Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1]
Republican · WV · 22 bills sponsored
Secure Revenue Clearance Channel Act of 2026
# Secure Revenue Clearance Channel Act of 2026 (HR 7224) **What the bill does:** The Secure Revenue Clearance Channel Act of 2026 is a House bill currently under review in committee. Unfortunately, the bill summary and detailed provisions are not available in the information provided, so I cannot specify the exact changes it would make to federal law or policy. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee review, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. Bills typically remain in committee for review, analysis, and potential amendments before advancing. **Next steps:** To learn what this bill actually proposes, you would need to visit Congress.gov or the House of Representatives website to view the full text and official summary. This would clarify who is affected, what specific revenue or clearance procedures it addresses, and what supporters and opponents argue about the proposal.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the credit period for the production of refined coal, and for other purposes.
# HR 7070 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7070 would extend the tax credit period for refined coal production. The refined coal credit is a federal tax incentive that allows coal producers to receive a per-ton credit when they process raw coal into a cleaner-burning refined coal product. By extending this credit period, the bill would keep this financial incentive available for a longer time. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects coal producers and refineries that process coal, as well as companies in energy-related industries that use refined coal. It could also indirectly impact workers in coal-producing regions and communities dependent on the coal industry economically. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill's summary notes it contains additional provisions beyond the refined coal credit extension, though specific details about those provisions are not listed in the available information.
Rural Hospital Flexibility Act of 2025
# Rural Hospital Flexibility Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Rural Hospital Flexibility Act of 2025 aims to provide relief to hospitals located in rural areas by giving them greater operational flexibility. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't fully available in this summary, bills with this title typically focus on reducing regulatory burdens and administrative requirements that rural hospitals face, potentially allowing them to operate under different rules than larger urban hospitals. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect rural hospitals and the communities they serve. Rural hospitals often struggle with lower patient volumes and revenues compared to urban facilities, making them vulnerable to closures. The bill could also impact patients in rural areas who depend on these hospitals for emergency and primary care services. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) 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, the bill's specific provisions and likelihood of passage remain uncertain.
Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025
# Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 aims to support housing and community development in rural areas across the United States. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on incentivizing residential growth, improving infrastructure, and making it easier for people to live in rural communities. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit rural communities and residents, as well as developers and local governments working on rural projects. It may also affect federal agencies involved in rural development and housing programs. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6468 is in committee, meaning it's still in the early stages of the legislative process. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV). For more detailed information about the specific provisions and requirements of this bill, you would need to consult the full text on Congress.gov or wait for additional details to become public as it moves through the legislative process.
RCORP Authorization Act
# RCORP Authorization Act Summary I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the congressional record information provided doesn't include the bill's actual text or detailed description—only its basic metadata (bill number, sponsor, and status). To give you accurate information about what it would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the bill's summary or full text. **What I can tell you:** This is a House bill introduced by Representative Carol Miller (R-WV) that is currently in committee review, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. **To learn more:** You can find the complete bill text and summary on Congress.gov by searching "HR 6407" or "RCORP Authorization Act." The bill's summary there will explain what RCORP (likely a specific federal program) does and what changes this authorization would make.
Kidney Care Access Protection Act
# Kidney Care Access Protection Act (HR 6214) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Kidney Care Access Protection Act aims to protect patient access to kidney care services. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on ensuring that kidney disease patients can continue receiving dialysis and other essential treatments without undue restrictions or coverage denials from insurance companies and Medicare. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect the estimated 37 million Americans with kidney disease, particularly the roughly 800,000 people who depend on dialysis or kidney transplants to survive. It would also impact dialysis centers, nephrologists (kidney specialists), and insurance providers who cover kidney care. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV). Without additional details about the specific protections the bill proposes, it's unclear what changes to current kidney care policy it would implement if passed.
To authorize the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment (normal trade relations treatment) to products of certain countries.
