Marcy Kaptur

Congress wants to name a Navy ship after Rear Admiral Alene Duerk, the first woman flag officer. This bill formally asks the Secretary of the Navy to name a vessel "U.S.S. Rear Admiral Alene Duerk" to honor her brave service. However, the Secretary of the Navy would still make the final decision.

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This bill would require certain federal employees in higher-level or political roles to complete annual training on how to properly spend taxpayer dollars. These employees would need to learn about government budget rules each year. If they don't complete the training, they could face penalties like losing bonuses or access to agency computer systems.

This bill would remove the three-year time limit on health and dental benefits for Gold Star surviving spouses. These spouses, whose loved ones died while serving, would get ongoing access to TRICARE medical and dental care. The changes would apply regardless of when their spouse passed away.

The House would back designating May 9-18, 2025, as 'National American Birding Week'. This resolution aims to highlight the importance of migratory birds and the economic benefits of birdwatching. It would encourage people to learn about bird conservation and attend birding events.

This bill would create a new grant program. It would help police and corrections agencies train their officers on how to respond to mental health crises. This aims to make interactions safer for both officers and people in crisis.

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