Maggie Goodlander

This bill would create new federal criminal and civil penalties for private equity firms and others whose actions in healthcare lead to patient death or injury. It would also allow the government to take back ('claw back') certain profits from these firms and require many healthcare businesses to report detailed ownership and financial information. This aims to protect patients and employees by increasing accountability and transparency in the healthcare industry.

This bill would create new grant programs to help public transportation providers offer better bus and rail services for students. These services would make it easier for people to get to community colleges, career schools, and Head Start programs. The goal is to improve access to education for many Americans.

This bill would stop the Department of Defense from cutting jobs or freezing hiring at public shipyards in the government's budget year 2026. This means federal civilian employees at these shipyards would be protected from layoffs or delays in filling open positions without a good reason.

This bill would create clear rules for officers in the Army and Air Force National Guard. It would let them easily transfer between active and inactive duty. This means a smoother, more official process for these service members.

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Currently, veterans cannot use their education benefits to pay for exams that grant college credit. This bill would let veterans and other eligible individuals use their existing educational assistance to cover costs for specific tests and portfolio reviews. They could use up to $500 to earn college credit. This helps them get degrees faster by recognizing their military learning and prior knowledge.

This bill would make the Small Business Administration's Office of Rural Affairs more focused on helping rural small businesses. It would require the office to host webinars and outreach events across the country. This means rural business owners could get more direct information and assistance.

This bill, called the "Investing in Digital Skills Act," would make sure adult education programs help people learn crucial digital skills. It would update federal job training laws to include digital literacy as a key goal, helping adults get better jobs and participate more fully in society. This means programs would specifically focus on teaching people how to use digital technology for work, family, and daily tasks.