Kathy Castor

To increase transparency relating to the Department of Energy's authorizations of certain nuclear facilities.

The Department of Energy would be required to publicly disclose more information about how it authorizes nuclear facilities, making the approval process more transparent to Congress and the public. This affects nuclear power plants, research reactors, and other nuclear operations that need DOE approval, as well as anyone interested in understanding how the government oversees nuclear safety and security decisions.

At HOME Services Act

Medicare would test a two-year program allowing hospitals to provide observation care services to seniors in their homes instead of requiring them to come to the hospital. This would let doctors monitor patients' conditions remotely while they recover at home, potentially making care more convenient and comfortable for elderly Medicare patients. The program would help determine whether home-based observation services are safe and cost-effective compared to traditional hospital-based care.

Energy Threat Analysis Center Act of 2026

The bill would establish a new center within the federal government to identify and analyze threats to the nation's energy infrastructure, such as cyberattacks, natural disasters, or supply disruptions. This center would help energy companies, government agencies, and policymakers understand risks to power grids, oil and gas systems, and other critical energy facilities so they can better prepare and respond to emergencies. The goal is to strengthen the reliability and security of the energy systems that Americans depend on for electricity, heating, and transportation.

Advancing Safe Medications for Moms and Babies Act of 2026

The legislation would require the Food and Drug Administration to improve how it evaluates and labels medications that pregnant women and nursing mothers take, ensuring that doctors and patients have better information about safety risks for both mother and baby. It would also establish new research programs to fill gaps in knowledge about which drugs are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, since many medications have never been properly tested in these situations. The changes would affect pregnant women, new mothers, their healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical companies that develop and market these drugs.

PREVENT HPV Cancers Act of 2025

The legislation would expand access to HPV vaccines by requiring insurance coverage without cost-sharing and increasing funding for vaccination programs in underserved communities. It aims to prevent certain cancers caused by human papillomavirus infection, particularly cervical cancer and other cancers in both men and women. The bill would affect patients, insurance companies, and public health programs working to increase vaccination rates across the country.

Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act

The bill would expand access to lung cancer screening by making it easier and more affordable for people at risk to get tested early, likely through changes to insurance coverage and Medicare/Medicaid rules. This would primarily affect current and former smokers and others at high risk for lung cancer, as well as healthcare providers and insurers who would need to cover these screening services. Early detection of lung cancer can significantly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates.

CLEANER Act of 2025

The CLEANER Act would establish new environmental protection standards and regulations, likely focusing on reducing pollution and improving air or water quality across the United States. The bill would affect businesses that produce emissions or pollutants, as well as everyday Americans who benefit from cleaner air and water. The proposal is currently under review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce to determine its specific requirements and potential impacts.

Ethics in Energy Act of 2025

This bill would establish new ethics rules and oversight requirements for the energy industry, likely aiming to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure transparency in how energy companies operate and make decisions. It would probably affect energy companies, their executives, and potentially government officials who work with the energy sector. The specific requirements would depend on the bill's detailed provisions, which would be developed as it moves through the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Honest Elections and Campaign, No Gain Act

Honest Elections and Campaign, No Gain Act This bill establishes certain requirements for disbursing unused funds after a federal election. The bill also requires former candidates serving as registered lobbyists or foreign agents to comply with disbursement requirements. Specifically, the bill requires each authorized committee or leadership political action committee (PAC) of a candidate to disburse all unused funds within a specified time period beginning after an election or before the candidate registers as a lobbyist or foreign agent, unless the candidate files to run for office again before the disbursement period begins. A committee or PAC disbursing unspent funds shall first pay any obligations incurred. If funds are left over, the committee or PAC may only disburse the funds in one or more of the following ways: (1) returning funds to donors; (2) making contributions to nonprofit organizations; and (3) transferring funds without limitation to a national, state, or local committee of a political party. The bill generally prohibits disbursements to relatives of the candidate. A former candidate must, in order to register as a lobbyist or foreign agent, comply with the disbursement requirements outlined by this bill.

Advancing GETs Act of 2025

The bill aims to advance geothermal energy technology and development in the United States, likely by providing funding, tax incentives, or regulatory support to make geothermal power more accessible and cost-effective. This would affect energy companies, utilities, and communities looking to develop geothermal resources as a renewable energy source. The measure has been sent to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for review.

Florida Coastal Protection Act

This bill would likely establish protections or regulations for Florida's coastal areas, possibly related to energy development, infrastructure, or environmental safeguards along the state's shorelines. The specific measures could affect energy companies, coastal property owners, and residents living in vulnerable areas, though the exact details would depend on the bill's provisions. It is currently under review by the House Committee on Natural Resources to determine whether it should move forward for a vote.