United States Bills

Semiquincentennial Time Capsule Dedication Authorized

This lets a ceremony use Emancipation Hall on June 24, 2026. Visitors may see restricted access or changed routes that day.

Cancel 2027 Marketplace Payment Rule

Cancels a CMS rule on 2027 marketplace payments and Basic Health Program. Consumers, insurers, and states would not have to follow the rule.

Authority to Destroy Hazardous Imports

Gives the health secretary power to order unsafe imports destroyed and bans moving them. Importers may lose goods and must follow new FDA rules.

FDA Rules Replace Animal With Nonclinical

FDA will change drug and biologic rules to say nonclinical instead of animal for preclinical tests. This may change what test data sponsors submit.

Repeal Corporate Ownership Reporting Law

Ends the federal corporate ownership reporting rule. Companies would no longer need to file owner details and investigators could lose access.

Major Housing Supply and Tenant Support Bill

Eases rules and funds pilots to speed home building. Adds renter help like an eviction helpline, inspection fixes, and savings escrow pilots.

Block Quota Increases for Currency Manipulation

Treasury must check whether large IMF members manipulate their currencies before the U.S. backs quota increases. The President may waive opposition for national interest.

Study of Advanced Fraud Tools in Banking

Federal agencies will study how banks use advanced tech to find and stop fraud. They may run a voluntary pilot to help small banks get tools.

Shelter Dogs for CBP Support Program

Creates a three-year pilot to adopt shelter dogs and train them as support animals for CBP staff. The pilot must begin within 60 days.

Faster Security for Military Families Pilot

TSA may run a three-year pilot to let active-duty military and accompanying family members use faster security lanes at selected airports when their boarding pass shows eligibility.

Securities Law Improvements Act

The bill would change securities rules for reporting, enforcement, and investor protections. Companies, brokers, and investors may face new compliance and disclosure steps.

Fair Earned Wage Access Act

Lets workers get early pay with a free option, clear fees, fewer debt collection tools, and stronger privacy rules.

Allow Banks to Hold or Reverse Fraudulent Payments

Banks could delay or take back deposits when a payment looks fraudulent. This may slow access to funds for some customers.

Electric Load Forecasting Reform

Creates regional boards to set best practices for electric demand forecasts. States must consider the recommendations, which may change utility planning and data rules.

National AI Flaw Reporting Program

Creates a voluntary NIST program to collect and share AI flaws. Builds a national database and standards to help fix problems faster.

Train a Trustworthy AI Workforce

Funds fellowships and training to prepare people to build and oversee safe AI. A federal standards agency will publish a job and skills framework for AI roles.

Advanced Grid Transmission Support and Clearinghouse Act

Creates a DOE clearinghouse and technical help for advanced transmission. DOE funding won’t count as a NEPA major action and DOE will publish voluntary wildfire-mitigation guidance.

Tie Medicaid Assignments to Plan Quality

If you do not pick a plan, the state must favor better Medicaid plans when assigning you. States will use plan quality data to decide.

Modernize Hydropower Licensing

Changes how federal hydropower projects are licensed. It could speed approvals and affect river protections, tribes, and local recreation.

Pipeline Safety Improvement and Information Act

Creates a confidential info-sharing hub, raises penalties, and funds pipeline safety programs. Nearby residents may see safer pipelines but some incident details stay private.

AI and HPC Study for the Grid

DOE must study how AI and supercomputers can help the electric grid work better. The report could guide faster interconnections and more reliable power.

Large Customer Grid Upgrade Cost Rule

Very large businesses must pay or guarantee full grid upgrade costs to serve them. States must adopt or decide on matching rules within two years.

Federal AI-Ready Data Guidance

Directs NIST to publish voluntary guidance so agencies prepare public data for AI training. Agencies may run small pilots to test dataset assessment.

Update Government Publishing Office Authority

Changes what the Government Publishing Office can do. It may affect how agencies and the public get printed and digital documents.

Standardize Residential Centralized Mail Delivery

Sets clear rules for when the Postal Service can use centralized mailboxes for homes. It may change where residents pick up mail and who must install boxes.

Marijuana Agriculture Research at 1890 Institutions

Allows 1890 land‑grant colleges to run marijuana farming research and training. It may help growers and students in states where growing is allowed.

Medicaid Expansion Asset Test

States could require asset limits for Medicaid expansion adults. People with modest savings or a car might lose coverage or face more paperwork.

Protect Local USDA Offices

Stops USDA from closing or moving certain local offices. Keeps services and staff in place for affected communities.

Stronger Child Labor Protections Act

This bill would increase protections for children who work. It could add rules, inspections, or penalties for employers who break child labor laws.

Protect Recreational Access in Corps Projects

Requires the Army Corps to include plans to keep public parks, boat ramps, trails, and fishing access at similar levels when projects change shorelines.

Protect Election Systems and Ballots

Creates federal penalties for tampering with voting machines and ballots. It may add duties for election officials and vendors.

One-Time Payments for Terrorism Victims

Gives one-time catch-up payments to some people with existing judgments against state sponsors of terrorism. This may add new federal payments and require agency action.

Homeschooling Protections for Servicemembers

Gives military parents who homeschool legal protections when moves or deployments disrupt school. It helps keep their children's education stable across moves.

AI Job Impact Reports Required

Agencies must study how AI affects jobs and skills. Reports will help shape training and workforce policy but do not give new benefits.

Exempt Religious Institutions From Investment Excise

Religious groups would stop paying the excise tax on investment income. That leaves more money for programs, operations, or reserves.

House Campaign Finance Overhaul

This bill would change how U.S. House campaigns get and report money. It could affect donations, disclosure, and public funding for candidates.

Reform Federal Settlement Payments

Changes how some federal settlement payments are approved and paid. Claimants and agencies may see different timing or paperwork.

Veteran Headstone Medallion Tax Credit

Private cemeteries can claim a tax credit for costs to attach veteran medallions to grave markers. They must certify the attachment and give an itemized IRS statement.

Ban Paraquat Sales and Use

Removes EPA approval so paraquat cannot be sold or used in the U.S. Farmers, sellers, and workers must switch to other weed controls.

Broad Omnibus Bill to Improve Lives

This bill bundles many policy changes across many areas. It could affect taxes, schools, health care, defense, and roads, but the exact changes are not yet known.

Replace Stolen SNAP Benefits for Victims

Allows SNAP households to have stolen benefits replaced after identity theft or card skimming. States would reissue stolen EBT funds.

End Advisory Committee on Congressional Records

Ends the advisory committee that advises on congressional records. Archivists, staff, and researchers could lose a source of guidance on preservation and access.

Public Database for Released Criminal Aliens

Creates a public website listing noncitizens released from custody with criminal records. This could let anyone view release data about those people.

End Senate Confirmation for Local Judges

Some local judges would be appointed without Senate confirmation. That could speed filling vacancies and change how judges are vetted.

Federal Artificial Intelligence Research Center

Creates a federal center to coordinate AI research, testing, and evaluation. It may shape how companies test products and how people trust AI.

Faster Repairs for Complex Wheelchairs

Medicare Advantage plans cannot require prior authorization or extra paperwork for repairs to certain complex wheelchairs and accessories. Repairs should be approved and done faster.

New Office for Immigration-Linked Trauma

Creates an HHS office to help communities provide mental health care for people harmed by fear or contact with federal immigration enforcement. It supports local providers.

Frontier Infrastructure Readiness Report

Requires a federal report on frontier infrastructure readiness. It does not create new programs or funding.

Ban Congressional Betting on Government Actions

Members and their families could not make bets or trades tied to government decisions or political outcomes. Ethics offices would enforce fines and return of gains.

Federal Photo ID Voting Requirement

You must show a photo ID to vote in person or include ID with mail ballots. States may get grants to provide free IDs to people without money.

Allow Employer Edits to Electronic Logs

Allows employer staff or agents to edit a driver's electronic log if the driver approves. It clarifies who can correct electronic logs.

Block Federal Financial Assistance Rule

This bill stops a pending rule about federal aid from taking effect. Recipients keep current rules and do not face new requirements.

Require Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure

Sellers must tell buyers when a price was set using a customer's personal data. Shoppers may see a notice at checkout or on product pages.

Data Center Energy Measurement Standards

NIST will create guidance to measure data center electricity use and study data for better power demand forecasts. This could help local grid planning.

Strengthen Remedies for Disabled Air Travelers

Gives flyers with disabilities clearer legal ways to seek relief if airlines or airports discriminate. Carriers may face more claims.

DHS Online Detainee Locator

Creates an online tool to find people held by DHS. Families, lawyers, and consulates could locate detainees more quickly.

Immigration Legal Aid Grants for Veterans

Creates VA grants so noncitizen veterans can get immigration legal help.

Require Annual Veteran Suicide Report

The VA must publish a yearly suicide report and study chaplains' effect on veteran suicide risk. Veterans may see more data and changes in spiritual care.

Screwworm Preparedness and Response Grants

Creates grants to help states, tribes, and others prepare for and fight screwworm outbreaks. Farms and wildlife programs can get funds for detection, response, and training.

Tax Credit for Grocery Stores in Food Deserts

Creates a tax credit to bring grocery stores to food deserts. Residents may get more fresh food and jobs.

Firm Deadlines for VA Loan Assumptions

Sets time limits for approving VA mortgage assumptions and orders an Inspector General review of servicer compliance.

Require More Credit Data for Mortgages

Lenders must consider more kinds of credit records for home loans. People with thin or no credit history could have better chances to qualify.

Delay Small-Business Lending Data Rule

The bill delays enforcement of small-business lending data rules and narrows which lenders and firms must report. Small lenders and businesses get more time or may be excluded.

House Marks World Sickle Cell Awareness Day

The House urges awareness and fair access to sickle cell screening and new treatments. It asks agencies to address care bias and improve coordination.

Promote Everyday Acts of Kindness

This resolution urges Americans to practice and praise everyday kindness. It is symbolic and does not create new laws or funding.

Ask About Guns Day to Protect Kids

This names June 21 as ASK Day and urges parents to ask about guns before visits. It encourages health workers to discuss secure, locked storage.

