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in committee · New Jersey · 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 & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts federal spending by banning use of funds for land purchases in NATO countries, directly limiting budget allocation for such acquisitions.90% confidence
Gabe Amo (D) · 35 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7110: Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026

This bill requires federal agencies that use or fund complex AI systems (called "covered algorithms") to establish civil rights offices staffed by experts. These offices must monitor and report on potential bias in algorithms affecting programs like benefits, housing, or loans, particularly regarding traits like race, gender, or disability. Agencies must submit detailed reports every two years starting one year after the bill passes, outlining risks, mitigation steps, stakeholder engagement, and recommendations. The law also creates an interagency working group to coordinate efforts across agencies. It directly affects any federal agency using or overseeing such AI systems, aiming to prevent unfair outcomes through transparency and accountability.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires monitoring AI bias in housing algorithms to prevent discrimination based on protected traits, directly aligning with tenant protection and anti-discrimination indicators.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prevents algorithmic bias in federal programs affecting employment benefits, housing, and loans, protecting workers from discrimination based on race, gender, or disability.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires federal agencies to monitor AI bias in algorithms affecting civil rights, strengthening consumer protection against discriminatory tech systems.95% confidence
Summer L. Lee (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7120: Purple Heart Freedom to Work Act

This bill amends the Social Security Act to provide work incentives for Purple Heart recipients receiving disability benefits. It removes the standard earnings penalty that would reduce benefits when veterans earn above the "substantial gainful activity" (SGA) threshold, instead allowing benefits to continue with a reduced rate ($1 reduction for every $4 earned above the threshold, but not below $0). It also specifically applies a higher SGA earnings limit to Purple Heart recipients under Social Security disability rules. The changes affect veterans who received a Purple Heart for a service-connected injury and are currently receiving Social Security disability benefits. The bill takes effect six months after enactment.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves earnings penalty for Purple Heart recipients, allowing continued benefits with partial reduction ($1/$4) and higher SGA limit, expanding work incentives under disability benefits.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves earnings penalties for Purple Heart recipients, maintains benefits with reduced rate, and increases SGA limit - directly advancing veteran employment benefits and financial stability.95% confidence
Austin Scott (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7100: Sikh American Anti-Discrimination Act of 2026

HR 7100 establishes a Department of Justice Task Force on Anti-Sikh Hate and Discrimination to address systemic bias against Sikhs. The Task Force must draft a formal definition of anti-Sikh hate for DOJ use, develop educational programs for law enforcement and schools, and produce annual reports on hate crimes and trends. It requires quarterly collaboration with Sikh organizations and translation of materials into Punjabi. The bill directly affects Sikhs in the U.S. (who face disproportionate targeting as noted in FBI data) and mandates federal agencies to improve hate crime data collection and response. This is a policy-focused measure to standardize definitions, enhance reporting, and support community safety through DOJ action.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates DOJ educational programs for law enforcement on anti-Sikh hate, promoting hate crime awareness and addressing systemic bias - directly advancing criminal justice reform and civil rights protection.95% confidence
Josh Gottheimer (D) · 64 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7094: No Aid for Russian Energy Act

HR 7094 prohibits U.S. exports of petroleum equipment and services to Russia, directly affecting U.S. companies and foreign subsidiaries that supply oil/gas industry tools, software, engineering services, or related technologies to Russian entities. The bill mandates asset freezes and visa bans for violators, including foreign persons involved in such transactions, while exempting medical isotopes (like Carbon-13) and humanitarian aid for food, medicine, or agricultural commodities. Key provisions require the President to block transactions involving U.S. persons or entities, extend sanctions to parent companies for subsidiary violations, and implement regulations within 180 days. This targets energy sector support for Russia without disrupting medical, agricultural, or aid-related operations.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts U.S. exports of petroleum equipment/services to Russia, directly limiting energy sector engagement with Russian entities.95% confidence
Lloyd Doggett (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7118: Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026

HR 7118, the Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026, requires Medicaid to cover whole genome and whole exome sequencing for Medicaid-eligible children with specific medical needs, including genetic disorders, rare diseases, congenital anomalies, developmental delays, or intellectual disabilities. It mandates that this testing be ordered as a first-tier test by a physician and paid separately, not bundled with other services. The bill also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to convene stakeholders, conduct outreach to raise awareness, and publish a report within two years detailing state payment rates and usage data. Additionally, it directs a Comptroller General report assessing implementation barriers, workforce challenges, and payment alignment with market costs. The changes take effect January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates Medicaid funding for genomic testing, increasing government spending on healthcare services for eligible children.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for genomic testing, expanding access to genetic services for eligible children with medical needs.95% confidence
Scott H. Peters (D) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7092: RAYS Act

The RAYS Act (HR 7092) requires secondary schools to include suicide prevention contact information on student identification cards or, if cards aren't issued, on school websites and student-accessible online platforms. Schools must list the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, Crisis Text Line, and a local suicide prevention hotline. The bill also allows schools to optionally add more mental health resources and mandates federal outreach to inform students, parents, and staff about these services. It takes effect one year after enactment for physical ID cards and 60 days later for digital methods.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires schools to provide mental health resources via student IDs/websites, enhancing student access to critical support services within educational settings.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates schools to include suicide prevention resources (988, Crisis Text Line) on student IDs/websites, improving access to mental health services per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence
Troy A. Carter (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7125: Stop Body Camera Paywalls Act

HR 7125, the Stop Body Camera Paywalls Act, requires states and local governments seeking certain federal law enforcement grants to certify they do not charge fees for public access to body camera footage, dash camera footage, or prison surveillance recordings. To qualify for Byrne or COPS grant programs, applicants must confirm no financial barriers exist for the public requesting these specific video recordings. The bill makes certification mandatory for grant eligibility, directly affecting law enforcement agencies receiving federal funds under these programs.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves paywalls for public body camera access, enhancing police accountability and transparency in law enforcement, directly aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRemoves financial barriers for public access to body camera footage (digital surveillance data), enhancing transparency and digital rights access as required for federal grants.95% confidence
Rashida Tlaib (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · 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 ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for breast cancer screenings for at-risk groups, expanding access to preventive care without cost-sharing as required by medical guidelines.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates VA benefits cover breast cancer screenings without cost-sharing, directly improving veterans' healthcare access under VA benefits.95% confidence
Rosa L. DeLauro (D) · 74 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 5577: NFIP Extension Act of 2026

The NFIP Extension Act of 2026 extends the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through September 30, 2026, by updating two key deadlines in the law: the funding authorization (Section 1309(a)) and the program's expiration date (Section 1319). This directly affects homeowners, renters, and businesses in flood-prone areas who rely on NFIP policies for coverage. The bill changes the existing 2023 expiration dates to 2026, preventing program shutdown and ensuring continued access to federally backed flood insurance. If passed after September 30, 2025, the changes apply retroactively as if enacted on that date.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill extends flood insurance program funding, protecting homeowners and renters in flood-prone areas from losing coverage, which supports housing stability and access.75% confidence
Andrew R. Garbarino (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 14, 2026

SJRES 98: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.
Tim Kaine (D) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · 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
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