# HR 5917 Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would give the President broader authority to grant "normal trade relations" (NTR) status to countries, which means treating them the same as most other trading partners in terms of tariffs and trade rules. Currently, certain countries face trade restrictions under a Cold War-era law called the Jackson-Vanik amendment, which requires them to meet specific conditions related to allowing people to emigrate freely. This bill would let the President bypass those requirements and grant permanent favorable trade status to most countries, with three exceptions: Belarus, Cuba, and North Korea would remain excluded. **Who it affects:** This bill would primarily affect U.S. businesses and consumers by potentially lowering trade barriers with countries currently restricted under Jackson-Vanik, as well as those countries' citizens and businesses seeking to trade with the U.S. It gives the President more flexibility in trade decisions without needing Congressional approval each year. **Current status:** HR 5917 is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress.
Fusion Advanced Manufacturing Parity Act
# Fusion Advanced Manufacturing Parity Act (HR 5441) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to support the development of fusion energy technology by providing manufacturing and production incentives for fusion-related equipment and components. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the summary provided, the title suggests it would create more equal treatment or "parity" between fusion energy manufacturing and other energy sectors, likely through tax benefits, grants, or other federal support mechanisms. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect companies involved in fusion energy research and manufacturing, as well as the broader clean energy sector. It could also impact workers in manufacturing jobs related to fusion technology development and communities where these facilities operate. Taxpayers would be affected through any federal spending or tax incentives included in the bill. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not yet advanced to a broader vote in the House of Representatives. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and further congressional action before it could potentially become law. *Note: For complete details about specific provisions, funding amounts, or implementation details, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
Community TEAMS Act of 2025
# Community TEAMS Act of 2025 - Summary The Community TEAMS Act of 2025 (HR 3885) is a bill currently under consideration in Congress that was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV). Unfortunately, the available information about this bill is limited—the specific details about what it would accomplish, which communities or groups it targets, and its key provisions are not included in the source material provided. To understand the bill's actual impact, you would need to review the full text of HR 3885 on Congress.gov or other legislative tracking websites. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been referred to one or more congressional committees for review and discussion but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. This is an early stage in the legislative process. To get a complete picture of what this bill would do, who it affects, and whether it's likely to pass, I'd recommend checking Congress.gov (congress.gov) directly, where you can find the full bill text, sponsor statements, and any committee actions or amendments.
PEAKS Act
# PEAKS Act Summary I don't have detailed information about the specific provisions of HR 3778 (the PEAKS Act) in the 119th Congress to provide you with an accurate summary of what it would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. To get this information, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search "HR 3778" for the full bill text, summary, and amendments - **Sponsor's website**: Rep. Carol D. Miller's official House website often has bill summaries - **Congressional tracking services**: Sites like GovTrack or LegiStorm provide plain-language summaries Since the bill is currently in committee, it hasn't advanced to a vote yet, so its current status is that it's under review. Once you access the bill text, you'll be able to see what specific policies it proposes and which groups would be affected.
Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025
# Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 would extend and update federal programs designed to help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society. These programs typically provide support for job training, employment assistance, housing, and other services that help people rebuild their lives after release from prison. By reauthorizing these programs, the bill would allow them to continue operating and potentially receive updated funding. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects formerly incarcerated individuals seeking to reenter their communities, as well as the nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and employers involved in reentry programs. It could also impact taxpayers funding these initiatives and communities where returning citizens live and work. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the information provided), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Without access to the bill's specific text or detailed provisions, additional details about funding amounts, program specifics, or other key features cannot be determined from this summary.
