Legislative Activity

The Promoting Access to Transit in High-Growth Communities (PATH) Act modernizes the federal transit grant application process by expanding the criteria used to forecast project ridership. By allowing applicants to incorporate factors like population growth rates and development planning, the bill provides greater flexibility for communities to demonstrate the necessity of new transit infrastructure. This update ensures that transit funding better reflects the needs of rapidly evolving, high-growth regions.

The RURAL Healthcare Act aims to support healthcare access in underserved and rural areas by clarifying the employment status of certain temporary healthcare providers. This bill specifically classifies qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners who provide temporary services as independent contractors under federal labor laws. This classification applies if they meet specific criteria, including a time limit at a single site and a written agreement.

The MATCH Act of 2026 aims to modernize workforce development by establishing state-level "talent marketplaces" that connect individuals with jobs and training through standardized digital records and credential registries. The bill creates a new grant program to help states improve their workforce data infrastructure and enhances the accessibility of training provider information. Ultimately, this legislation seeks to create a more transparent, interoperable, and data-driven labor market for job seekers and employers alike.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Tribal Education Act" proposes transferring the administration of numerous federal education and job training programs for Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities from the Department of Education to the Department of the Interior. This legislation aims to streamline oversight and consolidate these programs under a single agency while ensuring no net increase in the federal workforce. The bill also mandates formal tribal consultation to guide the transition process.

This bill, the STRONG Act, directs the Office of Management and Budget to consider creating a distinct occupational code for strength and conditioning coaches within the Standard Occupational Classification system. This change aims to accurately recognize the specialized work these professionals perform in improving physical performance and reducing injury risk for athletes, first responders, and military members. If a separate code is not established, the Director must report the reasoning to Congress.

The No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 establishes mandatory identity fraud screening for all federal student aid applications starting in late 2026. If an application is flagged for potential fraud, colleges are prohibited from disbursing aid until they verify the student's identity using strict methods. This legislation also creates a higher scrutiny category for institutional program reviews if a school shows a pattern of paying aid on flagged applications without proper verification.

The CHARLIE Act amends federal law to restrict the use of American History and Civics program funds, explicitly prohibiting their use for "discriminatory equity ideology" or "gender ideology." Furthermore, the bill bars the Secretary of Education from prioritizing grant applicants based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or immigration status. This legislation aims to ensure federal education funding is not used for specific ideological purposes and to prevent identity-based preferences in grant awards.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Army to convey three specific parcels of land at Camp Williams State Military Reservation in Lehi, Utah, to the Utah National Guard. The transfer is conditional, requiring the State of Utah to cover all associated costs and stipulating that the land must be used for National Guard training and readiness activities. If the property use changes, the federal government retains the right to reclaim ownership.

This bill seeks to classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for federal labor law purposes. Specifically, it amends the Fair Labor Standards Act and the National Labor Relations Act to exclude these temporary medical providers from employee status when meeting certain contractual and service duration requirements. This change would affect how these professionals are treated regarding wage, hour, and collective bargaining rights.

The Kids in Classes Act requires school districts receiving federal Title I funds to provide direct payments to parents if their child’s school fails to offer in-person instruction for more than three days due to a public health emergency or labor action. These funds are intended to cover qualified educational expenses, such as tutoring, private school tuition, or instructional materials, to mitigate learning loss. The legislation aims to protect students in low-income communities from the disproportionate academic and economic impacts of extended school closures.

The Closing the Provider Fraud Gap Act of 2026 mandates a comprehensive GAO study to evaluate fraud prevention measures within federal early childhood education, child care, and nutrition programs. This legislation aims to assess the effectiveness of current oversight and data usage in identifying provider-related fraud. Ultimately, the resulting report will provide Congress with actionable recommendations to strengthen program integrity and accountability.

Alyssa's Act of 2025 establishes a grant program to help schools develop emergency response maps and comprehensive master plans for preventing and responding to school shootings. The bill also significantly expands the Federal Clearinghouse on School Safety Evidence-based Practices to enhance research, technical assistance, and the development of new safety technologies like panic alarms. Furthermore, it mandates the creation of a National School Safety Data Center to analyze nationwide school safety issues and trends. Finally, the Act sets technical standards for federally funded emergency response maps and requires ongoing reporting on national planning efforts.

The Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025 mandates the continuation and enhancement of federal anti-trafficking programs specifically for children. This law requires key Justice Department and Health and Human Services offices to implement recommendations from a 2023 Government Accountability Office report. Furthermore, the responsible office must establish measurable performance goals for these programs and report on their progress to Congress.

The Accreditation for College Excellence Act of 2025 prohibits accrediting agencies from imposing political litmus tests on institutions of higher education. This legislation ensures that accreditation decisions are based on academic quality and financial stability, not on an institution's ideological or political viewpoints. Furthermore, it protects the ability of religious institutions to maintain standards consistent with their faith-based missions.

This resolution officially recognizes June 24th as Public Safety Awareness Day to promote citizen empowerment and effective law enforcement. It affirms the importance of community-based crime prevention and prudent public policy in creating safer neighborhoods nationwide. The bill supports strengthening police resources while emphasizing victim support and addressing quality-of-life issues. Ultimately, it calls for public engagement and policy commitments to enhance public safety across the country.

The Water Quality Criteria Development and Transparency Act mandates that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must use formal rulemaking procedures when issuing new or updated water quality standards. This ensures that all criteria are established through a transparent process. Furthermore, the Act clarifies that these newly established criteria are subject to judicial review under specific conditions.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' belief that active fatherhood is essential for children's development, leading to economic prosperity and educational success. It recognizes the challenges created by fatherlessness and commits to supporting policies that encourage fathers to be fully involved in their children's lives. The bill aims to promote strong two-parent homes through various community investments and policy reviews.

The Universal School Choice Act establishes a federal tax credit for individuals and corporations that donate to approved scholarship organizations for K-12 education expenses. This system is subject to a $10 billion annual national cap, with funds allocated to states based on student population metrics. Furthermore, the Act ensures that scholarships received by parents for qualified educational expenses are exempt from federal income tax and protects the autonomy of participating private and religious schools from government control.

The Outdoor Recreational Outfitting and Guiding Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to create a new exemption from federal minimum wage and overtime requirements for certain employees of outdoor recreational outfitting or guiding businesses. This exemption applies only if the business meets specific seasonal operation or revenue tests. Essentially, this bill carves out an exception for smaller, seasonal outdoor recreation employers regarding federal wage protections for their guides and outfitters.

This resolution expresses the House's support for recognizing the month of May as "Excellence in Education: Merit Day Celebration." The celebration aims to honor students, educators, and institutions advancing merit-based educational systems. By highlighting these efforts, the resolution encourages nationwide recognition of practices that drive student achievement and excellence.