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S 587 - Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025
Introduced byJim Banks , John Barrasso , Marsha Blackburn , John Boozman , Katie Britt
Last updated 6 months ago
46 Co-Sponsors
Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025
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SRES 201 - A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
Tammy Baldwin , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , Jim Banks , John Barrasso
Last updated 3 months ago
155 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
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S 475 - Alternatives to PAIN Act
Introduced byJim Banks , Jim Banks , Michael Bennet , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn
Last updated 6 months ago
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Alternatives to PAIN Act
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SRES 80 - A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
Introduced byJohn Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn , Richard Blumenthal , Lisa Blunt Rochester
Last updated 6 months ago
42 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
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S 364 - Hearing Protection Act
Introduced byMarsha Blackburn , Marsha Blackburn , John Boozman , John Boozman , Katie Britt
Last updated 6 months ago
66 Co-Sponsors
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S 2205 - Equal Representation Act
Katie Britt , Ted Budd , Kevin Cramer , Mike Crapo , Steve Daines
Last updated about 1 month ago
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Equal Representation Act
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S 222 - Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025
Susan Collins , Mike Crapo , Joni Ernst , Deb Fischer , Kirsten Gillibrand
Last updated 24 days ago
15 Co-Sponsors
Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025
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Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Reported by Senator Boozman with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
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S 100 - Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act
Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Marsha Blackburn , John Boozman , Ted Budd
Last updated 7 months ago
31 Co-Sponsors
Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act
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S 237 - Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act of 2025
Angela Alsobrooks , Jim Banks , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , John Barrasso
Last updated 2 months ago
92 Co-Sponsors
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act of 2025
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Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley without amendment. Without written report.
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S 1295 - BOP SCAN Mail Act
Marsha Blackburn , Shelley Moore Capito , Bill Cassidy , Ted Cruz , Steve Daines
Last updated 4 months ago
11 Co-Sponsors
BOP SCAN Mail Act
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Biography
James Conley Justice II, born on April 27, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia, is a prominent businessman and politician. He has served as the junior United States Senator from West Virginia since January 14, 2025, representing the Republican Party. Prior to his tenure in the Senate, Justice was the 36th Governor of West Virginia from 2017 to 2025. He is also known for his extensive business ventures, including ownership of The Greenbrier resort and various coal mining operations.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor's degree and Master of Business Administration from Marshall University.
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Political Experience:
- Elected as the 36th Governor of West Virginia in 2016; served from January 16, 2017, to January 13, 2025.
- Switched from the Democratic to the Republican Party in August 2017.
- Elected to the U.S. Senate in November 2024; assumed office on January 14, 2025.
Notable Achievements
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Economic Initiatives:
- Enacted the largest state tax cut in West Virginia's history, returning over $750 million to residents through income tax cuts, car tax rebates, and small business property tax rebates.
- Championed the "Roads to Prosperity" program, investing billions in infrastructure projects across the state.
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Social Policies:
- Signed legislation banning most abortions in West Virginia, with exceptions for medical emergencies and cases of rape or incest.
- Supported Second Amendment rights by signing the Campus Self-Defense Act, allowing concealed carry permit holders to carry firearms on public college and university campuses.
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Veterans Support:
- Exempted military retirement income from state income tax and provided property tax rebates for disabled veterans.
- Funded $5.5 million for the veterans' nursing home in Clarksburg and dedicated the largest Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at the State Capitol Complex.
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Energy Sector:
- Reduced severance taxes on coal, oil, and natural gas to encourage resource development in West Virginia.
Justice's tenure as governor was marked by a focus on economic development, infrastructure improvement, and conservative social policies, reflecting his commitment to the state's growth and the well-being of its residents.
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