This bill directs the National Institutes of Health to expand research into Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, a severe mood and physical condition affecting 5 to 8 percent of women and people assigned female at birth. It requires the agency to collect data on PMDD prevalence, economic impact, and treatment barriers while ensuring diverse populations are included in studies. The legislation also funds public awareness campaigns and grants to train healthcare professionals in diagnosing and treating the condition. Additionally, the bill mandates a report to Congress within two years detailing progress on research, education, and access to care.
This bill allows airport operators to contract with private companies to perform passenger and property security screening instead of relying solely on federal employees. To qualify, private companies must meet strict standards including employing only vetted staff, demonstrating equal capability to federal personnel, and being owned and controlled by U.S. citizens. The Transportation Security Administration would maintain a public list of approved companies, provide federal supervisors and law enforcement at airports using private screening, and conduct covert testing to ensure performance standards are met. The legislation also requires annual reports comparing the performance and costs of private screening against federal operations, and includes provisions to limit airport operator liability for damages caused by negligence or wrongdoing by private screening companies and their employees.
This concurrent resolution expresses support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day established in 2009 to honor the transgender community and raise awareness of the discrimination and violence they face. The bill encourages the House of Representatives and the American public to observe this day with ceremonies and activities while recognizing the accomplishments and leadership of transgender individuals. It acknowledges ongoing challenges such as employment discrimination, healthcare restrictions, and anti-transgender legislation, while also highlighting the community's contributions to politics, culture, and civil rights. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or regulations but serves as an official statement of congressional support for the day's goals and ideals.
The Maternal Vaccination Act amends the Public Health Service Act to expand a federal campaign focused on increasing vaccination rates among pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children. This legislation directly affects public health programs by updating language to explicitly include these populations and directing funding toward outreach efforts that address disparities among racial and ethnic minority groups. Key provisions modify existing sections of the Public Health Service Act to broaden the campaign's scope and increase the authorized funding amount from $15 million to $17 million per fiscal year for the period 2027 through 2031. The bill aims to improve vaccination equity by ensuring federal resources specifically target maternal and pediatric immunization efforts.
This concurrent resolution formally recognizes the ongoing disparity between wages paid to men and women in the United States and reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay. It highlights statistical data showing that women earn approximately 81 cents for every dollar earned by men, with significant variations across racial and ethnic groups, and notes that the gender wage gap has widened over the past two years. The document also identifies contributing factors such as occupational segregation, lack of family-friendly workplace policies, and workplace harassment, while emphasizing the economic impact on women's retirement security and family incomes.
This bill expresses support for designating March 26, 2026, as National Science Appreciation Day to recognize scientific achievements and encourage future STEM engagement. The resolution highlights the economic and societal contributions of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across various government agencies and industries. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate the role of science in improving daily life and national progress. The measure is non-binding and does not require further legislative action to implement.
This bill establishes a five-year pilot program to provide doula support services to pregnant and postpartum women veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs. The program aims to improve maternal, mental health, and infant care outcomes by training doulas to advocate for veterans alongside medical teams, with sessions occurring before, during, and after labor and delivery. The pilot will operate in specific Veterans Integrated Service Networks selected based on female veteran enrollment rates and will include targeted support for populations facing higher health risks, such as American Indian or Alaska Native veterans. Funding is authorized through fiscal year 2032, and the VA Secretary must submit annual reports on the program's impact to Congress, including recommendations on whether to expand the initiative.
This bill directs the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to commission and install a statue of Shirley Chisholm in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol. The legislation requires the committee to secure the statue within two years of enactment and authorizes the Architect of the Capitol to handle related contracts on the committee's behalf. Funding is authorized to cover the costs of obtaining and placing the statue, with appropriated funds remaining available until used. This measure directly affects the Capitol's art collection and honors Shirley Chisholm through physical representation in the legislative building.
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for military force in or against Cuba from its enactment until December 31, 2026, unless Congress declares war or passes specific statutory authorization. The restriction applies to all government funds and prevents military actions without congressional approval under the War Powers Resolution. An exception allows military force consistent with the War Powers Resolution's provisions for urgent situations requiring immediate action. The legislation directly affects the U.S. Department of Defense and federal budget processes by limiting how funds can be used for military operations targeting Cuba.
This bill, titled the CFTC Proprietary Information Act of 2026, requires the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to create rules protecting sensitive business information it receives from companies. The legislation mandates that the Commission establish policies for requesting, safeguarding, limiting access to, and preventing unauthorized use or disclosure of this proprietary data. It also requires the Commission to set guidelines for sharing such information with other government agencies, ensuring those agencies maintain equivalent security measures. The rules must be developed through a notice and comment process before taking effect.
HR 7649, the Humanitarian Theft Enforcement Act, holds foreign individuals or entities liable for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian aid, including aid provided through international organizations. The Secretary of State determines responsibility and can recover the aid's value from the responsible party, with recovered funds credited to the State Department or transferred to other agencies if the aid was originally funded by them. The Secretary may also waive liability if deemed in the national interest. This bill creates a direct mechanism for the U.S. government to seek reimbursement for diverted humanitarian assistance.
HR 3447, the Chip Security Act, requires manufacturers to equip specific advanced integrated circuits (classified under export control numbers like 3A090) with security mechanisms before exporting them. These mechanisms must verify location and prevent unauthorized access, diversion, or tampering. The law mandates this for covered chips within 180 days of enactment, with a follow-up assessment within one year to develop additional security requirements. It directly affects U.S. chip exporters and importers of these high-tech products, aiming to strengthen export control compliance and national security.
