Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37]
Democrat · TX · 18 bills sponsored
Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026
# Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026 – Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill aims to prevent "corporate inversions," a practice where U.S. companies relocate their legal headquarters to foreign countries (typically ones with lower tax rates) while keeping their actual operations in the United States. By doing so, these companies can reduce their U.S. tax obligations. The bill would make it harder or more costly for companies to execute these moves, effectively discouraging the practice. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily targets large multinational corporations considering relocating their tax residency abroad. It could also indirectly affect shareholders, employees, and the federal government's tax revenue. The bill was introduced by Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX). **Current status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the appropriate congressional committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House or Senate. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
No Aid for Russian Energy Act
# No Aid for Russian Energy Act (HR 7094) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The No Aid for Russian Energy Act aims to prevent U.S. government funds or support from going to Russian energy companies or projects. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would restrict federal aid, contracts, loans, or other financial assistance that could benefit Russia's energy sector. This would likely be a response to concerns about U.S. resources indirectly supporting Russian interests, particularly given geopolitical tensions. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect U.S. government agencies that distribute funds, as it would constrain their ability to provide assistance to Russian energy entities. It could also impact any U.S. companies or organizations working with Russian energy projects that receive federal support. **Current Status:** As of the latest information, HR 7094 is in committee, meaning it has been assigned to a congressional committee for review and debate but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX-37).
Ending Importation of Laundered Russian Oil Act
# Ending Importation of Laundered Russian Oil Act (HR 7095) **What the Bill Does** This bill aims to prevent Russian oil from entering the United States through indirect routes—a practice called "oil laundering." Rather than importing oil directly from Russia (which is already restricted), some oil is shipped through third countries to mask its origin and circumvent existing sanctions. The bill would strengthen enforcement mechanisms to identify and block these laundered Russian oil imports, potentially closing loopholes in current U.S. trade restrictions on Russia. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily impacts U.S. oil refineries and importers who might receive Russian oil through third-party intermediaries, as well as the broader energy market. It also affects U.S. foreign policy toward Russia by attempting to strengthen economic sanctions imposed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7095 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and remains in early legislative stages.
GUARD Veterans’ Health Care Act
# GUARD Veterans' Health Care Act (HR 4077) Summary **What the Bill Does:** The GUARD Veterans' Health Care Act would establish new protections and remedies for veterans regarding their health care and prescription drug coverage. Based on its subject matter, the bill appears to address administrative processes for veterans to challenge health care decisions, create legal pathways for veterans to take civil action if harmed by care decisions, improve access to government health information, and address prescription drug costs within the veterans' health care system. The specific mechanisms would align veterans' protections more closely with those available to Medicare beneficiaries. **Who It Affects:** This bill directly affects veterans who receive care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or related health programs. It could also impact VA administrators and staff who would implement new procedures, and potentially the VA's budget depending on the scope of new services or liability. **Current Status:** HR 4077 is currently in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process. The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and would need committee approval and a House vote before advancing to the Senate.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform certain rules related to health savings accounts.
# Summary of HR 6183: Health Savings Account Reforms **What the Bill Would Do** HR 6183 proposes changes to the rules governing Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), special savings accounts that allow people with high-deductible health plans to set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses. However, the specific reforms are not detailed in the available information, so the exact nature of the proposed changes cannot be determined from this summary alone. **Who It Affects** This bill would impact millions of Americans who currently use HSAs, as well as employers that offer high-deductible health plans to their employees. Changes to HSA rules could affect how people save for healthcare costs and the tax benefits they receive. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) 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. For details on the specific reforms being proposed, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Promoting Health Careers in Community and Technical Colleges Act
# Promoting Health Careers in Community and Technical Colleges Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to expand healthcare workforce training by supporting community and technical colleges in developing and strengthening health career programs. The legislation would likely provide funding and resources to help these institutions train students for healthcare positions, addressing workforce shortages in the medical field. Community and technical colleges would be equipped to offer more health-related educational pathways to prepare workers for jobs in nursing, medical technology, and other healthcare roles. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit students at community and technical colleges seeking healthcare careers, healthcare employers facing worker shortages, and the institutions themselves. Rural and underserved communities that rely on community colleges for workforce development would likely see particular benefits, as these schools often serve populations with limited access to four-year universities. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5374 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) in the 119th Congress. Since it hasn't passed committee, it has not become law.
