Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB174

Introduced
2/24/23  

Caption

No Federal Funding for Teacher's Unions Act This bill prohibits labor organizations of education professionals from receiving federal funds.

Impact

If enacted, HB 174 would significantly alter the landscape of public education financing in the United States. The prohibition against federal funds being allocated to teacher unions could lead to reduced resources for these organizations, potentially impacting their capacity to advocate for teachers' rights and educational improvements. Critics worry that this could diminish teachers' bargaining power and adversely affect the quality of education as unions often play a critical role in negotiating for better pay, benefits, and working conditions.

Summary

House Bill 174, titled 'No Federal Funding for Teacher's Unions Act', seeks to restrict labor organizations that represent education professionals from receiving federal funding. The bill is part of a larger initiative aiming to limit the financial support that educational labor unions receive from the federal government. Supporters of the bill argue that it is essential for enhancing fiscal responsibility and ensuring that taxpayer money is used effectively, particularly in the realm of educational reform.

Contention

The bill has sparked considerable debate among lawmakers and public education advocates. Proponents see it as a means to curb what they view as excessive union influence in educational policy, while opponents view it as a direct attack on public education and labor rights. The contention revolves around the belief that unions play a vital role in safeguarding educators' interests, especially in a time when educational budgets are being scrutinized, and reforms are being debated. This discussion encapsulates larger themes surrounding labor relations and the politics of education reform in America.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB7

No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2023 This bill modifies provisions relating to federal funding for, and health insurance coverage of, abortions. Specifically, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions or for health coverage that includes abortions. Such restrictions extend to the use of funds in the budget of the District of Columbia. Additionally, abortions may not be provided in a federal health care facility or by a federal employee. Historically, language has been included in annual appropriations bills for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions—such language is commonly referred to as the Hyde Amendment. Similar language is also frequently included in appropriations bills for other federal agencies and the District of Columbia. The bill makes these restrictions permanent and extends the restrictions to all federal funds (rather than specific agencies). The bill's restrictions regarding the use of federal funds do not apply in cases of rape, incest, or where a physical disorder, injury, or illness endangers a woman's life unless an abortion is performed. The Hyde Amendment provides the same exceptions. The bill also prohibits qualified health plans from including coverage for abortions. Currently, qualified health plans may cover abortion, but the portion of the premium attributable to abortion coverage is not eligible for subsidies.

US SB13

Protect Funding for Women's Health Care Act This bill prohibits federal funding of Planned Parenthood Federation of America or its affiliates, subsidiaries, successors, or clinics.

US HB149

Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act This bill prohibits federal funds from being made available to state or local governments that allow noncitizens to vote in federal, state, or local elections.

US HB1470

No Federal Funds for Abortion Travel Expenses Act of 2023

US HB371

Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2023 This bill restricts federal funding for Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc. or any of its affiliates or clinics for one year. Specifically, it prohibits funding those entities unless they certify that the affiliates and clinics will not perform, and will not provide funds to entities that perform, abortions during that year. If the certification requirement is not met, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture must recoup any federal assistance received by those entities. However, the bill's funding restriction does not apply to abortions performed in cases of rape or incest or when necessary to resolve a physical condition that endangers a woman's life. The bill also provides additional funding for community health centers for the one-year period. These funds are subject to the same abortion-related restrictions and exceptions.

US HB473

Parris Island Protection Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to close or realign Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island in South Carolina, or to conduct any planning or other activity related to such closure or realignment.

US HB872

FISH Act Federally Integrated Species Health Act

US HB1206

Federal Agency Sunset Commission Act of 2023

US HB1088

Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act

US HB973

Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act

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