Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41]
Republican · CA · 18 bills sponsored
VSAFE Act of 2025
# VSAFE Act of 2025 Summary **What the bill does:** The Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act of 2025 creates a new position within the Department of Veterans Affairs—a Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer—whose job is to prevent, investigate, and respond to fraud and scams targeting veterans. The bill also extends current loan fee rates for VA home loans through June 2034, keeping these fees stable for veterans seeking to buy homes. **Who it affects:** The primary beneficiaries are veterans and their families. The fraud prevention measures aim to protect veterans from scams, while the loan fee extension helps veterans maintain affordable home loan options. The bill also affects the VA, which must staff this new officer position and implement fraud prevention strategies. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is now moving through the legislative process. It still requires Senate approval and the President's signature to become law.
BOWOW Act of 2025
# BOWOW Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The BOWOW Act (Bill to Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals) would make it easier to deport non-U.S. citizens who harm animals used in law enforcement, such as police dogs or horses. Currently, animal abuse alone may not be grounds for deportation. This bill would make harming working police animals a specific reason to deny entry to the country or remove someone already living here. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects non-U.S. citizens (documented or undocumented immigrants) who harm law enforcement animals. It would also impact law enforcement agencies whose working animals would receive additional legal protection through immigration consequences for offenders. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4638 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) and has not advanced further in the legislative process.
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026
# Summary of HR 4016: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026 **What It Does** This bill allocates federal funding for the Department of Defense's operations and activities for fiscal year 2026. It covers five main spending categories: military personnel salaries and benefits, day-to-day operations and maintenance of bases and equipment, purchasing weapons and military hardware, research and development of new defense technologies, and management funds. The bill also funds related programs like military health care, chemical weapons disposal, and drug interdiction efforts, as well as intelligence agencies like the CIA. **Who It Affects** The bill directly affects active-duty military members, military families, defense contractors, and federal employees working in defense-related roles. Indirectly, it impacts American taxpayers who fund these appropriations and citizens in regions where U.S. military operations occur. The legislation also influences intelligence and security operations. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is proceeding through the legislative process. Note: This bill does *not* include funding for military construction, housing, or nuclear weapons—those are handled in separate appropriations bills.
Stuck On Hold Act
# Stuck On Hold Act Summary I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the publicly available information is minimal. The congressional record shows that HR 5992, the "Stuck On Hold Act," was introduced by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, but the specific subject matter and provisions are not listed in the data provided. To get accurate information about what this bill would actually do, I'd recommend checking these official sources: - **Congress.gov** (search HR 5992) - provides full bill text and summaries - **Representative Calvert's official website** - often includes sponsor statements - **House committee websites** - may have hearing information or analysis If you can share the bill's text or a link, I'd be happy to provide a clear, factual summary of its specific provisions and impacts.
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act
# Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** HR 5935 would settle long-standing water rights disputes involving the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, a Native American tribe located in Southern California. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the basic bill information available, water rights settlement acts typically allocate specific amounts of water to tribes, clarify usage rights, and resolve competing claims between tribes, states, and federal agencies. This type of legislation aims to provide tribes with secure, long-term access to water resources for drinking, agriculture, and other essential needs. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiary would be the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and their reservation lands. The settlement would also impact water availability for other regional stakeholders, potentially including other tribes, California state water agencies, agricultural users, and municipalities in the area. Such settlements often involve federal funding for water infrastructure and management. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a floor vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA).
DOD Entrepreneurial Innovation Act
# DOD Entrepreneurial Innovation Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The DOD Entrepreneurial Innovation Act (HR 5726) would create or expand programs within the Department of Defense to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship among military personnel and DOD employees. While specific details aren't available in the summary provided, bills with this title typically aim to streamline how the military identifies, develops, and implements new ideas and technologies from within its ranks—potentially including startup-like initiatives, innovation challenges, or partnerships with private sector innovators. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact DOD employees, military service members, and potentially private companies that work with the military. It could also indirectly affect defense contractors and the broader defense technology sector by changing how the military sources and develops new capabilities. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5726 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full vote in the House. The bill was introduced by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA) in the 119th Congress. To better understand the specific provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, as the summary provided doesn't include detailed legislative language.
Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025
# Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** HR 831 would modify the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, a long-standing agreement among Arizona, California, Nevada, and the federal government to manage water resources while protecting endangered species in the Colorado River region. The bill appears to make changes to how the program operates, though specific amendments aren't detailed in the available information. It involves adjustments to water management, wildlife conservation efforts, and potentially how the program is funded. **Who It Affects** This bill impacts three southwestern states (Arizona, California, and Nevada) that depend on Colorado River water for drinking water, agriculture, and industry. It also affects wildlife species protected under the program, water utilities and their customers, farmers, and conservation organizations working in the region. **Current Status** HR 831 is currently 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 Republican Ken Calvert from California. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Secure Our Ports Act of 2025
# Secure Our Ports Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What It Does** This bill would prevent U.S. port operators and facility owners from leasing, selling, or allowing companies controlled by China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia to operate certain maritime facilities. The restriction applies specifically to ports designated as "high-security" areas that require special transportation security plans. The goal is to prevent these countries from gaining control over critical U.S. port infrastructure. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects companies that operate or own port facilities at major U.S. ports with enhanced security requirements. It could impact any existing or future business arrangements between U.S. port operators and enterprises owned or controlled by the four specified countries. International companies from those nations seeking to operate U.S. port facilities would be blocked under this law. **Current Status** The bill passed the House of Representatives and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate. It reflects bipartisan concerns about national security and foreign control of critical infrastructure, though the Senate has not yet voted on it.
Ending Major Borderland Environmental Ruin from Wildfires (EMBER) Act
# EMBER Act Summary The EMBER Act (HR 2026) is a proposed bill focused on preventing large-scale wildfires in borderland regions. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the provided information, the legislation's title and focus suggest it would address wildfire management and environmental protection in areas near the U.S.-Mexico border. The bill is sponsored by Republican Rep. Ken Calvert of California and is currently under review in a House committee. The bill would primarily affect communities, ecosystems, and federal land management agencies in border states—particularly California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It would likely impact federal land management policies and potentially private landowners in these regions. Without access to the full bill text, specific provisions cannot be detailed, but such legislation typically addresses forest management, fuel reduction, prescribed burns, and emergency response protocols. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee and has not yet advanced to a floor vote in the House of Representatives. --- **Note:** For a complete understanding of this bill's specific provisions and potential effects, I'd recommend reviewing the full text on Congress.gov or contacting your representative's office.
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act with respect to permitting terms, and for other purposes.
# HR 2093 Summary **What the Bill Does:** HR 2093 would modify the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, which is the main federal law governing water pollution in the United States. Specifically, the bill focuses on changing how "permitting terms" work—essentially the rules and timelines for obtaining permits that allow businesses, industries, and other entities to discharge water or pollutants into waterways. The bill's exact changes aren't detailed in the available information, but it indicates there are additional provisions beyond just permit terms. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact industries and facilities that need water pollution permits, such as manufacturing plants, power plants, wastewater treatment facilities, and other operations that discharge into U.S. waters. It could also affect state and federal environmental agencies responsible for issuing and enforcing these permits, and potentially everyday citizens concerned with water quality. **Current Status:** HR 2093 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House of Representatives but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. The bill was sponsored by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA). Without more detailed information about the specific provisions, it's difficult to assess the potential impact, but changes to permitting processes typically involve trade-offs between regulatory efficiency and environmental protection.
FISH Act of 2025
# FISH Act of 2025 - Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 1894 (the FISH Act of 2025) beyond the basic information you've provided. To give you an accurate summary of what the bill would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need to review the bill's actual text. **What I can tell you:** - It's a House bill sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) - It's currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full floor vote yet - The acronym "FISH" likely stands for something specific, but I'd need the bill text to confirm **To get the information you're looking for**, I'd recommend: - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for HR 1894 - Checking the bill's summary and full text there - Looking at recent news articles about the bill If you can share the bill's text or a link to it, I'd be happy to provide the plain-language summary you're requesting.
HELD Act
# HELD Act Summary I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a meaningful summary of this bill. The information provided is minimal—it only shows basic metadata (bill number, sponsor, status) without the actual bill text or legislative details. The "Subjects: N/A" field indicates that even the official subject classifications aren't available in what you've shared. To give you an accurate, plain-language summary covering what the bill does, who it affects, and key provisions, I would need access to the actual bill text or more detailed legislative information. **What I can tell you:** HR 1821 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) that is currently in committee review, meaning it hasn't advanced to a floor vote yet. If you have a link to the bill on Congress.gov or can provide the bill text, I'd be happy to summarize it properly.
