Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Democrat · CA · 48 bills sponsored
To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish qualifications for the appointment of a person as a marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, in the Veterans Health Administration.
# HR 658 Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 658 sets specific qualifications for marriage and family therapists working in the Veterans Health Administration (the VA's healthcare system) who supervise other therapists. Currently, there are no federal standards for who can hold this supervisory role. The bill would require these supervisors to have a master's degree, be licensed or certified in their state, and either be authorized by their state to provide clinical supervision or be approved as a supervisor by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects veterans receiving mental health care through the VA, as well as marriage and family therapists employed by the VA. By establishing clear qualifications, the bill aims to ensure that supervisors in VA mental health programs meet professional standards and can effectively oversee and train other therapists. **Current Status** HR 658 has passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting action in the Senate. The bill has bipartisan support conceptually, as it focuses on improving professional standards rather than partisan issues.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to "Reproductive Health Services".
# Summary of HJRES 144 **What the Bill Does:** This resolution would use a congressional procedure called "disapproval" to reject a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rule about reproductive health services. Under federal law, Congress can disapprove certain agency rules within a specific timeframe. If passed, this disapproval would prevent the VA's reproductive health rule from taking effect. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects veterans and VA healthcare providers. The specific impact depends on the details of the VA rule itself, which the bill summary doesn't specify. Generally, such rules govern what medical services VA hospitals and clinics can provide to veterans. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA), though the summary doesn't provide details about the content of the VA rule being challenged or the reasoning behind the disapproval effort. To understand the full context, one would need to review the actual VA rule and any supporting statements from lawmakers.
Veterans Law Judge Experience Act of 2025
# Veterans Law Judge Experience Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This legislation requires the Chairman of the Board of Veterans' Appeals to prioritize hiring judges who have at least three or more years of legal experience in relevant areas of law. The goal is to ensure that judges handling veterans' appeals have substantial professional legal background before taking on these roles. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily impacts veterans who appeal decisions about their benefits, pensions, and compensation claims. It also affects the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Board of Veterans' Appeals, which handles thousands of appeals from veterans each year. The requirement could influence the hiring pool for judicial positions at the Board. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate. As with all legislation, it would need to pass both chambers and be signed by the President to become law.
This act may be cited as the “Gold Star Siblings Educational Benefits Act
# Gold Star Siblings Educational Benefits Act (HR 6377) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would provide educational benefits to siblings of military service members who died in service or from service-related injuries. Currently, the federal government offers educational assistance programs (like the GI Bill) to surviving spouses and children of deceased service members, but siblings are generally excluded. This legislation would extend similar educational support to these family members. **Who It Affects:** The bill would help brothers and sisters of fallen or deceased service members access funding for college, vocational training, or other educational programs. These individuals would gain access to benefits previously limited to spouses and children of the deceased. **Current Status:** HR 6377 was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced to passage at this time.
Supporting Military Families Exposed to Toxic Substances Act
# Supporting Military Families Exposed to Toxic Substances Act (HR 6376) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to provide support and assistance to military families who have been exposed to toxic substances, particularly through contaminated water at military bases. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills of this type typically address healthcare benefits, compensation, medical monitoring programs, or cleanup efforts related to environmental contamination at military installations. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact current and former military service members and their families who live on or near military bases where toxic contamination has occurred. This includes dependents and potentially veterans who were exposed during their service. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6376 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) in the 119th Congress. To get a complete picture of the bill's specific provisions and any recent developments, you would need to check Congress.gov for the full legislative text and committee updates.
Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act
# Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act (HR 4876) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would allow the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide reproductive health services to eligible veterans, including fertility treatments, contraception, and related medical care. Currently, the VA has limited authority to offer these services. If passed, the bill would expand VA healthcare to cover a broader range of reproductive health options for veterans who use the VA system. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects veterans who receive healthcare through the VA, giving them access to reproductive services that may otherwise require going to private doctors or other healthcare providers. It could impact both male and female veterans seeking fertility assistance, contraception, or related reproductive health support. **Key Provisions & Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No significant action has been taken since its introduction. The specific details of what services would be covered and how the program would be funded would likely be determined during the committee review process if the bill moves forward.
