McDonald Rivet, Kristen [D-MI-8]
Democrat · MI · 13 bills sponsored
To improve Federal transportation programs, and for other purposes.
# HR 7437 Summary This bill, sponsored by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI), aims to improve various federal transportation programs, though specific details about which programs or improvements are included are not available in the provided information. The bill is currently in the committee review stage, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Since the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed here, we can only say it would likely affect transportation infrastructure, funding, or regulations at the federal level—potentially impacting states, municipalities, transportation agencies, and the traveling public. Bills with broad titles like this often address multiple transportation-related issues such as funding mechanisms, safety standards, or modernization efforts. **Current Status:** The bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a floor vote. To learn the specific details of what improvements are proposed, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Affordable Clean Water Infrastructure Act
# Affordable Clean Water Infrastructure Act (HR 6464) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to improve access to clean water and wastewater infrastructure across the United States. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on funding improvements to water systems, making repairs to aging pipes, and ensuring communities have safe drinking water and proper sewage treatment. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact communities—particularly lower-income neighborhoods and rural areas—that struggle with outdated or inadequate water infrastructure. It could also affect state and local governments responsible for maintaining water systems, as well as residents who depend on public water services. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote in the House of Representatives. At this stage, it remains under review and discussion among committee members. No further action has been taken as of now. *Note: Complete details about specific funding amounts, project requirements, and other key provisions are not available from the information provided. To learn more specifics, you can search for the bill on Congress.gov.*
Affordable Food and Energy Act of 2026
# Affordable Food and Energy Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Affordable Food and Energy Act of 2026 (HR 7069) aims to address costs related to food and energy for American households. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would focus on making these essential goods more affordable for consumers, likely through pricing measures, subsidies, assistance programs, or regulatory changes. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact everyday Americans who purchase food and pay energy bills. It could also affect businesses in the food and energy sectors, depending on the specific policies included. **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. At this stage, it remains under review and has not been enacted into law. --- *Note: For complete details on the specific provisions of this bill, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov, as the summary information provided does not include the detailed policy measures.*
FARM Home Loans Act of 2025
# FARM Home Loans Act of 2025 - Summary **What It Would Do** The FARM Home Loans Act of 2025 (HR 6720) aims to improve home loan programs for farmers and rural residents. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on making it easier for agricultural workers and people in rural areas to access affordable mortgages and home financing through federal programs. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily benefit farmers, agricultural workers, and residents of rural communities who need home loans. It could also affect lenders and financial institutions that participate in federal farm-related lending programs. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet advanced to a full House vote. It was sponsored by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI-8). For specific details about what provisions the bill contains, you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov, as the detailed policy specifics aren't available in this summary.
Child Care Access and Affordability Act of 2025
# Child Care Access and Affordability Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Child Care Access and Affordability Act of 2025 aims to make child care more accessible and affordable for American families. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on reducing the cost burden of child care and helping more families access quality care services. This would likely affect working parents, children in need of care, and child care providers. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. It was sponsored by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI). At this stage, the bill is being reviewed and discussed by the relevant congressional committee before any potential floor debate or vote. **Note:** The full text of specific provisions is not available in the summary provided. For detailed information about tax credits, subsidies, provider support, or other specific measures included in the bill, you would need to review the complete bill text on Congress.gov or similar legislative tracking resources.
Early Education Savings Program Act
# Early Education Savings Program Act (HR 6272) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Early Education Savings Program Act would create a new savings program designed to help families set aside money for early childhood education expenses. While specific details about the program structure aren't provided in the available information, this type of legislation typically establishes tax-advantaged accounts (similar to existing education savings accounts) where families can save money for costs like preschool, childcare, and early learning programs without facing the same tax penalties as regular savings accounts. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily benefit families with young children, particularly those seeking to pay for preschool or childcare services. It may also affect education providers, financial institutions that would manage these accounts, and state governments that implement the program. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6272 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass committee review, gain approval from the full House, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President. *Note: Detailed provisions aren't available in the information provided; interested parties should check Congress.gov for the full bill text.*
Protect Your PIN Act of 2025
# Protect Your PIN Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Protect Your PIN Act of 2025 would establish new protections for personal identification numbers (PINs) and related financial security information. While specific details aren't publicly available yet, the bill's title suggests it aims to strengthen safeguards against PIN theft and unauthorized access to financial accounts and systems. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect consumers who use PINs for banking, credit cards, and other financial transactions. It could also impact financial institutions, retailers, and other businesses that handle PIN data. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Michigan) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For detailed provisions and the bill's specific requirements, you can search for HR 5594 on Congress.gov, which provides the full legislative text once it becomes available.
