Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Correct Border Officers' Retirement Denials
This bill lets wrongly denied border officers get enhanced retirement credit. It can raise pensions and move up retirement dates for affected officers.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 40 - 0.
Expedited Screening for Federal Officers
Gives vetted federal law officers access to faster airport security lanes. It may change wait times and require new checks by screeners.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
Label Property Damage As Domestic Terrorism
If damage is meant to intimidate, it could be called domestic terrorism. This would lead to more federal investigations and tracking of such incidents.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Funding Bill Restricts Rules, Funds Science
Funds science, weather, trade, courts, prisons, and law enforcement for 2027. Blocks many agency rules on guns, research access, DEI, abortion, and China ties.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 567.
Stronger Tornado Detection and Warnings
Gives earlier, clearer tornado warnings and funds local preparedness and recovery. People in at-risk areas may get faster alerts and more support after storms.
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
Hunting, Fishing Violations Could Trigger Deportation
Noncitizens can be barred or removed for hunting or fishing violations. Even minor license or season infractions may affect visas, green cards, or entry.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Online Portal for Commercial Launch Approvals
Creates a single online system for companies to apply for commercial space launch licenses and approvals. Applicants can submit forms and track status electronically.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Research Program on Women's Radiation Health
Creates government research into how radiation affects women's health. It may lead to better health advice later but does not change services now.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Let Amtrak Funds Count As Grant Match
This lets Amtrak use some federal grant money to meet non-federal match rules for certain rail grants. It may help projects move faster by lowering local cash needs.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Pilot Insured Loans for Basement Conversions
Creates a HUD pilot to insure mortgages for making basements safe, legal homes. Homeowners could get loans to pay for safety upgrades; renters might see more legal units.
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Nationwide Concealed Carry for Service Members
Qualified service members could carry concealed handguns across states without separate permits. States may still bar carry in certain places.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Grant Priority for Gang Data Reporting
Local governments that report gang affiliation to the FBI get priority for Byrne-JAG grants. This may push police to collect and send more gang data.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Clarify Cyclic Peptide Negotiation Eligibility
This changes which lab-made ring peptide drugs Medicare may negotiate prices for. Affected patients may see different out-of-pocket costs.
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.
Right to Sue Federal Officials Over Voting
Lets voters sue federal officials who violate constitutional voting rights. This could speed court orders to protect ballots but may mean more lawsuits.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Principals to Get Early-Childhood Training
Federal grant-funded principal training must add early childhood development and partner with preschools. This helps principals support children in pre-K to grade 3.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Tougher Corporate Crime Enforcement
Easier federal criminal cases against companies and their leaders. Businesses may face more prosecutions and should review compliance.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
New Limits for Former Federal Attorneys
Adds rules that restrict what federal lawyers can do after leaving government. This may limit hiring and client choices for former government attorneys.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
State Charges Allowed for Immigration Harm
People who cause death or serious injury during immigration enforcement can be charged under state criminal law. States may try those cases even if federal officers are involved.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
ATF fire investigators get illness presumption
ATF fire investigators get the same illness presumption as federal firefighters. That makes some compensation claims easier if filed after the law starts.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
New Federal Subsidy for Local Infrastructure Debt
Local governments can get federal payments to cut borrowing costs for public projects. Projects must pay prevailing wages and investors pay taxable interest.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Banking Access Tied to Immigration Status
Banks must check that account holders are U.S. citizens or lawfully present. Accounts can be frozen or closed and people not lawfully present may face penalties.
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Congressional Prediction Market Ban
Prohibits Members and household members from participating in certain prediction market contracts; requires annual certification and allows fines and investigations.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Cancer survivorship care program
Expands Medicare and Medicaid coverage for survivorship planning, fertility preservation, transition services, and employment support for cancer survivors.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and 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.
Fair Care Act of 2026
Major comprehensive health care bill changing HSAs, insurance rules, drug regulation, telehealth, Medicare/Medicaid, competition, PBMs, and malpractice.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Education and Workforce, the Judiciary, Oversight and Government Reform, Rules, the Budget, Armed Services, and House Administration, 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.