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New Bill Offers Congress Parents 12 Weeks Proxy Voting

3/29/2025

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Wasserman Schultz Advocates

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna are championing a groundbreaking resolution that would grant new parents in Congress up to 12 weeks to vote by proxy. As they push to modernize House rules, this initiative faces GOP resistance, yet it resonates with an evolving understanding of family needs, garnering increasing support among lawmakers.

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Luna Advocates Parental Rights

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna's resignation from the House Freedom Caucus underscores deepening rifts within the group. Her proposal to allow new parents to vote by proxy, aimed at supporting families in Congress, faced fierce opposition. Luna stands firm, advocating for parental rights despite accusations of obstructing progress from her fellow members.

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Wasserman Schultz Advocates

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna are championing a groundbreaking resolution that would grant new parents in Congress up to 12 weeks to vote by proxy. As they push to modernize House rules, this initiative faces GOP resistance, yet it resonates with an evolving understanding of family needs, garnering increasing support among lawmakers.

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