United States Bills
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.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 440.
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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.
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Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2922-2924; text: CR S2923)
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Introduced
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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.
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Became Public Law No: 119-28.
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Stricter Dog Import Health Rules
Requires electronic health papers, permanent ID, and permits before dogs enter the U.S. Importers and carriers must follow rules or face fines and costs.
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Introduced
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Stricter Rules for Dog Imports
Importers must submit electronic vet certificates and permanent ID before dogs enter the U.S. Dogs for transfer need permits and must be at least six months old.
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Introduced
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Reauthorize Recovery-to-Work Grants Through 2030
Keeps federal grants that link addiction treatment, housing, and job training. Lets grantees use some funds for transportation and requires tracking employment outcomes.
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Introduced
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Mandatory Detention and State Enforcement Power
This law forces federal immigration officials to detain people charged with certain theft and assault crimes and lets state attorneys general sue if officials fail to detain or remove them.
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Became Public Law No: 119-1.
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Allow Bundled Disapproval of Midnight Rules
Congress can use one vote to cancel several rules made in a President's final year. Agencies and businesses may face faster, grouped rollbacks of late-term rules.
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Introduced
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