Tim Walberg

Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act

Parental Rights Over The Education and Care of Their Kids Act or the PROTECT Kids Act This bill requires public elementary and middle schools, as a condition of receiving certain federal funds for elementary and secondary education, to obtain parental consent before changing a student's gender on school forms or changing a student's sex-based accommodations. Specifically, an elementary school or a school consisting of only grades 5-8 must obtain parental consent before changing a minor student's (1) gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form; or (2) sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.

To amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to provide for the prevention, management, control, and eradication of aquatic nuisance species, and for other purposes.

The proposal would strengthen federal efforts to prevent, manage, and eliminate invasive aquatic species like zebra mussels and Asian carp that damage waterways, fisheries, and infrastructure across the country. It updates existing laws to give government agencies and states better tools and coordination to stop these species from spreading and to remove them where they've already taken hold. The changes would affect water management agencies, fishing communities, power plants, and anyone who uses lakes and rivers for recreation or commerce.

Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month".

The proposal would officially recognize May 2026 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month" to encourage public attention to motorcycle safety issues and rider education. This symbolic designation would help promote awareness among motorcycle riders, other drivers, and the general public about safe riding practices and road safety. The measure has been sent to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for consideration.

A Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026

Based on the title and subject matter, this bill likely aims to strengthen America's workforce through changes to labor and employment policies, though the specific provisions are not yet detailed in public materials. The bill has been referred to committees that typically handle worker training, education, labor standards, and tax incentives related to employment. Once the committees review it, they will determine which parts fall under their jurisdiction and develop the legislation further.

Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act of 2026

This bill would allow wildlife officials to more easily manage and control cormorant populations, likely through expanded hunting, culling, or other removal methods, to address concerns about these birds damaging fish populations and commercial fishing operations. The legislation would primarily affect fishing communities, wildlife agencies, and environmental groups who have different views on how to balance cormorant conservation with protecting fish stocks and fishing livelihoods.

FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act

This bill would streamline the process colleges use to verify that students' financial information on their federal student aid applications is accurate, potentially reducing paperwork and delays for students applying for financial aid. The changes would likely make it faster and easier for students to get their aid packages processed while still allowing schools to confirm that applicants qualify for the assistance they're requesting.

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act This bill requires the Department of Labor to provide training and education to its employees on how to effectively assist law enforcement in detecting human trafficking. The bill directs Labor to determine which employees should receive the training and education based on their official duties. Further, it requires the training and education to include information that is appropriate for the employees' location or environment; that reflects current trends and best practices for the location or environment; and that is relevant to detecting human trafficking, identifying suspected victims, and referring potential cases to the Department of Justice and other appropriate authorities.

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act This bill allows an additional motorcycle, including passengers, to accompany a motorcyclist with an America the Beautiful Annual Pass when visiting federal recreational lands and waters. In 2024, the Department of the Interior limited the pass coverage to one motorcycle per pass rather than two. The bill specifies that the pass must cover the entrance fee and standard amenity recreation fee for the passholder and any passengers on the motorcycle along with one additional motorcycle with its passengers. The bill also codifies current Interior policy that the pass covers the fees for a passholder and any accompanying passengers in a noncommercial vehicle.

FAIR Act of 2026

I cannot provide a meaningful summary because the bill's subjects are not listed and the title "FAIR Act of 2026" is too generic to indicate what policy area it addresses. Based on the committee referrals to Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Financial Services, the bill likely covers multiple areas such as regulations, taxes, or financial rules, but without knowing the specific subjects or bill text, I cannot accurately describe what it would do or who it affects.

Association Health Plans Act

This bill would allow small businesses and self-employed workers to band together to purchase health insurance as a group, potentially lowering costs by giving them the bargaining power of larger employers. The change would let these associations operate across state lines and with fewer regulatory requirements than traditional group health plans. Small business owners and self-employed individuals could benefit from more affordable coverage options, though consumer protections might be reduced compared to standard health insurance plans.

Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025

Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025 This bill expands the role of nurse practitioners and physician assistants in providing services to injured federal workers under the federal workers' compensation program. Specifically, under the program, nurse practitioners and physician assistants acting within the scope of their practice may (1) prescribe or recommend treatment for injured federal workers; (2) certify the nature of an injury and probable extent of disability; (3) provide prescribed treatment for injured federal workers; and (4) participate, with a physician designated by the Department of Labor, in a mandatory workers' compensation examination of an injured worker. In general, only physicians may fulfill these roles under current law.

Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month".

This resolution expresses support for the designation of a Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It also recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to transportation.

Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025

Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025 This bill limits the authority of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with regard to regulating emissions standards for new motor vehicles. Specifically, the EPA is prohibited from prescribing a regulation related to new motor vehicle emissions standards that (1) mandates the use of any specific technology, or (2) results in limited availability of new motor vehicles based on the type of new motor vehicle engine.