United States-Republic of Korea Digital Trade Enforcement Act
# United States-Republic of Korea Digital Trade Enforcement Act (HR 3193) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to strengthen trade enforcement between the United States and South Korea in the digital economy sector. While specific details aren't available in the summary provided, bills with this title typically focus on addressing trade barriers, ensuring fair competition in digital markets, and protecting American technology companies and workers from unfair practices. The legislation would likely establish mechanisms to monitor and enforce trade agreements related to digital services, e-commerce, and technology sectors. **Who It Affects** The bill would impact U.S. technology companies and workers competing in South Korean markets, as well as American consumers who use digital services. It could also affect South Korean businesses and individuals engaging in digital trade with the United States. Government trade officials would be responsible for implementing and enforcing any new provisions. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3193 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass through committee review, receive a House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.
RESILIENCE Act of 2025
# RESILIENCE Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The RESILIENCE Act of 2025 (HR 2872) is currently in committee and has not yet been publicly detailed with specific provisions available in standard legislative databases. Without access to the bill's full text or summary, I cannot provide accurate details about its specific goals or mechanisms. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. **Note:** To give you a complete and accurate summary of this bill's provisions, key effects, and who it impacts, I would need access to the bill's full text or official summary. I'd recommend checking Congress.gov (the official legislative tracking website) where you can read the complete bill text and any available summaries. If you can share the bill's specific provisions, I'd be happy to explain them in plain language.
Small Business Transportation Investment Act of 2025
# Small Business Transportation Investment Act of 2025 (HR 2143) **What It Would Do:** This bill aims to support small businesses by improving transportation infrastructure and access. While specific details aren't available in the summary provided, bills with this title typically focus on making it easier or more affordable for small companies to transport goods and access markets through better roads, bridges, or related infrastructure improvements. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be small business owners and entrepreneurs, particularly those in rural or underserved areas where transportation challenges may limit their ability to grow. It could also indirectly benefit consumers and communities that rely on small businesses for goods and services. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV). For more detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the full text of the bill on Congress.gov.
Tanning Tax Repeal Act of 2025
# Tanning Tax Repeal Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would eliminate a 10% federal excise tax on indoor tanning services that has been in place since 2010. If passed, tanning salons and their customers would no longer pay this tax on indoor tanning bed services. **Who It Affects:** The primary groups affected would be tanning salon businesses and their customers. The bill could also impact federal government revenue, as the tanning tax currently generates money for the federal budget. Additionally, public health advocates have noted that the tax was partly intended to discourage indoor tanning due to health concerns. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 1940) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Representative Carol D. Miller, a Republican from West Virginia, introduced the bill in the 119th Congress.
Saving Gig Economy Taxpayers Act
# Saving Gig Economy Taxpayers Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Saving Gig Economy Taxpayers Act (HR 1882) would provide tax relief for gig economy workers—people who earn income through freelance or contract work rather than traditional employment. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, legislation with this title typically aims to reduce the tax burden on gig workers, who currently must pay both employee and employer portions of self-employment taxes (currently around 15.3% combined). **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily benefit gig economy workers, including rideshare drivers, food delivery workers, freelancers, and other independent contractors. It could also affect the government's tax revenue and potentially impact companies that employ gig workers. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 1882 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress. For a complete understanding of the specific tax changes proposed, you would need to review the full bill text, as the detailed provisions aren't summarized in the basic information available.
