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passed · Delaware · Senate Nov 10, 2025

S 1872: Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on U.S. manufacturing of critical infrastructure products. It requires identifying imported goods that U.S. factories can't produce due to supply chain gaps, analyzing job impacts and product costs, and assessing feasibility for manufacturing in rural areas or industrial parks. The study must be completed within 18 months, with a public report to Congress containing findings and recommendations. This bill affects the Department of Commerce (as the study lead) and will inform future policy decisions about domestic manufacturing, but does not create new regulations or funding. It is a procedural study bill with no direct impact on businesses or consumers until recommendations are implemented.
Joni Ernst (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Nov 10, 2025

HR 6003: Justice Involved Veterans Support Act

This bill establishes a pilot program to help prisons and jails identify incarcerated veterans by improving their documentation systems. It directs the Attorney General and VA to provide grants and technical assistance to state/local facilities, aiming to connect veterans in the justice system with VA benefits and veterans treatment courts. The program prioritizes facilities in states with high veteran populations, high veteran poverty rates, or existing veterans court programs. This directly affects over 180,000 incarcerated veterans who face barriers to accessing mental health care, substance abuse treatment, and reentry support.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates program to connect veterans in justice system with VA benefits and treatment courts, reducing recidivism through targeted rehabilitation support.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareConnects incarcerated veterans to VA healthcare benefits, facilitating access to existing medical services through improved documentation and grants.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates pilot program to connect incarcerated veterans with VA benefits via grants/technical assistance, prioritizing high-need states, directly advancing access to existing services.95% confidence
Jason Crow (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Delaware · Senate Nov 7, 2025

SRES 463: A resolution expressing condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists and the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church, and reaffirming the United States' global commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance.

This Senate resolution (SRES 463) expresses symbolic condemnation of China's persecution of religious minorities, specifically highlighting the detention of Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and Zion Church leaders following a reported October 10, 2025, abduction. It directly addresses the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) government, calling on it to release detained religious leaders and end violence against Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. The resolution reaffirms U.S. policy commitments under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 and the Frank R. Wolf Act, emphasizing the U.S. global role in promoting religious freedom. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a diplomatic statement urging China to respect internationally recognized religious freedom rights.
Ted Cruz (R) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5936: Home for the Brave Act of 2025

This bill changes HUD housing rules to exclude veterans' disability and dependency benefits from being counted as income. It directly affects veterans receiving disability compensation (under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 11) or dependency compensation (under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 13) who apply for HUD housing assistance. The key provision ensures these benefits are not considered when determining eligibility, benefit amounts, or rent calculations under HUD housing programs. This is a concrete policy adjustment to simplify access to housing support for veterans.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from HUD income calculations, increasing access to housing assistance for a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' disability/dependency benefits from HUD income calculations, expanding housing eligibility and support for veterans receiving these benefits.95% confidence
Salud O. Carbajal (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5950: Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025

This bill ensures continuous funding for SNAP (food assistance) and WIC (nutrition program for mothers/children) during government funding gaps. It authorizes emergency Treasury funds to cover SNAP/WIC benefits and reimburse states for costs if Congress fails to pass regular appropriations for the Department of Agriculture by September 30, 2025. The funding covers missed payments retroactively from September 30, 2025, through the bill’s enactment date, and continues until either regular appropriations pass or September 30, 2026. It directly affects low-income households relying on these programs and state agencies administering them during funding lapses.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnsures continuous funding for SNAP/WIC during budget gaps, preventing defunding of essential nutrition programs through emergency Treasury authorization.95% confidence
Jahana Hayes (D) · 101 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5973: Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2025

This bill, HR 5973, requires federal immigration enforcement personnel to follow strict limits on force use, including proportional application, mandatory de-escalation efforts, and prohibitions on equipment like flash bangs or rubber bullets except for specific public safety threats. It mandates body-worn and vehicle cameras for all operations, with footage retained for one year (three years for force incidents or complaints), and grants affected individuals the right to inspect recordings. The law also requires annual training on force policies, First Amendment compliance, and racial bias avoidance, while demanding detailed quarterly reports to Congress on force usage, assaults on agents, and equipment approvals. These provisions directly affect all federal immigration agents conducting enforcement actions, aiming to increase transparency and accountability during operations.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates de-escalation, limits excessive force, requires body cameras, and enables public inspection of footage - enhancing law enforcement accountability and protecting civil rights in immigration enforcement.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates body-worn and vehicle cameras with footage retention requirements, enhancing accountability and data privacy for immigration enforcement operations.75% confidence
Scott H. Peters (D) · 112 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

SCONRES 23: A concurrent resolution recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation.

