Raja Krishnamoorthi

Condemning racist rhetoric targeting Indian and Chinese Americans, reaffirming that immigrants from all backgrounds are vital to the United States, and calling on all elected officials to refrain from language that promotes racial or ethnic division.

This resolution expresses disapproval of racist language directed at Indian and Chinese Americans and emphasizes that immigrants from all countries contribute importantly to the United States. It calls on elected officials to avoid using language that divides people along racial or ethnic lines. The measure has been sent to the House Judiciary Committee for consideration.

To establish a United States Commission on Hate Crimes to study and make recommendations on the prevention of the commission of hate crimes, and for other purposes.

The proposal would create a new federal commission to research hate crimes, understand what causes them, and recommend ways to prevent them from happening. The commission would study patterns in hate crimes across the country and provide guidance to lawmakers and law enforcement agencies on how to better protect communities targeted by these crimes. This would affect law enforcement officials, community organizations, and people in communities that experience hate crimes.

Disaster Declaration Transparency Act of 2026

This bill would let Congress override a President's decision to reject a governor's request for federal disaster relief funds. If a state governor asks for federal help after a major disaster and the President says no, Congress could vote to reverse that decision and provide the assistance anyway. This would give lawmakers a way to ensure disaster aid reaches affected states even if the President disagrees.

Baby Food Safety Act of 2026

The proposal would establish new safety standards and testing requirements for baby food products sold in the United States, requiring manufacturers to test for contaminants like heavy metals and pesticides before products reach store shelves. It would give the FDA stronger authority to inspect baby food facilities and recall unsafe products more quickly. Parents and baby food companies would be the main groups affected, as manufacturers would need to meet stricter safety rules while families could have more confidence in the products they feed their infants.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service at 1300 East Northwest Highway in Palatine, Illinois, as the "Bernie Bluestein Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service at 1300 East Northwest Highway in Palatine, Illinois, as the "Bernie Bluestein Post Office Building".

Medicare Expansion and Lowering Costs Now Act

Medicare Expansion and Lowering Costs Now Act This bill establishes a Medicare buy-in option for certain qualifying individuals and makes a series of other changes relating to health care costs. It also repeals the health provisions that were enacted under what is commonly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Specifically, the bill allows individuals aged 50 to 64 to enroll in Medicare if such individuals would otherwise qualify for Medicare at the age of 65. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) must determine enrollment periods and set premiums for the buy-in option established under the bill, in accordance with specified requirements. The CMS must also award grants to states and nonprofit organizations for outreach and enrollment activities relating to the buy-in option. Additionally, the bill repeals the health provisions that were enacted under what is commonly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Among other provisions, the act required individuals who are eligible for Medicaid as part of the Medicaid expansion population to engage in community service, work, or other activities in order to qualify for Medicaid. (For more information about these and other health provisions in the act, see CRS Report R48633 .) The bill also (1) establishes a supplemental option under Medicare to cover cost-sharing for beneficiaries; (2) establishes an individual market reinsurance program relating to coverage of high-cost individuals, as specified; and (3) expands eligibility for the premium tax credit.

Puerto Rican People’s Power Restoration Act of 2026

This bill would give Puerto Rico greater control over its energy system and infrastructure, likely addressing how the island manages its power generation and distribution. The proposal has been sent to two congressional committees to review different aspects—one focusing on natural resources and energy matters, and the other on legal and jurisdictional questions about Puerto Rico's authority. The bill appears aimed at restoring local decision-making power over Puerto Rico's energy sector.

Kids Need Lunch Act

This bill would expand access to free or reduced-price school lunches for more children, likely by increasing funding or loosening income requirements that determine which students qualify. The changes would affect school districts, families with school-age children, and the agriculture industry that supplies food to schools. The goal is to ensure more kids have access to nutritious meals during the school day.

First Home Affordability Act

This bill would likely create tax benefits or credits to help first-time homebuyers afford to purchase their first home, such as reducing taxes owed or providing direct financial assistance at tax time. The changes would primarily affect young adults and families trying to buy a home for the first time by making down payments and closing costs more manageable. The proposal is currently under review by the House committee that handles tax policy.

No Private Bounty Hunters for Immigration Enforcement Act

This bill would prohibit private companies from being hired to enforce immigration laws or apprehend people for immigration violations, keeping those duties exclusively with government agencies. It would prevent immigration enforcement from being outsourced to private bounty hunters or contractors, ensuring that immigration-related arrests and enforcement actions are handled only by official government personnel. The bill affects immigration enforcement practices and could impact private security companies that currently contract with immigration authorities.