Modernize TV and Streaming Ratings

Asks the FCC to encourage one clear ratings system across TV and streaming. Parents would get clearer, specific content labels to judge what their children watch.

Restore Refugee Protections and Admissions

Urges the President to resume refugee admissions and restore asylum protections. This resolution is non-binding and does not change the law.

House Recognizes Lavender Growers Month

The House declared Lavender Growers Month and urged people to visit and support lavender farms. It is symbolic and offers no new funding.

Open Courts Media Access Act

Judges could allow cameras and broadcasts in many federal court cases. Jurors and some witnesses are protected and some limits apply.

Broadcast Supreme Court Open Sessions

You could see more Supreme Court sessions on TV unless the Court finds a due process problem.

Orbital Debris Removal Demonstration Program

Funds tests to remove dead satellites and big debris in orbit. Gives awards to companies and sets shared safety and tracking rules that guide future licensing.

Improve Federal Broadband Funding Map

The FCC will review the federal broadband funding map and collect better data. The GAO will study how agencies share data to avoid paying for the same broadband twice.

Control Rights for Digital Replicas

Gives people the right to block or license realistic AI copies of their face or voice. Platforms must follow a notice-and-takedown process.

Protect College Athletes Act

Students can earn from their name and get better medical coverage. The bill limits pay rules, sets transfer rights, and allows joint media deals under strict rules.

Protect Ocean Observatories Pending Review

Keeps ocean sensors running in covered areas and bars federal funds for removing them until a full review with local scientific and coastal input.

Expand Export Support for Quantum Tech

Allows the Ex-Im Bank to support exports of quantum technologies under its China-focused program. This could give quantum firms more export financing options.

Hazard Pay for Prescribed Burn Crews

Federal employees who do prescribed burns could receive extra hazard pay. Agencies must apply it when burns are dangerous.

Excise Tax on Systemically Important AI

Large AI platforms would pay a new excise tax. Companies may raise prices to cover the cost.

Allow Support Fund Defense Purchases

This lets a support fund buy defense items and services for Ukraine. It changes how set-aside money may be spent.

Reauthorize Grid Resilience Program

Extends federal support to reduce power outages and strengthen the electric grid. Utilities and communities can get grants and help for upgrades and emergency planning.

Declaration Re-adopted as Organic Law

Prints the Declaration of Independence into U.S. law and names it an organic law. It is mostly symbolic and does not create new rights or duties.

Strengthen Air Passenger Disability Remedies

Gives flyers with disabilities new legal options if airlines or airports discriminate. It could let passengers seek relief for mistreatment during travel.

Rename Post Office for Colleen Hanabusa

This bill gives a local post office the official name honoring Colleen Hanabusa. Mail service and addresses do not change.

Protect Worker Privacy From Employer Surveillance

Requires employers to disclose or limit how they track workers. Workers gain clearer privacy and notice about workplace data use.

Tribes Operate SNAP Programs

The bill lets tribes choose to run SNAP for their communities. People could get benefits from a tribal agency instead of the state.

Ban Employer Use of Automated Decision Systems

Stops employers from using certain automated systems to make hiring, firing, or promotion decisions. Workers get more human review and protection.

Cap Funding for Student Work Authorizations

Limits federal spending on work permits for foreign students. Colleges, students, and employers would face new limits and more paperwork.

Enhance Export License Administration

Changes how export licenses are reviewed and issued. Exporters and government agencies may see new steps, timelines, or reporting.

Allow Blended Workforces for SNAP

This lets agencies use both government and non-government staff to run SNAP tasks. It may change who handles your application and case work.

Automatic Appointment Of Local Court Judges

This bill ends Senate confirmation for local court judges and lets vacancies be filled automatically. Residents could see judges seated faster but with less federal review.

Exempt Outdoor Guides From Wage Rules

This bill lets some outdoor guides and outfitters lose federal minimum wage and overtime protections. Workers may earn less; employers may cut costs.

Study Fintech Partnerships to Boost Bank Formation

Requires federal bank regulators to study how fintech companies work with banks and whether that helps start new banks or support community banks.

Speed Up Entity List Decisions

The bill speeds government decisions to add or remove firms on the Entity List. Businesses and listed companies would get faster clarity on trade rules.

Allow Defense Department Produce for Food Aid

Gives food banks access to Defense Department fresh produce. It may increase fruits and vegetables but could require new storage and delivery steps.

Make Food Systems Infrastructure Permanent

Permanently funds a USDA program to build local food processing, storage, and distribution centers and set up regional hubs that help farmers sell locally.

Campus Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

Requires colleges to create or improve mental health and suicide prevention plans. Students may get more counseling, training, and crisis support.

Accelerate PFAS-Free Firefighter Gear

Speeds development and testing of PFAS-free turnout gear. Aims to help firefighters get safer protective clothing sooner.

Congressional Approval for Armed Presence at Polls

Makes Congress approve any use of troops or armed people at polling places. This would limit federal armed presence at voting sites unless lawmakers vote yes.

Senate Honors Veterans Who Aided U.S.

The Senate formally honors veterans who fought alongside U.S. forces. It is symbolic and gives no new benefits or legal rights.

Black Music Month June 2026

The Senate names June 2026 Black Music Month and highlights music education gaps for Black students. It is symbolic and does not create funding.

Designate World Sickle Cell Awareness Day

Recognizes June 19, 2026 as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and encourages public awareness, screening, and research. It does not create new funding or services.

Mark Juneteenth National Independence Day

The Senate names June 19, 2026 Juneteenth National Independence Day. It is symbolic and does not create new benefits or require time off.

Extend and Boost Public Lands Restoration

Extends and raises the fund and makes donating easier at pass checkout. Agencies must remove unused assets and send Congress a maintenance report.

Block International Financing for Shrimp Projects

Requires U.S. directors at global banks to oppose some shrimp production loans. That may cut international funding for shrimp farms and affect jobs abroad.

Senate Honors Knicks 2026 NBA Champions

The Senate congratulates the Knicks for winning the 2026 NBA Finals. The Secretary will send official copies to the team's owner, president, and coach.

Senate Honors Racing Star Kyle Busch

The Senate formally mourns Kyle Busch and honors his racing career. It is symbolic and does not change laws, benefits, or government programs.

May 1 Declared Foreign Service Day

Names May 1, 2026 as Foreign Service Day to honor diplomats and staff. Asks Americans to hold ceremonies or reflect; no new pay or funding.

Defense Authorization for Fiscal Year 2027

Sets military funding and troop levels for 2027. Affects service members, contractors, and taxpayers through funding and operations.

Extend VA Travel Payments to Territorial Veterans

Veterans in US territories and Freely Associated States could get VA travel payments for medical care. It helps disabled veterans afford appointment travel.

An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes.

Protect Indigenous Marine Handicrafts

Coastal Native artisans may take marine mammals for food and to make traditional handicrafts and sell them across state lines. Federal limits still apply to protect depleted species.

Disaster Loan Accountability and Limits

Requires SBA to report disaster loan funding faster and fix forecasts. If funds fall very low, SBA can limit new loans to ones with collateral until Congress provides money.

Federal Mass Timber Procurement Preference

Federal building projects will favor innovative wood products when achievable. Contractors must document sourcing and agencies will study product life-cycle impacts and report to Congress.

Short Extension of Surveillance Authority

Delays the end date of certain foreign intelligence surveillance rules by about 20 days. It keeps current rules in place while Congress continues work.

Federal Paid Family and Medical Leave

Gives federal workers paid time off for family or medical reasons. Agencies may need to change staffing and payroll.

Update Enforcement Rules for Unaccompanied Minors

Changes how the U.S. treats children who arrive alone. It may alter where they stay, how long they wait, and how their cases are handled.

Treat Buy Now Pay Later As Credit

Buy now, pay later plans with up to four interest-free payments would be treated like credit cards. The consumer bureau must write rules within 180 days.

Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Task Force

Creates a Justice Department team to coordinate crypto theft investigations, help local police, and trace stolen funds. The team reports each year to Congress.

Courts Exclude Unreliable Scientific Evidence

Courts would drop scientific studies they find unreliable in agency reviews. That can limit the evidence agencies use to defend rules.

Courts Rehear Facts in Sanction Cases

If an agency seeks a fine or license penalty, the court must reexamine the facts in a new trial. This lets people challenge agency penalties more easily.

Protect Free Speech from Government AI Pressure

People can sue federal employees who use or push AI to block or change lawful speech. This lets victims seek money or court orders to stop the harm.

Help Veterans Get Manufacturing Jobs

The VA must publish a plan in 30 days to help veterans move into advanced manufacturing jobs. It studies barriers and recommends actions but does not fund them.

Guaranteed Federal Park Fee-Free Days

On six named days each year many federal recreation sites must waive entrance fees. Expect bigger crowds and updated fee schedules.

Defense Department Review of Large Investments

Investment firms must notify the Defense Department before buying 25% or more of major defense suppliers. The Defense Department will review deals and report findings to antitrust agencies and Congress.

Foreign Investment Review Authority

Creates a federal agency that tracks and vets large foreign investments and can block or require changes. Companies and investors must report and may face penalties.

Broadband Technology Study and Report

Orders a one-year government study of seven broadband technologies, their costs, performance, and workforce needs. It gives Congress information but does not change service or prices.

Limit Holding Room Stays to 12 Hours

People in DHS holding rooms cannot be kept more than 12 hours. Agencies must process, transfer, or release them faster.

Revise Social Security Taxes and Benefits

Workers may pay Social Security tax on some income above the wage cap for a few years. Future retirees and survivors may get higher benefits while SSI is protected.

New Vehicle Rules to Protect Pedestrians

Requires new car design and visibility rules to cut crashes with pedestrians and bicyclists. Buyers get clear safety ratings; automakers must meet standards in coming years.

Broadened Immunity for Gun Makers

This bill blocks many lawsuits against gun makers and sellers. It forces covered suits to be dismissed and lets defendants move cases to federal court.

