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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7391: Community Health Center Drug Pricing Protection Act

HR 7391, the Community Health Center Drug Pricing Protection Act, requires that Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) pay the discounted 340B ceiling price for covered drugs **at the time of purchase**, not later through rebates or adjustments. This directly affects FQHCs, which rely on 340B discounts to provide affordable care to low-income patients. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit manufacturers from entering agreements where FQHCs initially pay more than the ceiling price, with later reimbursement. It takes effect immediately upon enactment for all new drug purchases and applies to existing agreements starting then.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnsures FQHCs pay discounted 340B price upfront, preventing higher costs and protecting affordable care access for low-income patients.95% confidence
Jack Bergman (R) · 58 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7409: Defend Rural Health Act of 2026

HR 7409, the Defend Rural Health Act of 2026, prevents rural hospitals from being reclassified as urban Medicare facilities after October 1, 2029, unless they met specific criteria before October 1, 2026. The bill amends Medicare rules to block hospitals from retaining rural status beyond 2029, even if they applied for reclassification earlier. It also prohibits the Medicare Geographic Classification Review Board from approving new reclassification requests for hospitals already treated as rural under current rules for fiscal years starting after October 1, 2026. This directly affects rural hospitals that rely on higher Medicare payments tied to their geographic classification. The law aims to maintain stable funding for rural hospitals by restricting future reclassifications.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill prevents rural hospital reclassification to urban Medicare status, maintaining higher federal reimbursement rates and protecting existing healthcare funding streams from potential cuts.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents rural hospital reclassification to urban Medicare status, preserving funding access and healthcare services in underserved rural communities.95% confidence
David J. Taylor (R) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SJRES 102: A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.

SJRES 102 is a congressional resolution disapproving the District of Columbia Council's approval of the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 (D.C. Act A26-0217). This resolution, introduced by Senator Scott on January 27, 2026, aims to block the D.C. tax law from taking effect by invoking Congress's disapproval authority under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The bill directly affects D.C. residents and businesses subject to the income and franchise tax provisions in the disapproved law. If passed, it would prevent the D.C. tax code changes from becoming effective.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks D.C. tax law implementation, opposing proposed tax changes under District of Columbia Home Rule Act.95% confidence
Rick Scott (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HRES 1039: Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".

HRES 1039 is a symbolic resolution supporting National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day observed annually on February 7. It highlights that Black Americans account for disproportionate HIV impacts (e.g., 39% of new diagnoses despite representing 12% of the U.S. population) and urges state/local health agencies to promote HIV testing, reduce stigma, and prioritize minority-led HIV services. The resolution encourages alignment with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy and emphasizes culturally competent care, but does not create new funding or enforceable requirements. It serves as a non-binding endorsement of existing efforts to address racial disparities in HIV prevention and treatment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill urges state/local health agencies to promote HIV testing, reduce stigma, and prioritize minority-led services - directly advancing public health initiatives and culturally competent healthcare access per National HIV/AIDS Strategy.95% confidence
Maxine Waters (D) · 31 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 4, 2026

S 3774: SCAM Act

The SCAM Act requires online platforms that accept payment for advertisements to verify advertiser identities (including government ID and business documentation) and implement systems to detect and remove scam ads within 72 hours of reporting. It mandates platforms to conduct investigations, remove verified fraudulent ads within 24 hours, and maintain active impersonation detection programs. The law directly affects major social media and digital advertising platforms by imposing new verification and monitoring obligations to prevent deceptive ads targeting consumers. Enforcement falls to the Federal Trade Commission, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices under existing law.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires ad verification and scam removal to protect users from fraud, aligning with consumer protection regulations in digital advertising.90% confidence
Ruben Gallego (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7375: End Prison Gerrymandering Act

HR 7375, the End Prison Gerrymandering Act, changes how incarcerated individuals are counted in the U.S. Census starting with the 2030 census. It requires the Census Bureau to count people in prison at their last known residence before incarceration, rather than at the prison location. This directly affects incarcerated individuals and their home communities, ensuring these communities are accurately represented in congressional redistricting. States must then use this home address data when drawing congressional districts, preventing prison populations from artificially inflating representation in rural areas where prisons are often located.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnds prison gerrymandering by counting incarcerated people at home address, ensuring fairer representation for communities affected by incarceration, a key criminal justice reform.95% confidence
Deborah K. Ross (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7340: Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

The Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2026 authorizes $20 billion annually from 2027 to 2031 to improve public school facilities nationwide. The bill provides grants to states to fund school construction, renovation, and modernization projects that focus on safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility, with priority given to schools serving high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Funds cannot be used for routine maintenance, athletic facilities, or vehicles, and must meet specific environmental, safety, and energy efficiency standards. The bill also includes specific provisions for repairing school foundations affected by pyrrhotite, a mineral that causes concrete deterioration, and requires use of American-made materials for construction projects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $20B annual federal funding for public school facility improvements, increasing government spending on essential public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $20B annually (2027-2031) for public school facility upgrades, prioritizing safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility in schools serving low-income students.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly prioritizes energy efficiency in school facility projects, aligning with energy efficiency investments and infrastructure improvements.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill includes funding for energy efficiency improvements in school facilities, which indirectly supports environmental conservation and reduced energy consumption.65% confidence
Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D) · 98 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7352: PASTEUR Act of 2026

The PASTEUR Act of 2026 creates a new government contracting program to incentivize development of new antimicrobial drugs for treating drug-resistant infections. The Health and Human Services Secretary would award contracts to pharmaceutical sponsors meeting specific criteria on clinical benefits, innovation, and public health impact, with annual payments ranging from $75 million to $300 million (adjusted for inflation). Contract requirements include ensuring drug availability, tracking resistance data, promoting appropriate use, and maintaining supply chains. The bill also establishes antimicrobial stewardship programs for hospitals and outpatient facilities and improves surveillance of antimicrobial use and resistance. This legislation aims to address antibiotic resistance by creating financial incentives for new treatments and improving how antimicrobials are used and monitored.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds development of new antimicrobial drugs to combat resistant infections, advancing public health initiatives and improving treatment options.95% confidence
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7346: Drain ICE Act of 2026

HR 7346, the Drain ICE Act of 2026, repeals specific funding provisions (sections 90003 and 100052) from the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and cancels all unspent funds allocated under those sections. This bill directly affects ICE’s detention budget by removing existing financial authority for detention operations. It does not change immigration enforcement practices or directly impact individuals; it solely modifies budgetary allocations. The bill focuses on eliminating funding mechanisms, not on policy changes for migrants or enforcement. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences as specified.)
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds ICE detention budget by repealing specific funding provisions, directly reducing government spending on immigration enforcement operations.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill removes funding for ICE detention operations, which restricts law enforcement capacity and limits correctional infrastructure.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds ICE detention operations by repealing funding provisions, weakening enforcement (explicit defunding of immigration enforcement budget).90% confidence
Yassamin Ansari (D) · 56 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7335: Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act

HR 7335 establishes comprehensive humanitarian standards for individuals held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody. The bill requires facilities to provide immediate health screenings within 12 hours (6 hours for high-risk individuals like children, pregnant people, or those with medical conditions), ensure access to adequate water, sanitation, food (with 2,000+ calories daily for adults), and age-appropriate shelter. It mandates specific facility standards including separate housing for males and females, accessible accommodations for people with disabilities, daily outdoor access for those detained over 48 hours, and proper medical equipment and personnel on-site. The bill also requires regular inspections, staff training on humanitarian protocols, and public reporting of sexual abuse complaints. These standards directly affect all individuals detained by ICE or CBP, with special protections for vulnerable groups like children, pregnant people, and those with medical needs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates immediate health screenings, medical access, and nutrition standards for detained individuals, directly advancing healthcare access in custody settings.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates health screenings, nutrition, and shelter standards for ICE/CBP custody, directly protecting vulnerable immigrants' rights and conditions.95% confidence
Raul Ruiz (D) · 101 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7338: Railroad Safety and Accountability Act

The Railroad Safety and Accountability Act establishes a new Railroad Safety Advisory Committee within the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to advise on safety regulations. The committee, composed of representatives from rail carriers, labor groups, local governments, and other stakeholders, will develop safety recommendations through collaborative processes. The FRA Administrator must meet with the committee quarterly to discuss regulatory priorities and receive input, and the committee will submit an annual report to Congress. This bill aims to improve railroad safety rulemaking by incorporating diverse stakeholder perspectives into regulatory development.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill includes labor groups in Railroad Safety Advisory Committee to develop safety recommendations, directly involving workers in safety regulation processes per Labor & Employment workplace safety focus.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes Railroad Safety Advisory Committee to develop safety recommendations, directly enhancing transportation safety standards under FRA oversight.92% confidence
Emilia Strong Sykes (D)
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7265: Vote by Mail Tracking Act

HR 7265, the Vote by Mail Tracking Act, requires all government entities sending mail-in ballots for federal elections to use a standardized Postal Service barcode on ballot envelopes. This barcode enables tracking of each individual ballot, while also mandating specific envelope designs and machineability standards set by the Postal Service. The bill applies to all mail-in ballots for federal office elections starting in 2026, but excludes Federal write-in absentee ballots under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. The Postmaster General must provide compliance guidance to government entities by June each year to implement the tracking system.
Kweisi Mfume (D) · 33 co-sponsors
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