Legislation

This bill establishes the annual Esther Coopersmith Award to recognize U.S. diplomatic personnel who significantly advance the goals of women's participation in peace and security efforts. The award specifically honors contributions that sustainably prevent or resolve conflict by promoting women's leadership and economic empowerment. Recipients will meet with the Secretary of State and attend a major global security conference. This Act is set to expire five years after enactment.

This act officially designates **February 1st as Blue Star Mothers Day** to honor the service, sacrifice, and contributions of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. The legislation recognizes the organization's founding in 1942 and its ongoing support for servicemembers and military families. It encourages public and governmental recognition of this important day.

The Medicare Advantage Cost Transparency Act mandates that Medicare Advantage plans report detailed financial information, including contracted rates and member cost-sharing amounts, within their encounter data starting in 2027. This legislation also requires plans to disclose whether their members received specific types of at-home health risk assessments during the plan year. The goal is to increase transparency regarding costs and assessment activities within Medicare Advantage plans.

This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a large-scale exercise focused on preparedness for agroterrorism incidents. The exercise must cover prevention, response, recovery, and mitigation of biological threats targeting the U.S. agriculture and food sectors. Following the exercise, a report detailing findings and recommendations will be submitted to Congress.

This resolution strongly condemns Lebanese Hezbollah for repeatedly violating ceasefire agreements through ongoing attacks against Israel. It calls upon the Lebanese Government to ensure Hezbollah immediately ceases all hostile actions and disarms south of the Litani River. Furthermore, the bill supports ongoing U.S.-brokered negotiations between Israel and Lebanon toward a comprehensive, sovereign agreement.

The JROTC POWER Act mandates the Department of Defense to update guidance for the JROTC instructor pay scale within 270 days of enactment. This update requires a comprehensive evaluation plan to measure how the current pay system impacts the recruitment and retention of JROTC instructors. The Secretary of Defense must then report findings and recommendations to Congress annually for three years.

The Lower Costs, More Transparency Act of 2026 mandates sweeping new price transparency requirements across the healthcare system starting in 2028. This legislation requires hospitals, clinical diagnostic laboratories, imaging providers, and ambulatory surgical centers to publicly disclose detailed pricing information, including gross charges and negotiated rates. Furthermore, it significantly expands requirements for group health plans and insurers to provide consumers with real-time, personalized cost-sharing estimates for covered services. The bill establishes uniform formats for disclosure and outlines civil monetary penalties for noncompliance across all covered entities.

The VA Home Loan Navigator Act establishes a new, free program to provide comprehensive housing loan support services to veteran borrowers. This program will offer education, guidance, and assistance navigating all aspects of their VA home loan benefits, from eligibility to foreclosure prevention. Services will be delivered by independent, neutral third-party organizations approved by the VA and HUD. Participation is entirely voluntary for the borrower.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of women enrolling in U.S. military service academies, recognizing their significant growth and distinguished achievements since 1976. It honors the thousands of women graduates who have served with distinction across all branches of the armed forces and in national service. The bill also expresses support for designating a "50 Years of Women at the Service Academies Day."

The Prior Authorization Accountability Act mandates that group health plans and insurance issuers publicly report detailed data on their prior authorization approval and denial rates, including appeal outcomes and processing times. This transparency requirement aims to give consumers and regulators a clearer view of how prior authorization decisions are made. Furthermore, the bill enhances plan comparisons on health insurance Exchanges by requiring the inclusion of historical prescription drug cost and coverage data for previously offered plans.

The Transparency in Medicare Advantage Steering Act mandates that Medicare Advantage organizations annually report detailed information about the agents and brokers who enroll beneficiaries, including compensation paid. Starting in 2030, key data regarding third-party enrollment and total compensation will be made publicly available on the CMS website. This aims to increase transparency regarding how beneficiaries are steered into specific Medicare Advantage plans.

The Prices on the Wall Act of 2026 mandates that hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, laboratories, and imaging providers must prominently post their discounted cash prices on their walls. This requirement applies to all services identified by CMS as "shoppable services." The goal is to increase price transparency for consumers scheduling care in advance.

This resolution establishes the rules for the House to consider four separate bills concerning firearms retailer credit card codes, FY 2027 energy and water appropriations, FY 2027 national security appropriations, and improvements to veterans' benefits. It sets expedited procedures, limits debate, and waives certain procedural objections for each measure. The rules dictate how amendments will be offered and voted upon for these key legislative items.

The DEEP Act mandates the creation of a new, 10-year nationwide permit for federal and non-federal port dredging projects, streamlining the environmental review process under NEPA with strict deadlines. It also establishes expedited and automatic approval timelines for state water quality certifications related to these permits. Furthermore, the bill limits the scope of EPA enforcement authority concerning these specific dredging activities and simplifies related statutory requirements for dredging and dredged material transport.

This resolution honors the veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces (FANK) for their crucial service alongside U.S. forces in Southeast Asia. It recognizes their sacrifices, including support during the Vietnam War and the evacuation of U.S. personnel from Phnom Penh. The resolution also acknowledges the immense suffering these veterans and their families endured during the subsequent Khmer Rouge genocide. Finally, it celebrates their ongoing contributions to American society following their resettlement.

The Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act amends federal maritime law to allow specific NATO-affiliated vessels to perform dredging operations in U.S. navigable waters. This legislation also removes existing transportation restrictions previously applied to dredged material. The goal is to streamline port maintenance through allied cooperation.

The Protecting Asylum Integrity Act establishes a mandatory fee, starting at a minimum of $100, for credible fear interviews conducted during the asylum process. This fee must be paid prior to the interview and will be adjusted annually for inflation starting in fiscal year 2027. Collected funds will be split, with half supporting USCIS operations and the other half going to the Treasury's general fund.

This bill proposes a minor, short-term extension of specific surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). It moves the expiration date for these authorities from June 12, 2026, to June 19, 2026.

The Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 establishes a centralized "Web of Biological Data" resource, hosted by a National Laboratory, to provide researchers with unified access to federally funded biological data using advanced computational methods. This initiative includes establishing a supporting research and development program focused on data science and mandates a phased rollout with stringent cybersecurity safeguards. The Act also creates an advisory board to guide development and ensures that existing privacy and human-subject protection rules remain in effect.

The Semiconductor Superiority Act amends tax law to clarify how the advanced manufacturing investment credit applies to semiconductor facilities located in outer space. This legislation ensures that property essential for space-based manufacturing, including transportation and support systems, qualifies for the credit. The Act specifically defines what constitutes qualified property for these advanced, off-world facilities.