National Extreme Heat Advisory Commission

Creates a bipartisan commission to study extreme heat risks and recommend actions. It will publish short- and long-term plans and advise Congress.

Severe Weather Emergency Shelter Grants

Funds grants to expand temporary shelter during extreme heat, cold, storms, floods, and wildfires. Supports hotels, centers, supplies, and staff.

Make Juice Default in WIC Benefits

People on WIC would get juice as the default for certain children and women food packages. Participants can ask for a $3 fruit-and-vegetable voucher instead.

Cap Monthly WIC Juice Allowance

Sets monthly WIC juice to one gallon for certain food packages. This may change the juice amount families get and require state updates.

Add LGBTQI+ Inclusion To Financial Regulators

Requires federal financial regulators to include LGBTQI+ people in diversity and inclusion work. It could change hiring, training, data, and contractor reporting at those agencies.

Court Review of Innocent Spouse Claims

People seeking innocent spouse tax relief can ask a court to re-hear their claim from scratch instead of only reviewing the IRS decision.

Tax Court Power to Reopen Judgments

Lets the Tax Court fix clerical errors and reopen final judgments in certain cases. Motions must meet time limits and do not pause enforcement.

Create Federal Children's Commission

Creates an independent federal office to study and report on how laws affect children. It will take complaints, advise agencies, and publish findings to help children and families.

Fast-Track Energy Permitting and Leasing

Speeds energy and mining approvals, shifts many permitting duties to states, and narrows environmental reviews so projects move forward with fewer federal delays.

Extend Civil Rights Network Authorization

This keeps the civil rights network authorized three more years so its work can continue if Congress funds it. It does not provide money.

Army Networked Counter-Drone System

Directs the Army to plan a networked system to detect and stop small drones. Units could get shared sensors and automatic shooters to protect vehicles and troops.

Student Success Grants for High-Need Students

Creates federal grants for colleges to expand advising, tutoring, emergency aid, and career services. It helps high-need students stay enrolled and complete degrees.

Modernize and Maintain National Public Lands

Funds upgrades and repairs to parks, forests, wildlife areas, and Bureau of Indian Education schools before the 250th. It improves visitor services, facilities, and school spaces.

Major Border Enforcement Funding Package

Gives about $69.5 billion for border and immigration enforcement, available through 2029. It pays for hiring, technology, detention, and arrests.

Agriculture Workforce Grants for Community Colleges

Creates federal grants for two-year public colleges to expand agriculture and natural resources programs. Students gain more hands-on training, apprenticeships, and updated equipment.

Boost Multigenerational Grants for Older Adults

Funds will support programs that bring older and younger people together. Grants may pay for activities in senior centers, long-term care, schools, and youth programs.

Boost FISA Transparency and Reporting

Agencies must publish many secret court opinions and yearly reports on sensitive searches. The main surveillance authority gets a five-week extension.

Age Verification for Online Sexual Content

Large sites with sexual content must verify users are 18 with digital ID or approved checks. The FTC enforces rules and people can sue.

Track AI Impact on Jobs

The government will collect new job, pay, training, and time-use data to study how AI changes work. Businesses and people may be asked to answer new surveys.

Protect Mining Access Under FAST Act

The bill makes mining a covered FAST Act project. It bars the federal permitting council from finalizing a 2023 rule that would narrow mining coverage.

Leaders Pick Librarian and GPO Director

Congressional leaders would pick and remove the Librarian and the GPO Director. The Register of Copyrights would be President-appointed and Senate-confirmed for a 10-year term.

Boost Domestic Magnet Supply Chain

Creates tax credits to grow domestic magnet and rare-earth production. Makers and buyers get payments if they meet domestic sourcing rules.

Health Plan Data Transparency Act

Employers and plan fiduciaries can get full claims and payment data from plan vendors. Vendors must provide standard electronic files, pricing details, and audit access while following HIPAA.

Ban Drones Over Major Seaports

Bars most drones from flying over major seaports and lets ports and the FAA detect and disable unauthorized drones. Violators face fines and prison.

Ban Harmful Chemicals in Food Packaging

This law bans many chemicals from food packaging and containers. Companies must stop using listed substances within two years and seek safer alternatives.

Private Sites Authorized to Use Counter-Drone Systems

Owners of designated critical sites may use approved counter-drone systems after federal training and certification. DHS may grant funds and provide limited federal liability protection.

Name Post Office after Armando Rodriguez

This law renames a local post office building as the Armando Rodriguez Post Office. It does not change mail delivery or ZIP codes.

Transportation Plans Must Map Disaster Risks

Requires state and metro plans to list roads, bridges, and transit at risk from local disasters and name projects to protect them.

National Strategy for Young Adult Cancers

Requires NIH to make a national plan to improve prevention, diagnosis, and care for ages 18 to 49. Creates a federal clearinghouse, clinician and public education, and a coordinating committee.

Tougher Rules for Open Ship Registries

This bill lets Commerce consider open registries when naming countries tied to illegal fishing. That could affect seafood imports and foreign ship operators.

Advance Renewable Projects, Block Trade Probe

Removes federal limits that slow wind, solar, and geothermal projects. It speeds approvals, protects funding, and ends a trade probe on turbine imports.

Ban Harmful Chemicals From Food Packaging

The bill bans many toxic chemicals in food packaging starting two years after enactment. Companies must replace listed chemicals and FDA must consider vulnerable groups.

AI Data Center Environmental Reporting

Requires federal study and public reporting on large AI data centers' energy, water, and pollution impacts. Big operators must file yearly reports for community review.

Block Medicare Prior Authorization Rule

Stops a new Medicare rule that would require prior approval for some services. Providers and patients would not face those new approval steps.

Improve Deafblind Education Services

Aims to improve school services for children who are deafblind. Families and schools may see new supports, training, or coordination.

DHS Public Communications Policy Act

Sets one DHS-wide policy for public messaging and social media. Requires training, approvals, audits, and a public list of accounts.

Equal Remedies for Employment Discrimination

Workers can seek money for emotional harm and lost pay in some discrimination suits and ask for jury trials. Older workers get the same relief as Title VII claims.

Protect College Athletes and Media Rights

Gives college athletes the right to earn from their name and requires schools to cover sports medical costs. It also lets schools pool broadcast rights under strict rules.

New Federal Student Loan Refinance Program

Allows many federal borrowers to convert old loans into new fixed-rate Direct loans. It preserves some past payments for forgiveness and repayment plans.

Homeopathic Drug Product Framework

Creates a separate legal category for homeopathic drugs and limits FDA review. Manufacturers must follow new labeling and manufacturing rules and the FDA must adopt standards within three years.

Zuni Water Settlement and Salt Lake Protection

Confirms tribal water rights, funds water projects, and protects a sacred salt lake. Creates a tribal trust fund and withdraws nearby federal lands.

Create Urban Native Corporations With Land

Lets Native residents form local corporations and receive land. Public subsistence access stays and subsurface rights go to the regional Native corporation.

Tighten Surveillance Rules, Block Fed Digital Dollar

Stops intentional spying on Americans and limits when the FBI can use collected US data. Also bars the Federal Reserve from issuing a digital dollar until 2031 without Congress.

House Declares June Family Month, Removes Pride

The House will recognize June as Family Month and stop recognizing Pride Month. This is symbolic and does not change laws or benefits.

Tougher Penalties for Gun Dealer Thefts

Raises prison terms and adds mandatory minimums for stealing or trying to steal guns from licensed dealers. Burglary triggers 3-year minimum; robbery triggers 5-year minimum.

Limit Birthright Citizenship by Parental Status

Children born in the U.S. would be citizens only if a parent is a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident. Hospitals and agencies may need new proof rules.

Faster Public Notices for Nuclear Facilities

Requires the Energy Department to post safety rule changes and analyses within 24 hours for major nuclear sites. It also mandates a yearly report to Congress.

Atrocities Determination and Reporting Act

Requires the State Department to decide if harms amount to genocide or crimes against humanity and send an unclassified evidence report with policy recommendations to Congress within one year.

Detainee Release Notification Requirement

People held by CBP or ICE can name someone to be told before release. DHS must try twice to notify and provide language help.

Ban Compelled DEI Training for Research Grants

Stops grant rules that force people to accept certain DEI claims. Agencies must freeze payments on allegations and recover funds if violations are found.

Safer Choice Program Made Permanent

This makes EPA's Safer Choice label permanent and funds the program. Companies must disclose ingredients to get certified.

Block Judgment Fund Payments for Presidential Lawsuits

Stops the federal Judgment Fund from paying money tied to lawsuits filed by the President or Vice President. It covers pending cases and actions starting Jan 20, 2025.

Felony Animal-Cruelty Reporting and Database

Local governments must report felony animal-cruelty convictions and names to compete for Byrne grants. The Justice Department will publish a public database of those records.

Honoring 80 Years of Diplomatic Ties

The House honors 80 years of ties and Filipino American service and reaffirms the Mutual Defense Treaty. It is symbolic and does not change laws.

Study New Military Hazing Offense

Requires the Pentagon to study whether hazing should be a separate military crime and report results in 180 days. No law changes now.

Assimilation Screening for Immigration Benefits

The bill requires interviews to judge applicants' beliefs and likely assimilation. The Department of Homeland Security could deny immigration benefits or deport people for holding listed or other 'incompatible' views.

Lock ESA Clearance for EPA Approval

Treats a 2020 wildlife biological opinion as the final ESA check for an EPA program approval. It stops further federal ESA consultation for that action.

Energy, Water, and Infrastructure Appropriations

Funds water projects, Corps work, energy research, and nuclear programs for FY2027. Local flood control, water deliveries, energy projects, and security work may change.

Medicare Covers Pharmacist Testing, Treatment

Medicare Part B would pay pharmacists for certain tests and short treatments. You could get covered flu, COVID, RSV, and strep care at pharmacies starting in 2026.

Extend EARLY Act Authorization to 2031

Keeps federal authority for young women's breast health education through 2031. Programs can keep operating if funded.

Minimum Prison Terms for High-Value Fraud

Convictions for big frauds would bring required prison time based on money lost. Judges would have less power to give shorter sentences.

