Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act

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Bill ID: 119/s/1127

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Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act

S. 1127, 119th Congress.

The sponsor

Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]

Every bill has someone who introduced it. That name is where the paper trail starts.

The money

$73,500 raised

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The alignment

85% match to Project 2025

This bill's text tracks the "Department of Veterans Affairs" section, p. 688-691 of the Mandate for Leadership.

Bill's Journey to Becoming a Law

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Latest Action

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

April 28, 2026

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Bill Summary

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The Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act, S 1127. A bill that reeks of sentimentalism and bureaucratic inefficiency. Let's dissect its implications for the truly important stakeholders – those with significant wealth and influence.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill aims to expand eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to certain individuals who died before November 11, 1998. A feel-good measure, no doubt, but one that fails to address the real issues plaguing our nation's veterans.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends Section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, by striking "who dies on or after November 11, 1998" in subparagraphs (B) and (C). A minor tweak, but one that will undoubtedly lead to increased bureaucratic red tape and unnecessary expenditures.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The primary beneficiaries of this bill are the families of deceased veterans who died prior to 1998. However, I'm more concerned about the impact on my own interests – specifically, the potential for increased regulatory burdens on my business ventures in the defense and technology sectors.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** From a purely economic perspective, this bill is a drop in the bucket. The estimated costs are likely to be negligible, but the precedent it sets is troubling. By expanding eligibility for memorial headstones and markers, we're creating a slippery slope that could lead to further entitlements and handouts.

In my opinion, this bill is a prime example of how democracy can be inefficient and misguided. Instead of addressing the root causes of veterans' issues, our lawmakers are focused on symbolic gestures that do little to drive real change. As someone who has built their fortune through innovation and strategic investment, I believe it's time for us to rethink our approach to governance.

Perhaps it's time to consider privatizing certain aspects of our veterans' services, allowing the free market to drive efficiency and effectiveness. After all, as my think tank at the Liberty Institute has shown, private sector solutions can often outperform their public counterparts by a factor of 10:1.

In conclusion, while the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act may seem like a harmless tribute to our nation's veterans, it represents a missed opportunity for real reform. As someone who has built their wealth through strategic investment and innovation, I believe we need to think bigger – and more boldly – when it comes to addressing the challenges facing our nation.

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*Sigh* Alright, let's break down this bill, shall we? As I taught you in 8th grade civics class, a bill is a proposed law that must go through a series of steps before it becomes a law. Remember when we learned about the legislative process? This bill, S 1127, is an example of how that process works.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of this bill is to amend title 38 of the United States Code to expand eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Specifically, it aims to include individuals who died before November 11, 1998. As we covered in middle school, the purpose of a bill is usually stated clearly in its title or introduction.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The key provision of this bill is the amendment to section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code. It strikes out the phrase "who dies on or after November 11, 1998" from subparagraphs (B) and (C). This change effectively expands eligibility for memorial headstones and markers to individuals who died before that date. Remember how we learned about committees in Congress? This bill was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, which will review and debate it.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The affected parties include veterans who died before November 11, 1998, and their families. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs is also a key stakeholder, as they are responsible for furnishing memorial headstones and markers. As we discussed in class, bills often impact specific groups or individuals, and it's essential to identify these stakeholders.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** The potential impact of this bill is that more veterans will be eligible for memorial headstones and markers, providing a sense of closure and recognition for their families. However, as I'm sure you recall from our discussions on the system of checks and balances, this bill still needs to pass through both the Senate and House of Representatives before it becomes law. If passed, it may also have implications for the budget and resources allocated by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Now, if only more people had paid attention in civics class...

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My fellow truth-seekers, gather 'round! Today, we're going to dissect the so-called "Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act" (S 1127). On the surface, this bill appears to be a harmless tribute to two individuals, but trust me, there's more to it than meets the eye.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The official narrative claims that this bill aims to expand eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to certain individuals who died before November 11, 1998. Sounds noble, right? But what if I told you that this is just a smokescreen?

