PolicyBrief

Legislation

S.RES. 689
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
A resolution congratulating the University of South Carolina Aiken women's polo team on winning the 2026 United States Polo Association Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Championship.
SENATE PASSED

This resolution congratulates the University of South Carolina Aiken women's polo team on winning the 2026 USPA Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Championship.

Tim Scott
R

Tim Scott

Senator

SC

S.J.RES. 131
119th CongressMar 18th 2026
A joint resolution 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 "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-02: Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer".
IN COMMITTEE

This joint resolution disapproves the CFPB's rule that withdrew guidance on deceptive marketing practices related to the speed or cost of remittance transfers.

Ruben Gallego
D

Ruben Gallego

Senator

AZ

S.J.RES. 155
119th CongressMar 26th 2026
A joint resolution 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 "Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws".
IN COMMITTEE

This joint resolution disapproves the CFPB's rule concerning the preemption of state laws under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Sheldon Whitehouse
D

Sheldon Whitehouse

Senator

RI

H.R. 161
119th CongressJan 21st 2026
New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act
AWAITING HOUSE

This bill streamlines the New Source Review permitting process by setting strict timelines, consolidating permits, adjusting emissions baselines, and narrowly defining what constitutes a "modification" under the Clean Air Act.

H. Griffith
R

H. Griffith

Representative

VA

S. 4161
119th CongressApr 28th 2026
Maverick Act
SENATE PASSED

This bill authorizes the Navy to transfer up to three surplus, non-combat-capable F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, under specific conditions for public display and preservation.

Tim Sheehy
R

Tim Sheehy

Senator

MT

H.R. 8564
119th CongressApr 28th 2026
Local Law Enforcement Support Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This act expands the allowable uses for Byrne JAG and COPS grant funding to support law enforcement recruitment, equipment acquisition, cybercrime fighting, and victim services.

Ann Wagner
R

Ann Wagner

Representative

MO

S. 2934
119th CongressApr 28th 2026
Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2025
SENATE PASSED

This bill blocks U.S. courts from enforcing foreign judgments or awards that penalize individuals or companies for complying with U.S. sanctions and export control laws.

John Cornyn
R

John Cornyn

Senator

TX

S. 272
119th CongressApr 28th 2026
Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act
SENATE PASSED

This bill strengthens notification requirements for infant formula manufacturers regarding contaminated ingredients and positive test results, and mandates FDA reporting to improve the safety and resiliency of the infant formula supply chain.

Gary Peters
D

Gary Peters

Senator

MI

H.R. 6373
119th CongressJan 21st 2026
Air Permitting Improvements to Protect National Security Act of 2025
AWAITING HOUSE

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to provide national security-based waivers and alternative offset flexibility for air permitting requirements for advanced manufacturing and critical mineral facilities.

Gary Palmer
R

Gary Palmer

Representative

AL

H.R. 4214
119th CongressJan 21st 2026
Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act
AWAITING HOUSE

This act ensures that the EPA publishes necessary implementation guidance concurrently with new air quality standards and exempts certain preconstruction permit applications from the 2024 Primary Annual Particulate Matter2.5 Standard until area designations are finalized.

Rick Allen
R

Rick Allen

Representative

GA

H.RES. 1220
119th CongressApr 28th 2026
Condemning the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump on April 25, 2026, condemning the multiple attempts against the President's life, and recognizing the critical mission of the Department of Homeland Security.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill condemns the multiple assassination attempts against President Donald J. Trump and recognizes the critical mission of the Department of Homeland Security.

Abraham Hamadeh
R

Abraham Hamadeh

Representative

AZ

H.RES. 1217
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
Expressing support for the citizens of the United Kingdom as they continue to face assaults on their rights to free speech and freedom of expression.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill expresses support for UK citizens facing restrictions on free speech and calls for U.S. action against UK officials who violate these rights.

Michael Rulli
R

Michael Rulli

Representative

OH

H.RES. 1216
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
Condemning the politically motivated attack on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner and denouncing political violence.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution condemns the politically motivated assassination attempt against President Trump at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner and denounces all forms of political violence.

Young Kim
R

Young Kim

Representative

CA

H.R. 8437
119th CongressApr 22nd 2026
Geo POWER Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Geo POWER Act establishes a Milestone-Based Geothermal Demonstration Program to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation geothermal technologies through innovative, milestone-based financing for projects in new regions.

Nicholas Begich
R

Nicholas Begich

Representative

AK

H.CON.RES. 91
119th CongressApr 27th 2026
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran under the War Powers Resolution, while preserving the ability to defend against imminent attacks and conduct intelligence operations.

Maxine Dexter
D

Maxine Dexter

Representative

OR

H.R. 8436
119th CongressApr 22nd 2026
Cold War Military Force Repeal Act
IN COMMITTEE

This act repeals the joint resolution aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.

Tom Barrett
R

Tom Barrett

Representative

MI

H.R. 8434
119th CongressApr 22nd 2026
Prevent Endless Wars Act
IN COMMITTEE

This act amends the War Powers Resolution to remove expedited congressional procedures for authorizations of military force lasting longer than five years or for an unspecified duration.

Tom Barrett
R

Tom Barrett

Representative

MI

H.R. 8435
119th CongressApr 22nd 2026
War Powers Priority Procedures Modernization Act
IN COMMITTEE

This act amends the War Powers Resolution to apply existing priority procedures for concurrent resolutions to joint resolutions concerning the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities.

Tom Barrett
R

Tom Barrett

Representative

MI

H.R. 7386
119th CongressApr 20th 2026
First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act of 2026
HOUSE PASSED

This bill reauthorizes the First Responder Network Authority through 2037, increases NTIA oversight, modifies the Board composition, and expands reporting requirements for the public safety broadband network.

Neal Dunn
R

Neal Dunn

Representative

FL

H.R. 2319
119th CongressApr 21st 2026
Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025
HOUSE PASSED

This bill establishes a coordinated federal effort to advance research, prevention, and early detection of lung cancer specifically in women and underserved populations.

Brendan Boyle
D

Brendan Boyle

Representative

PA