The Improving Access to Higher Education Act requires all institutions of higher education to establish an Office of Accessibility responsible for informing students about their rights, providing accommodations, and accepting specific documentation like Individualized Education Programs to verify disability status. The bill authorizes competitive grants for colleges to train faculty in accessible teaching methods and to create inclusive programs that lead to degrees or credentials for students with intellectual disabilities. Additionally, it establishes an independent commission to develop guidelines for accessible electronic instructional materials and creates a National Technical Assistance Center to provide resources and technical support to both students and educational institutions.
H.Res. 1499 is a procedural resolution that establishes specific rules for the House of Representatives to consider four separate legislative measures and a constitutional amendment proposal. It allows for the consideration of H.R. 1501, which would amend the FAST Act to classify certain mineral production activities as covered infrastructure projects, and H.R. 9436, which extends the effective period of regulations concerning North Atlantic right whales. The resolution also provides the framework for debating H.Res. 1490, a measure condemning socialism, and H.R. 4795, which would restrict federal funding for higher education institutions that participate in commercial boycotts of Israel or obstruct student participation in academic programs there. Additionally, it extends debate time to one hour for a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to fix the size of the Supreme Court at nine justices.
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.
This House resolution directs the adoption of a report from the Committee on Ethics regarding allegations against Representative Chuck Edwards of North Carolina. The bill formally censures Representative Edwards and requires him to appear in the well of the House for the public reading of this censure by the Speaker.
This bill, titled the STOP Payments Fraud Act of 2026, amends federal laws to give banks more flexibility in delaying the availability of funds when they suspect fraud. It allows depository institutions to hold checks and wire transfers for up to 60 days if there is reasonable suspicion that the transaction is false, unauthorized, or fraudulent, rather than following standard expedited release rules. The legislation requires banks to notify customers of these delays and prohibits overdraft fees if the delay is caused by the bank's fraud investigation. Additionally, it permits banks to share information about suspected fraud with other financial institutions to help prevent future issues.
This bill establishes federal rules to protect workers who use earned wage access services, which allow employees to receive a portion of their pay before their regular paycheck date. It requires providers to always offer a free option for accessing wages alongside any paid options and mandates clear, upfront disclosures about fees, access limits, and the voluntary nature of any tips. The legislation also prohibits providers from sharing fees with employers, using debt collection tactics to recover unpaid amounts, or discriminating against consumers based on protected characteristics. Additionally, the bill prevents providers from treating these services as credit or loans under federal law and gives the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau authority to create specific regulations within 180 days of enactment.
The GUARD Act of 2026 requires U.S. national security agencies to evaluate whether humanoid or quadruped robots made by foreign entities pose a risk to national security. If a robot is determined to be unsafe or comes from a country of concern, the Federal Communications Commission will add it to a banned list, preventing its use in U.S. communications networks. The law mandates that agencies report their findings to Congress within specific timeframes, ensuring transparency about these security assessments. Importantly, the rule does not apply to allies such as NATO members or designated Major Non-NATO Allies.
This bill requires credit reporting resellers to use reasonable procedures to ensure the accuracy of consumer information they transmit to other agencies or end users. It limits reseller liability when they accurately pass on data obtained from another consumer reporting agency without making changes. The law defines resellers according to existing Fair Credit Reporting Act definitions and focuses on maintaining data integrity during the transfer process. These changes directly affect companies that sell consumer credit reports to other businesses or individuals.
This bill clarifies that certain personal services entities owned by registered stockbrokers are not automatically considered "brokers" under securities law, if specific conditions are met. It directly affects registered representatives who own personal services entities (like independent contractor firms) and their brokers. Key provisions require brokers to control payment details, prevent entities from advertising as brokers, maintain written agreements, restrict ownership to the representative or immediate family, and preserve required records for oversight. The change aims to eliminate regulatory confusion for small, representative-owned entities without altering core broker-dealer rules.
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 5402, the Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2025, allows utility and telecommunications companies to report consumers' on-time payment history for services like electricity, gas, and internet to credit bureaus. This directly affects consumers who lack traditional credit histories (e.g., renters or those without credit cards), potentially helping them build credit through consistent utility payments. The bill permits reporting only for payment activity (not usage data), requires companies to honor payment plans without reporting late payments, and gives consumers the right to opt out. It also mandates a GAO study within two years to assess the impact of this reporting on consumer credit scores and access to credit.
The HEIRS Act of 2025 establishes two grant programs to help homeowners with "heirs' property" - residential land held by multiple heirs without clear title due to intestacy. It provides $30 million annually (2026-2036) to states/local governments that adopt the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act, funding title documentation, legal fees, and estate planning. An additional $10 million annually (2026-2030) supports HUD-approved housing counselors and legal services to assist low- and moderate-income minority homeowners in clearing title and retaining homes. The bill requires grantees to prioritize neighborhoods with high concentrations of affected residents and includes mandatory education about heirs' property risks and solutions.
