ALFORD, MARK (a Representative from Missouri)

Amendments

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs, and related agencies: making appropriations for military construction and veterans’ services (H.R. 8469), H3501 [14MY]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H4409 [13JY]

Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 8205), H3344 [7MY]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment (see H. Res. 229, 858), H1173 [21JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2120 [10FE]

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H3047 [21AP]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H253 [8JA]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize regional innovation program (see H.R. 8866), H3550 [15MY]

Dept. of Defense: assess use of intergovernmental support agreements to carry out unspecified minor military construction projects (see H.R. 9738), H4622 [16JY]

——— update guidance for Junior ROTC program to evaluate effects of Junior ROTC instructor pay scale on recruitment and retention (see H.R. 9403), H4206 [23JN]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of professional degree (see H.R. 6718), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: exempt from certain prohibitions relative to unmanned aircraft system to allow for development of systems to protect nuclear assets and facilities related to national security (see H.R. 8935), H3669 [20MY]

Dept. of HHS: establish interagency working group on peer-to-peer behavioral health programs for law enforcement officers and first responders (see H.R. 8493), H3091 [23AP]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H4247 [24JN]

Dept. of Homeland Security: expand eligibility for special overtime pay to U.S. Border Patrol agents of certain pay grade (see H.R. 8956), H3722 [21MY]

Dept. of HUD: recognize auditable and verifiable systems that identify Build America, Buy America Act compliant materials for new home construction (see H.R. 9194), H3991 [8JN]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— expand funding opportunities for local law enforcement under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) Program and Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program (see H.R. 8564), H3727 [21MY]

——— simplify claim process for beneficiaries of public safety officers who die from heart attack or stroke to receive payment through Public Safety Office Benefit Program (see H.R. 9845), H5174 [22JY]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H4208 [23JN]

Dept. of Transportation: direct Federal Railroad Administration to identify potential benefits and challenges of implementing and using sensors enabled with artificial intelligence (AI) as safety measure at rail crossings (see H.R. 3647), H2120 [10FE]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2370 [3MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

FEC: prohibit distribution of materially deceptive artificial intelligence (AI)-generated audio or visual media relating to candidates for Federal office (see H.R. 5272), H2832 [9AP]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1922 [30JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see H.R. 45), H5024 [21JY]

Federal aid programs: ensure fair treatment of certain charitable organizations and recipients of Federal financial assistance (see H.R. 8117), H3334 [30AP]

Financial institutions: prohibit certain financial service providers who deny fair access to financial services from using taxpayer funded discount window lending programs (see H.R. 987), H5178 [22JY]

Firearms: clarify liability protections for firearms and associated manufacturers and retailers (see H.R. 9298), H5179 [22JY]

——— ensure that certain operations, functions, and services of Federal Government relating to enforcement of firearms laws and firearm export licensing continue during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 5874), H5024 [21JY]

——— prohibit State excise taxes on firearms and ammunition manufacturers and dealers (see H.R. 2442), H5024 [21JY]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2188 [11FE]

FTC: require manufacturers of motor vehicles to provide motor vehicle owners with access to and use of motor vehicle data of motor vehicles (see H.R. 6687), H2236 [20FE]

Health: prohibit health care professionals, hospitals, or clinics from participating in chemical or surgical mutilation of child and provide private right of action for those damaged by such procedures (see H.R. 5483), H2818 [30MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H4381 [9JY]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2822 [2AP]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H4128 [18JN]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: limit application of State laws relative to law enforcement uniform requirements (see H.R. 5581), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H4682 [20JY]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2926 [15AP]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H4208 [23JN]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H3742 [29MY]

Medicare/Medicaid: adjust coverage and payment for certified community behavioral health clinic services (see H.R. 8487), H3091 [23AP]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2832 [9AP]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1301), H3727 [21MY]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Park Service: establish, fund, and provide for use of amounts in America’s Legacy Restoration Fund to address public lands maintenance backlog (see H.R. 9250), H4247 [24JN]

National Teacher Appreciation Week: observance (see H. Res. 1254), H3337 [4MY]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2120 [10FE]

Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe: recognize Charleston, SC, as appropriate host city for 2027 Parliamentary Assembly annual meeting (see H. Res. 1451), H5197 [23JY]

Patriotism: express appreciation and recognition for contributions of American cowboy and historic cattle trails in advancing American history (see H. Res. 1152), H2821 [2AP]

Postal Service: ensure it remains independent establishment of Federal Government and is not subject to privatization (see H. Res. 70), H3455 [13MY]

——— facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2835 [13AP]

Power resources: include fuel for ocean going vessels as additional renewable fuel for which credits may be generated under renewable fuel program (see H.R. 1896), H4370 [2JY]

