Fry, Russell [R-SC-7]
Republican · SC · 14 bills sponsored
Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act
# Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act (HR 3340) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to improve public access to information about America's oceans and coastal waters through modern digital tools. The legislation focuses on updating how the government shares ocean-related data and makes it easier for people to access information online about navigation, fishing, hunting, recreation, and other ocean activities. The bill touches on geography, mapping, and internet-based applications to help citizens interact with ocean resources. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact recreational users of public oceans—including fishermen, boaters, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts—as well as anyone interested in ocean navigation or marine resources. It may also affect government agencies responsible for managing ocean access and data. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3340 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full House vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC) and currently has not passed. *Note: The specific policy provisions aren't detailed in the available information, so the exact mechanisms for "modernizing access" would require reviewing the full bill text for complete details.*
Trafficking Survivors Relief Act
# Trafficking Survivors Relief Act - Summary **What It Does:** This law allows people who were victims of human trafficking to have certain criminal convictions vacated (thrown out) and arrest records erased. The bill recognizes that trafficking victims may have committed crimes—like theft, prostitution, or drug offenses—as a direct result of being trafficked. It creates a legal process for survivors to petition courts to clear these convictions and records, essentially giving them a fresh start. The law also allows lawyers' grants meant for crime victims to be used to help trafficking survivors pursue this relief. **Who It Affects:** Human trafficking survivors are the primary beneficiaries. The law also affects the criminal justice system, which must process these motions, and government agencies tasked with tracking the program's impact. Courts will need to evaluate whether crimes were committed under duress due to trafficking. **Key Provision:** A defendant can now prove they committed a crime under duress by showing they were a human trafficking victim at the time. The Government Accountability Office must study and report on how many survivors use this process and what impact it has. **Status:** This bill was signed into law in 2025.
SHOWER Act
# SHOWER Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The SHOWER Act (Saving Homeowners from Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing Act) changes the federal definition of what counts as a "showerhead" for water efficiency rules. Instead of using the current federal definition, the bill adopts a definition created by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). It also requires the Department of Energy to update its regulations to match this new definition. The bill was introduced in response to an executive order that rescinded the previous DOE showerhead definition, leaving a gap that this bill fills. **Who It Affects and Key Details** This mainly affects homeowners and showerhead manufacturers. The practical impact depends on how different the ASME definition is from the previous federal one—generally, changing the definition could make it easier or harder for certain showerhead designs to comply with water efficiency standards. The bill essentially shifts regulatory authority from the federal government's own standards to an industry engineering standard. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is part of the 119th Congress. It would need Senate approval and presidential signature to become law.
Kayla Hamilton Act
# Kayla Hamilton Act Summary **What the bill does:** The Kayla Hamilton Act changes how the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) handles unaccompanied immigrant children in its care. It requires HHS to consider whether a child poses a danger to themselves or others, or might flee, when deciding where to place them. The bill also mandates that children age 13 and older with gang-related tattoos, gang affiliations, or criminal histories be placed in secure facilities rather than less restrictive settings. **Who it affects:** The law applies to unaccompanied immigrant minors (children with no legal immigration status and no parent or guardian in the U.S.). It also affects potential sponsors—typically relatives or family friends—who might take in these children, as HHS must continue assessing their suitability. **Current status:** The bill passed the House of Representatives and is named after Kayla Hamilton, a case that apparently prompted lawmakers to focus on child safety and community protection concerns within the immigration system. The bill represents a shift toward more restrictive placements for certain minors, emphasizing safety considerations alongside the existing requirement to place children in the "least restrictive" appropriate setting.
Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act
# Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act (HR 6437) Summary **What It Does:** The Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act would establish a new advisory body focused on protecting children's safety online. The bill addresses concerns about how social media platforms, web applications, and internet services interact with minors by creating a framework for coordinated efforts between government, industry, and other stakeholders to develop better child safety standards and practices. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily affects children and families using the internet, as well as social media companies and internet service providers. Parents, education advocates, and child welfare organizations would also have an interest in how online safety standards develop under this legislation. **Key Provisions & Current Status:** While specific details vary, the bill generally aims to improve coordination on child internet safety issues through advisory mechanisms and consumer protection measures. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full House vote. As legislation focused on child safety—a topic with broad bipartisan concern—it could potentially gain support, though the specific implementation details and any industry impacts would likely be debated during the committee review process.
TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act
# TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act Summary The TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act (HR 5358) would establish security standards and oversight requirements for broadband network infrastructure in the United States. The bill aims to ensure that telecommunications networks meet certain security benchmarks to protect against cyber threats and foreign interference. If passed, it would likely require broadband providers and equipment manufacturers to meet specific security certifications and undergo federal review before deploying infrastructure on American networks. The bill would primarily affect broadband internet service providers, telecommunications companies, and equipment manufacturers who build or operate network infrastructure. It could also impact consumers by potentially increasing security protections for their internet connections. The legislation appears to address concerns about supply chain security and foreign influence in critical telecommunications infrastructure, though specific provisions would determine how stringent requirements would be. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. As of now, it remains in the early legislative stage, meaning it's still being reviewed and debated before any potential floor vote. Like most bills in this stage, its passage is uncertain and may be subject to amendments before moving forward.
