The INSULIN Act of 2026 mandates that group and individual health insurance plans cap out-of-pocket costs for selected insulin products at $35 per 30-day supply, effective for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2028. This cost limit applies to a variety of insulin types and delivery devices, with the cap set at the lesser of $35 or 25 percent of the negotiated price net of concessions. The bill also prohibits insurers from imposing deductibles or prior authorization requirements for these covered products unless clinically justified for safety reasons.
Additionally, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to fund a resource center and hotline to help uninsured individuals find affordable insulin assistance programs, while requiring the Government Accountability Office to study the demographics of uninsured insulin users. Finally, it creates an expedited review process for biosimilar insulin applications when the Secretary determines there is inadequate competition in the market.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
The End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2026 amends the Foreign Assistance Act to designate ending the global tuberculosis emergency as a major objective of U.S. foreign policy and authorizes the President to provide funding for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment programs worldwide. The bill sets specific targets to be achieved by 2030, including an 80 percent reduction in new infections and a 90 percent reduction in deaths compared to 2015 levels, while also requiring that 30 million individuals receive preventive treatment. Key provisions mandate the use of innovative diagnostic tools, support for drug-resistant TB care, and coordination with private sector partners to develop vaccines and lower treatment costs. The legislation requires annual reports to Congress detailing program progress and expenditures, and it includes a sunset clause that terminates these specific authorities on January 1, 2033.
This bill would prohibit any state or local government designated as a "sanctuary jurisdiction" from receiving grant funds distributed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A jurisdiction is defined as a sanctuary if it has laws, policies, or practices that restrict officials from sharing information about an individual's immigration status or from complying with federal requests to detain or notify about the release of individuals. The funding restriction would apply to grants distributed 180 days after the bill's enactment. To determine which jurisdictions qualify for this ineligibility, the HUD Secretary is required to consult with the Secretary of Homeland Security.
The Flock-Off Act prohibits federal agencies, state and local governments, and other recipients of federal funds from using federal money to purchase, operate, or maintain automated camera systems that capture biometric data or license plate information. The bill requires these entities to remove any existing covered camera systems within 180 days of enactment, with violations resulting in the withholding of further federal funding until reimbursed. Specific exceptions allow for the continued use of such systems within one mile of the U.S. borders for security purposes and on toll roads strictly for toll collection and enforcement.
This bill formally designates a specific beach in Cameron County, Texas, as "Boca Chica Beach" and ensures all federal records refer to it by that name. It also requires the federal committee responsible for geographic names to notify local members of Congress whenever a new name proposal affects their district. These changes aim to clarify official naming conventions and increase local input on geographic designations without altering the physical location or ownership of the land.
This bill designates the Route 66 National Historic Trail, covering approximately 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, along all historical alignments of U.S. Highway 66 (1926-1985). It directs the National Park Service to administer the trail while respecting its unique character, requiring tribal consultation for significant impacts on Native American tribes, and explicitly prohibiting land acquisition beyond 1/4 mile on either side of the trail. The bill clarifies it does not create buffer zones, disrupt energy infrastructure (including pipelines or renewable projects), or designate the trail as part of the National Park System, while affirming existing authority for easements and rights-of-way.
HR 10211 seeks to convert Executive Order 14418 into permanent federal law, thereby extending its protections regarding the meaning and value of American citizenship beyond the scope of a single administration's executive action. The bill directly affects individuals holding or seeking U.S. citizenship by establishing the specific policies outlined in the original order as binding statutory requirements. This legislative move ensures that the provisions related to preserving the integrity of citizenship remain in effect regardless of future changes in presidential leadership.
This resolution states that the House of Representatives condemns and denounces socialism in all its forms, including the Democratic Socialists of America, and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States; reaffirms its support for free, fair, and secure elections and calls for enactment of the SAVE America Act; reiterates that American elections are for American citizens only; and recommits itself to upholding the U.S. Constitution.
The RESET Act prohibits social media platforms from allowing users under 16 to create or maintain accounts. Platforms must identify existing minor accounts within 60 days of enactment, notify users within 180 days, and terminate accounts within 30 days of notification. Upon termination, platforms must delete all personal data collected from minors and provide a readable, portable copy of that data for 90 days after termination. Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission and allows states to pursue legal action for violations.
HR 10197 requires companies that synthesize or sell nucleic acids and related equipment to implement administrative and technical protocols for verifying buyer identities and assessing the purpose of purchases. The bill mandates that these entities refuse sales if a sequence is on a government-maintained list of high-risk materials and report any suspected misuse that threatens national security or public safety. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with establishing this list, issuing guidance on compliance best practices, and enforcing the rules through inspections and civil penalties of up to $750,000 per violation. Additionally, the legislation preempts conflicting state laws regarding sequence screening while preserving state authority over areas such as consumer protection and public health.
The Defense AI Reliability and Reporting Act requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a centralized program for tracking and fixing problems with artificial intelligence systems used by the military. This program will collect reports on incidents where AI systems cause harm, fail to follow commands, or operate outside approved limits, as well as reports on security weaknesses in these systems. To encourage transparency, the bill protects service members, employees, and contractors from retaliation when they report issues in good faith. For serious problems that affect the entire department, the military must create a corrective action plan and verify that fixes are working before continuing to use the affected systems. Finally, the Department of Defense must submit an annual report to Congress detailing the number of incidents, trends in AI failures, and any cases where AI systems resulted in injury or death.
