McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Republican · KY · 6 bills sponsored
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026
# Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026 - Summary **What This Bill Does:** This bill would provide federal funding for the Department of Defense during fiscal year 2026. It covers the day-to-day costs of running the military, including soldier salaries, equipment maintenance, weapons purchases, and military research and development. The bill also funds related programs like military healthcare, intelligence agencies' retirement systems, and counter-drug operations. (Note: This bill does not cover military construction, housing, or nuclear weapons—those are handled separately.) **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts active-duty military personnel, military families, defense contractors, and federal employees in defense-related roles. Indirectly, it affects all taxpayers, since defense spending comes from federal revenue. Americans relying on military services and those living near military bases would also be affected by the funding levels. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and is currently in committee review. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill's specific funding amounts are not yet finalized.
Mammoth Cave National Park Boundary Adjustment Act of 2025
# Mammoth Cave National Park Boundary Adjustment Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** This bill would adjust the official boundaries of Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. While the specific details of the boundary changes aren't provided in the summary, boundary adjustment bills typically allow the National Park Service to acquire additional land adjacent to the park or modify its borders. This could involve adding new areas to protect, removing certain parcels, or clarifying existing boundary lines. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect landowners near Mammoth Cave National Park, visitors to the park, and the surrounding Kentucky communities. Depending on the specific adjustments, some private property owners might see their land added to park boundaries, which could affect land use, property taxes, and access rights. The National Park Service and local tourism could also be impacted by any changes to the park's size or features. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S. 1674) is in committee and has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) in the 119th Congress. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass committee review, be approved by the Senate, pass the House of Representatives, and be signed by the President.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income capital gains from the sale of certain farmland property which are reinvested in individual retirement plans.
# Summary of S. 930 - Farmland Capital Gains Tax Exclusion **What the Bill Does:** This bill would allow farmers and farmland sellers to avoid paying federal capital gains taxes on the sale of farmland if they reinvest the proceeds into an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) within 60 days. Normally, when someone sells property for a profit, that profit is taxed as a capital gain. This bill creates an exception for farmland sales under specific conditions. **Who It Affects and Key Conditions:** The benefit applies when farmland is sold to someone actively engaged in farming, and the seller puts the sale proceeds into an IRA. However, there are important safeguards: the buyer must sign a written agreement committing to keep the property used for farming for at least 10 years, or face a federal tax penalty. The bill defines qualifying farmland as U.S. real property used primarily for farming purposes for at least the preceding 10 years. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review (S. 930, introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky). It has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. Like all bills at this stage, it would need committee approval and passage through both chambers of Congress to become law.
Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025
# Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 — Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would change how the head of the federal prison system is selected and how long they can serve. Currently, the Attorney General appoints the Bureau of Prisons Director. Under this bill, the President would appoint the director instead, and the Senate would have to confirm the choice. The bill would also cap the director's service at one 10-year term, preventing them from serving indefinitely. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects the federal prison system's leadership structure and, indirectly, the roughly 150,000 people incarcerated in federal facilities. It also affects the President, Senate, and Attorney General by shifting appointment authority. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the Senate. It was introduced by Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) in the 119th Congress.
CAREER Act of 2025
# CAREER Act of 2025 Summary The CAREER Act of 2025 (S 500) is a Senate bill currently under committee review that aims to address employment and training programs, with particular focus on individuals affected by substance use issues and related challenges. Based on its subject areas, the bill appears to target workforce development and support services for people dealing with drug and alcohol use, while also addressing housing and community development funding. The legislation would likely create or modify federal programs designed to help these individuals gain employment skills and stable housing. The bill would primarily affect job seekers and workers struggling with substance use disorders, as well as communities receiving housing and community development resources. It could also impact employers participating in any new training or employment programs established by the legislation. However, without access to the full bill text, specific provisions—such as funding amounts, program requirements, or eligibility criteria—cannot be detailed here. **Current Status:** S 500 is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) in the 119th Congress. *Note: For complete details on specific provisions and requirements, review the full bill text through Congress.gov.*
White Oak Resiliency Act of 2025
# White Oak Resiliency Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The White Oak Resiliency Act of 2025 appears to focus on protecting and managing white oak trees, though specific legislative details are not available in the information provided. Based on the title, the bill likely aims to address challenges facing white oak populations—which have declined in recent years due to factors like disease, pests, and environmental stress—and would probably include provisions for forest management, research, or conservation efforts. **Who It Affects:** The bill would likely impact forest landowners, environmental organizations, timber industries, and communities that depend on forests. State and federal forest management agencies would probably be involved in implementation. **Current Status:** S 476 is currently in committee (119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a floor vote. This is an early stage in the legislative process where the bill is under review by the relevant Senate committee before any further action can occur. --- *Note: Complete legislative text for this bill was not available to provide more detailed provisions. For full details on specific measures proposed, you can review the bill on Congress.gov or contact the bill's sponsor's office.*