Legislative Activity

This bill officially designates the week of February 2, 2026, through February 6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. It aims to honor school counselors and encourage public recognition of their vital contributions to student success. The observance promotes awareness of the crucial role counselors play in preparing students for fulfilling lives.

This bill mandates the President to withdraw all United States Armed Forces from Venezuela. This action is required unless Congress has formally declared war or passed specific legislation authorizing the use of military force in that country.

The Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026 mandates that federal agencies address bias and discrimination in automated systems that materially affect individuals based on protected characteristics. This requires covered agencies to establish specialized civil rights offices focused on algorithmic harms. These offices must submit biennial reports to Congress detailing risks, mitigation efforts, stakeholder engagement, and legislative recommendations regarding biased algorithms.

This resolution initiates impeachment proceedings against Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem for high crimes and misdemeanors. The articles of impeachment charge her with willfully refusing to comply with Congressional oversight laws and violating the Impoundment Control Act by improperly withholding funds. Further articles allege she directed widespread misconduct by ICE agents that violated federal law and constitutional rights, and misused taxpayer funds for personal gain through improper contracting.

The Returning Home Act establishes a new grant program to provide rental assistance and housing support services for individuals reentering the community after incarceration. This initiative, run by the DOJ and HUD, offers up to 24 months of rental aid and crucial supportive services to help reduce homelessness among formerly incarcerated individuals. The law prioritizes applicants who implement a "housing first" approach and specifically excludes law enforcement entities from receiving grants.

The Pay Paraprofessionals and Support Staff Act establishes minimum federal salary and wage floors for school support staff, requiring states to implement higher state-level standards. It authorizes significant federal funding through grants to help states and local districts meet these new pay requirements within four years. States must prioritize funding distribution to districts serving high numbers of low-income students to ensure compliance with the mandated pay increases.

This bill amends the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to temporarily exclude certain False Claims Act recoveries from being deposited into the Crime Victims Fund through fiscal year 2029. It also mandates a comprehensive audit by the Department of Justice Inspector General on the Fund's sustainability and the impact of recent legislative changes. The resulting report will provide recommendations for improving the Fund's effectiveness and oversight.

This resolution commemorates the 15th anniversary of the January 8, 2011, Tucson shooting, honoring the six victims who lost their lives and the thirteen injured. It recognizes the courage of survivors, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, and acknowledges her national advocacy against gun violence. The bill reaffirms a commitment to civility, condemning political violence while celebrating the resilience of the Tucson community.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House that renaming the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to include the name "Donald J. Trump" violates federal law. It declares the unauthorized redesignation null and void and requires the Board of Trustees to immediately restore the original name. Furthermore, the bill calls for the resignation of any trustees appointed by President Trump.

The Federal Property Integrity Act prohibits naming any federal building, land, or asset after a President currently serving in office. This new rule establishes a clear standard for naming federal property, ensuring such designations are not made while a President is actively serving.

The Kennedy Center Protection Act voids the Board of Trustees' 2025 vote to rename the performing arts center. This legislation mandates the immediate removal of any signage reflecting the altered name and restores the official title to the "John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts." Furthermore, it explicitly prohibits the Board from ever taking action to rename the center in the future.

This bill officially designates the week of September 15 through September 21, 2024, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week." It recognizes the significant achievements and goals of these vital institutions across the nation. The resolution encourages public observance with appropriate activities to demonstrate support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions during Hispanic Heritage Month.

The American Affordability Act of 2025 is a comprehensive bill designed to lower costs across five key areas: housing, energy, family care, education, and healthcare. It achieves this by expanding tax credits for housing construction and homebuyers, extending incentives for clean energy manufacturing and consumer adoption, replacing the Child Tax Credit with larger monthly payments, making higher education expenses more affordable, and permanently expanding subsidies to lower health insurance premiums for millions. Overall, the legislation aims to provide direct financial relief and increase access to essential services for American families and workers.

The Schedules That Work Act aims to provide workers with greater stability and predictability in their work hours. It grants employees the right to request flexible or stable schedules and requires employers to engage in a good-faith discussion about these requests. For covered sector employees (like retail and food service), the bill mandates 14 days' advance notice of schedules and establishes "predictability pay" for last-minute changes or split shifts. The Act also grants employees the right to 11 hours of rest between shifts, with premium pay required if this rest period is violated.

This Act addresses the significant unemployment disparities faced by young African Americans by strengthening pathways into registered apprenticeship programs. It establishes a Diversity and Inclusion Administrator within the Department of Labor to promote greater participation from underrepresented groups. Furthermore, the bill authorizes a competitive grant program to help entities create or expand apprenticeships, requiring applicants to submit plans specifically aimed at increasing African American enrollment.

The Protect America's Workforce Act nullifies a specific Executive Order issued in March 2025 concerning exclusions from federal labor-management relations programs. This legislation ensures that any existing collective bargaining agreements between federal agencies and employee unions remain fully in effect until their stated expiration dates. The Act also prohibits the use of federal funds to implement the overturned Executive Order.

The Keeping All Students Safe Act strictly prohibits dangerous restraint and seclusion practices in federally funded schools, establishing national safety standards and requiring immediate parental notification after any restraint incident. It mandates that states create detailed plans, publicly report incident data broken down by student demographics, and utilize federal grants to fund training and prevention strategies. The bill creates a private right of action for families harmed by violations and ensures oversight across various federal school systems.

The REPAIR Infrastructure Act reauthorizes and amends an existing program to establish the Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient Infrastructure (REPAIR) program, funding it with $3 billion annually from 2027 through 2031. This legislation adds new criteria focused on community access, economic mobility, and redressing historical barriers when selecting projects, while explicitly prohibiting the use of funds to increase highway travel lanes. Furthermore, it expands eligibility for REPAIR-funded projects across several other major federal surface transportation grant programs.

The PFAS Accountability Act of 2025 establishes a federal legal right for individuals significantly exposed to PFAS to sue responsible parties. This Act creates a cause of action for harm caused by exposure and shifts the cost of necessary medical monitoring to the manufacturers. Furthermore, it encourages industry-funded research into the safety of these persistent chemicals.

The Justice for Breonna Taylor Act aims to prohibit the use of no-knock warrants by federal law enforcement officers, requiring them to announce their presence before entry. Furthermore, it conditions federal funding for state and local law enforcement agencies on their compliance with the same no-knock warrant prohibition. This legislation seeks to increase accountability and safety during warrant executions.