This bill creates a new funding stream for medium-sized cities with populations between 200,000 and 999,999 that operate public transit systems. It directs 1.5 percent of unallocated federal transit funds to these eligible areas based on how well their performance matches that of larger cities with over 1 million residents. To qualify, a city must meet or exceed the national average in at least one specific metric, such as passenger miles per vehicle or ridership per capita. The Department of Transportation will use existing data to calculate these rankings and distribute the money accordingly.
The Bereaved Parents Rights Act requires hospitals and birth centers to notify parents of miscarriages or stillbirths about their options for burial, cremation, or hospital disposal. This notification must occur within six hours of the event or the parent's discharge, using a standardized form provided by the government. If parents choose burial or cremation within 72 hours, the facility must follow the same state laws that apply to other fetal deaths. The bill also allows parents to sue in federal court if these notification requirements are not met.
The Patients Before Monopolies Act aims to break up large health care companies that currently own both insurance or pharmacy benefit management services and physical pharmacies. It directly affects major health care conglomerates by making it illegal for them to own pharmacies while also managing drug pricing or insurance, requiring them to sell off their pharmacy operations within one year. The bill empowers federal agencies like the FTC and the Department of Justice to enforce these rules, impose financial penalties for non-compliance, and block future mergers that would recreate these conflicts of interest.
The Officer Wellness and Peer Support Act of 2026 directs the Attorney General to submit a report on strategies for improving mental health support for law enforcement officers. This report, due within 270 days of enactment, will outline best practices for reducing mental health stigma, encouraging access to counseling and screening, and ensuring the confidentiality of these services. The requirement involves consulting with various law enforcement agencies, professional organizations, and mental health groups to gather input. Additionally, the bill defines "law enforcement officer" broadly to include police, corrections, probation, parole, and judicial officers. Ultimately, the legislation mandates the collection of information and recommendations rather than establishing new federal programs or funding.
This bill allows the United States to use Foreign Military Financing funds to pay for defense equipment and services sold directly by private companies to foreign countries. Currently, these funds are typically reserved for government-to-government sales, but this legislation expands eligibility to include direct commercial contracts. The Secretary of State must approve each arrangement in consultation with the Secretary of Defense to ensure it aligns with national security interests. Additionally, the bill requires new regulations within 180 days to oversee audits, reporting, and compliance for these commercial transactions. This expansion operates alongside the existing Foreign Military Sales program without replacing it.
This bill designates the U.S. Chancery building in Pristina, Kosovo, as the "Eliot L. Engel Building" to honor a specific individual. It requires all future legal documents, maps, and official records to use this new name instead of the current designation. The change is purely symbolic and does not alter the building's function or the operations of the U.S. government in Kosovo.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization, asserting Congress's constitutional war-declaring power. The measure applies only to ongoing military engagements within or against Iran and does not restrict defensive actions against attacks on the United States or its personnel. It permits continued intelligence gathering and defensive support for partner nations attacked by Iran since late February 2026, while requiring a formal declaration of war or specific statutory authorization for any future offensive military operations.
This House resolution condemns the ongoing civil war in Sudan and calls for an end to external support provided to the warring parties, the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. It urges the Trump Administration to stop supplying weapons or other assistance to these groups and to negotiate a peaceful settlement that restores democratic governance. The bill also highlights the severe humanitarian crisis affecting millions of people and demands that aid workers be granted safe, unrestricted access to deliver essential supplies. Additionally, it calls on the international community to support post-conflict reconstruction and establish a justice mechanism to hold perpetrators of war crimes accountable.
This joint resolution seeks to disapprove a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection rule that would remove consumer protections for home sales financed under contracts for deed. If enacted, the bill would prevent the withdrawal of the existing Truth in Lending regulations that currently apply to these types of home financing arrangements. The measure directly affects the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection and homeowners who rely on contracts for deed as a way to purchase property. By blocking the rule change, Congress would maintain the current regulatory framework governing these consumer financial transactions.
This bill authorizes the President to provide International Military Education and Training assistance to Greece to strengthen defense cooperation between the two nations. The program will fund training for future military leaders, improve understanding between the U.S. and Greek armed forces, and enhance their ability to work together in joint operations. It allocates $1.8 million annually for each of the fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support these educational and partnership initiatives. The legislation also emphasizes professional military education, civilian oversight of the military, and human rights protections within Greece's armed forces.
HRES 64 is a non-binding House resolution affirming the U.S.-South Korea alliance. It highlights historical ties (dating to 1882), economic partnerships (including 2023 trade data), and security cooperation (like the 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty), while celebrating Korean American contributions to U.S. society. The resolution formally supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations and notes the 2025 anniversary of Korean liberation. It does not create new laws or funding, but serves as a symbolic statement of congressional support for the alliance.
The FLEX Act amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to increase funding for high-quality charter schools. It raises required funding reserves for program expansion (from 12.5% to 15% and 22.5% to 25%) and mandates at least 30% of funds be reserved for charter school facilities, national activities, and program support. The bill explicitly allows funding for "addition or expansion of programs" at existing charter schools (e.g., new academic programs or personalized learning) and permits single-sex educational services. It also clarifies that funds can cover facility operations, renovations, and student transportation needs. This directly affects charter schools, state education entities administering grants, and charter management organizations receiving federal support.
