Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
Republican · FL · 28 bills sponsored
PETSAFE Act of 2026
# PETSAFE Act of 2026 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The PETSAFE Act of 2026 is a proposed federal law currently under consideration in the House of Representatives. However, publicly available information about this bill's specific provisions is limited. Based on the title alone, the bill appears to address pet safety, though the exact details of what regulations or requirements it would establish are not clearly documented in standard legislative databases. **Current Status and Next Steps:** This bill (HR 7438) was introduced by Representative Brian Mast, a Republican from Florida, during the 119th Congress. It is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Before it can become law, it would need to pass committee review, House approval, Senate approval, and the President's signature. **Note:** For a complete understanding of this bill's specific impacts and provisions, you would need to consult official congressional sources like Congress.gov, which maintain full bill text and legislative details.
Medal of Sacrifice Act
# Medal of Sacrifice Act Summary **What It Does:** The Medal of Sacrifice Act would create a new federal medal to honor law enforcement officers and first responders—including police, firefighters, and emergency personnel—who are killed while performing their duties. The bill directs the President to establish a commission that would design the medal, determine how it's awarded, and oversee the process for presenting it to families of deceased officers and responders. **Who It Affects:** The medal would be available to eligible federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and first responders who die in the line of duty. However, the bill includes an eligibility restriction: officers or responders found to have committed "official acts of wrongdoing"—such as acting outside their authority or violating official policies—would generally be ineligible for the medal. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting action in the Senate. It represents a bipartisan effort to create a formal recognition for those who lose their lives in public service, though the specific eligibility criteria and medal design have yet to be finalized by the commission that would be created if the bill becomes law.
AI OVERWATCH Act
# AI OVERWATCH Act Summary I appreciate your request, but I need to be transparent: the bill details you've provided are quite limited. The information shows this is HR 6875 from the 119th Congress, sponsored by Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL), and that it's currently in committee, but the actual content and provisions aren't included in what you shared. To give you an accurate summary of what the bill would actually do, I would need access to the bill's text—which typically includes a detailed summary of its provisions, which agencies or industries it affects, and specific requirements or restrictions it creates. Without that, I can only tell you that it appears to relate to AI oversight (based on the "OVERWATCH" name), but I cannot responsibly speculate about the specifics. **If you can provide the bill text or a link to it**, I'd be happy to break down its actual provisions, who it would affect, and what it would require in plain language.
Ceasing Age-Based Trucking Restrictions Act
# Ceasing Age-Based Trucking Restrictions Act (HR 6691) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would remove the federal age requirement that currently prevents drivers under 21 from operating commercial trucks across state lines. Currently, federal law restricts interstate commercial truck driving to operators age 21 and older. If passed, this legislation would eliminate that age restriction, potentially allowing younger drivers—presumably those as young as 18—to drive large trucks in interstate commerce. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect trucking companies and young drivers seeking commercial driving careers. It would impact the trucking industry's labor supply and workforce demographics. The legislation directly addresses a longstanding federal safety regulation without specifying alternative safety measures or training requirements that might be implemented in place of the age restriction. **Current Status** As of now, HR 6691 remains in committee, meaning it has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress. No companion Senate legislation has been noted, and the proposal has not yet generated significant legislative movement.
Pay Our Patriots Act
# Pay Our Patriots Act (HR 6044) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Pay Our Patriots Act, introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), aims to improve compensation for military service members. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on increasing military pay, adjusting salary schedules, or improving benefits for active-duty personnel and veterans. **Current Status and Impact:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The legislation would primarily affect active-duty service members, military families, and potentially veterans. If passed, it could increase federal spending on military personnel costs. **Note:** More detailed information about specific provisions would be available in the full bill text. For complete details on salary increases, eligibility requirements, or other specifics, you can review the legislation directly through Congress.gov.