Bar President From Suing Federal Government

Stops a sitting President from suing the United States and voids a named settlement. Blocks federal money for related payouts and lets Treasury recover funds.

Shield Veterans From Deportation, Restore Status

Allows some noncitizen veterans to return and get green cards. Bars most removals of service members except serious violent crimes.

Federal Grants to Boost School Mental Health

Provides federal grants so high-need schools can hire or contract mental health professionals. States give competitive grants to districts and must report yearly.

Pause New Federal Immigration Facilities

Agencies cannot build or open new immigration detention or processing sites until public notice, local written approval, and 30 days' congressional notice are completed.

Bring Back Former Foreign Service Officers

Former Foreign Service officers can apply to return for five years after leaving. If approved, they must be reappointed within 180 days and put into the next assignment cycle.

Prioritizing Rural Childcare Projects

Gives rural childcare projects priority for certain USDA loans and grants in 2027–2029. That may help more childcare centers open or improve in small towns.

Ban Federal Bailouts of Local Governments

Stops the Fed and Treasury from backing state or local debt after defaults, except for declared disasters. States could still get direct grants from Congress.

Bring Back Former Foreign Service Quickly

Allows former career Foreign Service members to return within five years. The State Department must reappoint approved requests within 180 days and place them in the next assignment cycle.

Stronger Protections for Police Animals

Hurting police dogs or horses with a weapon can bring stiffer federal prison time. Emergency medical services may be allowed to treat and carry injured police dogs to veterinarians.

Restore Education Benefits After School Fraud

If your school committed fraud or lost approval, VA can restore your education time and seek repayment from the school.

Expand VA Dental Coverage

More veterans get dental care through VA over four years. VA clinics may hire dentists and add equipment.

Boost Job Corps for Defense Jobs

The bill pushes Job Corps to train people for local defense factories and shipyards. Students and veterans may get more outreach and advanced career training.

Extend Three-Year Transitional Work Permits

Some long-term transitional workers may get three-year work permits and renewals. Multi-year permits count toward the yearly worker cap each year.

Allow Health Accounts To Cover Supplements

People can use HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs to buy dietary supplements up to $500 per year. The change applies to purchases after Dec 31, 2025.

End Prorated Federal Housing Benefits

Stops partial HUD housing aid until every household member’s immigration status is verified. It can also block HUD grants to governments or groups that assist people not lawfully present.

Hospitals Must Report Residents' Immigration Status

Hospitals with Medicare funded residency programs must yearly submit deidentified resident immigration status data. The Secretary must publish a state-by-state report to Congress.

Ban HUD Use of Disparate Impact

HUD could not use evidence about unequal effects to enforce or make housing rules. This may limit challenges to policies that hurt some groups more.

National Type 1 Diabetes Awareness Campaign

CDC will run a public campaign to teach families and providers about early signs and screening for type 1 diabetes. Grants help local groups share screening information.

Block Medicare Prior-Authorization Rule

If passed, the resolution cancels a Medicare rule that required prior approval for some services. Patients and providers would no longer need those approvals.

Finish Cape Fox Land Entitlement

Transfers about 180 acres of Tongass National Forest to a Native village and gives subsurface rights to a regional corporation. Public access to National Forest land is preserved.

Exclude Labor and Delivery Beds From Count

Stops labor and delivery beds from counting as acute inpatient beds for critical access hospitals. This lets small rural hospitals add or keep maternity services.

No Pensions for Convicted Lawmakers

Members convicted of certain sexual crimes lose their federal pensions, and agencies can use those funds to pay court-ordered victim restitution.

Block Specific Clerics From Religious Worker Visas

The bill bars certain named clerics from coming to the U.S. on religious worker visas. Mosques and sponsors may lose access to visiting religious leaders.

Defense Construction and Veterans Funding Package

Pays for base construction, family housing, and veterans' care now and for 2028. It changes VA tech, hotline, benefits, and some buying rules.

Expedited Screening for Federal Officers

Gives vetted federal law officers access to faster airport security lanes. It may change wait times and require new checks by screeners.

Label Property Damage As Domestic Terrorism

If damage is meant to intimidate, it could be called domestic terrorism. This would lead to more federal investigations and tracking of such incidents.

Correct Border Officers' Retirement Denials

This bill lets wrongly denied border officers get enhanced retirement credit. It can raise pensions and move up retirement dates for affected officers.

Funding Bill Restricts Rules, Funds Science

Funds science, weather, trade, courts, prisons, and law enforcement for 2027. Blocks many agency rules on guns, research access, DEI, abortion, and China ties.

Stronger Tornado Detection and Warnings

Gives earlier, clearer tornado warnings and funds local preparedness and recovery. People in at-risk areas may get faster alerts and more support after storms.

Hunting, Fishing Violations Could Trigger Deportation

Noncitizens can be barred or removed for hunting or fishing violations. Even minor license or season infractions may affect visas, green cards, or entry.

Recognize National Guard Relief Foundation

It lets the National Guard Relief Foundation be treated like other military relief groups under federal law. It may ease coordination but does not change pay or benefits.

Federal Grants Shift Toward Police Leadership Training

The bill would let federal policing grants pay for senior officer leadership training. Departments may apply for funds and follow new grant priorities.

New Funds for Four At-Risk Species Groups

Creates dedicated funds to pay for habitat work, research, and grants for butterflies, island plants, freshwater mussels, and desert fish. Local groups could get new funding.

Online Portal for Commercial Launch Approvals

Creates a single online system for companies to apply for commercial space launch licenses and approvals. Applicants can submit forms and track status electronically.

Research Program on Women's Radiation Health

Creates government research into how radiation affects women's health. It may lead to better health advice later but does not change services now.

Let Amtrak Funds Count As Grant Match

This lets Amtrak use some federal grant money to meet non-federal match rules for certain rail grants. It may help projects move faster by lowering local cash needs.

Pilot Insured Loans for Basement Conversions

Creates a HUD pilot to insure mortgages for making basements safe, legal homes. Homeowners could get loans to pay for safety upgrades; renters might see more legal units.

Nationwide Concealed Carry for Service Members

Qualified service members could carry concealed handguns across states without separate permits. States may still bar carry in certain places.

Grant Priority for Gang Data Reporting

Local governments that report gang affiliation to the FBI get priority for Byrne-JAG grants. This may push police to collect and send more gang data.

Clarify Cyclic Peptide Negotiation Eligibility

This changes which lab-made ring peptide drugs Medicare may negotiate prices for. Affected patients may see different out-of-pocket costs.

Right to Sue Federal Officials Over Voting

Lets voters sue federal officials who violate constitutional voting rights. This could speed court orders to protect ballots but may mean more lawsuits.

Principals to Get Early-Childhood Training

Federal grant-funded principal training must add early childhood development and partner with preschools. This helps principals support children in pre-K to grade 3.

Tougher Corporate Crime Enforcement

Easier federal criminal cases against companies and their leaders. Businesses may face more prosecutions and should review compliance.

New Limits for Former Federal Attorneys

Adds rules that restrict what federal lawyers can do after leaving government. This may limit hiring and client choices for former government attorneys.

State Charges Allowed for Immigration Harm

People who cause death or serious injury during immigration enforcement can be charged under state criminal law. States may try those cases even if federal officers are involved.

ATF fire investigators get illness presumption

ATF fire investigators get the same illness presumption as federal firefighters. That makes some compensation claims easier if filed after the law starts.

New Federal Subsidy for Local Infrastructure Debt

Local governments can get federal payments to cut borrowing costs for public projects. Projects must pay prevailing wages and investors pay taxable interest.

Permanent Exclusion for Health Care Fraud

Providers convicted of certain fraud crimes would be permanently barred from Medicare, Medicaid and other federal health programs. Patients may need new providers and employers must strengthen hiring checks.

Extend Regional Innovation Program Authority

This keeps a federal program that funds local tech and startup projects. Communities and small businesses may keep applying for grants.

National Long-Term Care Planning Campaign

A national campaign will share clear information and tools to help families plan for long-term care costs and needs. It does not change benefits or require anyone to act.

Set Minimum Salary for Overtime Exemption

Creates a national salary floor so more salaried workers can get overtime pay. Employers may raise pay or start tracking overtime.

Authorize Research on Birth Trauma and PTSD

Allows federal research into traumatic births and perinatal PTSD. This could lead to better screening, treatment, and support for parents and babies over time.

Recognize Endangered Species Day May 15

Names May 15, 2026 Endangered Species Day to raise public awareness. It is symbolic and creates no legal duties.

Support DIPG Awareness Day

Names May 17, 2026 as DIPG Awareness Day and raises awareness of a rare childhood brain cancer. It is symbolic and does not change law or funding.

House Recognizes National Charter Schools Week

This ceremonial resolution asks people to observe National Charter Schools Week. It creates no new laws or funding and may lead to local celebrations.

Publish List of Cashless Bail Policies

Requires the Attorney General to publish and update a public list of places that allow release before trial without paying cash. It does not change who can get released.

Bail Bonds Added to Federal Fraud Law

Treats bail posting and bail bonds as insurance fraud under federal law. Bail companies, sureties, or anyone who commits bail-related fraud could face federal charges.

Speed Payments to Veteran Auto Sellers

Makes the VA pay car and equipment sellers faster and follow prompt payment rules. It centralizes payments and requires reporting of delays and fixing invoices older than 90 days.

Annual National Cemetery Transparency Report

Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to publish a public report each year on national and grant-supported veterans cemeteries. Families can find maps, burial options, and service stats more easily.

Faster VA Responses to Congressional Requests

Makes VA send requested records to the Veterans' Affairs Committees on fixed timelines and limits political interference. Career staff must handle most document production.

Cap Fees, Limit Terms for Court Monitors

Sets national limits on court-appointed monitors' fees and terms. Requires public notice, comment, and yearly reports so taxpayers see costs and work.

Protect HUD Housing Applicants' Immigration Data

Limits HUD from sharing immigration status except to verify or decide housing benefits. Other recipients may not use the information for immigration enforcement.

