This bill requires investment companies and transfer agents to collect contact information for a trusted person when serving "specified adults" (individuals 65+ or with impairments affecting their ability to protect their interests). It allows these entities to temporarily delay cash payments from investments (up to 15 business days, extendable by 10 more days) if they reasonably suspect financial exploitation during a redemption request. The delay period requires written notification to the trusted contact, internal review, and holding funds securely. The bill aims to prevent exploitation by giving companies time to verify situations before releasing funds. It also mandates record-keeping and future SEC reporting on financial exploitation risks.
HR 915, the Small Business Technological Act of 2025, expands the use of Small Business Administration (SBA) Section 7(a) loans to cover business software, cloud computing services, and AI-powered tools that handle payroll, HR, sales, billing, accounting, and inventory management. It directly affects small businesses seeking loans for operational technology upgrades, allowing them to use SBA funds for these specific tech services without changing existing loan purposes. The bill amends the Small Business Act to explicitly permit these uses under Section 7(a), clarifying that existing loans for similar purposes before the law's enactment remain valid. It does not expand loan use for research, development, or working capital beyond current definitions.
This resolution directs the House Committee on Ethics to create and publish a public list of all monetary settlements involving sexual harassment by Members, Delegates, or Resident Commissioners. The bill requires the committee to release specific details within 60 days, including the names of individuals involved and the total taxpayer funds paid in connection with those cases. Additionally, it mandates the release of aggregate financial totals for settlements involving House employees, distinguishing between cases that include sexual misconduct and those that do not. By making these records publicly available, the measure aims to increase transparency regarding how taxpayer money is used to resolve harassment claims within Congress.
This Senate resolution commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, which occurred in 1876 during the Great Sioux War. The bill formally recognizes the historical significance of the conflict involving the United States Army and various Tribal Nations, including the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho. It honors the soldiers, scouts, civilians, and warriors who died in the battle and encourages the public to visit the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument to learn about the event.
This resolution expresses support for designating July 10, 2026, as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the workers who maintain the nation's electricity grid. The bill honors these employees for their critical role in keeping power running daily and for their dangerous work restoring service during disasters and extreme weather. It also commemorates the 130th anniversary of the death of Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, who died while restoring power. Finally, the resolution encourages Americans to observe this day with reflection on the sacrifices made by lineworkers over the past century.
This resolution formally congratulates the Johnson County Community College Cavaliers baseball team on winning the 2026 National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Baseball National Championship. The document highlights the team's historic 67-3 season and their first-ever national title, which they secured by defeating Blinn College. It also acknowledges the contributions of Head Coach Eric Horner, the student-athletes, and the supporting staff for their dedication and sportsmanship.
This Senate resolution designates June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day" to raise public awareness about the risks and scientific value of near-Earth objects. The measure encourages the public to learn about asteroid detection, tracking, and planetary defense efforts led by organizations like NASA and international partners. By commemorating historical events such as the Tunguska explosion and the Chelyabinsk airburst, the resolution highlights the importance of monitoring space threats and supporting ongoing research into asteroid exploration.
This resolution formally elects Representative Kevin Gallagher to serve on three specific standing committees: Foreign Affairs, Science, Space, and Technology, and Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure directly affects Representative Gallagher by officially assigning him to these legislative bodies where he will participate in committee work. By confirming his membership, the House ensures he has a seat at the table for discussing and voting on issues related to international relations, scientific advancement, and transportation infrastructure. This procedural action is a routine administrative step required to finalize committee assignments for the current Congress.
This resolution designates May 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month to raise awareness about wildfire risks and promote safety measures. It encourages federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as community organizations, to increase public knowledge about fire prevention and mitigation strategies. The bill highlights specific actions such as home hardening, land management, evacuation planning, and reducing human-caused ignition sources to help communities better prepare for increasingly severe wildfire seasons.
The Main Street Competes Act updates federal policy to explicitly state that enforcing antitrust laws against illegal mergers and anticompetitive behavior should promote competition and help small businesses grow. It requires the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission to submit detailed reports every two years on how their enforcement actions have impacted small businesses, including data on complaints and investigations. Additionally, the Office of Advocacy must analyze this data and provide recommendations to Congress on how to better deter unfair business practices. The bill defines key terms like "small business" and "antitrust violation" to ensure clarity in these reporting requirements.
The SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act of 2026 requires the Small Business Administration to submit annual reports detailing its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. These reports must cover the benefits and risks of this technology, including how it impacts operations, and outline strategies to maintain human oversight in important decisions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the SBA Administrator provide a briefing to congressional committees within 30 days of submitting each report. This legislation directly affects the SBA by establishing a formal process for evaluating and managing the adoption of AI tools within the agency.
This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study on how federal cybersecurity programs help small businesses protect themselves from digital threats. The investigation will examine the effectiveness of current resources in identifying risks, assessing preparedness, and planning responses to cyberattacks and fraud. Additionally, the study will analyze why some small businesses are unaware of these tools and suggest ways to improve their coordination and accessibility. The final report will be submitted to congressional committees without requesting any new funding for the project.
