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in committee · Washington · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4436: Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act

This bill, known as the Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act, directs federal agencies to ignore three specific final rules issued by the Department of State. It explicitly prohibits any government department from implementing, enforcing, or creating new policies similar to these existing rules, effectively treating them as if they never existed. The targeted regulations concern protecting life, combating discriminatory equity ideology, and addressing gender ideology within foreign aid programs. By nullifying these rules, the legislation removes the current administrative requirements related to these topics from U.S. foreign assistance activities.
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 37 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8590: CARE for Parenting Students Act

The CARE for Parenting Students Act expands federal childcare funding to support parents who are also enrolled in education or training programs. It achieves this by modifying existing rules to include specific accredited programs, such as those for nursing assistants, as eligible childcare providers. Additionally, the bill authorizes $850 million in new funding for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031 to help states implement these expanded childcare services.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $850M annually to expand childcare funding for student parents, directly increasing government spending on essential services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands childcare funding and access for parents in education/training programs, directly enhancing educational access and support.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands childcare funding and eligibility, directly supporting workers' ability to balance employment and education.85% confidence
Marilyn Strickland (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Washington · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8582: Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act

This bill, titled the Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act, aims to cancel specific regulations issued by the Department of State. It directly affects the federal government by prohibiting any department or agency from enforcing, implementing, or proposing rules related to protecting life, combating discriminatory equity ideology, and combating gender ideology in foreign aid programs. The legislation treats these cancelled rules as if they never existed, effectively nullifying their impact on future foreign assistance policies.
Grace Meng (D) · 163 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8572: Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026

The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 temporarily eliminates the federal excise tax on gasoline for fuel sold between the date of enactment and January 1, 2027. To maintain funding for highway and environmental projects, the Treasury Department will transfer money from the general fund to replace the lost tax revenue. The bill also directs the Treasury to enforce measures ensuring that fuel producers and dealers pass these tax savings directly to consumers through lower prices.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by eliminating federal excise tax on gasoline and directs funds to replace lost revenue, advancing budget relief.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reduces gasoline excise tax to lower consumer fuel costs, directly supporting energy affordability and protecting utility consumers.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill reduces fuel costs and mandates lower prices, supporting transportation affordability and usage.85% confidence
Josh Harder (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8568: Lowering Utility Bills Act

This bill, known as the Lowering Utility Bills Act, aims to reduce electricity and natural gas costs by regulating how utility companies calculate their profits and what expenses they can pass on to customers. It requires transmission providers and investor-owned utilities to determine a reasonable profit range based on historical stock market returns from academics, large financial institutions, and major global banks, then generally limits their authorized profit to the lowest point in that range. Additionally, the legislation bans utilities from recovering specific costs in customer rates, including lobbying fees, political contributions, executive travel, and entertainment expenses. The bill also mandates that utilities prioritize lower-cost grid technologies in their planning and requires them to publicly justify any decision to use a higher profit rate than the standard minimum.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill aims to lower utility bills and protect consumers by capping utility profits, aligning with the indicator to protect utility consumers.90% confidence
Greg Casar (D) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4140: Carlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act

This bill, known as the Carlton H. Ingram Veterans' Benefits Protection Act, amends the Department of Veterans Affairs' disability rating system to ensure that a veteran's disability level is assessed without considering the positive effects of medication or treatment. The key provision requires the VA to establish a baseline disability rating that reflects the veteran's condition before treatment, ensuring compensation is based on the underlying disability rather than improvements from medical care. Veterans seeking compensation for additional disabilities caused by or worsened by their treatment for service-connected conditions remain eligible for benefits under this change. The legislation aims to provide a more accurate reflection of a veteran's true disability status when determining compensation levels.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects veterans' disability compensation by ensuring ratings reflect underlying conditions rather than treatment improvements, safeguarding healthcare benefits.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill aims to protect veterans' benefits by ensuring disability ratings reflect underlying conditions rather than treatment improvements, strengthening compensation.95% confidence
Richard Blumenthal (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 7515: To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey to the Nisqually Indian Tribe the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure.

This bill directs the U.S. Department of the Interior to transfer ownership of the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to the Nisqually Indian Tribe within 90 days of enactment. The transfer includes 26 specific physical assets (like ponds, dams, fish ladders, and associated pipes/fences) as defined by maps dated December 2024, with no cost to the tribe and subject to existing rights. The Secretary must finalize and make public a map and legal description of the property, with the map taking precedence in case of discrepancies. This is a direct property transfer to the Nisqually Tribe, affecting only the tribe and the federal government as the current owner.
Marilyn Strickland (D)
passed · Washington · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 695: A resolution commemorating April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space and celebrating the success of the Artemis II mission.

This Senate resolution commemorates April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew set a new record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts from Earth. The bill honors the four crew members and celebrates the successful launch, journey, and safe return of the mission, which marked the first human trip to the Moon in over 50 years. It also recognizes the contributions of NASA personnel, international partners, and industry contractors who supported the effort. The text serves as a formal acknowledgment of these achievements rather than a change to existing laws or policies.
Ted Cruz (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Washington · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 694: A resolution designating April 2026 as "Financial Literacy Month".

This resolution designates April 2026 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal finance education. The bill calls on the federal government, states, schools, businesses, and other organizations to hold programs and activities during this month. It is based on data showing high levels of financial stress, debt, and a lack of financial education among many Americans.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes financial literacy education in schools, aligning with enhancing student programs and educational access.85% confidence
Jack Reed (D) · 28 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 691: A resolution supporting the designation of April 2026 as the "Month of the Military Child".

This resolution asks the Senate to recognize April 2026 as the 'Month of the Military Child' to honor the over 1.6 million children connected to the military. It encourages the public to observe this month with ceremonies and activities that show appreciation for these families. The bill does not create any new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the contributions of military children.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors military children, whose parents are veterans, through symbolic recognition of their contributions.85% confidence
Patty Murray (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4413: Protecting America’s Workers Act

The Protecting America's Workers Act expands workplace safety protections by including public employees and voluntary emergency responders under federal safety laws, while also strengthening whistleblower safeguards against retaliation. Key provisions require employers to report serious work-related injuries and deaths, mandate the posting of employee rights, and establish a process for victims and families to participate in enforcement proceedings. The bill also increases civil and criminal penalties for safety violations, improves oversight of state safety plans, and authorizes additional funding for training and hazard evaluations.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands workplace safety protections, strengthens whistleblower safeguards, and requires injury reporting, directly advancing worker rights and safety.95% confidence
Bernard Sanders (I) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4411: Investing in the American Dream Act

The Investing in the American Dream Act expands eligibility for Small Business Administration loans to include businesses owned by certain immigrants, such as refugees, asylees, and individuals with deferred action. To qualify, these businesses must be located in the United States and at least 51 percent owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or nationals of the United States. The law explicitly states that businesses meeting these ownership and location requirements cannot be denied loans solely because they are owned by eligible immigrants. Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not grant the SBA authority to increase the 51 percent ownership threshold for any type of loan.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands SBA loan eligibility to businesses owned by refugees, asylees, and deferred action individuals, directly supporting immigrant economic integration.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands SBA loan eligibility for immigrant-owned businesses, facilitating access to capital for employment creation and economic stability.75% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 23 co-sponsors
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