Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]
Democrat · ME · 11 bills sponsored
Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act
# Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act (HR 7735) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to expand and improve mental health services for active-duty military members and veterans. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the summary provided, bills with this title typically focus on increasing access to mental health counseling, reducing wait times for psychiatric care, improving suicide prevention programs, and addressing gaps in current Veterans Affairs (VA) mental health services. **Who It Affects** The legislation would directly impact current military servicemembers and veterans, as well as the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs agencies responsible for providing their care. Indirectly, it could affect military families and communities with high veteran populations. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7735 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Jared Golden (D-ME), and it remains in the early stages of the legislative process. For complete details on specific provisions, you can review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Protect America's Workforce Act
# Protect America's Workforce Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would overturn an executive order issued in March 2025 that removed certain federal agencies from federal labor laws governing union negotiations and collective bargaining. If passed, the bill would restore federal employees' rights to collectively bargain (negotiate as a group for wages, benefits, and working conditions) at those agencies and ensure that any union contracts signed before March 26, 2025, remain valid through their agreed-upon end dates. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal government employees at agencies that were excluded from collective bargaining rights by the executive order. It also impacts labor unions that represent federal workers and the federal agencies themselves. **Current Status:** The bill has already passed the House of Representatives. It would now need to pass the Senate and receive presidential approval to become law. The outcome would likely depend on the Senate's composition and the presidential administration's position on federal employee union rights.
Secure Trade Act
# Secure Trade Act (HR 4978) Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text or provisions of this specific bill (HR 4978). The information you've provided shows it's a bill sponsored by Representative Jared Golden from Maine's 2nd district, currently in committee, but doesn't include the actual legislative language or purpose. To give you an accurate summary covering what the bill would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the full bill text. I'd recommend checking: - **Congress.gov** (Congress.gov/bill/hr4978) - the official source with full bill text and status updates - **Representative Golden's official website** - often includes bill summaries - **House committee pages** - since it's currently in committee If you can share the bill's text or a detailed summary, I'd be happy to break it down into plain language for you.
Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act
# Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act (HR 4665) – Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act would provide financial support and assistance to logging workers and timber industry employees who have been economically affected. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to offer relief through grants, loans, or other economic support to help workers in the logging sector cope with industry challenges or downturns. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily targets loggers and workers in the timber/logging industry, likely those in Maine and similar regions with significant forest products sectors. It may also indirectly affect timber companies and rural communities that depend on logging operations. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Jared Golden (D-Maine). For up-to-date information on whether it has advanced or been voted on, you can check Congress.gov.
Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act
# Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act (HR 3762) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** While the specific details are not available in the information provided, based on its title, this bill would likely aim to improve maternal and infant health outcomes through federal policy. Representative Jared Golden, a Democrat from Maine, introduced this legislation, but the bill's current limited visibility in public records suggests it is still in its early stages of development. **Current Status and Next Steps** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is typically where most bills remain—many proposed bills never advance beyond the committee stage. To understand the specific provisions, who would be directly affected, and what programs or funding it would establish, you would need to access the full text of HR 3762 through Congress.gov or the bill sponsor's office. **Note:** For accurate details about this bill's specific proposals, funding mechanisms, and affected populations, I recommend reviewing the full bill text or contacting the sponsor's office directly.
Supporting Our Surviving Spouses Act
# Supporting Our Surviving Spouses Act (HR 3509) — Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Supporting Our Surviving Spouses Act would provide financial support and benefits to surviving spouses of deceased individuals. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to improve or expand existing survivor benefits, increase payment amounts, or streamline access to assistance programs for people who have lost a spouse. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect surviving spouses, and possibly their dependents. Depending on its specific provisions, it could impact military spouses, federal employees' families, Social Security recipients, or other groups receiving survivor benefits—though the exact scope is unclear from the current documentation. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3509 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Jared Golden (D-Maine) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about the specific provisions and current legislative activity, you would need to check Congress.gov or the bill's official text.
To designate the Maine Forest and Logging Museum, located in Bradley, Maine, as the National Museum of Forestry and Logging History.
# Summary of HR 2258 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would give the Maine Forest and Logging Museum in Bradley, Maine an official national designation as the "National Museum of Forestry and Logging History." This is largely a symbolic honor that recognizes the museum's importance and its role in preserving the history of forestry and logging in the United States. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit the museum itself, which could gain increased visibility and prestige from the national designation. It could potentially help with tourism and funding opportunities. The broader public would benefit from recognition of an important part of American industrial and environmental history. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Congressman Jared Golden, a Democrat from Maine's 2nd district, sponsored the bill.
FISC Act
# FISC Act Summary I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the information provided doesn't include the full text or description of what the FISC Act (HR 1308) actually proposes. While I can see it's a House bill sponsored by Representative Jared Golden of Maine's 2nd District and is currently in committee, the "Subjects: N/A" field means the key details about its purpose and provisions aren't available in your source material. **To get an accurate summary, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching for "HR 1308" to see the bill text and official summary - Checking the sponsor's website or press releases for their explanation of the bill - Looking at committee documents if hearings have been held If you can provide the bill's actual text or a more complete description, I'd be happy to summarize it in plain language for you.
Future in Logging Careers Act
# Future in Logging Careers Act (HR 1193) Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would modify federal child labor laws to allow minors to work in the logging industry under certain conditions. Specifically, it would create exceptions to existing restrictions that generally prohibit children under 16 from working in hazardous occupations like logging. The bill aims to create a pathway for young people to enter logging careers while establishing safety standards and parental consent requirements to protect workers. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect teenagers interested in pursuing logging careers, logging companies seeking to hire younger workers, and families in rural, timber-dependent communities. It also impacts federal agencies responsible for enforcing child labor and workplace safety laws. **Key Provisions and Current Status** The bill relates to child safety, family consent, forest management, and labor standards—suggesting it likely includes age requirements, parental permission, safety training mandates, and restrictions on the most dangerous tasks. As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote, meaning it's still in the early legislative stage. No action has been taken to move it forward. *Note: Full bill text should be reviewed on Congress.gov for specific age thresholds, safety requirements, and exact exemptions proposed.*
Northeast Fisheries Heritage Protection Act of 2025
# Northeast Fisheries Heritage Protection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 674, sponsored by Representative Jared Golden of Maine, aims to protect and preserve the fishing heritage and traditions of the Northeast region. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, it appears focused on safeguarding the cultural, historical, and economic significance of commercial and traditional fishing practices in northeastern states. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily impact fishing communities and commercial fishermen in Northeast states, particularly Maine and surrounding regions. It could also affect local economies, fishing-related businesses, and communities that depend on or value the region's fishing traditions and culture. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee review, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken as of the latest available information. To understand the specific provisions and requirements, the full bill text would need to be reviewed.
To impose additional duties on imports of goods into the United States.
# HR 505 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 505 would require the President to impose a 10% tariff (additional tax) on all goods imported into the United States. The tariff would then be adjusted annually based on whether the U.S. has a trade deficit or surplus: it would increase by an additional 5% if the country has a trade deficit the previous year, or decrease by 5% if there's a trade surplus or balance. The tariff cannot go below zero. **Who It Affects** This bill would impact nearly all Americans who purchase imported goods, as tariffs typically increase consumer prices. It would also affect U.S. businesses that rely on imported materials and foreign companies that sell products to the United States. Retailers, manufacturers, and exporters would all face potential changes to their supply chains and costs. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Jared Golden (D-Maine) 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. No action has been taken to advance it further.