Prompt and Fair Pay Act
# Prompt and Fair Pay Act (HR 4559) - Summary **What It Would Do** The Prompt and Fair Pay Act would establish new federal requirements for how quickly companies must pay their employees for work performed. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to prevent employers from delaying paychecks and ensure workers receive compensation on a predictable, timely schedule. This type of legislation responds to concerns that some employers hold back wages or use irregular payment schedules that can create financial hardship for workers. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect employees and employers across the country, though the impact would depend on the specific provisions once the bill details are available. Workers in industries with irregular payment practices, contract workers, and gig economy employees might see the most direct effects. Employers would need to adjust payroll practices to comply with any new federal standards. **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 remains in the early stages of the legislative process. To learn the specific payment requirements being proposed, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Stop Subsidizing Multimillion Dollar Corporate Bonuses Act
# Stop Subsidizing Multimillion Dollar Corporate Bonuses Act (HR 3140) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would limit the federal tax deduction that corporations can claim for executive bonuses. Currently, companies can deduct executive compensation expenses from their taxable income, which effectively reduces the taxes they owe. This bill would cap that deduction, making it more expensive for corporations to claim large executive bonuses as a business expense to the federal government. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill primarily affects large corporations with highly-paid executives. By restricting the tax deduction, it would increase the after-tax cost to companies that pay multimillion-dollar bonuses to top executives. The stated intent is to discourage excessive executive compensation by removing a tax advantage that currently subsidizes such bonuses. Employees, shareholders, and federal taxpayers could potentially be affected depending on how companies adjust their practices in response. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It has not advanced to become law.
Tax-Free Pell Grant Act
# Tax-Free Pell Grant Act Summary **What It Would Do** This bill would make Pell Grants—federal financial aid for low-income college students—tax-free. Currently, students may have to pay taxes on portions of their Pell Grant awards in certain situations. The bill would eliminate this tax burden, allowing recipients to keep the full grant amount without owing federal income tax on it. **Who It Affects** The legislation primarily benefits low-income and working-class students pursuing higher education. Pell Grants are specifically designed for students from families with limited financial resources, so this change would directly help those students reduce their overall tax liability while in school. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and further action before becoming law.
Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2025
# Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand Medicare coverage to include dental, vision, and hearing services—benefits currently not covered by traditional Medicare. If passed, it would cover routine dental cleanings and exams, fillings, extractions, dentures, and emergency dental care. For vision care, it would cover eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses. For hearing, it would cover exams and hearing aids. The bill would establish payment rates, out-of-pocket costs (coinsurance), and usage limits for these services. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This legislation would primarily benefit the approximately 67 million Medicare beneficiaries—mostly seniors age 65 and older—who currently must pay out-of-pocket for dental, vision, and hearing care. These are significant expenses for retirees on fixed incomes. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House. As a Democratic-sponsored bill, it would likely face debate about costs and implementation, as expanding Medicare benefits typically requires either increased funding or changes to the program's structure.
Farewell to Foam Act of 2025
# Farewell to Foam Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Farewell to Foam Act of 2025 would restrict or ban the use of expanded polystyrene foam (commonly called Styrofoam) in consumer products and packaging. If passed, it would phase out foam materials used in food containers, beverage cups, protective packaging, and similar applications. The bill aims to reduce plastic waste and environmental pollution caused by foam products, which don't biodegrade and accumulate in landfills and oceans. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would primarily impact manufacturers and businesses that produce or use foam packaging, including food service companies, restaurants, retailers, and shipping/logistics firms. These businesses would need to transition to alternative materials like paper, cardboard, plant-based plastics, or other sustainable options. The bill likely includes a phase-in period to give companies time to adapt their operations and supply chains. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1918 is in committee and has not advanced to a full vote in the House. The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX). Like most bills in early stages, it would need committee approval, floor debate, House passage, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law.
Medicare Fraud Detection and Deterrence Act of 2025
# Medicare Fraud Detection and Deterrence Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill aims to reduce fraud and waste in the Medicare program by making it harder for dishonest healthcare providers to operate. If passed, it would require Medicare to deactivate the identification numbers of providers who have been excluded from federal healthcare programs due to fraud, waste, or abuse—essentially removing them from the system. The bill also requires Medicare Advantage plans (private insurance plans that serve Medicare beneficiaries) to track providers using standardized identification numbers when billing for equipment, medical supplies, tests, and home health services. Additionally, telehealth companies would need to use special billing codes to identify which doctors are providing remote Medicare services. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill primarily affects Medicare beneficiaries (seniors and some disabled individuals), healthcare providers, Medicare Advantage insurance plans, and telehealth companies. It targets fraudulent or negligent providers while creating better tracking mechanisms for legitimate ones. Currently, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Lloyd Doggett, a Democrat from Texas.
