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H.RES. 1342
119th CongressJun 4th 2026
Expressing support for the designation of June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".
IN COMMITTEE

This bill expresses support for designating June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month" to honor victims and promote awareness of gun violence.

Robin Kelly
D

Robin Kelly

Representative

IL

H.R. 1993
119th CongressMay 20th 2026
25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act
HOUSE PASSED

This bill authorizes the minting and sale of commemorative gold and silver coins to honor the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, with surcharges supporting the National September 11 Memorial and Museum.

Dan Goldman
D

Dan Goldman

Representative

NY

H.R. 8798
119th CongressMay 13th 2026
Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This act establishes universal free breakfast and lunch programs in schools, eliminates meal debt, and updates poverty metrics across various federal education and nutrition programs.

Ilhan Omar
D

Ilhan Omar

Representative

MN

H.R. 8802
119th CongressMay 13th 2026
January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act
IN COMMITTEE

This Act establishes a fund administered by a Special Master to compensate law enforcement officers injured or killed while defending the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Jamie Raskin
D

Jamie Raskin

Representative

MD

H.RES. 1241
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to access to and usage of NUMIDENT, death information, and other personally identifiable information in the possession of the Social Security Administration by an individual acting for or on behalf of the Department of Government Efficiency.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution demands the President provide the House with records concerning the alleged copying and sharing of sensitive Social Security Administration data by a Department of Government Efficiency individual, and any related statements about a presidential pardon.

John Larson
D

John Larson

Representative

CT

H.R. 8592
119th CongressApr 30th 2026
No WAR Act
IN COMMITTEE

The No WAR Act establishes a point of order preventing the use of budget reconciliation to fund unauthorized military hostilities against Iran.

Valerie Hoyle
D

Valerie Hoyle

Representative

OR

H.RES. 1209
119th CongressApr 23rd 2026
Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more, broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill designates April as Community College Month to recognize the vital role of over 1,000 community colleges in advancing accessible higher education, workforce training, and national economic prosperity.

Joe Courtney
D

Joe Courtney

Representative

CT

H.CON.RES. 40
119th CongressApr 16th 2026
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
HOUSE FAILED

This resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran, unless necessary for imminent self-defense.

Gregory Meeks
D

Gregory Meeks

Representative

NY

H.CON.RES. 81
119th CongressMar 26th 2026
Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution formally recognizes the persistence of the gender wage gap in the United States and reaffirms a commitment to achieving equal pay for equal work.

Lois Frankel
D

Lois Frankel

Representative

FL

H.R. 7973
119th CongressMar 18th 2026
Momnibus Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative package designed to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce racial disparities by addressing social determinants, expanding nutritional and mental health support, diversifying the perinatal workforce, and investing in data-driven, community-based care.

Lauren Underwood
D

Lauren Underwood

Representative

IL

H.RES. 1107
119th CongressMar 5th 2026
Memorializing Rev. Jesse Jackson by flying the flag of the United States at halfstaff.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution urges the President to order U.S. flags flown at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson.

Joyce Beatty
D

Joyce Beatty

Representative

OH

H.R. 7805
119th CongressMar 4th 2026
Trade Adjustment Assistance Modernization Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Trade Adjustment Assistance Modernization Act expands and strengthens federal support, training, and financial aid for workers, firms, communities, and farmers negatively impacted by international trade.

Linda Sánchez
D

Linda Sánchez

Representative

CA

H.R. 7736
119th CongressFeb 26th 2026
RELIEF Act
IN COMMITTEE

The RELIEF Act mandates the refunding of certain tariffs collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act starting January 1, 2025.

Steven Horsford
D

Steven Horsford

Representative

NV

H.RES. 1078
119th CongressFeb 25th 2026
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the "Defend the Spend" freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and Territories.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution demands the President and HHS Secretary provide Congress with documents related to the "Defend the Spend" freeze on child care payments to states, tribes, and territories.

Judy Chu
D

Judy Chu

Representative

CA

H.R. 7615
119th CongressFeb 20th 2026
RELIEF Act
IN COMMITTEE

The RELIEF Act mandates that U.S. Customs and Border Protection automatically refund all tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act since January 1, 2025.

Steven Horsford
D

Steven Horsford

Representative

NV

H.J.RES. 72
119th CongressFeb 11th 2026
Relating to a national emergency by the President on February 1, 2025.
HOUSE PASSED

This bill terminates the national emergency declared by the President on February 1, 2025, under the National Emergencies Act.

Gregory Meeks
D

Gregory Meeks

Representative

NY

H.R. 7481
119th CongressFeb 11th 2026
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This bill appropriates funding and establishes operational rules for the Department of Homeland Security for Fiscal Year 2026 across management, security, preparedness, and research functions, while imposing strict oversight and spending restrictions.

Rosa DeLauro
D

Rosa DeLauro

Representative

CT

H.RES. 1059
119th CongressFeb 11th 2026
Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the Department of Government Efficiency's access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in the possession of the Social Security Administration.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution demands the President provide the House with documents regarding the Department of Government Efficiency's access to and use of Social Security Administration personal data, including NUMIDENT.

John Larson
D

John Larson

Representative

CT

H.RES. 1022
119th CongressJan 27th 2026
Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution recognizes and celebrates the significant contributions of Catholic schools across the United States during the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week in January 2026.

Darin LaHood
R

Darin LaHood

Representative

IL

H.RES. 996
119th CongressJan 14th 2026
Impeaching Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
IN COMMITTEE

This bill impeaches Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem for high crimes and misdemeanors, citing willful refusal to comply with oversight law, violating the Impoundment Control Act, directing unlawful ICE misconduct, and misusing federal funds for personal gain.

Robin Kelly
D

Robin Kelly

Representative

IL