Tammy Baldwin

A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to address registration exemptions for securities of issuers that are rural telephone companies, and for other purposes.

The bill would modify rules that allow rural telephone companies to sell securities without going through the full registration process normally required by the Securities and Exchange Commission. This change would make it easier for smaller telephone companies serving rural areas to raise money by issuing stocks or bonds while still maintaining investor protections. The measure affects rural telecommunications companies and investors who purchase their securities.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program".

Congress would reject a new rule from Medicare and Medicaid that sets health insurance payment amounts and benefits for 2027, preventing it from taking effect. The rule affects millions of Americans with health insurance through the Affordable Care Act and the Basic Health Program, as well as insurance companies and healthcare providers. If approved, this would block the government's planned changes to how much insurers get paid and what coverage they must offer next year.

Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2026

The bill would provide federal grants to organizations that help people travel to and access abortion services, covering expenses like transportation, lodging, and other practical support needed to reach abortion providers. This would primarily affect people who live in areas with limited abortion access and nonprofit organizations that assist them. The proposal is currently under review by the Senate health committee.

Reproductive Health Care Training Act of 2026

The bill would create a federal education program to train more doctors and healthcare providers in abortion procedures and expand access to abortion care training in medical schools and residency programs. It would affect medical students, doctors-in-training, and healthcare institutions that provide reproductive health services. The goal is to increase the number of trained providers available to offer abortion services across the country.

Air Carrier Access Amendments Act

This bill would give airline passengers with disabilities stronger legal protections and remedies if they face discrimination while flying, such as being denied boarding or mistreated by airline staff. It would allow affected passengers to pursue complaints and potentially receive compensation for violations of their rights. The changes aim to ensure that people with disabilities can travel by air with the same access and dignity as other passengers.

Foreign Investment Review Monitoring and Commitment Tracking Oversight Board Act

The government would create a new agency to track whether foreign countries are keeping their promises to invest money in the United States and to investigate if they're breaking those commitments. This would affect American businesses and workers by helping ensure that foreign investment deals actually happen as promised. The agency would have the power to review these international investment agreements and potentially take action if countries fail to follow through.

Volunteer First Responder Housing Act

Volunteer firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and other first responders would gain access to federal housing assistance programs currently available only to low-income households, helping them afford homes in their communities. The legislation would recognize their service by expanding eligibility for programs like down payment assistance and affordable housing loans. This change would particularly benefit volunteer first responders in rural and suburban areas where housing costs have become increasingly difficult to manage on modest incomes.

Wildlife Health Coordination and Zoonotic Disease Prevention Act of 2026

The bill would improve how federal, state, and tribal governments work together to monitor and respond to diseases that spread between wildlife and humans, such as bird flu or other animal-borne illnesses. It aims to strengthen disease surveillance systems and create better coordination plans for handling disease outbreaks before they become widespread public health crises. This would affect wildlife agencies, public health officials, Native American tribes, and ultimately the general public by helping prevent disease transmission from animals to people.

Built To Last Act of 2026

The federal government would establish a standardized set of the best weather forecasting methods and data available, then help organizations that create industry standards access and use this information. This would make weather predictions more consistent and reliable across different sectors like aviation, shipping, and emergency management that depend on accurate forecasts. The Commerce Department and the National Institute of Standards and Technology would work together to coordinate this effort.

A resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" and honoring survivors of sexual assault.

Congress would officially recognize April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day," a day dedicated to raising awareness about sexual assault and honoring survivors. The resolution uses the symbolic wearing of denim—a reference to a historical court case about victim-blaming—to promote education and support for assault survivors. This designation encourages Americans to show solidarity with survivors and raise public awareness about the prevalence and impact of sexual assault.

Build America, Buy America Compliance Act

Federal agencies would have to report every year to Congress and the Made in America Office about which of their infrastructure funding programs are following "Buy America" rules that require using American-made materials and products. The reports would show which programs are fully following these requirements and which ones are falling short, helping Congress track whether taxpayer money for infrastructure projects is actually going toward American-made goods as intended. This affects federal agencies that distribute money for infrastructure projects and companies that bid on government contracts.

A resolution recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.