Real estate: exempt small seller financers from certain licensing requirements (see H.R. 6511), H1173 [21JA]

Specialist Jeffrey L. White, Jr., Post Office, Pacific, MO: change address (see H.R. 8359), H3126 [27AP]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H3629 [19MY]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H4409 [13JY]

——— expand and improve advanced manufacturing production tax credit (see H.R. 8780), H4055 [9JN]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H3394 [12MY]

——— limit eligibility for premium tax credit to individuals enrolled in qualified health plans that offer at least one qualified health plan which provides option to make monthly cost-sharing payments (see H.R. 9455), H4261 [25JN]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

——— remove private or commercial golf courses and country clubs from list of uses for which certain proceeds cannot be used (see H.R. 1583), H3333 [30AP]

Trump, Donald J.: expunge impeachments of December 18, 2019, and January 13, 2021 (see H. Res. 1211), H3091 [23AP]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see H.R. 2102), H1949 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see H.R. 1502), H4375 [6JY]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2961 [16AP]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Americans With Disabilities Act: include privately owned or operated consumer facing websites and mobile applications and establish web accessibility compliance standards for such websites and applications (see H.R. 9539), H4363 [30JN]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: review all foreign transactions involving real estate, businesses, critical infrastructure, or assets surrounding facilities associated with U.S. nuclear triad (see H.R. 8258), H2885 [14AP]

Dept. of Justice: provide for inclusion of information related to developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia, in alerts issued through Ashanti Alert communications network (see H.R. 9118), H3828 [3JN]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reimburse veterans for cost of emergency medical transportation to Federal facility (see H.R. 9212), H4052 [9JN]

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

FDA: codify definition of beef and poultry for labeling purposes, reinforce existing misbranding provisions to eliminate consumer confusion, and enhance Dept. of Agriculture labeling enforcement measures (see H.R. 8596), H3329 [30AP]

Federal employees: prohibit certain adverse information related to late or missed payments during Government shutdown by furloughed or unpaid Federal employee from being included in consumer reports (see H.R. 9828), H5174 [22JY]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): tribute to tremendous effort undertaken by Kansas City, MO, Kansas, and surrounding communities in getting heartland ready for World Cup (see H. Res. 1367), H4117 [15JN]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Wathan, John: Kansas City Royals (baseball team) Hall of Fame inductee (see H. Res. 1401), H4364 [30JN]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Americans With Disabilities Act: include privately owned or operated consumer facing websites and mobile applications and establish web accessibility compliance standards for such websites and applications (H.R. 9539), H4365 [30JN]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: review all foreign transactions involving real estate, businesses, critical infrastructure, or assets surrounding facilities associated with U.S. nuclear triad (H.R. 8258), H2886 [14AP]

Dept. of Justice: provide for inclusion of information related to developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia, in alerts issued through Ashanti Alert communications network (H.R. 9118), H3829 [3JN]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reimburse veterans for cost of emergency medical transportation to Federal facility (H.R. 9212), H4054 [9JN]

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (H.R. 7680), H2329 [25FE]

FDA: codify definition of beef and poultry for labeling purposes, reinforce existing misbranding provisions to eliminate consumer confusion, and enhance Dept. of Agriculture labeling enforcement measures (H.R. 8596), H3332 [30AP]

Federal employees: prohibit certain adverse information related to late or missed payments during Government shutdown by furloughed or unpaid Federal employee from being included in consumer reports (H.R. 9828), H5177 [22JY]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (H.R. 7727), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Agriculture, rural development, FDA, and related agencies programs: making appropriations (H.R. 8646), H3843 [4JN]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1314 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), Senate amendment, H3311, H3321, H3322 [30AP]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, H3311 [30AP]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), H2748 [26MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H203 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs, and related agencies: making appropriations for military construction and veterans’ services (H.R. 8469), H3489 [14MY]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H739 [14JA]

Hargis, Alverta G. Harvey: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously, E359• [23AP]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), H3389 [12MY]

Information technology: authorize small business loans to finance access to modern business software (H.R. 915), H4142 [23JN]

Kemp, Tyler: SBA Missouri Small Business Person of the Year award recipient, E430• [12MY]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock purchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (H.R. 7008), H5147 [22JY]

——— prohibit transactions involving certain financial instruments by Members and their spouses (H.R. 3388), H5147 [22JY]

National security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 8595), H4482 [15JY]

Religion: historical importance of Christian values, H3389 [12MY]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H932 [20JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

Wathan, John: Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame inductee, H4616 [16JY]

Tributes

Laffoon, Don, E362• [23AP]

Talbott, Minnie Mae, E370• [27AP]