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in committee · Washington · House Dec 3, 2025

HR 4291: Sanctions Lists Harmonization Act

This bill requires U.S. agencies maintaining federal sanctions lists to notify each other within 30 days when an individual or entity is added to one list, then review whether they should be added to other lists within 90 days. It applies to six specific sanctions lists, including Treasury’s blocked persons list, Commerce’s Entity List, and Defense’s military end-user list. Agencies must report to Congress within one year on how they implemented the coordination process and whether it led to additional sanctions. The goal is to prevent gaps where sanctioned parties could evade restrictions by operating outside a single list’s scope.
Randy Fine (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 3, 2025

HR 4077: GUARD Veterans’ Health Care Act

This bill requires Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans to reimburse the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for health care services provided to veterans enrolled in those plans, including outpatient care, prescription drugs, and inpatient services. It establishes a new process for the VA to recover costs from Medicare plans, requiring these plans to respond to reimbursement claims within 45 days and face penalties for non-compliance, including triple damages for willful violations. The law modifies existing VA authority to recover costs for non-service-connected disabilities by clarifying recovery procedures and requiring Medicare plans to coordinate benefits with VA care. The provisions apply to Medicare plan years beginning January 1, 2026, and directly affect Medicare Advantage organizations and prescription drug plan sponsors that serve veterans. This policy change ensures veterans receive full benefits without double payments by requiring Medicare plans to reimburse the VA for services they cover.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires Medicare plans to reimburse VA for veteran care, ensuring funding for services and protecting access to healthcare.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires Medicare plans to reimburse VA for veteran care, strengthening healthcare access and preventing cost burdens on VA services.95% confidence
Lloyd Doggett (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HRES 920: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act on November 29, 2025, and recognizing its transformative impact on the education of children with disabilities.

HRES 920 is a ceremonial resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) on November 29, 2025. It recognizes IDEA’s historical impact - establishing the right to free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment for children with disabilities - and notes how it transformed access to education after over 1 million children were previously excluded from schools. The resolution does not create new policy or funding; it solely commemorates IDEA’s legacy, honors the students and families it has served, and acknowledges educators and advocates who advanced its implementation. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct effect on current law or services.
Glenn Thompson (R) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HRES 856: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Department of Agriculture should use its contingency funds and interchange authority to finance the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

HRES 856 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' view that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) should use its existing contingency funds and interchange authority to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for November 2025. The resolution cites that the USDA holds over $5 billion in contingency funds set aside for emergencies and has legal authority under the Department of Agriculture Organic Act to transfer funds between nutrition programs to maintain SNAP benefits. This would directly support approximately 42 million people relying on SNAP, including 16 million children, 8 million seniors, 4 million people with disabilities, and 1.2 million veterans, preventing disruption during a potential funding gap. The resolution does not create new law but urges the administration to use existing resources to ensure continued food assistance.
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 51 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Dec 2, 2025

S 2042: Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025

The Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025 would maintain existing protections for designated roadless areas within the National Forest System by prohibiting new road construction, reconstruction, or logging in those areas. It directly affects National Forest lands managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, where the Roadless Rule already restricts such activities. The bill’s key mechanism requires the Secretary of Agriculture to enforce these current restrictions without adding new limitations. This policy change preserves existing protections for watersheds, wildlife habitats, recreation opportunities, and culturally significant sites within these roadless areas.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMaintains roadless area protections by prohibiting new roads/logging, directly conserving National Forest ecosystems per current regulations95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationProhibits new road construction in National Forests, restricting transportation infrastructure development per bill's core mechanism.95% confidence
Maria Cantwell (D) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Dec 2, 2025

S 1737: Wild Olympics Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers Act

This bill would protect over 126,000 acres of forest in Washington's Olympic National Forest by designating 12 new wilderness areas, including Lost Creek Wilderness and Gates of the Elwha Wilderness. It would also protect 21 river segments across the region by designating them as "wild," "scenic," or "recreational" rivers under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, with specific protections for each segment. The bill would manage these areas under existing wilderness and river protection laws, preserving existing rights for activities like grazing and mining while preventing new development. It would require the Forest Service to update management plans for these areas within 3-5 years.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDesignates wilderness areas and river protections under Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, conserving natural resources and enhancing environmental protection.95% confidence
Patty Murray (D)
in committee · Washington · Senate Dec 2, 2025

S 1320: Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act

This bill requires the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs to evaluate existing research on menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life health for women serving in the military or who are veterans. It directs them to identify gaps in knowledge about treatments for symptoms, the impact of military service (including combat exposure and toxins like PFAS), and the availability of care and training for healthcare providers. Within 180 days of enactment, the departments must submit a report and strategic plan to Congress detailing findings and outlining steps to address research gaps and improve care. The law directly affects military women, veterans, and their healthcare providers by aiming to enhance understanding and services for menopause-related health issues.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates research to identify gaps in menopause care for military women/veterans, aiming to improve future healthcare services and provider training.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates research to address menopause care gaps for women veterans, aiming to improve healthcare services and identify treatment needs, directly supporting veterans' healthcare.90% confidence
Patty Murray (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6349: Migrant Due Process Protection Act

