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in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1542: Designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".

This House resolution designates September 2026 as National Voting Rights Month to highlight the historical and ongoing challenges faced by various groups in exercising their right to vote. It encourages Congress to pass legislation that strengthens voting protections, specifically endorsing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025 while opposing bills that could restrict voter eligibility. The resolution also recommends that public schools develop curricula on voting history and current suppression tactics, and it invites funding for public service announcements to promote voter registration and participation.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill explicitly recommends that public schools develop curricula on voting history, which directly advances educational content in K-12 settings.75% confidence
Marc A. Veasey (D) · 32 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · Senate Sep 15, 2026

S 5396: No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act

The No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act prohibits federal agencies from using government funds to install new permanent fencing around the perimeter of the U.S. Capitol Buildings or the Capitol Grounds. This legislation directly affects the management and security planning for the Capitol complex by restricting specific types of physical barrier construction. However, the bill explicitly allows for the repair or replacement of any fencing that was already in place on the date the law is enacted.
Chris Van Hollen (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 10397: Survivors’ Rights Restitution Act of 2026

The Survivors' Rights Restitution Act of 2026 establishes a federal compensation program administered by the Attorney General for victims of sexual assault, abuse, trafficking, or exploitation involving Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as victims whose rights were violated by the federal government. Petitions are filed with the United States Court of Federal Claims and assigned to special adjudicators who must be mental health professionals or experts in victim services, civil rights law, or claims administration. The process is designed to be informal and less adversarial than standard litigation, with decisions required within 120 days and a minimum compensation award of $123,000. Compensation is funded by a dedicated Treasury account that accepts forfeited assets and voluntary contributions, and payments are exempt from federal income tax and means-tested benefit calculations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a federal compensation program, directly impacting government spending and fiscal management to fund restitution for victims.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill establishes a federal compensation program for victims of sexual assault and other crimes, addressing victim rights and restitution within the criminal justice system.80% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill establishes a compensation program for victims of sexual assault and exploitation and requires adjudicators to be mental health professionals or victim services experts, indicating support for mental health and victim support within healt...75% confidence
Ayanna Pressley (D) · 45 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 10392: To temporarily suspend the imposition of certain fuel taxes.

This bill temporarily suspends federal excise taxes on certain transportation fuels, such as gasoline and diesel, setting the tax rate to zero for sales occurring between enactment and December 31, 2026. The legislation directly affects consumers by aiming to lower fuel prices at the pump. It mandates that fuel producers and dealers pass the full amount of the tax savings on to buyers immediately. To enforce this requirement, the bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to impose monetary penalties on companies that fail to reduce their prices accordingly.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill suspends federal excise taxes on fuel, aiming to lower prices for consumers and provide tax relief, which directly supports the topic of Budget & Taxes by adjusting taxation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentTemporarily suspending fuel taxes aims to lower fuel prices, which could increase fuel consumption and consequently lead to higher greenhouse gas emissions and pollution, weakening environmental protection efforts.75% confidence
Andy Harris (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 10377: MAGA Act

The Make Apportionment Great Again Act would change how U.S. House seats are distributed among states by excluding noncitizens from the population count used for apportionment. It requires the Secretary of Commerce to recalculate state populations using existing federal and state government records, without conducting a new census, and mandates that future censuses include a question on citizenship status. The bill establishes a legal presumption that any resulting changes in seat allocation are valid, allowing courts to overturn them only with clear evidence of statutory or constitutional violations. Additionally, it creates an expedited judicial process for legal challenges, requiring cases to be heard by three-judge panels and permitting direct appeal to the Supreme Court.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill directly impacts immigration by excluding noncitizens from the population count for House apportionment, which could reduce representation in states with large immigrant populations, thus limiting their political influence.95% confidence
Andrew S. Clyde (R) · 42 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 9640: Earth MRI Reauthorization Act of 2026

