Nikema Williams

To require analyses of the impact of Government rules, programs, and policies on poverty and racial inequity, including the racial wealth gap, and for other purposes.

The federal government would be required to study and report on how its rules, programs, and policies affect poverty levels and racial inequality, including differences in wealth between racial groups. Agencies would need to analyze whether their existing policies help or hurt efforts to reduce these disparities, giving Congress and the public better information about which government actions are working or failing to address economic inequality. This would apply across all federal departments and programs.

Negating Neighborhood Noise Act of 2026

The proposal would allow states and local governments to use federal highway funding to build noise barriers along highways, helping reduce traffic sounds in nearby neighborhoods and communities. Currently, these noise reduction projects have limited access to Highway Trust Fund money, so this change would make it easier for transportation officials to protect residents from highway noise pollution. The measure would affect communities near major roads, highway construction projects, and the agencies responsible for managing federal transportation funds.

Blood Pressure MATTERS Act

The proposal would require health insurance plans—including Medicaid, Medicare, and private employer plans—to cover the cost of home blood pressure monitors for pregnant women and those in the postpartum period without requiring patients to pay out-of-pocket fees. This would help pregnant and recently pregnant people track their blood pressure at home, which is important for detecting serious pregnancy-related conditions like preeclampsia that can threaten both mother and baby's health.

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2022-06: Unfair Returned Deposited Item Fee Assessment Practices".

Congress would reject a decision by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw its 2022 guidance that limited banks' ability to charge excessive fees when customers' deposits are returned unpaid. If approved, this would force the agency to keep the rule in place, protecting consumers from unfair banking fees.

WISE Act

The proposal would require that a portion of federal money given to states for water infrastructure projects be spent specifically on environmentally friendly "green" projects, such as those that reduce pollution or improve water quality through sustainable methods. This affects state and local governments that manage water systems, as well as communities that depend on clean water infrastructure. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Clean Slate through Rehabilitation Act

If a borrower successfully rehabilitates a defaulted student loan by making on-time payments, this bill would require that the default and negative credit history be completely removed from their credit report. This would help borrowers who have gotten back on track with their loans rebuild their credit scores and improve their ability to qualify for mortgages, car loans, and other credit in the future. The change would primarily benefit student loan borrowers who have struggled with payments but have demonstrated they can repay their debts.

Tech to Save Moms Act

The federal government would provide grants to hospitals, clinics, and health organizations to test and expand programs that use technology and teamwork to improve care for pregnant women and new mothers. These grants would fund projects that share best practices, train healthcare workers, and use tools like video conferencing or online learning to help reduce maternal deaths and complications, particularly in underserved communities. The money would support both evaluating whether these approaches work and scaling up the successful ones nationwide.

OHH SNAP Act of 2026

Without specific subjects listed, this bill appears to relate to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, based on its referral to the House Agriculture Committee. The bill likely proposes changes to how SNAP operates, eligibility rules, or benefits for low-income individuals and families who rely on the program to purchase food. The exact nature of the proposed changes cannot be determined from the information provided, but they would affect millions of Americans currently receiving nutrition assistance.

Supporting the recognition of a "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity", honoring the life of Kira Johnson, and commending 4Kira4Moms for its unwavering dedication to improving maternal health in Atlanta, throughout Georgia, and across the United States, and for other purposes.

The bill would establish an official "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity" to honor Kira Johnson and recognize the work of 4Kira4Moms, an organization focused on improving maternal health outcomes and reducing maternal mortality in Atlanta, Georgia, and nationwide. This is a symbolic measure that acknowledges the importance of maternal health equity and celebrates efforts to address disparities in pregnancy and childbirth care that disproportionately affect certain communities. The bill does not create new programs or funding, but rather designates a day for national recognition and commendation of the organization's advocacy work.

Expressing support for the designation of February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day".

This resolution expresses support for the designation of International Black Aviation Professionals Day. It also encourages the observation of the day through recognition and celebration of the contributions of Black aviation professionals.

Endometriosis CARE Act

The legislation would improve medical care and research for people with endometriosis, a painful condition where tissue grows outside the uterus, by increasing funding for research, improving training for doctors to recognize and treat the disease, and expanding access to treatments. The bill would affect millions of women and people with female reproductive systems who suffer from endometriosis, as well as healthcare providers and medical researchers. It aims to reduce the time it takes to get a diagnosis and improve the quality of care available to patients.

