Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large]
Republican · MP · 14 bills sponsored
To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish and maintain a database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist the Department of Veterans Affairs in meeting its subcontracting goals, and for other purposes.
# HR 7795 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create and maintain a database of veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The database would help the VA track and connect with these businesses when awarding federal contracts and subcontracts, making it easier for the department to meet its goals of directing a certain percentage of contracting work to veteran entrepreneurs. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects veteran entrepreneurs and service-disabled veterans looking to grow their small businesses through federal contracts. It also impacts the VA, which would need to develop and manage this new database system. More broadly, it could benefit the veteran business community by improving visibility and access to federal procurement opportunities. **Current Status** HR 7795 was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds (Republican, Northern Mariana Islands) in the 119th Congress. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
TASA Act of 2025
# TASA Act of 2025 Summary I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a meaningful summary of this bill. The bill information you've provided contains only basic metadata—the title, sponsor, and status—but lacks the actual legislative text or description of what the bill would accomplish. Without access to the bill's provisions, I cannot accurately explain what it would do, who it affects, or its key details. **To get this information, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching "HR 6448" for the full text and summary - Checking the bill sponsor's official website for their statement on the legislation - Looking at recent news coverage if the bill has received media attention If you can provide the bill's actual text or a detailed summary of its provisions, I'd be happy to explain it in plain language.
Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act
# Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would expand the Small Business Administration's microloan program to include businesses in the Northern Mariana Islands (a U.S. commonwealth in the Pacific). The microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses and nonprofit childcare centers to help them start or grow their operations. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects small business owners and nonprofit childcare operators in the Northern Mariana Islands who currently don't have access to this federal lending program. It could also benefit the local economy of the territory by making it easier for entrepreneurs there to access capital. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is sponsored by Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds (R-MP-At Large). It now awaits action in the Senate to advance further in the legislative process.
U.S. Vets of the FAS Act
# U.S. Vets of the FAS Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The U.S. Vets of the FAS Act (HR 6652) is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. Based on its title, the bill appears to relate to veterans' benefits or services, though specific details about its provisions are not available in the information provided. To understand exactly what it would do if passed, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov. **Current Status:** This bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds, a Republican from the Northern Mariana Islands. It remains in committee, meaning it has not advanced to a full floor vote in either the House or Senate. Bills in committee may be debated, amended, or abandoned depending on legislative priorities. **Next Steps:** If you want to learn more about this bill's specific provisions and its chances of passing, you can visit Congress.gov and search for "HR 6652" to access the full text and track its progress through Congress.
Northern Mariana Islands Medicaid Advancement Act
# Northern Mariana Islands Medicaid Advancement Act (HR 6690) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would increase federal Medicaid funding for the Northern Mariana Islands by removing a spending cap that currently limits how much the territory can receive. Specifically, it would require the Northern Mariana Islands to receive the same Medicaid funding cap as American Samoa starting in fiscal year 2026. Medicaid is the federal health insurance program for low-income individuals and families. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects residents of the Northern Mariana Islands, a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean, by potentially expanding their access to Medicaid-funded healthcare services. It also impacts the federal budget and the territories' healthcare systems. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds, a Republican delegate representing the Northern Mariana Islands.
Territorial De Minimis Exemption Act
# Territorial De Minimis Exemption Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Territorial De Minimis Exemption Act would modify federal tax rules for U.S. territories (including Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and others). Specifically, it would expand "de minimis" exemptions—provisions that allow small amounts of certain activities or income to be excluded from specific tax or regulatory requirements. This would likely make it easier for businesses and individuals in these territories to operate under simplified tax or compliance rules for minor transactions or income sources. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects businesses, investors, and residents in U.S. territories, as well as companies doing business there. It could influence both local economic activity and how federal tax law applies to these jurisdictions. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5960 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds, the Republican delegate representing the Northern Mariana Islands. *Note: Limited public information is available about the specific provisions of this bill, so some details may require reviewing the official congressional text for complete accuracy.*
Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act
# Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa Criminal Justice Support Act (HR 5640) **What the Bill Does:** This bill would provide additional federal support and resources to strengthen the criminal justice systems in the Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills of this type typically address needs such as funding for courts, law enforcement training, prosecutors' offices, and related infrastructure in these U.S. territories. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts residents of the Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa, two U.S. territories in the Pacific. It would also affect local law enforcement and judicial officials who work in these territories' criminal justice systems. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5640 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds, a Republican delegate from the Northern Mariana Islands. No additional legislative action has occurred at this time.
