United States Bills
Senate Resolution Praises Faith-Based University
A symbolic Senate resolution recognizing a faith-based university for its history, mission, and community contributions, without any funding or regulatory changes.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4392-4393)
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Senate resolution recognizing SAAMI safety standards
A symbolic Senate recognition of SAAMI's century of safety standards and its cooperative role with industry and scientific groups.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Senate resolution on clemency
A non-binding sense of the Senate resolution opposing clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, highlighting accountability for crimes against minors and support for victims; it does not change statutes or sentencing.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4311)
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Anti-Counterfeiting Awareness Month
A Senate resolution designates July 2026 for consumer education on counterfeits and trademarks; non-binding and does not create new laws or funding.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4351; text: CR S4338-4339)
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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.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4286)
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Pioneer Day Commemoration Resolution
A non-binding resolution recognizing pioneers and Pioneer Day, praising religious liberty, industry, and community contributions in the American West.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4268-4269)
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central asia diplomacy resolution
non-binding senate resolution signaling U.S. diplomacy with central asia on sovereignty, security cooperation, and trade relations.
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4271-4272)
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Ethics resolution condemning judge misconduct
This resolution condemns alleged misconduct by a federal judge; it expresses disapproval, cites ethical standards, and notes no discipline or penalties are specified.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4195)
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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.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2938-2939)
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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.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 431.
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Settlement on Akwesasne Mohawk Lands
This settlement would ratify agreements, authorize land and easement transfers, and designate tribal lands as Indian Country.
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Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
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IHS PRC Reimbursement and Notice
This bill would make the Indian Health Service the payer for IHS-authorized purchased/referred care, require notices within 5 days, and create a reimbursement process for patients who already paid.
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Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
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Tribal Forest Protection Expansion
expands the Tribal Forest Protection Act to include more land types, allows tribes to protect or restore both tribal and federal lands, and authorizes limited funding.
Status
Held at the desk.
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Anti-Counterfeiting Awareness Month
A symbolic designation of a national anti-counterfeiting awareness month promoting consumer education without new funding or legal powers.
Status
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4490; text: 07/08/2025 CR S4259)
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Graduate medical education office expansion
Establishes a dedicated office to oversee residency and clinical training, coordinate across federal partners, and expand education pipelines to recruit and retain health professionals serving Indigenous communities.
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Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Tribal land settlement for Keweenaw Bay
A one-time payment to settle a land claim and extinguish tribal claims to select lands, while safeguarding private title and restricting gaming-related use.
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Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Senate Honors AANHPI Heritage Month
The Senate names May as AANHPI Heritage Month and encourages public events and education. It raises awareness but creates no new laws or funding.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3142; text: 05/08/2025 CR S2844-2845)
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Multi-State Apprenticeship Approval for Veterans
Would let VA approve cross-state apprenticeship programs for veterans' education benefits, replacing multiple state approvals for multi-state programs.
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Introduced
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FHA First Responder Housing
Proposes an FHA mortgage insurance program for first-time buyers who are first responders and teachers, allowing 100% financing with no down payment and a larger upfront premium; time-limited funding.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
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Tailpipe Regulation Reform
Proposes limiting EPA authority over tailpipe rules and preserving multiple engine types for new vehicles.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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USCIRF Authorization Extension
Extends USCIRF authorization for two fiscal years, enabling Congress to decide on funding through 2028.
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Introduced
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Nitrite-containing product ban
This measure would classify consumer products with 10%+ sodium nitrite as banned hazardous items, with industrial exemptions and foods excluded, affecting retail sales, labeling, and compliance for manufacturers.
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Introduced
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Veterans fiduciary reporting to NICS
Would bar sending a veteran’s identifying info to the firearm background-check system solely due to fiduciary payments unless a judge finds the veteran dangerous.
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Introduced
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Wasteful spending disclosure rewards
A proposed framework to reward federal workers who identify wasteful expenses and require CFO review, with public disclosures and oversight by OPM and GAO.
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Introduced
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