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passed · Maryland · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 6310: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3570 Olney Laytonsville Road in Olney, Maryland, as the Edward L. Ramsey Olney Post Office Building.

This bill renames a U.S. Postal Service facility in Olney, Maryland (located at 3570 Olney Laytonsville Road) as the "Edward L. Ramsey Olney Post Office Building." It directly affects the postal facility and all official U.S. government references to it, requiring future documents, maps, and laws to use the new name. The bill has no policy provisions - its sole purpose is to honor Edward L. Ramsey through this naming designation.
Jamie Raskin (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5268: Double the Wage for Overtime Act of 2026

The Double the Wage for Overtime Act of 2026 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to increase the mandatory overtime pay rate from one and a half times an employee's regular wage to two times their regular wage. This change directly affects non-exempt workers who are currently entitled to premium pay for hours worked beyond their standard schedule. The bill updates multiple sections of the existing labor law to reflect this new multiplier, ensuring consistent application across various employment categories covered by the act. These provisions would take effect 180 days after the date of enactment.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly increases overtime pay rates from 1.5x to 2x regular wages, directly strengthening worker compensation and employment standards.100% confidence
Ruben Gallego (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 3589: RISE Act

The RISE Act amends the Higher Education Act to improve support for college students with disabilities. It requires institutions to accept multiple forms of documentation (like high school IEPs or 504 plans) to verify disability status and mandates transparent, accessible processes for determining accommodation eligibility. Colleges must also report specific disability-related data to federal databases, including the number of students receiving accommodations and degree completions. Additionally, the bill authorizes $10 million annually (2027-2031) for a national center providing technical support to students with disabilities, without altering existing ADA definitions or rights.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires colleges to accept multiple disability documentation forms, mandate transparent accommodation processes, and report disability data to improve educational access for students with disabilities.95% confidence
Jim Banks (R) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 1748: Kids Online Safety Act

The Kids Online Safety Act (S 1748) requires major social media platforms, online video games, and other "covered platforms" to implement specific safety features for minors (under 17). These features include default privacy settings that limit harmful design features like infinite scrolling and auto-play, parental controls for managing minors' accounts, and restrictions on advertising illegal products to minors. The bill also mandates annual transparency reports about how platforms are used by minors and requires platforms to provide clear notices about their content algorithms. It creates a Kids Online Safety Council to advise Congress on online safety issues for children. The law applies to platforms with more than 10 million monthly users in the U.S. and takes effect 18 months after enactment.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates privacy features, limits harmful design (infinite scrolling), restricts ads to minors, and requires transparency reports - directly advancing data privacy protections for minors on tech platforms.90% confidence
Marsha Blackburn (R) · 76 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Aug 4, 2026

HR 10040: No TSA Data for ICE Act

This bill, titled the No TSA Data for ICE Act, prohibits the Transportation Security Administration from sharing passenger data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It specifically bars these agencies from using TSA information or data from private brokers to perform immigration enforcement functions. Additionally, the legislation prevents the denial, suspension, or early termination of Trusted Traveler programs like PreCheck and Global Entry if an individual's participation in First Amendment-protected activities is the reason. The law defines the restricted data as personally identifiable information about flight passengers obtained from the TSA or private sector entities.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement access to TSA data, limiting cooperation and protecting immigrant privacy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects passenger data privacy by prohibiting TSA from sharing data with immigration agencies, aligning with digital rights and privacy indicators.85% confidence
Rashida Tlaib (D) · 32 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5046: A bill to prohibit the transfer of certain offices and functions of the Department of Education to other Federal agencies, and for other purposes.

This bill prevents the Secretary of Education from moving specific offices and their functions to other federal agencies or contracting them out. It directly affects the Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Office of Postsecondary Education, Office of Indian Education, and Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The law blocks agreements that would allow these offices to share projects, use equipment, or transfer funds to other agencies, while also stopping internal transfers of these functions to other parts of the department before outsourcing them. The only exceptions are contracts or agreements that were already active on February 1, 2025, or renewals that keep the same terms.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects specific Education Department offices from transfer or outsourcing, ensuring continued federal support for special education, postsecondary, Indian, and K-12 programs.85% confidence
Tim Kaine (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 2511: College Transparency Act

The College Transparency Act establishes a federal data system to collect and analyze student-level information about college enrollment, costs, completion rates, and post-graduation outcomes. The National Center for Education Statistics must develop this system within 4 years, collecting data on student demographics, program of study, financial aid, and earnings while prohibiting sensitive information like health data or citizenship status. The system will provide public, aggregated data through an online tool that allows students and families to compare institutions and make informed education decisions. The bill repeals a previous prohibition on such a data system and amends requirements for colleges to submit data, aiming to reduce reporting burdens while improving transparency. It includes privacy protections, an advisory committee with diverse representation, and prohibits using the data for federal rankings or to limit student services.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes federal data system for college transparency, aiding student decision-making and accountability in higher education.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits collecting sensitive data (health, citizenship) in a federal data system, protecting data privacy as a key technology policy.85% confidence
Bill Cassidy (R) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5222: DRIVE Across America Act of 2026

