Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1]
Democrat · OH · 17 bills sponsored
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for a primary residence.
# Summary of HR 7768: Rental Housing Deduction Bill **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7768 would allow renters to deduct a portion of their rent payments from their federal income taxes. Currently, homeowners who have mortgages can deduct their mortgage interest, but renters get no comparable tax benefit. This bill would create a new tax deduction specifically for people who rent their primary residence, potentially reducing their taxable income and the taxes they owe. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily benefit renters—currently about one-third of American households. It could make renting more financially attractive compared to homeownership by providing a tax advantage. The bill could affect federal tax revenue if it results in lower tax payments from eligible renters. **Current Status** HR 7768 was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) in the 119th Congress. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process with no specific details publicly available about the deduction amount or eligibility requirements.
NOPAIN for Veterans Act
# NOPAIN for Veterans Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The NOPAIN for Veterans Act is a proposed bill currently under consideration in Congress that aims to improve pain management and treatment options for military veterans. While specific legislative details aren't available in the provided information, bills with this focus typically expand access to pain relief treatments, increase funding for pain management programs, or modify policies regarding which medications and therapies veterans can access through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact military veterans and the VA healthcare system. It could also affect VA healthcare providers and potentially influence pharmaceutical or treatment options available within the VA's medical programs. **Current Status:** As of the information provided, HR 4509 remains "In Committee," meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Greg Landsman, a Democrat from Ohio. For the most current status and detailed provisions, interested parties would need to check Congress.gov or official congressional resources, as the specific requirements and scope of this bill were not included in the available summary.
ACCESS Through OTC Innovation Act
# ACCESS Through OTC Innovation Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The ACCESS Through OTC Innovation Act would expand access to over-the-counter (OTC) medications by allowing more drugs to be sold without a prescription. The bill aims to make certain medications more readily available to consumers while potentially reducing healthcare costs and the burden on doctor's offices and pharmacies. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact consumers seeking medications, pharmacies, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical companies. Patients could potentially access certain treatments more quickly and conveniently, while pharmacies might experience changes in their operations and revenues. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) in the 119th Congress. Further details about specific medications affected and exact provisions are not available from the information provided, so anyone interested in this bill's specifics would need to review the full legislative text.
Campus Housing Affordability Act
# Campus Housing Affordability Act (HR 6753) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would address the rising cost of housing for college students by creating new federal programs and incentives to make campus housing more affordable. While the specific details aren't provided in the basic information available, bills with this title typically aim to help colleges reduce housing costs through grants, low-interest loans for construction of affordable dormitories, or other financial mechanisms. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit college students struggling with housing costs, as well as colleges and universities that manage student housing. It could also affect federal taxpayers, since it would likely require government funding. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been referred to a House committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is an early stage in the legislative process, and the bill may be debated, modified, or may not advance further. --- *Note: For complete details on specific provisions, you can search the bill number (HR 6753) on Congress.gov.*
Protecting Families from AI Data Center Energy Costs Act
# Protecting Families from AI Data Center Energy Costs Act (HR 6529) ## What the Bill Would Do This bill aims to protect households from rising electricity costs caused by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers. Data centers—massive facilities that power AI systems and cloud computing—consume enormous amounts of electricity. The bill would presumably establish regulations or cost-sharing mechanisms to prevent AI companies from pushing their energy expenses onto regular consumers through higher utility bills. ## Who It Affects The bill would primarily impact families and residential electricity users who could face rate increases as utilities struggle to meet surging energy demands from AI infrastructure. It would also affect AI companies and tech firms operating data centers, which might face new requirements or limitations on how they use energy resources. ## Current Status HR 6529 is currently 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 Greg Landsman (D-OH). At this stage, specific provisions and implementation details have not been publicly detailed, and the bill has not advanced to floor debate.
Ban AI Denials in Medicare Act
# Ban AI Denials in Medicare Act (HR 6361) – Summary **What It Would Do** This bill would restrict Medicare from using artificial intelligence (AI) systems to automatically deny or reduce coverage for medical treatments and services. If passed, any AI-based decision to deny a Medicare claim would require human review and approval before taking effect. The bill aims to ensure that decisions affecting seniors' healthcare coverage involve actual doctors or trained human reviewers rather than being made solely by automated AI systems. **Who It Affects** The legislation directly impacts Medicare beneficiaries (primarily Americans age 65+) who could be denied coverage for medical services. It also affects healthcare providers, hospitals, and insurers that process Medicare claims, as they would face new requirements around how they use AI in coverage decisions. **Key Provisions & Current Status** The bill requires human oversight of AI denial decisions but doesn't prohibit Medicare from using AI entirely—it can still be used to flag claims for review. The legislation is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet. No specific effective date or implementation timeline is included in the available information.
Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act
# Summary of HR 6147: Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would create a new option allowing certain first responders to buy into Medicare earlier than the standard eligibility age of 65. Specifically, it would let first responders aged 50-64 who are retired or disabled enroll in Medicare. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (the federal agency that runs Medicare) would handle enrollment periods and set the premiums that participants would pay. The bill also includes funding for states and nonprofit organizations to conduct outreach and help eligible first responders sign up for this option. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill primarily affects retired first responders (such as firefighters, police officers, and paramedics) and those forced to leave service due to disability who currently lack affordable health insurance options. Rather than waiting until age 65 for regular Medicare eligibility, they could access Medicare coverage earlier at a set premium. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by Congress. It was sponsored by Representative Greg Landsman, a Democrat from Ohio.
To authorize the Department of Justice and the Department of State to provide law enforcement and intelligence technical assistance, training, capacity building, and advisory support to the Government of Ukraine to achieve the exchange of prisoners of war, the release of civilian detainees, and the return of forcibly transferred Ukrainian children, and for other purposes.
# HR 5962 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would authorize the U.S. Department of Justice and State Department to provide technical assistance, training, and advisory support to Ukraine's government. The specific goals are to help Ukraine negotiate and achieve the exchange of prisoners of war, release of civilian detainees held by Russia, and the return of Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred out of the country. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Ukraine and Ukrainian citizens, particularly prisoners of war, detained civilians, and children displaced during Russia's invasion. It would also involve U.S. federal agencies in providing expertise and resources to support these humanitarian and diplomatic objectives. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken at this time.
Enhancing COPS Hiring Program Grants for Local Law Enforcement Act
# Enhancing COPS Hiring Program Grants for Local Law Enforcement Act (HR 5403) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to increase federal grant funding available through the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) Hiring Program, which helps local police departments hire additional officers. The legislation would enhance or expand these grants to make more money available to local law enforcement agencies across the country for recruitment and hiring purposes. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit local police departments and law enforcement agencies looking to expand their workforce. It could indirectly affect communities by potentially increasing local police presence, and would involve federal funding allocations. Taxpayers would also be affected as it involves federal spending. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5403 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Rep. Greg Landsman (D-OH) and would need to advance through the committee review process before it could be considered for a vote.
Protect Our Hospitals Act
# Protect Our Hospitals Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Protect Our Hospitals Act (HR 4807) is a proposed federal law currently under review in Congress. Based on its title and sponsorship, the bill appears designed to strengthen protections for hospitals, though specific details about its exact provisions aren't available in the information provided. To understand the specific measures it would implement—whether addressing financial sustainability, staffing requirements, emergency services, or other hospital operations—you would need to review the full bill text. **Who It Affects:** If passed, this legislation would primarily impact hospitals across the country and, by extension, the patients who receive care at those facilities. Healthcare workers, hospital administrators, and potentially insurance companies could also be affected depending on the bill's specific requirements. **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 of Representatives. It would need to pass through committee review, a House floor vote, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law. For the most current information about this bill's specific provisions and legislative progress, you can visit Congress.gov.
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
# Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act – Summary **What It Does** This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), a federal agency, to study and report on the cybersecurity of mobile phone networks in the United States. The report must examine how vulnerable these networks and mobile devices are to cyberattacks and surveillance by foreign adversaries or other bad actors. Essentially, it asks the government to investigate the current state of mobile network security and identify weaknesses. **Key Details and Who It Affects** The report must assess whether mobile service providers (like major phone companies) have fixed known security problems, whether they're following cybersecurity best practices, and how well encryption and security codes are protecting user data. This affects telecommunications companies and potentially millions of Americans who use mobile phones. The findings could influence future regulations or industry standards for protecting consumer privacy and national security. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is moving through the legislative process. It is non-partisan, sponsored by a Democratic representative from Ohio, and focuses on gathering information rather than immediately imposing new regulations.
