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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8505: Veterinary Education Equity Act

The Veterinary Education Equity Act amends the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act to include 1890 Institutions in a veterinary services grant program. Under this change, the Secretary of Agriculture must give higher priority to grant projects submitted by these historically Black colleges and universities. The bill directly affects 1890 Institutions by increasing their chances of receiving federal funding for veterinary education and research initiatives.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands federal funding access for veterinary education at historically Black colleges, strengthening educational equity.90% confidence
Shomari Figures (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8504: Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026

The Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 creates a new program to provide loans and loan guarantees to struggling health facilities in rural areas to prevent them from closing or cutting essential services. This assistance is available to various types of rural hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health centers that demonstrate financial distress through metrics like low operating margins or insufficient cash reserves. The funds can be used for facility repairs, covering operational costs such as payroll and supplies, paying down debt, or bridging gaps in insurance reimbursements. Additionally, the program prioritizes support for sole community providers and areas with high poverty rates, and requires the Secretary of Agriculture to report on the program's outcomes to Congress within 18 months.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides loans and guarantees to prevent rural facility closures, directly strengthening healthcare access and funding.95% confidence
Shomari Figures (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8503: Save SNAP Act of 2026

The Save SNAP Act of 2026 modifies how federal funding is allocated to states for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It creates a hardship exception that allows the federal government to cover the full cost of food benefits for any state that cannot pay its required share due to financial difficulties. This change ensures that states facing unexpected budget shortfalls will not be forced to reduce or delay SNAP benefits for their residents. The new provisions take effect on October 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures federal funding for SNAP benefits during state budget shortfalls, preventing benefit reductions and protecting essential nutrition assistance.95% confidence
Shomari Figures (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8497: Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act

The Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel production through 2029. It prevents taxpayers from receiving both the production credit and the fuel use credit for the same fuel, ensuring only one benefit is claimed. These changes apply to fuel sold or used after the bill becomes law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends tax credits for renewable fuel production, providing economic incentives and fiscal support for energy development.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel, directly advancing renewable energy production and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel, promoting clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.90% confidence
Mike Carey (R) · 17 co-sponsors
introduced · Ohio · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4378: Protecting American Taxpayers Act

The Protecting American Taxpayers Act aims to reduce government waste and fraud by requiring stricter oversight of federal programs and extending legal deadlines for prosecuting pandemic-related violations. It mandates that child care payments be based on recorded attendance rather than enrollment alone and requires agencies to report when health care spending or provider numbers spike by more than 100 percent in specific areas. The bill also prohibits small businesses from receiving federal loans or grants if an owner or key employee has been convicted of financial misconduct, while simultaneously banning foreign entities controlled by agents from certain listed countries from receiving U.S. financial assistance. Additionally, the legislation seeks to increase transparency by requiring agencies to publicly report on improper payments and other transaction agreements, and it expands whistleblower protections for employees of defense and non-defense contractors who report waste or misconduct.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by reducing fraud, waste, and improper payments, directly strengthening budget integrity.85% confidence
Joni Ernst (R) · 21 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 4690: Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act

HR 4690, the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act, repeals specific energy efficiency standards for federal buildings. It directly affects federal agencies and buildings subject to the repealed standards under Section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)). The bill removes these standards from federal law, stating they "shall have no force or effect," and updates related provisions in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to eliminate references to the repealed standards. This is a procedural repeal focused solely on removing existing requirements, not creating new infrastructure or policy.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals energy efficiency standards for federal buildings, directly weakening conservation requirements under existing law.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill repeals energy efficiency standards for federal buildings, directly removing environmental protections that reduce energy use and emissions per the Energy Conservation Act.95% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 24, 2026

