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in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7356: To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to prohibit the use of Federal funds for election administration in States that permit ballot harvesting.

HR 7356, the "No Federal Funds for Ballot Harvesting Act," amends the Help America Vote Act to block federal funding for election administration in states that permit third parties (non-voters) to collect and transmit mailed ballots for federal elections. It requires states to prohibit such collection by non-authorized individuals, with exceptions for election officials, USPS employees, and family/caregivers living with or assisting the voter. States failing to adopt this prohibition would lose federal funds for administering federal elections. The bill cites concerns about ballot chain-of-custody vulnerabilities and references the Supreme Court’s Brnovich ruling upholding state restrictions on ballot harvesting.
Chuck Edwards (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7340: Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

The Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2026 authorizes $20 billion annually from 2027 to 2031 to improve public school facilities nationwide. The bill provides grants to states to fund school construction, renovation, and modernization projects that focus on safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility, with priority given to schools serving high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Funds cannot be used for routine maintenance, athletic facilities, or vehicles, and must meet specific environmental, safety, and energy efficiency standards. The bill also includes specific provisions for repairing school foundations affected by pyrrhotite, a mineral that causes concrete deterioration, and requires use of American-made materials for construction projects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $20B annual federal funding for public school facility improvements, increasing government spending on essential public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $20B annually (2027-2031) for public school facility upgrades, prioritizing safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility in schools serving low-income students.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly prioritizes energy efficiency in school facility projects, aligning with energy efficiency investments and infrastructure improvements.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill includes funding for energy efficiency improvements in school facilities, which indirectly supports environmental conservation and reduced energy consumption.65% confidence
Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D) · 98 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7368: Riley Gaines Act

The Riley Gaines Act allows female student athletes injured in women's sports competitions to sue schools or athletic associations that permitted biologically male athletes to compete in those events. It creates a legal pathway for victims to seek compensation for physical injuries, lost scholarships, or missed professional opportunities due to the inherent physiological advantages of male athletes. If a female athlete wins a lawsuit under this law, the court must also award them reasonable attorney fees. The bill directly affects institutions of higher education and athletic associations that oversee women's sports competitions.
John J. McGuire III (R) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7346: Drain ICE Act of 2026

HR 7346, the Drain ICE Act of 2026, repeals specific funding provisions (sections 90003 and 100052) from the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and cancels all unspent funds allocated under those sections. This bill directly affects ICE’s detention budget by removing existing financial authority for detention operations. It does not change immigration enforcement practices or directly impact individuals; it solely modifies budgetary allocations. The bill focuses on eliminating funding mechanisms, not on policy changes for migrants or enforcement. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences as specified.)
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds ICE detention budget by repealing specific funding provisions, directly reducing government spending on immigration enforcement operations.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill removes funding for ICE detention operations, which restricts law enforcement capacity and limits correctional infrastructure.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds ICE detention operations by repealing funding provisions, weakening enforcement (explicit defunding of immigration enforcement budget).90% confidence
Yassamin Ansari (D) · 56 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7351: NURSE Visa Act of 2026

This bill would significantly increase the number of temporary visas for foreign nurses working in the U.S., raising the annual cap from 500 to 20,000. These visas would be specifically for nurses working in designated healthcare shortage areas, as determined by the Health Resources and Services Administration. It also requires healthcare facilities to have established provider-to-patient staffing ratio policies. The bill mandates that the Health and Human Services and State Departments issue implementing regulations within one year of enactment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases nurse workforce in healthcare shortage areas, directly improving patient access and addressing staffing shortages per HR 7351's visa cap expansion and staffing ratio requirements.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill increases temporary nurse visas from 500 to 20,000, explicitly expanding immigration opportunities for healthcare workers in shortage areas.95% confidence
Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (D)
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7335: Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act

HR 7335 establishes comprehensive humanitarian standards for individuals held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody. The bill requires facilities to provide immediate health screenings within 12 hours (6 hours for high-risk individuals like children, pregnant people, or those with medical conditions), ensure access to adequate water, sanitation, food (with 2,000+ calories daily for adults), and age-appropriate shelter. It mandates specific facility standards including separate housing for males and females, accessible accommodations for people with disabilities, daily outdoor access for those detained over 48 hours, and proper medical equipment and personnel on-site. The bill also requires regular inspections, staff training on humanitarian protocols, and public reporting of sexual abuse complaints. These standards directly affect all individuals detained by ICE or CBP, with special protections for vulnerable groups like children, pregnant people, and those with medical needs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates immediate health screenings, medical access, and nutrition standards for detained individuals, directly advancing healthcare access in custody settings.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates health screenings, nutrition, and shelter standards for ICE/CBP custody, directly protecting vulnerable immigrants' rights and conditions.95% confidence
Raul Ruiz (D) · 101 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7274: Federal Acquisition Security Council Improvement Act of 2026

