FEDERAL
Federal Bill of the Month: September – H.R. 5256 – 340B ACCESS Act
H.R. 5256, the 340B Affording Care for Communities and Ensuring a Strong Safety-Net Act (340B ACCESS Act), introduced by Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Ga.), reforms the 340B drug pricing program to address issues such as patient definition, duplicate discounts, and additional oversight. The time is now to reform the misused and abused 340B drug pricing program, and if enacted, the ACCESS Act would implement much-needed reforms and restore much-needed integrity to the program.
It is for these reasons, among others, that TPA is proud to make H.R. 5256, as introduced by Rep. Buddy Carter, its Bill of the Month for September 2025.
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Federal Bill of the Month – August 2025: H.R. 5014 – Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans Act
On August 22, 2025, Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) introduced H.R. 5014, a bill designed to codify Executive Order 14331, “Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans.” Issued on August 7 and published in the Federal Register on August 12, the Executive Order establishes a framework to prohibit what it terms “politicized or unlawful debanking.” By converting this order into statutory law, H.R. 5014 would provide permanence and enforceability beyond the reach of administrative change.By carefully limiting their own role, regulators can uphold the principle of fair banking without distorting the marketplace or undermining the operational independence of financial institutions.
It is for these reasons, among others, that TPA is proud to make H.R. 5014, as introduced by Rep. Andy Barr, its Bill of the Month for August 2025.
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Federal Bill of the Month – July 2025: H.R. 4366 – Save Local Business Act
Rep. Comer’s Save Local Business Act is a practical solution that aligns with the broader goal of empowering entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth. By removing confusion and reinforcing a standard grounded in direct control, it supports sustainable job creation and strengthens the small business ecosystem. As the legislation advances in the 119th Congress, passing the Save Local Business Act would send a clear message: America is committed to protecting the businesses that form the backbone of our communities and to ensuring that government policy fuels, rather than frustrates, opportunity and prosperity.
It is for these reasons, among others, that TPA is proud to make the Save Local Business Act, as introduced by Rep. James Comer, its Bill of the Month for July 2025.
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STATE
State Bill of the Month – September 2025: Michigan H.B. 5086
Introduced by Michigan State Rep. Steve Carra (R-36), State Rep. Jaime Greene (R-65), and State Rep. Matthew Maddock (R-51), H.B. 5086 would repeal the Michigan Tobacco Products Tax Act of 1993. The Michigan Tobacco Products Tax Act (Public Act 327 of 1993) is the state law that establishes taxes, licensing, and regulations for the sale, possession, and distribution of tobacco products in Michigan. The purpose of this act was to regulate the manufacturing, importation, wholesale, distribution, and retail sale of tobacco products, while generating revenue through excise taxes on these products.
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State Bill of the Month – August 2025: Ohio H.B. 409
ntroduced by Ohio State Rep. Sean P. Brennan (D-14) and State Rep. Karen Brownlee (D-28), H.B. 409 would prohibit members of the General Assembly from receiving any benefits from a legislative agent working for a professional sports team (NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, NBA). This includes payment for travel, lodging expenses, gifts, food and beverage expenses, or free or discounted tickets to sporting events.
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State Bill of the Month – July 2025: Ohio H.B. 298
Primary Sponsor: Missouri State Representative Jim Murphy (R-94)
Introduced by Missouri State Rep. Jim Murphy (R-94), this bill would require the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to establish a “Media Literacy and Critical Thinking” Pilot Program for the 2026-28 school years.
This bill will require five to seven K-12 schools to develop a curriculum that addresses digital media literacy and online safety. The program will teach best practices to deal with differing online opinions and how to respond to cybercrimes. Furthermore, the bill would emphasize guidelines on behavior that ensures responsible online habits.
H.B. 116 has widespread support from education stakeholders in Missouri, including: Missouri Association of School Librarians, Missouri Press Association, Missouri State Teachers Association, Missouri National Education Association and Missouri Press Association.
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