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Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]

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3,747 records where Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Bill· SS. 3461 (119th)referred

RISE from Trauma Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2025

Bill· SS. 3435 (119th)referred

FAAN Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2025

Bill· SS. 3458 (119th)referred

Background Check Completion Act of 2025

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2025

Background Check Completion Act of 2025 This bill prohibits a licensed gun dealer from transferring a firearm to an unlicensed person prior to the completion of a background check. Current law permits a licensed gun dealer to transfer a firearm to an unlicensed person if a submitted background check remains incomplete after three business days.

Bill· SS. 3448 (119th)referred

Keeping All Students Safe Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2025

Keeping All Students Safe Act This bill prohibits the use of seclusion and limits the use of physical restraint in schools and Head Start programs that receive federal funding. Specifically, the bill prohibits the use of seclusion , which is the involuntary confinement of a student alone in a room or area from which the student is physically prevented from leaving. The term does not include a time out, which may involve separating the student from others in a non-locked setting. The bill prohibits the use of mechanical or chemical restraints or physical restraints that restrict breathing or are life threatening. The bill outlines the requirements for the use of physical restraint, including that the student's behavior must pose an imminent danger of serious physical injury to the student or other individual. Each state must ensure that a sufficient number of program personnel are trained and certified by a state-approved crisis intervention training program. Additionally, each program must establish procedures to follow after an incident involving physical restraint. Further, the bill establishes enforcement provisions, including a private right of action for a student who has been subjected to unlawful seclusion or restraint. The Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services must withhold payments from a program for unlawful seclusion or restraint. Finally, the bill requires each state educational agency (SEA) to establish, implement, and enforce policies and procedures required by the bill. It also creates a grant program to assist SEAs with these activities.

Bill· SS. 3466 (119th)referred

Honor Our Promise to Veterans Act of 2025

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2025

Honor Our Promise to Veterans Act of 2025 This bill addresses the provision of care at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), including regarding scheduling, non-VA provider requirements, staffing, and infrastructure. Regarding scheduling, the VA must (1) ensure appointments for urgent and nonurgent care for veterans are scheduled within certain time frames, and (2) provide information about driving and wait times for care at VA facilities, Veteran Community Care Program (VCCP) facilities, and via telehealth. The bill also addresses requirements for non-VA providers under the VCCP, including by (1) extending the time limit for providers to submit claims to the VA for payment, (2) requiring certain training relevant to veterans, and (3) authorizing the Office of Inspector General of the VA to audit entities providing care under the VA’s authority. The bill provides compensation for veterans who are disabled or die due to VCCP hospital care, medical services, or extended care services. The bill addresses VA staffing matters, including by (1) removing the cap on pay limitation waivers for critical health care personnel, (2) offering certain retirement benefits to VA police officers, (3) requiring the VA to establish a telework policy, and (4) establishing scholarship programs for certain individuals in medical or infrastructure programs who commit to a period of obligated service at the VA. The VA must also address infrastructure matters, including by (1) authorizing funding for certain land acquisitions for medical facilities, and (2) requiring the VA to develop performance metrics for capital asset management programs.

Bill· SS. 3419 (119th)referred

Reuniting Families Act

United States · United States Congress · 10 December 2025

Bill· SS. 3392 (119th)referred

AGRITOURISM Act

United States · United States Congress · 9 December 2025

Accelerating the Growth of Rural Innovation and Tourism Opportunities to Uphold Rural Industries and Sustainable Marketplaces Act or the AGRITOURISM Act This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to designate an Agritourism Advisor within the Office of the Under Secretary for Rural Development. The advisor must encourage and promote agritourism activities and businesses in each state and on land under the jurisdiction of Indian tribes. Under the bill, agritourism activities and agritourism businesses include educational experiences, outdoor recreation, entertainment and special events, direct sales, and accommodations.

Bill· SS. 3400 (119th)referred

Ally’s Act

United States · United States Congress · 9 December 2025

Bill· SJRESS.J.Res. 98 (119th)passed

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

United States · United States Congress · 3 December 2025

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.

Bill· SS. 3302 (119th)referred

Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025

United States · United States Congress · 2 December 2025

Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025 This bill authorizes certain targeted clinical trials involving combinations of drugs to treat pediatric cancer, and renews the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) authority to award priority review vouchers (PRVs) to sponsors of new products for rare pediatric diseases. Specifically, the bill modifies requirements relating to molecularly targeted pediatric cancer investigations to permit research on new drugs used in combination with active ingredients that have already been approved and that (1) have been determined to be part of the standard of care for treating a pediatric cancer, or (2) have been approved to treat an adult cancer and are directed at molecular targets for pediatric cancer. The FDA must issue guidance on the implementation of these provisions and report to Congress on its efforts to ensure implementation. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) must report on the effectiveness of the bill's changes with respect to the development of pediatric cancer drugs. The bill also renews the FDA’s authority to issue PRVs to sponsors of new products intended to treat rare pediatric diseases through September 30, 2030. This is known as the Rare Pediatric Disease PRV program. The program expired in December 2024. GAO must report on the effectiveness of the Rare Pediatric Disease PRV program, including to what extent PRVs were successful in promoting drug development and expediting patient access to drugs for the treatment or prevention of rare pediatric diseases.

Bill· SS. 3274 (119th)referred

Healthy MOM Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 November 2025

Bill· SS. 3267 (119th)referred

ASAP Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 November 2025

Bill· SS. 3258 (119th)reported

Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025

United States · United States Congress · 20 November 2025

Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025 This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to compile, publish, and annually update a list of medications that may be safely prescribed to pilots and air traffic controllers for the purposes of issuing a medical certification. The list must be publicly available on the FAA website and distributed to those seeking a license and medical certification. Currently, the FAA does not have a list of approved medications. However, the FAA does have lists for Aviation Medical Examiners of Do Not Issue medications and Do Not Fly medications.

Bill· SS. 3214 (119th)referred

Background Check Expansion Act

United States · United States Congress · 19 November 2025

Background Check Expansion Act This bill establishes new background check requirements for firearm transfers between private parties (i.e., unlicensed individuals). Specifically, it prohibits a firearm transfer between private parties unless a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, or importer first takes possession of the firearm to conduct a background check. The prohibition does not apply to certain firearm transfers, such as a gift between spouses.

Bill· SS. 3182 (119th)referred

No Torts for Trump Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 November 2025

Bill· SS. 3187 (119th)referred

Bivens Act of 2025

United States · United States Congress · 18 November 2025