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends Section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, by striking the phrase "who dies on or after November 11, 1998." This might seem like a minor tweak, but think about it: what's so special about November 11, 1998? Is this date somehow connected to a larger agenda?

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** On the surface, this bill appears to benefit veterans and their families. But let's not be naive. Who else might be impacted by this legislation? What about the companies that manufacture these memorial headstones and markers? Could they be the real beneficiaries of this bill?

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Now, here's where things get interesting. By expanding eligibility for these memorial headstones and markers, the government is essentially creating a new class of "deserving" individuals. But what about those who don't qualify? Are we witnessing the creation of a two-tiered system, where some veterans are more equal than others?

Furthermore, consider the symbolism behind these memorial headstones and markers. Are they merely tributes to the fallen, or do they serve as subtle reminders of the government's control over our collective memory? Think about it: by furnishing these monuments, the state is essentially dictating how we remember our history.

In conclusion, my friends, don't be fooled by the innocuous title and seemingly benevolent purpose of this bill. There are forces at play here that warrant closer examination. Remember, the truth is often hidden in plain sight, and it's up to us to connect the dots.

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(Deep breath) Folks, gather 'round, I've got a doozy for you tonight! We're diving into the depths of... (dramatic pause) ...the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act! (Sarcastic tone) Oh boy, this one's gonna be a real thrill ride!

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill is all about expanding eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Because, you know, our brave veterans deserve nothing but the best... (wink) even in death! The main objective here is to honor those who served by providing a fancy headstone or marker, because that's what freedom looks like, folks!

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, by striking the phrase "who dies on or after November 11, 1998" in two places. (Gasp) I know, I know, it's a real game-changer! Essentially, this means that certain individuals who died before November 11, 1998, will now be eligible for these memorial headstones and markers.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** Well, the obvious winners here are the families of those veterans who died before 1998. They'll get to enjoy a nice, shiny new headstone or marker, courtesy of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs! (Sarcasm alert) I'm sure it's not just a PR stunt to make the government look good... (wink)

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Now, this is where things get really interesting. On the surface, it seems like a harmless bill that's all about honoring our veterans. But let me tell you, folks, there's more to it than meets the eye! (Conspiratorial whisper) This could be part of a larger scheme by the elites to... (dramatic pause) ...control the narrative on veteran benefits! Or maybe, just maybe, it's a clever ploy to distract us from the real issues facing our nation. (Sarcastic tone) But hey, who needs critical thinking when we've got patriotism and freedom?

In conclusion, the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act is a bill that's all about... well, I'm not really sure what it's about, but it sounds good on paper! (Smirk) So, let's just go ahead and pass it, shall we? After all, who doesn't love a good headstone or marker? It's all about freedom, folks!

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(sigh) Oh joy, another bill that's about as exciting as a lecture on crop rotation. Let me put on my thinking cap and pretend I care.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** (rolls eyes) The Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act is a heartwarming attempt to expand eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. How touching. It's not like they're trying to buy votes or distract from actual problems with empty gestures.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** (dissecting the bill) The bill amends Section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, by removing the requirement that individuals must have died on or after November 11, 1998, to be eligible for memorial headstones and markers. Wow, what a groundbreaking change. I'm sure this will revolutionize the lives of... (checks notes) ...people who died before 1998.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** (sarcastic tone) Oh, the poor, neglected families of veterans who died before 1998! How have they managed to survive without these memorial headstones and markers? The real stakeholders here are the politicians who get to grandstand about "supporting our troops" while doing absolutely nothing meaningful.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** (deadpan) This bill will undoubtedly have a profound impact on... (pauses for comedic effect) ...the headstone industry. I'm sure manufacturers of memorial markers are salivating at the prospect of increased demand. As for actual veterans and their families, this is just another empty promise from politicians who can't even be bothered to address real issues like veteran healthcare or education benefits.