This resolution honors the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and recognizes Senator Gaylord Nelson, who founded the environmental movement's most visible annual celebration. The measure celebrates Earth Day's role in raising public awareness about environmental protection and conservation issues. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or programs, but rather expresses Congress's appreciation for the holiday and its founder's contributions to environmental advocacy.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

For the Fans Act

This bill would make it easier for people to watch professional sports games by addressing how broadcasts are sold and distributed to consumers. It likely aims to prevent sports leagues from making games unnecessarily hard to find or expensive to watch by limiting exclusive broadcasting deals or requiring more games to be available on widely accessible channels. The changes would affect sports fans, broadcasters, streaming services, and professional sports leagues.

Public Health and Bio-Preparedness Workforce Loan Repayment Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill would extend a program that helps repay student loans for people who work in public health and disease prevention jobs, aiming to attract more workers to these critical fields. The loan repayment assistance would apply to employees in areas like epidemiology, infectious disease control, and emergency preparedness who might otherwise leave these lower-paying government positions for higher-paying private sector jobs. By making these careers more financially attractive, the bill seeks to strengthen America's ability to respond to health emergencies and disease outbreaks.

Perinatal Workforce Act

This bill would likely work to address shortages of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers who specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care by funding training programs, loan forgiveness, or incentives to attract more people to these fields. The legislation would affect pregnant women and new mothers by potentially improving access to maternal healthcare providers in underserved areas, while also helping healthcare workers manage student debt or receive better compensation. The bill aims to ensure more pregnant people have adequate medical support throughout pregnancy and after giving birth.

Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act

This bill would likely expand access to dental care or improve dental health coverage for Americans, though the specific details are still being developed in committee. The proposal appears aimed at making dental treatment more affordable or available to people who currently lack adequate coverage, possibly through changes to insurance requirements or public health programs. Hearings have been held to gather input on how best to address dental health gaps across different populations.

Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

This bill would increase funding and support for training programs that teach doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers how to provide palliative care—medical treatment focused on relieving pain and improving quality of life for seriously ill patients—and hospice services for people nearing the end of life. By expanding educational opportunities in these specialties, the bill aims to ensure more patients have access to compassionate end-of-life care and reduce unnecessary suffering. The measure would affect healthcare providers, medical schools, and patients with serious illnesses or terminal diagnoses.

988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025

This bill would require the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to ensure LGBTQ+ youth have access to affirming mental health support and crisis counselors trained in LGBTQ+ issues. The measure aims to improve how the national crisis hotline serves young people from the LGBTQ+ community who may face higher rates of suicidal thoughts and need culturally competent help.

Secure Tracks Act

The bill aims to improve security measures for railroad operations and infrastructure, likely by establishing new safety standards, funding security upgrades, or requiring railroads to implement better protections against theft, sabotage, or other threats. This would affect railroad companies, their employees, and communities along rail routes that transport goods and passengers. The specific details of what security improvements are required would be determined as the bill moves through the committee process.

A bill to amend the Digital Coast Act to improve the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data of the Digital Coast program and to extend the program.

This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the Digital Coast program managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and makes other changes to the program. Through the program, NOAA administers a digital platform with data, tools, training, and other information to support coastal management needs. The bill requires NOAA to ensure that data and resulting integrated products developed under the program are fully and freely available on the program website and via other sources. Further, NOAA must support existing efforts to acquire and integrate data related to underground infrastructure and subsurface utilities. Finally, NOAA must limit trainings carried out under the program to technical instruction on the use of data and tools provided by the program.

RARE Act

I don't have enough specific information about what this bill actually does. The title "RARE Act" and subject area of health are too vague to determine the concrete policy changes it would make or who it affects. To write an accurate summary, I would need details about the bill's actual provisions—for example, whether it addresses rare diseases, rare medical treatments, or something else entirely.

Domestic Organic Investment Act of 2025

The legislation would increase federal support and funding for domestic organic farming operations, helping farmers transition to or maintain organic production methods through grants, loans, and technical assistance programs. American consumers and farmers would benefit from expanded access to domestically-grown organic products, while the government would invest in strengthening the organic agriculture industry within the United States.

Safe Response Act

Safe Response Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and expands grants to government entities to provide first responders with opioid overdose reversal drugs (e.g., naloxone) and related training. The grant program is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The bill expands the program to include treatment and training for overdoses from other drugs besides opioids (current law limits the program to addressing opioid overdoses). Also, the bill expands the program to more generally include treatments with drugs or devices that are legally marketed under applicable law (current law limits the program to drugs or devices that are officially approved or cleared by the Food and Drug Administration).

