Federal
American Legislation
119th Congress1st Session
Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office
Names the Syracuse post office at 2200 South Salina Street the Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building.
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Protecting Sibling Relationships Act
Creates a five-year HHS grant pilot to fund specialized foster programs to place and keep large or complex sibling groups together; authorizes up to $10 million.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
U.S. in Expos Act
Authorizes the State Department to use funds for U.S. pavilions at international expositions and repeals a prior funding restriction.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Disaster Declaration Transparency Act
Creates a fast congressional process to reverse certain presidential refusals of major disaster declarations and requires a 24-hour explanation.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Food Reform for Effective and Sustainable Health (FRESH) Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Stroller Handling and Liability Act
Requires airlines to list strollers in contracts and set a $2,175 damage liability limit.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 7378) to amend the Calder Act to permanently adjust American time, and for other purposes.
Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Steube. Petition No: 119-20. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2026042920">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
Condemnation of Presidential Post
House resolution condemning an AI image the President posted as portraying himself as Jesus, and asking for a public apology.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Committee to Initiate Judicial Proceedings
Authorizes House Oversight committee to sue or intervene in court to enforce a subpoena for testimony and documents in a sex trafficking records inquiry.
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Supports naming May 2026 Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and encourages rider training, awareness, and protective gear.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Ban on AI Chatbots in Kids' Toys
Prohibits making, importing, selling, or distributing children's toys or child care articles that include an AI chatbot, effective 180 days after enactment.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3000-3001)
Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month
A House resolution supporting April as a month to promote cancer prevention, screenings, and early detection nationwide.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Clarence Mitchell Jr. Statue
Directs Congress to obtain and place a statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr. in the U.S. Capitol within two years and authorizes necessary funding.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Support for Community Water Fluoridation
House resolution recognizing water fluoridation as safe and encouraging states to start or maintain recommended fluoride levels.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jaime's Law
Requires licensed dealers to handle most private ammunition transfers and run background checks; lists exceptions; effective 180 days after enactment.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Advanced Integrated Circuit Export Controls
Limits exports of high-end data-center integrated circuits to certain countries and sets rules for approved U.S. persons to transfer chips abroad.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act
Sets rules for use of AI that affects people; requires audits, disclosures, human options, record-keeping, and enforcement.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bringing Assistance for Rural Needs Act
Keeps Farm Services Agency offices open during federal shutdowns by designating their work as emergency services.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Capacity Building for Business Districts
Creates a pilot grant program to help local organizations support small businesses and revitalize business districts, prioritizing underserved communities.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Child Care for Police Officers Act
Creates competitive grants to help provide child care for officers’ children during shift and nonstandard hours, through 2030.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
INFANTS Act of 2025
Requires routine testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and stronger recall authority for foods for children up to 24 months.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
U.S. Engagement in Sudanese Peace
Requires reports, sanctions, diplomacy, and support to protect civilians and advance a peace process in Sudan.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
PAST Act of 2025
Strengthens the Horse Protection Act to ban more soring practices, tighten penalties, require licensed inspectors, and require USDA reporting and rules.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
EAGLES Act of 2025
Reauthorizes and expands the Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center; adds a school violence prevention program with training, research, and $10,000,000 per year for 2026 through 2030.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.