Danny K. Davis

This bill helps Roberto Carlos Lopez become a permanent U.S. resident. It would resolve his past immigration problems and cancel any orders for him to leave the country. But his close family members would not get special immigration status through him.

This bill, called the Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act, would require states to consider important legal issues when planning for current and former foster youth. It would also give states the option to use existing federal money to help these young people get legal advice and support. This means foster youth could get help with things like housing, education, jobs, and family legal matters.

This bill would set aside money for local groups to create plans and services that help children and families dealing with trauma. It would also fund hospital programs, train teachers and mental health workers, and reauthorize existing support networks. The goal is to better identify and support those affected by violence, addiction, and other traumatic experiences.

This bill would stop discrimination based on religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), or marital status in child welfare services that receive federal money. It aims to improve safety and stability for children, especially LGBTQ youth, by requiring new rules, training, and support for agencies and caregivers. Individuals who face discrimination could also take legal action.

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This bill would set up a grant program to help low-income people get training and support for health jobs. It would offer services like childcare, transportation, and career coaching to help people enter good-paying health jobs. The program would also include special projects for people with past arrest records and those wanting to become doulas or midwives.

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This resolution would show the House of Representatives' support for June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day." It would push for more public awareness, better research, and easier access to treatments for people with sickle cell disease both in the U.S. and globally. The goal is to improve health outcomes and address healthcare bias.

This bill would increase the amount of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, helping families cover costs for things like daycare or elder care. It would also make the credit refundable for many families, meaning they could get money back even if they don't owe federal income taxes. These changes would take effect for tax years starting after December 31, 2024.

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This bill would significantly increase federal money for child care programs across the country. It sets aside billions to help states, territories, and tribal organizations improve child care quality, expand options, and pay child care workers a living wage. This means more affordable and accessible care for families and better support for those working in the child care field.