Tracking and Restricting Adversarial Circumvention of Embargoes Act of 2025

This bill would strengthen enforcement of U.S. trade embargoes by giving the government better tools to track and stop companies and individuals from finding ways around sanctions against hostile countries. It targets people and businesses that try to circumvent restrictions on trade with embargoed nations, likely through shell companies, third-party transactions, or other indirect methods. The measure would affect international businesses, importers, exporters, and enforcement agencies responsible for monitoring compliance with U.S. sanctions.

High-skilled Immigration Reform for Employment Act

This legislation would make it easier for U.S. companies to hire highly skilled foreign workers by reforming immigration rules for jobs that require advanced education or specialized expertise. The changes would affect both employers looking to fill technical positions and foreign professionals seeking to work in the United States, potentially making the visa process faster or expanding the number of available work visas for skilled positions.

Brand USA Restoration Act

This bill would restore federal funding and support for Brand USA, the nonprofit organization that promotes American tourism and travel destinations to international visitors. The legislation aims to help the travel and tourism industry attract more foreign tourists to the United States, which benefits hotels, restaurants, airlines, and local communities that depend on visitor spending. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Appropriations, which handles decisions about federal spending.

DISRUPT Act

The bill addresses international affairs and national security matters related to disrupting threats or adversaries, likely involving coordination between the State Department, military, and intelligence agencies. Based on its referral to multiple committees overseeing foreign policy, defense, and intelligence operations, it probably proposes new strategies or authorities for responding to international challenges, though the specific details would depend on the bill's full text.

Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

This resolution recognizes the religious and historical significance of Diwali.

988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act of 2025

This bill would require the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to ensure LGBTQ+ youth have access to affirming mental health support and crisis counselors trained in LGBTQ+ issues. The measure aims to improve how the national suicide prevention hotline serves young people who identify as LGBTQ+, addressing concerns that they face higher rates of suicidal thoughts and need culturally competent care. It affects mental health service providers, the 988 hotline network, and LGBTQ+ youth seeking crisis support.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Ghislaine Maxwell should not receive a pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency from the President of the United States.

The House is expressing its official position that President Biden should not pardon, reduce the sentence of, or grant any other form of clemency to Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted of sex trafficking crimes. This is a non-binding statement of the House's opinion rather than a law that would prevent a pardon, and it reflects lawmakers' view that Maxwell's serious convictions warrant her serving her full sentence.

College Transparency Act

The bill would require colleges and universities to provide clearer, more standardized information to students about costs, graduation rates, job placement outcomes, and student debt levels so families can better compare schools and make informed decisions about where to attend. By making this information easier to find and understand, the legislation aims to help students and parents evaluate whether a college education is affordable and likely to lead to employment in their field of interest.

COOL OFF Act

Choosing Our Own Lives Over Fast Firearms Act or the COOL OFF Act This bill establishes a three-day waiting period for certain handgun transfers. Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful for a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer to sell or transfer a handgun to an unlicensed individual unless three business days have elapsed since the licensee initiated a background check. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, up to one year in prison, or both. Additionally, the bill makes it unlawful for an unlicensed individual to receive a handgun from another unlicensed individual unless at least three business days have elapsed since the recipient most recently offered to take possession of the handgun. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, up to five years in prison, or both. The three-day waiting period does not apply to certain handgun transfers, such as for a loan between spouses for a lawful purpose.

Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act

The bill would help schools connect students with mental health services by improving how schools identify students who need support and making it easier for them to access counseling and treatment. It affects students, school staff, and mental health providers by creating better coordination between schools and mental health professionals. The goal is to address the growing mental health challenges among young people by removing barriers that prevent students from getting the help they need.

Six Assurances to Taiwan Act

This bill would reaffirm the United States' commitment to supporting Taiwan's defense and security through six key pledges, likely including continued military aid, diplomatic recognition, and support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations. The legislation aims to strengthen the U.S.-Taiwan relationship and signal American resolve to maintain stability in the region, affecting U.S. foreign policy toward China and Taiwan as well as defense contractors and military suppliers involved in Taiwan's security.

Taiwan Allies Fund Act

This bill would create a fund to provide financial support and aid to countries that are allies of Taiwan, helping strengthen their economies and security partnerships in the region. The money would be used to assist these nations in areas like infrastructure, defense, and economic development, with the goal of building closer relationships with Taiwan and countering China's influence in the Indo-Pacific. The bill affects U.S. foreign policy and relationships with Taiwan's diplomatic partners.