King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Independent · ME · 25 bills sponsored
A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to participate in presentations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during preseparation counseling under the Transition Assistance Program of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
# Bill Summary: S 3938 **What It Would Do** This bill would allow representatives from veterans service organizations to participate in educational presentations about veterans' benefits during the military's Transition Assistance Program (TAP). TAP is a Department of Defense program that provides counseling and information to military members preparing to leave active duty. The bill would expand these presentations to include outside veterans groups, giving departing service members access to additional resources about benefits they may be entitled to after leaving the military. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects military service members transitioning to civilian life, as they would receive more comprehensive information about available veterans benefits. It also impacts veterans service organizations, which would gain an official role in educating departing troops. The Department of Defense would need to implement the new participation requirements. **Current Status** As of now, S 3938 remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Angus King (I-Maine). No major opposition or amendments have been publicly reported, though the bill's ultimate fate depends on committee approval and Senate scheduling.
Ensuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans Act
# Ensuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans Act (S 3818) Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would protect disability benefits for veterans who have service-connected disabilities. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to ensure that disabled veterans maintain their benefits and prevent reductions or loss of compensation they've earned through military service. **Who It Affects:** The legislation would primarily impact disabled veterans receiving compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It may also affect veterans' families who depend on these benefits and could indirectly affect the VA's administration of benefit programs. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet advanced to a floor vote. It was introduced by Senator Angus King (I-Maine), an independent senator. Without additional details about the specific provisions, it's difficult to assess the bill's likelihood of passage or identify which groups might oppose it. To understand the bill's exact impact, interested parties would need to review the full legislative text on Congress.gov or the Senate's official website.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act
# Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would improve public access to and management of the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine. The legislation aims to enhance recreational opportunities, including hunting and fishing, while supporting environmental education and outdoor recreation on the monument's lands. It also addresses coordination between federal and state authorities regarding how the monument is managed. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts Maine residents and visitors who use the monument for hunting, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. It also affects local communities near the monument, state wildlife officials, and federal land management agencies responsible for maintaining the monument. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the Senate and is part of the 119th Congress. As an independent senator from Maine, Angus King sponsored the legislation.
Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act
# Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act (S 3591) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve support and resources for military veterans in the workplace. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would establish or enhance access to workplace resources, support services, or protections for veterans as they transition into and work within civilian employment. The bill is named after Thomas M. Conway, likely honoring someone with significance to veterans' workplace issues. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill would primarily affect military veterans seeking employment or currently working in civilian jobs, as well as employers who hire veterans. It's currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the Senate but hasn't advanced to a floor vote. Senator Angus King (I-ME), an independent from Maine, is sponsoring the legislation. At this stage, the bill is still being reviewed and debated within the appropriate Senate committee before any potential vote by the full Senate. **Note:** Complete details about specific provisions aren't available in the summary provided. For detailed information about what resources or protections the bill would create, reviewing the full bill text would be necessary.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act".
# Summary of SJRES 82 **What It Does:** This bill would allow Congress to disapprove and block a rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding how the department interprets and applies the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). The APA is a federal law that governs how government agencies create regulations and make decisions. This particular HHS rule deals with the department's policy on following the text of that law. If passed, Congress would reject this HHS policy using a special legislative process designed for regulatory oversight. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The bill would primarily affect how HHS operates internally and how it makes regulatory decisions going forward. It could impact anyone who interacts with HHS rules or regulations, including healthcare providers, patients, and the general public. The bill is sponsored by Senator Angus King (I-Maine) and focuses on issues of congressional oversight and administrative law procedures. The specific concerns relate to HHS's interpretation of how strictly it must follow the Administrative Procedure Act's requirements. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. It has not yet been voted on by either chamber of Congress.
Saving Our Veterans Lives Act of 2025
# Saving Our Veterans Lives Act of 2025 (S 926) This bill aims to reduce suicide rates among veterans by improving mental health services and firearms safety measures within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The legislation would require the VA to implement new suicide prevention programs, enhance mental health screening and treatment options, and establish protocols for safely storing firearms among veterans receiving care. The bill also includes provisions for training VA staff in suicide prevention and mental health crisis response. The bill directly affects veterans receiving VA healthcare services and the VA system itself. It would require Congressional oversight of the VA's mental health initiatives and suicide prevention efforts, ensuring accountability for how the department implements these programs. Key provisions include funding for expanded mental health services, lethal means safety planning (helping reduce access to firearms during mental health crises), and staff training programs. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full Senate. As an independent senator's proposal, it requires committee review before it can advance for a full Senate vote.
SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025
# SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act would create a new Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration to help prevent falls among veterans—a significant health concern for aging veterans. The office would develop and run educational campaigns for veterans and their families about fall prevention, improve VA services related to falls, and conduct research and evaluation on these programs. The bill would also bring the VA into a federal committee focused on healthy aging, ensuring veterans' needs are considered in broader aging-related policy discussions. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects veterans, especially older veterans who are at higher risk of falls and related injuries. It also impacts VA healthcare providers and staff, as well as veterans' families who could benefit from fall prevention education. The VA would need to implement new programs and dedicate resources to this office. **Current Status:** The bill (S 668) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Angus King (I-ME) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It has not been passed into law.
Preventive Health Savings Act
# Preventive Health Savings Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would require the Congressional Budget Office (CBO)—the nonpartisan agency that estimates how much legislation costs—to analyze whether proposed health bills would save money in the long run by preventing disease. Specifically, when Congress requests it, the CBO would assess whether preventive health care measures in a bill would reduce government spending beyond the standard 10-year budget window that Congress typically uses for cost estimates. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects how Congress evaluates health legislation. It applies to any preventive health care—defined broadly as actions that protect public health, promote wellness, and prevent disease and disability. If the CBO determines that a bill would save money through prevention, it must report those long-term savings as a supplementary estimate alongside regular cost projections. Importantly, these supplementary estimates would be informational only and wouldn't count toward official budget compliance rules. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator Angus King (I-Maine) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill aims to give Congress better information about the potential long-term financial benefits of preventive health measures, even though those savings might occur after the typical 10-year budget window used for legislative scoring.
Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act
# Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act Summary The Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act (S 2833) is a bill introduced in the Senate that aims to reduce falls among older Americans and other vulnerable populations. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the information provided, falls prevention legislation typically focuses on education, training, and programs to help prevent falls—a leading cause of injury and death among seniors. This bill would likely affect older adults, healthcare providers, and potentially community organizations involved in health and wellness programs. The legislation could include provisions for fall prevention training, improvements to home safety, or funding for research and public awareness campaigns. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full Senate vote. No action has been taken since its introduction in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific provisions and the bill's current progress, you can visit Congress.gov.
WELL Seniors Act of 2025
# WELL Seniors Act of 2025 - Summary The WELL Seniors Act of 2025 is a proposed law currently being reviewed in the Senate. While specific details about its provisions aren't provided in the available information, the bill's title suggests it focuses on wellness and health-related programs for senior citizens. The bill was introduced by Senator Angus King, an Independent from Maine, and remains in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. To get a complete understanding of what this bill would specifically do—such as which health services it would expand, how it would be funded, and which seniors would benefit—you would need to review the full text of S. 2830 on Congress.gov or similar legislative tracking websites. Since the bill is still in the early committee stage, it may be revised before any vote takes place.
Stand Strong for Medicare Act
# Stand Strong for Medicare Act Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text or specific provisions of S 2831 (Stand Strong for Medicare Act) from the 119th Congress. The information you've provided shows that it's currently in committee and sponsored by Senator Angus King (I-ME), but doesn't include the bill's actual language or proposed changes. To give you an accurate, factual summary, I would need access to the bill's text, which would detail what changes it proposes to Medicare, who would be affected, and the specific provisions. I'd recommend checking these authoritative sources for current information: - **Congress.gov** (official source for all federal legislation) - **Senator King's official website** - Congressional budget office analyses (if available) If you can share the bill's text or key provisions, I'd be happy to summarize it in plain language for you.
Preventive Home Visit Act
# Preventive Home Visit Act Summary **What It Would Do:** The Preventive Home Visit Act would establish a new program to provide home visits for certain vulnerable populations as a preventive health measure. While specific details aren't provided in this summary, bills with this title typically aim to cover health professional visits to patients' homes to prevent health problems before they become serious—such as visits for elderly individuals, new mothers, or people with chronic conditions. The program would likely be funded through Medicare or Medicaid. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries who qualify for preventive home visits, as well as healthcare providers who would deliver these services. It could also impact federal healthcare budgets and state Medicaid programs. **Current Status:** As of now, S. 2829 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Angus King (I-Maine). For the most current information on this bill's progress, you can visit Congress.gov. *Note: Limited details are available in the information provided. For complete legislative language and specific provisions, consult Congress.gov or the bill's official text.*
CIVICS Act of 2025
# Summary of the CIVICS Act of 2025 The CIVICS Act of 2025 is a Senate bill currently under review in committee. While the bill's specific details aren't provided in the information available, the title "CIVICS Act" typically indicates legislation focused on civic education, voting access, or civic participation. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), the bill's sponsor, is an independent member of the Senate. Because the bill remains in committee and hasn't advanced further in the legislative process, it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. To understand exactly who would be affected and what specific provisions the bill contains, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov or a legislative tracking website. These sources would show the bill's detailed language, estimated costs, and potential impact on federal agencies, states, or individuals.
