Tracey Mann

This bill would let people use up to $35,000 from their 529 college savings plans to buy their first home without paying federal income tax or an extra 10% penalty on the earnings from contributions made more than five years before the withdrawal. This changes current rules where using 529 funds for non-education costs usually means paying taxes and penalties. The plan must have been open for at least 15 years to qualify.

This bill would give truck drivers new protections for their safety records when applying for or keeping a job. Companies would need to tell drivers and allow time for an appeal before acting on federal safety data. The bill also ensures that safety violations being challenged are clearly marked in government databases. States would also offer an independent appeals process.

This bill would let states use advanced tools like predictive analytics and telematics to improve highway safety, freight safety, and national priority safety programs. It would require states to use these technologies in their safety planning and project evaluations. The goal is to better identify risks and make roads safer for everyone.

Recreational drone pilots would get more options for where they can legally fly their drones. This bill would clarify existing rules, allowing hobbyists to operate in certain Class E airspaces without needing special permission. This change would make it easier for millions of drone enthusiasts to enjoy their hobby.

This bill would change federal rules for healthcare facilities not directly run by doctors. It would let these facilities meet federal requirements by having arrangements with physician assistants or nurse practitioners, following state laws. This could make it easier for these professionals to provide care, potentially increasing access for patients. These changes would start on January 1, 2027.

A new bill would make sure that rural health clinics can continue to qualify for the Medicare program under clear rules. It would update the definition of what counts as a non-rural area, aiming to maintain consistent qualification standards for these clinics. These changes would take effect starting January 1, 2027.

This bill would let states create online systems for people to renew special commercial driver's licenses used in seasonal farm work. It would also make it clear that certain farm equipment is not considered a commercial motor vehicle for specific weight calculations. These changes aim to make things easier for farmers and farm-related businesses.

This bill would make Haskell Indian Nations University an independent, federally chartered school. It would no longer be managed by the Bureau of Indian Education, giving it more control over its operations and allowing it to raise private money. This change aims to provide a more stable future and high-quality education for its students.

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