Campus Housing Affordability for Foster Youth Act
# Campus Housing Affordability for Foster Youth Act (HR 3977) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to make college housing more affordable for young people who have experienced foster care. Specifically, it would require colleges and universities that receive federal funding to offer reduced or free housing to students who aged out of the foster care system. The bill recognizes that foster youth often lack family financial support when attending college and face unique housing challenges compared to other students. **Who It Affects** The bill would directly benefit current and former foster youth pursuing higher education. It would also impact colleges and universities, which would need to adjust their housing policies and potentially allocate resources to provide these accommodations. Institutions receiving federal funding would be required to comply with these new housing provisions. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3977 is 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 Greg Landsman, a Democrat from Ohio. Before it can become law, it would need to advance through committee, pass a House vote, move through the Senate, and receive the President's signature.
What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act
# What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act (HR 2942) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct research on suicide prevention programs to identify which approaches are most effective at reducing suicide rates among veterans. The legislation would require the VA to evaluate existing suicide prevention initiatives, determine what works best, and use those findings to improve and expand successful programs across the VA healthcare system. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects veterans and the VA healthcare system. Veterans would potentially benefit from improved, evidence-based suicide prevention services. The VA would be required to allocate resources to conduct the research and implement findings. The bill also indirectly affects military families and communities that support veterans. **Key Provisions and Current Status** The bill focuses on creating a more systematic, research-driven approach to veteran suicide prevention rather than launching entirely new programs. As of now, HR 2942 is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) during the 119th Congress.
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025
# Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This bill directs SelectUSA, a Department of Commerce program, to gather input from state economic development organizations about how the federal government can attract foreign companies to invest in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing. SelectUSA would then report back to Congress with recommendations on strategies to bring more semiconductor production to America and strengthen the country's supply chain for these critical computer chips. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects state governments, the Department of Commerce, and semiconductor manufacturers. It could indirectly benefit American workers and consumers by potentially increasing domestic semiconductor production and reducing dependence on foreign sources for these essential components used in everything from computers to automobiles. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It now moves to the Senate for consideration. The bill is focused on information-gathering and strategy development rather than directly funding or mandating specific actions, making it a relatively modest legislative step aimed at improving coordination between federal and state efforts to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025
# Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025 would improve nutrition standards and support for meals served in child care facilities across the United States. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the basic information available, bills with this title typically aim to strengthen federal nutrition requirements for breakfasts, lunches, and snacks provided to children in licensed child care settings. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact young children enrolled in child care centers and family child care homes, child care providers and facility operators, and families who rely on child care services. It could also affect state child care licensing agencies responsible for enforcing nutrition standards. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 2859) is currently in committee in the House of Representatives, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. It was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-OH). To become law, it would need to pass through committee review, receive a House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President. *Note: Detailed provisions are not available in the basic bill information. For complete details on specific nutrition standards or funding mechanisms proposed, you would need to review the full bill text.*
Making Insulin Affordable for All Children Act
# Making Insulin Affordable for All Children Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to reduce the cost of insulin for children by capping out-of-pocket expenses at $35 per month for young people under age 21. The measure would apply to insulin purchased through most health insurance plans. By limiting what families pay directly for insulin, the legislation seeks to ensure that cost is not a barrier to children receiving this life-saving medication for diabetes. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit children and teenagers with diabetes (both Type 1 and Type 2) whose families struggle with insulin affordability. It would also affect health insurance companies and pharmaceutical manufacturers, as it would limit their ability to charge higher out-of-pocket costs for this medication. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 2636 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) in the 119th Congress. For the bill to become law, it would need to advance through committee review, pass both the House and Senate, and receive the President's signature.
Saving Seniors Money on Prescriptions Act
# Summary: Saving Seniors Money on Prescriptions Act **What the bill does:** This bill would require pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs)—companies that manage prescription drug benefits for Medicare plans—to provide detailed financial information about the drugs they dispense and the costs involved. PBMs would have to report data on specific medications, pricing, claims, and affiliated pharmacies to the Medicare plans that hire them. The bill also allows these plans to audit PBMs for compliance and requires the Government Accountability Office to study how health plans and PBMs currently report information. **Who it affects:** Primarily Medicare beneficiaries (seniors on Medicare), as well as the PBMs that manage their prescription drug coverage and the Medicare plans that contract with these PBMs. The increased transparency requirements would also create new compliance responsibilities for the pharmacy industry. **Key provisions:** PBMs must disclose detailed cost information and explain how they calculate performance metrics; they face civil penalties for non-compliance. Medicare plans gain auditing authority to verify PBMs are following the rules. A government study will examine federal and state reporting standards for health plans and PBMs. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.