Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Democrat · OH · 11 bills sponsored
Protecting Our Communities Act
# Protecting Our Communities Act (HR 7785) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Protecting Our Communities Act is currently in the committee review stage and has not yet been publicly detailed with specific provisions in available records. Without access to the bill's full text or detailed summary, I cannot accurately describe its specific provisions or impacts. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-OH) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full floor vote in the House of Representatives. **What You Should Know:** To get accurate information about what this bill specifically proposes, I'd recommend checking official sources like Congress.gov, which provides the full bill text, summaries, and detailed breakdowns of provisions. Bill titles can sometimes be general, so the actual contents may differ from what the name suggests. You can also contact Representative Beatty's office directly for information about the bill's goals and intended impact.
Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026
# Women's Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Women's Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026 is designed to improve heart disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment specifically for women. While detailed provisions aren't specified in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on increasing research funding for women's heart health, improving medical training on sex-specific heart disease symptoms, and expanding access to cardiac care services for women. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact women's health outcomes and the medical community. It could affect healthcare providers, research institutions, and women—particularly those at higher risk for heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, often underdiagnosed because symptoms can differ from men's. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (HR 7417) is in committee, meaning it's under review and hasn't yet been debated by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) in the 119th Congress. For the most current details about specific provisions, you would need to check Congress.gov or the bill's official text.
21st Century STEM for Girls and Underrepresented Minorities Act
# 21st Century STEM for Girls and Underrepresented Minorities Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to increase participation and achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields among girls and students from underrepresented minority groups. If passed, it would likely authorize federal programs, funding, and initiatives designed to encourage these populations to pursue STEM education and careers, addressing documented gaps in representation within these fields. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit female students and students from underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities interested in STEM subjects. It would also affect schools, educational institutions, and organizations that receive federal funding to implement these programs. Teachers and educators in STEM fields may be involved in program implementation. **Current Status:** As of the last update, this bill (HR 6375) is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would require committee approval and broader congressional support to move forward.
Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2025
# Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2025 would establish or expand financial education programs focused specifically on housing-related topics. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the basic bill information available, legislation with this title typically aims to help consumers better understand mortgages, homebuying processes, rental agreements, and housing costs before making major financial decisions. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect prospective homebuyers and renters seeking to make informed housing decisions. It could also impact financial educators, housing agencies, and lending institutions that might be required to provide or support financial literacy programs. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 6125) was introduced by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee. This means it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the full text of the bill through Congress.gov.
Voter Purge Protection Act
# Voter Purge Protection Act (HR 5707) Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill would establish federal standards and protections for how states maintain their voter registration lists. "Voter purges" are when election officials remove names from registration rolls—sometimes for valid reasons like death or relocation, but sometimes due to errors. This legislation would aim to prevent people from being wrongly removed from voter rolls and ensure they have the chance to correct mistakes before losing their voting eligibility. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact voters, election officials, and state election systems. Any citizen who could be affected by voter registration list maintenance would be concerned, particularly those who move frequently, have name changes, or might be incorrectly flagged by matching systems. **Key Provisions:** While specific details aren't provided in the summary, voter purge protection bills typically include requirements like: notifying voters before removal, allowing time for people to object or correct errors, and establishing accuracy standards for the systems used to identify who should be removed. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's still being reviewed and has not yet advanced to a floor vote in the House.
OFAC Licensure for Investigators Act
# OFAC Licensure for Investigators Act Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would require the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to create a pilot program allowing private companies to obtain licenses to conduct small financial transactions as part of investigating potential violations of U.S. sanctions laws. Currently, companies must report suspicious activity to OFAC, but this bill would give licensed firms more direct investigative authority. Licensed companies would need to submit monthly reports to OFAC detailing their activities under the license. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects private sector compliance firms, financial institutions, and companies that investigate potential violations of U.S. sanctions—particularly those checking whether their organizations are inadvertently doing business with sanctioned entities or individuals. It also affects OFAC and the Treasury Department, which would need to establish and oversee the licensing program. **Current status:** The bill passed the House of Representatives and is now awaiting Senate action. It was sponsored by Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and deals with financial crime enforcement and regulatory oversight.
Advancing the Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Financial Institutions Act
# Summary: Advancing the Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Financial Institutions Act **What it would do:** This bill would create a new mentorship program within the Department of the Treasury designed to help small, minority-owned, and rural banks improve their operations and capabilities. Under the program, larger financial institutions or Treasury-designated "financial agents" would mentor smaller banks, helping them strengthen their services and eventually qualify to work directly with the federal government on financial matters. **Who it affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be small banks, minority-owned financial institutions, and rural banks that currently have limited resources or capacity. The program could also affect large banks, which would serve as mentors, and the federal government, which could potentially work with more financial institutions for government banking services. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
HOME Investment Partnerships Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2025
# Summary: HOME Investment Partnerships Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** This bill would reauthorize and update the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, a federal initiative that provides funding to states and communities to build, buy, and rehabilitate affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households. The bill aims to improve how the program operates and potentially expand its funding or eligibility requirements. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects low- and moderate-income households struggling to find affordable housing, as well as state and local governments that administer housing programs. It could also impact nonprofit organizations and developers who work on affordable housing projects. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The specific improvements proposed in the bill have not yet been publicly detailed, as it remains in the early legislative stage.
Woman on the Twenty Act of 2025
# Woman on the Twenty Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would replace Andrew Jackson's portrait on the $20 bill with an image of a woman. The specific woman to be honored has not been designated in the bill's basic information, though historically this type of legislation has referenced honoring pioneering women in American history. If passed, it would require the Treasury Department and Bureau of Engraving and Printing to redesign and produce new $20 bills featuring the chosen woman's likeness. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill would affect anyone using U.S. currency, as new $20 bills would gradually enter circulation. The change would be primarily symbolic, honoring women's contributions to American history. The legislation would require coordination between federal agencies responsible for currency production and design. There is no fiscal impact mentioned beyond the standard costs of producing new currency designs (which occur periodically regardless). **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) and is currently in committee. This means it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Many bills introduced in Congress remain in committee and do not advance to a vote.
Rosa Parks Commemorative Coin Act
# Rosa Parks Commemorative Coin Act Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 916 would authorize the U.S. Department of the Treasury to create and sell special commemorative coins honoring Rosa Parks, the civil rights activist famous for refusing to give up her bus seat during the Civil Rights Movement. When these coins are sold to the public, a portion of the proceeds (called a "surcharge") would be donated to the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, an organization focused on youth education and development. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would primarily affect coin collectors interested in commemorative issues and the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute, which would receive funding from coin sales. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Joyce Beatty, a Democrat from Ohio.
Black History is American History Act
# Black History is American History Act (HR 844) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would require schools, universities, libraries, and museums to include Black history as a required part of American history education in order to receive certain federal grants from the Department of Education. It would also mandate that Black history be included in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)—the standardized test used to measure student achievement across the country. The bill specifically ties these requirements to funding for "American History and Civics Academies," which provide teacher training workshops and support for high school students studying American history and civics. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities), public libraries, and museums that seek federal education grants. Teachers and students would be affected through changes to curriculum requirements and testing standards, and the Smithsonian Institution is also mentioned as subject to these provisions. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not been voted on. It was introduced by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-OH) in the 119th Congress.