Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Democrat · WA · 23 bills sponsored
U.S. Farmworker Protection Act
# U.S. Farmworker Protection Act (HR 7541) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The U.S. Farmworker Protection Act would strengthen workplace protections and rights for agricultural workers. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, farmworker protection bills typically address issues like wage standards, workplace safety, housing conditions, and access to legal remedies for exploited workers. This bill would primarily affect the estimated 1.5-2 million farmworkers in the United States, many of whom work in seasonal or temporary positions. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7541 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA). At this stage, the bill remains under review and would need committee approval and broader congressional support to move forward in the legislative process. *Note: For complete details on specific provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov or other legislative databases.*
ICE Out of Our Faces Act
# ICE Out of Our Faces Act (HR 7363) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would restrict the authority of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers to conduct surveillance and facial recognition operations. Specifically, it aims to limit ICE's use of facial recognition technology and surveillance practices, particularly in sensitive locations. The bill reflects concerns about privacy rights and the expansion of biometric surveillance by federal immigration authorities. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect ICE's operational capabilities and could impact immigrants and communities with significant immigrant populations. It could also affect individuals generally concerned about privacy and surveillance technology use by government agencies. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7363 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) in the 119th Congress. To become law, it would need to advance through committee, pass both the House and Senate, and be signed by the President.
Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act
# Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish an expiration date for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), a law passed shortly after the September 11 attacks that gave the President broad power to use military force against terrorist organizations. The 2001 AUMF has been used to justify military operations in multiple countries over the past two decades. By adding a "sunset" clause, this bill would automatically end that authority on a specified date unless Congress votes to renew it, forcing lawmakers to periodically review and explicitly approve any continued military action rather than relying on a decades-old authorization. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect the President's ability to conduct military operations without seeking new Congressional approval each time, and it impacts all U.S. military personnel involved in counterterrorism operations worldwide. It would require Congress to actively decide whether to continue authorizing military force, rather than letting the 2001 law remain in effect indefinitely. This gives lawmakers a mechanism to reassess whether the original authorization still fits current global threats and circumstances. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal, a Democrat from Washington.
Empowering App-Based Workers Act
# Empowering App-Based Workers Act (HR 6646) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Empowering App-Based Workers Act would establish new protections and standards for workers who drive for ride-sharing or delivery services like Uber, DoorDash, and Lyft. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, legislation with this title typically aims to improve working conditions, compensation, scheduling rights, or other workplace protections for gig economy workers who are currently classified as independent contractors rather than employees. **Who It Affects:** This bill would directly impact millions of app-based workers across the United States, as well as the companies that employ them. It could also affect consumers who use these services, as any requirements placed on companies might influence service costs or availability. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 6646) is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. For a detailed understanding of its specific provisions—such as whether it mandates benefits, wage guarantees, or scheduling protections—you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act
# Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act (HR 6397) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve conditions and legal protections for immigrants held in U.S. detention facilities. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically address issues like access to legal representation, medical care standards, communication rights, and oversight of detention conditions. The legislation would establish requirements for how detained immigrants are treated while their immigration cases are being processed. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects immigrants in federal detention—both those awaiting deportation hearings and those in removal proceedings. It could also impact immigration detention facilities and their operators, as well as immigration courts handling these cases. Indirectly, it may affect immigrant families and communities with detained members. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. No recent action is recorded, meaning it has not yet progressed through the legislative process. For the most current information on whether this bill has moved forward, you can check Congress.gov.
EXPERTS Act of 2025
# EXPERTS Act of 2025 - Summary Unfortunately, I cannot provide a detailed summary of this bill because the specific provisions and subject matter are not included in the information provided. The bill listing only shows that HR 6145 is currently in committee and sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), but does not describe what the bill actually proposes to do. To get accurate information about the EXPERTS Act of 2025, I recommend: - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for HR 6145 - Reviewing the bill's full text and summary on the House Clerk's website - Checking the sponsor's official website for details on their legislative goals This approach will ensure you get factual, complete information about what the bill would do, who it affects, and its specific provisions.
Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2025
# Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would expand a federal program that helps schools buy fresh fruits and vegetables grown by American farmers. Currently, the program operates in a maximum of 8 states. If passed, it would grow to 14 states, allowing more schools across the country to purchase locally-grown produce for their lunch programs. The bill would also provide funding for the program through 2030. **Who it affects and key provisions:** The bill would benefit schoolchildren, American farmers (especially small and local producers), and participating states. Key additions include: expanded state participation, new reporting requirements to track the program's success, special attention to serving low-income communities and disadvantaged populations, and evaluation of the program's economic impact on local farming communities. Schools would continue serving fresh, unprocessed fruits and vegetables to students through their lunch programs. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee (HR 5234, 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal, a Democrat from Washington state.
Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act
# Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to prevent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from detaining American citizens. While ICE is authorized to enforce immigration laws, documented cases have occurred where U.S. citizens—including those born in the country or holding valid citizenship documentation—were mistakenly detained. The bill would establish protections and accountability measures to reduce such incidents and would likely require ICE to verify citizenship status more thoroughly before detaining individuals. **Who It Affects:** The bill would directly affect ICE operations and detention practices. It could also protect U.S. citizens who might be at risk of mistaken detention, particularly those without immediate access to citizenship documentation or from communities with higher enforcement activity. ICE agents would face new procedural requirements when making arrests. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 4456) remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is an early stage in the legislative process. *Note: The bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided. For complete details on exact requirements and procedures proposed, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov.*
Housing Is a Human Right Act of 2025
# Housing Is a Human Right Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Housing Is a Human Right Act of 2025 (HR 4457) aims to address housing affordability and homelessness by establishing housing as a fundamental right. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically propose federal investments in affordable housing development, rental assistance programs, and support services for homeless populations. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect low-income renters, people experiencing homelessness, and communities struggling with housing shortages. It could also impact state and local housing authorities, nonprofits working on housing issues, and taxpayers funding these programs. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. As of now, it has not been enacted into law. For more detailed information about specific provisions (funding amounts, program details, etc.), you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, as those details aren't included in this summary.
Housing not Handcuffs Act of 2025
# Housing not Handcuffs Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Housing not Handcuffs Act of 2025 aims to address homelessness and housing insecurity by prioritizing housing solutions over criminal justice approaches. While specific details aren't publicly available yet, the bill's title suggests it would shift policy away from criminalizing homelessness (through arrests and incarceration) and toward providing stable housing and supportive services instead. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact people experiencing homelessness, local law enforcement agencies, and communities struggling with housing shortages. It would also affect service providers and government agencies responsible for housing and social services. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken at this time. *Note: Full legislative details are limited in available sources. For comprehensive information on specific provisions, you can search the bill number (HR 4182) on Congress.gov.*
Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025
# Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would expand health care access for immigrant families by removing or reducing restrictions on federal health programs. Specifically, it would allow immigrants—including undocumented immigrants—to enroll in certain federally-funded health programs that currently have citizenship or legal status requirements. The bill aims to address health care gaps for immigrant populations who may avoid seeking medical care due to legal status concerns. **Who It Affects:** The legislation primarily affects immigrant families, particularly low-income immigrants and undocumented immigrants who are currently ineligible for or unable to access federal health programs like Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). It would also impact state budgets, since states administer these programs and would bear some costs, and health care providers serving immigrant communities. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a Democrat from Washington. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President.
Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act
# Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act (HR 3971) Summary **What It Would Do** This bill aims to extend labor protections to domestic workers—people employed in private homes as nannies, housekeepers, home health aides, and similar roles. Currently, many federal labor laws exclude domestic workers from protections like minimum wage requirements, overtime pay, and workplace safety standards. If passed, this bill would grant these workers the same labor rights as other employees, including the right to a minimum wage, overtime compensation, paid leave, and protection from discrimination and harassment. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit domestic workers, who are often among the lowest-paid and most vulnerable employees in the U.S. workforce. It would also affect the families and individuals who employ domestic workers, as they would need to comply with new labor standards and wage requirements. **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. The bill was sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and would require further legislative action to advance.
