Jared F. Golden

To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective.

The government put temporary rules in place to protect North Atlantic right whales, and this proposal would extend how long those rules stay in effect. The rules likely include things like shipping restrictions or fishing limits designed to prevent harm to these endangered whales. The change would give regulators more time to study whether the protections are working before deciding what to do next.

Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act

This bill would expand mental health services and support programs available to active-duty military members and veterans, likely including increased access to counseling, therapy, and crisis intervention services. The legislation aims to address mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress that many service members and veterans experience. The bill has been sent to a congressional subcommittee for review and discussion.

Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act

This bill aims to improve health outcomes for pregnant women and newborns through various healthcare programs and support services, likely including measures to expand access to prenatal care, maternal health services, and resources for new mothers. The legislation would affect pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and healthcare providers, potentially involving changes to insurance coverage, Medicaid benefits, or federal funding for maternal health initiatives. The bill is currently being reviewed by three House committees to determine which parts fall under each committee's area of responsibility.

FISC Act

Family Income Supplemental Credit Act or the FISC Act This bill replaces the federal child tax credit with monthly payments provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to qualified pregnant women and caregivers of eligible children. Specifically, the bill provides a monthly payment of $800 to a qualified pregnant woman, $400 to a qualified caregiver for each eligible child who is under six years old, and $250 to a qualified caregiver for each eligible child who is at least six years old. The monthly payment increases by 20% if the individual is a married pregnant woman or married to a qualified caregiver of an eligible child. Under the bill, the monthly payment begins to phase out for individuals with an adjusted gross income exceeding $125,000 ($250,000 for joint filers) for the most recently ended tax year. (Other limitations apply.) The bill defines an eligible child as an individual who is under 18 years old; is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident alien; and does not provide more than half of their own financial support during the tax year. Further, a qualified caregiver must be at least 18 years old, reside with the child, and economically support the child. The bill also provides funding for the monthly payments and establishes the Bureau of Family Statistics within the SSA to provide certain information. Finally, the bill requires the SSA to issue regulations, establish a system to report marital or caregiver status changes, and report to Congress annually on the payments.