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Frank Pallone

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U.S. Representative · New Jersey-6 · 100th-119th, 37 years 9 months
Legislation
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced May 19, 2026·May 19, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National SecurityD2R0(2 co-sponsors)
Introduced
This resolution congratulates the Jewish War Veterans of the United States on their 130th anniversary, marking the organization's founding on March 15, 1896, by Civil War veterans to counter antisemitic claims about Jewish military service. The resolution honors the organization's extensive work supporting Jewish veterans and their families, combating antisemitism and hate, and preserving military history through initiatives like the National Museum of American Jewish Military History. The Jewish War Veterans, which received congressional charter status in 1984, have been active advocates for veteran benefits and services across major American conflicts from the Spanish-American War through Iraq and Afghanistan. The resolution notes that 19 Jewish service members have received the Medal of Honor, with retired Colonel Jack Jacobs being the only surviving recipient. This is a ceremonial resolution with no funding or specific timeline requirements, intended solely to recognize and affirm the organization's contributions to veterans' welfare and American society.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 20, 2026·Apr 20, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD1R0(1 co-sponsor)
Introduced
This bill modernizes food labeling requirements to give consumers clearer, easier-to-understand information about the nutritional content of packaged foods. Manufacturers must display standardized front-of-package symbols highlighting calories, added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat, and must clearly state the actual quantities of ingredients like fruit, whole grains, and vegetables when making health claims. The bill also expands the FDA's ability to designate new food allergens beyond the current list of nine major allergens and requires the FDA to study and update requirements for label text size and color contrast to improve readability. The FDA must issue proposed regulations within one year of the bill's enactment and finalize them within two years, with automatic finalization if the deadline is missed, while food manufacturers will have three years after enactment to comply with the new requirements.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 9, 2026·Feb 9, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sports and Recreation
Introduced
H.Res. 1045 is a non-binding resolution calling on the Secretary of Education to work with tribal nations and other stakeholders to eliminate Native American-themed logos, mascots, and names from state educational institutions. The resolution notes that over 1,900 schools nationwide currently use such imagery and argues that research shows these stereotypical representations harm the self-esteem and academic achievement of Native American students while inadvertently raising self-esteem among non-Native students. The measure also calls on state schools and professional sports franchises to stop using unauthorized Native American mascots and imagery. This resolution does not provide funding, establish timelines, or carry legal force—it simply expresses the House's position and urges federal and state officials to take action to remove these symbols from educational settings.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 5, 2026·Feb 5, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Introduced
H.R. 7407, the Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act of 2026, amends federal food and drug law to crack down on dangerous dietary supplements. The bill makes it illegal to sell dietary supplements that don't actually meet the legal definition of a dietary supplement or that are made with the help of debarred individuals (those banned from the industry due to safety violations). The legislation strengthens enforcement by allowing federal authorities to block imports of these problematic products and seize them from the market. This bill affects manufacturers and sellers of dietary supplements, as well as consumers who may encounter unsafe products. No specific funding amount or implementation timeline is specified in the legislation; it relies on existing FDA enforcement authorities to carry out these new prohibitions.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 4, 2026·Feb 10, 2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Transportation and Public Works
Committee
The Safety is Not For Sale Act prohibits automakers from bundling safety features with luxury or convenience features when selling or leasing vehicles. Under this bill, car manufacturers must offer safety features like lane-keeping assistance, collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, and improved headlights either separately or as standard equipment, and they must clearly disclose the cost of safety features separately from non-safety features. The law applies to first-time vehicle purchasers and takes effect 180 days after passage. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce the law and treat violations as deceptive business practices, while state attorneys general can also pursue civil cases on behalf of their residents to recover damages and attorney fees. No specific funding is allocated in the bill, as enforcement will be handled through existing FTC authority.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Nov 25, 2025·Dec 11, 2025 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Commerce
Committee