App Store Freedom Act
# App Store Freedom Act (HR 5313) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The App Store Freedom Act would regulate how app stores operate, particularly large platforms like Apple's App Store and Google Play. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to increase competition and consumer choice by limiting the ability of dominant app stores to impose exclusive rules on developers—such as requirements to use the platform's own payment systems or restrictions on how apps are distributed. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact tech companies that operate major app stores, app developers and software companies, and consumers who use smartphones and digital apps. The bill targets the business practices of large platforms that control how apps reach consumers. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5313 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 introduced by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC). *Note: For complete details on specific provisions, you may want to check Congress.gov, which provides full bill text and the most up-to-date status information.*
CIRCUIT Act
# CIRCUIT Act (HR 4128) Summary I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the information provided is quite limited. The legislative database entry shows only the bill's basic identifier, sponsor, and committee status—but doesn't include the actual text or detailed description of what the bill would do. To give you an accurate, factual summary covering what the bill does, who it affects, and key provisions, I would need access to the bill's full text or summary from official sources like Congress.gov. **What I can tell you:** This is a House bill (HR 4128) sponsored by Rep. Russell Fry (R-SC) that is currently in committee review and hasn't been passed. If you're interested in this bill, I'd recommend visiting **Congress.gov** and searching "HR 4128" to read the full text and current status, or you could contact Rep. Fry's office for information about the bill's purpose.
Targeting Child Predators Act of 2025
# Targeting Child Predators Act of 2025 (HR 3537) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Targeting Child Predators Act of 2025 is a proposed law currently under review in Congress. Based on its title, the bill appears designed to address child exploitation and sexual abuse, though specific legislative language and provisions are not publicly detailed in the available information. The bill was introduced by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC) in the 119th Congress. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is typically an early stage in the legislative process where the bill is being reviewed and may be revised before moving forward. **What We Don't Know** Without access to the bill's detailed text, it's unclear exactly what provisions it would include—such as whether it would increase penalties for certain crimes, expand law enforcement resources, regulate online platforms, or implement other specific measures. To understand the full scope and impact of this bill, you would need to review the actual legislative text, which can be found on Congress.gov.
Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2025
# Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would allow federal law enforcement officers to buy firearms that their agencies are retiring or no longer using. Currently, these weapons are typically destroyed or sold through other means. Under this program, officers would have the opportunity to purchase their former service weapons directly from their agency through the General Services Administration (the federal government's property management office). **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects federal law enforcement officers (such as FBI, ATF, Secret Service, and other federal agencies' officers) who want to purchase weapons they previously used on the job. It could also affect federal agencies' procedures for handling retired equipment and their revenue from firearm sales. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It now awaits consideration in the Senate before it could become law. The bill was introduced by Rep. Russell Fry (R-SC) in the 119th Congress.
To amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to ensure that businesses and organizations that work with vulnerable populations are able to request background checks for their contractors who work with those populations, as well as for individuals that the businesses or organizations license or certify to provide care for those populations.
# HR 3100 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 3100 would expand background check procedures under the existing National Child Protection Act of 1993. Specifically, it would allow businesses and organizations that serve vulnerable populations—such as children, elderly people, or individuals with disabilities—to request criminal background checks not only for their direct employees, but also for contractors and individuals they license or certify to provide care services. This aims to strengthen safety screening for anyone with access to vulnerable groups. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily impacts organizations and businesses in child care, education, social services, and healthcare sectors—including daycares, schools, nursing homes, and charities. It also affects contractors and care providers who work with these organizations, as they would be subject to background checks. Vulnerable populations, particularly children, would potentially benefit from enhanced safety measures. **Current Status** HR 3100 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Republican Representative Russell Fry of South Carolina. As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote. No action has been taken since its introduction.
Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025
# Summary of HR 1789: Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish new legal protections for current and former presidents, vice presidents, and certain federal officials against criminal prosecutions. According to its title and subjects, it appears designed to shield these officials from legal action, though the specific mechanisms aren't detailed in the available information. The bill would potentially affect both federal prosecutions and cases brought in state courts. **Who It Affects:** The legislation targets sitting and former presidents, vice presidents, and other federal officials. It could impact the judicial system's ability to prosecute these individuals and may affect victims or parties seeking legal remedies against federal executives. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 1789) is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. It was introduced by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC) in the 119th Congress. The bill has not yet had a full congressional vote, and its prospects for passage remain uncertain. *Note: The full text of the bill's provisions is not available in the information provided. For detailed analysis of specific protections offered, the complete legislative text should be reviewed.*
Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025
# Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2025 (HR 1379) is designed to provide relief and support to victims of human trafficking. While the bill's full details are limited in public records at this stage, it appears to address multiple aspects of how the criminal justice system treats trafficking survivors, including reforms to criminal procedures, evidence handling, and potential financial relief measures like covering legal fees and court costs for victims. **Who It Affects:** This bill directly impacts people who have experienced human trafficking and exploitation. It may also affect law enforcement agencies, courts, and government agencies involved in investigating trafficking cases and supporting survivors. Additionally, it could influence how federal records related to trafficking cases are maintained and accessed. **Current Status:** HR 1379 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. As a bill sponsored by Representative Russell Fry (R-SC), it remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would require committee approval and further congressional action before becoming law.
Chinese Spy Balloon Assessment Act
# Chinese Spy Balloon Assessment Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would require the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate and report on the security damage caused by a Chinese surveillance balloon that was shot down over the United States in February 2023. The Defense Department would need to consult with the President and assess what information China may have gathered through the balloon before it was destroyed. The findings would be submitted as a report to Congress. **Key Details and Who It Affects** The report would be released in an unclassified (public) version so Congress and the American public can understand the basic findings, though sensitive national security details could be included in a separate classified section. The bill essentially aims to provide transparency about whether and how the balloon's surveillance threatened U.S. national security interests. It affects the Department of Defense, the executive branch, and Congress, which would receive and review the report. **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. Congressman Russell Fry, a Republican from South Carolina, sponsored the legislation.