No New Burma Funds Act

This bill would prevent the U.S. government from providing new financial aid or assistance to Burma (Myanmar) until the country meets certain conditions, likely related to human rights, democracy, or governance. The measure would affect American foreign aid budgets and could put pressure on the Burmese government to change its policies. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

PLAY Act

The bill would require health insurance companies to cover play therapy and recreational therapy as mental health treatments for children and adolescents. This would help young people access these therapeutic activities through their insurance plans, potentially making these treatments more affordable for families. The measure is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

COACH Act

The legislation would establish new support programs and resources to help small business owners and entrepreneurs access coaching, mentoring, and training services to improve their operations and growth. It aims to connect business owners with experienced advisors who can provide guidance on management, finances, marketing, and other key areas of running a successful company. The bill would primarily benefit small business owners and startup founders seeking professional guidance to strengthen their businesses.

Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2025

The legislation would establish a federal program to help homeowners afford repairs and improvements to their houses, particularly those with lower incomes who struggle to pay for necessary maintenance like roof fixes, plumbing work, or weatherization upgrades. The program would provide grants or loans to make homes safer, more energy-efficient, and more livable without forcing families into debt. Homeowners across the country, especially those in rural areas and underserved communities, would be the primary beneficiaries of this assistance.

Election Mail Act

Election Mail Act This bill addresses the delivery and processing of election mail for federal elections, including by establishing certain standards for mail-in ballots. Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to ensure (to the maximum extent practicable) same-day processing of mail-in ballots, postmark each ballot, carry election mail (e.g., voter registration applications and mail-in ballots) as first-class mail that is free of postage, appoint an election mail coordinator at each area office and district office, and consult annually with Indian tribes regarding barriers to voting for eligible voters living on Indian lands. The bill prohibits the USPS, within 120 days of a federal election, from making any operational change that would restrict the prompt and reliable delivery of election mail. Each state and jurisdiction must provide with each mail-in ballot a return envelope with an intelligent mail barcode. This requirement does not apply to a state or jurisdiction that uses an alternative system that enables voters to track the ballot through the mail. The bill requires election officials to count mail-in ballots that are postmarked by election day and arrive within seven days after the election.

Sustaining Our Democracy Act

Sustaining Our Democracy Act This bill establishes and provides funds through FY2035 for the State Election Assistance and Innovation Trust Fund for purposes of promoting election activities. Specifically, the bill establishes the Democracy Advancement and Innovation Program, through which the Office of Democracy Advancement and Innovation (also established by this bill) shall make allocations to states for carrying out democracy promotion activities. These activities include improving the administration of federal elections, recruiting and training nonpartisan election officials and poll workers, and increasing voting access. The bill requires each state, in order to receive allocated funds, to (1) submit a plan for approval that describes how the state will distribute resources and carry out democracy promotion activities, and (2) establish uniform and nondiscriminatory state-based administrative complaint procedures. The bill prohibits states from using funds for certain activities, including any activity that diminishes the ability of any eligible voter to participate in the electoral process.

Youth Voting Rights Act

This bill would likely lower the voting age or expand voting rights for younger Americans, though the specific changes depend on the final legislation. It affects young people who want to participate in elections and could reshape who is eligible to vote in federal, state, and local races. The bill is currently being reviewed by House committees to determine which parts fall under their authority.

Unhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections Act

Unhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections Act or the Unhoused VOTE Act This bill expands voter registration and voting access for unhoused individuals. The bill specifies that no state or political subdivision may deny or abridge the right of any U.S. citizen to vote because the citizen resides at or in a nontraditional abode. Additionally, the bill requires jurisdictions that allow for ballot drop boxes to ensure that these drop boxes are available for in-person use and are accessible and clearly labeled. If a state requires individuals to show proof of residence in order to vote in a federal election, then the state must accept the individual’s written attestation of residence. A state may not prohibit an individual who is residing in a homeless shelter from using the shelter as the individual’s residence for purposes of voting in a federal election. The bill requires chief state election officials to conduct outreach to unhoused individuals. The bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to (1) develop best practices for election officials regarding voter registration and voting access for unhoused individuals, and (2) make grants to eligible states and local governments for programs and activities to support access to voting for unhoused individuals. The bill also revises the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, including by (1) treating emergency shelters as voter registration agencies, and (2) allowing an unhoused individual to use an unsheltered street location as the individual's place of residence for purposes of a voter registration application.

