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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 4022: Disaster Recovery Improvement Act

This bill establishes a temporary interagency task force to study how to speed up disaster relief funding from the federal government. The task force would include senior officials from multiple federal agencies, four state governors, and four county commissioners who have experienced various types of major disasters in recent years. Its main job is to review current disaster recovery programs, identify delays in funding delivery, and make recommendations to improve how quickly money reaches affected communities. The task force must submit detailed reports to Congress within one year and again within 180 days after that, then it will end 90 days after the final report is submitted.
Ted Budd (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 4011: Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill reauthorizes the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act of 1998, which provides funding to protect tropical forests and coral reefs around the world. It directly affects the U.S. government agencies responsible for implementing conservation programs, primarily through the Department of State. The key provision allocates $20 million annually for fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to support ongoing conservation efforts. This legislation extends existing funding authority without changing the underlying conservation goals or program structure.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $20M annually for conservation programs, directly funding government agencies and supporting essential environmental protection efforts.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill reauthorizes and funds tropical forest and coral reef conservation efforts, directly protecting natural resources and ecosystems.95% confidence
Christopher A. Coons (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7832: America’s Living Library Act

The America's Living Library Act establishes a 10-year pilot program within the Department of the Interior to collect and sequence the whole genomes of plants, animals, fungi, and microbes found in up to 25 National Park System units. This program aims to create a publicly available genomic database for scientific research and to store physical samples long-term at the Smithsonian Institution and Department of Agriculture. The bill mandates interagency coordination, Tribal consultation, and includes provisions for expedited data access for U.S.-based artificial intelligence development, while strictly prohibiting the transfer or export of physical samples outside the United States. Significant funding is authorized for these activities from fiscal years 2027 to 2031, directly affecting federal agencies involved in conservation, research, and data management.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes genomic database for plants, animals, fungi, and microbes in National Parks, supporting biodiversity research and conservation efforts.85% confidence
Ro Khanna (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7816: Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act of 2026, reforms the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and adds protections for data brokers to limit how law enforcement and intelligence agencies can access personal information. The legislation prohibits warrantless queries of communications belonging to U.S. persons, requires court orders before accessing certain data from third-party providers, and mandates greater transparency in surveillance directives. It also expands the role of independent advocates in surveillance court proceedings and restricts the use of illegally obtained data from data brokers in legal proceedings.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts warrantless surveillance and requires court orders for data access, enhancing privacy protections and police accountability within criminal justice framework.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy protections and limits warrantless surveillance of U.S. persons, directly supporting digital rights and privacy.95% confidence
Andy Biggs (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7855: GAAME Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Guarantee Access to Arts and Music Education Act of 2026, amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to expand federal funding for arts and music programs in public schools. It directly affects school districts and educators by allowing Title I funds to support sequential, standards-based instruction in dance, media arts, theater, visual arts, and music. The legislation requires these programs to be taught by certified educators and aligns them with state academic standards to ensure quality instruction. Additionally, the bill allows targeted assistance schools to use federal funds for supplies, professional development, and equipment needed for arts and music education.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands federal funding for arts and music programs in public schools, directly strengthening educational access and enhancing student programs through Title I funds.95% confidence
Nydia M. Velázquez (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7853: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026

This bill, the PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026, requires most health insurance plans to cover HIV prevention medication without charging patients any out-of-pocket costs. It directly affects people with private insurance, government health programs like Medicare and Medicaid, military health care, and the Indian Health Service. The law mandates that insurance companies cannot require pre-approval for these medications, cannot charge deductibles or copayments for them, and cannot deny or charge higher premiums for life, disability, or long-term care insurance based on someone taking HIV prevention medication. The bill also creates a new public education campaign to increase awareness about HIV prevention options and provides federal funding to states and community organizations to expand access to these services.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for HIV prevention medication without out-of-pocket costs, directly expanding access and protecting patient rights.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates coverage for HIV prevention medication including military health care, directly benefiting veterans' healthcare access75% confidence
Mark Takano (D) · 173 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7830: WELLS Act