College for All Act of 2025
# College for All Act of 2025: Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The College for All Act of 2025 aims to make college more affordable by eliminating tuition and required fees for eligible students. It would establish a federal-state partnership to cover costs at community colleges and two-year institutions for all students, and at four-year public universities for working- and middle-class students. The bill would also expand the Federal Pell Grant program (which provides grants to low-income students) and extend support to private nonprofit historically Black colleges and universities and other minority-serving institutions. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit community college students, two-year tribal college students, and working- to middle-class students attending four-year public universities. Lower-income students at minority-serving institutions would also be eligible for support. The bill requires state participation through a partnership model, so implementation would vary by state. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (HR 3543) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) in the 119th Congress. The bill would require Congressional approval and significant federal funding before it could become law.
National Museum of Pop Culture Act
# National Museum of Pop Culture Act – Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish a new National Museum of Pop Culture, likely to be located in Washington, D.C., or another major U.S. city. The museum would preserve and display artifacts, exhibits, and collections related to American popular culture—including music, film, television, video games, fashion, and other forms of entertainment that have shaped American society. The bill would authorize federal funding and establish the museum as a Smithsonian Institution or similar national museum. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill would primarily affect cultural institutions, museum professionals, and the general public interested in pop culture history. It would create permanent jobs for curators, educators, and staff. Visitors—particularly students and tourists—would have access to a dedicated space to learn about how popular entertainment has influenced American culture and society. The bill also impacts taxpayers, as it would direct federal funds toward the museum's construction, operations, and collection acquisition. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3290 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill requires committee approval and support from additional lawmakers before it could proceed to the broader legislative process.
Medicare for All Act
# Medicare for All Act Summary **What It Would Do:** The Medicare for All Act would create a single, government-run health insurance program administered by the Department of Health and Human Services that would cover all U.S. residents. The program would automatically enroll people upon birth or when they become residents. It would cover a comprehensive range of services including hospital care, prescription drugs, mental health and substance abuse treatment, dental and vision services, long-term care, and reproductive care—with no out-of-pocket costs like deductibles or copayments. Private insurance would still exist but only to supplement this national program, not replace it. **Who It Affects:** This bill would affect virtually every American, as it would replace the current mixed system of private insurance, employer-based coverage, and government programs (Medicare, Medicaid) with one unified system. It would eliminate private health insurance as the primary coverage option, though insurers could continue offering supplemental plans. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee in the 119th Congress and was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA). It has not yet been voted on by the full House. Similar versions of this bill have been introduced in previous congressional sessions but have not become law.
WISE Act
# WISE Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The Working for Immigrant Safety and Empowerment (WISE) Act would expand protections for immigrants who are crime victims. Specifically, it would broaden the U visa program—which currently helps victims of crimes like human trafficking and domestic violence—to also include victims of hate crimes, child abuse, and elder abuse. The bill would also remove the requirement that victims help investigate or prosecute the crime to qualify. Additionally, it would guarantee work authorization for people applying for U visas (currently this is optional), and eliminate the annual cap on how many U visas can be issued. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects crime victims seeking immigration protection and their families, as well as DHS immigration enforcement agencies. A secondary provision establishes certain protections against immigration enforcement in specific locations, though details aren't fully outlined in the summary. The changes would make it easier for vulnerable immigrants to access visa protections without needing to cooperate with law enforcement investigations. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee consideration in the House of Representatives. It was introduced by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) in the 119th Congress and has not yet been voted on by the full House.
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
# Summary of HJRES 84 **What the Bill Would Do** This joint resolution would block a proposed military equipment and services sale to Israel. If passed, it would prevent the U.S. from transferring the specific defense articles and services included in the sale. Under current U.S. law, Congress can disapprove foreign military sales within a set timeframe, and this resolution uses that authority to reject a particular sale to Israel. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect Israel, which would not receive the military equipment and services. It could also impact U.S. defense contractors involved in producing or selling these items. More broadly, it reflects ongoing congressional debate over U.S. military aid and weapons sales to Israel, an issue that divides lawmakers along various political lines. **Current Status** As of now, HJRES 84 is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. The bill was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) in the 119th Congress. For the resolution to take effect, it would need to pass both the House and Senate, and would require either presidential approval or enough votes to override a presidential veto.
