Legislation

This resolution officially recognizes January 2026 as National Mentoring Month to raise awareness and encourage the expansion of quality mentoring programs nationwide. It highlights the significant benefits mentoring provides for youth development, academic success, and community strength. The bill also acknowledges the vital role of volunteer mentors and supports efforts to close the gap for the millions of young people currently without one.

The Bond Improvement and Reclamation Assurance Act of 2026 reforms the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. This bill significantly increases the financial assurance requirements for surface coal mining operations to ensure reclamation costs are fully covered. It mandates that performance bonds reflect current inflation, potential early closure costs, and the government's actual cost to reclaim the site. Furthermore, the Act strengthens oversight by requiring bond recalculations upon permit transfer and ensuring former operators and related entities remain liable.

The Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act updates the existing grant program that supports pollinator-friendly practices along roadsides and highway rights-of-way. This bill expands eligibility for grants to include certain nonprofits and Indian Tribes, while also increasing the maximum grant award amount. Furthermore, it boosts the program's authorized funding levels through fiscal year 2031.

The Magnus White and Safe Streets for Everyone Act of 2026 mandates updated safety standards for automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems in passenger vehicles. This legislation requires AEB systems to function effectively in low light and detect a broader range of vulnerable road users, including bicyclists and motorcyclists. Manufacturers must comply with these enhanced requirements by specific deadlines in the coming years.

This bill reauthorizes and expands federal research and development programs for water power technologies, including hydropower and marine energy. It updates research goals to focus on efficiency, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and environmental impact mitigation. The legislation also increases authorized funding levels for these critical energy sectors through fiscal year 2030.

This resolution officially designates the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." It recognizes the vital role school counselors play in supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and career development. The measure aims to increase public awareness of the essential services school counselors provide despite often facing high student-to-counselor ratios.

This bill amends federal law to establish specific qualifications for marriage and family therapists appointed to provide clinical supervision within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). To qualify, therapists must meet existing VHA requirements and also be recognized or authorized to provide clinical supervision by the state in which they are licensed. This ensures VHA clinical supervisors meet recognized state standards.

The Sikh American Anti-Discrimination Act of 2026 establishes a Department of Justice Task Force dedicated to combating anti-Sikh hate and discrimination. This Task Force is charged with formally defining anti-Sikh hate, developing educational programs for law enforcement and schools, and collaborating with the Sikh community. The bill mandates annual reporting to Congress on hate crimes, legal actions, and ongoing threats against Sikhs.

The Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026 requires federal agencies using complex automated systems to establish dedicated civil rights offices focused on algorithmic bias. These offices must employ experts to assess risks related to discrimination based on protected characteristics. Furthermore, agencies must submit biennial reports detailing their efforts to mitigate harms from these covered algorithms and engage with relevant stakeholders.

The Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025 significantly increases funding authorization for the Weatherization Assistance Program through 2030. This bill also raises the maximum average cost allowed for weatherizing a single home from $6,500 to $12,000. Finally, it mandates that the Department of Energy's annual readiness report to Congress include details on how enhancement efforts impact program eligibility.

The Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act establishes a new federal crime for interfering with or assaulting passenger train crew members while they are performing their duties. This law specifically prohibits intimidating crew members onboard trains, on platforms, or in rail stations. Penalties range up to 8 years in prison, increasing to 20 years if a dangerous weapon is involved.

The Welfare Fraud Deterrence and Recovery Act of 2026 significantly increases criminal penalties for welfare fraud, including mandatory minimum sentences. The bill also establishes severe immigration consequences for noncitizens convicted of fraud, including automatic denaturalization and deportation. Finally, it creates a dedicated Task Force to investigate fraud, pursue civil recovery of lost funds, and establish a dedicated Welfare Fraud Recovery Fund.

This resolution establishes the House procedures for considering three specific legislative items. It sets the rules for voting on Senate amendments to a fiscal year 2026 consolidated appropriations bill. Additionally, it outlines the process for the House to vote on disapproving a temporary D.C. tax law and for considering a bill to codify executive orders related to domestic hardrock mineral resources.

This Act establishes a mandatory, annual process using artificial intelligence to identify redundant or outdated federal regulations. The Office of Management and Budget will oversee a pilot program and subsequent annual reviews to streamline the Code of Federal Regulations. Agencies must rapidly review and either repeal or update regulations flagged by the AI system, often using expedited procedures.

The Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2026 mandates that the Bureau of Prisons develop and implement comprehensive disaster preparedness plans for all federal correctional facilities to protect inmates and staff. The bill requires regular plan reviews, training exercises, and detailed annual reporting to Congress on the impact of any major disaster. Furthermore, it expands the National Institute of Corrections Advisory Board to include new expertise and requires a public hearing on improving emergency readiness.

This bill temporarily modifies the rules for handling questions of privilege in the House of Representatives concerning the conduct of a Member for the remainder of the 119th Congress. It establishes a new cosponsorship threshold of one-fifth of the House membership for resolutions addressing member conduct offered from the floor by leadership. This change also applies to the announcement of intent to offer such a resolution.

This bill establishes the requirement for the Department of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report on the National Cemetery Administration to Congress. The report must detail burial statistics, cemetery operations, construction projects, and grant funding. The VA is also required to make this comprehensive report publicly available online.

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to study the feasibility of automatically certifying children in military families for free or reduced-price school meals. The study must propose a system that uses existing military data to streamline eligibility for these essential nutrition programs. Additionally, the Act modifies existing law regarding how housing allowances are treated in income calculations for school meal eligibility.

The Motor Carrier Safety Screening Modernization Act updates federal requirements for investigating a commercial driver's safety history both before and during employment. It mandates clearer information sharing between carriers regarding an operator's safety performance record. Additionally, the bill improves the DataQs system by requiring clear labeling of contested violations and establishing a formal, multi-step appeals process for challenging safety reports.

The Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026 updates existing law to better support environmental protection and cultural preservation in the Lake Tahoe Basin. This bill specifically includes the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California in land acquisition and management programs, recognizing the Basin as their homeland. It also expands the use of federal funds to cover land management activities and authorizes the Tribe to acquire culturally significant lands.