Legislation

This bill amends federal law to reclassify clergy and religious workers as employees for Social Security and Medicare tax purposes, requiring churches to withhold these taxes. It also repeals the existing religious exemption that allows clergy to opt out of Social Security coverage. Furthermore, the Act establishes a process for currently exempt clergy to revoke their exemption and mandates the IRS to report on informing these workers of their new options.

This resolution designates April as Community College Month to honor the vital role community colleges play in providing accessible higher education and workforce training nationwide. It recognizes these institutions for supporting over 10 million students and significantly advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.

This resolution designates April 2026 as "Second Chance Month." It aims to raise public awareness about the collateral consequences faced by millions of Americans with criminal records long after their sentences are served. The designation encourages communities to support efforts that remove unnecessary barriers to employment, housing, and education, promoting successful reentry and reducing recidivism.

This resolution establishes the expedited House procedures for considering several key pieces of legislation, including a major multi-year farm bill (H.R. 7567) and bills related to parental consent in schools and correcting military grave markers. It sets strict debate limits and waives most procedural objections to ensure swift consideration of these measures. The resolution also outlines the process for considering the fiscal year 2026 budget resolution and a bill amending the Clean Air Act regarding ethanol waivers.

This resolution designates April 2026 as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month to recognize the widespread impact of sexual violence across the United States. It highlights the need to support survivors, prevent future assaults, and ensure perpetrators are held accountable. The Senate supports efforts to educate the public, improve treatment for victims, and commend the professionals and organizations dedicated to this cause.

The IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act aims to strengthen protections and streamline processes for IRS whistleblowers. Key provisions include establishing a *de novo* review standard for award disputes in Tax Court and allowing whistleblowers to maintain anonymity during court proceedings. The bill also mandates interest payments on awards that are significantly delayed by the IRS.

This resolution officially designates the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week." It recognizes the vital role of home visiting programs in supporting families with young children, promoting healthy development, and preventing abuse and neglect. The bill highlights the extensive reach and impact of these evidence-based services across the nation.

The TECH Act aims to transform education by making qualified technical schools eligible for certain federal grant programs on par with 2-year and 4-year colleges. This legislation requires the Secretaries of Education and Labor to update grant eligibility criteria within 180 days to ensure equal participation. The goal is to increase training for essential sectors and occupations by supporting these specialized technical programs.

The Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026 establishes federal grant programs to increase enrollment in the Lifeline program for discounted internet and phone service. One program funds states to conduct outreach and inform eligible low-income individuals about the service. The second program provides grants to states to improve the connection between their benefit databases and the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, streamlining eligibility checks.

The Ensuring Children Receive Support Act mandates the revocation of U.S. passports for individuals owing over \$2,500 in child support arrears. This legislation removes previous options for restriction, requiring mandatory revocation unless a limited emergency exception for immediate return to the U.S. applies. The law is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

The BARCODE Efficiency Act mandates that the IRS modernize its processing by using scanning and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to digitize paper tax returns and correspondence. This aims to enhance efficiency by converting paper documents into electronic formats for better organization and disbursement. The implementation of these scanning requirements will occur on a staggered schedule based on the type of tax document.

This resolution designates April 2026 as "Financial Literacy Month." The designation aims to raise public awareness about the critical importance of personal financial education. It calls upon various sectors of society to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities promoting financial well-being.

This resolution supports the designation of April 2026 as the "Month of the Military Child." It recognizes the more than 1.6 million children connected to the military across the United States. The bill encourages the public to observe this month with appropriate activities to honor the commitment, struggles, and support provided by military children.

This resolution supports designating April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month." It recognizes the critical role native plants play in supporting healthy ecosystems, wildlife, and environmental resilience across the United States. The designation aims to highlight the importance of these vital natural resources.

This act expands opportunities for unemployed individuals to start their own businesses while receiving benefits. It modifies state self-employment assistance programs by removing previous eligibility hurdles and requiring participation in approved entrepreneurial training or business plan development. The legislation also increases the maximum number of participants allowed in these state programs.

This joint resolution disapproves the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's rule regarding "Pay-to-Pay Fees" in debt collection practices. By disapproving the rule under the Congressional Review Act, it is nullified and has no legal effect.

This act amends the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to significantly restrict how bankruptcy proceedings handle debts arising from child sexual abuse. It establishes new requirements for victim impact statements, limits the sealing of court records, and imposes strict new standards for releasing third parties from liability in reorganization plans. Crucially, the bill prohibits the discharge of debts resulting from abuse if the debtor was directly responsible or grossly negligent.

This bill establishes the Southeast New England Program within the EPA to protect, enhance, and restore coastal watersheds in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. The program authorizes the EPA Administrator to award grants for projects focused on pollution reduction, habitat restoration, and water quality improvement. It also mandates federal agency coordination to improve resource management in the region, authorizing $30 million annually from 2027 through 2031.

This concurrent resolution sets the proposed federal budget for fiscal year 2026 and outlines spending targets through 2035, projecting continued annual deficits and growth in the national debt. It directs committees to propose legislation affecting homeland security and the judiciary via a reconciliation process, while establishing flexible, deficit-neutral reserve funds for future policy adjustments. Finally, it solidifies the procedural rules for enforcing these budget allocations across both chambers of Congress.

The Saving Transit Art Resources (STAR) Act amends federal transit law to explicitly allow for art in transit projects. This legislation removes a previous restriction that prohibited transit agencies from using certain federal funds for art installations. By eliminating this specific prohibition and an outdated special rule, the bill streamlines funding for incorporating art into public transportation systems.