United States Bills
Block New Seasonal Worker Rule
If passed, this cancels new protections for seasonal foreign workers and keeps current employer rules. Employers avoid new oversight and workers lose added safeguards.
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Introduced
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No Recess Until Funding Laws Pass
Says the House should not take a break until yearly funding laws are passed. If followed, it could reduce shutdowns and keep government services running.
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Introduced
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Leaders Can Move Congressional Sessions
If Washington is unsafe, leaders can move Congress to another city so it can keep working. Little effect day-to-day unless used.
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Received in the Senate.
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Senate Names New Secretary
The Senate tells the House that Jackie Barber is its new Secretary. This is a routine administrative step that does not change laws or services.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Senate Names New Sergeant at Arms
The Senate tells the House it elected Jennifer Hemingway as Sergeant at Arms. This records who runs Senate security and access but does not change laws.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Senate Declares Quorum, Begins Work
The Senate says enough members are present and can start business. The Secretary will tell the House.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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House Names Top Administrative and Security Leaders
The House appointed its Clerk, Sergeant-at-Arms, and Chief Administrative Officer. This keeps records, security, payroll, and tech services running.
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Introduced
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Create Standing Committee on Health
Changes who in Congress handles health laws and agency oversight. FDA and CDC oversight moves to a new committee and lawmakers may act faster on health issues.
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Introduced
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Parliament Orders Review to Limit Agency Power
Starts a six-month review to cut agencies' rulemaking power. No immediate changes; future laws could make rules stricter and less flexible.
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Introduced
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House Names Speaker and Clerk
This formal notice says the House has leaders and can do business. It has no direct effect on laws or services.
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Introduced
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Joint Committee to Notify President
Speaker appoints two House members to a joint committee to tell the President Congress has convened. It confirms Congress is ready to receive official messages.
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Introduced
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Support Whole-Person Women's Healthcare Standards
This nonbinding resolution praises whole-person women's health clinics. It does not change laws, benefits, or require new services.
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Introduced
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House Supports Photo ID in Elections
This nonbinding resolution says photo ID helps secure elections but does not change voting rules. It adds no new requirements or costs.
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Introduced
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House Condemns ICC Arrest Warrants
This nonbinding House resolution rejects ICC authority and backs Israel. It does not change law or daily life for most people.
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Introduced
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Electoral Vote Joint Session Scheduled
Sets when and where Congress will open and count electoral votes on January 6, 2025. It does not change election results or voter rights.
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Introduced
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Jimmy Carter to Lie in State
People may visit the Capitol Rotunda to pay respects January 7–9, 2025. Capitol officials will set up the space and manage hours and security.
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Introduced
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Senate Names New Sergeant at Arms
This names who runs Senate security, building access, and daily operations. Most people won't see changes, but visitors and staff may notice access rules.
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Introduced
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Senate Names New Sergeant at Arms
This names who runs Senate security and visitor access. It does not change laws or affect daily life.
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Introduced
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Gary Myrick Named Senate Minority Secretary
This names the top staff leader for the Senate minority. It has no direct effect on your taxes, benefits, or daily life.
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Introduced
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Senate Names Grassley President Pro Tempore
Names Senator Grassley to preside when the Vice President is absent. Keeps Senate operations and the presidential succession clear.
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Introduced
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Senate Names Grassley President Pro Tempore
Formally names the Senate's presiding officer and updates succession records. It does not change laws or affect daily life.
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Introduced
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Senate Default Noon Start Time
Requires the Senate to meet each day at noon unless leaders set a different time. It only changes the Senate's schedule, not public services.
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Introduced
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Senate Names Secretary
Chooses Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate starting January 3, 2025. This is an internal staffing decision and does not change public services or laws.
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Introduced
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Senate Chooses New Secretary
This names Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate. It is an internal change with no direct effect on the public.
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Introduced
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