This concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from any hostilities against Iran. It specifically invokes the War Powers Resolution, mandating this removal unless Congress formally declares war or provides specific authorization for military force against Iran. The bill clarifies that it does not prevent the U.S. from acting in self-defense, maintaining a defensive troop presence in the region, or continuing intelligence activities related to threats from Iran.
This bill reauthorizes and expands the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act through 2031, extending funding for research into treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It requires drug manufacturers to share interim clinical trial data with the FDA to better assess the progress of investigational drugs and clarifies that phase 3 clinical trial definitions include combined phase 2/3 trials and planned trials not yet enrolling participants. The legislation also mandates the FDA to publish an updated five-year action plan for ALS and other rare neurodegenerative diseases, including resource needs and coordination strategies with broader disease communities. Additionally, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office to submit a report on the program's implementation four years after enactment.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special study of three Illinois sites (Cahokia Mounds, Emerald Mounds, and Pulcher Mounds) to evaluate their national significance and assess whether they should become part of the National Park System. The study must consider alternatives for preservation, protection, and public interpretation by federal, state, local, or private entities, and consult with relevant stakeholders. It requires a report to Congress within three years, detailing findings and recommendations. The bill does not change current designations (the sites are already National Historic Landmarks, Illinois State Historic Sites, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites) but initiates a formal review process. This study directly affects federal agencies responsible for historic preservation and may inform future decisions about the sites' management.
This resolution condemns all forms of hate, including racism, antisemitism, transphobia, and xenophobia, while highlighting recent statistics on hate crimes affecting various communities. It calls for comprehensive federal and state policies to prevent hate crimes through education and intervention, as well as support for victims through legal aid and mental health resources. The measure also advocates for funding programs that are culturally accessible to vulnerable groups, such as immigrants and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and reaffirms the government's commitment to maintaining an inclusive democracy.
The Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2026 restructures the United States immigration court system by creating a new, independent judicial branch under Article I of the Constitution, separate from the executive branch. This new system consists of three divisions: an appellate division with judges appointed by the President and Senate for 15-year terms, a trial division with judges appointed by the appellate division for 15-year terms, and an administrative division that manages operations and advises on court needs. The bill establishes specific qualifications for judges, sets their salaries at levels comparable to federal district court judges, and defines their powers to conduct hearings, issue rulings, and manage court resources. Additionally, the legislation transfers all existing immigration functions from the Department of Justice to this new court system while ensuring that pending cases continue without interruption.
The PROKID Act establishes an independent Office of the Ombudsperson within the Department of Health and Human Services to protect immigrant children in government custody. This new office would have the authority to conduct regular unannounced site visits, investigate complaints of abuse or neglect, and advocate for the quickest possible release of detained children. To support these efforts, the bill requires the government to share real-time data on child locations and custody details with the ombudsperson while strictly prohibiting the use of this information for immigration enforcement. Additionally, the act creates an expert advisory committee to review facility compliance and mandates that the government publish monthly statistics on the number and length of time children are held in detention.
The ASAP Act authorizes $350 million annually to help states and local governments upgrade accessibility at older rail stations and facilities that were built before 1990. These funds can be used to retrofit infrastructure such as platforms and entrances to meet modern disability standards, ensuring they are usable by people who use wheelchairs or have sensory and intellectual disabilities. To receive funding, recipients must create a plan that addresses accessibility for all types of disabilities and considers equity for low-income riders and communities of color. The bill also requires that the Secretary of Transportation encourage coordination with disability advocacy groups to assess project needs and progress.
The Children's Safe Welcome Act of 2026 establishes comprehensive standards for the treatment, care, and placement of noncitizen children in immigration custody, primarily affecting the Departments of Homeland Security and Health and Human Services. Key provisions include a prohibition on separating children from their parents or guardians unless there is clear and convincing evidence of an imminent threat, alongside requirements for rapid family reunification and the elimination of family detention facilities. The bill mandates that children be housed in state-licensed facilities that provide trauma-informed care, adequate medical and educational services, and access to legal representation, while also phasing out large congregate care settings in favor of family-based placements. Furthermore, it creates an independent Office of the Ombudsperson to monitor compliance, investigates age assessments that ban invasive medical procedures, and enforces strict data privacy rules to prevent information from custody cases from being used in immigration removal proceedings.
The Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026 is a comprehensive legislative proposal designed to reduce health disparities by mandating standardized data collection on race, ethnicity, gender identity, and socioeconomic status across federal health programs. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to establish new commissions and task forces focused on preventing bias in artificial intelligence and ensuring equitable data reporting during public health emergencies. It also expands access to care for underserved populations by removing citizenship barriers to Medicaid, increasing funding for minority-serving institutions, and requiring culturally and linguistically appropriate services from federally assisted health providers. Additionally, the legislation addresses specific disease disparities through targeted research grants and mandates that drug manufacturers investigate and report on racial or ethnic differences in drug safety and effectiveness.
This bill directs the Comptroller General to conduct a comprehensive review of indoor air quality, ventilation, and heating systems across all federal buildings and facilities. The assessment will examine how agencies monitor these systems, the frequency of identified problems, the qualifications of workers performing related maintenance, and the effectiveness of current oversight measures. Within 12 months of enactment, the Comptroller General must submit a report to Congress detailing findings and recommendations. If the report identifies significant deficiencies, affected federal agencies are required to submit corrective action plans to Congress within six months of the report's release.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Agriculture, Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, the Judiciary, the Budget, Veterans' Affairs, Natural Resources, Armed Services, Homeland Security, Financial Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Foreign Affairs, 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.
This bill expands federal election laws to prevent foreign nationals from influencing U.S. elections by tightening restrictions on domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control. It requires businesses that are at least 50% owned by foreign individuals, or those with specific foreign influence, to file a sworn certification proving they are not foreign-controlled before making any political donations or spending money on election activities. Additionally, the law clarifies that these rules apply to state and local ballot initiatives and mandates that corporate political action funds certify their managers and board members are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The legislation also prohibits recipients of funds from these businesses from using the money for further political contributions unless they receive and verify the required compliance certification.
