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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 27, 2026

S 1954: Biosimilar Red Tape Elimination Act

This bill simplifies the approval process for biosimilar drugs - medicines that are highly similar to, but not identical to, existing biologic drugs. It amends the Public Health Service Act to clarify when biosimilars are deemed "interchangeable" with the original drug (allowing pharmacists to substitute them without a doctor's specific order), adjusts exclusivity periods for existing biosimilars, and sets a 60-day transition period after enactment. The bill also requires the FDA to update its guidance documents within 18 months to reflect these changes. This directly affects pharmaceutical companies developing biosimilars, the FDA in its review process, and ultimately patients seeking more affordable treatment options.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSimplifies biosimilar drug approval and allows pharmacist substitution, reducing costs and improving patient access to affordable medications.95% confidence
Mike Lee (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 27, 2026

S 1414: Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act

This bill modifies requirements for approving biosimilar drugs (follow-on versions of biologic medicines). It removes previous mandatory assessments of immunogenicity or clinical efficacy for biosimilar licensure, instead allowing the FDA to require such studies only when the agency provides written justification to the applicant. The change applies to new biosimilar applications submitted after the bill's enactment. It directly affects drug manufacturers seeking FDA approval for biosimilars and the FDA's review process, aiming to streamline approvals while maintaining safety standards.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves mandatory FDA assessments for biosimilars, enabling faster market access and lower drug costs, improving patient access to treatments.85% confidence
Rand Paul (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 23, 2026

SRES 814: A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.

This Senate resolution recognizes the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities, emphasizing their right to live in their own homes and communities. It calls on the Department of Justice to rescind a recent opinion that the Senate views as undermining the legal requirement to provide community-based services instead of institutional care. The document also urges various federal agencies to improve funding for home and community-based services, increase accessible housing and transportation, and promote competitive employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Additionally, the resolution pledges bipartisan efforts to address barriers faced by individuals with disabilities, including those of color, and opposes cuts to the Medicaid program that could limit access to essential support services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects rights to community-based services and home care, expanding access to healthcare and preventing institutionalization.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly calls to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities, directly supporting housing stability and independent living.90% confidence
Andy Kim (D) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5121: Supreme Court Ethics Act

This bill establishes a formal code of conduct for all federal judges and specifically requires the Supreme Court to create its own set of ethical rules for justices. It creates a new position called Ethics Investigations Counsel to enforce these rules, investigate potential violations, and publish annual public reports on the findings. Additionally, the legislation mandates that Supreme Court justices publicly explain their reasons for disqualifying themselves or denying requests for disqualification in any case.
Christopher Murphy (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes federal protections to ensure individuals can access assisted reproductive technology and intrauterine insemination without state-imposed restrictions, while also mandating that health insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits program cover these services. The bill defines these procedures broadly to include treatments like egg and embryo freezing and requires coverage regardless of whether a patient has been diagnosed with infertility. It further directs the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide fertility preservation and reproductive assistance to uniformed service members and veterans, including funding for egg or sperm retrieval and storage. Additionally, the legislation grants federal courts the authority to challenge and block any state laws that limit access to these reproductive treatments or discriminate against providers and patients based on protected characteristics.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates federal coverage for IVF and IUI, expands access to reproductive services, and protects patient rights against state restrictions.95% confidence
Tammy Duckworth (D) · 46 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9894: Investing in State Energy Act of 2026

The Investing in State Energy Act of 2026 requires federal agencies to distribute funds and guidance for energy conservation programs within 30 to 60 days of receiving state plans. It specifically affects States, Indian Tribes, and other direct recipients by mandating faster payment schedules and earlier publication of funding allocations. The bill also authorizes an additional $500 million in funding for these programs over five years, starting in fiscal year 2027. These changes aim to streamline how federal energy assistance is delivered to local governments and tribes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $500M in funding for energy conservation programs and mandates faster federal disbursement, directly strengthening fiscal management of state budgets.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill allocates $500M for energy conservation programs and mandates faster funding distribution to states and tribes.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds energy conservation programs and mandates faster distribution of resources to states and tribes for environmental initiatives.75% confidence
Chris Pappas (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9824: Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026

The Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026 provides additional funding to the Department of Health and Human Services to support child care programs, including the Child Care and Development Block Grant, Head Start, and preschool development grants. These funds are intended to help states and organizations cover necessary expenses for these programs through fiscal year 2029. The bill also rescinds $70 billion in previously allocated money for U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that has not yet been spent. Overall, the legislation redirects federal resources toward early childhood education and care rather than immigration enforcement activities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding for child care programs and rescinds funds for border enforcement, indicating support for social services spending.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for child care and preschool programs, which supports early childhood education and expands access to educational services.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill rescinds $70B in funding for Customs and Border Protection and Immigration, directly weakening immigration enforcement capabilities.95% confidence
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2546: A bill to provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.

This bill extends the deadline for the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative memorial in Washington D.C. and its surrounding areas to November 3, 2032. It directly affects the foundation by modifying the expiration date previously set to end a 7-year period. The change ensures the foundation has sufficient time to complete its memorial work within the updated timeframe.
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5087: Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026

The Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026 updates the Clean Air Act to broaden the definition of renewable biomass eligible for carbon credits. It specifically includes wood and paper residuals from manufacturing, as well as trees and shrubs from certified non-Federal lands and public forests used for fuel reduction or ecological restoration. The bill also allows vegetation cleared from defensible space around buildings and wildfire risk reduction projects in the wildland-urban interface to be counted. These changes require specific certifications from landowners or federal agencies to verify that the materials come from sustainable sources and are not suitable for use as sawlogs.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands renewable biomass eligibility for carbon credits, promoting renewable energy and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands renewable biomass for carbon credits and funds wildfire risk reduction, directly advancing environmental protection and climate goals.95% confidence
Jeff Merkley (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5075: Get Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections Act

This bill expands existing rules to prevent foreign nationals from influencing U.S. elections by tightening restrictions on domestic businesses that are owned or controlled by foreign interests. It requires companies with significant foreign ownership or control to file a sworn certification confirming they are not foreign entities before making any political contributions or spending money on election activities. Additionally, the law prohibits recipients of these funds from using them for further political spending unless they receive and verify the original certification, while also clarifying that these rules apply to state and local ballot measures as well as corporate political committees.
Sheldon Whitehouse (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5067: Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act

The Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act aims to address the national shortage of qualified cybersecurity personnel by creating two new pilot programs within the Department of Homeland Security. The first initiative establishes an apprenticeship program that hires up to 25 individuals annually to gain on-the-job training and related education, with the goal of placing them in permanent federal cyber workforce positions after completion. The second program offers free cybersecurity training to veterans and military spouses, providing virtual and hands-on learning opportunities that lead to recognized postsecondary credentials. Both pilots include provisions for recruiting underrepresented communities and require regular reporting to Congress on participant demographics, completion rates, and employment outcomes. Additionally, the bill extends the deadline for a federal cybersecurity workforce assessment from 2022 to 2028 to better track staffing needs.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates apprenticeship programs and training initiatives to expand the cybersecurity workforce, directly supporting employment and job creation.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly aims to expand the cybersecurity workforce through new training programs, directly strengthening national cybersecurity capabilities.95% confidence
Margaret Wood Hassan (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5065: Help Grandfamilies Prevent Child Abuse Act

The Help Grandfamilies Prevent Child Abuse Act updates the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to better support children raised by relatives or close family friends outside the foster care system. It requires states receiving federal grants to prioritize placing children with kin, license relatives as foster parents, and create community networks to assist these families. The bill also mandates that state programs include specific training for kinship caregivers on handling behavioral challenges, substance use disorders, and trauma. Additionally, it expands the advisory board and national information clearinghouse to include organizations serving kinship families and the perspectives of birth parents and former foster youth.
Margaret Wood Hassan (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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