Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Recycled Materials Attribution Act
Sets uniform federal rules for recycled content claims and allows mass balance accounting if certified; enforced by the Federal Trade Commission.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 0.
Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness
Updates FAA certification processes to speed approval and clarity for new aircraft technologies, including advanced air mobility.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Wisconsin Antietam and Manassas Memorials
Authorizes two memorials honoring Wisconsin infantry at Antietam and Manassas; requires private fundraising, Secretary approval, and Secretary maintenance after installation.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion
Allows more non-Federal hydropower at Reclamation facilities and clarifies facility definitions, FERC authorization timing, and site jurisdiction.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 676.
SAFE CATTLE Act
Require USDA and Interior to sign an agreement to prevent, detect, and eradicate New World screwworm on covered lands and report annually to Congress.
Subcommittee Hearings Held
DHS ELO Reorganization Plan
This proposal directs DHS to move ELO into the I&A Partner Engagement directorate and requires a detailed plan with costs, timelines, and oversight to minimize disruption.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
ntas modernization plan
Calls for a DHS plan to modernize NTAS, with clear alert criteria, expanded public access, stakeholder input, and an independent GAO review within two years.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 0.
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.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 557.
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.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.
No Immunity for Glyphosate Act
Blocks federal funds for an executive order on phosphorus and glyphosate and lets people sue manufacturers by removing certain immunities for exposure-related harms.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Men's Health Office Study
A proposal to study men's health needs and create an Office of Men's Health within HHS to coordinate screening, awareness, and sharing best practices using existing funds.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Federal Extreme Risk Protection Orders
Creates a federal ERPO process to bar high-risk individuals from firearms, require surrender and reporting, and fund state programs and training.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Efficiency Adjustment Delay Act
Delays a planned efficiency change to work RVUs and updates conversion-factor percentage rules; requires a report before possible future implementation.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
United States-Cuba Trade Act
Removes many U.S. trade and travel restrictions on Cuba, allows telecommunications and remittances, extends normal trade treatment, and directs presidential negotiations and reports.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services, 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.
Healthy Families Act
Requires most employers to let workers earn and use paid sick time for personal and family health and safety reasons.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, 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.
Contract Our Veterans Act
Sets a 5% governmentwide procurement goal and new contracting preferences for veteran‑owned small businesses.
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
United States-Israel FUTURES Act
Creates a U.S.-Israel defense technology partnership to speed joint research, testing, and co-production of military technologies, with reporting and some public updates.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.
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.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Indoor air quality tax credit
A proposed federal tax credit to incentivize indoor air quality assessments and upgrades in commercial, public, and nonprofit buildings, with higher credits for wage and apprenticeship-compliant projects.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BASICS Act
Creates a new bridges grant program, changes transportation planning funding and rules, and increases support for regional and rural planning.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
ICE Hiring Freeze
This measure would pause federal hiring and detailing into ICE, restricting staffing changes until Congress passes a new law to modify or end the freeze.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
Tim's Act
Raises pay and benefits, adds leave and health support, and changes retirement rules for federal wildland firefighters.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.