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Scientific Integrity ActThis bill requires each federal agency that funds, conducts, or oversees scientific research to adopt and enforce a scientific integrity policy. Under the bill, among other parameters, such policies must (1) ensure that scientific conclusions are not based on political considerations, (2) prohibit the suppression or alteration of findings, and (3) permit researchers to disseminate their findings and engage with the scientific …

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and modifies the Weatherization Assistance Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants for low-income households to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.The bill increases the cap on the average assistance provided per home from $6,500 to $12,000.The bill also directs DOE to include in …

Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act of 2025 or the SAFE Bet Act of 2025This bill establishes minimum federal standards for sports betting. It also requires federal agencies to evaluate the effects of sports betting on public health.The bill prohibits sports betting unless conducted through an approved state program; violations are subject to civil penalties. States administering a sports …

Reentry Act of 2025This bill allows for Medicaid payment of medical services furnished to an incarcerated individual during the 30-day period preceding the individual's release. The Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Payment and Access Commission must report on specified information relating to the accessibility and quality of health care for incarcerated individuals, including the impact of the bill's changes.

Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act of 2025This bill removes the 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services under Medicare.

Medicaid Bump Act This bill increases the Medicaid federal matching rate, also known as the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP), for behavioral health expenses that exceed prior levels (i.e., as of March 31, 2019). The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must specify which services are eligible for the increased FMAP. States must use funds to supplement state funding for …