Congressman Keith Self (R-TX) has introduced a package of bills that aim to codify 4 of President Donald Trump’s executive orders in legislation, warning that, “President Trump will not be president forever.”
Self says the bills advance Trump’s America First agenda and seek to secure long-term victories in education reform, biological research safety, public service loan forgiveness, and curriculum standards.
Self said, “These executive orders by President Trump reflect commonsense governance and clear priorities. Now more than ever, public accountability, educational integrity, and national security are vital. To preserve the integrity of these accomplishments, we must protect them from being reversed by the radical left and cement these wins into law.”
The four bills seek to protect executive orders reinstating common sense to four of what Self calls “commonsense” executive orders covering education reform, biological research safety, public service loan forgiveness, and curriculum standards.
The bill for Reinstating School Discipline Policies would return authority to teachers and administrators by empowering them to maintain order in the classroom without fear of federal overreach.
Another bill for Improving the Safety and Security of Biological Research seeks to establish strict oversight for high-risk biological research as well as enhanced transparency and risk mitigation in federally-funded research labs and institutions.
The bill for Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness strengthens the program by providing clear and consistent eligibility for borrowers who commit to careers in public service.
Finally, the bill for Restoring Truth In American History promotes a factual approach to the teaching of U.S. history, focusing on foundational principles, civic virtue and the unifying aspects of being an American.
Self said congressional action is needed now because executive orders can be easily “overturned with the stroke of a pen.”
In a press release, Self said: “Each of these executive orders was designed to correct imbalances, protect taxpayer interests, and restore public trust,” adding, “We cannot waste the opportunity to make them permanent.”