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in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3789: Prospectus Modernization Act of 2026

This bill raises spending thresholds for federal agency procurements under the General Services Administration (GSA) for fiscal years 2026-2028. It increases the current $1.5 million threshold for certain procurement actions to $10 million and the $750,000 threshold to $5 million, meaning fewer purchases will require a formal "prospectus" process. These changes directly affect federal agencies that use GSA's procurement system for major purchases. The bill ensures these higher thresholds remain fixed without inflation adjustments during the 2026-2028 period.
Joni Ernst (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7411: Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025

The Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025 expands the Department of Veterans Affairs' telescreening mammography program by removing the "pilot" designation and extending its timeline until May 1, 2027. This legislation requires the VA to offer at least one mammography option - such as telescreening, full-service screening, or mobile units - in every state and Puerto Rico within two years of enactment. The bill also mandates that these services remain accessible to veterans with paralysis, spinal cord injuries, or other disabilities. Additionally, it allows the VA to continue expanding these services to facilities outside the current pilot group or in states where breast imaging is not yet available.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands VA mammography access, removes pilot status, and mandates services in all states, directly improving patient access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands VA telescreening mammography, mandates statewide access, and extends program timeline, directly strengthening veteran healthcare benefits.95% confidence
Glenn Thompson (R) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SJRES 102: A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.

SJRES 102 is a congressional resolution disapproving the District of Columbia Council's approval of the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 (D.C. Act A26-0217). This resolution, introduced by Senator Scott on January 27, 2026, aims to block the D.C. tax law from taking effect by invoking Congress's disapproval authority under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The bill directly affects D.C. residents and businesses subject to the income and franchise tax provisions in the disapproved law. If passed, it would prevent the D.C. tax code changes from becoming effective.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks D.C. tax law implementation, opposing proposed tax changes under District of Columbia Home Rule Act.95% confidence
Rick Scott (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 5438: Incentivize Savings Act

This bill modifies federal budget rules for unspent agency funds. It requires federal agencies to allocate 49% of unused funds to the next fiscal year, 49% toward paying the national debt, and 2% for retention bonuses (capped at 10% of an employee's base pay). Agencies must also limit future budget requests to the previous year's amount adjusted for inflation. The bill directly affects all executive branch agencies (excluding the Red Cross), altering how they manage leftover budget authority. It does not create new savings programs for individuals but changes government fiscal management procedures.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates 49% of unspent funds toward national debt reduction and limits agency budget requests, promoting fiscal responsibility per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence
Richard McCormick (R) · 69 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 3699: Energy Choice Act

This bill prevents state or local governments from banning or restricting energy connections (like installation, modification, or access) based on the type or source of energy, such as electricity, natural gas, or renewable fuels. It directly affects consumers choosing energy providers and energy companies seeking to offer services. The key provision prohibits local laws, regulations, or policies that limit energy services sold in interstate commerce, covering all energy types listed in the bill’s definitions. It does not create new programs but limits regulatory authority at the state or local level. The law aims to ensure open access to diverse energy sources without source-based restrictions.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrevents local bans on renewable energy connections, enabling consumer choice and market access for all energy types including renewables, directly advancing renewable energy development.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local bans on fossil fuel energy connections, weakening environmental regulations by blocking state/local restrictions on energy sources.85% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 157 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 3474: Federal Mechanical Insulation Act

This bill amends federal energy conservation law to require federal agencies to consider mechanical insulation as a standard energy-saving measure during building evaluations. It defines "mechanical insulation property" as materials that reduce energy loss in mechanical systems while meeting ASHRAE 90.1 standards, including insulation placed in service with those systems. The law adds mechanical insulation to the list of measures agencies must evaluate for potential installation in federal buildings as part of their required energy and water assessments. This directly affects federal agencies managing buildings, ensuring they formally assess this specific efficiency measure during routine evaluations.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates federal agencies to evaluate mechanical insulation for energy efficiency, reducing energy loss in buildings per ASHRAE 90.1 standards.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires federal agencies to evaluate mechanical insulation for energy conservation, reducing building energy loss per ASHRAE standards, directly advancing environmental protection through energy efficiency.95% confidence
Randy K. Weber, Sr. (R) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 2433: Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025

