Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]
Democrat · FL · 13 bills sponsored
No Escaping Justice Act of 2026
# No Escaping Justice Act of 2026 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The No Escaping Justice Act of 2026 (HR 7857) is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on. Based on its title, the bill appears intended to address issues related to preventing individuals from evading legal accountability, though specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Without access to the bill's full text, the precise mechanics of how it would achieve this goal cannot be determined from the title alone. **Current Status** This bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL). Being "in committee" means it has not yet advanced to a full House floor vote. The bill would need to pass committee review, gain House approval, then go through the Senate before potentially becoming law. **Note**: For a complete understanding of who would be affected and the bill's specific provisions, you would need to review the full text of HR 7857 on Congress.gov or similar legislative databases, as the summary information available here is limited.
Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026
# Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026 (HR 7856) **What the Bill Would Do:** Based on its title and sponsorship, this bill appears designed to protect domestic violence survivors in their housing situations. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, fair housing protections for survivors typically address issues like preventing housing discrimination based on abuse history, allowing lease breaks for safety reasons, and protecting victims' privacy from abusers seeking rental information. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect domestic violence survivors seeking housing or maintaining existing leases, as well as landlords and property managers who would need to comply with new fair housing requirements. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. No additional details about specific provisions are publicly available at this stage. --- *Note: For complete and current information about this bill's specific provisions, recommended next steps would be to check Congress.gov or contact the bill's sponsor's office.*
Jaime’s Law
# Jaime's Law (HR 7564) Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 7564 to provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would do. While I can see it's sponsored by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) and is currently in committee, the bill's actual provisions, subject matter, and intended effects aren't available in the information provided. **To get accurate information about Jaime's Law, I'd recommend:** - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for "HR 7564" to see the full bill text and summary - Checking the sponsor's official website for details on the bill's purpose - Looking at any press releases from Representative Wasserman Schultz's office This will ensure you have factual, complete information about what the bill would do and who it affects.
Sammy’s Law
# Sammy's Law Summary **What It Would Do:** Sammy's Law would require large social media platforms to allow parental monitoring software to access and manage children's accounts and activity. Under this bill, parents or guardians could authorize safety software providers to view their child's data, manage interactions and settings, and monitor their social media use. The software providers would be required to register with a governing body and could only share a child's data with parents/guardians in limited cases—specifically when the child faces or may face serious harms like suicide risk, eating disorders, sexual abuse, harassment, or academic dishonesty. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects children under 17, their parents and guardians, social media companies (especially large platforms), and makers of parental monitoring software. Social media platforms would be required to create mechanisms allowing this oversight, while software companies would gain access to monitor children's accounts on these platforms. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 2657) was introduced by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.
Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act
# Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act Summary **What It Does:** This bill directs the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC)—the federal agency that maintains U.S. military cemeteries abroad—to identify Jewish service members who were buried in overseas military cemeteries with incorrect religious markers on their graves. Once identified, the ABMC must contact their families and descendants to inform them of the error. The bill requires the ABMC to hire a nonprofit organization to run this restoration program for at least 10 years. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects Jewish military families whose loved ones are buried in U.S. military cemeteries outside the United States. It also impacts the ABMC and nonprofit organizations that would carry out the identification and notification work. Broadly, it touches on how the military honors the religious identities of fallen service members from all backgrounds. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is now in the legislative process. The legislation addresses a historical issue where some Jewish service members were buried with religious markers that didn't reflect their faith, and seeks to correct these records and notify families so they can be properly honored according to their religious heritage.
Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims’ Rights Act
# Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims' Rights Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill aims to strengthen protections and rights for crime victims. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on ensuring victims have better access to information about their cases, the right to be heard during legal proceedings, and improved notification of court dates and case outcomes. The bill is named after Courtney Wild, a victim in a high-profile criminal case. **Who It Affects:** The legislation would primarily benefit crime victims by giving them greater voice and involvement in the criminal justice process. It could also affect courts and law enforcement agencies, which would need to implement new victim notification and communication procedures. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5506 remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
To amend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to reauthorize certain programs, and for other purposes.
# HR 4751 Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 4751 would update and extend the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, a federal law that sets safety standards for swimming pools and spas. The bill would reauthorize certain programs under this law, meaning it would renew funding and authority for existing safety initiatives. The specific programs and amendments aren't detailed in the available information, but the bill addresses pool and spa safety regulations and oversight. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect pool and spa owners, operators, and facilities across the country, as well as swimmers and families who use these facilities. It could also impact manufacturers of pool and spa equipment that must comply with safety standards. State and local governments that enforce these safety rules would also be involved in implementation. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in either chamber of Congress. Further details about specific safety provisions or program changes would require additional legislative documents.