DAIRY PRIDE Act

The legislation would prevent non-dairy products like almond milk, oat milk, and soy milk from being labeled as "milk" unless they come from actual dairy animals, requiring these plant-based beverages to use different names on store shelves. This would affect food manufacturers who produce dairy alternatives and consumers who buy these products, potentially making it harder for shoppers to find plant-based options using familiar terminology. The dairy industry supports this change, arguing it protects the traditional meaning of "milk" and prevents consumer confusion.

Healthy H2O Act

The proposal would establish new federal standards and protections for drinking water quality and safety across the country. It would require water systems to test for and limit certain contaminants, and would provide funding to help communities upgrade aging water infrastructure and treatment facilities. The bill primarily affects water utilities, municipalities, and the millions of Americans who rely on public water systems.

Farmers First Act of 2025

Farmers First Act of 2025 This bill extends through FY2030 and revises the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN). This Department of Agriculture program provides competitive grants to states, Indian tribes, and qualified nonprofit organizations to provide stress assistance programs (i.e., professional agricultural behavioral health counseling, helplines, and resources) to individuals engaged in farming, ranching, and agriculture-related occupations. The bill specifies that the grant funding for farm telephone helplines and websites may also be used for crisis lines. Further, FRSAN grant recipients may establish referral relationships with providers, including Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, health centers, rural health clinics, and critical access hospitals.

WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors, to World War II nurses who served in the military during the war. These nurses, who provided critical medical care to wounded soldiers in combat zones and field hospitals, would be recognized for their bravery and sacrifice during the conflict. The medal serves as a formal national acknowledgment of their contributions to the war effort.

SCREENS for Cancer Act of 2025

This bill would likely expand access to cancer screening programs and improve how they're delivered to patients across the country. It probably aims to make cancer detection tests more available and affordable for people who need them, potentially through funding for screening facilities or insurance coverage requirements. The changes would affect patients seeking early cancer detection, healthcare providers offering screening services, and possibly insurance companies.

Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act

People who lose money or property due to crimes, scams, or natural disasters would be allowed to deduct those losses from their taxable income, reducing the taxes they owe. This would primarily help individual victims recover some financial relief through the tax system, though the exact rules about which losses qualify and how much can be deducted would be determined by the legislation's details. The change would affect millions of Americans who experience theft, fraud, or disaster-related losses each year.

Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act

Healthcare and social service workers would gain new federal protections against workplace violence, including requirements for employers to develop safety plans, train staff on de-escalation techniques, and report violent incidents. The law would apply to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, mental health facilities, and other organizations providing health or social services. These protections aim to reduce injuries and trauma for nurses, doctors, therapists, and other frontline workers who face high rates of assault on the job.

Carried Interest Fairness Act of 2025

Carried Interest Fairness Act of 2025 This bill taxes income from carried interest at ordinary income tax rates and makes other changes related to carried interest. (Some exceptions apply.) As background, a general partner in a private equity firm or hedge fund (typically structured as a partnership) generally receives a share of the profits from the assets managed by the general partner (known as carried interest). Under current law, carried interest is characterized (for federal tax purposes) as an interest in a partnership’s capital and, thus, taxed at capital gains tax rates (which may be lower than the applicable ordinary income tax rates). Under the bill, net capital gain and loss attributable to carried interest is recharacterized as ordinary income and loss and, thus, taxed at ordinary income tax rates. (Some exceptions apply.) The bill also treats as ordinary the money (or fair market value of property) received by a partner in a sale or exchange of carried interest. (Thus, the bill extends what is known as the hot asset rule to include carried interest.) Further, the bill deems distributions of carried interest by a partnership in exchange for interest in other partnership property a sale or exchange of such property and, thus, requires the partner to recognize ordinary gain on the distributed carried interest. Finally, the bill imposes self-employment taxes on carried interest income.

COOL Online Act

Country of Origin Labeling Requirement Act or the COOL Online Act This bill requires sellers of imported products online to conspicuously disclose the country of origin of the products and the country where the seller's principal place of business is located. This requirement does not apply to specified products, such as agricultural commodities, food or drugs, or previously owned items. The Federal Trade Commission must enforce violations of this requirement as unfair or deceptive trade practices.