HR 10332, the Sunset Section 230 Act, would repeal Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934, a provision that currently shields online platforms from legal liability for content posted by their users. By removing this protection, the bill directly affects internet service providers, social media companies, and other interactive computer services, making them potentially responsible for user-generated material under existing defamation and copyright laws. The legislation also includes numerous conforming amendments to update definitions and cross-references in various federal statutes, including the Trademark Act and criminal codes, to ensure consistency with the repeal. These changes would take effect two years after the date of enactment.
The Patient Navigation Assistance Act amends federal law to require states to reimburse Medicaid for patient navigator services provided to eligible individuals by qualified health care or community-based organizations. These navigators, who must hold specific degrees and certifications in fields such as nursing or social work, help patients access medical, social, and financial resources through referrals and individualized education. The bill also classifies these services as covered medical assistance, allowing the federal government to share the cost of providing them with states.
This bill establishes new procedural safeguards for the Internal Revenue Service when conducting tax inquiries or examinations of universities, requiring high-level Treasury approval based on reasonable belief that a university may not qualify for tax-exempt status. It mandates that the IRS provide written notice to the institution before beginning an inquiry and at least 15 days before starting a formal examination, offering the university the opportunity to hold a conference to discuss concerns. The legislation imposes strict time limits, requiring inquiries to be completed within 90 days and examinations within two years, while also restricting the ability to re-examine a university for five years if no significant tax issues are found. Additionally, it requires the Secretary of the Treasury to submit confidential reports to congressional committees detailing any new university tax investigations.
The Badge-to-Business Act amends the Small Business Act to waive guarantee fees for express loans made to qualified career law enforcement officers starting January 1, 2027. To qualify, an officer must have completed at least ten years of service and not be facing a pending criminal investigation or administrative proceeding for misconduct related to their official duties. This fee waiver applies to both currently employed officers and those who have separated from service, provided they meet the conduct requirements at the time of application. The provision includes an exception allowing the Administrator to collect fees if the cost of guaranteeing these loans results in a net loss for the Administration in a given fiscal year.
The Cost Estimates Improvement Act requires the Congressional Budget Office and the Joint Committee on Taxation to include public debt servicing costs in their financial estimates, to the extent practicable. This change directly affects federal budgeting processes by ensuring that the interest payments on national debt are factored into official cost projections for new legislation. The bill amends the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to mandate this specific inclusion in all future estimates prepared by these two bodies.
The Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026 amends federal veterans' education benefits to remove financial and administrative obstacles for those pursuing apprenticeships or on-the-job training. The bill increases the monthly housing stipend for full-time apprentices to match the rate paid to military members with dependents, rather than the lower rate currently applied to students without dependents. Additionally, it waives the minimum monthly attendance requirement for veterans enrolled in construction industry programs, allowing them to receive benefits even if their on-site training hours fall below standard thresholds. These changes apply to recipients of Post-9/11 GI Bill, All-Volunteer Force, and Selected Reserve educational assistance.
The Behavioral Health Crisis Services Expansion Act of 2026 mandates that Medicare, Medicaid, and most private health insurance plans cover mental health and substance use crisis response services for individuals experiencing acute episodes. These covered services include care provided by mobile crisis teams, urgent care facilities, and stabilization centers that offer short-term observation without rejecting patients based on their ability to pay or other factors. The legislation also requires ambulance providers to transport individuals in crisis to appropriate facilities and extends coverage requirements to TRICARE, veterans' benefits, federal employee health plans, and the Children's Health Insurance Program. These new coverage mandates generally take effect three years after the bill is enacted, with specific provisions ensuring that financial restrictions on these services are no more severe than those applied to standard medical care.
The GATOR Act of 2026 directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study on how federal regulations affecting American alligators, common caimans, and brown caimans have impacted their populations in states where they reside. The investigation will examine whether these protections have led to overpopulation of alligators or caused caiman species to become invasive in Florida. Additionally, the study will assess if current rules make it harder to remove nuisance animals from residential and commercial waterways and how state management programs have been affected by federal oversight.
The Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act authorizes the U.S. Forest Service to enter into cooperative agreements with state and local leaders to address mountain pine beetle infestations. These partnerships enable joint efforts for monitoring, data sharing, and processing beetle-killed trees to reduce wildfire risks. Additionally, the bill allows the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to provide technical assistance on detection and management strategies upon request. The law defines covered entities as state and local chief executives, as well as federally recognized Indian Tribes, ensuring broad collaboration across jurisdictions.
The SAFE for Manatees Act directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study identifying potential new habitats for manatees in Florida as industrial sites are decommissioned and water temperatures change. This study must evaluate natural warm-water locations and explore methods for building artificial warm-water refuges in cooperation with the Army Corps of Engineers and Florida wildlife officials. The bill requires the Interior Department to publish a report on these findings within 180 days of enactment to inform future conservation efforts.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special study of the Scipio A. Jones House in Little Rock, Arkansas. The study will evaluate the site's national significance and explore options for its preservation, such as designating it as a National Historic Landmark or including it within the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site. The analysis must consider various preservation methods by federal, state, local, tribal, or private entities and provide cost estimates for potential actions, while explicitly excluding any plans for the federal government to acquire the property. Within three years of receiving funding, the Secretary must submit a report detailing the study's results and recommendations to Congress.
This bill proposes to officially rename Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C., to Rock Creek National Park. The change recognizes the area's significant natural, cultural, and historical resources while updating federal laws and records to reflect the new title. No new funding or operational rules are included; the legislation simply alters the park's designation within existing legal frameworks.
