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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) introduced a bill to improve the financial security of people with disabilities by updating and modernizing savings limits for Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts, helping individuals build financial security without risking access to critical benefits, which is important as individuals with disabilities and their families face exacerbated costs.

The Stephen Wira ABLE Act was inspired by a Michigan constituent after their family contacted Congresswoman Dingell’s office to share concerns that the outdated savings cap limits families’ ability to better prepare for their future.

“For too many families who have a loved one with a disability, saving for the future can mean worrying about jeopardizing federal benefits that are essential to daily life,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “ABLE accounts have helped individuals with disabilities achieve greater financial independence, but the savings limit has not kept pace with inflation. This legislation fixes that so people can save for their future and build greater financial security.”

“On behalf of ABLE-eligible individuals and their families, I would like to express our sincere appreciation for the diligent efforts of Debbie Dingell and her office in advocating for a segment of our society that depends on strong and effective representation. The establishment of the ABLE Program has provided individuals with disabilities greater opportunities to pursue financial independence while maintaining access to essential support and services,” said Mark Wira, father of Stephen Wira. “By permitting savings protections to be adjusted for inflation, Congress can help restore the original intent of the ABLE program—to ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities can build and preserve financial resources without jeopardizing their security. These improvements help safeguard the financial well-being of ABLE account holders and provide greater peace of mind to individuals and families who rely on the program. We are grateful for Congresswoman Dingell’s leadership and commitment to policies that promote dignity, opportunity, and economic security for Americans with disabilities.”

ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities and their families to save for disability-related expenses, including housing, transportation, healthcare, and other essential needs. Under current law, people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits can only save up to $100,000 in an ABLE account. If they save more than that, they risk losing their monthly benefit check. That threshold was established when ABLE accounts were created in 2014 and has never been adjusted for inflation.

Congresswoman Dingell’s legislation would increase the current cap from $100,000 to $150,000 and provide annual inflation adjustments moving forward.

By updating the ABLE account limit and taking inflation into account, the bill ensures that the program continues to reflect economic realities and supports long-term financial stability for people with disabilities and their families.

Bill text can be found HERE.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) took to the House floor to spotlight the ongoing public health emergency caused by the Lineage Logistics warehouse fire in Boyle Heights and called for accountability, environmental testing, and continued support for impacted communities.

WATCH: Rep. Gomez’s House Floor Remarks on the Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire

Since the fire began, smoke and hazardous fumes have spread beyond Boyle Heights and into neighborhoods across Los Angeles, forcing residents to remain indoors and raising concerns about long-term health impacts

“Families in Boyle Heights and across Los Angeles are living through a public health emergency,” said Rep. Gomez. “They can’t go outside, they can’t open their windows, and they’re worried about the air they’re breathing. Our community deserves answers, accountability, and every resource necessary to recover from this disaster.”

During his remarks, Gomez highlighted the disproportionate environmental burdens often placed on working-class communities and communities of color and emphasized that emergency response efforts must extend beyond extinguishing the fire.

“Firefighters have worked around the clock to contain this fire, but the response cannot stop there,” Gomez said. “We need comprehensive air quality testing, soil testing, and ongoing health monitoring to understand the full impact on residents and workers.”

Rep. Gomez has been in contact with federal, state, and local officials regarding the fire and has urged the EPA and FEMA to stand ready to provide assistance if requested. He has also called for a full investigation into the cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“For too long, communities like Boyle Heights have been asked to live with the consequences of industrial pollution while corporations avoid accountability,” Gomez continued.

“I will keep pushing to ensure every affected family gets the answers, accountability, and resources they deserve.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Garamendi – Representing California’s 3rd Congressional District

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04) introduced bipartisan legislation that would ensure the federal government does not make decisions about the nutrition assistance programs Tribes rely on without their input. These unilateral decisions, opposed by Tribal leaders, previously left grocery shelves empty in tribal communities across the country.

“Last year’s food delivery failures made clear that Tribal Nations need a seat at the table when decisions are made about programs their communities rely on,” said Davids. “No family should have to wonder whether food will arrive on time because concerns raised by Tribal leaders were ignored. This bill helps ensure tribes are heard, strengthens accountability at USDA, and provides a clear plan to keep food flowing when supply chain disruptions occur.”

“I’m pleased to help introduce this bill that would ensure those relying on food assistance programs in Tribal communities are not impacted by federal government shortcomings,” said Representative Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04). “The Increasing Tribal Input on Nutrition Act makes an important fix to strengthen USDA’s response when disruptions occur and ensures they are working more closely with the communities they serve.”