HR 8495: Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2027

Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2027 This bill provides FY2027 appropriations for several federal departments and agencies, including the Department of the Treasury, the Executive Office of the President, the judiciary, the District of Columbia, and several independent agencies. The independent agencies funded in the bill include the Administrative Conference of the United States, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, the Election Assistance Commission, the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Office of the Inspector General, the Federal Election Commission, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, the Federal Trade Commission, the General Services Administration, the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, the National Archives and Records Administration, the National Credit Union Administration, the Office of Government Ethics, the Office of Personnel Management, the Office of Special Counsel, the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, the Public Buildings Reform Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Selective Service System, the Small Business Administration, the U.S. Postal Service, and the U.S. Tax Court. The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides FY2027 appropriations for federal departments and agencies, directly funding government operations and services.95% confidence
David P. Joyce (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1211: Expunging the December 18, 2019, and January 13, 2021, Impeachments of President Donald Trump.

This House Resolution proposes to formally "expunge" the two impeachments of President Donald Trump that passed the House of Representatives on December 18, 2019, and January 13, 2021. If passed, the resolution specifies that these impeachments would be treated "as if such Articles had never passed the full House of Representatives." This action directly affects President Trump by aiming to remove these impeachment proceedings from his official record and would alter the historical legislative record of the House. The resolution's text outlines several reasons for this action, including claims of wrongful accusations, lack of due process, and political bias in the original impeachment proceedings.
Darrell Issa (R) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1209: Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more, broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.

This resolution designates April as "Community College Month" to recognize the significance of community colleges across the United States. It celebrates over 1,000 institutions for their role in providing accessible higher education and workforce training, and for contributing to the nation's economic prosperity.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates Community College Month to recognize and celebrate community colleges for providing accessible higher education and workforce training, supporting educational access and economic prosperity.85% confidence
Joe Courtney (D) · 42 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8477: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reverse certain energy-related modifications enacted by Public Law 119-21.

This bill proposes to reverse several tax incentives for energy efficiency and clean energy that were previously extended by a 2024 law. It would end the tax deduction for energy-efficient commercial buildings, shorten the expiration date for the energy-efficient home credit, and delay the deadline for constructing clean hydrogen facilities. Additionally, the legislation would remove limits on the amount of credits available for clean electricity production and change how the phase-out of these credits is triggered. These changes directly affect property owners, builders, and businesses that currently rely on these specific tax breaks to fund green projects.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reverses energy tax incentives and limits credits, weakening fiscal support for clean energy and efficiency programs.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill reverses tax incentives for energy efficiency and clean energy, weakening support for renewable infrastructure and efficiency.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill reverses tax incentives for clean energy and energy efficiency, weakening environmental protections and limiting clean energy development.95% confidence
Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026

The Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 establishes a new federal "Neighborhood Tree Fund" to provide financial assistance for planting and maintaining urban trees. This fund will support states, Indian Tribes, and local governments or community groups in increasing tree canopy and improving urban forest health. The bill prioritizes projects in low-income areas, historically disadvantaged communities, and neighborhoods with less tree cover and higher summer temperatures to address environmental inequities. It authorizes substantial funding, starting at $100 million in fiscal year 2025, and also adjusts an existing advisory council's membership to include representatives from smaller and low-income communities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal fund to provide financial assistance for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly increasing government spending on environmental programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes federal funding for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly supporting environmental protection, conservation, and addressing climate-related heat in disadvantaged communities.95% confidence
Shontel M. Brown (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8465: Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act

The "Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act" proposes to increase authorized funding for specific programs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This bill sets new appropriation levels for Part C of IDEA, which provides early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. It also increases authorized funding for Section 619 of IDEA, which supports preschool special education for children aged three to five. These funding authorizations are scheduled for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, directly affecting children with disabilities and the state and local agencies that provide these services.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases authorized funding for early childhood education programs under IDEA, directly supporting government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases authorized funding for early childhood special education programs under IDEA, expanding access to educational services for infants, toddlers, and preschool children with disabilities.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for early childhood disability services and preschool special education, expanding healthcare access for vulnerable populations.75% confidence
Mark DeSaulnier (D) · 26 co-sponsors
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