This resolution celebrates the progress made under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs. It acknowledges the law's role in increasing graduation rates, expanding access to nontraditional fields, and improving athletic opportunities for women and girls. The document calls on the executive branch to protect students from discrimination based on sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity while condemning efforts to use the law to harm transgender and nonbinary students. Additionally, it urges the transfer of Title IX enforcement authority to remain within the Department of Education rather than the Department of Justice.
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' sense that Congress must urgently restore the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to protect against racial discrimination in voting and ensure fair political representation for all Americans. It specifically calls for ending the 60-vote threshold in the Senate to allow for easier passage of legislation and proposes structural changes to the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices, a binding code of ethics, and potentially expanding the court's size. The text argues that recent Supreme Court decisions have weakened voting protections and enabled partisan gerrymandering, threatening the political power of communities of color and undermining democratic institutions. By outlining these specific legislative and structural goals, the bill aims to rebuild public trust in the judiciary and strengthen the mechanisms that guarantee equal access to the ballot box.
The Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes Congress to award a gold medal to individuals who fought for or with the United States in the Pacific theater during World War II and were taken as prisoners of war. This recognition specifically honors those who participated in the defense of Bataan and Corregidor, including Filipino soldiers and civilians who served alongside American forces, as well as nurses and other personnel who endured the Bataan Death March and subsequent imprisonment. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal, which will be presented to the Smithsonian Institution for display, while also permitting the sale of bronze duplicates to cover production costs.
The Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026 directs the National Institute on Aging to conduct a comprehensive study on how artificial intelligence systems affect adults aged 65 and older. This research will examine both the benefits, such as improved caregiving and reduced social isolation, and the potential risks, including fraud, misinformation, and overreliance on technology. The study will also analyze impacts on families and caregivers while considering factors like digital literacy and accessibility needs. To fund this effort, the bill allocates up to $2 million from existing health funds for fiscal years 2027 and 2028. Finally, the bill requires the submission of a detailed report to Congress within one year outlining the study's findings and recommendations.
The Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of gold medals to the four crew members of the Artemis II Mission to recognize their historic contributions to space exploration. This legislation directs the U.S. Treasury to strike these medals, which must depict the mission's crew, and allows the mint to sell duplicate bronze versions to cover production costs. The bill highlights the mission's significance as the first crewed flight beyond low Earth orbit since 1972 and notes the diverse achievements of the astronauts, including the first woman and first person of color to travel around the Moon. By designating these awards as national medals, the act formally honors the crew's role in advancing human spaceflight capabilities.
The Hazardous Fuels Transportation Assistance Act of 2026 creates a competitive grant program to help organizations transport materials removed during wildfire risk reduction projects on National Forest System lands. Eligible recipients include for-profit companies, nonprofits, state and local governments, Indian Tribes, and universities, with funding available from fiscal years 2027 through 2031. Grants can cover costs for transporting wood and biomass, maintaining transport equipment, and workforce training, but cannot be used for construction or buying timber. The program prioritizes projects in high-risk wildfire areas and offers higher funding percentages to Indian Tribes compared to other applicants.
The Do Not Interfere in our Intelligence Act of 2026 establishes specific rules for who leads the Office of the Director of National Intelligence when the top position is empty. It clarifies that the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence automatically takes over if the Director is absent or the job is vacant, overriding previous legal restrictions. In rare situations where both the Director and the Deputy are unavailable, the President must appoint an acting leader from among other Senate-confirmed officials within the intelligence community or the broader intelligence community. The bill also provides a final fallback option for the President to appoint an acting director if no other qualified Senate-confirmed individuals are available to serve.
The Federal Workforce Reproductive Rights Protection Act prevents federal agencies from relocating headquarters or major operations to states with laws restricting or banning abortion, while also barring the use of funds to build or lease facilities in those locations. To support federal employees who need to access reproductive health care, the bill allows workers to decline transfers to restrictive states, grants up to 21 days of paid leave for travel to obtain such services, and provides reimbursement for travel costs without requiring disclosure of the specific medical procedure. Additionally, the legislation prohibits government agencies from investigating an employee's use of abortion services when reviewing security clearances or making personnel decisions and protects workers from retaliation if they exercise these new rights.
This bill, titled the Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act, halts the construction and upgrading of large-scale artificial intelligence data centers until specific federal laws are passed. It defines these facilities as sites with high power capacity or advanced cooling systems used for developing AI models. The moratorium remains in effect until new legislation ensures federal safety reviews for AI products, mandates that economic benefits reach workers rather than just wealthy owners, prevents increases in utility bills, avoids environmental harm, requires community approval, bans government subsidies, and guarantees union jobs with strong labor standards. Additionally, the bill restricts the export of computing hardware, such as semiconductors and networking equipment, to countries that do not adopt these same protective laws for AI development.
The Stop Lawmakers From Predicting Act prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and their dependent children from trading on prediction markets regarding government policies, actions, political outcomes, or any events related to their congressional duties. This restriction applies to any purchase, sale, or agreement dependent on these specific outcomes while the individual is in federal service. If a covered individual violates these rules, they must pay a fee equal to the greater of $2,000 or 10% of the transaction value, plus any net profit made from the trade. The law also forbids paying these penalties using personal allowances, campaign funds, or other official accounts, and it requires the supervising ethics office to issue guidance on how to interpret the new restrictions.
This bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.
HR 7396 establishes the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration to specifically support Native American entrepreneurs and tribal economic development. The Office targets programs to help small businesses owned by tribal members and promotes economic growth in Indian country, providing culturally tailored assistance like training, counseling, and access to capital. It requires an appointed Assistant Administrator with tribal expertise to develop policies, collaborate with federal agencies, and provide grants to tribes or tribal organizations for outreach programs. The Office must submit annual reports to Congress on its activities and effectiveness, and its authority expires seven years after enactment. This bill directly affects Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian Organizations, and small businesses owned by tribal members.