The DRIVE Across America Act of 2026 establishes the Cleaner TRAILS Initiative to promote zero-emission vehicles and fueling infrastructure on National Forest and National Park lands. This program requires the Forest Service and National Park Service to develop a strategy for installing charging stations, purchasing electric vehicles for their fleets, and offering shuttle services that run on clean energy. The bill also directs the Department of Energy and the Department of Transportation to expand electric vehicle charging access near airports and tourist destinations, while authorizing $1 billion in federal funding between 2027 and 2031 to support these efforts. Additionally, the legislation mandates that agreements for transportation services on federal lands give priority to providers using zero-emission vehicles and requires regular reporting to Congress on progress and spending.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, clean energy infrastructure, and electric vehicle adoption in federal lands.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, clean energy shuttles, and electric fleet purchases to reduce pollution and advance environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes zero-emission vehicles, expands charging infrastructure, and funds clean energy shuttle services for National Forests and Parks.95% confidence
Catherine Cortez Masto (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5220: Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026

The Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026 directs the Department of Energy to expand funding and oversight for battery manufacturing, critical mineral processing, and advanced vehicle technologies through 2031. A primary provision increases the authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, while also requiring applicants to include specific workforce safety and fire prevention plans. The bill establishes a new Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to coordinate supply chain resilience and manages multiple research programs focused on extreme-fast charging, vehicle safety, and heavy-duty commercial vehicle electrification. Additionally, the legislation authorizes over $3 billion in total funding for these research and development activities across five fiscal years to support domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion, directly advancing state fiscal management and funding for essential programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to expand funding for battery manufacturing and critical minerals, strengthening clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds battery manufacturing and clean vehicle technologies, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates workforce safety and fire prevention plans for grant recipients, directly strengthening workplace safety standards.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds and expands battery manufacturing and advanced vehicle technologies, directly strengthening the technology sector.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds battery manufacturing and vehicle technologies to advance clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Catherine Cortez Masto (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5217: RECOVER PII Act

The RECOVER PII Act expands identity protection coverage for individuals affected by federal agency data breaches, extending the duration of protection for the remainder of their lives and increasing the minimum insurance amount to $5 million. Additionally, the bill allows federal agencies to use appropriated funds to reimburse employees or their contractors for up to 100 percent of the costs associated with privacy-enhancing services, such as software or hardware designed to mitigate data risks. These provisions aim to provide long-term financial support and resources to victims of data breaches while ensuring that reimbursement claims are supported by necessary documentation.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity and data privacy by expanding identity protection coverage and funding privacy-enhancing services.95% confidence
Mark R. Warner (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5216: Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act of 2026

The Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act of 2026 creates a new tax credit for individuals aged 60 or older to help cover the costs of home modifications that improve accessibility. This credit allows eligible taxpayers to claim up to $10,000 for expenses related to installing features such as wheelchair ramps, widened doorways, grab bars, and other safety improvements. The benefit is subject to income limits, where the credit amount decreases as a taxpayer's modified adjusted gross income exceeds specific thresholds ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 depending on filing status. The law also prevents taxpayers from receiving other tax benefits for the same expenses and requires the credit amount to be adjusted for inflation starting in 2028.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax credit for seniors to cover home modification costs, providing direct tax relief and financial assistance.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a tax credit to fund home modifications for seniors, directly strengthening accessible housing options.95% confidence
Angela D. Alsobrooks (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Maryland · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5215: Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act

The Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act extends federal tax credits for purchasing clean vehicles and installing charging equipment through 2031, while also allowing a higher credit amount for home charging installations. It establishes a new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to coordinate federal efforts on electric vehicle infrastructure and creates an Electric Vehicle Commission to study industry needs and safety issues. The legislation authorizes billions in funding to expand charging networks, with specific requirements that states prioritize underserved communities and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, the bill mandates that electric vehicle charging stations be permitted on public curbsides and expands access to high-occupancy vehicle lanes for clean vehicles.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends federal tax credits and authorizes billions in funding for clean vehicle infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal support for transportation programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly supporting renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly promoting clean energy and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds EV infrastructure and creates commissions to study industry needs, advancing clean transportation technology.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles, funds charging infrastructure, and creates new offices to coordinate transportation efforts.95% confidence
Catherine Cortez Masto (D) · 4 co-sponsors
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