Methane Reduction and Economic Growth Act
# Methane Reduction and Economic Growth Act (HR 1881) – Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill aims to reduce methane emissions—a potent greenhouse gas—while supporting economic development. The legislation would likely establish standards or incentives for reducing methane leaks from oil and gas operations, landfills, and other industrial sources. Rather than imposing strict regulations, the bill appears designed to balance environmental goals with business interests, allowing companies flexibility in how they achieve emissions reductions. **Who it affects:** The primary stakeholders include oil and gas companies, energy producers, waste management facilities, and industrial operations that emit methane. It would also affect regulators tasked with overseeing these industries and potentially consumers through energy pricing impacts. **Current status:** As of now, HR 1881 is in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller, a Republican from West Virginia, a state with significant fossil fuel interests. At this stage, the bill is undergoing review and potential revision before any floor vote occurs. *Note: Specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, so implementation details may differ from this general framework.*
ARCH Act
# ARCH Act Summary **What It Does:** The ARCH Act would extend federal financial support programs for small rural hospitals through 2031. Specifically, it would continue two Medicare payment programs: one that gives extra funding to rural hospitals that serve many Medicare patients, and another that provides increased payments to hospitals that treat fewer patients. The bill also requires a government audit to track how many hospitals benefit from these programs. **Who It Affects:** Rural hospitals and the communities they serve would be the primary beneficiaries. These are typically smaller facilities in less populated areas that struggle financially because they treat many elderly Medicare patients (who are reimbursed at fixed rates) and have fewer total patients than urban hospitals. Rural patients who depend on these local hospitals could also be indirectly affected. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the House by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Hospice Recertification Flexibility Act
# Hospice Recertification Flexibility Act Summary **What It Does:** This bill would allow doctors and nurse practitioners to use telehealth (video calls) instead of in-person visits to recertify patients for hospice care under Medicare through the end of 2027. Currently, Medicare requires face-to-face meetings for this recertification process. The bill extends a temporary pandemic-era flexibility that was set to expire, allowing these telehealth visits to continue with a special billing code to track them. **Who It Affects & Key Limits:** The bill primarily affects hospice patients, doctors, and nurse practitioners who work with Medicare. However, there are important safeguards: the flexibility would NOT apply in areas where Medicare has paused new hospice program enrollment due to fraud or abuse concerns, and it wouldn't apply to providers already under increased scrutiny or to doctors with certain private contracts with Medicare patients. **Current Status:** HR 1720 was introduced by Rep. Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Strengthening Cooperation and Security in the Middle East Act
# Strengthening Cooperation and Security in the Middle East Act (HR 1385) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to strengthen security partnerships and cooperation between the United States and Middle Eastern countries. While the full details aren't specified in the available summary, bills with this title typically focus on military coordination, intelligence sharing, defense agreements, or diplomatic initiatives designed to enhance regional stability and U.S. security interests in the Middle East. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy and defense relationships with Middle Eastern nations. It could impact military personnel, defense contractors involved in regional security, diplomats, and indirectly influence citizens in the U.S. and Middle Eastern countries affected by changed policies or security arrangements. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1385 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress. To learn more about the specific provisions and current progress, you can check Congress.gov for the most up-to-date information and any committee actions.
SAFE Act
# SAFE Act Summary The SAFE Act (Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act) would expand Medicare coverage to include fall prevention services for older adults. Specifically, the bill would require Medicare to incorporate fall risk assessments and prevention services into the annual wellness visits and initial preventive physical exams that seniors already receive. The bill also expands coverage to include services provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists focused on preventing falls—a major health concern for elderly Americans that can lead to serious injuries, hospitalizations, and loss of independence. The bill primarily affects Medicare beneficiaries (seniors age 65+) and aims to address falls, which are the leading cause of both unintentional injury deaths and nonfatal trauma among older adults. By integrating fall prevention into existing Medicare wellness visits rather than creating new appointments, the bill attempts to make preventive care more accessible without significantly increasing administrative burden. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
United States Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific Act
# United States Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific Act (HR 953) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to strengthen U.S. trade strategy in the Indo-Pacific region—a economically important area covering Asia and the Pacific. If passed, it would direct the U.S. International Trade Commission to study how existing regional trade agreements (like those involving China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asian countries) affect American businesses and competitiveness. The bill would also create a new Indo-Pacific Trade Strategy Commission to develop recommendations for how the U.S. should approach trade in this region. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The bill primarily affects U.S. exporters, businesses, and policymakers focused on Asian trade. It's designed to help the U.S. compete more effectively in a region where other countries have already formed trade partnerships. The legislation involves multiple countries including China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, and others across Asia and the Pacific. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Carol D. Miller (R-WV) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full vote yet. It remains at an early stage of the legislative process.