Grace Meng

To authorize the Attorney General to establish a hate crime prevention grant, and for other purposes.

The Attorney General would be authorized to create a grant program to help prevent hate crimes, likely providing funding to law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and other groups working to reduce violence motivated by bias against protected characteristics like race, religion, or sexual orientation. This would affect local police departments, nonprofits, and communities seeking resources to combat hate-motivated violence through prevention, training, and community engagement efforts.

Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

This resolution asks Congress to officially recognize May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month" to help reduce the shame and stigma surrounding menstruation that affects women, girls, and people who menstruate. The measure acknowledges how menstrual stigma can impact education, health, and quality of life, and calls for greater awareness and open discussion about menstrual health. The resolution has been sent to two House committees for review but does not create any new laws or programs.

Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

This resolution officially recognizes May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and calls attention to the historical and cultural contributions these communities have made to the United States. The measure is largely ceremonial, designating a time for the nation to celebrate and honor the achievements and experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. It currently awaits consideration by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act

The proposal would cancel certain government rules and regulations that govern how the United States provides aid and assistance to other countries. This would affect how federal agencies distribute foreign aid money and what requirements they must follow when doing so, potentially changing which countries receive assistance and under what conditions.

Safe Check-Ins for Immigrants Act

This bill would allow immigrants waiting for a decision on whether they'll be deported to attend some of their required court appearances by video instead of having to show up in person every time. The change would make the immigration court process more flexible for people awaiting removal decisions while still ensuring they participate in their hearings.

Commemorating the 5-year remembrance of the March 16, 2021, shootings in the Atlanta, Georgia, region and denouncing continuing anti-Asian hate, including the resurgence of xenophobic and anti-immigrant rhetoric.

This resolution honors the memory of the eight people killed in the March 2021 shootings at spas in the Atlanta area and condemns anti-Asian hate crimes and discrimination. It expresses support for addressing xenophobic and anti-immigrant rhetoric that has contributed to violence and discrimination against Asian Americans and immigrants. The measure is primarily symbolic, intended to raise awareness about hate crimes targeting Asian communities.

Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act of 2025

Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act of 2025 This bill revives and makes permanent the authority of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan guarantee program to guarantee loans for a veteran’s purchase of stock or membership in a cooperative housing corporation (i.e., co-op) for the purpose of entitling the veteran to occupy a single family residential unit. For purposes of the administration of such loans, the bill establishes a fee rate of the usual fee plus 3.25% of the total amount of the loan, treats such cooperative housing units as residential property for purposes of imposing restrictions and liabilities, and guarantees up to 25% of the amount of the loan for loans exceeding $144,000. Additionally, the bill requires the VA to advertise the availability of loan guarantees for cooperative housing unit loans, including by issuing guidance and notifying eligible veterans.

Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2026.

This resolution would officially recognize Lunar New Year as a significant cultural and historical observance in the United States in 2026, acknowledging its importance to millions of Americans who celebrate this holiday. The measure is largely symbolic and does not create new laws or government programs, but rather expresses Congress's support for honoring this major celebration observed by Asian American communities and others around the world.

Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026

This bill would establish consistent training, equipment, and conduct standards that all federal law enforcement agencies must follow, rather than allowing each agency to set its own rules. The changes would affect federal agents working for agencies like the FBI, DEA, and Secret Service, aiming to ensure they operate under the same basic guidelines regardless of which agency employs them. The goal is likely to improve coordination between agencies and create more uniform accountability across federal law enforcement.

Language Access for All Act of 2026

This bill would require federal agencies to provide documents, services, and assistance in multiple languages to help people who don't speak English fluently access government programs and benefits. It would affect immigrants, non-English speakers, and anyone seeking federal services by ensuring language barriers don't prevent them from understanding their rights or getting help they need. The bill aims to make government more accessible and fair across different communities.

Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act

The proposal would protect people who donate or distribute menstrual products from legal liability, similar to existing protections for food donations. This means individuals and organizations could safely give away unused menstrual products to people in need without fear of being sued or facing other legal consequences. The change would help address period poverty by encouraging more donations of these essential health products to communities and individuals who cannot afford them.

Pray Safe Act of 2025

The bill would establish safety standards and emergency preparedness requirements for places of worship to help protect congregants during crises like fires, medical emergencies, or security threats. It likely requires or encourages religious buildings to have evacuation plans, trained personnel, and safety equipment similar to what other public buildings must maintain. The measure affects churches, synagogues, mosques, temples, and other religious organizations across the country.

Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act

This bill would prohibit food manufacturers from using certain artificial dyes in products sold in the United States, similar to restrictions already in place in some European countries. The measure aims to address health concerns that some researchers have linked to these food colorings, particularly regarding effects on children's behavior and development. Food companies would need to reformulate products or find alternative coloring methods to comply with the new rules.

United States-Greece Security Cooperation Reporting Act

The bill would require the U.S. government to regularly report to Congress on military and security cooperation between the United States and Greece, including details about defense agreements, military aid, and joint operations. These reports would help lawmakers stay informed about the scope and nature of the security relationship between the two countries. The measure affects defense officials, diplomats, and members of Congress who oversee foreign policy and military spending.

Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025

Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025 This bill expands access to menstrual products (e.g., tampons) in certain locations and for particular groups, such as in schools and for low-income individuals, through federal programs and requirements. It also prohibits state or local sales taxes for these products. The bill expands access to menstrual products through federal programs by requiring Medicaid to cover such products, establishing grants within the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to provide benefits to ensure access to such products, authorizing the Emergency Food and Shelter Program to provide menstrual products to homeless individuals, and increasing Social Services Block Grant funding to provide such products to low-income individuals. Also, the bill sets out requirements to make free menstrual products available in federal and state correctional facilities (including Department of Homeland Security detention facilities) and restrooms in federal buildings that are open to the public. Further, the bill (1) establishes grants to provide free menstrual products to students at institutions of higher education, and (2) permits elementary and secondary schools to use certain grant funds to provide menstrual products to students. In addition, the bill requires employers with at least 100 employees to provide free menstrual products for employees. Finally, the bill prohibits states and local governments from taxing retail sales of menstrual products.

Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

This resolution recognizes the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month".

This resolution supports the designation of National Menstrual Health Awareness Month to educate people about menstrual health and eliminate period stigma.

Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025

Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025 This bill requires the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to provide for the replacement of the full amount of a household's stolen benefits. Specifically, using funds provided by the Department of Agriculture, a state agency must provide a household with replacement SNAP benefits equal to the amount of benefits stolen through card skimming, card cloning, or similar fraudulent methods. This requirement applies if the state agency determines that the benefits were stolen and meets certain requirements. Under current law, a state agency may only replace SNAP benefits that were stolen between the period beginning on October 1, 2022, and ending on December 20, 2024. Further, the replacement amount is limited to the lesser of the amount of (1) the benefits stolen, or (2) two months of the household's monthly allotment immediately prior to the date on which the benefits were stolen. Thus, this bill permanently extends the provision and provides for the replacement of the full amount of the benefits stolen.

Hot Foods Act of 2025

Hot Foods Act of 2025 This bill expands the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to permit the use of SNAP benefits to purchase hot foods or hot food products ready for immediate consumption.

Lunar New Year Day Act

Lunar New Year Day Act This bill establishes Lunar New Year Day as a federal holiday.