Burgess Owens

No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026

No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to establish an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Beginning on October 1, 2026, ED must use an identity fraud detection system to review each submitted application to determine whether the applicant presents a reasonable suspicion of identity fraud. If ED makes such a determination, it must notify the applicant and each institution of higher education (IHE) designated on the application that the applicant is subject to additional identity verification. An IHE may not disburse federal financial aid to an applicant that presents a reasonable suspicion of fraud unless the IHE verifies the applicant's identity in person or by live video. If the applicant's identity is confirmed, the IHE must notify ED that the applicant's identity has been verified. ED must establish guidelines for the identity verification procedures conducted by IHEs. (On April 26, 2026, ED began implementing a real-time identity fraud detection process within the FAFSA form that places applicants into one of four risk categories. High-risk applicants must confirm their identity by presenting documentation during the online application process, including via a live camera process. Applicants who are rejected via this automated process must then have their identity verified in person by IHEs.)

CHARLIE Act

This bill would restrict federal funding for American History and Civics education programs, preventing money from going to what the bill's sponsors consider "radical indoctrination" in schools. The legislation gives Congress the power to define which teaching materials and curricula are acceptable for federally-funded history and civics classes. Teachers and school districts receiving federal education funds would need to ensure their programs meet these standards or risk losing that money.

To provide for the conveyance of certain property to the Utah National Guard located in Lehi, Utah, and for other purposes.

The federal government would transfer ownership of a piece of property in Lehi, Utah to the Utah National Guard, likely to support military operations or facilities in that area. This type of conveyance allows the National Guard to use federal land for training, equipment storage, or other military purposes without having to purchase it separately.

RURAL Healthcare Act

This bill would allow temporary doctors, nurses, and other advanced healthcare workers hired on a short-term basis to be classified as independent contractors rather than employees, which would exempt them from certain federal labor protections like minimum wage requirements and the right to organize unions. The change would affect how these healthcare professionals are paid and what workplace rights they have, potentially allowing healthcare facilities to hire them with fewer legal obligations. Healthcare companies and staffing agencies would gain flexibility in how they structure these temporary positions, while the workers themselves would lose some employee protections.

To classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act.

This bill would allow temporary doctors, nurses, and other advanced healthcare workers hired on a short-term basis to be classified as independent contractors rather than employees, which would exempt them from certain federal labor protections like minimum wage requirements and the right to organize unions. The change would affect how these healthcare professionals are treated under federal labor laws, potentially giving healthcare facilities more flexibility in hiring but reducing some worker protections for these temporary staff members.

Closing the Provider Fraud Gap Act

This bill would strengthen enforcement against healthcare providers who commit fraud—such as billing for services they didn't provide or overcharging insurance programs—by giving federal authorities better tools to investigate and prosecute these cases. The measure aims to protect families by reducing healthcare fraud that drives up insurance costs and wastes taxpayer money spent on government health programs like Medicare and Medicaid. It targets dishonest medical providers while leaving legitimate healthcare businesses unaffected.

MATCH Act of 2026

The MATCH Act would require employers to provide workers with information about how their pay is determined and what benefits they're eligible for, making compensation practices more transparent. The bill aims to help employees understand their wages and benefits packages so they can better negotiate with employers and identify potential pay gaps. This would affect most private sector workers and companies across the country.

To transfer administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land in Saratoga Springs, Utah, from the Secretary of the Interior to the United States Postal Service for construction of a post office, and for other purposes.

The federal government would hand over a piece of public land in Saratoga Springs, Utah to the Postal Service so it can build a new post office there instead of the Interior Department continuing to manage it. This transfer would allow the Postal Service to construct and operate the facility on land that is currently under federal control. The change would affect how the land is used and who is responsible for overseeing it.

Kids in Classes Act

The bill aims to address education policy, though the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information. Based on the title's focus on "kids in classes," it likely proposes changes to how students attend school or participate in classroom instruction. The measure would affect students, teachers, and schools across the country once it's reviewed by the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Alyssa’s Act of 2025

Without access to the bill's specific provisions, this appears to be education-related legislation named after an individual, likely addressing a particular issue or gap in current education policy. The bill's referral to multiple committees including Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Oversight suggests it may involve school safety, student protections, or compliance issues that cross several policy areas. To provide a concrete summary of what the bill would actually do, the specific text of the legislation would need to be reviewed.

Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025

This bill would strengthen law enforcement's ability to combat child trafficking by likely enhancing penalties for traffickers, improving coordination between agencies, and potentially expanding resources for victim support and prevention programs. The legislation would affect law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and organizations that work with trafficking victims, while making it harder for criminals to exploit children. The bill aims to address child trafficking through tougher enforcement and better tools for federal and local authorities to investigate and prosecute these crimes.

Outdoor Recreational Outfitting and Guiding Act

This bill would establish labor standards and protections for outdoor recreation guides and outfitters—people who lead hiking trips, fishing expeditions, hunting tours, and similar outdoor activities. It likely addresses issues like worker classification, safety requirements, and employment rights for this workforce. The bill affects both the guides and outfitters themselves as well as outdoor recreation companies that hire them.

One Door to Work Act

The bill would streamline the process for workers to access job training and employment services by consolidating multiple government programs into a single, easier-to-navigate system. Instead of having to apply through different agencies and programs, job seekers and workers looking to retrain would go through one coordinated entry point to find the services they need. This change is intended to make it simpler for people to find help with job placement, skills training, and career development.

Mining Schools Act of 2025

The bill would establish or support educational programs and schools focused on mining and related energy industries. It likely aims to train workers for careers in mining operations and help communities dependent on mining maintain skilled workforces. The proposal affects students, mining companies, and regions where mining is a major economic activity.