This bill requires hospitals receiving Medicare funding to create discharge plans for pregnant patients who are expected to leave the hospital before delivery, ensuring they have safe transportation and access to backup care if needed. The discharge plans must include clinical justification for early discharge, assessment of travel logistics, identification of alternative delivery facilities, and confirmation that patients understand the information in their primary language. Additionally, the bill expands rural maternal health training grants to include racial bias training, establishes performance milestones for grant recipients, and creates a new initiative to evaluate different training models for healthcare professionals. The legislation also mandates the development of a public dashboard tracking maternal health outcomes and federal investments in maternal health research.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens patient safety by requiring hospitals to create discharge plans for pregnant individuals, ensuring access to backup care and safe transportation.90% confidence
Robin L. Kelly (D) · 31 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7817: No Federal Tax Dollars for Illegal Aliens Health Insurance Act of 2026

This bill, titled the No Federal Tax Dollars for Illegal Aliens Health Insurance Act of 2026, amends the Affordable Care Act to restrict the use of federal taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage. It directly affects states that receive funding under the ACA and individuals seeking health insurance coverage through federal programs. The key provision prohibits states from using pass-through funding to pay for health insurance or related benefits for individuals who are not U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawfully present aliens. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to rescind any existing waivers that would have allowed such funding for unauthorized individuals had the new restrictions been in place at the time of approval.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts federal taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage, limiting government spending and reducing available budget allocations for ACA programs.92% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts federal funding for health insurance coverage for non-citizens, limiting access to healthcare services under the ACA.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts federal taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage for unauthorized immigrants, limiting their access to services.95% confidence
Lauren Boebert (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7828: Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026

This bill, the Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026, updates eligibility rules and benefit amounts for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, which provides financial assistance to low-income elderly, blind, and disabled individuals. Key changes include raising income and resource limits to help more people qualify, adjusting benefit calculations to better reflect poverty guidelines, and extending the program to U.S. territories like Puerto Rico and Guam. The legislation also removes certain financial penalties, excludes retirement accounts and tribal welfare payments from eligibility calculations, and clarifies how state tax credits are treated when determining income.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases SSI eligibility and benefits for low-income individuals, effectively expanding government assistance funding for vulnerable populations.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands SSI eligibility and benefits for low-income disabled/elderly individuals, indirectly supporting healthcare access by increasing financial resources for medical needs.75% confidence
Adelita S. Grijalva (D) · 34 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7856: Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026

HR 7856, the Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026, amends the Fair Housing Act to explicitly prohibit housing discrimination based on being a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, or severe trafficking in persons. It adds "survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, or severe trafficking" as a protected class in the law, alongside existing categories like race or national origin. This means landlords, housing providers, and programs cannot deny housing, evict, or otherwise discriminate against individuals due to their status as a survivor. The bill directly affects survivors who face housing barriers, including those with protective orders, shelter histories, or past evictions linked to abuse.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdds 'survivor of domestic violence' as protected class under Fair Housing Act, explicitly prohibiting housing discrimination and strengthening tenant protections.90% confidence
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) · 47 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7826: HBCU AI Research Leadership Act

This bill, known as the HBCU AI Research Leadership Act, directs the Department of Energy to set aside at least 10% of its funding for national artificial intelligence research institutes specifically for historically Black colleges and universities. The legislation amends the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 to ensure these institutions can receive financial assistance to establish and support AI research programs, either individually or through partnerships with other educational institutions. By adding a formal definition for historically Black colleges and universities, the bill clarifies which schools qualify for this designated funding allocation. The measure aims to increase participation and capacity in AI research within HBCUs without changing the overall funding structure of the national AI initiative.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates 10% of AI research funding to HBCUs, strengthening educational access and research opportunities for historically Black colleges and universities.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates 10% of AI research funding to HBCUs, promoting digital equity and expanding AI research capacity in historically underserved institutions.95% confidence
Valerie P. Foushee (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7849: Farm Equipment Safety Act

This bill, known as the Farm Equipment Safety Act, would remove certain agricultural machinery from federal emission standards under the Clean Air Act. It directly affects farmers and manufacturers of nonroad engines and vehicles used for farming purposes. The key provision adds a specific exemption to Section 213 of the Clean Air Act, allowing agricultural equipment to operate without meeting the emission limits that apply to other nonroad vehicles. The legislation does not change existing rules for other types of engines or vehicles, nor does it alter the overall structure of the Clean Air Act.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill exempts agricultural equipment from Clean Air Act emission standards, weakening environmental regulations and allowing higher emissions from nonroad engines.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill exempts agricultural equipment from Clean Air Act emission standards, weakening environmental protections and allowing increased pollution from farm machinery.95% confidence
Victoria Spartz (R) · 2 co-sponsors
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