TRAVEL Act of 2025
# TRAVEL Act of 2025 Summary **What the bill does:** The TRAVEL Act would allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to send doctors from its main healthcare system to work temporarily in U.S. territories—including Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands—for up to one year at a time. These traveling physicians would provide medical care to veterans in these areas. To encourage doctors to take these assignments, the VA would offer them special bonuses for relocating or staying in these positions. The bill also requires these traveling doctors to work with local non-VA doctors when needed to make sure veterans receive quality, coordinated care. **Who it affects:** The primary beneficiaries are veterans living in U.S. territories who may have limited access to VA healthcare services. VA physicians would be the ones recruited for these assignments, and the bill would increase their compensation through relocation or retention bonuses. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is moving through the legislative process.
UNITY Act
# UNITY Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 4408 (the UNITY Act) from the 119th Congress, so I cannot provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would actually do, who it affects, or its key provisions. The information provided shows only basic metadata (sponsor, status, and committee assignment) but not the bill's substantive content. **To get accurate information, I'd recommend:** - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for "HR 4408" to read the full text - Checking the bill summary and status there - Reading the sponsor's official statements about the bill's purpose If you can share the bill's text or a link to it, I'd be happy to provide a clear, non-partisan summary for a general audience.
CNMI Ferry Act
# CNMI Ferry Act (HR 4039) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The CNMI Ferry Act would provide support for ferry service in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't listed in the available information, ferry legislation typically addresses funding, operational requirements, or infrastructure improvements for water transportation between islands. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect residents and businesses in the Northern Mariana Islands, which rely on inter-island ferry service for transportation, commerce, and economic activity. It could also impact tourists visiting the territory. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds (the non-voting representative from the Northern Mariana Islands) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Additional information about specific provisions would be available once the bill's full text is reviewed. --- *Note: More detailed analysis would require access to the bill's full legislative text, which isn't provided in this summary.*
HOME Act of 2025
# HOME Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The HOME Act of 2025 (HR 3720) is currently under consideration in Congress, though specific details about its provisions are not publicly available in standard legislative databases. Without access to the bill's full text, it's difficult to provide comprehensive information about what it would accomplish or which populations it would affect. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds (R-MP) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a floor vote. Bills typically spend weeks or months in committee while members review, debate, and propose amendments. **Next Steps** For a complete, accurate summary of this bill's specific provisions and impact, you can access the full text through Congress.gov, which provides detailed legislative information, sponsor statements, and any amendments that have been proposed.
Medicaid Improvement for Insular Areas Act of 2025
# Medicaid Improvement for Insular Areas Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would remove federal spending caps on Medicaid in U.S. territories (Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands). Currently, these territories receive limited federal Medicaid funding compared to the 50 states. If passed, territories would no longer face these funding restrictions beginning in fiscal year 2025, potentially allowing them to expand healthcare coverage for low-income residents. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects residents of U.S. territories and their healthcare systems. These territories have higher poverty rates and lower tax bases than mainland states, making federal Medicaid support especially important for providing medical care to vulnerable populations. The bill could also affect federal budgets if it increases overall Medicaid spending. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds from the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Marianas Air Service Improvement Act
# Marianas Air Service Improvement Act (HR 2132) Summary This bill, introduced by Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds of the Northern Mariana Islands, aims to improve airline service to and within the Mariana Islands. While specific details about the bill's exact provisions are limited in the publicly available information, the legislation is intended to address air transportation challenges in this U.S. territory in the western Pacific Ocean. The bill would likely affect residents, businesses, and tourists who depend on air travel to and from the islands, as well as the airlines operating in the region. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. To better understand the specific provisions—such as whether it provides subsidies, removes regulatory barriers, improves infrastructure, or establishes new routes—you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, which contains the detailed legislative language and any amendments proposed during the committee process.
Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act
# Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act (HR 1797) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Employment Services and Jobs Parity Act would extend federal employment services and job training programs to American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands on equal terms with the rest of the United States. Currently, these U.S. territories receive different or limited access to federal workforce development resources compared to the 50 states. If passed, the bill would ensure these island territories can participate in the same employment assistance and training initiatives available elsewhere in the country. **Who It Affects** This legislation primarily affects residents of American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands who are seeking employment or job training. It would also impact local government agencies in these territories that administer workforce programs. Indirectly, it could benefit employers in these regions by improving access to trained workers. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds (R-MP) 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.