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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9357: Paraquat Prevention Act

The Paraquat Prevention Act directs the Environmental Protection Agency to immediately cancel the registration of paraquat, a pesticide used in agriculture, and to revoke any existing safety limits for its residues in food. This legislation also prohibits the sale and use of any remaining paraquat stocks already on the market and bars the EPA from re-registering the chemical in the future. By removing paraquat from legal use, the bill directly impacts farmers who currently rely on it and consumers concerned about pesticide exposure in their food supply.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates cancellation of a toxic pesticide to protect public health and reduce environmental pollution.95% confidence
Anna Paulina Luna (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9282: Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act

This bill, titled the Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to make specific federal recreational lands and waters free of admission fees on designated dates throughout the year. The key provision mandates that these free access days include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the first day of National Park Week, Juneteenth, Great American Outdoors Day, National Public Lands Day, and Veterans Day. Additionally, the legislation grants the Secretary the authority to establish extra fee-free days beyond those listed. These changes directly affect visitors to national parks and other federal recreational areas by providing them with guaranteed free entry on these holidays and observances.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes public access to national parks and public lands, fostering conservation awareness and stewardship of natural resources.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill includes Veterans Day as a fee-free access day for national parks, recognizing veteran service and providing public benefit.75% confidence
Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9217: Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026

The Natural Climate Solutions Research and Extension Act of 2026 directs federal funding toward agricultural research and extension programs focused on natural climate solutions. This legislation specifically targets practices in farmlands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests that store carbon or lower greenhouse gas emissions. The bill requires these initiatives to incorporate traditional ecological knowledge, support biodiversity, and reduce water runoff. By amending an existing farm bill, the act aims to expand grant opportunities for land management strategies that address climate change.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs federal funding to natural climate solutions that store carbon and lower greenhouse gas emissions, advancing clean energy goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs federal funding to research and extension programs for natural climate solutions, carbon storage, and emission reduction in agricultural lands.95% confidence
Andrew R. Garbarino (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 5775: FCRA Liability Harmonization Act

This bill sets clear limits on class action lawsuits against credit reporting companies for violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). For intentional failures to follow FCRA rules, it caps individual damages at $100,000 or 40% of total damages, and total class recovery at $500,000 or 1% of the company’s net worth. For negligent failures, it similarly limits total class recovery to $500,000, 1% of net worth, or 40% of actual damages. These changes directly affect credit bureaus (like Equifax or TransUnion) and creditors handling consumer credit data, preventing excessive damages in class actions. The bill harmonizes existing liability rules by adding specific, predictable financial limits to court awards.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill limits class action damages against credit bureaus for FCRA violations, reducing legal accountability for data handling and weakening privacy protections.85% confidence
Barry Loudermilk (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 4398: Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act

HR 4398, the Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act, requires Veterans Affairs (VA) physicians or nurse practitioners to certify the death of a veteran who dies of natural causes within 48 hours of learning of the death. This directly affects veterans' families, who previously faced delays of up to eight weeks in burial and access to survivor benefits due to slow death certifications. The bill mandates annual reports to Congress on VA compliance with the 48-hour rule, including statistics on delays and their causes. The key change is establishing a strict timeline for death certification to prevent unnecessary delays in honoring veterans' final arrangements.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves veteran care by ensuring timely death certification, reducing delays in burial and benefits access, and enhancing VA physician accountability.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransReduces 8-week burial delays to 48 hours, ensuring timely access to survivor benefits and burial services for veterans' families.95% confidence
Tom Emmer (R) · 157 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HRES 1397: Expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2026, as "Community is Stronger than Cancer Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating June 28, 2026, as "Community is Stronger than Cancer Day" to honor the millions of Americans affected by cancer. The bill encourages the public to foster compassionate communities and provide support to patients, survivors, caregivers, and their loved ones. It aims to celebrate the connection and hope found within these communities rather than implementing new laws or funding.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HRES 1396: Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. It aims to raise public awareness about post-traumatic stress among military members and veterans, reduce associated stigma, and encourage better access to treatment. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of congressional intent to highlight the importance of addressing mental health challenges related to military service.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness and encourages access to treatment for PTSD, aligning with healthcare support indicators.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates awareness month to reduce PTSD stigma and encourage treatment access for veterans.90% confidence
Scott H. Peters (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9514: Homeownership Eligibility Reform Act

The Homeownership Eligibility Reform Act restricts access to government-backed and private mortgage insurance for single-family homes to individuals who are U.S. citizens. Specifically, the bill amends laws governing the Federal Housing Administration, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac to require that borrowers for one-to-four-unit properties must be citizens to qualify for their mortgage products. This change directly affects foreign nationals and non-citizen residents who currently might purchase homes with these types of financing, effectively limiting their eligibility for these specific mortgage programs.
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts mortgage access for non-citizens, limiting housing opportunities and reducing affordable housing availability for foreign nationals.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts mortgage access for non-citizens, limiting immigrant access to housing services.95% confidence
Brandon Gill (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9511: NFIP Premium Transparency Act

This bill, known as the NFIP Premium Transparency Act, requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency to provide homeowners with flood insurance policies with more detailed information about their premiums and risk factors. Under the new rules, insurance declaration pages will list current rates, explain any discounts, show claim history, and estimate how long it will take for premiums to reach full-risk levels. Additionally, the agency must create an online tool that allows the public and property owners to view specific rating factors, such as elevation and building type, and to simulate how changes like mitigation projects might lower future costs. The legislation also mandates annual reports on flood insurance rates by region and asks an independent government official to study ways to further improve the transparency and functionality of these insurance tools.
Cleo Fields (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9509: Kidney Disease Education Access Expansion Act of 2026

The Kidney Disease Education Access Expansion Act of 2026 expands Medicare coverage to include kidney disease education services for individuals with hypertension, diabetes, or any stage of chronic kidney disease, rather than limiting them to those with advanced disease. This bill broadens the range of eligible providers to include community health workers and clinical social workers, allows these services to be delivered in group settings or with caregivers present, and adds new topics such as transition assistance for transplant recipients. Starting in 2027, the law also requires private health insurance plans to cover these education services and establishes a working group to develop methods for measuring the effectiveness of the program.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicare coverage and broadens eligible providers for kidney disease education, improving patient access to care.95% confidence
Suzan K. DelBene (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9508: Pacific Islands Liaison Initiative Act

The Pacific Islands Liaison Initiative Act creates a new program within the Department of Homeland Security to strengthen law enforcement ties with Pacific Island nations. This initiative will deploy U.S. personnel to Honolulu and Guam to conduct joint operations, provide training, and share resources to help local countries fight transnational crime. The program is authorized to receive $5 million annually from 2027 through 2034 and requires the agency to submit yearly reports to Congress on its activities and funding.
Ed Case (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 26, 2026

HR 9261: Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act

The Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act expands paid family and medical leave benefits for federal workers, including those in the Executive Office of the President, the Postal Service, and the District of Columbia courts. Key provisions increase the standard leave entitlement to 12 weeks plus any accrued annual or sick leave, while also extending coverage to include pregnancy loss, fertility issues, and failed adoptions. The bill specifically adds a new category of leave allowing employees to take time off to address the needs of family members who are victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or sex trafficking. To fund this expanded coverage, the legislation requires employees to agree to work for a period equal to the time taken off, with exceptions made for death or serious health conditions.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands paid family and medical leave, directly supporting access to healthcare services and protecting employee health rights.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands paid leave benefits for federal workers, strengthening worker protections and expanding benefits.95% confidence
Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (D) · 16 co-sponsors
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