Ensuring the Safety of Our Mail Act of 2025
# Ensuring the Safety of Our Mail Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would increase the maximum prison sentence for mail theft from 5 years to 10 years. Currently, someone convicted of stealing mail faces up to 5 years in prison; if passed, judges would be able to sentence convicted mail thieves to up to 10 years instead. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects people convicted of mail theft and the criminal justice system. Mail theft is a federal crime that impacts everyday Americans who rely on the postal service for bills, packages, tax documents, and other important correspondence. By doubling the maximum penalty, the bill aims to deter mail theft and give judges stronger sentencing options for serious cases. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As of now, it has not advanced further in the legislative process.
HEARTS Act of 2025
# HEARTS Act of 2025 Summary The HEARTS Act of 2025 (HR 1291) is a bill currently under review in Congress that addresses the relationship between animal protection and medical research funding. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's focus areas suggest it would affect how federal agencies—particularly the National Institutes of Health (NIH)—manage research involving animals, handle related government records, and potentially structure funding for research administration. This could impact medical researchers, animal welfare organizations, and agencies overseeing research standards. The bill was introduced by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it's still in early stages of consideration. The relevant committees would examine how the bill balances medical research needs with animal protection standards and whether changes to agency structure or information procedures are necessary. To understand the specific provisions and their exact impact, the full bill text would need to be reviewed, as the current summary focuses on its general subject areas rather than detailed language.
To direct the United States Postal Service to designate a single, unique ZIP Code for Eastvale, California.
# HR 1225 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require the U.S. Postal Service to assign Eastvale, California its own unique ZIP Code, rather than sharing one with other areas. Currently, Eastvale appears to use a shared ZIP Code with surrounding communities. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects residents and businesses in Eastvale, California, as well as the Postal Service's operations in that region. A dedicated ZIP Code could potentially improve mail delivery efficiency and local identity. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA-41) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No action has been taken since its introduction.
Space Infrastructure Act
# Space Infrastructure Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The Space Infrastructure Act would officially designate space systems, services, and technology as "critical infrastructure" under federal law. This designation means the government would officially recognize space-related assets as vital to national security and the economy—similar to how electrical grids, water systems, and telecommunications are already protected. The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create guidelines defining what falls under this sector and assign a federal agency to oversee coordination and protection efforts. It would also make space infrastructure eligible for certain national security grants used to protect critical systems. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would primarily affect companies and organizations involved in space technology and services, including satellite operators, launch providers, and space manufacturers. It could also impact how the government allocates security funding and oversight. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As a relatively new proposal in the 119th Congress, it remains in the early legislative stage.
Treatment and Homelessness Housing Integration Act of 2024
# Treatment and Homelessness Housing Integration Act of 2024 **What the Bill Does** The Treatment and Homelessness Housing Integration Act would create a federal program to help people experiencing homelessness by combining housing with mental health and substance abuse treatment services. The bill aims to integrate these services so that people get both a stable place to live and access to medical care and counseling in one coordinated effort, rather than treating housing and treatment as separate programs. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects people experiencing homelessness who struggle with mental health issues or addiction, as well as organizations that provide housing and healthcare services. The bill would likely establish oversight mechanisms and performance measurements to track whether the program successfully reduces homelessness and improves health outcomes. It addresses federal funding for both housing development and community health facilities that serve this population. **Current Status** As of now, HR 577 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Ken Calvert (R-CA) and has not advanced further in the legislative process.
Legal Workforce Act
# Legal Workforce Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Legal Workforce Act would create a new electronic system for employers to verify that workers are legally authorized to work in the United States. This system would replace and expand the current E-Verify program. Currently, only some employers—primarily those with federal contracts—are required to use E-Verify. This bill would make the system mandatory for all employers nationwide. When someone is hired, both the employee and employer would need to confirm employment eligibility through the new system within three business days of a job offer. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would directly impact employers of all sizes, job applicants, and workers. Key provisions include requiring employers to examine and verify specific identity documents during the hiring process, requiring re-verification of certain employees hired before the system becomes mandatory, and instructing the Social Security Administration to notify workers if their Social Security number is used fraudulently. The bill aims to prevent hiring of undocumented immigrants and identity fraud. **Current Status** HR 251 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As a bill in the early legislative stage, it may undergo revisions before any potential vote.