Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Democrat · NY · 19 bills sponsored
Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act of 2025
# Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would expand Veterans Affairs (VA) loan eligibility to include cooperative housing (co-ops), where residents own shares in a housing corporation rather than purchasing individual properties outright. Currently, VA loans primarily support traditional home purchases and condominiums. The bill aims to remove regulatory barriers that prevent veterans from using their VA loan benefits to buy into co-op buildings, potentially expanding affordable housing options for veterans in urban areas where co-ops are common. **Who It Affects:** The legislation directly benefits veterans who want to purchase co-op housing and would likely impact the VA's lending operations and policies. It could also affect co-op housing organizations and the communities where co-ops are prevalent, particularly in cities like New York where this housing type is more common. **Key Provisions:** While specific details aren't provided in the available information, the bill's subject matter suggests it would involve administrative and regulatory changes to VA lending rules, potentially including updated marketing and fee structures to accommodate co-op purchases through VA loan guarantee programs. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process.
Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026
# Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish standardized rules and procedures for federal law enforcement agencies (like the FBI, DEA, and other federal police forces) to follow. Rather than each agency operating under its own separate guidelines, the bill aims to create uniform standards that would apply government-wide. The specific details of what standards would be included aren't publicly available yet, but such bills typically address training requirements, use-of-force policies, accountability measures, or investigative procedures. **Who It Affects:** The bill would directly impact federal law enforcement agencies and their officers. It would also affect anyone who interacts with federal law enforcement—potentially improving consistency in how people are treated across different federal agencies and jurisdictions. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it's still in the early stages of the legislative process. It has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For more detailed information about the specific provisions, you would need to check Congress.gov or the sponsor's office, as the full text and details are not provided in this summary.
To improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 7223 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7223 aims to make it easier for people who don't speak English fluently to access federal government services. The bill would require federal agencies to improve how they provide language assistance—such as interpreters and translated documents—to help non-English speakers navigate programs and services they're entitled to receive. **Who It Affects** This bill would impact millions of Americans and immigrants with limited English proficiency who interact with federal agencies, as well as the agencies themselves, which would need to comply with new language access requirements. It could affect services ranging from Social Security and Medicare to immigration proceedings and veterans' benefits. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No specific provisions are listed in the available information, so the exact requirements and funding mechanisms aren't detailed here. The bill was sponsored by Representative Grace Meng, a Democrat from New York.
Honoring Family-Friendly Workplaces Act
# Honoring Family-Friendly Workplaces Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Honoring Family-Friendly Workplaces Act (HR 6880) would establish a federal recognition program to honor employers who demonstrate commitment to family-friendly workplace policies. While the bill's specific details are limited in available records, the title and name suggest it would create some form of certification, award, or designation system for companies that implement policies supporting working families—such as flexible scheduling, parental leave, childcare support, or other work-life balance initiatives. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect employers and their workers. Companies could voluntarily participate in the recognition program to earn an official designation recognizing their family-friendly practices. This could benefit employees seeking jobs at supportive workplaces and give participating employers a competitive advantage in recruiting and retaining talent. **Current Status:** HR 6880 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full congressional vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY). At this stage, the bill remains under review and would require committee approval and further congressional action to move forward.
Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act
# Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act (HR 6212) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to encourage donations of menstrual products (like pads and tampons) by protecting donors from legal liability. Specifically, it would allow individuals and organizations to donate menstrual products without fear of being sued if the products cause harm, similar to existing "Good Samaritan" laws that protect people who provide emergency aid or donate food. The bill also clarifies that menstrual products meet federal food and drug safety standards, making it easier for donors to feel confident about donating them. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily benefits nonprofits, schools, food banks, and individuals who want to donate menstrual products to people in need. It also affects people experiencing period poverty—those who struggle to afford menstrual products—by removing barriers to product donation and distribution. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6212 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 Grace Meng (D-NY).