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
# Summary of HJRES 83 **What the Bill Would Do** If passed, this joint resolution would block a proposed military equipment and services sale to Israel. Under U.S. law, Congress has the power to disapprove foreign military sales, and this bill would exercise that authority to prevent the specific Israeli sale from proceeding. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Israel as the intended recipient of military defense articles and services. It could also impact U.S. defense contractors involved in the sale and U.S.-Israel military cooperation. The bill reflects broader congressional debate over American military aid and arms sales policy in the Middle East. **Current Status and Key Details** As of now, HJRES 83 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full floor vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), and no specific details about which defense articles or services would be blocked are included in the available summary. To understand the exact scope of the proposed sale being disapproved, one would need to review the full bill text or accompanying congressional documents.
No Round Up Act
# No Round Up Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The No Round Up Act (HR 2129) would restrict the federal government's ability to conduct immigration enforcement operations that target large groups of people without individualized suspicion of wrongdoing. The bill aims to prevent broad "round-up" style enforcement actions and would require immigration authorities to have specific, documented reasons before detaining individuals. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact immigration enforcement practices and the people subject to those practices. It would constrain how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and related agencies conduct operations, while potentially affecting immigrants and immigrant communities concerned about enforcement activities. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House floor vote. No additional details about specific provisions are available at this time. For the most current information on this bill's progress, you can check Congress.gov. --- *Note: The bill summary provided contained limited details. For comprehensive information about specific provisions and requirements, the full text on Congress.gov would be needed.*
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
# Summary of HJRES 69 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would block a planned military sale of defense equipment and services to Israel. If passed, it would prevent the U.S. from proceeding with the proposed sale. The bill uses a congressional disapproval mechanism, meaning Congress would formally reject the sale rather than the executive branch canceling it. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Israel as the intended recipient of the military equipment. It could also impact U.S. defense contractors who would supply the equipment, and broader U.S.-Israel military relations. The bill reflects broader Congressional debate about U.S. military aid to Israel. **Current Status and Key Details** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA). The official summary does not specify which particular defense articles and services would be blocked, so the scope of the sale remains unclear from the available information. Congressional disapproval resolutions like this allow members to formally challenge foreign military sales, though such efforts rarely succeed in blocking sales that have administration support.
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
# Summary of HJRES 68 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would block a proposed sale of military equipment and services to Israel. If passed, it would prevent the U.S. government from proceeding with a planned foreign military sale to the Israeli government. The bill uses a congressional disapproval process, meaning Congress votes to reject the sale rather than the president approving it. **Who It Affects:** The primary parties affected would be Israel (which would not receive the military equipment), the U.S. defense contractors who would supply the equipment, and the U.S. government. The specific weapons systems or services involved are not detailed in the bill summary provided. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a full congressional vote. It was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington). The bill has not passed. *Note: For more complete information about which specific military equipment is included in the proposed sale, you would need to review the full bill text.*
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the rights protected and extended by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only.
# Summary of HJRES 54 **What It Would Do:** This proposed constitutional amendment would fundamentally change how campaign money is regulated in the United States. It would declare that only individual people—not corporations or other organizations—have constitutional rights. The amendment would allow the government to limit how much money candidates and groups can spend on elections, and would require public disclosure of all political donations. It would also prevent courts from treating campaign spending as free speech protected by the First Amendment. **Who It Affects:** This would impact corporations, unions, nonprofits, and other organizations that currently participate in politics through donations and spending. It would also affect individual candidates, political donors, and voters by potentially changing how campaigns are funded and conducted. The amendment targets concerns about wealthy interests having outsized influence in elections. **Current Status:** The bill is in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote. Constitutional amendments require approval by a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate, then ratification by at least 38 state legislatures. This proposal directly challenges recent Supreme Court decisions (particularly *Citizens United* in 2010) that have expanded the ability of corporations and wealthy donors to spend money in elections as a form of free speech.
Access to Counsel Act
# Access to Counsel Act Summary **What the bill does:** The Access to Counsel Act would require the Department of Homeland Security to allow people undergoing secondary or deferred inspections at U.S. borders to speak with a lawyer within one hour of the inspection starting. It would also allow them to consult with family members or other support people. These advisors could actively help by presenting evidence and information on behalf of the person being inspected. **Who it affects:** The bill covers several groups entering or re-entering the U.S.: U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), visa holders, returning asylees, and refugees. It adds a specific protection for permanent residents, requiring they receive legal consultation before being allowed to give up their residency status during inspection. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As a bill focused on immigration enforcement procedures, it reflects debates about balancing border security with legal protections for travelers and immigrants.