Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Democrat · GA · 14 bills sponsored
Ralph David Abernathy, Sr., National Historic Site Act
# Ralph David Abernathy, Sr., National Historic Site Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish a new National Historic Site in Georgia dedicated to Ralph David Abernathy, Sr., a prominent civil rights leader and close associate of Martin Luther King Jr. If passed, the site would be managed by the National Park Service and would preserve and interpret Abernathy's life, legacy, and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement. The bill would authorize funding for the acquisition, development, and operation of the historic site. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects Georgia residents and visitors to the area where the site would be located. More broadly, it impacts the National Park Service, which would take on management responsibilities, and the general public by adding another site dedicated to American civil rights history to the national park system. **Current Status:** The bill (S 2102) is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was sponsored by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA). Bills in committee can be debated, amended, and studied before moving forward for a full chamber vote, or they may not advance further in the legislative process.
Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025
# Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025 - Summary This bill aims to strengthen efforts to prevent child trafficking and protect victims. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, the bill's focus areas include child safety, crime prevention against children, and human trafficking. The legislation appears designed to improve government oversight and information-sharing related to trafficking cases, and to support crime victims in this category. The bill affects federal agencies involved in law enforcement and child protection, as well as trafficking victims and organizations that work with them. It has already passed the Senate and would require House approval to become law. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the Senate and is awaiting consideration in the House of Representatives. For specific details about what provisions are included, you can review the full text on Congress.gov.
Support Small Business Growth Act of 2025
# Support Small Business Growth Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Support Small Business Growth Act of 2025 is legislation designed to help small businesses expand and succeed. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to reduce regulatory burdens, improve access to funding, or provide tax incentives for small business operations. The bill would primarily affect small business owners and entrepreneurs across various industries. **Current Status** As of now, this bill (S 3459) is in the committee review stage in the Senate, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Georgia) introduced the legislation. At this stage, the bill is still in early development and would need to pass committee review, Senate debate, House consideration, and presidential approval before becoming law. **Note:** The full text and specific provisions of this bill were not available in the provided information. For detailed information about exactly what programs or policies it would create or modify, you can visit Congress.gov or the Senator's official website.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act
# Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish the Ocmulgee Mounds area in Georgia as a new National Park and Preserve. Currently, the site operates as a National Monument. Converting it to National Park status would provide stronger protections for the land and potentially increase federal funding and resources. The bill would create formal management structures, including an advisory commission, and authorize hiring of park staff and rangers to maintain and protect the site. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill directly impacts visitors, local communities, and Native American tribes with historical connections to the Ocmulgee Mounds site. The area contains ancient Native American ceremonial mounds with significant archaeological and cultural importance. Key provisions include establishing hiring and employment policies for park staff, setting guidelines for hunting and fishing on the property, and creating mechanisms for tribal consultation and Native American cultural programs. The bill also addresses land transfers and compensation related to the site's management. **Current Status** The bill (S 1131) was introduced by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Georgia) and is currently under committee review in the Senate. It has not yet been voted on or advanced to the full Senate floor.
American Energy Security Act of 2025
# American Energy Security Act of 2025 Summary This bill, introduced by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), aims to strengthen America's energy security, though specific details about its provisions are not publicly available yet. Based on its title, the legislation would likely address how the United States produces, distributes, and secures its energy supplies—a topic that typically spans electricity generation, fuel sources, grid reliability, and energy infrastructure. The bill would affect energy companies, consumers paying utility bills, and potentially workers in energy-related industries. It could also impact environmental policy and energy innovation depending on its specific proposals. **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 Senate. At this stage, it remains in the early legislative process. For the most current details about what this bill would actually do, you can check Congress.gov or Senator Ossoff's official website, as the full text and specific provisions are typically available there once introduced.
Skilled Workforce Act
# Skilled Workforce Act Summary **What the bill would do:** The Skilled Workforce Act (S 2664) aims to strengthen and expand vocational and technical education programs in the United States. While specific details aren't provided in the summary, bills with this title typically focus on creating pathways for workers to gain practical job skills in areas like trades, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology—alternatives to traditional four-year college degrees. **Who it affects:** The bill would primarily impact students, job seekers, community colleges, vocational schools, and employers in industries facing worker shortages. It could also affect federal education funding and state workforce development programs. **Current status:** As of the information provided, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the Senate but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. No action has been taken to advance it further. *Note: For complete details about specific provisions (funding amounts, eligible programs, implementation timelines), you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov, as that information isn't included in this summary.*
Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act
# Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act (S 1879) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prohibit members of Congress and their immediate families from buying and selling individual stocks while serving in office. Instead, lawmakers would be required to place their investments into blind trusts or diversified funds where they cannot see or control specific holdings. The goal is to prevent conflicts of interest and insider trading based on non-public information Congress members receive through their work. **Who It Affects & Key Details** The bill directly affects U.S. senators, representatives, and their spouses and dependent children. It would create restrictions on personal trading while allowing Congress members to keep their existing investments as long as they're moved into compliant accounts. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance, though specific penalties aren't detailed in this summary. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a floor vote in the Senate. This is Senator Jon Ossoff's (D-GA) proposal, and it remains in the early stages of the legislative process. Whether it moves forward depends on committee action and broader congressional priorities.
Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act
# Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act would expand and permanently establish a Veterans Affairs program that helps pay for transportation to medical appointments. Currently, the program only serves veterans in "highly rural" areas, but this bill would extend it to all rural areas as well. It would also increase the maximum grant amount from current levels to $60,000 (or up to $80,000 if vehicles must be purchased to meet disability access requirements), and allow county veterans service organizations and tribal organizations to apply for these grants in addition to existing eligible recipients. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects veterans living in rural and highly rural areas who struggle to access VA medical care due to distance and transportation challenges. It also affects county veterans service organizations, tribal organizations, and the VA, which would administer the expanded program. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.
Improving SCRA Benefit Utilization Act of 2025
# Improving SCRA Benefit Utilization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This bill strengthens financial protections for active-duty military members by expanding the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). Currently, SCRA caps interest rates at 6% annually on debts servicemembers took on before entering active duty—but only if they notify creditors and prove their ability to pay was affected by military service. This bill would make those protections easier to use by requiring creditors to automatically apply the 6% cap to *all* debts with that creditor, not just the specific ones mentioned in the notice. It also requires creditors to provide easy ways for servicemembers to submit required paperwork and mandates better training and outreach to ensure military members know these benefits exist. **Who it affects:** Active-duty servicemembers with existing debts, as well as creditors and lenders who work with military borrowers. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the Senate in May 2025 by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.
Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2024
# Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2024 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2024 would provide federal support and funding for youth sports infrastructure projects across the United States. While specific funding amounts and program details are not listed in the available information, bills of this type typically aim to help communities build, repair, or upgrade athletic facilities like gymnasiums, fields, courts, and recreational centers that serve young people. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily benefit youth in local communities by improving access to sports and recreational facilities. It could affect municipalities and organizations responsible for maintaining these spaces, as well as youth athletes and families who use them. States and local governments might receive grants or other federal assistance to support facility improvements. **Current Status:** The bill (S 1419) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Further details about specific funding mechanisms, eligibility requirements, and program scope would become clearer if and when the bill moves through the legislative process.
Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act of 2025
# Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act of 2025 This bill would require law enforcement agencies to promptly notify the families of people who die, suffer serious injury, or become seriously ill while in police custody. The legislation aims to ensure that families receive timely and accurate information about what happened to their loved ones, rather than learning about such incidents through other means or after delays. The bill would establish federal standards for when and how notification must occur. The bill primarily affects law enforcement agencies at all levels (local, state, and federal), as they would need to comply with new notification procedures. It impacts anyone taken into police custody, as well as their families and relatives who have the right to information about serious incidents. The legislation does not appear to address criminal penalties for non-compliance or specify exactly how much time agencies have to notify families, though these details would likely be included in the final text currently being reviewed. **Current Status:** The bill is in committee as of now, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It would need to pass through committee review, Senate floor votes, House approval, and presidential signature before becoming law.
BCRA of 2025
# BCRA of 2025 Summary I don't have access to the specific text or detailed provisions of S. 687 (BCRA of 2025) to provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would actually do. While I can see it's sponsored by Senator Jon Ossoff and covers topics related to correctional facilities, government oversight, health information, and reproductive health, I cannot reliably tell you the bill's specific provisions, impacts, or mechanisms without access to the full legislative text. **What I'd recommend:** To get accurate information, you can: - Visit **Congress.gov** and search for "S 687" to read the full bill text and summary - Check the bill's status and any committee reports - Review nonpartisan summaries from sources like the Congressional Research Service This ensures you're getting factual, detailed information directly from official sources rather than my incomplete knowledge of this particular bill.
Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025
# Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025 – Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would modernize how the U.S. Forest Service tracks and reports on the condition of America's forests. Currently, the Forest Service's Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program collects data on forest health, wildfires, and management issues. This bill would expand that program to specifically include tracking forest carbon levels and changes in land use and forest cover—information that would be useful for understanding forests' role in climate change. **Who It Affects and Key Changes:** The bill primarily affects the Forest Service and forest management agencies. If passed, they would need to update their data collection methods to be consistent across the country, incorporate new remote sensing technology (like satellite imagery), and create detailed plans for measuring carbon in forests. The Forest Service would be required to update its strategic plan within six months and then every five years after that. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (S. 517) is in committee in the Senate, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full chamber. It was introduced by Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) in the 119th Congress.
Supporting Victims of Human Trafficking Act
# Supporting Victims of Human Trafficking Act (S 361) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to strengthen support for victims of human trafficking and improve law enforcement efforts to combat trafficking crimes. While the full text details aren't provided, based on its classification, the bill likely includes provisions for victim assistance programs, increased funding for anti-trafficking initiatives, and enhanced coordination between law enforcement agencies. Human trafficking—the exploitation of people through force, fraud, or coercion for labor or sexual services—affects thousands of victims annually in the U.S. **Who It Affects** The bill would directly impact trafficking victims by potentially expanding access to services, shelter, and legal protections. It would also affect law enforcement agencies and organizations working on anti-trafficking efforts, who may receive additional resources and guidance. Indirectly, it could influence policies affecting borders, labor industries, and vulnerable populations targeted by traffickers. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) introduced the legislation, and it must pass committee review before advancing further in the legislative process.