Rosa L. DeLauro

Physician Education for Fistula Treatment Act

The bill would provide funding and support to train doctors who specialize in women's health, particularly obstetrician-gynecologists and urogynecology specialists, in developing countries around the world. This assistance aims to help these countries improve medical care for women by building up their healthcare workforce in these specialized areas. The funding would help address gaps in women's healthcare services in the poorest nations globally.

To improve the safety of pasteurized donor human milk and enhance regulation.

The federal government would establish new safety standards and oversight rules for pasteurized donor human milk, which is used in hospitals and by families with newborns and infants. The measure would require facilities that process and distribute this milk to follow stricter safety protocols and reporting requirements to prevent contamination and ensure the product meets quality standards. This would primarily affect milk banks, hospitals, and families who rely on donor milk for infants who cannot be breastfed.

Calling for a trade policy that supports workers, consumers, independent farmers, small businesses, and the environment.

The resolution calls for the federal government to develop trade policies that prioritize the interests of American workers, consumers, farmers, small business owners, and environmental protection rather than focusing solely on large corporations. It suggests that future trade agreements should be designed to keep jobs in the U.S., keep prices affordable for shoppers, support independent farmers against large agricultural corporations, help small businesses compete fairly, and prevent damage to the environment. The proposal is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Ways and Means, which handles tax and trade matters.

CHARTER Act

This bill would prevent charter schools from receiving federal education funding if they hire for-profit companies to run or manage their operations, requiring them to be operated by nonprofit organizations instead. The change would affect charter schools and the for-profit management companies that currently contract with them, potentially forcing schools to restructure their management or lose access to federal dollars for education programs and special education services. The goal is to ensure that federal education money goes directly to nonprofit educational organizations rather than for-profit businesses.

Savings Opportunity and Affordable Repayment Act

Savings Opportunity and Affordable Repayment Act This bill creates a new income-driven repayment plan for student loans called the Savings Opportunity and Affordable Repayment (SOAR) plan. The SOAR plan has similar provisions to, but further expands on, the Department of Education's (ED's) final rule published on July 10, 2023, that created the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. The SAVE plan was blocked by federal courts. The bill directs ED to carry out a SOAR plan program that complies with specified requirements. The bill allows all federal student loan types to be eligible for repayment under the SOAR plan, including Parent PLUS Loans and Federal Family Education Loans. Under the SOAR plan, a federal student loan borrower whose income is at or below 250% of the federal poverty level (FPL) has $0 monthly payments. A borrower whose income is over 250% of the FPL pays 5% of their discretionary income on loans obtained for undergraduate study and 10% of their discretionary income for all other outstanding loans (e.g., loans obtained for graduate study). Additionally, under the SOAR plan, holders of eligible federal student loans (e.g., ED or private lenders) must apply 50% of the borrower's monthly payment toward outstanding principal. The other 50% must be applied in the following order: (1) accrued charges and collection costs on the loan, (2) outstanding interest, and (3) outstanding principal. ED must forgive any loan balance that remains outstanding after a specified maximum repayment period (e.g., 10 years or 15 years).

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4213) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 4213) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

Infant Formula Safety Modernization Act of 2026

This bill would update the rules that the FDA uses to inspect and regulate infant formula manufacturers, making safety standards more current and giving the agency stronger tools to catch problems before formula reaches store shelves. It would likely require companies to follow stricter testing and reporting requirements, and could give the FDA faster authority to recall unsafe products. Parents and infants would benefit from tighter oversight, while formula manufacturers would need to meet more rigorous safety standards.

Tariff Relief for Consumers Act

This bill would likely reduce or eliminate tariffs (taxes on imported goods) on certain products to lower prices for American consumers and businesses. By making imported goods cheaper, the legislation aims to ease inflation and reduce what families pay for everyday items, though it could affect domestic manufacturers who compete with foreign producers. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House committee that handles tax and trade policy.

Healthy Families Act

The Healthy Families Act would require employers to provide paid sick leave to their workers, allowing employees to take time off for their own illness or to care for sick family members without losing pay. The law would apply to most private employers and would give workers a set number of paid sick days each year that they could use for medical appointments, preventive care, or caring for relatives. This would primarily affect workers who currently lack paid sick leave benefits and employers who would need to adjust their leave policies.