Labor Access to Earnings and New Hire Data

The Labor Department can get Social Security and new-hire records about federal workers' compensation recipients without telling them. That can change benefit reviews and payments.

Immigration Overhaul Prioritizing National Interest

The bill tightens who can come, work, and become a citizen. It adds a national interest test and stricter family, asylum, and work rules.

Accessible Reproductive Health Workforce Act

Funds training, education, and grants to make sexual and reproductive care accessible for people with disabilities. Supports providers, nurses, and accessible patient materials.

Expand Study Abroad Access and Diversity

This creates a State Department grant program to help more college students study abroad. Grants focus on low-income and underrepresented students and new destinations.

Banking Access Tied to Immigration Status

Banks must check that account holders are U.S. citizens or lawfully present. Accounts can be frozen or closed and people not lawfully present may face penalties.

Reproductive Care Access for People with Disabilities

Funds grants and training to make reproductive health care easier for people with disabilities. Supports provider training, nursing pipelines, accessible education, and a national technical assistance center.

Expand Study Abroad for Undergraduates

Funds colleges to send many more undergraduates abroad, prioritizing underrepresented students and less common destinations. Grants cover student costs and require health and safety plans.

Deny Immigration for Sharia Advocacy

Officials could deny asylum, green cards, or citizenship to people who back or use force to enforce Sharia law. It also lets them revoke green cards later.

Immigration Overhaul Prioritizes National Interest

Shifts immigration toward economic merit, cuts family and lottery visas, tightens asylum and benefits rules. Employers must use E-Verify and many pathways to citizenship become longer.

Expand Critical Minerals Manufacturing Credit

More mined minerals and some mining costs could qualify for a federal tax credit. This may change miner incomes, prices, and federal tax revenue.

Recognize Snow-Clearing Vehicles as Emergency Vehicles

This bill treats government snowplows and deicing equipment as emergency vehicles under the Clean Air Act. That may change how those machines are regulated.

Ban Vulture Investors From Youth Sports

It bars risky private investors from owning youth sports groups and can force sales, refunds, or data return. Communities may get money to lower fees and restore programs.

Boost Pay for Immigration Officers; Remittance Surcharges

Federal immigration officers get large annual pay supplements. People sending money abroad face big new fixed fees to certain countries.

Tribal ID Training for Immigration Officers

DHS officers must learn to recognize tribal documents and handle enrolled tribal members properly. Training is annual and before new regional assignments.

Immediate Congressional Access to Detention Facilities

Members of Congress can enter immigration detention facilities right away for oversight. DHS and contractors must admit them and train staff to follow the rule.

Disavow Sharia To Get Special Visas

Applicants for a certain special immigrant visa must reject sharia law and swear to uphold the U.S. Constitution. Visa officers would add this to eligibility checks.

Allow Grants for Law Enforcement Vehicle Armor

Some DHS grants could pay to harden police vehicles, like adding bulletproof windows. Local agencies could use grants to buy and install vehicle armor.

Tightening Broadband Funding Vetting Rules

The FCC must vet applicants' technical, financial, and business plans before awarding high-cost broadband funds. Penalties rise for applicants who fail pre-authorization obligations.

Add Nursing To Professional Degree List

This bill lists which graduate degrees count as professional degrees for federal student aid. Nursing masters and doctorates are added, which may change aid treatment for some students.

House bars members from prediction market bets

House members and staff can't make bets or contracts that pay based on specific events. This aims to reduce conflicts of interest.

Declare Glioblastoma Awareness Day

This resolution names July 15, 2026 as Glioblastoma Awareness Day. It urges research and honors patients and caregivers but does not change law or funding.

Ban Denials for Missed VA Exams

If you miss a VA medical exam, the VA can't deny your benefits just for that. They must review other records and evidence before deciding.

Annual Mental Health Checkups for Veterans

Veterans with a mental health disability would be offered one voluntary yearly check-in and outreach. Saying no won't affect disability pay.

Transportation Resilience Demonstration Grants

Provides big federal grants to plan and build projects that protect roads, bridges, transit, and ports from storms and floods. Projects must match funds and report results.

Limit Body Armor With Foreign Fibers

Federal buys of body armor would exclude products using foreign-sourced ballistic fibers unless waived. Sellers must list where armor and fibers come from.

Medicaid Coverage for Assisted Living

Medicaid would cover services in assisted living for people who need nursing-home level care when costs are not higher than institutions. States can prioritize housing projects that include care services.

Honoring Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

No change to laws or services. The House honors officers killed in the line of duty and expresses sympathy to their families, spurring memorials and tributes.

Faster Title and Mortgage Reviews on Trust Land

The Bureau of Indian Affairs must finish mortgage and right-of-way reviews on set deadlines and notify lenders. Tribes and agencies get read-only TAAMS access and a new ombudsman.

Congress Must Approve Military Action Against Iran

Stops U.S. forces from combat with Iran unless Congress approves. Troops can still defend people and bases and keep intelligence work.

Prevent Reconciliation War Funding Without Authorization

Stops Congress from using reconciliation to fund military attacks unless it first approves them. It makes it harder to hide war funding in budget bills.

Easier Fireworks Shows Nationwide In 2026

More public fireworks shows may happen in 2026 because state display rules are paused for that year. Local governments and Tribes can still allow, limit, or ban shows.

Clear Labels for Cultivated and Plant Proteins

Makes labels say if products are cell-cultivated or plant-based, and brings cell-cultivated meat under meat inspection laws.

Repeal U Visa Program

This bill ends the U visa, removing work permits and green-card paths for some crime victims. It leaves current holders and pending applicants without clear protections.

Recognize Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Calls for May to honor Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and achievements. No new laws, costs, or benefits.

Ban on Event-Tied Commodity Trades

House members and staff would be forbidden from making or offering trades that pay out based on specific events involving certain commodities. Insurance and legal sports betting are allowed.

Labeling for Cell-Cultivated and Plant Proteins

Cell-cultivated meat must say 'cell-cultivated' on the label. Plant-based products made like meat must be labeled as plant-based and not from meat.

Senate Backs Free, Monitored Elections Abroad

This nonbinding Senate statement urges diplomats to push for free, monitored elections. It signals support for opposition leaders and creates no new laws or spending.

Defending the Dollar's Global Role

Urges steps to keep the dollar dominant and counter China's financial moves. It is symbolic and causes no immediate change to daily life.

Senate Urges Tougher China Strategy

This nonbinding statement urges tougher military, trade, and tech steps against China. If turned into law later, it could raise some prices and restrict certain trade and research ties.

Senate Honors UCLA Women's Basketball Champions

The Senate congratulates UCLA's women's basketball team for winning the national title. It only honors them and does not change laws or cost anyone money.

Senate Honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

Calls for May to honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and culture. It creates no new laws, funding, or programs.

Protect Alliance Ties in War-Crimes Probes

It thanks allied troops and urges fair, nonpolitical probes of wartime conduct. It is nonbinding and asks State and Defense to help ensure impartial reviews.

End Military Hostilities With Iran

Forces must stop fighting Iran unless Congress approves combat. Troops can still defend bases, embassies, and do non-combat work.

Expanded Education and Training for Foster Youth

Former foster youth age 14 or older can use vouchers for college, trade school, apprenticeships, GED, and remedial classes. Voucher time is five years, six if remedial first.

Expand Housing Support for Foster Youth

Helps youth leaving foster care get move-in help, utility and rental support, and lease coaching through age 26. States can use Chafee funds and coordinate with housing agencies.

Expanded Education Aid for Foster Youth

Raises yearly vouchers to $12,000 and simplifies the application. States may offer short grace periods and must do outreach.

Legal Help for Foster Youth

Foster youth can use federal foster care funds for free legal help with IDs, records, housing, school, and jobs. States must include legal barriers in case plans.

Connect Parenting Foster Youth to Home Visits

Pregnant or parenting foster youth must be told about proven home visiting services. States can use funds for case managers to help with health, housing, and childcare.

Boosting Lifelong Support for Foster Youth

Gives youth in foster care more say and written plans, and helps connect them with mentors, peers, family, and community before and after leaving care.

End NDAs That Silence Child Abuse

This law stops contracts that bar talking about child sexual abuse. Survivors and witnesses can speak and report without fear of enforcement.

Protect Allies From Politicized War Crimes Claims

Congress says probes of allied troops should be fair and not political. It urges U.S. agencies to work with partners to keep investigations impartial.

Congress Must Approve Combat With Iran

U.S. forces can't fight Iran unless Congress votes yes. Troops can still defend themselves and protect embassies and ships.

Medicaid Guarantees Home and Community Care

More people can get home or community care instead of nursing homes. States must plan, raise worker pay, and meet quality rules.

States Gain Offshore Control to Nine Miles

This lets some coastal states manage energy and most fishing from 3 to about 9 miles offshore. States can set lease terms and keep new revenue.

States Can Add Boating Fees at Registration

Boat owners may pay extra fees when registering. Funds must be used for safety, access, rescue, and fighting invasive species.

Commission on Americans Living Abroad

Creates a short-term commission to study issues U.S. citizens face abroad and issue recommendations to the President, Congress, and agencies.

Name U.S. Embassy Chancery for Eliot Engel

Renames a U.S. embassy building for Eliot Engel. It is ceremonial and does not affect services, staff, or address.

Expand Police Grant Uses for Tech and Hiring

Allows existing federal police grants to fund hiring, officer gear, drones, and digital forensics. Communities may see more officers and more surveillance tech, with privacy risks.

Recognize National Reentry Week Annually

Names April 24 to 30 as National Reentry Week to highlight needs of people returning from prison. Encourages events and outreach but creates no new services or funding.

April Declared Undiagnosed Awareness Month

Names April for awareness of people without medical diagnoses. It raises public attention and encourages education, but creates no new benefits or funding.

End Unauthorized Military Action Against Iran

Requires U.S. forces to stop fighting Iran in 30 days unless Congress authorizes war. Troops may defend themselves and embassies but not conduct offensive operations.

