Garamendi, John [D-CA-8]
Democrat · CA · 9 bills sponsored
Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act
# Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act (HR 4847) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would extend emergency relief programs for the transportation sector. Based on its title, it appears designed to provide continued financial assistance or support to transportation-related entities (such as transit agencies, airports, or highway systems) that may be facing difficulties. The specific details of what relief would be extended and for how long are not provided in the available information. **Who It Affects:** The bill would likely impact public transportation agencies, airports, highways, and potentially transportation workers. Depending on its provisions, it could also affect communities that rely on these transportation services, as well as state and local governments that oversee transportation infrastructure. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4847 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 Representative John Garamendi (D-CA). At this stage, the bill remains under review and has not advanced to a floor vote. *Note: Without access to the full bill text, this summary is based on limited available information. For detailed provisions, consult Congress.gov or official legislative resources.*
To amend title 10 to shorten breach reporting timelines, increase program transparency, and improve congressional oversight of Department of Defense cost overruns with respect to the cost growth for major systems, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 4372 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would make changes to how the Department of Defense (DoD) reports and manages major defense projects that go over budget or experience security breaches. Specifically, it would require the DoD to report data breaches more quickly, provide better transparency about large defense programs, and give Congress stronger oversight tools to monitor when major weapons systems and military projects cost significantly more than originally planned. **Who It Affects** The bill directly affects the Department of Defense and Congress. Indirectly, it impacts taxpayers funding defense spending and the defense contractors building military systems. The goal appears to be helping Congress—which controls the military budget—get better information to make decisions about defense spending. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative John Garamendi, a Democrat from California.
Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025
# Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025 - Summary **What It Does:** This bill would require bridges and railroad bridges that receive federal funding to implement stronger corrosion control measures. It mandates that contractors working on these projects must employ workers trained and certified in corrosion prevention, and companies must provide training to their coating applicators. Additionally, all bridge projects would need to use industry-standard methods and systems to manage and prevent corrosion during construction, repair, and maintenance. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts bridge and railroad infrastructure projects that use federal dollars, as well as the contractors and workers hired for these projects. It may indirectly affect states and municipalities that oversee such infrastructure, and potentially increase project costs through required certifications and training programs. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 4170) was introduced by Representative John Garamendi (D-CA) 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.
Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act
# Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act (HR 3963) – Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish a program to hire and deploy public inspectors to oversee infrastructure projects across the country. The inspectors would be responsible for checking that bridges, roads, buildings, and other infrastructure meet safety standards and are being built according to plans and regulations. The goal is to ensure that infrastructure work is completed safely and properly before it's used by the public. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact construction and infrastructure companies (who would be subject to inspections), federal and state governments (which would need to coordinate the inspection program), and ultimately the general public (who would benefit from safer infrastructure). It could also create new federal jobs for inspectors. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3963 is in committee, meaning it's still in the early legislative stage and hasn't been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative John Garamendi (D-CA), and no further action has been taken at this time.
Forest Legacy Management Flexibility Act
# Forest Legacy Management Flexibility Act (HR 2771) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would modify how the federal government manages forests acquired through the Forest Legacy Program, a conservation initiative that purchases private forestland to protect it from development. The bill would give federal land managers more flexibility in how they manage these protected forests, though the specific management changes aren't detailed in the available information. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects federal forest management agencies, conservation organizations that work with the Forest Legacy Program, timber interests, and communities that depend on forest resources. It could also impact private landowners with forests in the program. **Current Status** HR 2771 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative John Garamendi (D-CA). *Note: Limited details are publicly available about specific provisions in this bill. For more comprehensive information about what changes it would actually implement, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
Impact Aid Infrastructure Partnership Act
# Impact Aid Infrastructure Partnership Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Impact Aid Infrastructure Partnership Act (HR 2629) would modify how the federal government provides financial assistance to school districts affected by federal activities. "Impact Aid" is existing federal funding designed to help schools in areas where federal property (like military bases or Native American reservations) reduces the local tax base. This bill would establish new partnerships and potentially expand how these funds can be used for infrastructure improvements like building repairs and upgrades. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects school districts located near federal installations, military bases, or tribal lands. These districts typically receive less local tax revenue because federal properties aren't taxed. The bill could also impact students attending these schools and potentially states with significant federal land holdings. **Current Status:** HR 2629 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. At this stage, it's under review by relevant congressional committees and may undergo changes before (or if) it advances for a full vote. *Note: Detailed provisions weren't available in the source information provided.*
National Rosie the Riveter Day Act
# National Rosie the Riveter Day Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish a national day to honor "Rosie the Riveter," the iconic symbol of American women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II. If passed, it would designate an official day of national recognition to commemorate these women's contributions to the war effort and American industrial production. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The bill affects all Americans by creating a new observance day, similar to other national commemorative days. It honors the women workers who took on manufacturing jobs traditionally held by men who were serving in the military. The bill is primarily symbolic—it doesn't create funding or programs, but rather recognizes the historical importance of these women's labor during a critical period in U.S. history. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 2256 remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative John Garamendi (D-CA). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass through the committee process, receive a House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.
Expanding Head Start Eligibility Act of 2025
# Expanding Head Start Eligibility Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would expand the Head Start preschool program to serve more low-income children by automatically including families who receive certain government assistance benefits. Currently, Head Start serves children from families below certain income thresholds. Under this bill, families receiving benefits like food stamps (SNAP), housing assistance (Section 8), WIC (nutrition for women and children), or other welfare programs would automatically qualify their children for Head Start, without having to meet separate income requirements. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects low-income families and their young children (Head Start typically serves ages 3-5). It would also impact Head Start programs, which would need to accommodate more eligible participants, and state governments that administer some of these assistance programs. **Current status and key provisions:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. The main provisions link Head Start eligibility to six existing government assistance programs: SNAP, TANF, SSI, WIC, Section 8 housing, and the food distribution program on Indian reservations. The bill also requires states to include families eligible for state-funded food assistance programs with similar requirements to SNAP.
Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act
# Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would authorize the U.S. Treasury Department to create and sell special commemorative coins honoring the women who worked on the American home front during World War II—often called "Rosie the Riveters." These were women who took factory and industrial jobs to support the war effort while men served in the military. **Key Details and Impact** Each coin sold would include a small surcharge (extra fee) that would go directly to the Rosie the Riveter Trust. This money would help the National Park Service maintain and repair the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park in California. The bill is sponsored by Rep. John Garamendi (D-CA) and would primarily affect coin collectors and history enthusiasts who choose to purchase these commemorative coins. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House of Representatives but hasn't yet been voted on by the full chamber. It has not yet become law.