All Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Think DIFFERENTLY Database Act (H.R.670), legislation that would require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish an online database of resources for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The bill received broad bipartisan support, passing under suspension of the rules.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act, legislation that will make it easier for rural veterans to get transportation to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health facilities. The Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act would expand eligibility for the HRTG Program to include veterans living in any county designated as "rural" or "highly rural" by the VA, ensuring more veterans can access the transportation services they need.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Conrad State 30 and Physician Access Reauthorization Act, legislation to expand the healthcare workforce in medically underserved areas. The bill would extend the Conrad 30 Waiver program, which allows foreign doctors studying in the United States to obtain a visa following medical residency if they practice in a medically underserved area for at least three years. Under current law, foreign doctors must return to their home country upon completing medical residency and wait two years before they can apply for a new visa or green card.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Health Out-of-Pocket Expenses (HOPE) Act, legislation that will establish a tax-advantaged account to allow millions of Americans to save for health care costs through individual and employer contributions.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Grants for Resources in Occupational and Workforce Training for Healthcare (GROWTH) Act, legislation to increase grant funding opportunities for nursing programs at community colleges.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act, legislation to ensure that American public servants and their families receive full Social Security benefits. The Problem Solvers Caucus endorsed the legislation earlier this year.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Enhancing COPS Hiring Program Grants for Local Law Enforcement Act, legislation that will expand the impact of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program by allowing recruitment and retention bonuses.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Think DIFFERENTLY Database Act, legislation that will task the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with establishing an online database of resources for individuals with disabilities.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the DIGNIDAD (Dignity) Act of 2023. This immigration reform package will halt the flow of illegal immigration, develop a more efficient asylum system, provide legal status for qualified undocumented individuals, and bolster the American economy. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Deliver for Veterans Act (H.R.522), legislation to eliminate barriers for service-disabled veterans to access adaptive vehicles. The bill received broad bipartisan support, passing under suspension of the rules.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals (MAP) Act of 2023, legislation that will address our nation’s fentanyl epidemic and reduce the flow of counterfeit drugs into pharmaceutical supply chains by requiring on-dose identifiers on controlled substances. Our nation is facing a devastating opioid epidemic, driven in part by dangerous counterfeit products that infiltrate consumer markets. In 2023 alone, the Drug Enforcement Administration seized more than 80 million fake pills laced with fentanyl. In the same year, more than 107,000 Americans died from drug overdoses.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act, legislation that will strengthen the ability of federal, state and local law enforcement to counter the security threats posed by drones.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Guard VA Benefits Act, legislation that will reinstate criminal penalties for unaccredited entities who charge unauthorized fees for helping a veteran file a disability claim.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Pacific Partnership Act, legislation to strengthen the United States’ strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation was introduced by Representatives Ed Case (HI-01) and Andy Barr (KY-06) and has 21 additional cosponsors, seven of whom are Members of the Problem Solvers Caucus.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act, legislation that would commission an in-depth report to showcase America’s leadership in responsible energy production and manufacturing on the global stage.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act, legislation that will eliminate waiting periods for federal disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals undergoing treatment for metastatic breast cancer.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts (AACE) Act (H.R.5443), legislation to streamline Department of the Interior (DOI) public land transactions by expanding access to qualified, cost-competitive appraisers. The bill received overwhelming support from both parties.