This Senate resolution honors the 27th anniversary of the Supreme Court's Olmstead v. L.C. decision, which established that states must offer community-based services to individuals with disabilities rather than forcing them into institutions. The bill affirms the legal requirement that people with disabilities should live in the most integrated settings possible and salutes those who have expanded home and community support services. It also condemns a recent Department of Justice opinion that challenges this integration mandate and calls on the department to rescind that opinion. Additionally, the resolution criticizes cuts to the Medicaid program and urges Congress to restore funding to protect the health and independence of people with disabilities.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes June 2026 as LGBTQ Pride Month to honor the history, contributions, and ongoing struggles of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals in the United States. The document outlines the community's achievements in civil rights and public service while highlighting persistent challenges such as discrimination in employment and housing, as well as hate crimes. It also acknowledges the global context of LGBTQ rights, noting both international progress and the persecution faced by individuals in various countries. Ultimately, the resolution expresses support for equal treatment and encourages the public to use the month to learn about and celebrate the LGBTQ community.
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' sense that Congress must urgently restore the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to protect against racial discrimination in voting and ensure fair political representation for all Americans. It specifically calls for ending the 60-vote threshold in the Senate to allow for easier passage of legislation and proposes structural changes to the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices, a binding code of ethics, and potentially expanding the court's size. The text argues that recent Supreme Court decisions have weakened voting protections and enabled partisan gerrymandering, threatening the political power of communities of color and undermining democratic institutions. By outlining these specific legislative and structural goals, the bill aims to rebuild public trust in the judiciary and strengthen the mechanisms that guarantee equal access to the ballot box.
The Modernizing Opioid Treatment Access Act 2.0 of 2026 allows licensed addiction medicine specialists to prescribe methadone for opioid use disorder to be dispensed directly through pharmacies, rather than requiring patients to visit traditional treatment clinics. Under this bill, these practitioners must use electronic prescribing and can only dispense liquid or dispersible tablet formulations, while pharmacies do not need separate registration to handle these prescriptions. The law also permits telemedicine for maintenance or detoxification treatment and requires doctors to obtain informed consent from patients regarding how privacy protections differ between clinic and pharmacy settings. Additionally, the Attorney General can revoke a doctor's registration if a state requests it, and the Drug Enforcement Administration must report annually on the number of registered providers and pharmacies involved in the program.
The Investor Choice Act of 2026 aims to give retail investors more control over how they resolve disputes with financial companies by banning mandatory arbitration clauses. Specifically, the bill prohibits stock exchanges from listing securities issued by companies that force shareholders into arbitration, and it makes it illegal for brokers, dealers, and investment advisers to require clients to use arbitration or restrict their ability to join class-action lawsuits. These rules apply to new agreements made after the law is passed, while existing contracts are only voided if no arbitration process has already started. By removing these forced arbitration requirements, the legislation allows investors to choose whether to settle disputes in court or through arbitration based on their own judgment.
This bill creates a federal grant program to help states and tribal governments improve their licensing systems for firearms dealers. To qualify for funding, a state or tribe must already require dealers to hold a license, pass an application process, renew their license every three years, and submit to inspections. If a dealer breaks the rules, the state must be able to suspend or revoke their license and impose fines or criminal charges. The Attorney General will award up to $2.5 million per year in competitive grants to eligible applicants who submit plans for developing or improving these programs. Recipients must report annually on the number of inspections, violations, and licenses issued, renewed, or revoked, while the Attorney General will provide a public report on all grants awarded and denied.
The Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2026 requires most individuals to obtain a federal firearm owner license to possess handguns or semiautomatic rifles, with specific exemptions for licensed dealers, law enforcement, and minors under supervision. To get this license, applicants must submit detailed personal information, including fingerprints and mental health records, and undergo a background check administered by the Attorney General. The bill also mandates that licensed dealers record every sale or transfer of these firearms in a federal database and report the transaction details within 14 days. Additionally, the law prohibits unlicensed individuals from transferring firearms to other unlicensed people without the involvement of a licensed dealer and imposes strict penalties for failing to report lost or stolen guns or failing to notify authorities of address changes.
The SAFER Health Act of 2026 strengthens privacy protections for individuals by prohibiting healthcare providers and related entities from disclosing information about abortions or pregnancy losses in legal proceedings without the individual's explicit consent. This rule applies to all types of legal cases, including civil, criminal, and administrative matters, with specific exceptions for defending against professional liability claims or investigating physical harm caused to the individual. The bill also requires health IT systems to separate this sensitive data from other records and mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services update existing regulations to enforce these privacy standards. Additionally, the law preempts any conflicting state laws that offer less privacy protection for this specific type of medical information.
The Wage Theft Prevention and Wage Recovery Act aims to combat unpaid wages by strengthening penalties, improving worker protections, and funding community enforcement efforts. It directly affects employers who may underpay workers and employees who face wage theft, particularly low-wage workers, immigrants, and minorities. Key provisions require employers to provide detailed pay stubs and final payments within 14 days of termination, while also granting workers the right to full compensation as agreed in employment contracts. The bill increases civil fines and criminal penalties for violations, extends the time limit for filing wage claims, and establishes a grant program to support partnerships between the Department of Labor and community organizations.
The Green Ribbon Act of 2026 establishes a new program to recognize schools and non-formal learning institutions that meet specific goals for environmental literacy, emission reductions, and positive impacts on student and staff health. Under this act, the Department of Education will award grants to states and provide $10,000 honoraria to schools that demonstrate high performance in these three areas, while also creating a similar award program for museums, libraries, and other cultural institutions. The legislation creates a new office within the Department of Education to oversee technical assistance and training for sustainable school infrastructure, ensuring that under-resourced schools receive at least 40 percent of grant funding. Additionally, the bill requires the Department to update its award criteria within six months to align with health standards from the EPA and CDC and mandates annual reports on the program's progress and impact.
The MOMMIES Act expands Medicaid and CHIP coverage for low-income pregnant individuals by extending postpartum benefits from 60 days to one year and mandating full coverage of oral health services during this period. To support these changes, the bill includes a maintenance of effort provision that prevents states from reducing eligibility standards or benefit levels for pregnant individuals until 2027, alongside a 100 percent federal funding match for states that increase spending on this population. A major component is a five-year demonstration project that provides grants to states to implement maternity care home models, which coordinate comprehensive medical and social support services like housing assistance and mental health care to improve birth equity and outcomes. The legislation also requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to issue guidance on covering doula services and directs the Government Accountability Office to study the use of telehealth and gaps in coverage for pregnant and postpartum people.
The Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of gold medals to the four crew members of the Artemis II Mission to recognize their historic contributions to space exploration. This legislation directs the U.S. Treasury to strike these medals, which must depict the mission's crew, and allows the mint to sell duplicate bronze versions to cover production costs. The bill highlights the mission's significance as the first crewed flight beyond low Earth orbit since 1972 and notes the diverse achievements of the astronauts, including the first woman and first person of color to travel around the Moon. By designating these awards as national medals, the act formally honors the crew's role in advancing human spaceflight capabilities.
