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in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 11, 2026

S 4051: National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Coin Act

This bill would require the U.S. Treasury to produce and sell three types of commemorative coins honoring firefighters and the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial. The legislation authorizes the minting of up to 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar coins, all featuring designs that recognize firefighter service and sacrifice. All coins would be legal tender, but they would be sold at a price that covers production costs plus a surcharge, with the surcharge funds going to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The coins would only be available for purchase during a one-year window starting in 2029, and the Treasury must ensure the program does not result in a net cost to the federal government.
Susan M. Collins (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 11, 2026

S 1552: Living Donor Protection Act of 2025

Living Donor Protection Act of 2025 This bill prohibits life insurance, disability insurance, and long-term insurance carriers from denying or otherwise restricting coverage for living organ donors. Specifically, carriers may not deny, cancel, vary premiums, or otherwise impose conditions on policies based on an individual's status as a living organ donor. The bill also expressly specifies that recovery from organ-donation surgery constitutes a serious health condition that entitles eligible employees to job-protected medical leave. In addition, the Department of Health and Human Services must update educational materials on living organ donation to include information about the benefits and risks of living organ donation and the impact of donation on insurance access, particularly with respect to the bill's changes.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits insurance discrimination against organ donors, protecting coverage access and supporting patient rights in healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill protects living organ donors from insurance discrimination, advancing workers' rights by ensuring equal access to essential health coverage without employment-related barriers, a key employment benefit.75% confidence
Tom Cotton (R) · 50 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SCONRES 28: A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

This concurrent resolution formally recognizes March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day" to honor abortion providers and staff for their work in delivering essential reproductive care. It highlights their courage amid challenges including clinic closures, safety threats, and increased harassment following the Dobbs decision. The resolution symbolically affirms Congress's support for providers' safety and patients' access to abortion care, without creating new legal requirements or affecting any individuals directly. (1 sentence; procedural resolution)
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill symbolically affirms support for abortion providers and patient access to reproductive healthcare, aligning with 'protecting patient rights' and 'improving access' indicators.95% confidence
Mazie K. Hirono (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 4039: Professional Degree Access Restoration Act

This bill, known as the Professional Degree Access Restoration Act, aims to restore federal student loan limits that were previously reduced for graduate and professional students. It directly affects students pursuing advanced degrees such as law, medicine, and education by increasing the amount of federal loans they can access. The legislation reverses specific loan cap reductions established by Public Law 119-21, allowing students to borrow more money during their period of instruction. By amending the Higher Education Act of 1965, the bill removes certain restrictions on annual and aggregate loan amounts for these student categories.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill restores federal loan limits for graduate students, expanding educational access and funding for higher education programs including education degrees.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases federal loan availability for graduate and professional students, including medical and law students, thereby supporting healthcare workforce development and education.75% confidence
Angela D. Alsobrooks (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 4032: Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026, would temporarily eliminate the federal gasoline tax for fuel sold between the date of enactment and October 1, 2026. The legislation directly affects gasoline producers, dealers, and consumers by setting the tax rate to zero during this period while requiring producers and dealers to pass the savings directly to consumers. To maintain funding for road infrastructure and environmental programs, the bill mandates that the Treasury transfer equivalent amounts from the general fund to the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. Additionally, the bill includes enforcement provisions that impose monetary penalties on fuel sellers who fail to pass the tax savings on to consumers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by eliminating federal gasoline tax, directly reducing tax burden on consumers and producers.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEliminating federal gasoline tax reduces funding for environmental programs and may increase fossil fuel consumption, weakening environmental protections.75% confidence
Mark Kelly (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 4029: A bill to reinforce the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977 by establishing a limitations period of 10 years for antibribery offenses, and for other purposes.

