Maine Congressional Bills

in committee · Maine · House Jan 22, 2026

HR 7227: Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2026

HR 7227, the Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2026, eliminates cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) for mental health and substance use treatment services during pregnancy and for one year after childbirth. It directly affects pregnant and postpartum individuals covered by group health plans or individual insurance policies, requiring these plans to cover such services with no out-of-pocket costs from pregnancy diagnosis through the 12-month period following birth. The law applies to in-network providers and includes telehealth services, with implementation delayed until two years after enactment. It amends key laws including the Public Health Service Act, ERISA, and the Internal Revenue Code to standardize this coverage requirement across health insurance systems. This policy change aims to improve access to care during a critical health period without altering existing coverage definitions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Gwen Moore (D) · 25 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 22, 2026

HR 7190: To end detention and electronic monitoring, and redirect funding to community-based wrap-around services.

HR 7190 would end immigration detention and electronic monitoring by requiring the immediate release of all detained noncitizens on their own recognizance within six months and repealing all federal laws authorizing detention. It prohibits using federal funds for detention facilities, ankle monitors, or immigration enforcement activities after specific deadlines (six months for monitors, two years for detention contracts). Instead, it establishes a new grant program to fund community-based wrap-around services - including housing, healthcare, mental health support, legal aid, and job training - provided voluntarily by non-profit organizations without surveillance or data sharing with federal agencies. The bill directly affects noncitizens currently held in detention or under electronic monitoring.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

in committee · Maine · House Jan 21, 2026

HRES 1013: Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.

HRES 1013 proposes creating a Permanent Select Committee on Aging in the U.S. House of Representatives. This committee would study aging-related issues affecting older Americans - including income, health, housing, employment, and long-term care - without having the power to pass laws. It would also work to coordinate government and private programs supporting seniors and review recommendations from the President or White House Conference on Aging. The resolution, introduced by Rep. Magaziner and Rep. Salazar, is currently referred to the House Rules Committee.

in committee · Maine · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 7189: PrEP Access Act

The PrEP Access Act expands Medicare Part B coverage to include pharmacist-provided HIV prevention services, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) counseling, medication administration, and related testing. It directly affects Medicare beneficiaries (primarily seniors) and pharmacists, allowing pharmacists to bill Medicare for these services under state law. Key provisions set payment at 80% of the lesser of actual charges or 85% of physician rates, and prohibit balance billing for these services. The policy change takes effect January 1, 2027, making PrEP more accessible through pharmacy settings.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Mark Pocan (D) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7137: Shutdown Fairness Act

HR 7137, the Shutdown Fairness Act, requires federal agencies to pay covered employees (including most federal workers and military personnel) and covered contractors their regular pay during government shutdowns. It appropriates funds from the Treasury to cover standard employee compensation and contractor payments for work performed during a lapse in regular appropriations, ensuring pay continues without delay (within 7 days if a shutdown is ongoing at enactment) and aligns with regular pay schedules. The bill applies only to individuals employed or with accepted offers before the shutdown began and mandates that these payments be charged to future appropriations. It does not change agency obligations under existing contracts or authorize new spending beyond the specified shutdown period.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

Dusty Johnson (R) · 37 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3659: SECURE Minerals Act of 2026

The SECURE Minerals Act of 2026 establishes a new Strategic Resilience Reserve Corporation to secure U.S. supply chains for critical minerals and materials essential to technology, defense, and energy sectors. The Reserve will finance domestic and partner country production, acquire critical minerals for strategic stockpiling, and develop market data to support responsible production practices. With $2.5 billion in initial funding, the Reserve aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign sources, particularly China, by developing alternative supply chains and ensuring production rates meet specific targets. The legislation includes provisions for transparency, oversight, and annual reporting to Congress, with the Reserve prioritizing domestic projects, recycling, and repurposing of critical minerals.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Technology

in committee · Maine · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3683: Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2026

S 3683 establishes strict limits on force used by federal immigration officers, requiring non-deadly force only when no safer alternative exists and prohibiting deadly force except under DOJ standards. It mandates body cameras for all officers within 180 days, requires annual de-escalation and civil rights training, and bans equipment like flashbangs without supervisor-approved tactical plans. The bill creates new reporting requirements for the DHS and DOJ, including semiannual congressional reports on force incidents, assaults on officers, and equipment use. These provisions directly affect all federal immigration enforcement personnel, aiming to increase accountability and transparency in enforcement operations.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

in committee · Maine · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7088: NO NATO for Purchase Act

The NO NATO for Purchase Act bans federal agencies from using government funds to buy land or assets in NATO member countries. It directly affects all federal departments and agencies by prohibiting such acquisitions as defined in the 1949 North Atlantic Treaty. The key provision blocks any action or expenditure related to purchasing territory within NATO nations. This prevents U.S. government purchases of foreign territory belonging to NATO member countries.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

Gabe Amo (D) · 35 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 6182: Find It Early Act

The Find It Early Act requires most health insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and VA benefits to cover certain breast cancer screenings without cost-sharing for specific at-risk groups. It affects individuals at increased breast cancer risk (as determined by medical guidelines), those with dense breast tissue (as defined by the American College of Radiology), and others requiring screening due to factors like age, race, ethnicity, or family history. The bill mandates coverage for various screening methods including mammograms, ultrasounds, MRI, and other technologies at frequencies recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. This requirement takes effect for plan years beginning January 1, 2026, removing financial barriers to early detection.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

Rosa L. DeLauro (D) · 74 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 14, 2026

HRES 1001: Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives certain documents in their possession relating to the Administration's stance on Greenland.

HRES 1001 is a House resolution requesting the President and Secretary of State to provide the House with specific documents related to U.S. policy on Greenland. It directs them to submit all communications (including emails, meeting notes, and records) created since January 2025 about potential U.S. ownership of Greenland, U.S. relations with Denmark, security agreements under the 1951 defense pact, and diplomatic engagements concerning recent statements about Greenland. The resolution focuses on transparency regarding the Administration's stance, including discussions with Danish and Greenlandic authorities and assessments of legal implications under NATO and UN obligations. This procedural request does not change policy but seeks documentation for congressional oversight.

Dina Titus (D) · 32 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 14, 2026

HRES 996: Impeaching Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

HRES 996 is a resolution introduced by multiple House members to impeach Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, for alleged violations of law and the Constitution. It outlines three articles of impeachment: obstructing congressional oversight by denying access to detention facilities and withholding funds, violating public trust through warrantless arrests and excessive force (including tear gas on children), and self-dealing by awarding federal contracts to associates without competitive bidding. If approved by the House, this resolution would formally charge Noem, triggering a Senate trial to determine her removal from office. The resolution itself does not enact new policy but initiates the constitutional impeachment process against a sitting Cabinet official.

Robin L. Kelly (D) · 187 co-sponsors

in committee · Maine · House Jan 14, 2026

HR 7066: SHIELD Act

HR 7066, the SHIELD Act, requires electricity utilities to fully recover grid upgrade costs from large commercial or industrial facilities (those with peak demand over 75 megawatts) that drive these upgrades. It prioritizes new service requests from such facilities that use energy efficiency, onsite storage, or zero-emission energy (like solar or wind) to meet their needs. The bill also defines "large load facilities" to exclude existing sites where increased demand results from electrification or emissions-reduction efforts. Utilities must implement these requirements within 2 years, with states reporting progress to Congress. This directly affects major electricity consumers and shapes how grid costs are allocated.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

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