Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]
Democrat · MA · 14 bills sponsored
Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act
# Captain Accursio "Gus" Sanfilippo Young Fishermen's Development Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill extends federal funding for the Young Fishermen's Development Grant Program through 2031. The program provides grants to organizations that offer training, education, and technical assistance to young people entering the fishing industry. These grants support local and regional initiatives that help new fishermen develop skills and learn about sustainable fishing practices. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily benefits young people interested in commercial fishing careers and the organizations that train them—including fishing associations, community colleges, and nonprofits. It also indirectly supports coastal fishing communities that rely on bringing new workers into the industry. **Current Status** The House of Representatives has already passed this bill. It now moves to the Senate for consideration. If approved there and signed by the President, the program's funding would continue through fiscal year 2031, ensuring ongoing support for fishery workforce development programs.
Defend Elections from Trump Act
# Summary: Defend Elections from Trump Act (HR 7626) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, introduced by Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA), is currently in committee and has not been publicly detailed in available sources. Based on its title, the bill appears intended to address election security or integrity concerns, though specific provisions are not documented in standard legislative databases. Without access to the bill's actual text or summary, I cannot accurately describe its concrete mechanisms or requirements. **Who It Would Affect:** The bill's impact would depend on its specific provisions. Election-related legislation typically affects election administrators, voters, candidates, political parties, and election officials at federal, state, and local levels. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee as of the 119th Congress, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. To learn the bill's actual provisions, you would need to consult Congress.gov or request the legislative text directly, as the specific details are not available through standard summaries.
Healthcare Reinvestment Act
# Healthcare Reinvestment Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Healthcare Reinvestment Act (HR 7071) would redirect federal funding to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and services, though specific details about which programs would receive increased funding are not publicly available in this summary. The bill is sponsored by Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** While the exact provisions aren't detailed here, "reinvestment" bills typically affect patients seeking care, healthcare providers, hospitals, and taxpayers. Anyone with health insurance or relying on government-funded healthcare programs could potentially be impacted depending on which areas receive additional resources. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review, which is an early stage in the legislative process. To understand the specific details of what would be funded and how, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, as the summary provided doesn't include those specifics.
FAIR Justice Act
# FAIR Justice Act (HR 7072) Summary I appreciate your request, but I need to be transparent: the bill information provided doesn't include enough details for me to give you an accurate summary. You've shared the bill's basic metadata (sponsor, status, and committee assignment), but not the actual legislative text or its provisions. To provide you with a factual, non-partisan summary covering what the bill would do, who it affects, and key provisions, I would need access to: - The bill's text or a detailed description of its contents - Its stated purposes and objectives - Specific policy provisions it includes **What I can tell you:** This is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) currently under review in committee. If you can share the bill's text or a summary of its contents, I'd be happy to explain it in plain language for a general audience.
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Venezuela, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 6915 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 6915 would prevent the federal government from spending money on military operations against Venezuela. Essentially, it would block the U.S. military from taking combat action in or against that country without Congress first passing separate legislation to authorize it. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) and currently sits in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would affect the executive branch (particularly the Department of Defense), Congress, and U.S.-Venezuela relations. It reflects concerns that military action might occur without proper congressional approval. Since the bill is "in committee," it's still in an early stage of the legislative process and would need committee approval, then a House vote, Senate passage, and presidential signature to become law. There's no indication of when or if it will advance further.
NOEM Act
# NOEM Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 6493 (the NOEM Act) in my training data, so I cannot provide an accurate summary of what this bill would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. To get reliable information about this bill, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search for "HR 6493" to see the full text, summary, and current status - **Your representative's website**: They often provide constituent-friendly explanations of bills they sponsor - **Ballotpedia or Vote411.org**: These sites offer plain-language summaries of pending legislation If you can share the bill's summary or key text, I'd be happy to help translate it into plain language!
Support Our Troops Shipping Relief Act of 2025
# Support Our Troops Shipping Relief Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to reduce shipping costs for military service members and their families. While the bill's full details aren't publicly available yet, the title and sponsorship suggest it would provide relief from shipping fees or reduced-rate shipping options for active-duty personnel, veterans, and their dependents when sending packages domestically or internationally. **Who It Affects:** The legislation would primarily benefit active-duty military members, veterans, and military families. It could also impact shipping carriers and private postal services if they're required to participate in any discount program. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Seth Moulton (D-Massachusetts) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. At this stage, it's still in the early legislative process.
For the relief of Maria Merida de Macario.