This bill would extend the time limit for prosecuting foreign bribery offenses under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act from the current standard to 10 years. It directly affects individuals and companies accused of bribing foreign officials by giving prosecutors more time to build cases. The law would apply to all such offenses committed after the bill's enactment, except those occurring within five years before the law takes effect. The provision includes a sunset clause, meaning it would expire eight years after being enacted.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by extending prosecution time limits for foreign bribery, enhancing accountability and enforcement capabilities under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.85% confidence
Elizabeth Warren (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 7883: Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026

This bill establishes the Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026, which creates a federal grant program to help schools and districts prepare and retain educators in under-resourced and underserved communities. The program provides competitive grants to eligible entities for activities such as teaching residency programs, mentor teacher initiatives, Grow Your Own programs that recruit local community members, and 2+2 partnerships between community colleges and universities. Grant funds are specifically reserved to address shortages in rural areas, high-need subject areas like STEM and special education, and to diversify the teaching workforce. Recipients must provide matching funds and submit detailed reports on retention rates, licensure pass rates, and the percentage of teachers from underrepresented groups. The program authorizes funding from fiscal years 2027 through 2032 and includes provisions for planning grants for entities that have not previously received support.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes federal grant program to fund teacher preparation and retention in under-resourced communities, directly increasing government spending on education.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes federal grants to prepare and retain educators in under-resourced communities, directly supporting teacher development and educational access.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes federal grants to support teacher preparation and retention, expanding employment opportunities and benefits for educators in underserved communities.75% confidence
Haley M. Stevens (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 7867: Infant Formula Safety Modernization Act of 2026

This bill would require infant formula manufacturers to conduct standardized testing for specific pathogens and microorganisms in both their facilities and finished products. It mandates that companies report positive test results to the FDA within one business day and retain records of these findings for inspections. The legislation also requires the FDA to notify congressional committees within one business day of receiving positive test results or issuing certain inspection classifications. Additionally, the bill establishes clear inspection standards that apply to all infant formula products regardless of where they are made.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens infant formula safety standards, protecting public health and patient safety through enhanced testing and reporting requirements.95% confidence
Rosa L. DeLauro (D) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 7878: Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award Tax Relief Act of 2026

This bill makes AmeriCorps educational awards tax-free for recipients. It amends the Internal Revenue Code to exclude these awards - provided under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 - from taxable income, meaning AmeriCorps members won’t pay federal income tax on the education benefits they earn. The key change adds these awards to the list of tax-exempt educational benefits under IRS Code sections 117(c)(2) and 108(f). The policy directly affects AmeriCorps members who receive educational awards for their service, removing a tax burden on their earned benefits. The tax exclusion applies to awards received after the bill’s enactment date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMakes AmeriCorps education awards tax-free, providing direct tax relief to recipients, aligning with support indicators for tax relief for middle/lower income.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill makes AmeriCorps educational awards tax-free, enhancing financial benefits for education-focused service members and supporting educational access programs.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax-free educational awards for AmeriCorps members expand worker benefits, directly enhancing compensation and employment support under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence
John B. Larson (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SJRES 115: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from hostilities against Iran that lack congressional authorization, specifically referencing the February 2026 "Operation Epic Fury" as an example of unauthorized action. It requires the removal unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific authorization for military force against Iran. The resolution clarifies it does not prevent defensive actions against attacks on U.S. personnel, intelligence sharing with allies attacked by Iran, or providing defensive aid to partners. It is based on constitutional authority (Article I, Section 8) and the War Powers Resolution, aiming to ensure military deployments comply with congressional oversight.
Christopher Murphy (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SJRES 117: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

SJRES 117 is a joint resolution requiring the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that lack congressional authorization. It directs the President to withdraw military forces from Iran unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific authorization for military action. The resolution includes exceptions allowing defense against attacks, intelligence sharing, assistance to allies like Israel, and evacuating U.S. citizens. This bill directly affects military operations in Iran and the executive branch's authority to conduct such operations without explicit congressional approval.
Adam B. Schiff (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Connecticut · House Mar 5, 2026

HRES 1107: Memorializing Rev. Jesse Jackson by flying the flag of the United States at halfstaff.

HRES 1107 is a House resolution urging the President to issue a proclamation flying the U.S. flag at half-staff to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson. The resolution recognizes his civil rights leadership, including founding the Rainbow PUSH Coalition and his presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988, which advanced racial equality and economic justice. This symbolic gesture directly affects the President (as the one who would issue the proclamation) and the public, who would observe the flag at half-staff.
Joyce Beatty (D) · 168 co-sponsors
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