The Transit Workforce Development Act expands how federal grants for buses and bus facilities can be used for workforce training. It increases the portion of these grants that transit agencies can dedicate to workforce development from 5% to 10% of the allocated funds. Additionally, the bill broadens the types of training eligible for these funds, allowing them to cover all buses, related equipment, and facility construction,
This bill establishes the Interagency Advisory Commission on Advancing Restorative Justice in Elementary and Secondary Education, affecting elementary and secondary schools, their personnel, and students, particularly students of color. The Commission is tasked with developing guidelines for tracking restorative practices and creating official definitions for "restorative justice" and "restorative practices" for the Department of Education. It will also develop and distribute training materials to school personnel aimed at reducing bias, enhancing cultural competency, and improving responses to student behavior. Furthermore, the Commission will work to increase school staff's ability to provide culturally competent mental health support and recommend ideal school psychologist and counselor-to-student ratios for federally funded schools. The Commission will submit annual reports on its progress and a final report with its comprehensive findings and recommendations.
This bill, the Breast Cancer Research Stamp Reauthorization Act of 2026, extends the period during which a special postage stamp can be sold to raise funds for breast cancer research. It amends existing law to change the program's expiration date. Specifically, the bill allows the U.S. Postal Service to continue selling the Breast Cancer Research Stamp until 2037, extending its current authorization which was set to expire in 2027. This change aims to continue providing a dedicated funding source for breast cancer research through stamp sales, affecting stamp purchasers and breast cancer research institutions.
The DEPORT Act of 2026 proposes changes to U.S. immigration law regarding terrorism-related offenses. It would require all naturalization applicants to attest under oath that they have not committed, have charges pending for, or intend to commit specific terrorism-related crimes. The bill also establishes new procedures for denaturalizing U.S. citizens, allowing convictions or credible evidence of these offenses to be used as grounds for revoking citizenship, with certain presumptions of illegal procurement. Furthermore, it would make individuals convicted of such offenses inadmissible to the U.S., deportable if denaturalized, ineligible for most immigration benefits, and permanently barred from future admission. These provisions directly affect naturalization applicants, naturalized citizens, and aliens seeking admission or other immigration benefits.
The SAFER Act of 2026 establishes federal standards for when financial institutions can transfer certain unclaimed securities, digital assets, and investment accounts to state governments under unclaimed property laws. It directly affects individuals and entities holding these assets, as well as the financial institutions that custody them. Under the bill, financial institutions generally cannot turn over assets from natural persons unless their death is confirmed at least three years prior with no fiduciary interest, or after five years of no contact for other entities. The bill also requires financial institutions to periodically check death databases for inactive accounts of individuals at retirement age and preempts conflicting state escheatment laws regarding these assets.
The YouthBuild for the Future Act aims to strengthen and expand the existing YouthBuild program, which provides education and job training to young people. The bill increases authorized funding for the program and creates a new grant program to foster partnerships between YouthBuild programs and employers, aiming to develop more employment opportunities for participants. It reserves a portion of increased funds for rural areas and programs serving Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities. Furthermore, the bill expands the types of supportive services YouthBuild programs can offer, including meals and assistance with applying for federal and state benefit programs.
The Maverick Act authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to transfer three F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, without charge to the Commission. The Commission would be responsible for all costs associated with the aircraft, including conveyance, operation, and maintenance. The bill requires the aircraft to be demilitarized and used exclusively for public display, airshows, or commemorative events to preserve naval aviation heritage. The Commission must also comply with all Federal Aviation Administration regulations, and if these conditions are violated, ownership of the aircraft would revert to the United States.
The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 prohibits state and local governments from suing energy companies for damages related to climate change or greenhouse gas emissions. This bill declares that regulating emissions is exclusively a federal responsibility and voids any state laws that hold energy businesses liable for alleged climate harms. Consequently, all pending lawsuits of this nature against energy producers must be dismissed immediately, preventing states from imposing retroactive penalties for past lawful operations. The legislation directly affects companies involved in the production, refinement, and sale of oil, gas, and coal by shielding them from civil liability in both state and federal courts.
HR 8328, the "Defining Dealer Act," amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to update the definition of who qualifies as a "dealer" in securities. This change directly affects individuals and firms engaged in buying and selling securities for customers. Specifically, it defines a dealer as someone who both buys securities from customers for their own account to sell elsewhere, and sells securities to customers that they had purchased for their own account elsewhere, generally excluding most security-based swaps. The bill also includes provisions requiring courts or the Securities and Exchange Commission to vacate certain past orders or judgments if those actions would not have been entered under the bill's new definition. These vacating requirements apply to actions entered both before and shortly after the bill's enactment.
The Great American Healthcare Plan is a comprehensive bill that modifies tax rules for Health Savings Accounts, expands access to health insurance through new marketplace pools, and strengthens price transparency for hospitals and medical providers. It allows individuals to use HSAs for wellness expenses like healthy food and gym memberships, lets parents and children access each other's HSA funds, and requires hospitals to publicly list their standard charges and negotiated rates. The legislation also mandates that administrative service providers share detailed pricing data with health plans and creates a mechanism for pharmacists and nurses to dispense certain low-risk prescription drugs under expanded access.
This bill, the Artemis Accords Authorization Act, aims to strengthen United States leadership in international civil space exploration and cooperation. It authorizes the Department of State to establish a "Special Coordinator for the Artemis Accords" to lead diplomatic efforts in expanding participation and coordinating U.S. engagement with foreign governments and industry partners. The legislation also requires annual reports to Congress on the progress of the Artemis Accords and international space cooperation. Additionally, it mandates the development of a strategy to integrate U.S. low-earth orbit satellite technologies into foreign policy, including promoting their export and offering financial support to other countries. This bill directly affects the Department of State, NASA, other federal agencies involved in space and foreign policy, and the U.S. space industry.
The KIDNEY Remote Monitoring Act (H.R. 8319) aims to ensure Medicare payment for remote physiologic monitoring services provided to individuals with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who receive home dialysis. The bill amends the Social Security Act to direct that these monitoring services, when furnished by a physician, will be paid for under Medicare Part B. This change would take effect for services provided on or after January 1, 2028, aligning their payment with the standard fee schedule for physician services.