Pray Safe Act of 2025
# Pray Safe Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Pray Safe Act of 2025 is a proposed law that would address safety concerns related to religious gatherings and places of worship. While specific details aren't available in the provided information, bills with this title typically aim to improve security measures, funding, or protections for religious institutions and congregations during prayer services and other religious activities. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect religious organizations, houses of worship (churches, synagogues, mosques, temples, etc.), and the communities that use these spaces. It may also impact local law enforcement agencies and security personnel involved in protecting these facilities. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) 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. At this stage, it remains under review and discussion. *Note: The specific provisions and details of this bill are not available in the summary provided. For complete information about what the bill contains, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov or similar legislative tracking resources.*
Quiet Communities Act of 2025
# Quiet Communities Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Quiet Communities Act of 2025 aims to reduce noise pollution in American communities. While specific details aren't available in the bill summary provided, legislation with this title typically focuses on establishing or strengthening noise standards and regulations for various sources—such as aircraft, vehicles, construction equipment, or industrial operations. The bill would likely set guidelines for acceptable noise levels and enforcement mechanisms to protect residents' quality of life and health. **Who It Affects** This bill would potentially impact multiple groups: residents in noisy areas (airports, highways, industrial zones), transportation and construction industries that would need to comply with new standards, local governments responsible for enforcing noise regulations, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or other federal agencies that would oversee implementation. **Current Status** The bill (HR 5151) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and has not yet moved forward for a full House vote. Many bills at this stage do not advance further, though the committee process allows for amendments and debate before any floor vote occurs.
Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act
# Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act would prohibit the use of certain artificial food dyes in products sold in the United States. If passed, manufacturers would no longer be allowed to use these specific synthetic colorings in foods and beverages. The bill is based on the premise that some artificial dyes may pose health risks to consumers, particularly children. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact food and beverage manufacturers, who would need to reformulate products to use alternative colorings. Consumers—especially parents of children—could be affected by changes to product availability and potentially higher prices if reformulation increases production costs. The bill targets the general public as potential beneficiaries of reduced exposure to the dyes in question. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5027 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the appropriate congressional committee for review and discussion but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) in the 119th Congress.
Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act
# Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would ban or restrict certain artificial food dyes in the United States that are currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The specific dyes targeted are those that some research suggests may be linked to behavioral issues in children or other health concerns. The bill would require food manufacturers to reformulate products that contain these dyes and use alternative colorings instead. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact food manufacturers and consumers, especially families with children. Food companies would need to change their recipes and find substitute colorings for products like candies, cereals, drinks, and other colored foods. Consumers might see changes in product appearance, taste, or availability. The FDA would also need to implement and oversee the new regulations. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), 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, and the bill may be revised, debated, or set aside depending on committee actions and priorities.
United States-Greece Security Cooperation Reporting Act
# United States-Greece Security Cooperation Reporting Act (HR 4343) ## What the Bill Would Do This bill would require the U.S. State Department and Department of Defense to submit regular reports to Congress detailing the status and activities of security cooperation between the United States and Greece. If passed, these reports would provide lawmakers with comprehensive information about military assistance, defense agreements, joint exercises, and other security-related activities between the two countries. ## Who It Affects and Key Details The bill primarily affects U.S. government agencies and Congress, rather than the general public directly. It would increase transparency and oversight of the U.S.-Greece military relationship by requiring detailed documentation of defense partnerships. This type of reporting legislation is common and allows Congress to monitor international security commitments and military aid programs. ## Current Status As of now, HR 4343 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) and has not advanced further in the legislative process. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass committee review, full House approval, Senate approval, and presidential signature.
ICE Badge Visibility Act of 2025
# ICE Badge Visibility Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The ICE Badge Visibility Act of 2025 would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to visibly display their badges during enforcement operations. While the specific details aren't provided in the bill information available, the title suggests the legislation aims to ensure ICE officers clearly identify themselves when conducting immigration-related activities. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect ICE agents and the communities where they operate. It could impact immigration enforcement procedures and potentially affect immigrants and others who encounter ICE during enforcement actions. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 4298) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced beyond the initial committee stage at this time. --- *Note: Complete legislative details and specific provisions are limited in the available information. For full text and detailed analysis, you can search the bill on Congress.gov.*
Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025
# Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025 - Summary ## What the Bill Would Do The Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025 aims to improve access to menstrual products for people who need them. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the information available, menstrual equity bills typically focus on making period products (such as pads and tampons) more accessible and affordable, often by reducing or eliminating taxes on these products and/or ensuring they're available in public institutions like schools and prisons. ## Who It Affects This legislation would primarily affect menstruating individuals who face financial barriers to accessing menstrual products, including students in schools, incarcerated individuals, and people with lower incomes. It could also affect retailers and manufacturers who sell these products, depending on the bill's tax and pricing provisions. ## Current Status As of now, the bill is 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 Grace Meng (D-NY). To learn the specific details about what provisions it contains, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Teaching Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Act
# Teaching Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Act (HR 3551) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish federal grants and support programs to encourage schools to teach about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and contributions. If passed, it would provide funding and resources to help educators develop curriculum materials, professional development programs, and educational initiatives focused on these communities' historical experiences and achievements in the United States. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit students, teachers, and schools across the country by increasing access to educational resources about these historically underrepresented groups. Schools and educational organizations could apply for grants to implement these programs. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY-6).