Preventing Medicare Telefraud Act
# Preventing Medicare Telefraud Act (HR 1785) – Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would add new rules to Medicare's telehealth services to prevent fraud and ensure quality care. Specifically, it would require patients to have at least one in-person doctor visit within the previous six months before Medicare will pay for expensive lab tests or medical equipment ordered through telehealth. The bill also requires doctors providing telehealth services to bill Medicare under their own unique identification number rather than using a substitute provider's number. **Who it affects:** Medicare beneficiaries (primarily seniors age 65+) and healthcare providers who offer telehealth services would be most affected. The restrictions could limit convenient remote ordering of certain expensive medical items and tests for Medicare patients, while providers would need to ensure proper identification when billing for telehealth visits. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No significant action has been taken at this time.
No Tax Breaks for Outsourcing Act
# No Tax Breaks for Outsourcing Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would eliminate certain tax deductions and credits that U.S. companies can currently claim when they move jobs or business operations overseas. Specifically, it would prevent corporations from deducting expenses related to outsourcing activities from their taxable income, making it more expensive for companies to relocate operations internationally. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily targets large U.S. corporations that outsource jobs to other countries. It could also indirectly affect consumers (through potential changes in business costs) and workers in industries where outsourcing is common. The legislation is sponsored by Rep. Lloyd Doggett, a Democrat from Texas. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. This means it remains in the early stages and would need committee approval before being considered by the full House of Representatives.
Stop the Wait Act of 2025
# Stop the Wait Act of 2025 - Summary **What it does:** This bill would speed up access to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Medicare for disabled people. Currently, people with disabilities must wait five months after becoming disabled to receive SSDI benefits, and disabled individuals under 65 must wait 24 months after qualifying for SSDI before they can enroll in Medicare. The bill would gradually eliminate the five-month SSDI waiting period by 2030 and remove the 24-month Medicare waiting period for disabled workers and their families—particularly those whose medical insurance costs would be a significant burden on their household income. **Who it affects:** People with disabilities who need financial assistance and health coverage, including disabled workers, children of disabled workers, and widows/widowers receiving disability benefits. The changes would particularly help lower-income disabled individuals get health insurance sooner. **Current status:** The bill (HR 930) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Close the Medigap Act of 2025
# Close the Medigap Act of 2025 Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would expand protections for people buying Medigap insurance (supplemental insurance that covers costs Medicare doesn't pay). It would strengthen "guaranteed issue" rights, meaning insurance companies would have to sell Medigap policies to people regardless of their health status or pre-existing conditions. The bill would also remove certain restrictions that currently apply to people newly eligible for Medicare. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects Medicare beneficiaries—older adults and some disabled individuals—who buy or want to buy Medigap coverage. It could also affect insurance companies that sell these policies, as they would face fewer limitations on who they can decline to insure. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. No action has been taken at this time.
Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2025
# Summary of the Assuring Medicare's Promise Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** The Assuring Medicare's Promise Act of 2025 is designed to strengthen Medicare's finances and ensure the program can continue paying benefits long-term. While the full text details aren't provided here, the bill's subject areas indicate it would likely address Medicare funding through changes to taxation and investment policies. Specifically, it appears to involve adjustments to income tax rates and how investment income is taxed, potentially including foreign income taxation, to generate additional revenue for Medicare's trust funds. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect Medicare beneficiaries (seniors and some disabled individuals) by helping ensure their benefits remain stable, as well as potentially affecting higher-income individuals or investors whose tax treatment might change under the proposed provisions. Healthcare providers like hospitals would also be indirectly affected if the bill alters how Medicare reimburses care. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (HR 609, introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. It remains in the early legislative stage where it undergoes review and potential revision before advancing further.
COVER Now Act
# COVER Now Act Summary **What It Does:** The COVER Now Act would create a program allowing local governments (counties and cities) to directly provide health insurance coverage to low-income residents who would qualify for Medicaid if their states expanded the program. The federal government would pay 100% of the costs for the first three years, then presumably a lower percentage afterward. This program could run for up to 10 years per locality or until their state expands Medicaid on its own. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily affects residents in the 10 states that have not expanded Medicaid—a group estimated at around 2 million people who fall into a "coverage gap" (earning too much for traditional Medicaid but too little to afford private insurance). It also affects local governments considering whether to offer these benefits and states' Medicaid budgets. The bill prohibits states from punishing participating localities financially. **Current Status:** HR 608 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) in the 119th Congress.