This bill restructures the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC) to operate under the Executive Office of the President and establishes a Federal Acquisition Security Council Program Office within that office. It creates a process for the Council to issue "designated orders" that can exclude foreign entities posing national security risks from government contracts, with mechanisms for agencies to request temporary waivers under certain conditions. The Council must also report annually to Congress on security risks associated with covered sources of concern, directly affecting federal agencies and government contractors involved in procurement.
William R. Timmons IV (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7265: Vote by Mail Tracking Act

HR 7265, the Vote by Mail Tracking Act, requires all government entities sending mail-in ballots for federal elections to use a standardized Postal Service barcode on ballot envelopes. This barcode enables tracking of each individual ballot, while also mandating specific envelope designs and machineability standards set by the Postal Service. The bill applies to all mail-in ballots for federal office elections starting in 2026, but excludes Federal write-in absentee ballots under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. The Postmaster General must provide compliance guidance to government entities by June each year to implement the tracking system.
Kweisi Mfume (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 5658: Child Care for Every Community Act

HR 5658, the Child Care for Every Community Act, establishes a federal framework to create universal, high-quality child care and early learning programs available to all young children not yet required to attend school. The bill requires that covered children (children below compulsory school age) be entitled to participate in these programs, with no fees for low-income families and sliding-scale fees for others based on family income. Key provisions include requiring full-working-day, full-calendar-year care; setting national quality standards for staff qualifications and facilities; mandating comprehensive services including health, nutrition, and family support; and requiring coordination with schools to support children's transitions to kindergarten. The bill directly affects families seeking child care, child care providers, and local communities that would administer these programs through designated "prime sponsors."
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates universal early learning access for young children, expanding educational access as defined in topic.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates universal affordable child care, removing key barrier to workforce participation for parents. Directly supports employment standards by enabling consistent work attendance and reducing economic barriers for low-income families.85% confidence
Mikie Sherrill (D) · 73 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 5438: Incentivize Savings Act

This bill modifies federal budget rules for unspent agency funds. It requires federal agencies to allocate 49% of unused funds to the next fiscal year, 49% toward paying the national debt, and 2% for retention bonuses (capped at 10% of an employee's base pay). Agencies must also limit future budget requests to the previous year's amount adjusted for inflation. The bill directly affects all executive branch agencies (excluding the Red Cross), altering how they manage leftover budget authority. It does not create new savings programs for individuals but changes government fiscal management procedures.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates 49% of unspent funds toward national debt reduction and limits agency budget requests, promoting fiscal responsibility per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence
Richard McCormick (R) · 69 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 5000: Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act

This bill changes how federal agencies hire cybersecurity staff by restricting educational requirements for certain positions. It prohibits agencies from setting minimum education levels unless required by state or local law where the work occurs, and limits education consideration to directly relevant competencies. The bill applies to specific federal cybersecurity roles (like GS-2210 IT positions and NICE-designated roles) and requires the Office of Personnel Management to publish annual data on education levels for these hires. These changes aim to modernize hiring practices while ensuring education requirements align with actual job needs.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill removes unnecessary education barriers for cybersecurity hiring, directly enhancing federal cybersecurity capabilities and aligning with strengthening technology security policies.95% confidence
Nancy Mace (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Virginia · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 3699: Energy Choice Act

This bill prevents state or local governments from banning or restricting energy connections (like installation, modification, or access) based on the type or source of energy, such as electricity, natural gas, or renewable fuels. It directly affects consumers choosing energy providers and energy companies seeking to offer services. The key provision prohibits local laws, regulations, or policies that limit energy services sold in interstate commerce, covering all energy types listed in the bill’s definitions. It does not create new programs but limits regulatory authority at the state or local level. The law aims to ensure open access to diverse energy sources without source-based restrictions.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrevents local bans on renewable energy connections, enabling consumer choice and market access for all energy types including renewables, directly advancing renewable energy development.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local bans on fossil fuel energy connections, weakening environmental regulations by blocking state/local restrictions on energy sources.85% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 157 co-sponsors
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