Emmer, Tom [R-MN-6]
Republican · MN · 9 bills sponsored
SCAM Act
# SCAM Act Summary I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a detailed summary because the bill information provided is incomplete. The listing shows only basic metadata (bill number, sponsor, and status) without the actual bill text, which would contain the specific provisions and details needed to explain what the bill would do. To give you an accurate, plain-language summary, I would need access to: - The bill's full text or detailed description - What "SCAM" stands for (the acronym) - The specific provisions and requirements it proposes **What I can tell you:** HR 7156 (the SCAM Act) is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't been debated or voted on by the full House yet. It was introduced by Representative Tom Emmer, a Republican from Minnesota. If you can provide the full bill text or a link to it (such as Congress.gov), I'd be happy to give you a clear, factual summary of what it would do and who it affects.
Securing Facilities for Mental Health Services Act
# Securing Facilities for Mental Health Services Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Securing Facilities for Mental Health Services Act (HR 7030) aims to improve security measures at mental health facilities across the country. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the title suggests it would establish or strengthen security protocols, infrastructure, and possibly funding to help mental health treatment centers protect patients, staff, and facilities from potential threats or incidents. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would impact mental health facilities (including hospitals, clinics, and treatment centers), their staff and patients, and potentially state and local governments responsible for mental health services. It could also affect budgets for these facilities if security improvements require new funding. **Current Status:** HR 7030 is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet. The bill was introduced by Representative Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota). For more detailed information about specific provisions and requirements, the full bill text would need to be reviewed, as the summary provided doesn't include those details.
Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act
# Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve the timeliness and accountability of burial services for deceased veterans. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would establish requirements or standards for how quickly veterans are buried and create accountability measures related to death certificates in the burial process. The legislation appears designed to address delays or issues some veterans' families have experienced when arranging final services through the Department of Veterans Affairs. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect deceased veterans and their families who rely on VA burial benefits and services. It could also impact VA staff and facilities responsible for processing veteran burials and death-related documentation. **Current Status** As of now, HR 4398 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 Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota) in the 119th Congress. No further legislative action has been taken.
Keeping Deposits Local Act
# Keeping Deposits Local Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Keeping Deposits Local Act would allow banks and credit unions to accept more money from depositors through a system called "reciprocal deposits." Currently, there are limits on how much of these deposits institutions can hold. The bill would increase those limits based on each bank's size, allowing larger institutions to accept more reciprocal deposits. It would also relax the financial health requirements—banks with lower safety ratings (1, 2, or 3 on the CAMELS scale, which measures capital, assets, management, earnings, liquidity, and risk) could participate, rather than just the strongest-performing institutions. **Who It Affects:** This primarily affects banks, credit unions, and their customers. Depositors could potentially have greater access to federal deposit insurance (which currently protects up to $250,000 per account). Community and smaller regional banks might see increased competition for deposits, while the institutions that can offer reciprocal deposits may gain access to more funding. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Republican Representative Tom Emmer of Minnesota in the 119th Congress.
Firearm Due Process Protection Act of 2025
# Firearm Due Process Protection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to establish federal protections for firearm owners who face government actions related to their guns. The legislation would require that certain firearm-related procedures follow due process protections—meaning people would have the right to notice, a hearing, and an opportunity to be heard before their firearms are restricted or removed. The bill also addresses judicial review of these cases and may provide for the recovery of legal fees and court costs in certain situations. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect firearm owners, federal and state government agencies that regulate guns, and the court system. It could impact existing firearm restriction programs and any future government actions involving weapons seizure or denial of gun rights. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 2184) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would require committee approval, House passage, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law.
Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act
# Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act Summary **What the bill does:** This legislation would prevent the Federal Reserve from creating a digital version of the U.S. dollar (called a central bank digital currency or CBDC) and from offering banking services directly to individual Americans. It also prohibits the Federal Reserve from researching, testing, or using a digital currency to carry out monetary policy. The bill includes some exceptions for specific circumstances. **Who it affects:** The primary impact would be on the Federal Reserve's operations and future financial policy options. It could also affect American consumers by limiting potential digital payment alternatives the Fed might otherwise develop, and it influences how the U.S. approaches digital currency technology compared to other countries. **Current status:** The bill passed the House of Representatives. It now moves to the Senate for consideration. The measure reflects concerns from some lawmakers about privacy and government surveillance through digital currency systems, though supporters of CBDCs argue they could modernize the financial system and improve payment efficiency.
Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act
# Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (HR 3533) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to create clearer rules for blockchain technology and cryptocurrency businesses in the United States. Currently, different federal agencies regulate crypto companies differently, creating confusion about which rules apply. The bill seeks to establish consistent guidelines so businesses know what regulations they must follow, similar to how other financial industries operate. **Who It Affects** The legislation would primarily impact cryptocurrency and blockchain companies, their investors, and consumers using digital assets. It could also affect federal agencies like the SEC, CFTC, and others that currently oversee different aspects of the crypto industry. Banks and traditional financial institutions dealing with crypto may also be impacted by any new standards. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota) but remains in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote. Bills in committee stage are still in early review and may be amended or combined with other proposals. At this stage, passage is uncertain.
Securities Clarity Act of 2025
# Securities Clarity Act of 2025 Summary The Securities Clarity Act of 2025 is a proposed bill that would clarify how federal securities laws apply to certain digital assets and cryptocurrencies. While specific legislative language isn't detailed in the information provided, bills with this title typically aim to establish clearer regulatory boundaries between what qualifies as a security under federal law versus other types of digital assets. This would give crypto companies and investors more certainty about which assets fall under Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) oversight versus other regulatory frameworks. The bill would primarily affect cryptocurrency companies, digital asset exchanges, crypto investors, and the broader financial services industry. It could impact how the SEC enforces existing securities laws and potentially reduce regulatory conflicts between different federal agencies overseeing digital assets. **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. It was sponsored by Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN). Without the full bill text available, specific provisions cannot be detailed, but additional information can typically be found on Congress.gov if you want to review the actual language or track its progress.
CFPB Dual Mandate and Economic Analysis Act
# HR 2183: CFPB Dual Mandate and Economic Analysis Act - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would require the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to create a new Office of Economic Analysis that reviews all CFPB rules, guidance, and regulations before and after they're implemented. This office would assess how these rules affect consumer choice, prices, and access to credit products. The bill also expands the CFPB's stated purpose to include promoting private sector participation in financial markets with minimal government interference. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects the CFPB (a federal agency that regulates consumer financial products), financial institutions and companies operating under CFPB rules, and consumers who use financial products like loans and credit cards. It would require the CFPB to measure and report on whether its regulations actually improve consumer access to credit and reduce costs. **Key provisions:** The CFPB would need to identify the specific problems each rule addresses and set measurable goals for success before implementing it. The agency would also conduct ongoing reviews to evaluate whether rules achieved their intended outcomes. Additionally, the bill adds a new priority to the CFPB's mission: encouraging private market solutions over government-led regulation. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.