks to Amend Tax Code for Publicly Traded Sports Teams

Bipartisan Congressional Effort Seeks to Amend Tax Code for Publicly Traded Sports Teams

Bipartisan Congressional Effort Seeks to Amend Tax Code for Publicly Traded Sports Teams

Representative Raskin Proposes Smithsonian Exhibit for Trump Administration Artifacts

Representative Raskin Proposes Smithsonian Exhibit for Trump Administration Artifacts

Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD) has introduced a bill that would mandate the Smithsonian Institution to collect and exhibit materials from the Trump administration. This initiative aims to preserve items such as banners featuring President Trump's portrait, which were displayed outside federal buildings like the Labor Department and the Department of Justice. Raskin describes these materials as 'propaganda' and seeks to ensure they are documented as historical artifacts. The proposed exhibition at the National Museum of American History would focus on what Raskin characterizes as the 'rise of governmental propaganda, corruption, and authoritarianism' during that period. He emphasizes the importance of teaching future generations about this era to prevent its recurrence, contrasting this effort with what he perceives as attempts to suppress historical narratives, particularly concerning significant American struggles like slavery and the civil rights movement. The bill intends to create a permanent recor...

Senators Blumenthal and Boozman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Support for Veterans Crisis Line Employees

Senators Blumenthal and Boozman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Support for Veterans Crisis Line Employees

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) have jointly introduced the Veterans Crisis Line Support and Safety Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to improve mental health support and workplace conditions for employees of the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL), many of whom are veterans themselves. Senator Blumenthal emphasized that VCL employees perform life-saving work under difficult circumstances and often face emotionally challenging situations. The bill was developed with input from VCL employees who have reported experiencing harassment and needing additional workplace protections due to the sensitive nature of their work. The legislation seeks to provide free, confidential counseling, establish peer support programs, implement critical incident stress debriefing, and offer annual resiliency/burnout-prevention training. It also proposes reasonable limits on workload and shift duration, mandatory rest periods after ...

Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Bill Extending Emergency Care Reporting Deadline for IHS Patients

Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Bill Extending Emergency Care Reporting Deadline for IHS Patients

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed bipartisan legislation, the IHS Emergency Claims Parity Act, which aims to extend the deadline for Indian Health Service (IHS) patients to report emergency medical care received outside IHS facilities. Currently, most IHS patients are required to notify the IHS Purchased and Referred Care program within 72 hours of receiving emergency treatment from a non-IHS provider. This new bill, co-led by U.S. Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), would extend this reporting period from 72 hours to 15 days. The legislation is designed to alleviate the burden on patients who are recovering from emergencies and may find it difficult to complete administrative paperwork within the tight 72-hour window. The existing 30-day reporting period for elderly or disabled IHS beneficiaries will remain unchanged. The bill now proceeds to the U.S. House of Representatives for further consideration.

U.S. Rep. Randy Weber and Sen. John Cornyn Introduce Bill to Boost Brazoria County Ecotourism

U.S. Rep. Randy Weber and Sen. John Cornyn Introduce Bill to Boost Brazoria County Ecotourism

U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) and U.S. Sen. John Cornyn have co-sponsored the Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area Act. This proposed legislation aims to establish a national recreation area along the Brazoria County coast in Texas. The primary objective of the bill is to enhance ecotourism in the region, drawing more visitors to its natural attractions. The initiative is designed to leverage the unique ecological features of the Brazoria County coastline, promoting conservation while simultaneously stimulating local economic growth through increased tourism.

Meet the Candidate: Veronica Escobar seeks U.S. Representative, 16 seat

Meet the Candidate: Veronica Escobar seeks U.S. Representative, 16 seat

The El Paso Times sent questionnaires to candidates in the 2026 Nov. 3 General Election. Here are answers from U.S. Representative, 16 candidate, Veronica Escobar.

Walberg Human Trafficking Bill Co-Sponsored by Representative Lucy McBath Clears Congress

Walberg Human Trafficking Bill Co-Sponsored by Representative Lucy McBath Clears Congress

A bipartisan bill, H.R. 4307, known as the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, has successfully cleared Congress. The legislation, co-sponsored by Republican Representative Tim Walberg of Michigan’s 5th Congressional District and Democratic Representative Lucy McBath of Georgia, passed the House unanimously on March 3 and the Senate by unanimous consent on September 30. The bill mandates that the U.S. Department of Labor provide training and continuing education to its employees whose work might expose them to signs of human trafficking. This training will cover current trafficking trends, methods for identifying potential victims and traffickers, and procedures for referring suspected cases to the U.S. Department of Justice and other relevant authorities. The legislation also requires collaboration with victim advocacy organizations and federal, state, and local officials.

Trump expands access to tax-exempt diesel fuel

Trump expands access to tax-exempt diesel fuel

By Jarrett Renshaw and Kanishka Singh GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska, Oct 5 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday to expand access to tax-exempt diesel that he unveiled from a rally stage in Nebraska.

Representative Aaron Bean Co-Sponsors Bipartisan PLAN Act to Address Long-Term Care Planning

Representative Aaron Bean Co-Sponsors Bipartisan PLAN Act to Address Long-Term Care Planning

Representative Aaron Bean has co-sponsored the bipartisan PLAN Act in Congress, alongside Representative Tom Suozzi. This legislative initiative aims to enhance Americans' understanding of long-term care needs and encourage proactive planning for such care. The PLAN Act is one of several proposals currently in Congress designed to address the growing challenges associated with long-term care and caregiving in the United States. Other legislative efforts include the WISH Act, which proposes a federal catastrophic long-term care insurance program, and various approaches from Representative Debbie Dingell focusing on Medicare at Home, expanding Medicaid home and community-based services, and supporting the direct-care workforce. These diverse proposals highlight a collective effort to tackle the multifaceted issues surrounding long-term care, emphasizing the need for both public and private sector involvement.