Time Off to Vote Act

Time Off to Vote Act This bill requires an employer, upon the request of an employee, to provide the employee with a minimum of two consecutive hours of paid leave while polls or sites that facilitate voting-related activity are open on the day of a federal election. This allotted time may be used to vote, return a mail-in ballot, or perform other voting-related activities. The employer may determine the two-hour period, excluding any lunch break or other break. Taking such leave shall not result in the employee losing accrued employment benefits. The bill makes it unlawful for an employer to interfere with the right to take such leave or for an employer to discriminate against an employee for taking such leave. Further, the bill makes it unlawful for any employer to retaliate against an employee for (1) opposing any practice made unlawful by this bill; (2) filing a charge, or instituting or causing to be instituted any proceeding, under or related to this bill; or (3) testifying or preparing to testify in an inquiry or proceeding relating to such leave. The bill specifies penalties for employers who violate these provisions.

POLL Act

People Over Long Lines Act or the POLL Act This bill sets forth provisions related to voting and the administration of federal elections. Specifically, the bill requires states to ensure that voters wait no more than 30 minutes at any polling place to cast their vote in a federal election, establishes a private right of action for voters who experience longer waiting times, and directs the Election Assistance Commission to make payments to eligible states to prevent unreasonable waiting times. Next, the bill requires each state to provide for the minimum required number of voting systems, poll workers, and other election resources for each polling location on the day of any federal election and each day of early voting. The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division must issue uniform standards regarding the minimum number and distribution of such systems, workers, and other resources. The bill also prohibits a chief state election administration official from taking an active part in political management or in a political campaign with respect to any federal election over which the official has supervisory authority, with certain exceptions.

Expanding the VOTE Act

Expanding the Voluntary Opportunities for Translations in Elections Act or the Expanding the VOTE Act This bill expands access to voting materials for individuals with limited proficiency in the English language. Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) requires covered states and political subdivisions to provide voting materials and other language assistance to persons who are American Indian, Asian American, Alaskan Natives, or of Spanish heritage and whose ability to speak or understand English limits electoral participation. A state or political subdivision that is subject to Section 203 is prohibited from providing English-only voting materials in an election. Among other requirements, this bill (1) requires the Department of Justice to issue a notice of prohibition, including the trigger threshold at which the prohibition applies, to certain states and political subdivisions; and (2) requires covered states and political subdivisions to provide written translations of all voting materials, with the consent of any applicable tribal government, to election workers. Additionally, the bill requires the Election Assistance Commission to make incentive grants for states and political subdivisions to provide translated voting materials. The bill also directs the Government Accountability Office to study and report on the impact of (1) reducing the threshold requirement under Section 203 of the VRA, and (2) expanding the definition of language minorities to include native speakers of additional languages.

Medical Debt Relief Act of 2025

This bill would likely allow people to remove or reduce medical debt from their credit reports and possibly provide other protections for consumers struggling with healthcare bills. It could help patients who have unpaid medical bills improve their credit scores and access loans more easily, even if they still owe money to hospitals or doctors. The measure would primarily affect individuals with medical debt and the credit reporting agencies that track their payment history.

Countering White Supremacist Extremism Act

The legislation would direct the federal government to develop and implement strategies to identify, monitor, and counter white supremacist extremism within the military and among the general population. It would require the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies to establish policies addressing recruitment of extremists into the armed forces and to track domestic threats posed by white supremacist groups. Military personnel, intelligence officials, and law enforcement agencies would be affected by new reporting requirements and coordination efforts under this proposal.

Expressing support for the designation of February 16, 2025, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day".

This resolution would officially recognize February 16, 2025, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day" to honor Black pilots, engineers, mechanics, and other aviation workers and celebrate their contributions to the aviation industry. The designation is largely symbolic and doesn't create new laws or programs, but it would encourage awareness and recognition of Black professionals in aviation careers. The measure has been referred to Congress's aviation subcommittee for consideration.

Honoring the life, achievements, legacy, and public service of former President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr.

This resolution honors the life and accomplishments of former President Jimmy Carter, recognizing his decades of public service both during and after his presidency. The measure celebrates his contributions to American history and his humanitarian work through organizations like Habitat for Humanity.