Working Waterfront Disaster Mitigation Tax Credit Act
# Working Waterfront Disaster Mitigation Tax Credit Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would create a new tax credit for owners of working waterfronts—areas used for commercial fishing, aquaculture, and other maritime industries—who make investments in disaster mitigation measures. The tax credit would help offset the costs of projects designed to protect these waterfront properties from natural disasters like storms, flooding, and erosion. By making these protective upgrades more affordable, the bill aims to help waterfront businesses maintain their operations and preserve infrastructure critical to coastal economies. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be commercial fishing operations, aquaculture businesses, and other maritime-dependent enterprises located in coastal areas. Waterfront property owners in states like Maine (where sponsor Senator Angus King is from) and other coastal regions would be most directly impacted. The bill could also indirectly benefit coastal communities that depend on these working waterfronts for jobs and economic activity. **Current Status** As of now, S. 2538 remains in committee and has not yet advanced to a full Senate vote. The bill has not been enacted into law.
PRIME Act
# PRIME Act Summary **What It Would Do:** The PRIME Act would allow custom meat-processing facilities to sell locally-slaughtered meat within their state without federal inspection. Currently, federal law only exempts meat from inspection if it's for personal use (like a family's own consumption). This bill would expand that exemption to allow these facilities to sell meat to local restaurants, grocery stores, and consumers within the same state, as long as the facility follows that state's regulations. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit small, local meat processors and farmers who want to sell within their state, as well as consumers who prefer locally-sourced meat products. It could also impact small restaurants and grocery stores that want to source from local processors. Federal meat inspectors and large-scale meat producers would be less affected. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S 2409, 119th Congress), meaning it hasn't advanced to a full Senate vote yet. It was introduced by Senator Angus King, an Independent from Maine. The bill has not passed.
Servicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025
# Servicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to improve the healthcare transition for military members as they leave active duty and become veterans. Specifically, it would establish better connections between the military's health system and the Veterans Affairs (VA) health system, likely by improving how medical records and health information are shared electronically between these two separate systems. The bill also appears to address licensing issues that may arise when healthcare providers transition from military to veteran medical roles. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly affects servicemembers who are transitioning to veteran status and the healthcare providers who serve them. It would also impact the Department of Defense and the VA, which would need to coordinate and potentially change how their healthcare systems operate. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (S 585) has been introduced in the Senate and is under review in the appropriate congressional committee. It has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Angus King, an Independent from Maine.
Jobs in the Woods Act
# Jobs in the Woods Act Summary The Jobs in the Woods Act (S 1336) is a proposed bill sponsored by Senator Angus King of Maine that aims to create employment opportunities in forestry and forest management. While specific details weren't provided in the information available, bills with this title typically focus on funding job creation programs related to forest maintenance, restoration, wildfire prevention, timber management, and conservation work. Such legislation would likely benefit workers in rural forest communities, environmental organizations, and the forestry industry. The bill would primarily affect people living in forest-dependent communities, forestry workers, timber companies, conservation groups, and federal land management agencies like the U.S. Forest Service. It could also impact broader environmental and economic goals around forest health and wildfire mitigation, which have become increasingly important concerns across the country. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the Senate. To learn more about the specific provisions, funding levels, and detailed scope of the bill, you would need to consult the full legislative text on Congress.gov or the bill's committee documentation.
America's First Fuels Act
# America's First Fuels Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would increase financial incentives for using biomass heating systems (wood stoves and boilers that burn wood and agricultural waste). It raises the tax credit for homeowners installing these systems from the current $2,000 annual limit to $10,000, and creates a new business tax credit covering 30% of the cost for commercial or industrial biomass heating systems. These tax credits reduce what people owe in federal taxes when they invest in this type of heating. **Who It Affects:** Homeowners considering biomass heating upgrades would benefit from the larger tax credit, making these systems more affordable. Businesses and farms using biomass for heat or hot water production would also gain access to new tax credits. The bill is sponsored by Senator Angus King, an Independent from Maine, a state where wood heating is common. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S. 1345 in the 119th Congress), meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full Senate. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.