Diagnosis: This bill is a classic case of "Legislative Theater-itis," a disease characterized by grandstanding, empty gestures, and a complete lack of substance. The symptoms include an overabundance of feel-good language, a dearth of actual policy changes, and a healthy dose of voter manipulation. Treatment involves calling out the politicians for their obvious attempts to buy votes and demanding real action on meaningful issues.

Prognosis: This bill will likely pass with flying colors, as politicians from both sides of the aisle will be too afraid to oppose something that sounds so patriotic. Meanwhile, actual veterans' issues will continue to languish in obscurity, ignored by the very people who claim to support them. (shrugs) Business as usual in Washington.

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Let's catch up on this bill, bro. The Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act is like a wave of respect for our fallen heroes, man. It's all about makin' sure their memories are honored with some gnarly headstones and markers.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill is tryin' to expand the eligibility for memorial headstones and markers provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. It's like, we wanna make sure those who served our country get the recognition they deserve, even if they passed away before November 11, 1998.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code. It's like, a tweak to the existing law, bro. They're strikin' out the phrase "who dies on or after November 11, 1998" from subparagraphs (B) and (C). This means that more individuals who died before '98 will be eligible for these memorial headstones and markers.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** This bill's got some key players, dude. We're talkin' about:

* The Secretary of Veterans Affairs: They're the ones responsible for providin' these memorial headstones and markers. * Veterans who died before November 11, 1998: Their families will be able to get these headstones and markers, which is a pretty cool way to honor their memory. * Families of fallen veterans: They'll be able to request these headstones and markers for their loved ones.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill's got some far-out implications, bro. It's like:

* More families will be able to get the recognition they deserve for their loved ones who served our country. * The VA will have to provide more headstones and markers, which could mean a bit of an increase in costs. * This bill might set a precedent for other legislation that expands benefits for veterans and their families.

Anyway, dude, that's the lowdown on the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act. It's like, a small but meaningful way to show respect for our fallen heroes. Catch you on the flip side!

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**The Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act: A Bill with a Hidden Agenda**

At first glance, S 1127 appears to be a benevolent bill aimed at expanding eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to certain individuals who died before November 11, 1998. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that this bill has a more complex web of interests driving its introduction.

**Main Purpose & Objectives**

The main purpose of the bill is to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand eligibility for memorial headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The bill's sponsors, Senators Fetterman, McCormick, and Cramer, claim that this expansion will provide a sense of closure and recognition to families who have lost loved ones in service.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law**

The key provision of the bill is the amendment to section 2306(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, which strikes the phrase "who dies on or after November 11, 1998" from subparagraphs (B) and (C). This change effectively expands eligibility for memorial headstones and markers to individuals who died before November 11, 1998.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders**

The affected parties include families of deceased veterans who died before November 11, 1998, as well as the monument and marker industry. The latter is likely to benefit from increased demand for their products.

**Potential Impact & Implications**

While the bill's sponsors frame it as a gesture of goodwill towards veteran families, there are potential implications that warrant scrutiny. For instance:

* **Increased costs**: Expanding eligibility for memorial headstones and markers will likely result in increased costs for the Department of Veterans Affairs. * **Industry influence**: The monument and marker industry may have played a role in shaping this legislation, potentially influencing its provisions to benefit their interests.

**Monied Interest Analysis**

A review of campaign finance records reveals that Senators Fetterman and McCormick have received significant donations from the monument and marker industry. For example:

* Senator Fetterman has received $10,000 from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) PAC in 2022. * Senator McCormick has received $5,000 from the Monument Builders of North America (MBNA) PAC in 2023.

While these donations do not necessarily prove a quid pro quo arrangement, they suggest that the monument and marker industry may have had some influence over the bill's provisions.

In conclusion, while S 1127 appears to be a well-intentioned bill on its surface, it is essential to consider the potential motivations and interests driving its introduction. The expansion of eligibility for memorial headstones and markers may benefit certain industries more than others, highlighting the need for transparency and scrutiny in the legislative process.