CHAMPVA Children’s Care Protection Act of 2025
# CHAMPVA Children's Care Protection Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would extend health insurance coverage under CHAMPVA (a Department of Veterans Affairs health program) for children of eligible military families and veterans until age 26, removing the current requirement that children lose coverage if they get married. Currently, CHAMPVA coverage for dependents typically ends at age 21 (or 23 if enrolled full-time in college), and marriage can end coverage even earlier. The bill would standardize the age limit at 26 regardless of marital status. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects children of military families and veterans who rely on CHAMPVA for health coverage. This includes dependents of deceased, disabled, or retired service members who are ineligible for regular military health insurance (TRICARE). The change could help young adults maintain continuous health coverage during transitional years when they may still be establishing careers or completing education. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in January 2025 by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.
Veterans’ Surviving Spouse Equity Act of 2025
# Veterans' Surviving Spouse Equity Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to improve benefits for surviving spouses of military veterans. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the title suggests it addresses fairness or equality issues in how surviving spouses receive military-related benefits or compensation. The bill would likely affect eligibility rules, payment amounts, or other aspects of survivor benefits currently offered to spouses after a veteran's death. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be surviving spouses of deceased veterans. Depending on the specific provisions, it could also impact adult children or other dependents who receive survivor benefits, as well as the Department of Veterans Affairs, which administers these programs. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4637 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA). For most bills at this stage, passage is not guaranteed, and the measure could be debated, amended, or stalled in committee before any further action is taken.
Producing Real Opportunities for Technology and Entrepreneurs Investing in Nutrition Act
# Summary of HR 6780: Producing Real Opportunities for Technology and Entrepreneurs Investing in Nutrition Act **What the Bill Does:** This bill, known as the PROTEIN Act, would support the development and commercialization of plant-based and cultivated meat alternatives. It would likely establish funding mechanisms, tax incentives, or regulatory streamlining to help entrepreneurs and companies develop new food technologies that offer protein-rich alternatives to traditional animal products. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect food technology startups and companies working on alternative proteins, as well as consumers interested in plant-based and lab-grown meat products. It could also impact traditional agriculture and meat industry stakeholders depending on specific provisions. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6780 remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. This means the bill is still in the early legislative stage and may be revised before any floor consideration. --- *Note: The bill summary provided contained limited detail about specific provisions. For a more comprehensive understanding of exact funding amounts, tax credits, or regulatory changes, you would need to review the full bill text.*
Zero Food Waste Act
# Zero Food Waste Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Zero Food Waste Act (HR 6684) aims to reduce food waste in the United States through various federal initiatives and incentives. While specific details aren't provided in the basic information available, bills with this title typically focus on measures like tax incentives for food donations, improvements to food recovery programs, funding for food waste reduction research, and coordination among federal agencies to decrease the amount of food discarded in homes, retail stores, and restaurants. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact food businesses (grocers, restaurants, manufacturers), charitable food organizations, farmers, and consumers. Businesses might benefit from tax breaks for donating food, while food banks and nonprofits could receive increased resources to distribute surplus food to people in need. **Current Status** As of now, HR 6684 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-California) and has not advanced further in the legislative process. *Note: For complete details on specific provisions, you may want to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
Have You Served Act
# Have You Served Act (HR 5995) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Have You Served Act would require federal contractors and employers receiving federal funding to disclose whether they employ veterans and what percentage of their workforce consists of veterans. This transparency measure aims to track veteran employment across federally-funded organizations and make this information publicly available. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal contractors and companies that receive federal grants or funding. It would also benefit veterans and job-seekers who could use this information when considering employers, as well as federal agencies monitoring veteran employment trends. The general public would gain visibility into which companies are hiring veterans. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5995 remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) in the 119th Congress. The bill has not advanced to the floor for a vote, meaning it is still in the early legislative stage.
Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging Act of 2025
# Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish federal support for bidirectional electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, which allows power to flow both ways between an EV battery and the electrical grid. Instead of only charging vehicles from the grid, bidirectional chargers enable EVs to send stored electricity back to homes or the power grid during peak demand periods or emergencies. The legislation aims to promote adoption and standardization of this technology across the United States. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill would impact EV owners, charging station manufacturers, utilities, and potentially homeowners looking to reduce energy costs. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bidirectional charging legislation typically addresses funding for infrastructure, technical standards, grid integration requirements, and consumer protections. This technology could help stabilize the electrical grid and provide backup power during outages. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6129 is in committee, meaning it's in the early legislative stage and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA).
