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in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7382: Nonprofit Security Grant Program Transparency Act

This bill requires the federal government to publicly disclose detailed information about grants awarded to nonprofit organizations for security improvements. It mandates two types of reports: (1) a pre-grant report 7 days before distributing funds, listing recipient names, addresses, grant amounts, and whether they're in high-risk urban areas; and (2) an annual report 90 days after each fiscal year, showing state-level application data, grant expenditures, and program operations. The reports are submitted to specific congressional committees and directly affect nonprofit organizations receiving these grants, as well as the federal administrators managing the program. The law focuses on making grant distribution more transparent by requiring specific, publicly available data points.
Bennie G. Thompson (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7347: Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026

HR 7347, the *Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026*, requires all facilities detaining noncitizens under U.S. immigration law - including contracted facilities - to implement real-time health reporting systems for medical, dental, and mental health conditions. It mandates anonymous, multilingual complaint systems for detainees with anti-retaliation protections, annual DHS audits of health conditions (including gender-specific care), and full-time health liaisons at each facility. The bill triggers contract reviews for facilities with three verified health complaints and requires quarterly public reports on conditions and complaints to Congress. These provisions directly affect ICE detention facilities, detainees, and DHS oversight processes, focusing on transparency and accountability in health care.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates health reporting, complaint systems, and audits to prevent inhumane conditions in ICE detention, aligning with criminal justice reform by protecting detainee rights and improving correctional conditions.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates real-time health reporting, mental health services, and full-time liaisons in ICE facilities, directly improving detainee healthcare access and rights.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires real-time health reporting, anonymous complaints, and audits to improve detainee conditions in ICE facilities, directly protecting immigrant rights and safety.95% confidence
Yassamin Ansari (D) · 45 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SJRES 106: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions".

This joint resolution (S.J. Res. 106) seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that extended deadlines for steam electric power plants to meet wastewater discharge standards. The EPA rule, published in the Federal Register on December 31, 2025, would have allowed these plants more time to comply with existing effluent limitations. If enacted, the resolution would nullify the EPA rule, requiring plants to meet the original deadlines instead. This directly affects steam electric power generating facilities subject to the EPA's wastewater regulations.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill blocks EPA rule extending deadlines for wastewater standards, maintaining stricter compliance timelines for steam electric plants under environmental regulations.95% confidence
Sheldon Whitehouse (D)
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2026

HRES 1035: Condemning Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and expressing concern regarding proposed future staffing cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

HRES 1035 is a non-binding House resolution condemning recent and proposed workforce reductions at FEMA, which the resolution states endanger the agency's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. It specifically cites a 35% staffing shortage at FEMA (per GAO) and notes that over 2,000 permanent staff left FEMA in 2025, weakening disaster response during events like Hurricanes Helene and California wildfires. The resolution expresses concern that staffing cuts would delay aid, reduce assistance to vulnerable communities (including rural, coastal, and wildfire-prone areas), and undermine counterterrorism programs supporting first responders. It calls for a stable, adequately resourced FEMA workforce to ensure effective disaster management, without proposing new legislation or policy changes.
Bennie G. Thompson (D) · 41 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 4, 2026

S 3777: Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

The Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2026 would provide $20 billion annually (2027-2031) to improve public school facilities across the United States. The bill directs funds to states based on previous Title I funding allocations, requiring states to contribute 10% of the funds (with some exceptions) and develop plans for equitable distribution to school districts. Local educational agencies must prioritize schools with high numbers of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and funds can be used for construction, renovation, energy efficiency upgrades, removal of toxic substances, and making facilities accessible. The bill also establishes school infrastructure bonds to leverage private investment and includes specific provisions to repair foundations damaged by pyrrhotite.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $20 billion annually for public school facility improvements, increasing government spending on public education infrastructure. This directly funds a public service, aligning with 'support' for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $20B/year for public school facility improvements, prioritizes underfunded schools with high free/reduced lunch eligibility, directly funds infrastructure upgrades in education.95% confidence
Jack Reed (D) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7370: REUSE Act of 2026

