This bill would require infant formula manufacturers to conduct standardized testing for specific pathogens and microorganisms in both their facilities and finished products. It mandates that companies report positive test results to the FDA within one business day and retain records of these findings for inspections. The legislation also requires the FDA to notify congressional committees within one business day of receiving positive test results or issuing certain inspection classifications. Additionally, the bill establishes clear inspection standards that apply to all infant formula products regardless of where they are made.
This bill makes AmeriCorps educational awards tax-free for recipients. It amends the Internal Revenue Code to exclude these awards - provided under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 - from taxable income, meaning AmeriCorps members won’t pay federal income tax on the education benefits they earn. The key change adds these awards to the list of tax-exempt educational benefits under IRS Code sections 117(c)(2) and 108(f). The policy directly affects AmeriCorps members who receive educational awards for their service, removing a tax burden on their earned benefits. The tax exclusion applies to awards received after the bill’s enactment date.
This bill, known as the Care Over Profits Act of 2026, aims to reform health insurance regulations by increasing the minimum medical loss ratio requirement and strengthening penalties for fraudulent enrollment practices. It directly affects health insurance companies offering plans in small group and individual markets, as well as agents and brokers who help people enroll in qualified health plans through health insurance exchanges. The bill raises the medical loss ratio requirement from 80% to 85% starting in 2026, meaning insurers must spend at least 85 cents of every premium dollar on medical care rather than administrative costs or profits. Additionally, it introduces new civil and criminal penalties for agents and brokers who negligently or knowingly provide false information during enrollment applications, with fines ranging from $10,000 to $200,000 per affected individual and potential imprisonment of up to 10 years for willful violations.
This bill establishes a federal grant program to help States, Indian Tribes, and Tribal organizations provide services to people struggling with gambling addiction. The program would fund prevention efforts, screening, treatment, and support services including training for healthcare providers, public awareness campaigns, and access to help lines and peer support groups. Grants would be awarded competitively, with priority given to programs serving vulnerable populations such as Native Americans, veterans, youth, and those in rural or underserved areas. Funding would come from a portion of the federal excise tax on gambling, with amounts adjusted annually for inflation.
This bill allows public housing projects that have already received approval for their housing plans to keep that approval when they convert to the Rental Assistance Demonstration program. It directly affects public housing authorities managing projects under this federal housing initiative. The key provision ensures that existing plan approvals remain valid after conversion, while requiring projects to continue following any original terms and conditions and complete the same certification process they initially underwent. This measure aims to streamline the conversion process by eliminating the need to re-approve housing plans that were already cleared.
This bill, titled the Healthcare is Human Act of 2026, creates a tax credit for licensed health care professionals who work in qualifying facilities, including Veterans Affairs medical facilities and those located in health professional shortage areas. The credit amount varies based on the number of hours worked each month, ranging from $300 to $500 per month depending on whether the professional works between 80-120, 120-160, or more than 160 hours of qualifying health care services. To receive the credit, professionals must work at least 80 hours in at least 8 months during the tax year, and their modified adjusted gross income must not exceed $200,000 for single filers or $400,000 for joint filers. The credit is available for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, and expires after December 31, 2030, with a requirement for a Government Accountability Office study to evaluate its impact on health care retention and access.
This bill creates the Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program within the Department of Homeland Security to provide financial reimbursement to state, local, Tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies for costs related to protecting designated non-governmental properties of high-profile individuals. The program allows agencies to receive grants specifically for man-hours spent on protection duties and equipment purchases directly tied to securing these properties, with funds only usable when protected persons are physically present or traveling to and from the locations. To ensure accountability, the bill requires annual audits by the Department's Inspector General and mandates detailed reports on grant amounts, usage, and equipment acquisitions submitted to congressional committees. The legislation authorizes $61 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to fund these reimbursement activities.
This bill, titled the Disaster Aid Without Delay Act of 2026, would prevent the Secretary of Homeland Security from using policies that set fixed dollar limits on how quickly disaster relief money can be spent. It directly affects the Federal Emergency Management Agency by stopping it from requiring additional approvals or delaying payments when spending reaches certain arbitrary amounts. The law defines monetary thresholds as any fixed dollar requirement that conditions or delays fund disbursement, ensuring disaster assistance can be released without artificial spending caps.
This bill directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from hostilities against Iran that lack congressional authorization, specifically referencing the February 2026 "Operation Epic Fury" as an example of unauthorized action. It requires the removal unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific authorization for military force against Iran. The resolution clarifies it does not prevent defensive actions against attacks on U.S. personnel, intelligence sharing with allies attacked by Iran, or providing defensive aid to partners. It is based on constitutional authority (Article I, Section 8) and the War Powers Resolution, aiming to ensure military deployments comply with congressional oversight.
SJRES 117 is a joint resolution requiring the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that lack congressional authorization. It directs the President to withdraw military forces from Iran unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific authorization for military action. The resolution includes exceptions allowing defense against attacks, intelligence sharing, assistance to allies like Israel, and evacuating U.S. citizens. This bill directly affects military operations in Iran and the executive branch's authority to conduct such operations without explicit congressional approval.
This resolution (HRES 1108) expresses the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating March 2026 as "Music in Our Schools Month." It recognizes music's historical role in U.S. education, its cultural importance, and the current inequities in access to music programs - particularly in schools serving urban, rural, low-income, and majority Black, Hispanic, or Native American communities. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funds; it is a symbolic gesture urging greater support for music education in public schools. It highlights research linking music participation to improved student engagement, cognitive development, and social skills.
HRES 1109 is a symbolic resolution supporting National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, observed annually on March 10. It recognizes the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls in the U.S., particularly women of color who face higher infection rates and barriers to care. The resolution calls for increased investment in prevention, treatment, and education programs to reduce new infections and address health disparities, while emphasizing the need for culturally responsive services and comprehensive sexual health education. It does not create new laws or funding but expresses congressional support for ongoing efforts to end the HIV epidemic among women and girls.