Rapid Disaster Relief Act
# Rapid Disaster Relief Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Rapid Disaster Relief Act (HR 5067) is designed to speed up the process of getting federal disaster aid to communities affected by natural disasters. Rather than waiting through lengthy approval processes, the bill would create a faster pathway for states and local governments to receive emergency funding and resources from the federal government when disasters strike. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily benefit communities experiencing natural disasters—including residents, local governments, and state officials in affected areas. It could also impact federal emergency management agencies like FEMA, which would implement the new processes. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House of Representatives but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. It was sponsored by Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI). *Note: The bill summary provided contains limited details about specific provisions. For complete information about what changes it proposes to disaster relief procedures, you may want to review the full text on Congress.gov.*
Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025
# Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025 (HR 4954) **What the Bill Would Do** The Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025 aims to keep customer service call centers operating within the United States rather than being moved overseas. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, legislation with this title typically includes measures to incentivize or require companies to maintain call center jobs domestically, potentially through tax benefits, penalties for outsourcing, or other regulatory mechanisms. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact call center workers, companies that operate call centers, and consumers who use customer service lines. Workers could benefit from job protections and domestic employment opportunities, while companies might face new requirements or costs related to maintaining U.S.-based operations. Consumers could potentially experience changes in call center service quality or availability depending on how provisions are implemented. **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. It was sponsored by Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI). The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and broader congressional support to progress further.
Great Lakes Icebreaker Act of 2025
# Great Lakes Icebreaker Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Great Lakes Icebreaker Act of 2025 would authorize federal funding and resources to improve icebreaking capabilities on the Great Lakes. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, such legislation typically aims to ensure reliable winter shipping routes and maintain year-round navigation on these critical waterways. This supports both commercial shipping and regional economic activity. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact shipping companies, ports, and communities along the Great Lakes (Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York). It could also affect manufacturers and consumers who depend on Great Lakes shipping for transporting goods like iron ore, coal, and agricultural products. Regional economies reliant on maritime trade would potentially benefit from improved winter navigation. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4375 is in committee, meaning it's under review and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI), reflecting her district's interest in Great Lakes commerce and infrastructure.
the Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025
# Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide greater transparency regarding PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)—a group of chemicals known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down in the environment. The bill would mandate that the military disclose information about PFAS contamination at its facilities and in surrounding areas, making it easier for the public and affected communities to access this information. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects military installations and communities near them, where PFAS contamination from military equipment, firefighting foam, and other sources has been documented. It could also impact military operations and environmental cleanup efforts. Residents living near military bases, environmental organizations, and public health advocates would gain access to contamination data that could affect drinking water and health concerns. **Current Status** The bill (HR 4192) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The specific provisions of the bill are not detailed in the available information, but the core purpose centers on increasing public access to military PFAS data.
Prescription Drug Transparency and Affordability Act
# Prescription Drug Transparency and Affordability Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Prescription Drug Transparency and Affordability Act (HR 2450) aims to make prescription drug prices more affordable and transparent for American consumers. While specific details about the bill's provisions are limited in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on requiring drug manufacturers to disclose pricing information and implementing measures to reduce out-of-pocket costs for patients purchasing medications. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact patients who purchase prescription drugs, insurance companies, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Seniors on Medicare and lower-income Americans who struggle with medication costs would likely be among those most affected by any affordability measures included in the final bill. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. As a relatively new bill in the 119th Congress, it remains in the early stages of the legislative process. *Note: The summary above is based on limited available information. For comprehensive details about specific provisions, readers are encouraged to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
Social Security Overpayment Relief Act
# Social Security Overpayment Relief Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Social Security Overpayment Relief Act would prevent the Social Security Administration (SSA) from trying to recover money it mistakenly overpaid to recipients if the error is discovered 10 or more years after it occurred. Currently, the SSA can pursue repayment of overpayments indefinitely, even decades later. If passed, this bill would stop the agency from collecting these old overpayments either by taking money directly from recipients or by reducing their future benefit payments. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who have received overpayments due to administrative errors. It also affects the Social Security Administration's collection practices. The bill essentially protects vulnerable populations—many of whom are elderly or disabled—from unexpected debt collection for mistakes made by the government years in the past. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI) 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.