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in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10455: Debt-Free College Act of 2026

The Debt-Free College Act of 2026 establishes a state-federal partnership that provides federal grants to states to cover the unmet financial need of eligible students attending in-state public colleges, effectively making tuition debt-free for those who qualify. To participate, states must commit to capping tuition increases at inflation levels, maintaining their current level of funding for higher education, and implementing student success programs that support low-income and underserved populations. The bill also creates a separate five-year grant program for specific minority-serving institutions and tribal colleges to help them cover student costs, while simultaneously expanding federal financial aid eligibility to include "Dreamer students" who entered the United States as minors under certain conditions.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides federal grants to cover unmet financial need for college students, effectively making tuition debt-free and supporting student success programs.95% confidence
Mark Pocan (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10454: Textile Waste Reduction Act

The Textile Waste Reduction Act directs the Environmental Protection Agency to create a National Textile Circularity Strategy aimed at reducing textile waste and promoting the repair, reuse, and recycling of clothing and fabrics. To support this effort, the bill establishes an Interagency Working Group that coordinates activities across multiple federal departments, including Energy, State, and Commerce-related agencies. Additionally, it creates an Advisory Board composed of industry experts, academics, government officials, and non-governmental organizations to provide ongoing guidance on policy development. The Administrator is required to publish data on textile waste disposal and identify available federal funding opportunities to help states, local governments, and tribal nations implement these circularity initiatives.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill establishes an Interagency Working Group that coordinates activities across multiple federal departments, including Energy, to reduce textile waste. This implies some level of engagement by the Energy department.55% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill directly addresses environmental protection by aiming to reduce textile waste and promote circularity, which lessens landfill burden and conserves resources.95% confidence
Chellie Pingree (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10448: Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act

The Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act removes specific tax incentives for large-scale data centers and artificial intelligence facilities. It excludes these facilities from bonus depreciation, a provision that currently allows businesses to deduct the full cost of certain equipment in the year it is purchased. Additionally, the bill prevents these properties from qualifying as opportunity zone business property, which would otherwise offer significant tax benefits for investments in designated areas. The legislation targets structures with a power capacity exceeding 50 megawatts that are dedicated to data storage, processing, or AI operations.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill removes specific tax incentives for large-scale data centers and AI facilities, thereby limiting tax benefits for certain businesses.88% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill removes tax incentives for data centers and AI facilities, which could hinder investment and development in the technology sector.80% confidence
Kristen McDonald Rivet (D) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10446: Incentivizing Small Business Employee Retention Act of 2026

The Incentivizing Small Business Employee Retention Act of 2026 expands tax incentives for small businesses by extending the Work Opportunity Credit through September 30, 2030, and introducing a new multi-year credit structure. Under this enhanced provision, qualified small businesses can claim additional tax credits based on wages paid to employees in their second through fifth years of employment, with the credit percentage increasing from 50 percent to 100 percent over that period. The bill also doubles the annual deduction limit for expenditures made to remove architectural and transportation barriers for individuals with disabilities and older adults from $15,000 to $30,000, while explicitly including improvements to internet and telecommunications accessibility in this category. Additionally, the legislation requires the Treasury Department to submit annual reports to Congress through 2030 detailing the number of businesses using the new credit, their employee retention rates, and the overall fiscal impact of these changes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill expands tax incentives for small businesses, which directly impacts the state budget and taxation policies by reducing the tax burden on these entities.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill incentivizes small businesses to retain employees through expanded tax credits, which indirectly supports stable employment and worker benefits by encouraging long-term hiring.80% confidence
George Latimer (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10438: SYLLABLE Act of 2026

The SYLLABLE Act of 2026 authorizes the Department of Education to award up to five grants over a five-year period to partnerships consisting of local school districts, early childhood education programs, and technical assistance providers. These grants are designed to fund dual language immersion programs for children from low-income families, including English learners and minority students, serving them from preschool through fifth grade. To receive funding, applicants must demonstrate that their programs use a partner language for at least half of the instructional day and include rigorous assessment systems, professional development for teachers, and strong community engagement. The bill appropriates $15 million for fiscal year 2027 and such sums as necessary for the following four years to support these initiatives and conduct evaluations of their effectiveness.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes the Department of Education to award grants to fund dual language immersion programs for children from low-income families, which involves government spending and fiscal management.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes grants for dual language immersion programs for low-income children, English learners, and minority students from preschool through fifth grade, directly advancing educational access and programs.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill funds dual language immersion programs for English learners, which are often immigrant children, thereby supporting immigrant integration and access to educational services.75% confidence
Adelita S. Grijalva (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10437: FLUENT Act

