Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Republican · OK · 10 bills sponsored
To require English proficiency as a prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 7169 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would require ride-share drivers (those working for companies like Uber and Lyft) to demonstrate English proficiency as a condition of being eligible to work. The exact details of what "English proficiency" means and how it would be measured are not specified in the available information. The bill's phrase "and for other purposes" suggests it may contain additional provisions beyond this main requirement. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact ride-share companies and their driver pools. It would most directly affect non-native English speakers seeking to become ride-share drivers, potentially excluding some from this work unless they can meet the English proficiency requirement. Passengers could also be indirectly affected depending on how the requirement impacts driver availability. **Current Status:** HR 7169 was introduced by Representative Josh Brecheen (R-Oklahoma) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Additional details about specific English proficiency standards or testing mechanisms are not available from the information provided.
Patriotism Not Pride Act
# Patriotism Not Pride Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 4021 from the 119th Congress in my training data, so I cannot provide accurate information about what this bill specifically proposes, which populations it would affect, or its key provisions. To get a reliable summary, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search for "HR 4021" to see the bill text, sponsors, and official summary - **Your representative's office**: They can explain how it affects your district - **Nonpartisan sources**: Organizations like the Congressional Research Service or reputable news outlets covering the bill This ensures you get accurate, current information rather than my attempting to summarize without complete details.
Energy Freedom Act
# Energy Freedom Act (HR 3330) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Energy Freedom Act is a proposal currently being reviewed in Congress that relates to energy policy, though specific details about its provisions are limited in the available information. Based on the bill's title and sponsorship by a Republican from Oklahoma (an oil and gas-producing state), the bill likely addresses energy production or regulation, but the exact provisions cannot be confirmed without the full text. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process. **Note for Readers:** To understand the specific impacts, who would be affected, and the exact provisions of this bill, I'd recommend reviewing the full text on Congress.gov, which provides detailed legislative information, summaries, and any amendments proposed.
Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025
# Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would settle a long-standing dispute between the federal government and the Quapaw Nation, a Native American tribe based in Oklahoma. It creates a special trust account (called the Quapaw Bear Settlement Trust Account) to hold settlement money and directs the Department of Interior to distribute these funds to the tribe and its members according to a 2020 court recommendation. The bill essentially formalizes a settlement that a federal court panel had already recommended. **Who It Affects** The bill directly affects the Quapaw Nation and its members, who would receive the settlement payments. It also involves the federal government, which would fund the trust account and oversee the distribution process through the Bureau of Trust Funds Administration. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Josh Brecheen, a Republican from Oklahoma.
SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025
# SNAP Reform and Uptitular Mobility Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill proposes changes to how the federal government measures poverty and manages the food assistance program (SNAP). It would require the Census Bureau to collect more detailed data about federal benefits people receive and use that information to create an alternative way of calculating the official poverty level. The bill also establishes a commission to recommend how various federal benefits should be counted when determining poverty eligibility. **Key Changes and Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects SNAP recipients by expanding work requirements. Currently, most SNAP recipients ages 16-59 must work or participate in work programs; this bill would extend that requirement to ages 16-64. For a stricter category of recipients (able-bodied adults without dependents), work requirements would expand from ages 18-55 to 18-64. These changes would require more recipients to work or engage in work-related activities to maintain their benefits, though the bill includes some exemptions. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 2407) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Josh Brecheen (R-OK) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
DRIVE Act
# DRIVE Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The DRIVE Act would prevent the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from requiring large trucks and commercial vehicles—those weighing more than 26,000 pounds that travel across state lines—to be equipped with speed-limiting devices. The FMCSA had begun considering such a requirement in 2022, and this bill would block any rule based on that proposal from being implemented. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill primarily affects trucking companies and commercial vehicle operators who transport goods interstate. Supporters argue that removing potential speed-limiting requirements gives truckers more operational flexibility, while safety advocates have previously suggested that speed limiters could reduce accidents and fatalities. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Healthy SNAP Act of 2025
# Healthy SNAP Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Healthy SNAP Act would restrict what foods people can buy with SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps). Specifically, it would ban the purchase of soft drinks, candy, ice cream, and prepared desserts like cakes, pies, and cookies. Additionally, the USDA would be required to create official guidelines determining which foods are eligible for SNAP, focusing on nutritional value. The agency would need to review and update these guidelines every five years, considering nutrition science, public health, and cultural eating patterns while aiming to limit fat, sugar, and salt content. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact the approximately 42 million Americans who currently receive SNAP benefits, including low-income families, seniors, and disabled individuals. It could also affect grocery stores and food manufacturers who sell to SNAP participants. **Current Status** The bill is still in committee and has not been voted on by Congress. It was introduced by Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK) in the 119th Congress, meaning it remains in the early stages of the legislative process and may not advance further.
USA FIRST Act
# USA FIRST Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The USA FIRST Act would redirect unspent money that was previously allocated to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)—the federal agency responsible for foreign aid—and transfer it instead to FEMA's Disaster Relief Fund. This redirected money would be used to help Americans recover from major disasters declared by the President, including response, recovery, and prevention efforts. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect communities affected by major disasters in the United States, as well as foreign aid recipients who might otherwise receive USAID funding. Taxpayers could potentially see changes in how federal disaster relief is funded. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It was introduced by Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK) in the 119th Congress.
Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act
# Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act (HR 720) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prevent people from using Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and similar tax-advantaged savings accounts to pay for abortion expenses. Currently, these accounts allow people to set aside pre-tax money for qualified medical expenses. If passed, abortion costs would no longer qualify as eligible expenses—with two exceptions: abortions resulting from rape or incest, and abortions necessary to protect a woman's life or health due to a medical condition, as certified by a physician. **Who It Affects** The bill would impact anyone who uses HSAs, Archer Medical Savings Accounts, flexible spending arrangements, health reimbursement arrangements, or retiree health accounts. These accounts are commonly offered through employers and used by millions of Americans to manage healthcare costs. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. It has not been enacted into law.
No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act
# Summary of HR 719: No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act **What the bill would do:** This bill would prevent the federal government from approving new Medicaid experimental programs and projects if they use federal funds to pay for abortions or health plans that cover abortions. It would also block federal funding for travel or lodging expenses related to obtaining an abortion. The restrictions would not apply to abortions in cases of rape, incest, or when necessary to save a pregnant woman's life, nor would they affect coverage for treating miscarriages or ectopic pregnancies. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects low-income individuals covered by Medicaid, as well as states that administer Medicaid programs. It would limit what types of health coverage options federal officials can approve for new Medicaid pilot or demonstration projects. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. It was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Josh Brecheen (R-OK).