United States Bills

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1563: Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives with respect to the certification requirement in the case of a congressional earmark or limited tax or tariff benefit.

This House resolution amends the rules governing congressional earmarks and limited tax or tariff benefits by expanding the scope of required financial interest certifications. It requires members of Congress to certify that not only themselves and their spouses, but also any immediate family member and any entity in which they hold a material financial interest, have no direct or indirect financial stake in the proposed benefit. The amendment specifically includes interests arising from business assets that could reasonably be expected to appreciate in value due to their proximity to the location of the earmarked activity.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1562: Expressing support for "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day".

This House resolution expresses support for Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day, observed on September 25, 2026, and affirms a commitment to supporting survivors of sexual assault or harassment in the Armed Forces. It encourages the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to related services and ensure they are well-publicized and available to all veterans. The resolution also promotes transparency and accountability in how these agencies handle cases to build trust and prevent retaliation for survivors. Finally, it underscores a commitment to working with the Department of Defense to address the root causes of military sexual trauma with the goal of eradicating it.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1561: Expressing support for the designation of the third week of September as "Fungal Disease Awareness Week" and encouraging efforts to improve awareness, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and prevention of fungal diseases in the United States.

This House resolution expresses support for designating the third week of September as Fungal Disease Awareness Week to improve public understanding of fungal infections in the United States. It encourages healthcare providers to consider fungal causes when diagnosing pneumonia-like illnesses and calls for expanded education on specific conditions such as Valley Fever, histoplasmosis, and Candida auris. The bill also urges federal and state health agencies to strengthen surveillance systems, outbreak response capabilities, and research into better diagnostics and treatments. By highlighting the challenges of delayed diagnosis and drug resistance, the resolution aims to promote earlier recognition and more effective prevention strategies for patients and communities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1560: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4393) to secure the border and reform the immigration laws.

This resolution directs the U.S. House of Representatives to immediately consider H.R. 4393, a bill aimed at securing the border and reforming immigration laws. It waives standard procedural objections and limits debate to one hour, split equally between the chair and ranking minority member of the Judiciary Committee. The measure also allows for a single motion to recommit the bill and requires the House Clerk to send the passed legislation to the Senate within three calendar days.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1559: Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 14, 2026, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

This House resolution expresses support for designating the week beginning September 14, 2026, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week. It recognizes these colleges and universities, which enroll at least 25 percent Hispanic students, for their role in providing higher education access to low-income and underserved populations. The bill highlights that these institutions serve a significant portion of the nation's undergraduate students and contribute to economic mobility. It calls on the public and interested groups to observe the week with ceremonies and activities during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Topics ✓ Education

Joaquin Castro (D) · 60 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1558: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that, to maintain the health care safety net, Federally Qualified Health Centers should continue to operate under their longstanding single patient definition for delivery of all services, including prescription drugs.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' view that Federally Qualified Health Centers should maintain a single, unified definition for all patients rather than adopting separate definitions for different types of medical services. The bill argues that this consistent approach is essential to keep administrative costs low and ensure that approximately 32 million underserved Americans have access to comprehensive care, including prescription drugs purchased through the 340B Drug Pricing Program. By opposing service-specific patient definitions, the resolution aims to prevent restrictions that could force health centers to deny patients access to the full range of available health care services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10509: BEEF Act

The BEEF Act nullifies a recent presidential proclamation that expanded beef import quotas and requires Congress to pass specific legislation within 30 days to approve any future executive actions that increase beef imports. The bill directly affects American ranchers, domestic beef processors, and consumers by aiming to restrict foreign beef entry into the U.S. market. To support these goals, it establishes a temporary Beef Import and Domestic Supply Advisory Board within the Department of Agriculture, chaired by the Secretary of Agriculture and composed of 11 appointed industry and academic experts. This board is tasked with developing strategies to rebuild the national cattle herd, reduce regulatory burdens for ranchers, and advise on policies that improve domestic beef supply and market competition.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10508: To strengthen services provided in rural areas, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10507: Justice for Veterans and Victims of Terrorism Act of 2026

The Justice for Veterans and Victims of Terrorism Act of 2026 directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study and report to Congress by December 31, 2028. The study must assess how many additional individuals would qualify for compensation if the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act were expanded to cover victims of attempted extrajudicial killings, assaults, and psychiatric injuries. It also requires an estimate of the funding needed for these potential payments and recommendations for legislative amendments. Additionally, the report must provide a detailed accounting of all funds forfeited or paid to the United States since 2015 from violations of specific economic sanctions laws and terrorism-related offenses, including interest earned on those penalties.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10506: Packers and Stockyards Improvements Act

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10505: Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026

The Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends funding for the existing conservation program through fiscal year 2032. The bill allocates $20 million per year for each of the five new fiscal years, from 2028 to 2032. This action directly affects U.S. foreign assistance efforts aimed at protecting tropical forests and coral reefs by ensuring continued financial support.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10504: CURE Act

The CURE Act prohibits federal agencies from using an individual's past use of marijuana as a reason to deny security clearances or determine suitability for federal employment. The bill requires each agency to create a public process within one year of enactment to review clearance and employment denials made on or after January 1, 2008. If an affected individual requests a review, the agency must reassess the decision within 90 days to confirm whether it was based solely on past marijuana use.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

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