# HR 6073 Summary **What the bill does:** This is a private relief bill designed to help one specific person—Maria Merida de Macario. Private relief bills are narrow pieces of legislation that address individual cases rather than broad policy changes. Based on the title alone, the bill would provide some form of relief to this individual, though the specific nature of that relief (financial compensation, immigration status, or another remedy) isn't detailed in the publicly available summary. **Who it affects and current status:** The bill directly affects Maria Merida de Macario. It was introduced by Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Private relief bills are relatively uncommon and typically address situations where someone believes they've been wronged by the government or face exceptional hardship that regular laws don't address.
FARE Act
# FARE Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 6012 (the FARE Act) from the 119th Congress in my training data, so I cannot provide accurate information about what this particular bill would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. **To get reliable information, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching "HR 6012" for the full bill text and official summary - Checking Rep. Seth Moulton's official website for his description of the bill - Looking at nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service for analysis If you can share the bill's actual text or a summary, I'd be happy to help explain it in plain language!
For the relief of Blanca Martinez.
# HR 5418 Summary **What This Bill Does:** HR 5418 is a private relief bill designed to provide specific assistance to an individual named Blanca Martinez. While the official summary doesn't detail the exact nature of the relief being sought, private bills of this type typically address individual hardships—such as immigration matters, tax disputes, or other legal issues—that cannot be resolved through standard government processes or existing law. **Who It Affects and Current Status:** This bill directly affects Blanca Martinez and potentially her family members. It was introduced by Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Private relief bills are relatively uncommon and require significant support to pass both chambers of Congress. **Key Takeaway:** Without additional details in the public record, it's unclear what specific relief Martinez is seeking. Anyone interested in learning more would need to consult the full bill text or congressional records for specifics on the nature of the relief being requested.
Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act
# Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act **What the Bill Does** This bill makes two main changes to Salem Maritime in Massachusetts. First, it upgrades the site's official designation from a "National Historic Site" to a "National Historical Park"—a largely administrative change that reflects its importance. Second, it requires the Department of the Interior to study whether nearby areas related to Salem's maritime, coastal defense, and military history should be added to the park system. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects the Salem Maritime site in Massachusetts and the local community. The boundary study will evaluate which nearby historical sites and resources warrant inclusion in the national park, potentially expanding the protected area. The study itself is the key provision—it doesn't automatically add new land but rather investigates what could be included and whether it's practical to do so. **Current Status** The bill was signed into law, meaning it is now official. As law, the Interior Department will proceed with conducting and reporting on the boundary study as specified.
End Domestic Terrorism Act
# End Domestic Terrorism Act (HR 4257) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to address domestic terrorism threats within the United States. While specific details aren't available in the provided summary, bills with this title typically establish or strengthen federal programs to identify, prevent, and prosecute domestic terrorist activities—similar to existing counterterrorism efforts that currently focus primarily on foreign threats. **Who It Affects** The bill would likely affect law enforcement agencies (FBI, DHS), federal prosecutors, and potentially individuals engaged in or planning violent extremist activities. It could also impact civil liberties considerations, as domestic security measures sometimes raise questions about surveillance and due process protections. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) in the 119th Congress. To learn the specific provisions and requirements, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov, as the summary provided doesn't include detailed policy language.
HEADs UP Act of 2025
# HEADs UP Act of 2025 – Summary **What the bill would do:** The HEADs UP Act of 2025 (HR 3409) is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and remains in committee. Based on the bill title, it appears to focus on head injury prevention or awareness, though specific details about its provisions are not available in the information provided. To understand exactly what requirements or programs this bill would establish, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov. **Who it affects and current status:** This bill was introduced by Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) in the 119th Congress. Since it remains in committee, it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This means the bill is still in early development and may be revised before moving forward. **Next steps:** For current details on this bill's provisions and progress, you can visit Congress.gov and search for "HR 3409" to read the full text and track any committee actions or updates.
Sgt. Isaac Woodard, Jr. and Sgt. Joseph H. Maddox GI Bill Restoration Act of 2025
# Summary of HR 1725: Sgt. Isaac Woodard, Jr. and Sgt. Joseph H. Maddox GI Bill Restoration Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would expand veterans' benefits to address historical racial discrimination in the GI Bill program and VA home loan program. Specifically, it would make Black veterans who served on active duty in World War II—and were denied benefits because of their race—newly eligible for Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits and VA home loans. The bill would also extend these benefits to the living descendants (spouses, children, grandchildren) of such veterans if they can document that their veteran ancestor was discriminated against. Eligible individuals would have five years from the bill's enactment to apply for these benefits. **Who It Affects:** This bill targets a specific group: Black World War II veterans who faced racial discrimination and were denied benefits, plus their direct living descendants. It's a corrective measure acknowledging that some veterans were denied education and housing benefits due to race during an era when the GI Bill was not equally administered to all service members. **Key Provisions and Current Status:** The bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on how many people received benefits under these new provisions. Currently, the bill is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) in the 119th Congress.