The Don't Sell Kids' Data Act prohibits data brokers from collecting, selling, or maintaining personal data of children (under 13) and teenagers (13-17), with limited exceptions needed only for compliance purposes. The bill requires data brokers to delete children's and teens' data upon request and establish a public mechanism for parents, teens, or their agents to submit deletion requests within ten days. Enforcement is shared among the Federal Trade Commission, state attorneys general, and individuals, with potential penalties including actual damages of at least $1,000 per violation—up to triple that amount for willful violations—plus attorney fees and injunctive relief. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment and applies to all entities that buy, sell, or trade personal information obtained from sources other than the individual directly, with exceptions for service providers and news organizations.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Nov 20, 2025·Nov 20, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HealthD58R0(58 co-sponsors)
Introduced
H.R. 6166 expands Medicare's drug price negotiation program by increasing the number of drugs subject to negotiation from 20 to 50 annually and extends the program to private health insurance plans, which can voluntarily participate or opt out while disclosing their status publicly. The bill applies prescription drug inflation rebates to commercial market drugs and requires consideration of international drug prices in negotiations beginning in 2028. Starting in 2027, the bill establishes out-of-pocket spending caps for prescription drugs at $2,000 annually for individual coverage and $4,000 for family coverage across group and individual health plans, with overall limits indexed annually to healthcare premium increases. Additionally, beginning January 1, 2027, health plans must cap insulin cost-sharing at $35 per 30-day supply or 25% of the negotiated price (whichever is less) without deductibles, applying to all major insurance types including employer plans and catastrophic coverage.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Sep 18, 2025·Sep 18, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HealthD82R0(82 co-sponsors)
Introduced
Protecting Free Vaccines ActThis bill requires Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and private health insurers to cover, without cost-sharing, vaccines that were recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices as of October 25, 2024. The requirement ends on January 1, 2030.
BillHouseIn Committee
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Sep 18, 2025·Sep 19, 2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Finance and Financial SectorD2R1(3 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Committee
The National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2025 makes sweeping changes to federal flood insurance to make it more affordable and modernize the program's operations. The bill caps annual premium increases at 9 percent for five years and creates a new means-tested assistance program providing graduated discounts to eligible low- and moderate-income households with incomes up to 140 percent of area median income, supported by $250–600 million in annual funding through 2028. It also establishes flood mitigation loan programs for homeowners and state and tribal governments, upgrades flood mapping technology with $500 million annually through 2029, and creates new appeal processes allowing property owners to challenge flood maps and seek reimbursement for successful appeals. Additionally, the legislation strengthens protections for flood insurance claimants, improves transparency in premium calculations, provides a grace period for policy renewal without penalty, and establishes various oversight measures including new advisory councils and accountability requirements for private insurers participating in the program.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Aug 12, 2025·Aug 12, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD5R0(5 co-sponsors)
Introduced
The GRAS Act overhauls how the Food and Drug Administration regulates food additives that manufacturers claim are "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS). Currently, companies can use GRAS substances without FDA approval, but this bill requires them to notify the FDA before using any new GRAS substance or substance not previously marketed for food, providing detailed safety data for FDA review. The FDA would have 180 days (extendable by 90 days) to object to these uses, and all notices and supporting data would be made public with at least a 60-day comment period. The bill also requires the FDA to systematically reassess the safety of at least 10 existing food additives every three years—including previously approved GRAS substances, color additives, and food contact materials—and can revoke approval if safety concerns emerge. To fund these new responsibilities, the bill establishes fees on companies submitting notices and those subject to reassessments. The legislation applies to food manufacturers and importers and authorizes necessary appropriations for FDA implementation.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Aug 12, 2025·Aug 12, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Arts, Culture, ReligionD1R0(1 co-sponsor)
Introduced
This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen's landmark 1975 album "Born to Run," which was released on August 25, 1975. The resolution honors Springsteen's contributions to American music and culture, highlighting his achievements including 20 Grammy Awards, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The album itself has achieved significant cultural recognition, including being certified 7-times platinum with over 7 million physical copies sold in the United States and being inducted into the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry in 2003. This is a ceremonial resolution with no direct funding or policy changes; it congratulates Springsteen and the E Street Band members who contributed to the album, celebrates his impact on New Jersey and American culture, and expresses support for continued federal investment in the arts.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Aug 5, 2025·Aug 5, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Agriculture and FoodD0R1(1 co-sponsor)