Reducing Hereditary Cancer Act
# Reducing Hereditary Cancer Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand Medicare coverage to include genetic testing for hereditary cancer mutations. If passed, it would allow Medicare to pay for tests that identify whether someone has inherited genes that significantly increase their cancer risk (such as BRCA1/BRCA2). The bill would also cover preventive surgeries and enhanced screening procedures for Medicare beneficiaries who test positive for these mutations. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects Medicare recipients who have a personal or family history of hereditary cancer or suspect they may carry cancer-related genetic mutations. By covering genetic testing upfront, the legislation aims to identify at-risk individuals early so they can pursue preventive measures. The coverage would extend beyond just the genetic test itself to include follow-up risk-reducing surgeries and intensive screening programs—potentially helping people avoid cancer development or catch it at earlier, more treatable stages. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. Sponsored by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), it remains under review and would require committee approval and a full House vote before proceeding.
EARLY Act Reauthorization of 2025
# EARLY Act Reauthorization of 2025 Summary **What the bill does:** This bill reauthorizes the EARLY Act (Encouraging Academic Research and Youth Leadership Act), a federal program that supports youth development and research initiatives. By reauthorizing the program, Congress would extend its funding and operations, allowing it to continue providing grants and support to educational institutions and youth organizations that participate in academic research and leadership development. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily benefits students, educators, and institutions involved in academic research programs. It would also affect youth organizations and schools that receive federal funding through the EARLY Act to support leadership development activities and research opportunities for young people. **Current status:** As of now, the bill (HR 4541) remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is an early stage in the legislative process, meaning it is still being reviewed and discussed by the relevant congressional committees before any floor vote could occur. *Note: Specific details about funding amounts, program modifications, or particular youth initiatives are not provided in the available information. For complete details on the bill's provisions, you can review the full text on Congress.gov.*
No Cages in the Everglades Act
# No Cages in the Everglades Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 4542 would prohibit the construction or operation of animal confinement facilities in the Everglades National Park and surrounding protected areas in Florida. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title and name suggest it aims to prevent large-scale animal agriculture or commercial animal operations in these environmentally sensitive ecosystems. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact any businesses or entities planning to develop animal farming or confinement operations in the Everglades region. It would also affect Florida residents and the broader public interested in preserving the ecological integrity of one of the United States' most significant and protected wetland ecosystems. **Current Status** As of now, HR 4542 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 119th Congress. No further action has been taken, meaning the proposal is still in its early legislative stage.
BIRD Energy and U.S.-Israel Energy Center Reauthorization Act of 2025
# BIRD Energy and U.S.-Israel Energy Center Reauthorization Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would reauthorize two existing energy cooperation programs between the United States and Israel. The BIRD (Binational Industrial Research and Development) Energy program funds joint research projects in energy technology between American and Israeli companies and researchers. The U.S.-Israel Energy Center supports collaborative work in energy innovation. By reauthorizing these programs, Congress would continue their funding and operations, allowing them to pursue new energy research initiatives. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects energy researchers, scientists, and companies in both the U.S. and Israel that participate in these collaborative programs. It also impacts the federal budget, as it would allocate government funding for these research partnerships. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the House by Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Florida) in the 119th Congress and is currently under review in committee. It has not yet been voted on by either chamber of Congress.
PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025
# PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill extends and updates two federal programs focused on fighting child exploitation through 2028. It reauthorizes the National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention (a DOJ plan to combat child exploitation) and the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program (a network of state and local law enforcement teams investigating online sexual abuse of children). The bill simplifies the National Strategy's requirements from 19 elements to 9, and changes how often the strategy must be updated from every two years to every four years. **Who It Affects:** The bill impacts law enforcement agencies, the Justice Department, and ultimately aims to protect children from online sexual exploitation. State and local police departments that participate in ICAC task forces would continue receiving support and coordination through the reauthorized program. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (HR 1274, sponsored by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-FL), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
REVOCAR Act of 2025
# REVOCAR Act of 2025 Summary **What It Would Do:** The REVOCAR Act would ban U.S. individuals and companies from investing in, trading with, or doing business in Venezuela's energy sector. This includes prohibiting financial support, goods, or services to Venezuela's state-owned oil company (PDVSA) and the government of Nicolas Maduro. The restrictions would last until December 31, 2027, or earlier if the President confirms that Maduro's government has acknowledged the opposition's claimed electoral victory from July 2024 and handed over power to the democratically elected government. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts U.S. oil companies, financial institutions, and investors with ties to Venezuelan energy operations. It also affects the Venezuelan government and state oil company by cutting them off from American capital and business partnerships. Indirectly, it may influence global oil markets and energy prices, since Venezuela is a major oil producer. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The legislation is framed as a human rights measure intended to pressure the Maduro government regarding electoral practices and governance.