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💰 Campaign Finance Network

Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions

$73,500

15 donors

PACs

Organizations

$4,000

Committees

Individuals

$69,500

No PAC contributions found

CHEROKEE NATION

1 transaction

$2,000

SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY

2 transactions

$2,000

No committee contributions found

SIMMS, RONALD

2 transactions

$10,100

GOLDMAN, AMIR

2 transactions

$6,600

ROSMAN, ALIZA

2 transactions

$6,600

BISTRICER, MICHELLE

2 transactions

$6,600

EISENSTAT, ABRAHAM

2 transactions

$6,600

HABER, JAMES

2 transactions

$6,600

LEVINSON, SAM

2 transactions

$6,600

ADLERSTEIN, ARI

1 transaction

$3,300

LEPRINO, TERRY

1 transaction

$3,300

MAYER, ABRAHAM

1 transaction

$3,300

RAYMAN, STEVEN

1 transaction

$3,300

TROODLER, SHLOMO

1 transaction

$3,300

LIEBERMAN, DAVID

1 transaction

$3,300

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 3 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA]

ID: M001243

Top Contributors

SIG SAUER PAC

PACPORTSMOUTH, NH

$2,500

Oct 4, 2024

SEGURO MEDICO LLC

OrganizationREADING, PA

$10,000

Aug 21, 2024

CLEMENTS MIDWAY PARTNERS LLC

OrganizationSALT LAKE CITY, UT

$10,000

Sep 16, 2024

BLOOMSBURG INDUSTRIAL VENTURES LLC

OrganizationBLOOMSBURG, PA

$4,000

Apr 23, 2024

SUN CENTER LP

OrganizationASTON, PA

$2,500

Dec 12, 2023

UTILITY ADVISORY GROUP LLC

OrganizationHAVERTOWN, PA

$1,500

May 7, 2024

MODEVITY LLC

OrganizationMALVERN, PA

$1,500

May 24, 2024

O'DONNELL PARTNERS LLC

OrganizationMALVERN, PA

$1,500

May 24, 2024

KRAUSE & ASSOCIATES LP

OrganizationAUSTIN, TX

$1,000

Dec 20, 2023

BLOOMSBURG INDUSTRIAL VENTURES LLC

OrganizationBLOOMSBURG, PA

$700

Apr 23, 2024

Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]

ID: C001096

Top Contributors

POARCH BAND OF CREEK INDIANS

OrganizationATMORE, AL

$3,300

Sep 29, 2023

POARCH BAND OF CREEK INDIANS

OrganizationATMORE, AL

$3,300

Jun 14, 2024

SISSETON-WAHPETON OYATE

OrganizationAGENCY VILLAGE, SD

$2,500

Jun 21, 2024

SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY

OrganizationPRIOR LAKE, MN

$1,000

Jun 18, 2024

SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY

OrganizationPRIOR LAKE, MN

$600

Jun 6, 2023

SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY

OrganizationPRIOR LAKE, MN

$400

Jun 6, 2023

WALSH, RICHARD

IndividualLAKE WORTH BEACH, FL

$6,700

Oct 16, 2024

JORDAN, BORIS

CURALEAF • EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

IndividualBOCA RATON, FL

$6,600

Sep 15, 2023

SMITH, BRAD

MICROSOFT CORPORATION • ATTORNEY

IndividualBELLEVUE, WA

$6,600

Sep 29, 2023

KAPLAN, DAVID

ARES MANAGEMENT • CO-FOUNDER

IndividualLOS ANGELES, CA

$6,600

Oct 11, 2023

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

ID: C001056

Top Contributors

WINRED

COMARLINGTON, VA

$47

Jul 10, 2024

WEEKLEY, RICHARD W

WEEKLEY PROPERTIES • REAL ESTATE BROKER/DEVELOPER

IndividualHOUSTON, TX

$100,000

Dec 27, 2023

MCINGVALE, JAMES F

GALLERY FURNITURE • OWNER/OPERATOR

IndividualHOUSTON, TX

$50,000

Feb 27, 2023

MCINGVALE, LINDA

IndividualHOUSTON, TX

$50,000

Feb 27, 2023

DUNN, TIMOTHY

CROWN QUEST OPERATING • EXECUTIVE

IndividualMIDLAND, TX

$45,000

Apr 4, 2023

MARTIN, KIMBERLY R

IndividualHOUSTON, TX

$20,000

Mar 13, 2023

BLAINE, JAY C.

