Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Republican · OH · 16 bills sponsored
Recognizing the 125th anniversary of the Army Nurse Corps, expressing gratitude for members of the Army Nurse Corps for their service to the Nation, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HJRES 149 **What the Bill Does:** This is a commemorative resolution that honors the 125th anniversary of the Army Nurse Corps and expresses congressional gratitude for the service and contributions of Army nurses to the United States. As a resolution rather than legislation, it does not create new laws or policies—instead, it serves as an official statement of recognition from Congress. **Who It Affects:** The resolution directly recognizes members of the Army Nurse Corps, both past and present. It acknowledges their role in military medical services and national defense. **Current Status:** HJRES 149 was introduced by Representative David Joyce (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act
# Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act (HR 6866) - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill, sponsored by Representative David Joyce (R-OH), aims to improve how the federal government oversees and invests in U.S. port infrastructure and security. While the specific details aren't publicly detailed yet (the bill is still in early stages), the title suggests it would establish standards for making smart financial investments in ports while also addressing security concerns related to port operations and foreign involvement. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact port operators, shipping companies, and communities with major ports. It could also affect federal agencies that manage port funding and security, as well as international businesses that operate at U.S. ports. **Current Status** HR 6866 is currently in committee review, meaning Congress is still examining and debating the proposal. It has not yet been voted on by the full House. Until the bill is formally released with specific language, the exact provisions remain unclear to the general public.
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
# Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 is designed to address theft and organized shoplifting rings targeting retail stores. While the bill's full details aren't available in the provided information, legislation with this title typically aims to give law enforcement stronger tools to investigate and prosecute coordinated retail theft operations, and often includes measures to help retailers better track and report stolen merchandise. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact retail businesses and stores that experience organized theft, as well as law enforcement agencies tasked with investigating these crimes. Consumers could potentially be affected if the measures influence retail operations or pricing. The bill may also affect criminal justice systems and courts handling organized retail crime cases. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 2853) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative David Joyce (R-OH) and is currently in committee. This means it has not yet advanced to a full House vote and is still in the early stages of the legislative process. To get a complete picture of the specific provisions, interested parties would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Combating the Lies of Authoritarians in School Systems Act
# Summary of the Combating the Lies of Authoritarians in School Systems (CLASS) Act **What the Bill Does** If passed, this bill would prohibit public elementary and secondary schools from accepting money from or signing contracts with the Chinese government, the Chinese Communist Party, or entities acting on their behalf. Schools would also be required to report any funding or contracts from foreign sources to the U.S. Department of Education. Schools that violate these restrictions could lose federal education funding. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects public K-12 schools and school districts that receive federal education funding, as well as the Department of Education, which would oversee compliance and disclosures. It could also impact Chinese organizations or entities that currently fund or partner with American schools. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is sponsored by Rep. David Joyce (R-Ohio). It would need to pass the Senate and be signed by the President to become law.
Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025
# Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would reauthorize and continue federal funding for Title VIII nursing programs, which support education and training for nurses in the United States. Title VIII is a longstanding federal program that provides grants to nursing schools and educational institutions to help train new nurses and expand the nursing workforce. The bill essentially renews this program's authority and funding, allowing it to continue operating rather than letting it expire. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects nursing schools, nursing students, and the broader healthcare workforce. It could impact hospitals and healthcare facilities that rely on a steady supply of trained nurses, as well as communities that depend on adequate nursing staffing for healthcare services. States and educational institutions that receive federal nursing training grants would also be affected. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review as of the 119th Congress, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative David Joyce, a Republican from Ohio.
Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2026
# Summary of HR 5166: Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2026 This bill would set federal spending levels for fiscal year 2026 across multiple government agencies and departments. It covers funding for the Treasury Department, the President's office, federal courts, the District of Columbia government, and dozens of independent agencies including the Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Federal Communications Commission, and the National Archives. Essentially, this is a "money bill" that determines how much taxpayer funding these various offices and agencies receive to operate during 2026. The bill affects every American indirectly since it determines funding for agencies that regulate financial services, protect consumers, oversee elections, manage federal lands and records, and support various government functions. Federal employees in these agencies would also be impacted depending on funding levels. The specific dollar amounts and priorities within this bill would be negotiated and detailed in the appropriations process before it could become law. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review and has not yet been voted on by the full House. Since it's an appropriations bill, it will require approval from both the House and Senate, and the President's signature to become law. These bills are typically debated and modified during the legislative process before final passage.
PREPARE Act of 2025
# Summary of the PREPARE Act of 2025 (HR 2935) I don't have access to the specific details of this bill's content, as the information provided only shows basic identifying information (bill number, sponsor, and committee status) without the actual text or summary of provisions. To give you an accurate summary, I would need access to: - The bill's full text or official summary - Key provisions and what they would change - Which agencies or programs it affects - Any fiscal impacts **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. **Recommendation:** For a complete, factual summary, I'd suggest checking: - Congress.gov (the official source for all federal legislation) - The bill sponsor's official website - Nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service If you can share the bill's summary or key provisions, I'd be happy to explain them in plain language.
STATES 2.0 Act
# STATES 2.0 Act Summary Unfortunately, I cannot provide a detailed summary of this bill because the information available is limited. The congressional record shows that HR 2934 (the STATES 2.0 Act) was introduced by Representative David Joyce (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, but the specific subjects and provisions are not listed in the data provided. To get accurate information about what this bill would do, I'd recommend: - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for "HR 2934" - Checking the bill's full text and summary on the House Clerk's website - Looking at the sponsor's official website or press releases This will give you the exact details on who it affects, what it proposes, and any recent actions taken on it in committee.
Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025
# Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would create a new dedicated section within the Department of Justice's Environment and Natural Resources Division specifically focused on enforcing existing federal animal cruelty laws. Currently, animal cruelty cases are handled through various existing channels, but this bill would establish a specialized unit to handle investigations, prosecutions, and related criminal matters involving animal cruelty at the federal level. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects federal law enforcement agencies and the Department of Justice. It could also impact individuals and organizations involved in animal abuse cases that fall under federal jurisdiction, as well as animal protection advocates who support stronger enforcement of existing laws. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative David Joyce (R-Ohio) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. No companion bill has been identified in the Senate at this time. The bill focuses on enforcement of existing laws rather than creating new crimes or penalties.
I CAN Act
# I CAN Act (HR 1317) Summary **What the bill does:** The "Improving Care and Access to Nurses Act" would expand the roles of nurses and other non-physician healthcare providers in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Specifically, it would allow nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists to perform tasks currently requiring a physician's involvement, such as approving diabetic shoe coverage, overseeing cardiac rehabilitation programs, and certifying when patients need hospital admission. **Who it affects:** This bill primarily affects Medicare and Medicaid patients, healthcare providers (especially nurses and physician assistants), and potentially the cost and efficiency of these federal health insurance programs. It could increase patients' access to care by allowing more qualified professionals to handle certain medical decisions and services. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Rep. David Joyce (R-OH) in the 119th Congress.
East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2025
# East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would direct the Department of Health and Human Services to fund a long-term health study focused on the February 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. The study would be conducted by a group of universities or colleges working together as a consortium and would investigate whether residents suffered any health effects from exposure to chemicals that were released, vented, and burned during the accident. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects residents of East Palestine, Ohio, and surrounding areas who may have been exposed to the chemicals released in the derailment. It also involves universities or research institutions that would conduct the study, and the federal government would provide the funding. **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. It was sponsored by Representative David Joyce, a Republican from Ohio.
Higher Education Accountability Tax Act
# Higher Education Accountability Tax Act (HR 1006) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would create tax-related accountability measures for higher education institutions. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to tie tax benefits or federal funding to institutional performance metrics—such as student outcomes, graduation rates, or employment success. The exact provisions would determine how colleges and universities are evaluated and what consequences or incentives would result from those evaluations. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact colleges and universities, their students, and potentially taxpayers. Students might be affected through changes to how institutions are funded or regulated. Institutions could face new compliance requirements or changes to their tax status or federal support depending on how they perform under any new accountability standards. **Current Status:** HR 1006 is currently in committee, meaning it has been referred to the relevant House committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative David Joyce (R-OH). Without more detailed legislative text, the specific mechanisms and full scope of the accountability measures cannot be fully detailed. *Note: For complete details on provisions, consult Congress.gov or the bill's full text.*
Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act of 2025
# Summary: Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act of 2025 **What the bill would do:** This bill would expand how federal grant money can be used to help first responders protect themselves from dangerous drugs. Specifically, it would allow grants to fund the purchase of special containment devices (protective equipment designed to prevent accidental exposure to fentanyl and other deadly substances) and provide training to first responders on how to use these devices safely. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency responders who may encounter fentanyl and other potent drugs during their work. It also affects the state and local agencies that receive federal drug prevention grants from the Department of Justice. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. David Joyce (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently under review in committee. It has not yet been voted on by the full House. The proposal addresses a real workplace safety concern, as first responders can be exposed to dangerous substances during drug seizures and emergency responses.
BEACH Act of 2025
# BEACH Act of 2025 Summary **What It Does** The BEACH Act would extend and expand an existing EPA program that helps monitor water quality at beaches and coastal recreation areas through 2029. Currently, the program funds states and local governments to test beach water for safety and warn the public when it's unsafe to swim. This bill adds new capabilities: it would allow funding for identifying what's causing water contamination (like harmful bacteria), and it would expand monitoring to include shallow waters upstream from beaches that feed into recreational areas. **Who It Affects** Beach communities and swimmers would be the primary beneficiaries, as would state and local environmental agencies responsible for beach safety. The bill could also affect municipalities that manage coastal recreation areas and public health departments involved in water quality monitoring. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative David Joyce (R-Ohio) in the 119th Congress.
GLRI Act of 2025
# GLRI Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The GLRI Act of 2025 would reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) through 2031, allowing the federal government to continue funding programs and projects aimed at protecting and restoring the Great Lakes ecosystem. Reauthorization means Congress would formally extend the program's authority and funding for an additional six-year period after the current authorization expires. **Who It Affects** This bill would affect states bordering the Great Lakes (Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania), as well as residents and businesses that depend on the lakes for drinking water, fishing, recreation, and commerce. Environmental organizations, Native American tribes, and local communities involved in restoration efforts would also be impacted by continued or expanded funding for these initiatives. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee (HR 284, 119th Congress) and has not yet been voted on by the full House. Sponsor David Joyce represents Ohio's 14th congressional district. The bill has not yet advanced to the next stages of the legislative process.
Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2025
# Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to create at least two coordination centers along the U.S.-Mexico border. These centers would serve as centralized hubs where different law enforcement agencies can work together and share information to coordinate border security operations. The centers would focus on detecting and responding to criminal activity, including drug trafficking and human smuggling operations, as well as monitoring illegal border crossings. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects federal border security agencies (like Customs and Border Protection), but also involves state, local, and Native American tribal law enforcement agencies that operate in border regions. It could indirectly affect border communities and individuals involved in border crossing activities. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative David Joyce (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.