Olszewski, Johnny [D-MD-2]
Democrat · MD · 9 bills sponsored
Fast Track To and Through College Act
# Fast Track To and Through College Act (HR 7117) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Fast Track To and Through College Act aims to help students complete college more quickly and affordably, though specific details about its provisions are not publicly available in standard legislative databases. Based on its title, the bill likely proposes streamlining pathways for students to enter and progress through college, potentially by reducing barriers or creating new programs to accelerate degree completion. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect high school and college students seeking to earn degrees, as well as potentially community colleges and four-year universities that would need to implement any new requirements or programs created by the legislation. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been assigned to the appropriate House committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken. To learn more about the specific provisions of this bill, you can visit Congress.gov and search for "HR 7117" to access the full text once it becomes available.
Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026
# Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026 (HR 7021) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026 would establish educational programs and initiatives focused on critical mineral mining. Critical minerals are materials essential for modern technology, renewable energy, and defense applications—such as rare earth elements, lithium, and cobalt. If passed, this bill would likely create training programs, educational resources, or curricula related to mining these materials, though specific details about the program structure and funding aren't available in the current public information. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill would primarily affect students, educational institutions, and potentially the mining industry and workforce development sector. It would support people interested in careers in critical mineral extraction and processing. Currently, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the relevant congressional committee for review and discussion but has not yet moved forward for a full House vote. No further action has been taken at this time. **Note:** Limited details are publicly available about this bill's specific provisions, funding levels, or implementation timeline. For comprehensive information about the bill's exact requirements and scope, you may want to check Congress.gov or contact the sponsor's office.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the pardon power of the President.
# Summary of HJRES 135 **What the Bill Would Do:** This proposed constitutional amendment would restrict the President's power to pardon people convicted of federal crimes. Currently, the President can pardon almost anyone for federal offenses with few limitations. If passed, this amendment would change that authority, though the specific restrictions aren't detailed in the available information. Because this is a constitutional amendment rather than a regular law, it would require approval from two-thirds of both the House and Senate, plus ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures to take effect. **Who It Affects and Current Status:** The amendment would primarily affect Presidents and individuals seeking federal pardons. It was introduced by Rep. Johnny Olszewski, a Democrat from Maryland, in the 119th Congress. As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. Constitutional amendments are rarely passed—this represents a significant change to presidential powers that would face a high bar for approval.
To prohibit the removal of Federal employees during any lapse in discretionary appropriations, and for other purposes.
# HR 5599 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would protect federal employees from being fired during a government shutdown. Currently, when Congress fails to pass a budget and discretionary funding lapses, federal agencies can remove employees from their positions. This bill would prohibit that practice. If an employee is terminated in violation of the bill, they could demand to be reinstated once the shutdown ends and receive back pay for the period they were out of work. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects federal civil service employees—workers in agencies like the FBI, EPA, Social Security Administration, and other federal departments. It would also indirectly affect the public by potentially ensuring continuity of federal services and preventing disruption to employee records and benefits during shutdowns. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Johnny Olszewski (D-Maryland) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced to a vote as of now.
Community College Educational Exchange Act
# Community College Educational Exchange Act (HR 4767) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Community College Educational Exchange Act would establish or expand educational exchange programs involving community colleges. While specific details aren't provided in the summary, such bills typically aim to create partnerships or agreements that allow community college students to study at institutions in other states or countries, or facilitate faculty and staff exchanges. The goal is generally to broaden educational opportunities and cross-cultural learning for community college students and educators. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect community college students, faculty, and staff across the United States. It could also impact community colleges themselves as institutions, potentially requiring them to participate in or support exchange programs. Students from lower-income backgrounds who attend community colleges might especially benefit from expanded educational opportunities. **Current Status:** HR 4767 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Johnny Olszewski (D-MD). At this stage, the bill is under review and discussion, with no guaranteed path to passage.
African Union Diplomatic Parity Act
# African Union Diplomatic Parity Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The African Union Diplomatic Parity Act would establish equal diplomatic recognition and treatment for the African Union (AU) in the United States, similar to the status given to other major international organizations. This likely means the AU would receive the same privileges, immunities, and official standing as comparable multilateral organizations currently enjoy under U.S. law. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects U.S.-African relations and the African Union itself. It could impact diplomats and officials working for the AU in the United States, as well as U.S. relations with African nations collectively. It may also affect how U.S. government agencies interact with AU representatives and operations. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee (HR 4196, introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Johnny Olszewski Jr., D-MD), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Without additional details about specific provisions in the bill text, the exact mechanisms for achieving "parity" and what specific changes would be made are unclear.
To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Director of the Bureau of the Census to conduct a study and submit a report about how Federal agencies identify and record cases of housing loss in the United States, and for other purposes.
# HR 3988 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require two federal agencies—the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Census Bureau—to study how the government currently tracks and records housing loss across America. Housing loss refers to situations where people lose their homes, such as through eviction, foreclosure, or homelessness. The bill asks these agencies to examine their existing methods, identify gaps in data collection, and submit a report on their findings to Congress. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill would primarily affect the federal agencies involved and could influence policymakers' understanding of housing instability nationwide. By examining how different agencies currently measure housing loss, the study could help identify whether the government has complete information about this problem or if certain cases are being missed or poorly documented. This information could eventually help Congress and federal agencies better address housing issues. **Current Status** HR 3988 was introduced by Representative Johnny Olszewski (D-MD) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken on the bill at this time.
SBIR/STTR Pilot Extension Act
# SBIR/STTR Pilot Extension Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would extend pilot programs under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) initiatives. These are federal programs that provide grants and contracts to small businesses and research institutions to develop innovative technologies. By extending the pilots, the bill would continue testing new approaches to how these programs operate and distribute funding. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects small businesses, startups, and research institutions that participate in or compete for SBIR/STTR funding. These programs are administered through various federal agencies (like the Department of Defense and National Institutes of Health) and help small companies commercialize new technologies and innovations. **Current Status** HR 3851 was introduced by Rep. Johnny Olszewski (D-MD) and is currently in committee. This means it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
To provide employment protections for, and reinstatement of, certain probationary Federal career employees, and for other purposes.
# HR 2880 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 2880 would provide job protections and reinstatement rights for federal employees who are still in their probationary period (typically the first few years of employment). The bill aims to ensure that probationary federal workers have certain employment safeguards and could be rehired if they are fired or let go. The specific protections and reinstatement procedures would apply to "certain" probationary employees, though the bill summary doesn't detail exactly which federal workers would qualify. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects federal government employees during their probationary employment period, as well as federal agencies that hire and manage these workers. It could impact thousands of federal workers across different government departments and agencies. **Current Status** HR 2880 was introduced by Representative Johnny Olszewski (D-MD) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced to a vote and has not become law.