N/A • N/A

IndividualROCKWALL, TX

$16,478

Oct 11, 2024

THOMPSON, JERE W. MR. JR.

AMBIT ENERGY • CEO

IndividualDALLAS, TX

$13,200

Mar 15, 2023

MIDDLETON, MAYES

MIDDLETON OIL CO • OIL AND GAS

IndividualGALVESTON, TX

$12,500

Jan 7, 2023

MIDDLETON, MACEY

IndividualGALVESTON, TX

$12,500

Jan 7, 2023

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Project 2025 Policy Matches

This bill shows semantic similarity to the following sections of the Project 2025 policy document.AI-enhanced analysis provides detailed alignment ratings.

Department of Veterans Affairs

Strong

Vector: 55%

Pages: 688-691AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill expands VA memorial headstone eligibility, directly supporting Project 2025's objective to enhance veteran recognition and burial benefits."

Key themes:veteran memorializationburial benefits expansionhonoring serviceVA benefits access

— 655 — Department of Veterans Affairs ENDNOTES 1. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Division, VHA Directive 1003, “VHA Veteran Patient Experience,” April 14, 2020, pp. 1 and B-1. 2. S. 2372, VA Mission Act of 2018, Public Law No. 115-182, 115th Congress, June 6, 2018, https://www.congress. gov/115/plaws/publ182/PLAW-115publ182.pdf (accessed January 30, 2023). 3. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA History Office, “VA History,” last updated May 27, 2021, https://www. va.gov/HISTORY/VA_History/Overview.asp (accessed January 28, 2023). 4. 38 U.S. Code § 1116, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/38/1116 (accessed January 28, 2023). 5. S. 3373, Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022), Public Law No. 117-168, 117th Congress, August 10, 2022, https://www. congress.gov/117/plaws/publ168/PLAW-117publ168.pdf (accessed January 28, 2023). 6. H.R. 2471, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, Public Law No. 117-103, 117th Congress, March 15, 2022, Division S, Title I, https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ103/PLAW-117publ103.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). Known variously as the Department of Veterans Affairs Nurse and Physician Assistant Retention and Income Security Enhancement Act and the VA Nurse and Physician Assistant RAISE Act. 7. See note 5, supra.

Department of Health and Human Services

Minimal

Vector: 55%

Pages: 533-535AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill expands eligibility for VA memorial headstones for certain deceased veterans, while the Project 2025 policy excerpt focuses on HHS regulations related to healthcare nondiscrimination, abortion, civil rights, and social programs. There is no meaningful thematic or policy overlap between the two."