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026 This bill provides FY2026 appropriations for various agencies and offices within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), except for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and management and oversight activities of the Office of the Secretary. Specifically, the bill provides appropriations to DHS for the Federal Protective Service, the Office of Inspector General, the Transportation Security Administration, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Secret Service, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, and the Science and Technology Directorate. The bill does not provide appropriations for some agencies and activities that have been funded in prior DHS appropriations acts, including ICE, CBP, and management and oversight activities of the Office of the Secretary.

American Business for American Companies Act of 2026

This bill would likely require the federal government and military to prioritize buying products and services from American companies rather than foreign ones. The measure would affect government spending decisions across agencies and defense contracts, potentially making it more expensive or complicated for federal agencies to purchase goods and services but aiming to support domestic businesses and workers.

Find It Early Act

The bill aims to improve early detection and screening for diseases by expanding access to diagnostic tests and preventive health services. It would likely affect patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies by making it easier and more affordable for people to catch serious health conditions in their early stages when treatment is typically more effective. The specific mechanisms for achieving this—such as which tests would be covered or how screening programs would be funded—would be determined as the bill moves through the legislative process.

Schedules That Work Act

The bill would likely establish new rules about work schedules for federal employees and possibly private sector workers, aiming to give employees more predictable or flexible scheduling options. The measure has been referred to multiple committees that oversee labor practices, government operations, and workplace rules, suggesting it could address issues like advance notice of schedules, part-time work arrangements, or scheduling consistency. The bill's specific provisions would determine whether it primarily affects federal workers, private employers, or both.

Federal Food Administration Act of 2025

This bill would establish a new federal agency to oversee food safety and nutrition standards across the United States, consolidating food-related regulatory responsibilities that are currently spread across multiple government departments. The agency would set and enforce rules about food labeling, contamination prevention, and nutritional content, affecting food producers, restaurants, grocery stores, and consumers who buy food products. The goal appears to be streamlining how the government manages food safety to reduce confusion and improve public health protections.

No GOUGE Act

The bill aims to prevent price gouging on goods and services, likely by giving federal agencies tools to monitor and penalize sudden, unjustified price increases during emergencies or supply disruptions. It would affect businesses across multiple sectors and potentially protect consumers from paying inflated prices when products become scarce or hard to obtain. The bill has been referred to multiple committees because it touches on trade, energy, taxes, and labor issues.

FAMILY Act

The FAMILY Act would create a national paid family and medical leave program that allows workers to take time off for major life events—like having a baby, caring for a sick family member, or recovering from their own serious illness—while receiving partial income replacement. Workers and employers would contribute to this program through small payroll deductions, similar to Social Security. This would give millions of American workers access to paid leave without having to choose between their paycheck and caring for themselves or their families.

Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025

This bill honors the legacy of Constance Baker Motley, a pioneering civil rights lawyer and federal judge who fought against racial discrimination and helped advance voting rights and desegregation efforts. The tribute recognizes her groundbreaking work as one of the first African American women to achieve prominence in the legal field and her lasting impact on civil rights law. The bill is primarily a commemorative measure rather than one that creates new policies or programs.

BEACON Act

The BEACON Act would establish new requirements for how federal agencies operate and report their activities to Congress and the public. Based on its referral to the Oversight Committee, the bill likely aims to improve government transparency, efficiency, or accountability by creating clearer standards for federal operations. The changes would affect federal employees and agencies, as well as taxpayers and citizens seeking information about how their government works.

Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025

The proposal would increase funding and resources for mental health services in schools, allowing more students to access counseling, therapy, and crisis support during the school day. It aims to help schools hire additional mental health professionals and expand programs that address student anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges. Students, teachers, and school administrators would benefit from these expanded services, particularly in districts that currently lack adequate mental health support.

End Diaper Need Act of 2025

This legislation would provide federal funding to help low-income families afford diapers and incontinence products, which are currently not covered by most government assistance programs like SNAP or Medicaid. The bill aims to reduce the financial burden on families with young children and elderly or disabled individuals who struggle to pay for these essential hygiene items. It would affect millions of Americans living below or near the poverty line who must choose between buying diapers and other necessities.