This bill requires Medicare plans (including Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans) to base coverage decisions on medical necessity and evidence-based standards. It mandates that plans seek input from practicing physicians when creating or changing coverage rules, post all preauthorization requirements online in plain language, and publicly share statistics on approvals and denials. The bill also requires that adverse coverage decisions be made by licensed, board-certified physicians and prohibits denying coverage solely due to lack of evidence-based standards when none exist for a service. These changes aim to reduce unnecessary delays in care for Medicare beneficiaries by increasing transparency and clinical input in coverage decisions.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates evidence-based Medicare coverage decisions with physician input, increasing transparency and reducing care delays, improving patient access to necessary services.95% confidence
Mark E. Green (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 1588: Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure with Greater Internet Transactions And Legacy Applications Act or the Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to periodically report on the development of online portals for the acceptance, processing, and disposal of applications for communications use authorizations. Communications use authorizations are requests for easements, rights-of-way, leases, licenses, or other authorizations to locate or modify a transmitting device, support structure, or other communications facility on public lands or National Forest System land. Specifically, the NTIA must report to Congress about (1) whether the Department of the Interior and the Forest Service have each established a portal, and (2) any barriers to establishing the portals. The NTIA must submit the first report within 90 days of the enactment of the bill and additional reports every 60 days thereafter until the portals are established. Additionally, Interior and the Forest Service must notify the NTIA within three business days of establishing their respective portals.
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 1355: Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and modifies the Weatherization Assistance Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants for low-income households to improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The bill increases the cap on the average assistance provided per home from $6,500 to $12,000. The bill also directs DOE to include in its annual report to Congress a description of the impacts of enhancement and innovation readiness efforts on eligibility for assistance under the program.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases funding for home energy efficiency upgrades via Weatherization Program, directly advancing energy efficiency goals per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases funding for home weatherization to improve energy efficiency, reducing energy consumption and associated emissions.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases weatherization funding cap for low-income households, directly reducing energy costs and enhancing housing affordability through expanded program support.90% confidence
Paul Tonko (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 3761: Student Loan Bond Expansion Act of 2026

S 3761, the Student Loan Bond Expansion Act of 2026, modifies federal tax rules to make it easier for states and local governments to issue bonds that fund student loans. The bill exempts "qualified student loan bonds" from two key restrictions: the annual limit on tax-exempt bond issuance (volume cap) and the alternative minimum tax calculation. This change allows more such bonds to be issued without triggering these tax rules, directly benefiting state or local entities that issue these bonds to support student loan programs. The law applies to bonds issued after the bill's enactment date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts student loan bonds from tax restrictions, enabling states to issue more tax-exempt bonds for education funding, directly expanding fiscal tools for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables state/local bonds for student loans, expanding higher education access through tax-exempt bond mechanisms.85% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 2, 2026

S 3759: SAF Act

This bill (S 3759, the SAF Act) boosts financial incentives for producers of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by increasing tax credits and extending their availability. It raises the credit rate to $1.75 per gallon for certain SAF facilities (up from $1.00) and to 35 cents per gallon for others (up from 20 cents), while extending the credit period through December 31, 2033 (previously ending in 2029). The bill specifically defines SAF to exclude palm oil-based fuel and petroleum, requiring compliance with ASTM International fuel standards. These changes directly affect SAF producers meeting the defined criteria, providing greater financial support for clean aviation fuel production.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credits for SAF producers ($1.75/gal, 35¢/gal) and extends incentives through 2033, directly advancing tax policy to support sustainable fuels.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producers, promoting renewable energy development and extending incentives through 2033 while excluding fossil fuel derivatives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBoosts tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, promoting cleaner energy alternatives and excluding environmentally harmful palm oil-based fuels to reduce emissions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), directly promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligning with 'promotes sustainable transportation' indicator.95% confidence
Jerry Moran (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 7300: Make Elections Great Again Act

The Make Elections Great Again Act (HR 7300) would require voters to present photo identification to cast ballots in person or by mail for federal elections, with limited exceptions for religious objections or military voters. It would establish new requirements for proving U.S. citizenship during voter registration, including documentary proof of citizenship and proof of state residency. The bill would change mail-in ballot procedures by requiring voters to request mail-in ballots (rather than universal mail-in voting), implementing barcode tracking for mail-in ballots, and setting strict deadlines for ballot receipt. These provisions would apply to all states for federal elections held in 2027 or later, affecting how voters register, vote in person, and submit mail-in ballots for federal office elections.
Bryan Steil (R) · 70 co-sponsors
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