Jesús G. "Chuy" García

Good Jobs for Good Airports Act

This bill would require companies that employ airport workers at major U.S. airports to pay those workers a prevailing wage (a set minimum pay rate) and provide fringe benefits like health insurance or retirement contributions. The requirement would apply to workers at small, medium, and large hub airports across the country. This would affect airport service workers such as baggage handlers, cleaners, and other support staff, as well as the companies that employ them.

Community Schools and Health Equity Act

The federal government would provide grants to schools to set up health services on campus, such as clinics offering medical care, mental health counseling, and other wellness services to students and their families. This program aims to make healthcare more accessible to students by bringing services directly into schools, particularly in communities where families have difficulty reaching doctors or clinics. Schools and community organizations would compete for these grants to establish or expand these integrated health programs.

Reward Work Act

The proposal would ban large publicly traded companies from buying back their own stock on the open market, a practice companies currently use to return money to shareholders and boost stock prices. Supporters argue stock buybacks drain resources that could otherwise go toward worker wages, research, or other investments, while opponents contend the restrictions would limit companies' financial flexibility and shareholder returns. The measure would primarily affect major corporations and their investors, though it could indirectly influence how companies allocate their profits.

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military 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 itself, its Armed Forces, its diplomatic facilities, or allied states from imminent attack.

Fair Compensation for Truck Crash Victims Act

This bill would establish new rules to ensure truck crash victims receive fair compensation for their injuries and damages. It likely addresses issues like insurance coverage limits, liability standards, or settlement procedures that currently make it difficult for people injured in accidents involving commercial trucks to recover adequate damages. The changes would affect trucking companies, insurance providers, and anyone injured in truck-related accidents.