Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Substance Use Prevention Month Resolution
Senate resolution supports designating October 2026 as Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month to raise public awareness.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299)
Request for Israel Human Rights Information
Senate resolution asking for information about Israel's human rights practices under section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act; referred to committee.
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 51. Record Vote Number: 252. (consideration: CR S5158-5159)
Day of the Deployed 2026
A resolution honors deployed service members and their families on October 26, 2026.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5176)
Honoring Nancy Kassebaum’s Memory
The Senate honors former Senator Nancy Kassebaum and asks that the resolution be sent to her family and the House.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5064-5065; text: CR S5074-5075)
Cutting Federal Paperwork Burden
The bill would push agencies to cut unnecessary forms and use existing data. People could see fewer or easier information requests from the government.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
FTC Act overhaul tightens rules and penalties
The bill would give the FTC power to set rules on deceptive acts. It would extend penalties to more violations, affecting businesses and consumers.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Trade Act ties AGOA to environmental rules
The bill would make trade benefits depend on a country’s environmental enforcement. It could change which suppliers or partners qualify for help under the program.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Cap basic pay for political appointees
The bill would cap basic salaries for many federal appointees at lawmakers' pay. It could affect government hiring and pay practices.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Military Cybersecurity College Pilot
A pilot would pair military cyber units with selected colleges to support research, training, and student pathways to federal cybersecurity careers.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Fort Bragg Veterans Land Transfer
Allows a land transfer for a planned veterans' State home, with transfer costs paid by the State.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
National Hazing Awareness Week
Supports a week of hazing awareness and encourages prevention efforts to continue year-round.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5010)
AI Systems Transparency Act
Would require public disclosures about certain AI models, safety practices, privacy, and use.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Environmental rule ties trade access
The bill ties AGOA eligibility to environmental enforcement and health obligations. This could affect exporters and trade partners.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Request for Dominica Human Rights Information
Requests a State Department report on human rights in Dominica and the treatment of people sent there by the United States.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4941)
Senate info request on Guinea-Bissau rights
It would require a State Department report on how noncitizens sent to Guinea-Bissau are treated and what steps were taken. It does not change law or grant new rights.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4945)
National Purple Heart Recognition Day
A Senate resolution encourages learning about the Purple Heart and honoring its recipients on August 7, 2026.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882; text: CR S4862)
Oklahoma Baseball Championship Congratulated
Congratulates University of Oklahoma baseball team for winning the 2026 NCAA Division I title; agreed to in the Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4762-4763; text: CR S4761)
Disaster aid auto-approval plan
If passed, some disaster requests would be treated as approved, speeding help for states after disasters. Aid would depend on tests and might be given sooner.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4139-4140)
Citizenship Proof for Mail Voter Registration
States could require proof of citizenship for mail voter registration. It could add paperwork and potential delays for some voters.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
States May Require Citizenship Proof for Mail Voting
The bill would let states add a citizenship proof requirement to mail voter registration. Your state could choose to use it or not.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Annual Reports on Border Tunnels
It would require yearly reports on countering illicit cross-border tunnels. No new agencies, powers, or funding are created.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Repeal Consumer Financial Protection Act
It would repeal the 2010 consumer protections law and dismantle the Bureau, changing how banks are regulated. Consumers and businesses could face different protections and enforcement rules.
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Protect Hostage Victims' Credit Reports
The bill would limit what credit reports can show for Americans held hostage abroad, if their status is proven by authorities. It helps protect their scores while they are detained.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Clergy Social Security Exemption
Allows eligible clergy and religious practitioners to end their Social Security exemption beginning in a tax year after 2027.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.