Brian Babin

NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act

The bill would upgrade the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) weather radio system with modern technology to improve how emergency weather alerts reach the public. This affects everyone who relies on weather warnings during storms and emergencies, as well as the government agencies responsible for broadcasting those alerts. The upgrades would help ensure that critical information about severe weather reaches people faster and more reliably through their radios and mobile devices.

SUSHI Act

The bill addresses management and conservation of public lands and natural resources, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its status as an amended substitute ordered for reporting, it likely proposes changes to how federal agencies oversee public lands, protect wildlife habitats, or manage resource use on government-owned property. The measure would affect federal land managers, outdoor recreation users, conservation groups, and potentially industries that extract resources from public lands.

NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill would authorize funding and set priorities for NASA's operations and programs over the next several years, covering everything from space exploration and scientific research to satellite communications and Earth observation. The legislation would determine how much money NASA receives and what missions it should focus on, affecting thousands of NASA employees, contractors, and the broader space industry. The bill passed its committee unanimously, suggesting broad bipartisan support for the agency's work.

REDI Act

Resident Education Deferred Interest Act or the REDI Act This bill allows borrowers in medical or dental internships or residency programs to defer student loan payments until the completion of their programs.

Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025

Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 This bill limits birthright citizenship by redefining what it means to be subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. Currently, a person born in the United States and subject to U.S. jurisdiction is entitled to citizenship. Under the bill, a person is subject to U.S. jurisdiction if he or she is born to a parent who is (1) a U.S. citizen or national, (2) a lawful permanent resident residing in the United States, or (3) a non-U.S. national ( alien under federal law) with a lawful immigration status who is performing active service in the Armed Forces. The bill does not affect the citizenship or nationality status of any person born before the bill's enactment date.