United States Bills

passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 900: Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2025

The Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2025 directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to study sinkhole causes - including extreme weather, drought, and water management shifts - and create updated risk maps showing areas prone to sinkholes. It requires the USGS to use specific 3D elevation data from existing law and maintain a public website with these maps for community planners and emergency managers. The maps must be reviewed and updated at least every five years. This bill directly affects local officials and emergency responders by providing accessible, science-based hazard information to inform land-use decisions and safety planning.

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HCONRES 117: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This House concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran, as required under section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. It allows an exception for military units needed to defend the United States or its allies from imminent attack, provided the President meets specific reporting requirements. The directive applies unless Congress has already passed a declaration of war or granted explicit authorization for the use of force against Iran.

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 15, 2026

SJRES 214: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would explicitly prohibit using slavery or involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime. The bill seeks to remove the exception in the 13th Amendment that currently allows such practices within the criminal justice system. If ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures, this change would directly affect incarcerated individuals by banning forced labor as a sentence. The text clarifies that the amendment does not prevent voluntary work programs or community service alternatives for those in correctional institutions.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HJRES 216: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.

H.J. Res. 216 proposes a constitutional amendment to eliminate the exception in the Thirteenth Amendment that currently permits slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. The resolution would amend the Constitution to explicitly state that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude may be imposed on anyone as a penalty for criminal conduct. This change would directly affect incarcerated individuals by prohibiting forced labor practices within the criminal justice system, while clarifying that voluntary work programs and community service alternatives remain permissible.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment

Nikema Williams (D) · 54 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 15, 2026

SRES 854: A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".

This Senate resolution designates September 2026 as National Voting Rights Month to highlight the importance of voting access and the history of voter suppression in the United States. The bill encourages Congress to pass legislation that strengthens protections under the Voting Rights Act of 1965 while opposing measures that could restrict voter eligibility. It also recommends that schools develop curricula on voting rights history and invites the government to fund public service announcements to remind citizens of election dates and registration deadlines.

Topics ✓ Education

Ron Wyden (D) · 30 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 15, 2026

SRES 853: A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September 8, 2026, as "988 Day" and the role of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

This Senate resolution formally recognizes suicide as a serious public health issue and supports the designation of September 8, 2026, as "988 Day." The bill highlights the role of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which provides free and confidential support through phone, text, and chat services to individuals in crisis. It commends the lifeline's operations and encourages continued public education about its availability, particularly for high-risk groups. Additionally, the resolution supports federal, state, and local efforts to expand access to mental health services and crisis intervention programs across the country.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1542: Designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".

This House resolution designates September 2026 as National Voting Rights Month to highlight the historical and ongoing challenges faced by various groups in exercising their right to vote. It encourages Congress to pass legislation that strengthens voting protections, specifically endorsing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025 while opposing bills that could restrict voter eligibility. The resolution also recommends that public schools develop curricula on voting history and current suppression tactics, and it invites funding for public service announcements to promote voter registration and participation.

Topics ✓ Education

Marc A. Veasey (D) · 32 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1541: Commemorating the City of North Canton's 120 Years.

This House resolution commemorates the 120th anniversary of the founding of local government in North Canton, Ohio, which was established on January 1, 1906. The bill highlights the city's historical development, including its origins as a German settlement, its renaming from New Berlin to North Canton during World War I, and its industrial significance through the Hoover Vacuum Company. It also acknowledges the city's contributions to the World War II effort and its current status as a thriving community with strong educational and civic institutions.

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1540: Commemorating the city of Massillon's 200 years.

This House resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the city of Massillon, Ohio. It highlights key historical milestones, including the merging of four separate villages, the city's role in the Underground Railroad, and its status as a major port town following the completion of the Ohio and Erie Canal. The text also recognizes local contributions to American culture, such as the establishment of the Ohio Women's Rights Association and the football legacy associated with coaches Paul Brown and Matt Campbell.

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1539: Affirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to defend the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the Constitution and to oppose efforts to intimidate voters, suppress the vote, or interfere with free and fair elections.

This House resolution reaffirms the chamber's commitment to defending the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments by opposing actions perceived as voter intimidation or suppression. It specifically condemns the deployment of armed federal agents or immigration enforcement personnel near polling places and calls on the Department of Homeland Security to confirm that such operations will not occur during the 2026 elections. The bill also opposes the creation of a national database of confidential voter registration information and rejects legislation requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration. Additionally, it supports restoring federal preclearance protections for voting laws and calls on the Speaker of the House to promptly administer oaths of office to duly elected representatives.

Topics ✗ Immigration

in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1538: Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

This House resolution supports designating the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as Malnutrition Awareness Week to highlight the public health impact of inadequate nutrition in the United States. The bill recognizes the contributions of various professionals and community organizations that work to prevent and treat malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable groups such as older adults, children, and communities facing food insecurity. It also emphasizes the role of existing federal nutrition programs and calls for continued research into dietary patterns and their effects on chronic disease. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the importance of implementing electronic clinical quality measures to track and improve malnutrition care within the healthcare system.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1530: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9576) to establish the National Fraud Enforcement Division of the Department of Justice; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 10326) to enhance information-sharing capabilities between Federal law enforcement and State agencies to detect, investigate, and prosecute fraud in certain Federal programs, and to protect individual privacy; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 210) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘‘California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 213) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the ‘‘California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision''; and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 5334) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes.

H.Res. 1530 is a procedural resolution that sets specific rules for the House of Representatives to consider five separate legislative items in a single session. It allows the House to vote on bills establishing a National Fraud Enforcement Division and enhancing federal-state information sharing, as well as joint resolutions aimed at overturning two Environmental Protection Agency regulations regarding California engine pollution standards. Additionally, it provides for a vote on Senate amendments to a tax bill that would allow early childhood educators to claim an expense deduction. The resolution limits debate time for each item and waives certain procedural objections to expedite the legislative process.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✗ Environment

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