Legislation

This resolution sets the floor schedule for the House of Representatives to consider four specific measures. It establishes expedited procedures for debating and voting on three bills amending the Clean Air Act concerning air quality data, EPA review of legislation, and international emissions. Additionally, it provides a fast-track process for considering a resolution supporting tax policies for working families.

The Home Team Act of 2026 aims to protect local communities from the negative impacts of professional sports franchise relocations. It prohibits leagues from banning community ownership and grants local entities the first right to purchase a franchise before it can move or be eliminated. This ensures that if a team leaves, the community that supported it has the opportunity to retain ownership at fair market value.

The Support our Firefighters Act establishes new paid rest and recuperation leave policies for federal wildland firefighters following deployments. It also permanently waives overtime pay caps for these employees and allows for necessary fund transfers between agencies to ensure continued salary payments. This legislation aims to improve support and compensation for federal wildland firefighting personnel.

The NASA UAS Detection Act grants NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track drones posing a credible threat to its facilities or assets. This power allows NASA personnel to intercept communications controlling such drones, provided they coordinate closely with the FAA and adhere to strict privacy protections. The law mandates risk assessments for all NASA sites and requires regular reporting to Congress on the use of these detection capabilities, which will terminate in 2031.

The Permanent Housing Affordability Act aims to support permanently affordable homeownership for low- and moderate-income households. It establishes a Lasting Home Affordability Fund to provide low-interest construction loans for shared equity housing projects. The bill also creates a HUD pilot program for grants to acquire land and build affordable homes, alongside funding research and public awareness campaigns on community land trusts and shared equity models. Finally, it amends federal law to allow surplus federal land to be transferred to these affordable housing models at a significant discount.

The Restoring College Access and Affordability Act aims to reverse recent changes to federal student aid programs by repealing provisions related to loan limits, repayment options, and Pell Grant eligibility. This legislation restores prior law regarding student loan forgiveness, deferment, and how other grants affect Pell Awards. Additionally, it modifies the excise tax on private college endowment income and adjusts rules concerning ineligibility based on low earning outcomes.

This resolution mandates the immediate consideration of H.R. 1689, a bill that requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). It streamlines the legislative process by waiving several procedural objections to ensure a swift vote on the matter. The underlying bill designates Haiti for TPS until three months after January 20, 2029.

The Nicholas Douglas Quets Border Travel Safety Act mandates the installation of clear, visible warning signs at U.S. land ports of entry along the southern border. These signs will alert travelers to dangerous areas near the border identified in current Department of State Travel Advisories. The goal is to enhance traveler awareness of security risks, such as cartel violence, before they cross into Mexico.

The Privacy Protection Updates Act significantly strengthens protections against government searches and seizures of protected materials, such as journalists' work product. It establishes a strict exclusionary rule, preventing illegally obtained materials and derived evidence from being used in any proceeding. Furthermore, the Act imposes rigorous new warrant requirements for accessing these materials, including judicial review for emergency searches.

This bill, the BLOCK PUTIN Act, aims to hold the Hungarian government accountable for undermining transatlantic interests by continuing to rely on Russian energy and obstructing aid to Ukraine. It mandates the President to impose sanctions, including asset freezes and travel bans, on senior Hungarian officials who block Ukraine support or facilitate Russian energy imports. Sanctions can be lifted only if Hungary commits to ending its dependence on Russian fossil fuels and ceases obstructing assistance to Ukraine.

This Act establishes the **Nicholas Douglas Quets United States-Mexico Rapid Response for Victims of Crime Act** to address the dangers faced by U.S. citizens traveling in Mexico. It directs the Secretary of State to negotiate a binational rapid response protocol with Mexico for serious crimes involving Americans. This protocol will ensure timely communication, evidence sharing, and coordination between U.S. and Mexican authorities during investigations. The legislation also mandates regular reporting to Congress on the negotiation and implementation progress.

This Act declares a national cost-of-living emergency to address rising prices for basic household necessities impacting average American families. It establishes immediate actions through the Council of Economic Advisers, including appointing special advisors and requiring impact statements for new regulations. Furthermore, the bill creates a bipartisan Congressional Commission to develop long-term policy recommendations for stable economic growth and cost control.

This bill officially designates November 7th of each year as Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about this rare genetic disorder affecting the bone marrow, pancreas, and skeleton. By promoting understanding, the bill encourages support for those affected and advocates for increased research into treatments for Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome.

The Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act mandates the EPA to swiftly prohibit the discharge of plastic pellets and other pre-production plastic materials from facilities involved in their manufacturing, use, packaging, or transport. This ban will be incorporated into all relevant Clean Water Act permits and performance standards. The goal is to prevent this form of plastic pollution from entering waterways.

This bill provides fiscal year 2026 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), allocating over $90 billion across management, security operations, disaster response, and research. It funds key agencies like CBP, ICE, TSA, and FEMA while imposing strict new reporting requirements and restrictions on spending, particularly concerning border enforcement and detention practices. The legislation aims to enhance accountability and transparency across DHS operations while ensuring critical national security and disaster preparedness functions remain funded.

The IMPACT Act of 2025 aims to improve healthcare affordability and access for Americans. This legislation expands eligibility for catastrophic health plans to include individuals of any age who do not qualify for premium tax credits or cost-sharing reductions. By offering this lower-premium option, the Act seeks to stabilize insurance markets and reduce financial barriers to essential medical services.

This bill establishes the **FHA Small-Dollar Mortgages Act**, creating a pilot program to increase access to mortgages of $\$100,000$ or less. The program allows the Secretary of HUD to offer incentives, adjust terms, and provide borrower assistance to encourage lenders to offer these smaller loans. The Commissioner must report annually to Congress on the program's results, risks, and impact on the market until the program concludes after four years.

The Acquisition Reform and Cost Assessment Act of 2025 significantly restructures the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) acquisition process, particularly for major programs exceeding specified cost thresholds. This bill establishes a centralized Office of Acquisition led by a dedicated Assistant Secretary to oversee and manage all major acquisition efforts. Furthermore, it mandates independent verification, validation, and rigorous cost assessment for these programs to improve transparency and performance. The Act also aims to strengthen the acquisition workforce by prioritizing internship hiring and standardizing requirements development.

The Peace Through Strength Against Russia Act of 2025 imposes comprehensive sanctions on Russia's financial, military, and energy sectors in response to its war against Ukraine. This legislation cuts off major Russian banks from the U.S. financial system and bans new American investment in Russia. Additionally, the bill makes the existing sanctions authority against Iran permanent by removing its expiration date.

The Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement and Accountability Act makes several changes to VA vocational rehabilitation and employment programs. Key provisions include barring benefits for those convicted of assaulting VA employees, expanding eligibility for extended training, and setting new approval and funding limits for rehabilitation equipment. The bill also adjusts subsistence allowance calculations and addresses specialist definitions and staffing requirements.