This bill amends the Truman Scholarship Act to reform governance and eligibility for the Harry S Truman Scholarship. It changes the composition of the scholarship foundation's Board of Trustees to include members appointed by congressional leaders and limits political party representation among appointees. The bill establishes new eligibility requirements for students, including citizenship status, academic criteria, and community service standards, while creating procedures for selecting scholarship recipients. It also adds termination conditions for recipients who violate conduct standards, fail to meet reporting requirements, or are convicted of felonies. The changes apply only to scholarships awarded after the bill's enactment date, with existing scholarships remaining unaffected.
The Tax Exempt Hospital Transparency Act requires large and high-revenue nonprofit hospitals to submit detailed annual reports to the IRS regarding their financial assistance, community health initiatives, and operational spending. Specifically, these organizations must disclose how they address identified community health needs, the value of financial aid provided, and the numbers of applications granted or denied. The bill also mandates that larger hospitals break down their spending on quality improvement, nonclinical programs, and specific health service lines, while high-revenue facilities must report advertising costs and data related to the 340B drug discount program. These reporting requirements are designed to increase transparency for taxpayers and the public by providing concrete data on how tax-exempt hospitals use their resources and serve their communities.
This resolution formally congratulates the Carolina Hurricanes on winning the 2026 Stanley Cup, marking the franchise's first championship in two decades. The bill recognizes the team's historic playoff run, their economic impact on Raleigh, North Carolina, and their community contributions to veterans and disaster relief efforts. It also honors specific individuals, including Captain Jordan Staal and Head Coach Rod Brind'Amour, for their leadership and achievements during the season. Ultimately, the House directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the team's owner, general manager, and head coach while acknowledging North Carolina as a hockey state.
HRES 1405 is a non-binding resolution that encourages the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The document acknowledges the historical significance of events like the Stonewall Inn uprising and highlights the ongoing struggle for equality faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual individuals. It includes a detailed list of historical milestones and legislative achievements related to LGBTQIA+ rights to provide context for the celebration. Because this measure is a resolution of recognition rather than a law, it does not create new legal obligations or change federal policy.
The Preserving Our Constitution Act of 2026 prohibits federal courts and government agencies from recognizing or enforcing foreign laws, religious codes, or customs that conflict with the U.S. Constitution. Specifically, it bars the application of rules that discriminate based on race, religion, or gender; restrict freedom of speech or religion; permit forced or underage marriages; or allow cruel punishments and human sacrifice. The bill also prevents U.S. courts from enforcing contracts that choose to apply such incompatible foreign laws or from honoring judgments made by foreign tribunals using those laws. While the legislation establishes these strict prohibitions, it does not create a new private right for individuals to sue for damages if the rules are violated.
The Community Housing Act of 2026 aims to increase the supply and affordability of housing by directing significant new federal funding to programs like the Housing Trust Fund and the Capital Magnet Fund. It establishes a new Office of Community Land Use and Zoning within HUD to help states and localities reform restrictive zoning laws that limit housing development. The bill also expands financial support for rural areas, creates a new fund to promote shared equity and community land trusts, and removes a legal cap on the number of public housing units agencies can manage. Additionally, it provides grants to protect tenants from eviction and authorizes low-cost financing options for affordable housing projects.
The Boat Loan Interest Deduction Act of 2026 expands the tax deduction for interest paid on consumer loans to include recreational motorboats, alongside existing vehicles like cars and trucks. This change allows taxpayers who take out loans for boats assembled in the United States to deduct the interest they pay on their federal income tax returns, provided the boat is used primarily for recreation. The law applies to debts incurred after December 31, 2025, and requires taxpayers to report the boat's hull identification number on their tax filings.
The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program by transferring administrative authority to the Department of Homeland Security and introducing a unified online platform to streamline applications for employers and workers. Key provisions include establishing new housing standards with mandatory inspections, creating a system for staggered worker entry and exit, and allowing workers to transfer between employers without losing their status. The bill also defines specific job classifications for wage calculations, expands the scope of covered agricultural activities, and provides legal protections for employers who document the employment of workers seeking visa status. Additionally, it requires agencies to develop a heat illness prevention plan and allows for contract termination due to natural disasters.
The VHA OPEN Policies Act of 2026 requires the Veterans Health Administration to publish all its national policies, such as directives and handbooks, on a public website within 90 days of enactment. This rule also mandates that any new or revised policies be added to the site within 30 days of their creation. The legislation directly affects the VA's health administration by making internal guidance accessible to the public and ensuring consistent, up-to-date information is available online.
This bill, known as the Foreign Medical Program Integrity and Improvement Act, aims to strengthen oversight and payment rules for medical care provided to veterans outside the United States. It establishes that payments to foreign providers will generally be capped at the lower of the amount billed or the rate paid under Medicare, while allowing exceptions for emergency situations to ensure veterans receive necessary care. To prevent fraud, the legislation requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to refer suspicious claims to an inspector, maintain a public list of fraudulent providers, and designate a coordinator to manage these efforts. Additionally, the bill authorizes the department to hire third-party administrators to manage claims and mandates the use of new information technology systems within one year to improve the administration of these services.
The LIFT the BAR Act aims to restore access to federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens by repealing several restrictions imposed by the 1996 welfare reform law and a 2024 reconciliation bill. Specifically, it would allow eligible noncitizens to receive SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, CHIP, and child nutrition programs, while also updating legal terminology to refer to "noncitizens" rather than "aliens" in relevant statutes. The legislation includes provisions to ensure these individuals can qualify for premium tax credits and would require federal agencies to issue implementation guidance within 180 days of enactment.
This concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw all U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Lebanon within seven days of the bill's adoption. It uses the War Powers Resolution to mandate this withdrawal while explicitly allowing continued security cooperation with Lebanese forces and the protection of diplomatic facilities. The measure clarifies that it does not authorize the use of military force, serving as a specific instruction to end active combat operations in the region.
