New Bills

Makes it a federal crime to force children to harm themselves or others.

Improves taxpayer rights during IRS collection and dispute proceedings.

Requires federal financial agencies to review the total impact of their rules.

Requires a 3-year review of how federal agencies handle bank mergers.

Improves oversight and transparency for DHS security grant programs.

Makes college costs clearer for students using new online comparison tools.

Requires the IRS to tell taxpayers what specific information it seeks from others.

Changes the rules for state programs that help unemployed people start businesses.

Provides more financial help for water treatment in rural and tribal areas.

Creates programs for high school students to earn college credit faster.