Congress Restricts Military Strikes on Iran

Stops U.S. fighting with Iran unless Congress votes yes. Troops can still defend themselves, embassies, and allies from immediate attacks.

Protect SNAP Benefits During State Hardship

If a state cannot pay its SNAP share, the federal government pays all benefit costs for that year. Families keep full monthly food aid without cuts.

Rural Hospital Stabilization Loans

Provides low-cost loans to help rural hospitals and clinics stay open. That keeps local emergency, maternity, and mental health services available.

End Hidden Fees on Delivery Apps

Delivery apps must show store prices, item fees, and a running total. Fees cannot change based on who you are or past orders.

Extend and Limit Foreign Intelligence Collection

Keeps foreign intelligence collection until 2029 and adds limits on targeting U.S. persons, new penalties, and more oversight.

Ban Naming Federal Assets After Trump

Stops the federal government from naming or renaming federal buildings, parks, or lands for Donald J. Trump. Existing federal names would revert to prior legal names.

Protect Park and Forest Jobs Through 2030

Most career park and forest workers cannot be laid off until Sept 30, 2030 without top budget leaders' OK. That keeps services steadier for visitors and towns.

Presume Burn Pit Illnesses for Federal Civilians

Certain civilian federal workers who served 30+ days overseas are assumed to have listed cancers and lung diseases caused by their work. That makes workers' comp and survivor claims easier.

End Race and Sex Contracting Preferences

The law ends federal contract preferences based on race, ethnicity, or sex. Businesses compete on equal terms; HUBZone and veteran programs remain.

Buy America Agency Compliance Scorecards

Requires every federal agency to publish an annual report showing which programs meet Buy America rules and steps to reach full compliance. Reports must be public and reduce broad waivers.

Report AI Use on Raw Surveillance Data

Requires agencies to report and publicly summarize when AI accesses raw foreign-intelligence surveillance data. Officials must notify Congress and courts before new systems get access.

Congress Must Approve Combat With Iran

Forces must stop combat against Iran unless Congress votes to allow it. Defensive help, intelligence, and protection for Americans remain allowed.

Congress Must Approve Combat With Iran

Stops U.S. troops from engaging Iran unless Congress approves. Forces can still defend embassies and people, and keep intelligence work going.

Tribal Housing Modernization and Loan Expansion

Gives tribes more control to build or fix homes faster and helps more people get home loans. It adds programs for students and veterans.

End Temporary Protected Status Program

This law ends Temporary Protected Status and cancels current protections. People with that status must leave within 60 days and lose their right to work.

Boost Early Childhood Special Education Funding

Sets higher federal funding limits for early intervention and preschool special education for 2027-2031. States may get more money if Congress appropriates it.

Ban on Importing Nonhuman Primates

Stops most imports of monkeys, apes, and lemurs. Only zoos and aquariums accredited by the AZA can import them if they promise no testing or breeding.

Ban Pet Abandonment on Federal Land

It makes abandoning or violently endangering pets on federal land a federal crime with prison time up to 10 years. Repeat offenders face up to 15 years.

Boosting Community Behavioral Health Funding

Boosts funding and payment rules so community behavioral clinics can expand mental health and addiction services. Adds a new Medicare benefit, grants, data support, and liability protections for clinic staff.

Congress Must Approve Force Against Iran

Stops most U.S. combat with Iran until Congress approves. Keeps troops for defense and intelligence sharing, so routine deployments can continue.

Whale Alert and Vessel Safety Pilot

Sets up a four-year program to spot whales and alert ships in real time. Boat crews will get warnings and may be asked to slow or avoid areas.

Congress Limits President's Military Action Against Iran

Stops U.S. combat with Iran unless Congress approves. Could mean fewer sudden troop deployments and less risk of war.

Congress Must Approve Action Against Iran

Stops U.S. forces from fighting Iran unless Congress approves. Troops can still defend bases and gather intelligence.

Youth Entrepreneurship in Community Learning Centers

Students at community learning centers can get entrepreneurship lessons from volunteer business mentors. The Small Business Administration and Department of Education must make a curriculum and report on use.

15% Raise for TSA Career Employees

Most TSA career employees get a 15% pay increase. Pay bands rise 15%, boosting entry pay and pay caps.

Reserve Dairy Names for Animal Milk Products

Stops non-dairy items from using names like milk or cheese unless from animal milk or labeled as imitation. You may see product names and labels change.

Ban Bad Actors in Energy Markets

Gives regulators power to bar firms or people who rig electricity or gas prices. This aims to reduce sudden wholesale price spikes that can raise your bills.

Ban Bad Actors in Energy Markets

Lets the federal energy regulator ban traders who cheat in wholesale electricity or natural gas markets. That helps cut fake reports and reduce sudden price spikes for consumers.

VA Employee Supplemental Parental Leave

VA employees could take four extra unpaid weeks after a birth, adoption, or foster placement. It adds to existing federal leave and must be used within 12 months.

Standing Disaster Recovery and Resilience Fund

Creates a standing federal fund to speed rebuilding after big disasters. Gives priority to low-income people and requires safer rebuilding in high-risk areas.

False DNA in Fertility Now a Federal Crime

If someone lies about the sperm or egg used in fertility care, they could face federal criminal charges when interstate ties exist. Prosecutors may file charges years after DNA ID.

Require Congress Approval for Iran Hostilities

Stops U.S. combat against Iran unless Congress approves a war. Limited self-defense, intelligence sharing, and evacuations remain allowed.

Require Congressional Approval For War With Iran

Stops U.S. troops from offensive action against Iran unless Congress votes. Keeps self-defense and limited partner aid, reducing sudden-war risk.

Congress: No War With Iran Without Vote

Forces must stop fighting Iran unless Congress approves a new war. Defensive missions and evacuations can still continue.

End Unauthorized Fighting With Iran

Stops U.S. combat with Iran unless Congress approves war. Keeps defenses, intelligence, and evacuation help for Americans.

Stop Unapproved Overseas Combat Operations

Requires ending combat missions that Congress did not approve unless Congress votes to continue. Troops may still defend themselves and protect U.S. facilities and allies.

Block Department of Education Loan Rule

Stops a new Education Department rule on federal student loans. If passed, the rule would have no force and would not take effect.

Federal Reimbursement for Local Immigration Responses

Local police, fire, and EMS can be paid back when they help ICE or CBP. DHS must ask for cost details and pay within 30 days.

Data Centers Must Fund Grid Interconnections

Large data centers must use a new interconnection queue and pay local grid upgrade costs. This aims to protect other customers from higher bills and improve grid reliability.

Boost Veterans Home and Nursing Input

The VA advisory panel must include veterans home staff and a licensed nursing home administrator. This brings their views into VA care planning.

Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal

Creates a medal for veterans the VA certifies as exposed to Agent Orange. Living veterans can request it; families may get one for deceased eligible veterans.

Undo Recent Business Interest Change

Removes a recent tweak to how businesses deduct interest. Firms may deduct different amounts for tax years starting in 2026.

Grants to Protect Students with Disabilities

Creates federal grants for agencies that defend students' school rights. Funds investigations, legal help, monitoring, and family support.

Cap Insulin Costs and Speed Competition

Caps most patients' insulin copays at $35 and removes deductibles for covered insulin. It makes pharmacy benefit managers pass rebates to plans and speeds review of biosimilar drugs.

Verify Lawful Presence For Bank Accounts

Banks and credit unions must verify customers are U.S. citizens or lawfully present. Accounts can be frozen or closed if verification is not provided.

Moratorium on Large AI Data Centers

Stops new or expanded big AI data centers until Congress makes laws protecting jobs, communities, and the environment and blocks exports of some computer hardware.

Zero-Interest Federal Student Loans

Stops interest on most federal student loans and sets up a fund to manage repayments. Many borrowers get automatic zero-interest changes starting July 1, 2026.

SNAP Online Sales and Delivery Standards

Creates privacy, safety, and worker standards for buying SNAP food online and for delivery. Retailers must report compliance or lose SNAP authorization.

Congress Must Approve Hostilities With Iran

It would force the president to stop combat against Iran unless Congress votes to allow it. Defensive protection for U.S. people and allies would still be allowed.

Strengthen Global Health Workforce Strategy

Creates a U.S. strategy and coordinator to boost training, pay, and protections for health workers abroad. Agencies must report on workforce spending each year.

Health Price Transparency and Billing Reform

Requires providers and insurers to post prices and give itemized bills. Consumers can get real-time cost estimates and employers get full claims and contract data.

VA Health Benefits Include Abortion

Eligible veterans and other covered people would get abortion services and counseling through VA care. The law does not explain limits or funding.

Energy Relief and Grid Modernization Act

Lowers home energy costs, expands bill help, and speeds clean power and grid upgrades. It changes permits, funding, and market rules that affect utilities and households.

DHS Use of Force Records to Congress

DHS must send Congress full records of shootings and custody deaths after Jan 20, 2025. Committees get videos, reports, messages, and training files for oversight.

Block Unauthorized War With Iran

Stops U.S. forces from fighting Iran unless Congress votes yes. Keeps troops safe and forces public debate before big new wars.

Revoke Citizenship for Terrorist Ties

This bill lets the government strip naturalized citizens' U.S. citizenship if they join or support designated terrorist groups and speeds detention and deportation.

Windfall Oil Tax and Gas Rebate

Taxes large oil producers when global oil prices rise above 2025 levels and uses the money to give gasoline rebates to eligible filers.

Lock Passenger Security Fees for Aviation

Makes passenger security fees pay for airport screening and staff. Lets airport security keep working during government shutdowns.

AI-Ready Biological Data Standards

Makes federally funded biology data easier and safer to use for AI. NIST sets standards, inventories, tests, and public repositories.

Extend Wage Protections to Home Care Workers

More home caregivers would get federal minimum wage and overtime pay. Families who hire care may pay higher wages or change schedules.

Doubling Military Death Gratuity Payments

Surviving family members get a one-time $200,000 payment for deaths on or after Jan 1, 2026. The amount rises each year with inflation measured by the Consumer Price Index.