Veterans Healthcare Improvement Act
# Veterans Healthcare Improvement Act Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text or specific provisions of HR 5996 to provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would actually do. To give you a reliable, factual summary, I would need to review the bill's actual language and provisions. **I'd recommend checking these official sources for accurate details:** - Congress.gov (search "HR 5996") - provides full bill text, sponsors, and current status - The bill sponsor's website (Rep. Julia Brownley's office) - Congressional Research Service summaries If you can share the bill's specific provisions or key sections, I'd be happy to explain them in plain language for you.
Helping Homeless Veterans Act of 2025
# Helping Homeless Veterans Act of 2025 (HR 5997) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Helping Homeless Veterans Act of 2025 aims to expand and improve federal programs designed to help homeless veterans find housing and support services. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on increasing funding for transitional housing, mental health services, job training, and other assistance programs specifically tailored to veterans experiencing homelessness. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be veterans currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. The bill would also affect the federal agencies and nonprofits that administer veteran services, as they would likely receive additional resources or new requirements under the legislation. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5997 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-California). For detailed information about specific provisions—such as funding amounts or program requirements—you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Every Veteran Counts Act of 2025
# Every Veteran Counts Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Every Veteran Counts Act of 2025 aims to improve how the federal government counts and tracks the veteran population in the United States. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically seek to enhance data collection methods—such as through census efforts or administrative records—to get more accurate numbers on how many veterans exist, where they live, and their demographic characteristics. Better counting could help ensure veterans receive appropriate government services and resources. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect veterans and veteran service organizations, as more accurate data could improve targeting of VA benefits, healthcare services, and support programs. It would also impact federal agencies responsible for collecting demographic data and administering veteran programs. **Current Status:** 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. No further action has been taken at this time. *Note: Full legislative details are limited in the available information. For complete provisions, consult Congress.gov or the bill's official text.*
Same Day Registration Act of 2025
# Same Day Registration Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Same Day Registration Act of 2025 would allow eligible voters to register and cast their ballots on Election Day itself, rather than requiring advance registration. Currently, most states require voters to register days or weeks before elections. If passed, this bill would establish a federal standard permitting same-day registration nationwide. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would impact all voters and election officials across the country. The bill would streamline voting access by eliminating advance registration deadlines, potentially removing a barrier that some voters face due to missed deadlines, address changes, or lack of awareness. Election officials would need to process registrations and votes simultaneously on Election Day. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been referred to the relevant House committee but has not yet been voted on by the full chamber. The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley, a Democrat from California.
Predatory Truck Leasing Prevention Act of 2025
# Predatory Truck Leasing Prevention Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Predatory Truck Leasing Prevention Act of 2025 aims to regulate leasing practices in the trucking industry. Based on its title and subject matter, the bill is designed to protect truck drivers from unfair leasing agreements that have been criticized as exploitative. These arrangements typically involve drivers leasing trucks from companies under terms that can trap them in debt, require them to pay for repairs and fuel while having minimal control over their work, and limit their ability to earn fair wages. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily affects owner-operator truck drivers who lease rather than own their vehicles, as well as the trucking companies that lease trucks to drivers. Consumer advocates and labor groups have supported similar measures, while trucking industry representatives may oppose regulations they view as restricting business practices. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5423 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA-26). Specific provisions of the bill are not yet publicly detailed in available sources.
Gun Suicide Prevention Act of 2025
# Gun Suicide Prevention Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Gun Suicide Prevention Act of 2025 is a proposal currently being reviewed in Congress that would establish federal programs and policies aimed at reducing suicide deaths involving firearms. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the basic information provided, bills with this title typically focus on measures such as funding for suicide prevention education, training programs for firearm dealers and health professionals to identify at-risk individuals, and potentially safe storage requirements or waiting periods. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would impact firearm owners, licensed gun dealers, healthcare providers, and suicide prevention organizations. It may also affect states and localities that would need to implement or coordinate with any federal programs created by the bill. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5306 remains in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Julia Brownley (D-California). *Note: For a complete understanding of specific provisions, the full bill text would need to be reviewed, as the summary provided contains limited details.*
SOIL Act
# SOIL Act (HR 4636) Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 4636's text or provisions in my knowledge base. To give you an accurate summary of what this bill would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need to review the actual bill language. **I recommend checking these official sources for current information:** - **Congress.gov** (Congress.gov/bill/hr4636) - the official legislative tracking site with full bill text, summaries, and status updates - **Representative Julia Brownley's official website** - for her office's description of the bill's purpose - **House committees** currently reviewing the bill - for committee reports and hearing information Based on the title "SOIL Act," the bill likely involves soil conservation or agricultural soil management, but I don't want to speculate without verified details. If you can share the bill's summary or key provisions, I'm happy to help explain them in plain language.