American Family Act

The American Family Act would expand the child tax credit, increasing the amount of money families can claim on their taxes for each child they have. The expanded credit would provide larger tax refunds or reduce taxes owed for millions of working families with children, particularly benefiting lower and middle-income households. The bill aims to help families afford basic expenses like food, housing, and childcare.

Paycheck Fairness Act

The bill would strengthen equal pay laws by making it harder for employers to justify paying workers different salaries based on sex, requiring them to prove pay differences are based on job-related factors rather than gender. It would also allow workers to compare salaries with coworkers without fear of retaliation and increase penalties on companies that violate equal pay rules. The legislation primarily affects employers and workers, particularly women who may be earning less than male colleagues in similar positions.

Further Additional Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, 2025

Further Additional Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, 2025 This bill provides continuing FY2025 appropriations for federal agencies through April 11, 2025. It also extends various expiring programs and authorities, including several public health programs. Specifically, the bill provides continuing FY2025 appropriations to federal agencies through the earlier of April 11, 2025, or the enactment of the applicable appropriations act. It is known as a continuing resolution (CR) and prevents a government shutdown that would otherwise occur if the FY2025 appropriations bills have not been enacted when the existing CR expires on March 14, 2025. The CR funds most programs and activities at the FY2024 levels with some exceptions that provide funding flexibility and additional appropriations for various programs. For example, the CR provides additional emergency funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund, permits the Navy to apportion funds at the rate necessary to fund the Columbia-class submarine program and cost increases for certain shipbuilding programs, and provides additional funding for the Office of Navajo and Hopi Relocation. In addition, the bill extends several expiring programs and authorities, including several public health, Medicare, and Medicaid authorities and programs; authorities related to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission whistleblower program; authorities for the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice to take actions to mitigate a credible threat from an unmanned aircraft system; the special assessment on nonindigent persons or entities convicted of certain offenses involving sexual abuse or human trafficking; and the National Cybersecurity Protection System.

American Apprenticeship Act

This bill would likely expand and strengthen apprenticeship programs in the United States by providing funding, tax incentives, or regulatory changes to encourage employers to hire and train apprentices in skilled trades. The goal would be to create more pathways for workers to earn while they learn a trade, reducing reliance on traditional four-year college degrees for career advancement. The bill would primarily affect employers in construction, manufacturing, and other skilled industries, as well as young workers and job seekers looking for alternatives to college.

Ethan's Law

Ethan's Law This bill establishes a framework to regulate the storage of firearms on residential premises at the federal, state, and tribal levels. At the federal level, the bill establishes statutory requirements for firearms on residential premises to be safely stored if a minor is likely to gain access without permission or if a resident is ineligible to possess a firearm. An individual who violates the requirements is subject to criminal penalties. A firearm stored in violation of the requirements is subject to seizure and forfeiture. At the state and tribal levels, the bill requires the Department of Justice to award grants to implement functionally identical requirements for the safe storage of firearms.

Commending the Women's Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor on its 90th anniversary.

Commends the Women's Bureau of the Department of Labor on its 90th anniversary.

Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families, and Businesses Act

Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families, and Businesses Act - Requires certain covered employers to provide annually to each of their covered: (1) full-time employees at least seven days of paid sick time, and specified employment benefits; and (2) part-time employees the same employment benefits and a number of days or hours of paid sick time, determined under a specified pro rata formula. Allows the covered employee to use such sick time for an absence: (1) resulting from a medical condition involving symptoms of a contagious illness (including influenza-like illnesses such as the 2009 H1N1 virus), the need to obtain medical diagnosis or care, or to obtain preventive care for such illness; (2) due to determination by a health authority or a health care provider that the employee's presence on the job, after exposure to a contagious illness, would jeopardize the health of others; (3) to care for a child experiencing such symptoms; or (4) to care for a child due to determination by a health authority or a health care provider that the child's presence in the community, after exposure to a contagious illness, would jeopardize the health of others. Permits use of sick leave if the covered employee's place of business is closed due to a contagious illness or his or her need to care for a child whose school or child care or early childhood program has been closed for such reason. Specifies prohibited acts by an employer, and penalties for violations.