Official Red Star Service Banner

Creates an official Red Star banner to honor service members, veterans, and first responders who died by suicide. Families and groups may display it; no new benefits are created.

Park Genomics Library Program

Creates a program to collect and store DNA and specimens from park species. Some genetic data will be public; sensitive locations and samples stay in U.S. repositories.

New Federal ATM Theft and Assault Law

Makes crimes at or involving ATMs federal offenses and adds tougher prison terms. It lets prosecutors bring federal charges for attacks, thefts, or possession of ATM-stolen property.

Congress Must Approve Combat With Iran

Stops U.S. offensive fighting with Iran unless Congress approves. Troops can still defend people, bases, and help partners intercept attacks.

Standardize Wildfire Treatment Reporting

Federal land agencies must count and report acres treated for wildfire risk each year. Reports show location, cost per acre, and effectiveness and are posted online.

Reveal Political Spending and Donors

Groups that spend over $10,000 must name big donors and owners. Many political ads must show who paid or link to a top funders list.

States Can Collect Boating Fees At Registration

Your state could add or raise a fee when you register a boat. The money must pay for boating safety, access, and stopping invasive species.

Congress Must Approve Offensive Military Action

It bars offensive military action without approval from Congress and pulls forces from unapproved fighting. Defending Americans and helping allies with defensive aid still allowed.

Use Veterans Surveys for Nursing Homes

VA inspections of State veterans homes can count as meeting Medicare and Medicaid nursing rules if HHS approves. HHS still investigates complaints and enforces standards.

Ban DHS Use of Full-Body Restraints

Stops DHS from buying or using four- or five-point full-body restraints. Requires quarterly reports and removal of officers who use them or lie about use.

New Liability for Youth Gender Treatments

Allows children or parents to sue health providers for puberty blockers, hormones, and sex change surgeries given to minors. Providers face strict federal liability and money damages.

Local Consent for New Immigration Sites

Federal agencies must publish notice, get a signed local and governor agreement, and wait 30 days after telling Congress before opening new immigration sites.

Require Local Agreement For Detention Sites

Agencies must get public comment and a signed local agreement before opening new immigration detention sites. Congress gets notice and must wait 30 days.

Head Start Expansion and Workforce Reform

Expands Head Start hours and services, raises staff pay and benefits, and requires mental-health supports. Families may get longer care and stronger staff support.

School Concussion Safety and Clearance Act

Requires schools and states to use standard concussion plans. Students with suspected concussions must be removed from play and need a written health release to return.

Post Office Named for Robert Bishop Sr

This bill names a local post office after Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Mail services and addresses stay the same.

Cargo Crew Duty And Rest Rules Extended

Cargo pilots would follow the same duty and rest limits as passenger crews. Carriers may change schedules and hiring to meet rules.

Stop Scam Ads on Online Platforms

Online sites must verify advertisers and quickly remove scam ads. The FTC enforces the rule and platforms lose some Section 230 immunity.

Subject Firearms to Consumer Safety Rules

The bill lets the consumer safety agency set and enforce safety rules for guns. Makers and sellers may face new testing, labels, or design requirements.

Veterans Mammography Access Expansion

Requires the VA to offer mammograms in every State and Puerto Rico within two years. Services must be accessible and can be telescreening, clinics, or mobile units.

Redirect Unspent Agency Funds to Debt

When agencies leave money unused, 49% can be kept one more year, 49% pays public debt, and 2% funds retention bonuses (caps apply).

Strengthen Family Violence Services and Hotlines

Expands and funds services for domestic and dating violence survivors. It boosts hotlines, tribal programs, accessibility, and prevention.

Immigration Detention Medical Standards Act

Requires a fast medical check and basic water, food, and hygiene for people held by immigration authorities. It adds inspections and public reporting.

Allow Grants For Vehicle Security Upgrades

Lets some federal grants pay for vehicle protections like bulletproof windows. Eligible agencies can use existing grant money to upgrade vehicles.

New Federal Voting Integrity Rules

People must show photo ID and prove citizenship to register. Mail ballots require ID copies and must arrive by Election Day to count.

FY2026 Appropriations Omnibus Package

This law funds many federal agencies for fiscal year 2026 and sets rules on how money is spent. It affects grants, research, law enforcement, water, and land programs.

Ban 'Birthing Person' in Federal Language

Federal agencies must stop using 'birthing person' and use female- or woman-centered terms. This will change wording on federal forms and websites.

Study Smart-Device Grid Security and Supply Chains

Orders a Commerce study on risks from foreign-controlled apps that can control high-power home devices. It may lead to future labeling or buying limits but causes no immediate bans.

Strengthen Mental Health Support During Transition

Service members leaving the military get more mental health and suicide prevention information and help enrolling in VA care. Families and providers get more outreach and resources.

Exclude Pay-Receiving Entities From Broker Rules

Small companies that receive a broker's pay will not count as brokers if they meet rules and keep records. Firms must approve payments and supervise.

Protect Military Families from Mold

Sets humidity and mold rules for military housing. Tenants get independent inspections, relocation help, and contractor-paid remediation.

DHS Use-of-Force Accountability Act

Makes DHS adopt one use-of-force rule, bans chokeholds, and requires training, reviews, and public reports. It gives faster notice after serious injuries or deaths.

Limit Mobile Facial Recognition to Ports

Stops DHS from using two mobile facial recognition apps except at ports of entry. Requires quick deletion of U.S. citizens' photos and fingerprints.

Rapid Suppression Mandate for High-Risk Forests

The Forest Service must try to put out fires on high-risk national forest lands within 24 hours. Prescribed burns that escape must be stopped and backfires are limited.

Faster Home Clean Energy Permits

Makes permits and inspections for home solar, batteries, and EV chargers faster and simpler if local offices opt in. You may apply online and get quicker approvals.

Mandatory Data Center Transparency Reports

Federal agencies must publish regular reports on data center water, pollution, greenhouse gases, and energy use. People will see local utility and household effects.

Double Vietnam-Era Native Land Allotment Window

This law gives eligible Native Vietnam-era veterans and heirs more time to seek a land allotment. The deadline for claims is extended from five years to ten years.

Return Wounded Knee Site To Tribal Control

About 40 acres at Wounded Knee become tribal restricted fee land in Pine Ridge Reservation. The tribes control use and the land is tax-exempt.

Carl Jefferson Post Office Designation

Names a local post office the Carl Jefferson Post Office Building. It is only a name change and does not affect mail service or addresses.

Stronger School Safety Tools and Standards

Gives schools training, tech help, and a national data center for emergencies. Federal-funded emergency maps must be digital, secure, U.S.-hosted, and checked yearly.

Limit Remote Access to Controlled Technology

Cloud services that let risky foreign users use U.S.-controlled tech may need export licenses. Companies and researchers may need new checks or blocks for some remote users.

Essential Caregiver Access for Residents

Residents can name one essential caregiver who must be allowed in during emergency visitation restrictions. Facilities must follow warning, appeal, and safety rules.

States Can Buy Local Foods for Food Banks

States can use federal funds to buy local foods for food banks. Small farms and food businesses may sell to states, increasing fresh and culturally relevant options.

Age Verification for Online Adult Content

Covered websites must verify users are adults before showing porn or other harmful images. The Federal Trade Commission will audit and enforce the rules.

Ban Dangerous School Restraints

Schools that get federal funds cannot put kids in seclusion or use most restraints. Parents get quick notice and can sue if rules are broken.

Require Full-Height Bus Driver Barriers

New federally funded large buses must have floor-to-ceiling barriers around drivers. Agencies can waive the rule if a labor union agrees.

School Security Assessment and Upgrade Grants

Gives public schools grants for safety assessments and building security upgrades. Schools must report results and install silent alarms that alert local police.

Domestic Organic Investment Grants

Creates competitive grants so organic farms, processors, and tribal units can expand storage, processing, and tracking. Some projects need matching funds; equipment grants are smaller.

Advance Payments for Tree Replanting

Gives growers an optional advance of up to 25% of expected tree assistance so they can buy seedlings and start replanting sooner.

Photo ID Requirement for SNAP Cards

SNAP EBT cards would show each cardholder's photo and name. Stores must check the photo before each SNAP purchase, which could cause delays or denied sales.

Aid for Farms Hurt by PFAS Contamination

Creates grants to help governments pay farmers for income loss, testing, cleanup, and health checks after PFAS contamination.

Double Home Sale Capital Gain Exclusion

Raises the tax-free home sale gain to $500,000 for singles and $1,000,000 for joint filers. The change applies to sales after the law is passed.

Small Business Investment Leverage Reform

Changes how SBA counts private capital and limits SBIC borrowing. It makes certain rural, low-income, critical tech, and small manufacturer investments count less against limits.

Automatic Cuts for Expired Program Authorizations

Federal programs with expired authorizations face automatic funding cuts and possible shutdown after three years unless Congress reauthorizes them.

Extend Existing Park Leases Without Bidding

Lets compliant leaseholders with five-plus years get extensions without new competitive bids if the park director approves. Rules must be updated within 90 days.

Free GAP Audit Payments for Small Farms

USDA pays small and new farmers the full cost of GAP food-safety audits for five years. This helps them sell to grocery stores that require the audit.

Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Reauthorization

Extends federal grants for prevention, treatment, and recovery through 2030. Boosts support for pregnant people, youth, 9-8-8, and workforce programs.

Expand Native-Serving Agriculture Education Grants

Allows USDA to award three-year agriculture education grants to colleges serving Native students. If funded, schools could offer more hands-on farming and food-system training.

Permit In-Service Rollovers to IRA Annuities

Older workers could move some employer 401(k) contributions into an IRA annuity while still working. Plans must give a plain-language 30-day notice explaining rollover rules.

AI Action and Security Plan

Agencies must write an AI action plan and a report on AI security risks and ideological bias. It sets deadlines but does not immediately change rules.

Child Welfare Non-Discrimination Act

Bars discrimination in federally funded foster and adoption services for religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status. HHS will set rules, collect data, and can cut funds.

Stricter Aircraft Tracking and Transparency Rules

Most crewed planes must add traffic-aware receivers by 2031. Government flights face tighter limits and must report when public tracking is turned off.