RESTORE Act
# RESTORE Act Summary I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the key information needed to explain it—the bill's subjects and specific provisions—isn't included in the data you've provided. The bill is currently in committee stage, meaning it's still being reviewed and hasn't advanced to a broader vote. **What I can tell you:** HR 3192, sponsored by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY), is called the "RESTORE Act" and is in its early stages in the House. To give you an accurate plain-language explanation of what it would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the bill's text or more detailed information about its subject matter. **Next steps:** You can find the complete bill text and details on Congress.gov by searching "HR 3192" or "RESTORE Act," where you'll see the full title, summary of provisions, and updates on its status.
Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025
# Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would require the government to fully replace SNAP benefits (food assistance) that are stolen from recipients through card skimming, card cloning, or similar fraud. Currently, states can only replace stolen benefits up to a limit of two months' worth of assistance. This bill would remove that cap and guarantee full replacement of all stolen amounts, permanently. **Who it affects:** Low-income households receiving SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps) would be the primary beneficiaries. The bill would also affect state agencies that administer SNAP programs, which would be responsible for processing replacement claims using federal funding from the Department of Agriculture. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee (HR 3117, sponsored by Rep. Grace Meng of New York). It has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Locality-based Social Security Benefits Act of 2025
# Locality-based Social Security Benefits Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would adjust Social Security benefits based on the cost of living in different geographic areas. Rather than providing the same benefit amount to all retirees nationwide, the legislation would create a system where benefits are higher in expensive regions (like major cities) and lower in affordable areas. The goal would be to help Social Security benefits go further by accounting for regional differences in housing, healthcare, and other living expenses. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact current and future Social Security recipients across the United States. Retirees in high-cost areas like New York City, San Francisco, and other major metropolitan regions could see increased benefits, while those in lower-cost rural or suburban areas might receive less. It could also affect the overall Social Security trust fund depending on how benefits are redistributed. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No further action has been taken at this time.
Hot Foods Act of 2025
# Hot Foods Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Hot Foods Act of 2025 would change the rules for SNAP (commonly known as food stamps) to allow recipients to buy hot foods and ready-to-eat meals. Currently, SNAP benefits can only be used to purchase cold groceries like fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products—not hot foods from delis, restaurants, or food bars. If passed, this bill would expand what people can buy with their SNAP benefits to include items like hot rotisserie chickens, prepared meals, or hot foods from supermarket counters. **Who It Affects** This bill directly impacts the roughly 42 million Americans who receive SNAP benefits, many of whom are low-income families, elderly people, and individuals with disabilities. It could also affect grocery stores, supermarkets, and food vendors that prepare hot foods. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't been debated or voted on by the full House yet. No action has been taken since its introduction.
Lunar New Year Day Act
# Lunar New Year Day Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Lunar New Year Day Act would officially designate Lunar New Year as a federal holiday in the United States. If passed, this would make Lunar New Year a day off for federal employees and could affect federal operations, similar to existing holidays like Thanksgiving or Independence Day. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect federal employees, who would gain an additional paid day off. It would also have broader cultural significance for the millions of Americans—particularly those of Asian descent—who celebrate Lunar New Year as an important cultural and family holiday. Federal contractors and institutions that follow federal holiday schedules could also be impacted. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Representative Grace Meng (D-NY), the bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
# Summary of HJRES 16: Lowering the Voting Age to 16 **What the Bill Would Do** This proposed constitutional amendment would lower the minimum voting age in the United States from 18 to 16. If passed by Congress and ratified by the required number of states, it would allow 16-year-olds to vote in all federal, state, and local elections. Since voting age is set by the Constitution, changing it requires a constitutional amendment—a high bar that needs two-thirds approval from both the House and Senate, plus ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The amendment would directly affect Americans aged 16 and 17, potentially expanding the voting population. It would also impact election administration and voter registration systems nationwide. Currently, the bill is in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Supporters argue that 16-year-olds can work and pay taxes, while opponents typically contend that 18 remains an appropriate age for voting. Similar proposals have been introduced in previous congressional sessions but have not advanced to become law.