The FLUENT Act authorizes a competitive grant program to provide family literacy services to households with English language learners, specifically targeting families that include at least one child under the age of eight. The Department of Education would award grants ranging from $150,000 to $1,000,000 to eligible providers, such as schools and nonprofit organizations, for periods of up to five years. These funds must be used for research-based instruction grounded in the science of reading, with a requirement that programs prioritize families facing the greatest economic and educational needs. The bill also mandates that grantees track specific outcomes, including improvements in English proficiency, primary language skills, and caregiver workforce readiness, while reserving federal funds for program evaluation and technical assistance.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe FLUENT Act authorizes a competitive grant program to provide family literacy services, specifically targeting English language learners and young children, which directly supports educational access and development.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill provides family literacy services specifically targeting households with English language learners, which supports immigrant integration and services.75% confidence
Adelita S. Grijalva (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10436: Reaching English Learners Act

The Reaching English Learners Act establishes a competitive grant program to help colleges and universities improve how they prepare teachers to instruct students who are learning English. These grants, which last up to five years, require partnerships between higher education institutions and high-need school districts or early childhood programs to develop curricula that include evidence-based teaching strategies such as bilingual and immersion education. Recipients must cover at least half of the program costs with non-federal funds and prioritize recruiting teacher candidates from underrepresented groups or those who are former English learners. The law also mandates that these partnerships evaluate their progress in placing new teachers in high-need areas and report findings to the Secretary of Education.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill creates a grant program for higher education institutions to improve teacher preparation for English language learners, directly supporting teacher development and educational access.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill supports English learners by funding teacher preparation programs, which directly benefits immigrant students and their integration into the education system.80% confidence
Adelita S. Grijalva (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10426: Backlog Justice Act of 2026

The Backlog Justice Act of 2026 aims to reduce the backlog of untested sexual assault evidence kits by requiring the Attorney General to create a public database tracking inventory levels and laboratory processing times across state and local jurisdictions. To address staffing shortages, the bill authorizes the FBI to develop training programs for forensic analysts and DNA technical leaders, allowing states and localities to hire individuals who have completed this federal training. Additionally, it funds a program for the FBI to collaborate with state and local providers on validating new DNA processing technologies and sharing related protocols. The legislation also provides increased grant funding to states that implement electronic tracking systems allowing sexual assault survivors to monitor the status of their evidence kits from collection through final disposition.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill aims to reduce the backlog of untested sexual assault evidence kits and addresses staffing shortages for forensic analysts, which directly strengthens the criminal justice system's ability to process evidence and improve justice.90% confidence
Emanuel Cleaver (D) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10424: Equity in Research Act

The Equity in Research Act directs the National Science Foundation to create a grant program that provides financial assistance to specific institutions of higher education for improving their research capabilities. These grants, ranging from $1 million to $5 million per institution, can be used to upgrade building infrastructure, purchase materials and equipment, and cover personnel costs related to research activities. The bill targets a defined group of schools, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Tribal colleges, and various other minority-serving and land-grant universities. To fund this initiative, the legislation authorizes $50 million in appropriations for fiscal year 2027 and each subsequent year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a grant program providing financial assistance to higher education institutions, directly impacting government spending and appropriations to improve research capabilities.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes a grant program through the National Science Foundation to provide financial assistance to institutions of higher education, specifically targeting improvements in research capabilities, infrastructure, and personnel costs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill funds research capabilities, which often involve advanced technology and equipment, thereby strengthening the technology sector within academic institutions.75% confidence
Troy A. Carter (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10421: To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to increase support for elementary and secondary education, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Oversight and Government Reform, Science, Space, and Technology, Armed Services, and Agriculture, 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.
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10416: Housing Tariff Exclusion Act

The Housing Tariff Exclusion Act directs the Secretary of Commerce to create a process allowing U.S. companies to request exemptions from tariffs on building materials that are not produced in sufficient quantities domestically. The bill specifically targets products used in residential construction, such as lumber, cement, and fixtures, while excluding rare earth elements and antidumping duties. Requests for "critical homebuilding products" must be decided within 15 days, while other covered articles have a 60-day review period, with all decisions published online for transparency. The legislation includes retroactive provisions to refund overpaid tariffs on goods imported before an exemption is granted and sets a sunset date of October 1, 2029, after which no new exclusions can be issued.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill exempts residential construction materials from tariffs to lower building costs and facilitate housing development.85% confidence
Nanette Diaz Barragán (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · California · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10415: Food for Thought Act of 2026

The Food for Thought Act of 2026 establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Agriculture to provide free meals and snacks to low-income college students at eligible institutions, including community colleges, historically Black colleges and universities, and other minority-serving schools. To qualify, an institution must have at least 20 percent of its undergraduate students eligible for Federal Pell Grants, and grants are awarded for a maximum duration of two years with funds restricted to meal preparation, outreach, and limited equipment purchases. Recipients are required to prioritize students who receive Pell Grants or report food insecurity, while also evaluating institutional policies that may create barriers to enrollment and referring students to other federal benefit programs like SNAP. The bill authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 and mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture submit reports to Congress on the program's impact on student retention and completion rates.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill provides funding for free meals to low-income college students at community colleges and HBCUs, directly enhancing higher education access.95% confidence
Nanette Diaz Barragán (D) · 29 co-sponsors
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