Visa Bans for Anti-LGBTQI Abusers

This creates a public U.S. list of foreign people who abuse LGBTQI people and blocks their visas. It adds tracking, reports, and family exemptions.

Tackling Foreign Robocalls and Tracebacks

Creates an FCC taskforce to study unlawful robocalls from abroad and report to Congress. It adds bond rules and legal immunity for groups tracing call origins.

Restore ATF Access to Firearm Records

ATF can keep and share more gun records and inspect dealers more often. This may change privacy and how dealer licenses are denied or revoked.

Fund Unarmed Transit Support Specialists

Transit agencies can use certain federal grants to hire unarmed staff who help riders, report problems, and de-escalate minor conflicts.

Small Business, Veterans, and Families Act

Expands help for small businesses and tribes, adds hiring credits for military spouses, offers veterans annual mental health checks, and boosts federal steps against package theft and fentanyl.

Pathway to Residency for Noncitizen Veterans

Allows removed noncitizen veterans to seek green cards and naturalization. Stops most removals of current service members unless convicted of violent crimes.

Pausing Redemptions for Suspected Exploitation

Funds can pause payout if they suspect an older or impaired investor is being exploited. Named contacts may be notified and records kept.

Revamp Federal Supervised Release Rules

Judges must say why they add supervised release, and people who follow rules may get earlier release or end supervision sooner.

Forest Service Local Land Exchange

Allows a land swap so a private parcel becomes National Forest land. It may change ownership and public access for the small federal parcel.

Upgrade School Kitchens and Train Staff

Provides grants and loan guarantees so schools can buy kitchen equipment, fix food-service spaces, and train staff. Tribal organizations eligible.

Require Proof Before Removing Voters

States must verify people are ineligible before removing them from federal voter rolls. If removed, people get a notice within 48 hours with steps to fix it.

Pause Collections for Furloughed Federal Workers

Pauses evictions, foreclosures, and many collections for furloughed federal workers during a shutdown and 30 days after. Courts can delay payments and stop penalties.

Expand Physical Therapy Access in Underserved Areas

Lets physical therapists join a federal loan-repayment program and lets some clinics bill Medicare for physical therapy starting 2027. This may increase access in rural and underserved areas.

Extend Water Resilience Program Authorization

Keeps EPA water resilience grant programs authorized through 2031. This lets states and utilities apply for support while funding still needs future approval.

Spotted Lanternfly Public Awareness Campaign

The Agriculture Department will run TV, radio, and billboard ads in infested areas saying spotted lanternflies are an invasive pest and to kill any you see.

Limit Hearings to Speed Nuclear Licensing

The bill lets the NRC approve many nuclear licenses without a hearing unless someone asks within 30 days. It also requires informal hearings when held.

Tropical Plant Health Grants

Creates federal grants to study and fight pests of tropical crops and fund area-wide pest management programs. Extends grant authorization through 2030.

Police Pursuit Policy Shift

Police may start vehicle chases unless a supervisor deems them too risky, futile, or unnecessary. The Justice Department will study public chase alerts for possible use.

Prohibit Grant Purchases From Crime-Linked Dealers

Cities and police must promise not to buy guns from dealers on an ATF public list. ATF will publish and update the list and notify agencies about traced guns.

Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care

Stops many puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries for people under 18. It lets harmed youths and parents sue in federal court.

New Tropical Plant Pest Research Grants

Creates grants to study and fight pests that harm tropical crops. It lets the Agriculture Department fund research, surveys, and areawide pest programs through 2030.

Priority Funding for Rural Childcare

USDA will prioritize rural loans and grants for projects that expand childcare in farming communities. This may create more local care for young children and help parents work.

Use Market Data for Medicare Lab Payments

Medicare will use a large private-claims database to set many lab test payments. This may change lab payment amounts but not your out-of-pocket costs.

Permit Stronger Post-Disaster Watershed Repairs

The Agriculture Department can approve watershed repairs that go beyond restoring what was lost. Projects can be stronger to better protect land and homes after storms.

Restore SNAP Eligibility After Drug Convictions

Stops states from denying SNAP for drug convictions. Lets people leaving jail within 30 days be counted in SNAP households.

Stable Funding for Remote Farm Reimbursements

Makes funding automatic so remote area farmers get predictable reimbursements. When the set funds cover all approved claims, the Department of Agriculture cannot cap payments to individual producers.

Move Territorial Food Aid Into SNAP

After a long phase-in, people in the territory would get food aid under SNAP rules. The change begins in ten years and may take five more years.

Allow Overhead on Aquaculture Grants

Universities and extension services can include overhead on aquaculture grants. Up to $15 million may be authorized per year from 2026–2030 if funded.

Create Independent FEMA Cabinet Agency

Makes FEMA a separate Cabinet agency and speeds disaster aid and rebuilds. Homeowners, renters, and local governments get faster grants, clearer shelter rules, and public tracking of aid.

Strengthen Counter-Drone Protections for Aviation

Gives federal agencies and some police tools to detect and stop unsafe drones near airports, big events, and key sites. Sets privacy limits and reporting.

Conservation Program Flexibility and Payment Cap

Farmers could hay or graze some acres in emergencies and get cost help for fences and water. Rental payments could rise to $125,000 per person.

Extend Rural Middle-Mile Authority to 2031

Keeps federal authority to support regional internet backbone projects through 2026–2031. May make it easier for local providers to expand rural broadband, but funding is not guaranteed.

Federal Grants for Animal Shelters

Creates federal grants so shelters can pay for food, vet care, housing, and staff. Shelters must file yearly reports on animals and spending.

Specialty Crops Promotion Grant Program

Creates grants to fund marketing of U.S.-grown fruits, vegetables, nuts and flowers. Grower groups must match part of the funds and meet reporting rules.

Long-Term Care Pharmacy Supply Fee

Medicare plans must pay a $30 supply fee when long-term care pharmacies fill qualifying prescriptions in 2026 and 2027. The government will repay plans later.

Phase Out Bleed Air on Planes

New planes must stop using engine bleed air and later models must have filters. It aims to cut passenger and crew exposure to oil fumes.

Tighter Checks for Terrorist Watchlist Entries

DHS must check and audit watchlist nominations and request quick fixes. This aims to reduce mistaken flags and speed corrections for travelers and citizens.

National Food Date Labeling Standard

Sets two standard date labels for food and rules for how they appear. Makes dates easier to read and lets companies use tech tools.

Expand Career Counseling Uses in Schools

Lets schools spend student support grants on career counseling, internships, and workforce data tools. Counselors can get training and partner with local employers.

Smart Gun Safety Pilot Grants

Small businesses can get grants to build and sell gun safety tech. It funds prototypes, testing, and plans but does not require anyone to buy new guns.

Federal Gun Safety Research Board

Creates a federal board to fund gun-violence research, public education, and annual recommendations. It may fund local programs and give guidance to communities.

Boost Native Seed and Seedling Partnerships

Lets more partners get Forest Service grants to collect native seeds and grow seedlings for ecosystem restoration.

Strategic Defense Technology Partnership

The Defense Department must seek a partnership to coordinate defense technology and industry ties. It could create jobs for companies and raise U.S.-China tensions.

Fund CDC Gun Violence Research

Lets Congress fund CDC studies on gun safety and preventing gun violence. Authorizes up to $50 million per year if Congress approves.

Rescind Unspent Foreign Aid Funds

It cancels about $7.9 billion in unspent foreign aid and some public broadcasting funds. Refugee help, peacekeeping, and overseas projects may lose money.

Expand TRICARE Young Adult Coverage

More military young adults could join TRICARE and may no longer pay a separate monthly premium. Families could save; the Defense Department would update enrollment and billing.

Fair Representation and Ranked Choice Act

Requires ranked-choice voting for federal races and new multi-member districts. States get federal help and courts can fix bad maps.

Immigration Agents Required To Wear Body Cameras

Most immigration officers and detention staff must wear body cameras for full shifts. People in related cases can get footage under Homeland Security rules.

Biennial Border Infrastructure Surveys and Repairs

DHS must check border barriers and tech every two years and fix problems quickly. It lets DHS waive some legal rules to speed repairs.

Tougher Enforcement for Surprise Medical Bills

Raises penalties and forces faster payments to enforce surprise billing rules. Patients stay protected; plans and providers face bigger fines and new repayment duties.

Medicare Covers Hereditary Cancer Testing

Medicare would pay for inherited cancer gene testing and for more frequent high-risk screening and preventive surgery when clinical guidelines recommend them.

Open Data for Endangered Species Decisions

Agencies must publish the data behind species listings and share it with affected states and tribes. The government must also publish monthly reports of endangered species litigation spending.

Job Protection for Organ Donor Recovery

Employees can use job-protected FMLA leave to recover from organ donation surgery. Federal agencies should substitute paid leave where possible.

Protect Living Donors' Access to Insurance

Insurers may not treat living organ donors worse for life, disability, or long-term care insurance unless donor status clearly raises insurance risk. HHS will update public education.

Make Airspace Sovereignty Permanent

The bill makes Executive Order 14305 permanent law and forces agencies to follow it. Day-to-day effects depend on what that order requires.

Fix Tribal Water Settlement Funds

This bill sends one-time money to three tribal water funds so they can pay for water projects and repairs. It also directs Treasury to waive certain past interest payments.

FDA Microplastics Health Study

Requires FDA to study how microplastics in food and water affect health and report findings and recommendations to Congress within one year.

U.S.-Israel Health Innovation Partnership

Funds joint U.S.-Israel projects to speed health tech, vaccines, and telemedicine. Startups, hospitals, and researchers can apply for grants; patients may get new tools over time.

Faster Death Certificates for Veterans

VA primary care clinicians must sign veteran death certificates for natural deaths within 48 hours, or local coroners may step in.

Olympic Games Commemorative Coins

Creates commemorative coins for the 2028 and 2034 Olympic Games. Surcharges fund Olympic organizers after the Mint recovers its costs.

Exclude Settlement Trusts From Benefit Tests