# Summary of S 1315: Home Accessibility Improvements Credit **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would create a tax credit to help people pay for home modifications that improve accessibility. The credit would be "refundable," meaning eligible taxpayers could receive money back even if they owe no taxes. The modifications would likely include changes like installing ramps, widening doorways, adding grab bars, or making bathrooms wheelchair-accessible—improvements that help people with disabilities or mobility challenges live more independently in their homes. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill would benefit homeowners and renters who need to make their living spaces more accessible due to age, disability, or injury. By offering a tax credit, the legislation aims to make these often-expensive modifications more affordable. The specific details about eligibility requirements, credit amounts, and which types of improvements qualify are not provided in the bill summary, so those specifics would need to be reviewed in the full text. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Angus King, an Independent from Maine.
A bill to redesignate the Hulls Cove Visitor Center at Acadia National Park as the George J. Mitchell Visitor Center.
# Summary of S 1279 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would rename the Hulls Cove Visitor Center at Acadia National Park in Maine to the "George J. Mitchell Visitor Center." The change is purely ceremonial and would not affect the facility's operations or services—it simply honors George J. Mitchell by attaching his name to this visitor center. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects Acadia National Park visitors, park staff, and signage. The broader significance is that it commemorates George J. Mitchell, a notable figure in Maine politics. The redesignation has no direct impact on the general public's use of the park or any government services. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Angus King (I-ME) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass out of committee, be approved by the Senate, pass the House, and be signed by the President.
Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025
# Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025 - Summary **What It Does:** This bill would improve access to credit for commercial fishing businesses and fishing-related enterprises. Sponsored by Senator Angus King of Maine, the legislation aims to help fishermen and seafood industry workers obtain loans more easily by enhancing credit programs and potentially offering subsidies or support mechanisms. The bill addresses financial challenges in the fishing industry, which often struggles with high operating costs, unpredictable catches, and difficulty qualifying for traditional bank loans. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit commercial fishermen, fishing vessel operators, and seafood industry businesses—particularly small and mid-sized operations. It could also indirectly affect coastal communities that depend economically on fishing and related industries. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee review (S 1217 in the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. The bill is still in the early legislative stage and would require committee approval and broader congressional support before becoming law.
DELIVER Act of 2025
# DELIVER Act of 2025 Summary The DELIVER Act of 2025 (S 895) is a bill currently under review in the Senate that was introduced by Senator Angus King of Maine. Unfortunately, the specific details about what this bill would accomplish are not available in the information provided—the bill's subjects and provisions are not listed in the summary. To understand exactly what the act would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, you would need to review the full text of the bill on Congress.gov or the Senate's official website. **Current Status:** The bill is still in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. At this early stage, the bill is being reviewed by the relevant Senate committee(s) before it can move forward in the legislative process. If you'd like a detailed summary of what this bill specifically proposes, I'd recommend checking Congress.gov (congress.gov) or the Senate's website, where you can find the complete bill text and summaries prepared by the Congressional Research Service.
The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025
# The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would create a federal program to convert vacant or underutilized farmhouses and rural properties into affordable housing for workers. The legislation aims to address housing shortages in rural areas by providing funding and incentives to rehabilitate existing farm buildings rather than constructing new ones from scratch. This approach is intended to be more cost-effective and preserve rural character while creating affordable homes for essential workers in agricultural and rural communities. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit rural workers and low-to-moderate income families struggling to find affordable housing in farm country. It would also help property owners and developers interested in renovating rural structures for residential use. Landlords and tenants in rural areas could potentially benefit from increased housing options and the rehabilitation standards the program might establish. **Key Provisions:** The bill focuses on building construction standards and residential rehabilitation, with federal funding mechanisms for community development. It would address landlord-tenant relationships and home repair requirements to ensure converted properties meet livable housing standards. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the information provided), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in either chamber of Congress.
Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025
# Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would ban pharmaceutical companies from advertising new drugs directly to consumers (through TV, social media, websites, etc.) for the first three years after the FDA approves them. Currently, drug companies can advertise new medications to the public immediately after approval. The bill includes flexibility: the FDA could allow advertising during year three if it determines the ads would benefit public health, and could extend the ban beyond three years if a drug shows serious safety problems in real-world use. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects pharmaceutical companies, consumers, and patients. Drug manufacturers would have restrictions on marketing new medications. Patients and doctors would see fewer advertisements for newly approved drugs during the initial three-year period. The restrictions would apply to drugs approved starting one year before the bill becomes law. **Current Status** The bill (S 483) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Angus King (I-Maine) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. This is an early stage in the legislative process.