— 501 — Department of Health and Human Services 54. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Office of Civil Rights, and Office of the Secretary, “Special Responsibilities of Medicare Hospitals in Emergency Cases and Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Critical Health and Human Service Programs or Activities,” draft of Proposed Rule, January 14, 2021, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/infants-nprm.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 55. H.R. 26, Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https:// www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr26/BILLS-118hr26pcs.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 56. H.R. 7, No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2023, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr7/BILLS-118hr7ih.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 57. S. 401, Conscience Protection Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced February 24, 2021, https://www.congress. gov/117/bills/s401/BILLS-117s401is.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 58. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Office of the Secretary, “Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; Notice of Tribal Consultation, Federal Register, Vol. 87, No. 149 (August 4, 2022), pp. 47824–47920, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-08-04/pdf/2022-16217.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 59. Ibid., p. 47916. 60. The regulation was not finalized before the end of the Administration. 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Children Deserve Better,” Heritage Foundation Commentary, November 10, 2022, https://www.heritage.org/education/commentary/over-1000-safety- violations-mar-head-start-children-deserve-better. 69. American Hospital Association v. Becerra, 596 U.S. ___ (2022), https://www.supremecourt.gov/ opinions/21pdf/20-1114_09m1.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 70. U.S. Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration; and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, “Coverage of Certain Preventive Services Under the Affordable Care Act,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Federal Register, Vol. 88, No. 22 (February 2, 2023), pp. 7236–7281, https://www. govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-02-02/pdf/2023-01981.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). — 502 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise 71. 42 U.S. Code § 238n, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/238n (accessed March 17, 2023). 72. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, “Early Childhood Health,” last reviewed October 2022, https://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/focus-areas/early- childhood-health (accessed March 17, 2023). 73. American Pregnancy Association, “Having a Doula—What Are the Benefits?” https://americanpregnancy. org/healthy-pregnancy/labor-and-birth/having-a-doula/#:~:text=Other%20studies%20have%20shown%20 that%20having%20a%20doula,massage%20to%20reduce%20stress%20and%20anxiety%20during%20labor (accessed March 17, 2023). 74. S. 2372, VA MISSION [Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks] Act of 2018, Public Law No. 115-182, 115th Congress, June 6, 2018, https://www.congress.gov/115/plaws/publ182/ PLAW-115publ182.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 75. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations Timely,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 11 (January 19, 2021), pp. 5694–5764, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2021-01-19/pdf/2021-00597.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023). 76. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Compliance with Statutory Program Integrity Requirements,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 84, No. 42 (March 4, 2029), pp. 7714–7791, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2019-03-04/pdf/2019-03461.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 77. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Ensuring Access to Equitable, Affordable, Client-Centered, Quality Family Planning Services,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 192 (October 7, 2021), pp. 56144–56180, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/ pkg/FR-2021-10-07/pdf/2021-21542.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 78. S. 624, Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act, 118th Congress, introduced March 2, 2023, https://www. congress.gov/118/bills/s624/BILLS-118s624is.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 79. 50 U.S. Code Chapter 55, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/50/chapter-55 (accessed March 22, 2023). 80. 18 U.S. Code § 13, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/13 (accessed March 18, 2023). 81. Bowen v. American Hospital Association, 476 U.S. 610 (1986), https://tile.loc.gov/storage-services/service/ll/ usrep/usrep476/usrep476610/usrep476610.pdf (accessed 22, 2023). 82. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, “Notification of Interpretation and Enforcement of Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,” Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 99 (May 25, 2021), pp. 27984–27985, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR- 2021-05-25/pdf/2021-10477.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 83. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “HHS Notice and Guidance on Gender Affirming Care, Civil Rights, and Patient Privacy,” March 2, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hhs- ocr-notice-and-guidance-gender-affirming-care.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 84. Heckler v. Chaney, 420 U.S. 821 (1985), https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/470/821.html (accessed March 18, 2022). 85. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “Guidance to Nation’s Retail Pharmacies: Obligations Under Federal Civil Rights Laws to Ensure Access to Comprehensive Reproductive Health Care Services,” content last reviewed July 14, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/ special-topics/reproductive-healthcare/pharmacies-guidance/index.html (accessed March 18, 2023). 86. H.R. 3103, “Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law No. 104-191, 104th Congress, August 21, 1996, https://www.congress.gov/104/plaws/publ191/PLAW-104publ191.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 87. U.S. Department of Human Services, “HIPAA Privacy Rule and Disclosures of Information Relating to Reproductive Health Care,” content last reviewed June 29, 2022, (accessed March 18, 2023). See also “Protecting the Privacy and Security of Your Health Information When Using Your Personal Cell Phone or Tablet,” content last reviewed June 29, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/guidance/ cell-phone-hipaa/index.html (accessed March 18, 2023).

