Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Energy standards feasibility and justification
proposal to require that any new or revised energy efficiency standards be technologically feasible and economically justified, guiding DOE rulemaking on appliances and equipment
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
Relief for Sindy Rodriguez-Fernandez
Gives Sindy Rodriguez-Fernandez a path to permanent residence and waives certain immigration grounds if she applies and pays fees within two years.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
disapproval of esa harm definition rule
A joint resolution would cancel a change redefining harm under the esa, maintaining the current interpretation while lawmakers weigh next steps.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 618.
Recognizing Suicide and Supporting 988 Day
Senate resolution supporting Sept 8, 2026 as 988 Day and recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and the 988 Lifeline.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4737)
Shelter dogs pilot program
Pilot to place shelter dogs as emotional support for frontline staff, with training and welfare safeguards.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 569.
Community School Coordinators Week
Designates September 13–19, 2026 as Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4675)
Close loopholes to deter unlawful entry
A proposed measure to close gaps in immigration rules to reduce unlawful border crossings; sponsors and committee referral are noted, but detailed text and fiscal data are not published.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Congressional disapproval of harbor craft standards
A resolution to overturn an EPA decision on harbor craft emission standards, blocking a substantially similar rule unless Congress authorizes it.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sanctuary CDBG Restriction
proposal to bar sanctuary jurisdictions from receiving housing funds.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Stone Slab Fabrication Shield
Would shield stone-slab manufacturers and sellers from most silicosis lawsuits arising when third-party fabrication causes exposure.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act
Adds the Coast Guard to a requirement to buy certain personnel equipment from American sources and clarifies which secretaries act.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Strength in Diversity Act
Creates a grant program to plan and implement school diversity strategies and reduce racial and socioeconomic isolation in public schools and early childhood programs.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
SBA Noncitizen Ownership Eligibility
expands access to select small-business programs by allowing 51% ownership to be held by citizens or eligible noncitizens who are legally present and working at application.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Remove U.S. Forces From Iran Hostilities
Directs President to remove U.S. forces from unauthorized hostilities within or against Iran, while allowing certain defensive and intelligence activities.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Direct File Act of 2026
Creates a free federal online tax filing program that imports IRS data, supports state filings, and voids agreements blocking such services.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Venezuela Oil Proceeds Act
Requires the GAO to audit U.S. agencies’ role in the January 6, 2026 U.S.-Venezuela energy deal and report findings to Congress.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S579)
One Fair Price Act
Stops companies from using surveillance data or automated systems to charge different prices to different consumers for similar products.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
DETECT Nitazenes Act of 2025
Adds nitazenes to substances S&T and DEA must address to improve detection at very low concentrations.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Safe Routes Improvement Act
Requires each state to designate a Safe Routes to School coordinator, post contact details online, fill vacancies within 180 days, and may use certain federal program funds for salary.
Committee on Environment and Public Works Senate Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Hearings held.
Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes
Allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to provide required Medicare documentation for coverage of certain diabetic shoes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2973-2974)
Safe and Private Rides
Requires ride-hail apps to disclose in-car cameras and let riders opt out within 180 days.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Housing Affordability Act
Updates how multifamily mortgage limits are calculated and raises many dollar limits starting July 1, 2025.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
PRICE Act Manufactured Housing Grants
Creates a competitive grant program to improve and preserve affordable manufactured housing communities and related infrastructure.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Hearing Protection Act
Removes silencers from firearms definition; changes tax, registration, and state rules.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.