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture shifted from using two vendors to a single national contractor to distribute food, which Tribal Nations and Indian Tribal Organizations warned could create serious risks for food delivery. Those concerns proved well-founded when tribal communities began experiencing delayed shipments, canceled deliveries, inventory shortages, and even expired food products. By the fall of 2024, some tribes reported bare shelves and significant food shortages, prompting USDA to acknowledge the problems and bring back a second contractor on an emergency basis.

The Increasing Tribal Input on Nutrition Act would address the major failures by:

• Requiring USDA to include Tribal representatives in reviewing and awarding contracts under the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR).
  • FDPIR provides income-eligible households with food on Indian reservations. Many households participate in FDPIR as an alternative to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
• Directing USDA to designate an emergency contractor within 45 days of any supply chain disruption under FDPIR or the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).
  • CSFP is targeted at low-income elderly persons 60 years or older and distributes both food and administrative funds to participating states and Tribes.
• Allowing USDA to provide direct payments to Tribes to purchase food themselves during an FDPIR disruption.
• Encouraging states to conduct Tribal consultation before amending CSFP State Plans.
  • Directing USDA to support this work through cooperative agreements or technical assistance.

The bill is led in the Senate by Senators Deb Fischer (R-NE), Tina Smith (D-MN), Adam Schiff (D-CA), John Hoeven (R-ND), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Michael Bennet (D-CO).

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Norma Torres (35th District of California)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04)

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act:

“Thanks to Bidenflation and far-Left overspending, housing costs in this country have soared over the years. At the same time, unnecessary red tape has limited our housing supply, allowing demand to outpace it,” said Congressman Cole. “I voted in favor of the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act tonight to address these exact housing crises. This legislation will expand the housing supply of all types of homes, including single-family, multifamily, apartment complexes, and other factory-built housing. Additionally, it will reduce burdensome regulatory barriers to new home construction, modernize HUD programs, and allow banks to deploy funding more freely. At the end of the day, as the Congressman for Oklahomans in the Fourth District, I aim to serve as a representative for homeowners, renters, and my community. In supporting the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act tonight, I did just that, as this bill will lead to more affordable choices for Oklahomans and all Americans.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman David G Valadao (CA-21)

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) and Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) reintroduced a resolution to formally recognize June as Portuguese National Heritage Month. This resolution highlights the countless contributions that millions of Portuguese Americans have made to our nation.

“Like many Portuguese Americans, my parents came to the United States from the Azores Islands of Portugal in pursuit of the American Dream and greater opportunities for their children,” said Congressman Valadao. “That same determination has inspired generations of Portuguese Americans to make lasting contributions to our communities here in the Central Valley and across the nation. As co-chair of the Congressional Portuguese Caucus, I’m honored to recognize the impact of the Portuguese American community by formally designating June as Portuguese National Heritage Month.”

“I’m honored to represent a community with deep Portuguese roots. As the grandson of Portuguese immigrants, I have seen firsthand the values of hard work, family, and perseverance that have shaped generations of Portuguese Americans,” said Rep. Costa. “As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we recognize the lasting contributions Portuguese Americans have made to the San Joaquin Valley and our nation, as well as the enduring friendship between the United States and Portugal.”

Read the full resolution here.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Gregory W Meeks (5th District of New York)

Washington, D.C. – Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement following the Senate’s approval of his War Powers Resolution which passed the House of Representatives earlier this month. The Senate passed the Resolution 50-48.

Having passed both chambers as a Concurrent Resolution, this measure does not go to the president’s desk for signature. Under the War Powers Resolution, however, it is binding on the president and directs him to cease hostilities against Iran.

“With the Senate passage of my Iran War Powers Resolution, both chambers have now made clear that the president cannot continue this war of choice and must cease all hostilities against Iran. Regardless of what President Trump says, this measure is binding under the War Powers Resolution, and I will explore all legal avenues to ensure the Executive complies with the will of Congress. Congress never authorized this failed war, and the president certainly has no authority to continue it indefinitely without our consent as the Constitution demands. 

“I thank my Democratic colleagues and the Republicans who joined us across party lines for saying enough is enough. After months of war, billions of taxpayer dollars spent, and 14 dead U.S. service members, Trump’s illegal war hasn’t achieved a single core U.S. objective with respect to Iran. If anything, it has empowered and emboldened the Iranian regime while Americans suffer from rising costs at home. Even if the administration succeeds in reaching a new nuclear agreement, by their own description, it appears to at best fall short of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) that Trump tore up in the first place. This war should have never happened; it has made clear the limits of U.S. military intervention and the need for thoughtful, hard diplomacy.” 
 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jared Huffman Representing the 2nd District of California

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