Department of State Policy Provisions Act
# Department of State Policy Provisions Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** HR 5300 would establish various policies and initiatives for how the U.S. State Department conducts its operations and international relations. Key provisions include directives to avoid using buildings owned or controlled by China, launching a new trade and investment initiative with African nations, and developing security strategies for 13 Caribbean countries. The bill would also create a program to help foreign countries evaluate foreign investments for national security threats. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the State Department and its operations, but its policies would have broader impacts on U.S. relations with Africa, the Caribbean, and China. American businesses involved in trade with Africa could benefit from the new investment initiatives, while foreign governments would be supported in reviewing foreign investments. **Current Status:** HR 5300 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL). The bill addresses a wide range of foreign policy areas including technology, trade, security, and diplomatic relations across multiple regions.
DFC Modernization Act of 2025
# DFC Modernization Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would modernize the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), a government agency that provides financing and investment support for American businesses operating in developing countries. The legislation would update the agency's structure, funding, and operations to better support U.S. companies investing abroad, particularly in strategic sectors like technology and critical materials. It also appears designed to strengthen the DFC's role in competing with other countries' development finance efforts, especially regarding economic influence in Europe and countering Russian interests. **Key Effects and Provisions** The bill would affect American businesses seeking international investment opportunities, the DFC itself, and potentially developing countries receiving DFC-backed investments. Based on its subject matter, it likely includes updates to the agency's lending authority, oversight requirements, performance metrics, and public-private partnerships. The focus on "strategic materials and reserves" suggests provisions aimed at securing supply chains for critical commodities important to U.S. interests. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress.
Servicemember Residence Protection Act
# Servicemember Residence Protection Act Summary **What It Does:** This bill would change federal law to prevent states from enforcing "squatter's rights" laws against active-duty military members. Squatter's rights allow people who occupy a property without permission for a certain period to claim legal ownership. The bill would ensure that servicemembers can more easily remove unauthorized occupants from their homes while deployed, even if state law normally allows squatters to establish rights through prolonged occupation. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects active-duty military personnel who own property and may be deployed overseas or to other locations. It also impacts states with squatter's rights laws, as it would override those state laws in cases involving servicemembers. Potentially, it could affect individuals who might otherwise claim squatter's rights to military-owned properties. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It now awaits consideration in the Senate, where it would need to pass before being sent to the President for signature to become law.
the Defining Humanitarian Demining Assistance Act of 2025
# Defining Humanitarian Demining Assistance Act of 2025 (HR 4190) **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish clear definitions and guidelines for U.S. humanitarian demining assistance—programs that help remove landmines and unexploded ordnance from civilian areas around the world. By creating formal definitions, the legislation aims to clarify what activities count as "humanitarian demining" versus military operations, which is important for determining how U.S. aid can be used and which agencies can participate in these efforts. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects U.S. foreign aid programs and international humanitarian organizations working in countries affected by landmines. It would also impact countries receiving demining assistance, as the clarified definitions could influence how and where U.S. support is directed. Domestically, it affects federal agencies involved in coordinating or funding these programs. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4190 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote in Congress. The bill was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress. No significant updates on its progress have been reported.
To direct the Secretary of the Navy to recognize certain aspects of the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida, as a national memorial, national memorial garden, and national K9 memorial, and for other purposes.
# HR 4189 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would direct the U.S. Navy Secretary to officially recognize specific areas of the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida, as national memorials. Specifically, it would designate parts of the museum as a national memorial (honoring Navy personnel), a national memorial garden, and a national K9 memorial (honoring military working dogs). The bill essentially upgrades the official status of certain museum sections to give them formal national memorial recognition. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects the museum itself and visitors to it. More broadly, it honors Navy SEAL and UDT (Underwater Demolition Team) personnel, military working dogs, and their families. The designation would be largely ceremonial and symbolic rather than creating new funding or major operational changes. **Current Status** HR 4189 was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Toxic Health Threat Warning Act of 2025
# Toxic Health Threat Warning Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Toxic Health Threat Warning Act of 2025 (HR 3817) is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been assigned detailed subject classifications, making its specific provisions unavailable in public records. Without access to the bill's text or detailed summaries, the exact requirements and mechanisms cannot be described. Generally, based on its title, the bill appears intended to establish or strengthen warning systems related to toxic substances and public health threats, though the scope and specific implementation details remain unclear from available information. **Current Status:** This bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) and is currently in committee review. It has not yet advanced to a floor vote in either chamber of Congress. **What You Should Know:** To understand this bill's actual impact on communities, workers, or consumers, you would need to review the full legislative text, which is available on Congress.gov. Once detailed summaries become available, they will clarify who specifically would be affected and what new requirements or protections it would establish.