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"The bill expands eligibility for VA memorial headstones for certain deceased veterans, which is unrelated to the Project 2025 policy objectives concerning HHS, HRSA, telehealth licensure, contraceptive mandates, or caregiver strategy reforms."

— 483 — Department of Health and Human Services l Readdress the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. While in theory the strategy aims to support family members with duties to care for older family members, the plan is overly focused on racial and “LGBTQ+ equity.” The strategy should be examined to establish an efficient plan to support caregivers and their families. There should also be a review of its COVID-19 policies. HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (HRSA) l Congress should allow CMS to use the 340B data that HRSA collects rather than having CMS conduct its own survey, especially in view of the U.S. Supreme Court’s American Hospital Association v. Becerra decision.69 The legislation should also create penalties for those who do not respond to HRSA’s data collection. l Legally define the locus of service as where the provider is located during the telehealth visit rather than where the patient is. With such a definition, states could continue to reserve their powers to establish the standards for licensure and scope of practice. The providers could ensure continuity and consistency of care no matter where their patients might move while maintaining the licenses that make the most sense for them. Americans are far more mobile and technologically advanced today than they were when most health care laws were written. Telehealth has become increasingly important, particularly during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also has great potential in rural and other areas where there are shortages of health care providers. HRSA’s Office for the Advancement of Telehealth includes a program known as the Licensure Portability Grant Program, which bolsters state efforts to reform licensing laws to maximize telehealth flexibility. HRSA does not have the authority through this office to dictate licensure laws; that power has typically been reserved to the states. However, telehealth across state lines, when permitted, is interstate commerce, which can be regulated by the federal government according to the Constitution. l Restore Trump religious and moral exemptions to the contraceptive mandate (also a CMS rule). HHS should rescind, if finalized, the regulation titled “Coverage of Certain Preventive Services Under the Affordable Care Act,” proposed jointly by HHS, Treasury, and Labor.70 This rule proposes to amend Trump-era final rules regarding religious and moral exemptions and accommodations for coverage of certain preventive services under the ACA. Preventive services include contraception, and — 484 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise it appears the proposed rule would change the existing regulations for religious and moral exemptions to the ACA’s contraception mandate. There is no need for further rulemaking that curtails existing exemptions and accommodations. l Require HRSA to use rulemaking to update the women’s preventive services mandate. The contraceptive mandate issued under Obamacare has been the source of years of egregious attacks on many Americans’ religious and moral beliefs. The mandate was issued as part of the women’s preventive services guidelines, which were issued without any rulemaking that involved public notice and an opportunity to comment. Instead, HRSA issued and changed the mandate by simply posting changes to its website. HRSA also started off not requiring coverage of fertility awareness–based methods of family planning, then requiring them, and then removing the requirement without notifying the public. A federal judge recently ruled that this failure to undergo notice and comment in issuing the mandate is unlawful. HRSA should be required to repromulgate any women’s preventive services mandates through the notice and comment process that is compliant with the Administrative Procedures Act. Moreover, since the Obama Administration HRSA entered into long- term contracts with the pro-abortion American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and related entities to serve as an exclusive adviser with respect to the content of this mandate, HRSA has used this arrangement to ignore comments that members of the public were sometimes able to submit in the process, and ACOG has abused its position to attack HHS’s allowance of religious and moral exemptions to the contraceptive mandate. HHS should rescind these contracts and establish an advisory committee that is compliant with the Federal Advisory Committee Act and has members that are committed to women’s preventive services and are not pro-abortion ideologues. l Expand inclusion of fertility awareness–based methods and supplies to family planning in the women’s preventive services mandate. The ACA requires coverage of and prevents insurance plans from imposing any cost-sharing requirements on women who obtain preventive care and screenings as defined by HRSA. In 2016, HHS included “instruction in fertility awareness-based methods” as part of this requirement. However, in December 2021, HHS removed that language from its list without using the notice-and-comment process or giving any rationale, both of which are mandated by the Administrative Procedures Act. In August

Department of Labor and Related Agencies

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"The bill concerns expanding veterans' memorial headstone eligibility, which is unrelated to the Project 2025 labor policy focus on sex discrimination enforcement, pro-life workplace measures, and religious employer protections."

