Nevada Congressional Bills

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1215: Commending the Holy See for its enduring diplomatic relationship with Taiwan and affirming the support of Congress for the continued preservation of the Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic relationship.

This House Resolution commends the Holy See for its enduring diplomatic relationship with Taiwan and affirms the U.S. Congress's support for preserving these ties. It also recognizes Taiwan's commitment to religious freedom, contrasting it with actions by the People's Republic of China. The resolution encourages expanded engagement between Taiwan and the Holy See, specifically through increased high-level visits by clergy and church officials.

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1212: Expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

This House Resolution expresses support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries across the United States and the essential services they provide to communities. It recognizes libraries as critical infrastructure and supports prioritizing full funding for their services at federal, state, and local levels. The resolution also reaffirms the public's right to access information, the right of library workers to organize and collectively bargain, and their civil rights to perform their duties without intimidation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

Pramila Jayapal (D) · 27 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1210: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) crucial role in global nuclear security and safety. It encourages the United States and other IAEA member states to ensure the Agency has reliable and sufficient resources, including financial contributions to its Nuclear Security Fund, to successfully carry out its duties.

Topics ✓ Energy

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026

The Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 establishes a new federal "Neighborhood Tree Fund" to provide financial assistance for planting and maintaining urban trees. This fund will support states, Indian Tribes, and local governments or community groups in increasing tree canopy and improving urban forest health. The bill prioritizes projects in low-income areas, historically disadvantaged communities, and neighborhoods with less tree cover and higher summer temperatures to address environmental inequities. It authorizes substantial funding, starting at $100 million in fiscal year 2025, and also adjusts an existing advisory council's membership to include representatives from smaller and low-income communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8471: PRIMATE Act

The PRIMATE Act prohibits the importation of live nonhuman primates into the United States, with specific exceptions for accredited zoos and aquariums. Under this law, importers must certify that these animals will not be used for experiments, testing, or breeding for such purposes. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will deny entry to shipments containing these animals, and violators face civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation or forfeiture of the animals. The Department of the Treasury is required to issue detailed regulations to enforce these rules within one year of the bill's enactment.

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8092: Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026

This bill modernizes housing assistance programs for Native American tribes and Native Hawaiians by streamlining environmental reviews, extending funding authorization through 2032, and expanding loan guarantee options. Key provisions include consolidating environmental review requirements to reduce paperwork for tribes, allowing 99-year leasehold interests on trust lands for housing, and creating new rental assistance specifically for homeless or at-risk Native American veterans. The legislation also clarifies rent rules, waives certain housing counseling certifications for tribal entities, exempts tribal housing projects from some federal civil rights and Buy America requirements, and establishes a direct loan guarantee process for tribal housing projects.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Veterans

Troy Downing (R) · 50 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 22, 2026

HRES 1208: Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.

House Resolution 1208 expresses the House of Representatives' support for honoring Earth Day and its historical role in promoting environmental protection and action. It encourages American citizens to engage in environmental stewardship and urges the President and the U.S. Government to take immediate action to address climate change, environmental injustices, and rejoin international climate agreements.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Doris O. Matsui (D) · 55 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4373: Fighter Aircrew Career Flexibility Act

The Fighter Aircrew Career Flexibility Act creates a pilot program allowing experienced Air Force fighter pilots and navigators to take temporary breaks from active duty to help retain them in the service. Eligible officers can choose to serve in the Individual Ready Reserve for a period between four months and one year while maintaining certain benefits like security clearances, housing access, and pay. In exchange for this time off, participants must agree to undergo specific training to keep their skills sharp and will owe a service commitment equal to double the length of their break upon returning to active duty. The legislation also ensures that taking part in this program will not negatively impact a pilot's promotion or career advancement opportunities. Finally, the Air Force must submit a report to Congress within four years to evaluate the program's success in reducing early separations and preserving experienced personnel.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

in committee · Nevada · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4369: Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act

This bill, known as the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act, aims to overturn a specific executive order by repealing it and prohibiting the use of federal funds to implement similar directives in the future. It directly affects the United States Postal Service, various federal agencies, and state election officials by restricting their ability to regulate mail-in ballots or create national citizenship lists for voting purposes. Key provisions ban federal agencies from sharing voter registration data, compel the Postal Service to continue delivering state-issued mail ballots without interference, and forbid the use of taxpayer money to enforce rules that would require states to adopt specific citizenship verification methods. The legislation seeks to preserve the current system where states manage their own election administration while the Postal Service delivers ballots, citing historical precedents and the high volume of mail-in voting used by Americans.

Alex Padilla (D) · 40 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 22, 2026

HR 5543: Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2025

HR 5543, the Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2025, requires the U.S. State and Defense Departments to submit a report within 180 days of enactment. The report will assess emerging military, cyber, hybrid, and political threats to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, including the roles of Russia, Belarus, China, Iran, and other actors. It will also evaluate U.S. and NATO military presence in the region, opportunities for defense cooperation, and recommendations to strengthen deterrence, cybersecurity, and democratic resilience in the Baltic countries. This bill directly affects U.S. foreign policy and defense planning regarding the Baltics, but does not create new programs or funding.

Wesley Bell (D) · 101 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Apr 21, 2026

HRES 1203: Recognizing the 200th anniversary of the heroic Exodus of Missolonghi and commemorating its historical significance to the Greek War of Independence.

This House Resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of the Exodus of Missolonghi, a significant event during the Greek War of Independence. It commemorates the courage and sacrifice of those involved and affirms the historical bonds and shared democratic values between the United States and Greece.

in committee · Nevada · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 4355: Drug Deal Disclosure Act

The Drug Deal Disclosure Act requires the Department of Health and Human Services to publicly release specific records regarding agreements between the federal government and major drug manufacturers starting in 2025. This law mandates the disclosure of contracts that include provisions such as reduced drug prices based on international rates, direct-to-consumer sales discounts, duty exemptions, and special treatment for Medicare programs. While the bill allows for the redaction of confidential pricing details, it prohibits withholding information based on political sensitivity or reputational harm and requires a detailed justification for any redactions. Additionally, the act mandates reports to Congress and independent analysis from the Congressional Budget Office and the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the economic and budgetary impacts of these agreements.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Ron Wyden (D) · 18 co-sponsors

Nevada Congressional Bills

Bill results