Alma S. Adams

Army Security Agency Monument Act

This bill would authorize the creation of a monument or memorial dedicated to the Army Security Agency, a military intelligence organization that operated during the Cold War. The monument would honor the service and contributions of military personnel and civilians who worked for the agency. Veterans' groups and military history advocates would likely support recognizing this part of American military history.

STAR Act

The proposal would establish or modify federal programs and funding related to transportation infrastructure and public works projects. It would affect states, cities, construction companies, and workers involved in building and maintaining roads, bridges, transit systems, and other public infrastructure. The specific details of what projects would be funded or how the money would be distributed depend on the bill's full text, which is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

This resolution designates April 11-17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week" to raise awareness about the serious health challenges Black women and pregnant people face during pregnancy and childbirth, including higher rates of death and complications compared to other groups. The week aims to highlight the need for better healthcare and support to reduce these disparities. No new laws or funding are created; it's a symbolic designation meant to draw national attention to this public health issue.

Kira Johnson Act

Without access to the specific legislative text, this bill appears to address a health-related issue and has been sent to the House committee responsible for healthcare policy. Based on the name "Kira Johnson Act," it likely honors or responds to a specific health situation or case, though the exact provisions—such as whether it funds research, changes medical regulations, or establishes new patient protections—cannot be determined from the title alone. To understand what this bill would actually do, you would need to review the full text or summary available through Congress.gov.

Improving Access to Nutrition Act of 2026

This bill aims to make it easier for people to access nutritious food, likely by expanding or improving federal nutrition assistance programs like food stamps or school meal programs. The changes would probably affect low-income families, students, and seniors who rely on government food support. The specific details of how access would be improved are still being developed in the House Agriculture Committee.

Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.

This resolution honors the historic 1960 sit-in by four Black college students in Greensboro, North Carolina, who challenged racial segregation at a lunch counter and sparked a nationwide movement for civil rights. The measure recognizes their courage and the significance of this event during Black History Month as an important moment in the fight against discrimination. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of their contribution to American history.

EFFECTIVE Food Procurement Act

The proposal would change how the federal government buys food for programs like school lunches and military meals, likely requiring agencies to purchase more American-grown products and potentially adjusting nutrition standards or pricing rules. This would affect school districts, military bases, food suppliers, and farmers who sell to the government. The bill aims to support domestic agriculture while potentially improving the quality or cost-effectiveness of meals provided to students, service members, and other people served by federal food programs.

Fair Credit for Farmers Act

The proposal would make it easier for farmers to access credit and loans by adjusting how lenders evaluate their creditworthiness, potentially allowing agricultural operations with limited credit histories or non-traditional income patterns to qualify for financing. This could help small and mid-sized farms invest in equipment, land, and operations without being turned away by banks that rely on standard credit scoring methods. The changes would primarily benefit farmers and agricultural businesses seeking to grow or maintain their operations.

Closing the Meal Gap Act of 2025

The legislation would expand federal food assistance programs to help more low-income Americans, particularly children and seniors, access adequate meals throughout the year. It aims to close gaps in existing programs like SNAP (food stamps) and school meal programs by increasing benefits or extending eligibility to people currently just above the income cutoff. The bill would primarily affect families struggling with food insecurity and the organizations that distribute food assistance.

Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

This resolution (1) recognizes the 135 years of significant and meaningful contributions the 1890 Institutions (i.e., historically Black universities established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890) have made to the United States, (2) supports the efforts of the Department of Agriculture and other federal agencies to build stronger partnerships with such institutions, and (3) commits to working in a bipartisan way to address the past funding and program inequities of such institutions.

Real Education and Access for Healthy Youth Act of 2025

The bill would establish or expand health and wellness education programs in schools to help young people learn about physical health, mental health, and healthy lifestyle choices. It affects students, teachers, and school districts by potentially requiring curriculum changes and providing resources for health education. The bill is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts each committee should handle.

Food Secure Strikers Act of 2025

Food Secure Strikers Act of 2025 This bill allows certain striking workers and their households to maintain their eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, the bill provides that a household that would otherwise be eligible to participate in SNAP is eligible for benefits if any member of the household is on strike because of a labor dispute. Current law generally prohibits a household from participating in SNAP if any member of the household is on strike unless the household was eligible for SNAP immediately prior to the strike. Also, under current law, households are not eligible for an increased SNAP allotment as a result of the decreased income of a striking member of the household. The bill expands SNAP eligibility for households with striking workers by repealing both of these restrictions. The bill also allows a government employee who is dismissed for striking and their household to maintain SNAP program eligibility. Specifically, current law prohibits certain individuals who voluntarily and without good cause quit a job from participating in SNAP. Further, a federal, state, or local government employee who participates in a strike against the government that results in their dismissal is considered to have voluntarily quit without good cause. The bill eliminates the provision that considers the dismissed government employee to have voluntarily quit without good cause, thereby allowing the employee and their household to maintain SNAP program eligibility if they are otherwise eligible for the program.

Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

The proposal designates April 11-17, 2025 as "Black Maternal Health Week" to raise awareness about the serious health challenges Black women and pregnant people face during pregnancy and childbirth, including higher rates of death and complications. The week-long recognition aims to draw national attention to these disparities and encourage efforts to reduce maternal mortality and health problems in Black communities. This designation does not create new programs or funding, but rather officially recognizes an existing awareness initiative started by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes.

This bill would expand how historically Black colleges and universities can use federal grant money, likely allowing them to spend funds on a broader range of programs and initiatives beyond their current restrictions. The changes would give these institutions more flexibility to strengthen academics, student services, campus facilities, or other areas they determine are priorities. The bill affects students and faculty at historically Black colleges and universities, as well as the institutions themselves.

Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.

This resolution honors the Greensboro Four sit-in, a pivotal 1960 civil rights protest where four Black college students sat at a segregated lunch counter in North Carolina to challenge racial discrimination. The measure recognizes the historical importance of this nonviolent protest during Black History Month and its role in advancing the civil rights movement. It is a symbolic recognition rather than a law that would change policy or affect specific groups.