Guest, Michael [R-MS-3]
Republican · MS · 4 bills sponsored
Combatting International Drug Trafficking and Human Smuggling Partnership Act of 2025
# Summary of HR 4071: Combatting International Drug Trafficking and Human Smuggling Partnership Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** This bill expands the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to operate in foreign countries. It allows CBP officers and agents to work with foreign governments to combat drug smuggling, human trafficking, and other security threats. The bill also allows CBP to pay claims for damages that occur during these foreign operations—for example, if someone is injured or property is damaged during a CBP activity abroad. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects CBP personnel and the Department of Homeland Security, as it gives them broader authority to conduct international operations. It may also impact foreign governments that work with the U.S. on these issues, and potentially foreign nationals who could file damage claims against the U.S. government related to CBP operations. **Key Provisions** CBP can provide support for monitoring and stopping drug and human smuggling, tracking terrorist threats, emergency humanitarian aid, and helping foreign law enforcement agencies build capacity. The bill also creates a financial mechanism for the U.S. to settle damage claims arising from CBP operations in foreign countries, using appropriated funds. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House and is pending consideration in the Senate.
To amend the Bank Secrecy Act to exempt transactions with respect to cash reward payments by crime stopper organizations from certain currency transaction reports.
# HR 6029 Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would modify the Bank Secrecy Act to create an exemption for cash reward payments made by crime stopper organizations. Currently, banks must file Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) when customers conduct cash transactions over $10,000. This bill would exempt crime stopper organizations from having to report these reward payments, reducing paperwork and bureaucratic requirements for organizations that pay cash rewards to help solve crimes. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects crime stopper organizations—community groups that offer cash rewards to encourage the public to provide information about crimes. It would also reduce reporting requirements for the banks that process these organizations' transactions. Citizens who receive rewards would be indirectly affected, though the impact would likely be minimal. **Current Status** HR 6029 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Michael Guest (R-MS) in the 119th Congress. No action has been taken beyond the initial committee referral.
To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an Office of Rural Health, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 3102 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 3102 would require the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a new Office of Rural Health. This office would focus on addressing healthcare challenges specific to rural areas of the country, though the specific duties and powers aren't detailed in the available bill information. The legislation is sponsored by Representative Michael Guest, a Republican from Mississippi. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would primarily affect rural communities and residents who often face unique healthcare challenges, including limited access to hospitals, specialists, and healthcare providers. It could also impact HHS operations and budget. As of now, HR 3102 is in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Committee review is typically where bills are examined in detail before moving forward in the legislative process.
PATHS Act
# PATHS Act Summary **What it does:** The PATHS Act gives the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) extended flexibility through 2028 to use alternative procurement methods called "other transactions" (OTs) for research and technology projects. These OTs are faster and less bureaucratic than traditional government contracts because they're exempt from many federal procurement rules. The bill adds a new requirement: DHS must notify Congress within 72 hours whenever it uses this authority for artificial intelligence research and offer to brief lawmakers on why. The bill also requires DHS to publicly report smaller contracts—lowering the reporting threshold from $4 million to $1 million. **Who it affects:** Primarily technology companies, research institutions, and contractors that work with DHS on advanced projects. Congress gains more visibility into AI-related research spending. The general public may be indirectly affected since DHS uses these technologies for border security, cybersecurity, and other homeland security functions. **Current status:** The bill passed the House and is now moving through the legislative process. Its goal is to help DHS innovate faster in critical areas like artificial intelligence while maintaining some congressional oversight, particularly for AI projects.