Introduced
Supporting Equity for Aquaculture and Seafood Act or the SEAS ActThis bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to increase support for aquaculture grants and assistance. Aquaculture is the controlled breeding, rearing, and harvesting of fish, shellfish, and sea vegetables.Specifically, the bill directs USDA to give aquaculture producers the same consideration as animal agriculture producers in awarding grants or other assistance. Further, USDA must ensure adequate and fair funding levels are provided to aquaculture producers under USDA programs. USDA must also provide its staff with specific education and trainings on aquaculture.USDA must make competitive grants (e.g., to regional aquaculture centers or nonprofit organizations) to develop next generation technology to reduce pollution and fuel usage in the seafood and aquaculture industries. Further, Agriculture and Food Research Initiative program grants must address methods of increasing the survival rate and adaptability of shellfish, including resistance to heat, disease, salinity, and acidification.In addition, the federal crop insurance program (FCIP) must research and develop a policy to insure aquaculture products. Further, the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (the agency that finances FCIP operations) must establish a policy to insure aquaculture products.USDA must submit to Congress (1) an annual report that includes information on USDA seafood and aquaculture purchases and grants, and (2) a report on USDA's role in supporting aquaculture and the seafood industry.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jun 4, 2025·Jun 4, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD78R0(78 co-sponsors)
Introduced
H.R. 3701 creates a formal legal structure for the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), an established group that recommends which vaccines Americans should receive. The committee will consist of 15-19 voting members with expertise in disease prevention, vaccine safety, and public health, plus six federal health agency representatives, and must meet at least three times per year to review new vaccines within 90 days of their approval. The bill requires the CDC Director to follow the committee's science-based recommendations, but allows the Director to reject recommendations if they lack peer-reviewed scientific evidence—with mandatory public explanation and notification to Congress within 48 hours. Any changes to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program must be supported by scientific evidence. The bill authorizes $2.8 million annually through fiscal year 2029 to operate the committee.
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced May 29, 2025·May 29, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National Security
Introduced
This resolution congratulates the Jewish War Veterans of the United States on the 129th anniversary of its founding and recognizes the organization for its dedication to the welfare of veterans, the Jewish community, and the nation.The resolution also affirms the importance of the Jewish War Veterans’ ongoing work in ensuring the sacrifices of veterans and lessons of history are never forgotten.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Apr 10, 2025·Apr 10, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
EnergyD36R3(39 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Introduced
The COAST Anti-Drilling Act would permanently ban offshore oil and natural gas drilling in four specific Atlantic Ocean planning areas: the North Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and Straits of Florida. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit the federal government from issuing any leases or authorizations for oil, gas, or mineral exploration and production in these regions. The legislation is designed to protect marine ecosystems and support tourism-dependent coastal communities by preventing drilling activities off the eastern U.S. coast. The bill includes no specific funding provisions or implementation timelines beyond the permanent prohibition. It affects the oil and gas industry's ability to develop federal offshore leases in these Atlantic waters, as well as coastal states and communities that depend on ocean-related tourism and fishing.
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Mar 27, 2025·Apr 29, 2025 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsD0R1(1 co-sponsor)
Passed
Secure Space Act of 2025This bill prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from granting satellite licenses or earth station authorizations, including U.S. market access for foreign-licensed satellites, to specified foreign entities of concern and their affiliates. (Earth stations, also commonly known as ground stations, are earth-based radio stations that communicate with satellites. A grant of U.S. market access permits one or more foreign-licensed satellites to communicate with one or more U.S.-licensed earth stations.)Specifically, the FCC may not grant a satellite license, an earth station authorization, or market access to any entity, or an affiliate thereof, that produces or provides communications equipment or services deemed to pose an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States. (The FCC maintains a list of such equipment and services, known as the Covered List. Providers of such equipment and services include, for example, Huawei Technologies Company and ZTE Corporation.)
ResolutionHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Mar 3, 2025·Mar 3, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Congress
Introduced
H.Res. 184 is a procedural resolution that sets the rules for how the House of Representatives will debate and vote on H.R. 185, a bill described as advancing "responsible policies" (though the specific details of that bill are not included in this resolution). The resolution allows the House to begin considering H.R. 185 immediately and incorporates language from a related bill, H.R. 1768, into the final version to be voted on. The resolution limits debate to one hour, equally divided between the majority and minority parties on the Energy and Commerce Committee, and allows for one motion to recommit (a procedural move to send the bill back to committee). By passing this resolution, the House is essentially clearing procedural hurdles and streamlining the path for H.R. 185 to receive a floor vote.
BillHouseIntroduced
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Mar 3, 2025·Mar 3, 2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, the Budget, the Judiciary, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Health
Introduced
Lower Costs for Everyday Americans ActThis bill reauthorizes and establishes programs and requirements regarding health, commerce, and the environment.The bill reauthorizes and expands programs for health care, including byallowing individuals age 65 and over with a medically improved disability to qualify for Medicaid;extending payment increases for certain providers under Medicare, including physicians and rural hospitals; extending Medicare coverage of certain telehealth services;requiring pharmacy benefit managers to remit 100% of rebates for prescription drugs to group health plans; reauthorizing programs supporting health care in underserved communities, including the National Health Service Corps;expanding and reauthorizing programs for public health emergency preparedness and response, including pandemic preparedness; expanding and reauthorizing programs for prevention and treatment of certain conditions, including substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and sickle cell disease; andexpanding the Food and Drug Administration’s authority regarding research on rare pediatric diseases.The bill also establishes requirements relating to commerce, including by prohibiting nonconsensual online publication of intimate visual depictions of individuals, requiring manufacturers of internet-connected devices to disclose whether the device has a camera or microphone prior to purchase,banning products containing 10% or more of sodium nitrite by weight, andrequiring additional disclosures relating to the prices of concert tickets and hotel rooms.Additionally, the bill establishes and reauthorizes programs relating to the environment, including grants for community recycling systems, drinking water infrastructure, and reducing diesel emissions. It also allows gasoline that is blended with 10% to 15% ethanol to be sold year-round.
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 21, 2025·Feb 21, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthD3R3(6 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Passed
This bill reauthorizes from FY2026-FY2030 and expands Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs relating to traumatic brain injuries. It also requires HHS to conduct a study and report to Congress on traumatic brain injuries.Specifically, the bill reauthorizesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grants to states for traumatic brain injury surveillance and registries (renaming the program after the late Representative Bill Pascrell, Jr.), CDC research and public awareness activities to reduce traumatic brain injuries,Administration for Community Living (ACL) grants to states and American Indian consortiums for services and support for individuals living with traumatic brain injuries, andACL grants for protection and advocacy agencies supporting individuals with traumatic brain injuries.Also, the bill generally expands the scope and requirements of these programs, including by requiring the CDC to publish information on populations at higher risk for traumatic brain injuries and strategies for preventing such injuries in these populations. Additionally, HHS must conduct a study on long-term symptoms or conditions in people who experience traumatic brain injuries and report the findings to Congress. HHS must also submit a report to Congress on populations with a higher risk of traumatic brain injuries and outreach efforts for such populations.
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Feb 18, 2025·Dec 2, 2025 — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 2.
Government Operations and PoliticsD8R3(11 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Passed
This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2407 State Route 71, Suite 1, in Spring Lake, New Jersey, as the "James J. Howard Post Office".
BillHousePassed House
U.S. House of Representatives·Introduced Jan 9, 2025·Dec 9, 2025 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesD8R3(11 co-sponsors)DRBipartisan
Passed
This bill renames a trail and a park within Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park located in Paterson, New Jersey, in honor of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. Specifically, it renames the Great Falls Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge as the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge. It also renames Overlook Park as Bill Pascrell, Jr. Overlook Park.