Legislation

This resolution sets the expedited process for the House to consider H.R. 6039, a bill advancing commonsense priorities. It streamlines consideration by waiving procedural objections and establishing specific conditions for adopting a substitute amendment offered by the minority. Following a limited debate and one motion to recommit, the House will immediately vote on the amended bill.

This resolution formally congratulates the Oklahoma State University men's cross country team for winning the 2025 NCAA Division I National Championship. It recognizes the team's outstanding season, which also included victories at the Big 12 and NCAA Midwest Regional Championships. The bill honors the dedication of the athletes and Head Coach Dave Smith for bringing excitement to the university and its fans.

The SHINE Act of 2026 establishes a voluntary federal program to help local governments streamline and simplify permitting for residential clean energy systems like solar panels and EV chargers. The program, managed by the Secretary of Energy, will develop an exemplary online platform and standardized inspection protocols to speed up installations. It also authorizes funding and incentives to encourage local government adoption of these simplified processes.

This act, officially titled the "No FED in West Texas Act," prohibits the Secretary of the Interior from implementing or enforcing the specific Land Protection Plan for the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge. Essentially, it blocks the finalization and administration of that particular refuge management plan.

This resolution establishes expedited procedures for the immediate consideration and final vote on H.R. 1834, a bill intended to advance policy priorities and break legislative gridlock. It waives standard procedural objections and sets strict limits on debate time. The bill will automatically incorporate a specific substitute amendment if submitted by the ranking minority member of the Rules Committee.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House that the United States should commit to reducing the annual federal budget deficit to 3% of GDP or less. It calls for Congress and the President to adopt fiscal policies aimed at achieving this bipartisan target by the end of fiscal year 2030. The bill also mandates recommendations for enforcement mechanisms and requires budget analyses to show how legislation impacts progress toward this goal.

The IMPROVE Safety for Schools Act encourages local school districts to inform parents about gun safety devices and establishes a federal income tax credit for purchasing them. The bill also mandates new state and local school safety activities, including de-escalation training and establishing safety specialists. Furthermore, it requires expanding the social media presence of SchoolSafety.gov to disseminate safety information.

This resolution observes the one-year anniversary of the devastating 2025 Southern California wildfires. It honors the 31 lives lost, recognizes the heroic efforts of thousands of emergency responders, and affirms commitment to supporting the ongoing rebuilding efforts in affected communities.

This bill amends the National Security Act of 1947 to formally include school security as a required element of the National Security Strategy. It mandates the Director of National Intelligence to detail strategies for protecting schools within this strategy. Furthermore, the Secretaries of Education and Homeland Security must conduct and report on a comprehensive assessment of threats facing U.S. schools.

This joint resolution commends the Sail250 initiative for its dedication to commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence through maritime events. It recognizes Sail250's role in advancing international goodwill and educating future generations about the nation's naval history. The bill specifically highlights the planned gathering of tall ships and the historic International Naval Review in 2026.

This bill establishes the daily meeting schedule for the House of Representatives, setting specific start times for Monday through Thursday. Generally, the House will convene at 2 p.m. on Mondays and noon from Tuesday through Thursday. These set times will be in effect unless the House votes to adopt a different schedule.

This bill establishes a two-member committee, appointed by the Speaker, to officially notify the President when the House of Representatives has achieved a quorum and is prepared to receive communications. This formal notification ensures efficient communication between the House and the President.

The Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act ensures that service-connected disability compensation received by veterans is excluded when calculating income for eligibility in certain federal housing programs. This change aims to increase access to affordable housing for disabled veterans. The bill also mandates a report to Congress reviewing how HUD currently treats this compensation across its programs.

The District of Columbia Transportation Funding Equality Act aims to ensure the District receives equitable federal transportation funding. This bill modifies existing formulas to include D.C. in calculations for bus grants and apportionments based on growing and high-density states. Furthermore, it explicitly makes the District eligible for competitive federal programs like the National Culvert Removal, Replacement, and Restoration grant program and the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program.

This resolution formally notifies the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has been established. It confirms the House is present and prepared to proceed with legislative business.

This resolution observes the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. It expresses gratitude for the bravery and essential work of the U.S. Capitol Police, Metropolitan Police Department, and all Capitol personnel who defended the building and ensured the continuation of government functions. The resolution also reaffirms a commitment to protecting American democracy and the Constitution.

This bill proposes establishing an annual observance called "Democracy Day" by directing the President to issue a yearly proclamation. The observance is set for January 6th to commemorate the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol and affirm the importance of the peaceful transition of presidential power. It calls upon all levels of government and the public to observe the day with appropriate activities.

This bill, the "Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act," aims to stop improper government payments by improving how the Social Security Administration shares death data with the federal Do Not Pay system. It mandates the SSA to provide death information to prevent and recover mistaken benefit payments. The legislation also establishes a clear standard for recording deaths and requires notifying agencies if an individual is incorrectly listed as deceased.

This bill establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture to help agricultural producers and eligible schools retrofit older tractors with approved rollover protection structures. The grants will cover 70% or more of the costs associated with purchasing, transporting, and installing these safety devices. A selected nongovernmental organization will manage the application process and public outreach for the program.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and prohibit several proposed foreign military sales of defense articles and services to Taiwan. The bill specifically targets eight separate transmittals covering a wide range of military equipment, including artillery systems, missile launchers, helicopters, and various munitions. Ultimately, this legislation aims to halt these specific arms transfers authorized under the Arms Export Control Act.