Kevin Mullin

CHATBOT Act

The CHATBOT Act would establish rules for how companies can use artificial intelligence chatbots and similar automated systems to interact with consumers. The legislation likely aims to protect people from deceptive practices by requiring transparency about when they're talking to a bot rather than a human, and may set standards for how these systems handle personal information. This would affect tech companies, customer service providers, and anyone using AI chatbots for business purposes.

Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026

This bill would likely establish new safety standards and regulations for nitrous oxide, a gas used in medical settings, food production, and other industries. The legislation probably aims to address concerns about improper use, storage, or handling of the chemical by setting requirements for manufacturers, distributors, and users. It would affect hospitals, dental offices, food companies, and other businesses that rely on nitrous oxide in their operations.

Expressing support for the designation of March as "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month" to strengthen public awareness of this neurodegenerative disorder.

This resolution asks Congress to officially recognize March as "Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month" to help increase public knowledge about a rare neurological disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system. The designation would encourage media coverage, educational campaigns, and community events to help patients, families, and healthcare providers better understand this serious condition. This is a symbolic measure that doesn't create new laws or programs, but aims to draw national attention to a disease that currently affects thousands of Americans.

Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act

This bill would allow people to claim a tax credit to help pay for hearing aids and related services, reducing their out-of-pocket costs when they file their taxes. The credit would make hearing aids more affordable for individuals and families who need them, particularly those who don't have insurance coverage for these devices. The proposal is currently under review by the House committee that handles tax legislation.

E-Access Act

The bill would make it easier for companies to create and sell software tools that help people track and manage their electricity and natural gas use, while preventing any single company from controlling the market. It would require energy companies to share customer data with these third-party apps and services so consumers can better understand their energy consumption and potentially save money. The changes are intended to spur innovation in energy management technology while also helping stabilize the electrical grid by giving consumers better information about when and how they use power.

Driver Technology and Pedestrian Safety Act of 2025

This bill would require vehicle manufacturers to install advanced safety technology in cars to help prevent accidents involving pedestrians, such as automatic braking systems and collision warning features. The legislation aims to reduce injuries and deaths among people walking or biking near roads by making these protective technologies standard equipment rather than optional add-ons. Drivers and pedestrians would benefit from these safety improvements, while automakers would need to comply with the new equipment requirements.

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to the San Mateo County Transit District.

The federal government would transfer ownership of a specific piece of property to the San Mateo County Transit District, a public transportation agency in California. This would allow the transit district to use or develop the land for transportation-related purposes without federal restrictions. The transfer would affect the local community's ability to expand or improve public transit services in the San Mateo area.

Rail and Highway Transmission Planning Act

This bill would require better coordination between energy companies and transportation agencies when planning new power lines and highways to avoid conflicts and reduce costs. It aims to streamline the process for building transmission infrastructure—the lines that carry electricity across the country—by having utilities and state/federal transportation officials work together from the start rather than discovering problems later. This would affect energy companies, construction firms, and communities where new power lines or roads are planned.

Staff Salary Schedule Improvement Act

The proposal would increase salaries for congressional staff members who work in the House of Representatives. This would affect the thousands of people employed by individual representatives and House committees, potentially making these jobs more competitive and helping Congress retain experienced workers. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on House Administration.

Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2025

This bill would provide equal benefits and recognition to Filipino soldiers who fought alongside the U.S. military during World War II and other conflicts, many of whom have historically received lower pay and fewer veterans' benefits than American soldiers. The legislation aims to address decades-old inequities by ensuring Filipino veterans and their families receive comparable healthcare, disability payments, and other support services available to U.S. veterans. The bill affects thousands of aging Filipino veterans and their descendants who served in the U.S. Armed Forces but were previously excluded from full veteran status.

Weatherization Resilience and Adaptation Program Act

The bill would establish a federal program to help homeowners and building owners make their properties more energy-efficient and resilient to extreme weather, likely through grants, loans, or other financial assistance for improvements like better insulation, updated heating and cooling systems, and weather-resistant upgrades. This program would primarily benefit low- and moderate-income households that struggle to afford these improvements on their own, while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. The proposal is currently being reviewed by committees focused on financial services and scientific research to determine how to structure and fund the initiative.

REACT Act

The REACT Act likely aims to improve how the federal government responds to emergencies and disasters by streamlining coordination between agencies and local communities. Based on its referral to the economic development and emergency management subcommittee, the bill probably addresses how to better prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises while supporting affected businesses and communities.

Empty Lots to Housing Act

The legislation would allow communities to convert unused or abandoned land into housing developments, potentially making it easier for local governments and developers to build homes on vacant properties. This could help address housing shortages in areas with available land while reducing blight from empty lots. The bill affects city planners, developers, and people looking for affordable housing options.

Poverty Line Act of 2025

Poverty Line Act of 2025 This bill revises the methodology used to calculate the federal poverty guidelines. The federal poverty guidelines are used to determine eligibility for many federal and state public assistance programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the National School Lunch Program. The poverty guidelines are currently calculated by adjusting the Census Bureau’s poverty thresholds to account for changes in the Consumer Price Index. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to calculate regional poverty guidelines based on a combination of factors including average household expenditures on food, clothing, utilities, and transportation; the average cost of rental housing; and the average cost of health insurance. These factors must be calculated using regional data as applicable. HHS must make available to the public a tool for determining the poverty guideline applicable to a given household. The new regional poverty guidelines established by HHS may not be lower than existing, corresponding poverty guidelines as of the date of enactment of the bill. HHS must review and evaluate the poverty guidelines at least every four years and propose changes to this methodology as appropriate. The bill takes effect three years after its enactment.