PolicyBrief

Legislation

S. 4432
119th CongressApr 29th 2026
Tibet Atrocities Determination Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill mandates the Secretary of State to determine if the Chinese government has committed genocide or crimes against humanity against Tibetans and to report findings and policy recommendations to Congress.

Rick Scott
R

Rick Scott

Senator

FL

H.J.RES. 178
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents".
IN COMMITTEE

This bill seeks to disapprove and void the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection's rule concerning examinations for risks to active-duty servicemembers and their dependents.

Vicente Gonzalez
D

Vicente Gonzalez

Representative

TX

S. 4476
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Workforce Transparency Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This Act establishes a voluntary, federal framework for collecting and publishing aggregated, de-identified data on how AI systems affect the workforce to support evidence-based policy.

Mark Warner
D

Mark Warner

Senator

VA

S. 4464
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Fair and Accurate Ingredient Representation on Labels Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This act establishes new labeling requirements and clarifies regulatory oversight for cell-cultivated protein products and plant-based alternative protein products under the USDA and FDA.

Pete Ricketts
R

Pete Ricketts

Senator

NE

S. 4458
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Caja del Rio Protection Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes protected status for over 85,000 acres of federal land in New Mexico's Caja del Rio region, conserving its cultural and ecological values while prioritizing Tribal participation in its management and restricting development and motorized use.

Martin Heinrich
D

Martin Heinrich

Senator

NM

H.R. 8493
119th CongressApr 23rd 2026
Peer Support for Our First Responders Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes an interagency working group to review best practices and issue recommendations for improving peer-to-peer mental and behavioral health support programs for first responders and law enforcement officers.

Suhas Subramanyam
D

Suhas Subramanyam

Representative

VA

S. 4456
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
AI OVERWATCH Act
IN COMMITTEE

The AI OVERWATCH Act establishes strict licensing requirements and congressional oversight for exporting advanced integrated circuits to designated countries of concern to safeguard U.S. technology leadership and national security.

Jim Banks
R

Jim Banks

Senator

IN

S. 4455
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Public Lands Integrity Act
IN COMMITTEE

This act amends the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to classify any provision resulting in the sale, disposal, or transfer of federal lands as extraneous under the Byrd Rule.

Michael Bennet
D

Michael Bennet

Senator

CO

S. 4457
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Keeping Our Manufacturers from Being Unfairly taxed while Championing Health Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill exempts low alcohol by volume kombucha (under 1.25% ABV) from federal wine and beer taxes.

Ron Wyden
D

Ron Wyden

Senator

OR

H.RES. 1264
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nurses Week", to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution supports the goals of National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2026, recognizing the essential contributions of nurses to the nation's healthcare system.

David Joyce
R

David Joyce

Representative

OH

H.R. 8583
119th CongressApr 29th 2026
Lowering Input Costs for American Farmers Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill eliminates tariffs and revokes countervailing duty orders on phosphate imports from Morocco to lower input costs for American farmers.

Mariannette Miller-Meeks
R

Mariannette Miller-Meeks

Representative

IA

H.R. 8590
119th CongressApr 29th 2026
CARE for Parenting Students Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill expands eligibility for child care assistance for parenting students and authorizes significant additional funding for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program.

Marilyn Strickland
D

Marilyn Strickland

Representative

WA

H.R. 8674
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Geese House Site Conveyance Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to convey approximately 21,578 acres of federal land within Denali National Park and Preserve to Doyon, Limited, subject to specific use limitations.

Nicholas Begich
R

Nicholas Begich

Representative

AK

H.RES. 1266
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution expresses support for designating May 4, 2026, as a National Day of Reason to celebrate the importance of reason in human progress and foundational American principles.

Jamie Raskin
D

Jamie Raskin

Representative

MD

H.RES. 1261
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill expresses support for designating the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as National Small Business Week to celebrate the vital contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs across the United States.

Brad Finstad
R

Brad Finstad

Representative

MN

S. 4384
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

The Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 establishes strict new timelines for coverage decisions, enhances oversight and penalties for noncompliance, and aligns MA coverage criteria more closely with traditional Medicare.

Roger Marshall
R

Roger Marshall

Senator

KS

H.RES. 1267
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that small business owners seeking financing have fundamental rights, including transparent pricing and terms, competitive products, responsible underwriting, fair treatment from financing providers, brokers, and lead generators, inclusive credit access, and fair collection practices.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution expresses the House's sense that small business owners seeking financing deserve fundamental rights, including transparent pricing, fair treatment, and responsible lending practices.

Lateefah Simon
D

Lateefah Simon

Representative

CA

S. 4389
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
HELP Separated Children Act
IN COMMITTEE

This Act establishes comprehensive procedures and protections for parents apprehended during immigration enforcement actions to safeguard the well-being and family unity of their children in the United States.

Tina Smith
D

Tina Smith

Senator

MN

H.R. 8709
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Homeownership Savings Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes tax-advantaged savings accounts to help first-time homebuyers deduct contributions and grow earnings tax-free for a down payment or closing costs.

Haley Stevens
D

Haley Stevens

Representative

MI

H.R. 8697
119th CongressMay 7th 2026
Guard the Skies Act
IN COMMITTEE

This Act authorizes the National Guard, upon a governor's request, to protect critical facilities and assets from unmanned aircraft threats.

Michael McCaul
R

Michael McCaul

Representative

TX