Legislative Activity

This resolution designates the first week of August as "National Community Health Center Week" to honor the vital role these centers play in providing comprehensive primary care to millions of Americans. It celebrates the 60-year legacy of community health centers in improving public health outcomes, supporting local economies, and expanding access to essential services. The bill encourages all Americans to visit their local centers and recognize the dedicated staff and partners who make this care possible.

This resolution supports the designation of July as "Disability Pride Month." It encourages communities across the United States to observe the month with celebrations while actively working to end discrimination and exclusion against people with disabilities.

The Eleanor Smith Inclusive Home Design Act of 2026 mandates that all new single-family homes and townhouses built with federal assistance must meet "visitable" accessibility standards. The bill establishes strict enforcement mechanisms, including plan reviews and legal remedies, to ensure that federally funded housing is accessible to individuals with disabilities.

The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Review Act strengthens oversight of government decisions to terminate TPS designations by reinstating judicial review and requiring that such decisions be supported by a comprehensive administrative record. The bill also subjects TPS terminations to congressional review under the Congressional Review Act, ensuring these decisions are subject to greater accountability. Additionally, it provides legal protections for beneficiaries by automatically staying terminations during the pendency of any legal challenges.

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes a nationwide statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (ART) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) while prohibiting states from imposing restrictive barriers. The bill further expands family-building support by mandating comprehensive fertility coverage across private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal employee health plans. Additionally, it guarantees expanded access to fertility services and preservation for military service members and veterans.

The Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends vital funding for ALS research and clinical trial programs through 2031. This legislation strengthens oversight by enhancing grant review processes, improving safety reporting requirements, and mandating a comprehensive five-year FDA action plan to accelerate the development of treatments for rare neurodegenerative diseases.

The Get Foreign Money Out of United States Elections Act strengthens existing laws to prevent foreign influence in American elections. It expands the ban on foreign contributions to include domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control and mandates strict certification requirements for corporate political action committees. These measures ensure that foreign entities cannot influence federal, state, or local elections through direct spending, ballot initiatives, or Super PACs.

The Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Act of 2026 authorizes Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. to establish a commemorative work on federal land in Washington, D.C., to honor the original Tuskegee Airmen of World War II. The project will be funded entirely through private donations, with no federal funds permitted for its construction or maintenance.

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 mandates that all state Medicaid programs provide comprehensive dental and oral health coverage for adults beginning January 1, 2027. To support this transition, the bill provides three years of 100% federal funding for these core services and establishes new national quality and equity reporting standards. Additionally, the legislation requires federal outreach programs to improve access to care and mandates a comprehensive report on the state of adult oral health in the United States.

The Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act strengthens dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This legislation prohibits states from imposing annual or lifetime dollar limits on dental benefits and mandates that states provide dental-only supplemental coverage. These changes ensure that low-income children have consistent, comprehensive access to necessary dental care.

The American Franchise Act aims to protect the traditional franchise business model by clarifying the definition of a "joint employer." This legislation establishes that a franchisor is only considered a joint employer if it exercises "substantial direct and immediate control" over the essential terms of employment for a franchisee's workers. This change specifically targets liability risks associated with maintaining brand standards, ensuring franchisors are not automatically held responsible for local labor practices. The new standard applies prospectively to future legal proceedings.

This resolution recognizes July 21, 2026, as Black Women’s Equal Pay Day to highlight the persistent and significant wage gap between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It calls attention to the systemic racial and gender-based barriers contributing to this disparity and reaffirms a commitment to achieving true pay equity.

The Supporting Grandfamilies Act of 2026 authorizes $10 million to fund a National Technical Assistance Center dedicated to supporting grandfamilies and kinship care households. The Center will provide training, resources, and coordination to help organizations better serve caregivers—particularly those aged 55 and older—and children with disabilities. By promoting evidence-based practices, the Act aims to improve the health, academic success, and overall well-being of these families across the nation.

The Stop CHEATERS Act provides significant multi-year funding to the IRS to modernize its technology, improve taxpayer services, and strengthen tax enforcement. The bill specifically mandates that the agency prioritize auditing high-income individuals and large corporations to close the tax gap. Additionally, it requires regular reporting to Congress to ensure accountability and progress in these enforcement efforts.

The Child Marriage Prevention Act of 2026 aims to eliminate child marriage across the United States by establishing a national commission, incentivizing states to set the minimum marriage age at 18, and implementing stricter federal and immigration standards. The bill addresses the severe health, safety, and economic risks associated with child marriage by providing resources for state task forces and creating a model statute for uniform legal protections. Additionally, it mandates comprehensive reporting and public education campaigns to protect minors from forced or coerced unions.

Orlin’s Law establishes critical protections for immigrant parents in U.S. custody to prevent the unnecessary separation of families. The bill mandates that detained parents be prioritized for release, provided with the means to participate in family court proceedings, and granted access to resources for their children’s care. Additionally, it creates an Office of Detained Parent Coordination to oversee these protections and requires the government to provide alternatives to detention for parents.

The Protecting Students from Worthless Degrees Act aims to ensure educational programs provide real value by holding institutions accountable for student outcomes and professional readiness. The bill mandates that programs meet strict debt-to-earnings standards to remain eligible for federal student aid and requires institutions to ensure their curricula fully qualify graduates for necessary professional licensure. Additionally, it strengthens oversight of distance education by requiring institutions to maintain legal authorization in every state where their students reside.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential, high-risk work performed by these skilled professionals. It pays tribute to the lineworkers who provide critical service during emergencies and recognizes those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

This resolution honors the seven victims of the July 4, 2022, Highland Park Independence Day parade shooting on its fourth anniversary. It expresses support for the survivors and their families while commending the courageous response of first responders and the resilience of the Highland Park community. Finally, the House reaffirms its commitment to supporting those affected by the tragedy and working to reduce gun violence.