The Earth MRI Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends funding for the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative through fiscal year 2031. This program, managed by the U.S. Geological Survey, will support the collection and analysis of subsurface data using advanced technologies like modern sensing and digital geochemistry to map critical minerals and geothermal resources. The bill also updates the initiative's scope to include the 3D Hydrography Program and allocates $84 million for operations between 2027 and 2031.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $84 million to extend funding for a critical government program, directly advancing fiscal management and appropriations.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds mapping of geothermal resources and critical minerals, advancing energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds Earth Mapping Resources Initiative to map critical minerals and geothermal resources, advancing environmental data collection and conservation.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding to advance advanced technologies like modern sensing and digital geochemistry for resource mapping.85% confidence
Robert J. Wittman (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 9600: Common Sense 250 Act of 2026

The Common Sense 250 Act of 2026 approves the location for a commemorative work honoring Thomas Paine within a specific designated area in Washington, D.C. This legislation overrides previous requirements to allow the project to proceed in Area I, as defined by a 2003 map of commemorative zones in the capital. The bill directly impacts the planning and placement of this memorial by confirming its site without altering other aspects of the Commemorative Works Act.
Jamie Raskin (D) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 7889: AWRC Act of 2025

The Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025 amends the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to update research priorities and funding allocations for water resources research institutes. The bill adds artificial intelligence to the list of research areas alongside private industry and increases federal funding authorization to $16 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. It requires 20 percent of these funds to support research addressing interstate water problems and allows grants for projects focusing on regional or multi-state water issues. The legislation also expands the types of research institutes eligible for funding to include those working on problems identified by Congress as having interstate significance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal funding authorization to $16 million annually for water resources research, directly supporting government spending and budget allocation for essential programs.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases federal funding for water resources research, including AI applications and interstate water problems, which supports environmental protection and resource management.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly adds artificial intelligence to research priorities and increases federal funding for technology-related water research initiatives.75% confidence
Robert J. Wittman (R) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 6893: Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement for Training, Education, Restoration, and Science (WATERS) Act

HR 6893, the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement for Training, Education, Restoration, and Science (WATERS) Act, reauthorizes and updates NOAA's Chesapeake Bay Office to better support Bay restoration. It establishes new programs including a watershed education initiative for students and teachers, a coastal habitat management program focused on species like oysters and blue crabs, and requirements for coordinated scientific monitoring of water quality and living resources. The bill mandates the Office Director to consult with the Chesapeake Executive Council, ensure peer-reviewed scientific merit for funded projects, and submit biennial reports to Congress on progress. This directly affects NOAA, Bay watershed states, educators, researchers, and conservation groups working on Bay restoration under the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes watershed education initiative for students and teachers, directly advancing environmental science education access and teacher engagement within the Chesapeake Bay context.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes watershed restoration programs, coastal habitat management, and water quality monitoring to advance Chesapeake Bay environmental protection and science-based conservation.95% confidence
Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D) · 7 co-sponsors
passed · Maryland · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 3276: Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026

The Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2025 establishes the Urban Bird Treaty Program, which provides grants and technical assistance to local groups - including cities, nonprofits, community organizations, and academic institutions - to protect and restore urban bird habitats. Key provisions include funding for habitat restoration (e.g., removing invasive species and planting native plants), reducing urban bird hazards, and engaging communities in monitoring and education. The program, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, authorizes $1 million annually from 2026 to 2032 for projects focused on conserving urban bird populations through collaborative local efforts. It directly affects communities seeking to enhance green spaces and support bird conservation in populated areas.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides grants for urban bird habitat restoration, native plantings, and community conservation efforts, directly advancing environmental protection and habitat conservation.95% confidence
Debbie Dingell (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Maryland · House Sep 14, 2026

HJRES 215: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Department of Homeland Security rule that would establish fixed time periods for admission and specific extension procedures for nonimmigrant academic students, exchange visitors, and representatives of foreign information media. If enacted, the bill would prevent this immigration regulation from taking effect, thereby maintaining the existing framework for how these individuals manage their stay in the United States. The measure directly affects international students, cultural exchange participants, and foreign journalists by blocking changes to their visa duration limits and renewal processes.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill seeks to overturn a DHS rule that creates specific admission and extension procedures for nonimmigrants, thereby restricting the regulatory framework for their stay.85% confidence
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 58 co-sponsors
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