PROTECT Florida Act
I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a summary of this bill because the information available to me is incomplete. While I can see the bill's basic metadata (HR 3819, sponsored by Rep. Brian Mast of Florida), the document doesn't include the actual bill text or detailed provisions that would be necessary for an accurate summary. To get the information you're looking for, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search for "HR 3819" to view the full bill text, summary, and status updates - **Rep. Mast's website**: His congressional office often provides explanations of bills he sponsors - **Legislative tracking services**: Sites like Ballotpedia or GovTrack offer plain-language summaries Once you have access to the bill text, I'd be happy to help summarize it in plain language for a general audience.
Stop Poisoning Florida Act
# Stop Poisoning Florida Act Summary **What the bill would do:** HR 3818, titled the "Stop Poisoning Florida Act," is a proposed law currently under review in Congress. Based on its title, the bill appears to address environmental or health concerns in Florida, though specific legislative details and provisions are not publicly available in the information provided. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact actions it would take cannot be specified. **Who it affects and current status:** This bill would potentially impact Florida residents and possibly the state's environment or public health systems, depending on its contents. The legislation was introduced by Representative Brian J. Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. Being in committee status indicates it is still in the early review stage. **To learn more:** For a complete understanding of this bill's specific provisions and impact, you can review the full text on Congress.gov, which provides detailed legislative information, amendments, and committee actions for all federal bills.
Final Honors Act of 2025
# Final Honors Act of 2025 Summary The Final Honors Act of 2025 (HR 3642) is a bill currently under consideration in the House of Representatives. Based on its title and sponsorship, the bill appears to address protocols or procedures related to honoring deceased individuals, though the specific legislative details are not provided in the available information. The bill was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) and remains in committee review, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full House vote. Without access to the bill's detailed text and provisions, specific information about who it directly affects and what exact changes it would implement cannot be determined from the available summary. To understand the precise scope and impact of this legislation, the complete bill text would need to be reviewed through official congressional sources like Congress.gov.
Oath of Exit Act
# Oath of Exit Act (HR 3640) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Oath of Exit Act is a proposed law currently being considered in Congress, but the bill's full details are not publicly available in the summary provided. Based on its title, the bill likely relates to creating some form of "oath" or formal process for individuals to exit a position, organization, or status, though the specific context and requirements cannot be confirmed without access to the complete legislative text. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Brian J. Mast (R-FL) 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. Bills at this stage often undergo review and potential modification before moving forward. **What You Should Know:** To provide a meaningful summary of who this bill affects and its key provisions, the full text of HR 3640 would need to be reviewed. If you're interested in learning more, the complete bill language is available on Congress.gov, where you can also track its progress through the legislative process.
Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights Act of 2025
# Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights Act of 2025 is a proposed law currently being reviewed in Congress that would establish protections and rights for military service members who have been wounded, injured, or become ill while serving. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to ensure wounded veterans receive proper medical care, disability benefits, mental health support, and other services they may need after leaving active duty. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect wounded or injured active-duty service members and veterans, as well as their families and the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs agencies responsible for their care and benefits. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee review. This means it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. To become law, it would need to pass committee review, House approval, Senate approval, and presidential signature. *Note: Complete legislative details were unavailable, so this summary reflects the general purpose indicated by the bill's title and sponsor information.*
Service Member Residence Protection Act
# Service Member Residence Protection Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Service Member Residence Protection Act would establish federal protections for military members' homes and property rights. Based on its stated subjects, the bill appears designed to prevent states and local governments from enacting laws that could restrict or burden service members' ability to own, maintain, or use residential property. The bill would use federal law to override ("preempt") any conflicting state or local regulations on this issue. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would primarily benefit active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families by ensuring they have consistent protections nationwide regarding residential property ownership and rights. Rather than service members facing different rules in each state or locality where they're stationed or retire, the bill would establish uniform federal standards that supersede local regulations. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3356 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress. Without more detailed legislative language available, the specific property rights issues it addresses remain somewhat general—the exact scenarios it targets would become clearer if the bill advances and more information is made public.
Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2025
# Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2025 **What the bill does:** This bill would allow members of Congress to hold meetings with their constituents at VA (Veterans Affairs) facilities. Currently, Congress members don't have a formal right to use VA buildings for these meetings. The bill would require the VA to identify available spaces in its facilities where representatives could meet with veterans and other constituents, and to create rules about how these spaces could be used. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects veterans and constituents who want to meet with their congressional representatives, as well as VA facilities and staff. It could make it more convenient for veterans to access help from their Congress members without having to travel to separate congressional offices. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House. As a relatively straightforward administrative change, it faces no obvious major opposition, but it remains early in the legislative process.
GAMES Act
# GAMES Act Summary I can see this bill is currently in committee, but the information provided doesn't include the bill's actual text or detailed provisions. To give you an accurate summary of what the GAMES Act would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the bill's legislative language or more complete details. If you have a link to the bill on Congress.gov or additional information about its content, I'd be happy to provide a clear, factual summary. Alternatively, you could check Congress.gov directly by searching "HR 3219" to see the full text and official summary.
Uniform School Mapping Act
# Uniform School Mapping Act (HR 3113) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Uniform School Mapping Act would establish standardized procedures for how school district boundaries are created and mapped across the United States. Currently, there is no federal standard for how districts define and document their boundaries, which can lead to inconsistencies and confusion. This bill would require uniform mapping practices to create clearer, more consistent school boundary information nationwide. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact school districts, state education agencies, and families trying to determine which schools serve their addresses. It could also affect property owners, real estate professionals, and education researchers who rely on accurate school boundary information for their work. **Current Status & Key Details:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. As introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), it represents an effort to standardize administrative practices at the local level through federal guidance. The specific provisions regarding implementation details, funding, and enforcement mechanisms are not yet publicly detailed in the summary provided.
No Tax on Bonuses Act of 2025
# No Tax on Bonuses Act of 2025 (HR 2565) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would exempt employee bonuses from federal income tax. If passed, workers who receive bonuses from their employers would not have to pay federal income taxes on that bonus money, though other taxes (like Social Security and Medicare taxes) would still apply. The bill aims to let workers keep more of their bonus payments. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be employees who receive bonuses. This could include workers across various industries and salary levels, though higher-paid employees who receive larger bonuses would likely benefit more in absolute dollar terms. Employers might also be affected depending on how bonus structures change in response to the tax incentive. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the information provided), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Committee review is an early stage in the legislative process, and many bills never advance beyond this point.
Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025
# Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand the types of healthcare providers that veterans can use through the VA's Community Care Program. Specifically, it would allow nurse registries—organizations that hire and manage nurses and home health aides—to become eligible providers. This means veterans could potentially hire home care workers through these registries instead of being limited to other types of providers currently approved by the VA. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects veterans who need in-home healthcare services, as well as nurse registries and home care agencies. It could give veterans more options for finding nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, home health aides, and other home support workers when they need care at home rather than in a facility. **Current Status** The bill (HR 1937) was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025
# Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would expand the types of healthcare providers that veterans can use through the VA's Community Care Program. Specifically, it would allow veterans to receive home care services (like nursing, home health aides, and companion care) through nurse registries—companies that hire and manage nurses and caregivers—in addition to the providers currently available. This gives veterans more options for receiving care at home rather than only through VA facilities. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects veterans who need home-based care services and the VA healthcare system that serves them. It could also impact nurse registries and home care companies that would become newly eligible to work with the VA. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL) and is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
National Garden for America’s 250th Anniversary Act
# National Garden for America's 250th Anniversary Act (HR 2377) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill proposes creating a national garden to commemorate America's 250th anniversary, which will occur in 2026. While the bill's full details aren't specified in the available information, national garden projects of this type typically involve establishing a designated public space—possibly in or near Washington, D.C.—that would serve as a lasting tribute to the nation's history and achievements. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect federal agencies responsible for managing public lands and monuments, as well as visitors to whatever location is chosen for the garden. It could also impact funding and resources allocated to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 2377 remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would require committee approval and broader congressional support to move forward.