Brendan F. Boyle

Philadelphia Campaign Two Hundred and Fiftieth Commemoration Commission Act

The proposal would create a special commission to plan and oversee events and activities commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Philadelphia Campaign, a series of Revolutionary War battles fought in and around Philadelphia in 1777-1778. The commission would coordinate with local, state, and federal officials to organize historical programs, educational initiatives, and public celebrations marking this milestone in American history. This affects historians, educators, veterans' groups, and Philadelphia-area communities interested in preserving and sharing Revolutionary War heritage.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to temporarily suspend certain fuel excise taxes for fuel separated during periods in which the national average price of gasoline exceeds $3.99 per gallon, and to prohibit certain credits or deductions for oil and gas companies during such periods.

When the national average gas price goes above $3.99 per gallon, the federal fuel tax would be temporarily suspended, lowering what drivers pay at the pump. During these same periods, oil and gas companies would be prohibited from claiming certain tax credits and deductions, offsetting some of the lost tax revenue. The measure aims to provide relief to consumers during periods of high gas prices while limiting tax breaks for energy companies.

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct an interagency review to accelerate lung cancer research, prevention, and awareness with respect to women and underserved populations. The review must report on the status of existing research and current knowledge gaps; identify new opportunities for collaborative research to determine the causes of lung cancer and advance prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment; and provide recommendations for a national lung cancer screening strategy and public education campaign.

Protecting American History Act

This bill likely aims to preserve or protect historical sites and landmarks on federal lands, such as national parks, forests, or monuments. It may restrict changes to these areas or establish new protections for places with cultural or historical significance that Americans want to keep intact for future generations.

Congressional Power of the Purse Act

This bill would strengthen Congress's control over federal spending by requiring stricter oversight of how government agencies use taxpayer money and potentially limiting the executive branch's ability to spend funds without explicit congressional approval. The legislation affects all federal agencies and departments, as well as taxpayers who fund government operations. It has been referred to multiple committees for review to determine which parts fall under each committee's area of responsibility.

Tax Fairness for Workers Act

This bill would likely change how workers' income is taxed, though the specific changes aren't detailed in the available information. Based on its title, it probably aims to adjust tax rules to benefit individual workers, possibly by modifying tax rates, deductions, or how different types of worker income are treated. The bill is currently under review by the House committee that handles tax policy.

Providing for a joint session of the Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, July 2, 2026, in honor of the semiquincentennial of the Declaration of Independence.

Congress would hold a special joint session meeting in Philadelphia on July 2, 2026, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This would bring together members of the House and Senate for a ceremonial event marking this major milestone in American history. The proposal is currently being reviewed by the House Judiciary Committee.