HR 7370, the REUSE Act of 2026, requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to produce a public report within two years of enactment. The report must evaluate the feasibility, best practices, and economic impacts of reuse and refill systems for products like food, beverages, cleaning supplies, and shipping containers across sectors including retail, education, and waste management. It specifically examines job creation opportunities, cost-benefit analyses for businesses and waste management, equitable distribution strategies, and barriers to implementation. The bill does not create new regulations but mandates this study to inform future policy decisions on sustainable product systems.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates EPA study of reuse/refill systems to reduce waste, aligning with pollution control and resource conservation goals. Explicit focus on environmental benefits like waste reduction.95% confidence
Joe Neguse (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · 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 · Rhode Island · 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
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 5658: Child Care for Every Community Act

HR 5658, the Child Care for Every Community Act, establishes a federal framework to create universal, high-quality child care and early learning programs available to all young children not yet required to attend school. The bill requires that covered children (children below compulsory school age) be entitled to participate in these programs, with no fees for low-income families and sliding-scale fees for others based on family income. Key provisions include requiring full-working-day, full-calendar-year care; setting national quality standards for staff qualifications and facilities; mandating comprehensive services including health, nutrition, and family support; and requiring coordination with schools to support children's transitions to kindergarten. The bill directly affects families seeking child care, child care providers, and local communities that would administer these programs through designated "prime sponsors."
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates universal early learning access for young children, expanding educational access as defined in topic.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates universal affordable child care, removing key barrier to workforce participation for parents. Directly supports employment standards by enabling consistent work attendance and reducing economic barriers for low-income families.85% confidence
Mikie Sherrill (D) · 73 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 3474: Federal Mechanical Insulation Act

This bill amends federal energy conservation law to require federal agencies to consider mechanical insulation as a standard energy-saving measure during building evaluations. It defines "mechanical insulation property" as materials that reduce energy loss in mechanical systems while meeting ASHRAE 90.1 standards, including insulation placed in service with those systems. The law adds mechanical insulation to the list of measures agencies must evaluate for potential installation in federal buildings as part of their required energy and water assessments. This directly affects federal agencies managing buildings, ensuring they formally assess this specific efficiency measure during routine evaluations.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates federal agencies to evaluate mechanical insulation for energy efficiency, reducing energy loss in buildings per ASHRAE 90.1 standards.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires federal agencies to evaluate mechanical insulation for energy conservation, reducing building energy loss per ASHRAE standards, directly advancing environmental protection through energy efficiency.95% confidence
Randy K. Weber, Sr. (R) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 1355: Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and modifies the Weatherization Assistance Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants for low-income households to improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The bill increases the cap on the average assistance provided per home from $6,500 to $12,000. The bill also directs DOE to include in its annual report to Congress a description of the impacts of enhancement and innovation readiness efforts on eligibility for assistance under the program.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases funding for home energy efficiency upgrades via Weatherization Program, directly advancing energy efficiency goals per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases funding for home weatherization to improve energy efficiency, reducing energy consumption and associated emissions.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases weatherization funding cap for low-income households, directly reducing energy costs and enhancing housing affordability through expanded program support.90% confidence
Paul Tonko (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 3761: Student Loan Bond Expansion Act of 2026

S 3761, the Student Loan Bond Expansion Act of 2026, modifies federal tax rules to make it easier for states and local governments to issue bonds that fund student loans. The bill exempts "qualified student loan bonds" from two key restrictions: the annual limit on tax-exempt bond issuance (volume cap) and the alternative minimum tax calculation. This change allows more such bonds to be issued without triggering these tax rules, directly benefiting state or local entities that issue these bonds to support student loan programs. The law applies to bonds issued after the bill's enactment date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts student loan bonds from tax restrictions, enabling states to issue more tax-exempt bonds for education funding, directly expanding fiscal tools for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables state/local bonds for student loans, expanding higher education access through tax-exempt bond mechanisms.85% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 4 co-sponsors
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