This symbolic resolution (SCONRES 23) recognizes the historical challenges Black veterans faced returning home after military service, including systemic discrimination and unequal treatment, while honoring their military sacrifices and role in advancing civil rights. It specifically acknowledges their contributions across conflicts from the Revolutionary War to Vietnam, highlighting figures like the 369th Infantry (Harlem Hellfighters) and Dorie Miller. The resolution calls on the Department of Veterans Affairs to address ongoing health and benefit disparities affecting minority veterans. It directly recognizes Black veterans' historical and ongoing struggles, without creating new laws or funding. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of their legacy and current needs.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExplicitly recognizes Black veterans' sacrifices, challenges, and civil rights contributions, aligning with topic's 'recognition' aspect of veteran policies.90% confidence
Lisa Blunt Rochester (D)
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

SJRES 90: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

SJRES 90 is a joint resolution directing the removal of U.S. military forces from Venezuela when their actions lack congressional authorization. It requires the President to withdraw troops unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific authorization for military force against Venezuela. The resolution applies to all current military operations in Venezuela not covered by existing congressional approval. It includes an exception allowing military action for self-defense against imminent attacks.
Tim Kaine (D) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

SRES 488: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the European Union's actions to diversify from Russian energy sources.

This resolution expresses the Senate's support for the European Union's progress in reducing dependence on Russian energy since 2022, including a 90% cut in Russian oil imports and efforts to end all Russian gas imports by 2027 under the REPowerEU initiative. It specifically highlights Hungary's increased reliance on Russian energy (adding $6.7 billion in revenue to Russia since 2022) and calls on Hungary to comply with the EU's timeline. The resolution urges U.S. allies to terminate contracts with Russian energy firms Rosneft and Lukoil, following recent U.S. sanctions. It also reaffirms opposition to the Nord Stream pipelines but does not create new legal requirements or affect any entities directly.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergySenate explicitly supports EU's reduction of Russian fossil fuel dependence (90% oil cut, ending gas by 2027), advancing fossil fuel diversification goals.90% confidence
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

SRES 490: A resolution affirming the critical importance of preserving the United States' advantage in artificial intelligence and ensuring that the United States achieves and maintains artificial intelligence dominance.

SRES 490 is a Senate resolution (not a bill) that affirms the U.S. Senate's position on maintaining American leadership in artificial intelligence. It states that preserving U.S. AI dominance is critical for national security, economic competitiveness, and global influence, particularly in countering China's AI investments and reliance on U.S. chips. The resolution supports existing policies like export controls on advanced chips and emphasizes prioritizing U.S. companies' access to AI resources while restricting adversaries' access. It does not create new laws or alter current policy but expresses the Senate's endorsement of the White House AI Action Plan and ongoing efforts to secure U.S. technological advantages.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyResolution explicitly affirms U.S. AI dominance as critical for national security and economic competitiveness, supporting policies to advance U.S. tech leadership and counter China's AI investments.90% confidence
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

S 3147: Keep Head Start Funded Act of 2025

This bill ensures uninterrupted funding for Head Start programs in fiscal year 2026 by appropriating necessary funds from the Treasury if regular or continuing appropriations for that year are not enacted by September 30, 2026. It directly affects Head Start programs and the children and families they serve by preventing service disruptions during funding gaps. The key mechanism requires funding to continue under the same conditions as fiscal year 2025 (as established by the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025) until either regular appropriations are passed, a specific appropriations resolution is enacted, or September 30, 2026. The bill does not create new funding but maintains current levels to avoid program interruptions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures uninterrupted funding for Head Start programs via appropriations, preventing service disruptions and protecting public service funding as required by fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill ensures uninterrupted Head Start funding (early childhood education program), preventing service disruptions and protecting educational access for low-income children and families.95% confidence
Tammy Baldwin (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Nov 6, 2025

S 3150: GAIN AI Act of 2025

This bill requires U.S. companies exporting advanced integrated circuits (high-performance chips used in AI/data centers) to "countries of concern" (including China, Hong Kong, and Macau) to first offer them to U.S. customers for 15 days. Companies must certify they have no backlog of U.S. orders for similar chips and aren’t providing better terms to foreign buyers. It also creates a "trusted U.S. person" program, allowing certain companies to export without licenses if they meet security, U.S. manufacturing sourcing, and ownership requirements. The law directly affects chip exporters, U.S. tech companies purchasing these chips, and foreign entities seeking access to advanced semiconductors.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts exports of advanced chips to specific countries, directly limiting technology transfer and commercial use of AI-related hardware.90% confidence
Jim Banks (R) · 5 co-sponsors
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