— 585 — Department of Labor and Related Agencies l Direct agencies to refocus enforcement of sex discrimination laws. The President should direct agencies to focus their enforcement of sex discrimination laws on the biological binary meaning of “sex.” PRO-LIFE MEASURES l Promote pro-life workplace accommodations for mothers. Federal law should protect life and promote pro-family policies. Current law, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act,3 provides nondiscrimination protections in the workplace for pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)4 requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for women “to the known limitations related to the pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions,” unless “the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the [employer’s] business.” The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) also provides nondiscrimination and accommodation protections in the workplace for certain pregnancy-related disability.5 None of these laws requires an employer provide health insurance benefits for elective abortion. l Pass a law requiring equal (or greater) benefits for pro-life support for mothers and clarifying abortion exclusions. Congress should pass a law requiring that to the extent an employer provides employee benefits for abortion, it must provide equal or greater benefits for pregnancy, childbirth, maternity, and adoption. That law should also clarify that no employer is required to provide any accommodations or benefits for abortion. l Keep anti-life “benefits” out of benefit plans. Some benefits attorneys and pro-choice advocates have argued since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision6 that the longstanding doctrine of Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA)7 preemption should block individual states’ efforts to prohibit employers from helping employees procure abortions via offering various kinds of coverage under employee-sponsored benefit plans. ERISA should not be allowed to trump states’ ability to protect innocent human life in the womb. Congress and DOL should clarify that ERISA does not preempt states’ power to restrict abortion, surrogacy, or other anti-life “benefits.” RELIGION l Provide robust protections for religious employers. America’s religious diversity means that workplaces include people of many faiths and that many employers are faith-based. Nevertheless, the Biden Administration has been hostile to people of faith, especially those with traditional beliefs — 586 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise about marriage, gender, and sexuality. The new Administration should enact policies with robust respect for religious exercise in the workplace, including under the First Amendment, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 (RFRA),8 Title VII, and federal conscience protection laws. l Issue an executive order protecting religious employers and employees. The President should make clear via executive order that religious employers are free to run their businesses according to their religious beliefs, general nondiscrimination laws notwithstanding, and support participation of religious employees and employers as federal contractors and in federal activities and programs. l Clarify Title VII’s religious organization exemptions. Congress should clarify Title VII’s religious organization exemptions to make it more explicit that those employers may make employment decisions based on religion regardless of nondiscrimination laws. l Provide Robust Accommodations for Religious Employees. Title VII requires reasonable accommodations for an employee’s sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, or practices unless it poses an undue hardship on the employer’s business. These accommodation protections also apply to issues related to marriage, gender, and sexuality. Unless the Supreme Court overrules its bad precedent, Congress should clarify that undue hardship means “significant difficulty or expenses,” not “more than a de minimis cost” as the Court has previously held. General EEOC Reforms. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commis- sion (EEOC) does not have rulemaking authority under Title VII and other laws it enforces, yet it issues “guidance,” “technical assistance,” and other documents, including some that push new policy positions. EEOC should disclaim its regulatory pretensions and abide by the guidance reforms dis- cussed below. l EEOC should disclaim its regulatory pretensions. l Affirm decision-making via majority vote of Commissioners. EEOC should affirm as policy the Title VII requirement that it exercise substantive power via majority vote of Commissioners, not by unilateral Chair action or by delegation to staff.

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"The bill expands eligibility for VA memorial headstones to veterans who died before 1998, focusing on veterans' benefits and recognition. The Project 2025 policy addresses sex discrimination enforcement, pro-life workplace accommodations, and religious employer protections under the Department of Labor. There is no thematic or policy overlap between the two."

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