Climate-Friendly Food Label Task Force Act
# Climate-Friendly Food Label Task Force Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would create an advisory panel to study how the U.S. could develop a "climate-friendly" certification label for agricultural products. The panel would examine ways to help farmers reduce greenhouse gas emissions and would recommend a system that uses market-based approaches—allowing consumers to make informed choices about the environmental impact of their food. The study would be submitted to the USDA and Congress as a report with recommendations. **Who It Affects** The bill would impact farmers and agricultural producers, food companies, consumers, and environmental advocates. It would also constrain the USDA from creating climate-friendly food certifications or guidance on its own until after the panel completes its study and submits findings to Congress. **Key Details** The advisory panel would include climate scientists, nutrition experts, environmental organizations, industry representatives, and federal agencies. The focus would be on helping producers reduce emissions while using approaches that give consumers choice and education rather than top-down mandates. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not been voted on by Congress.
Protecting Federal Employee Rights to Personnel Files Act of 2025
# Summary of HR 4440: Protecting Federal Employee Rights to Personnel Files Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish or strengthen federal employee rights to access and review their own personnel files. The legislation aims to ensure that federal workers can inspect documents in their personnel records held by their employers (federal agencies) and potentially obtain copies of these files. The bill addresses transparency and employee protections by clarifying what information federal employees can access about themselves. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be federal employees across all executive branch agencies. The bill could also indirectly affect federal agencies, which would need to comply with new or clarified requirements regarding record access and management. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4440 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA). Without additional information about specific provisions, this summary reflects the general purpose indicated by the bill's title. For details on exact requirements or exemptions, the full legislative text would need to be reviewed.
Protecting Americans from Reckless Gun Dealers Act of 2025
# Protecting Americans from Reckless Gun Dealers Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to establish stricter oversight of gun dealers by allowing the federal government to revoke or deny licenses for gun retailers that repeatedly break firearms laws. Currently, the bill is in committee and hasn't been formally introduced with detailed provisions available. Based on the title, it would likely target dealers who engage in illegal sales practices, such as selling to prohibited buyers or failing to conduct required background checks. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact licensed firearms dealers and their operations. It could also affect gun purchasers by potentially reducing access through dealers found to be operating recklessly. Law enforcement agencies would likely have a role in enforcing any new provisions. **Current Status** The bill (HR 4251) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA-26) and is currently in committee. No additional action has been taken, and the specific details of what regulations would be imposed have not yet been publicly detailed. Congress would need to vote on the bill for it to advance further.
Offshore Pipeline Safety Act
# Offshore Pipeline Safety Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Offshore Pipeline Safety Act (HR 3948) aims to strengthen safety regulations and oversight for pipelines that operate in U.S. ocean waters. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on improving inspection standards, accident prevention, environmental protections, and enforcement mechanisms for underwater pipeline infrastructure. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect oil and gas companies operating offshore pipelines, federal regulatory agencies responsible for pipeline oversight, and coastal communities that depend on ocean resources. It could also impact consumers through potential changes to energy infrastructure costs. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Julia Brownley (D-California) and remains in committee review. 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 can search the bill number (HR 3948) on Congress.gov.
Loved Ones Interment Act
# Loved Ones Interment Act (HR 3710) Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Loved Ones Interment Act would allow families to bring the cremated remains of deceased loved ones onto commercial airline flights as carry-on baggage. Currently, there are restrictions and inconsistent rules across airlines regarding transporting ashes. This bill aims to standardize and clarify the process, making it easier for people to travel with their deceased family members' remains for burial or memorial services. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects grieving families who need to transport ashes to burial sites or memorial locations that may be far from home. It also impacts airlines, which would need to follow consistent federal standards rather than individual company policies. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3710 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA).