Legislative Activity

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.

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.

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 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 No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 mandates the implementation of a new identity fraud detection system for all federal student aid applications. If an application is flagged for potential fraud, colleges are prohibited from disbursing aid until the student completes a rigorous, verified identity confirmation process. This legislation aims to protect federal financial aid programs by ensuring that only legitimate students receive funding.

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.

The Start Applying Labor Transparency (SALT) Act updates the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to increase transparency regarding financial activities aimed at influencing employee organizing and bargaining rights. It mandates new, detailed reporting requirements for both labor organizations and labor relations consultants concerning payments made to persuade employees. The Secretary of Labor is required to issue all necessary regulations implementing these changes within six months of the Act's enactment.

The Say No to Indoctrination Act aims to prohibit the use of federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) funds for teaching or advancing concepts related to gender ideology in schools. This legislation specifically amends existing ESEA provisions to enforce this restriction.

The One Door to Work Act authorizes states and local areas to consolidate workforce development funding into five-year pilot programs to test innovative reforms under WIOA. These demonstration projects require rigorous third-party evaluation to measure improvements in employment and earnings compared to traditional services. The bill sets strict limits on the number of projects allowed and mandates that participants adhere to core accountability and service priority rules. Successful projects meeting performance benchmarks may apply for a five-year renewal.

The Mining Schools Act of 2025 establishes a competitive grant program, administered by the Secretary of Energy, to strengthen domestic mining education at specialized institutions. These grants aim to train the next generation of professionals needed for the nation's energy and mineral supply by focusing on modern extraction, critical minerals, and environmental responsibility. The Act also creates the Mining Professional Development Advisory Board to guide the grant selection process and repeals the older Mining and Mineral Resources Research Institute Act of 1984.