The Migrant Due Process Protection Act (HR 6349) would require immigration judges to allow non-citizens in removal proceedings (who are not held in government custody) to request virtual hearings via video or phone. Judges must approve such requests and ensure virtual formats do not disadvantage the individual. This directly affects people facing deportation who are not currently detained by immigration authorities. The bill adds a new procedural option for remote hearings without changing legal standards or outcomes.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances due process rights for non-citizens in immigration proceedings, protecting civil liberties and improving fairness in legal proceedings.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates virtual hearings for non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings, ensuring due process and preventing disadvantage - directly protecting immigrant rights in deportation cases.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes virtual hearing access via video/phone, expanding digital access for non-citizens in immigration proceedings.75% confidence
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6356: Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2025

The Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2025 requires developers and deployers of AI systems that make decisions affecting "consequential actions" (such as employment, housing, healthcare, education, and credit) to conduct pre-deployment evaluations and annual impact assessments by independent auditors. The bill mandates transparency requirements including clear disclosures to individuals about how AI is used in decision-making, establishes a right to human alternatives for significant AI-driven decisions, and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, gender, or disability. It creates enforcement mechanisms through the Federal Trade Commission, state attorneys general, and private lawsuits, with penalties including civil penalties of up to 4% of annual revenue. The act also requires developers to provide explanations for AI-driven decisions and sets standards for data collection to prevent harm and ensure fairness in critical life areas.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates AI audits for housing decisions to prevent discrimination, directly aligning with tenant protection and anti-discrimination goals in housing policy.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates audits and transparency for AI in employment decisions, protecting workers from biased automated hiring and promoting human oversight in consequential employment actions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates transparency, independent audits, and human alternatives for AI in high-stakes decisions, protecting civil rights and data privacy per bill's core requirements.95% confidence
Yvette D. Clarke (D) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6363: Build Now Act of 2025

The Build Now Act of 2025 adjusts Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations for eligible cities and urban counties under Section 106 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. It calculates a "housing growth improvement rate" for each recipient - measuring changes in housing unit growth - and rewards jurisdictions with the highest improvement rates by adding bonus funds to their CDBG allocation, while reducing allocations by 10% for those below the median rate. The bill applies to metropolitan areas meeting specific criteria (e.g., not experiencing disasters, having sufficient zoning authority) and requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to publish annual reports on these rates and distribution. Funding adjustments take effect three years after enactment and run through 2043.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill ties CDBG funding to housing unit growth, rewarding jurisdictions with higher housing development rates through bonus funds, directly advancing housing supply expansion.95% confidence
Lisa C. McClain (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6348: Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act of 2025

This bill establishes a $50 million annual federal fund to support transportation infrastructure for U.S. cities hosting major international sporting events like the Olympics, Paralympics, or FIFA World Cup. It provides grants to eligible entities - including host cities, nearby jurisdictions within 100 miles, and transportation agencies - to fund permanent transportation projects (e.g., road improvements, transit upgrades) that aid event logistics or mitigate traffic impacts, but excludes temporary event infrastructure or bid preparation costs. Assistance is limited to the 5-year period before an event begins through 30 days after it ends. The bill directly affects communities selected to host these events and their surrounding regions, ensuring federal support for sustainable transportation planning tied to the events.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates $50M annual federal fund for transportation infrastructure, directly establishing new government spending (appropriation) within budget management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates $50M annual federal fund specifically for transportation infrastructure projects (road improvements, transit upgrades) in host cities for major events, directly funding transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Rick Larsen (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6350: College Athletics Reform Act

This bill establishes comprehensive name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights for college athletes, prohibiting institutions from restricting athletes' ability to earn compensation for their personal branding or taking adverse action against them for doing so. It requires transparent NIL agreements for compensation over $600, including specific details about services, compensation amounts, and termination terms. The bill also amends immigration laws to better accommodate international student athletes participating in college sports and updates regulations governing sports agents. Additionally, it establishes a Commission to study college athletics governance, focusing on collective bargaining, revenue sharing, and Title IX compliance, while expanding disclosure requirements for colleges regarding athletics revenue and expenses.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationAmends immigration laws to accommodate international student athletes, supporting their integration into collegiate sports programs.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill grants college athletes explicit rights to earn compensation for NIL, prohibits institutional restrictions on such earnings, and mandates transparent agreements - directly advancing worker compensation protections within employment context.95% confidence
Lori Trahan (D) · 25 co-sponsors
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