PolicyBrief

Legislative Activity

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H.R. 9944
119th CongressJul 23rd 2026
Temporary Protected Status Review Act
IN COMMITTEE

The TPS Review Act strengthens judicial oversight and establishes congressional review for decisions to terminate Temporary Protected Status, ensuring that such actions are evidence-based and subject to legal challenge.

Debbie Wasserman Schultz
D

Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Representative

FL

H.R. 9941
119th CongressJul 23rd 2026
Right to IVF Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes a nationwide right to fertility care, mandates comprehensive insurance coverage for reproductive services, and expands access to fertility treatments for veterans and federal employees.

Lori Trahan
D

Lori Trahan

Representative

MA

H.R. 8205
119th CongressJul 22nd 2026
Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026
HOUSE PASSED

This bill reauthorizes the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act through 2031 while enhancing grant oversight, safety reporting requirements, and FDA strategic planning for rare neurodegenerative diseases.

Mike Quigley
D

Mike Quigley

Representative

IL

H.R. 9874
119th CongressJul 22nd 2026
Get Foreign Money Out of United States Elections Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill prohibits domestic business entities with significant foreign ownership or influence from contributing to U.S. elections and mandates strict certification requirements to ensure political spending is free from foreign control.

Jamie Raskin
D

Jamie Raskin

Representative

MD

H.R. 309
119th CongressJul 22nd 2026
National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act.
AWAITING HOUSE

This bill authorizes $6 million in annual federal grants over seven years to support the National Law Enforcement Museum’s community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs.

Troy Nehls
R

Troy Nehls

Representative

TX

H.R. 9831
119th CongressJul 22nd 2026
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 mandates comprehensive dental coverage for adults under state Medicaid programs while establishing new federal quality standards, reporting requirements, and outreach initiatives to improve oral health equity.

Nanette Barragán
D

Nanette Barragán

Representative

CA

H.R. 3747
119th CongressJul 20th 2026
Accelerating Access to Dementia and Alzheimer’s Provider Training Act
HOUSE PASSED

The AADAPT Act expands grant eligibility and funding to integrate dementia care services into health centers through 2031.

Troy Balderson
R

Troy Balderson

Representative

OH

H.R. 9752
119th CongressJul 16th 2026
Protecting Home-Based Care for Rural Veterans Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

This bill mandates the restoration of home-based care reimbursement rates for rural veterans and requires the VA to increase transparency and reporting regarding provider availability and rate-setting methodologies.

Teresa Leger Fernandez
D

Teresa Leger Fernandez

Representative

NM

H.R. 3514
119th CongressJul 15th 2026
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
AWAITING HOUSE

This bill mandates electronic prior authorization, increases transparency through required data reporting, and establishes faster decision timelines for Medicare Advantage plans to improve timely access to care for seniors.

Mike Kelly
R

Mike Kelly

Representative

PA

H.R. 9688
119th CongressJul 14th 2026
High Court Gift Ban Act
IN COMMITTEE

The High Court Gift Ban Act prohibits federal judicial officers from accepting gifts exceeding $50 per instance or $100 annually from a single source, with specific exceptions and enforcement penalties.

Jamie Raskin
D

Jamie Raskin

Representative

MD

H.RES. 1427
119th CongressJul 13th 2026
Expressing support for the designation of July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.
IN COMMITTEE

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential service and sacrifices of the professionals who maintain our nation’s power grid.

Linda Sánchez
D

Linda Sánchez

Representative

CA

H.R. 9639
119th CongressJul 9th 2026
FAIR Credit Act
IN COMMITTEE

This legislation amends the Fair Credit Reporting Act to accelerate credit restoration for victims of predatory practices, ban medical debt from credit reports, and strengthen protections against identity theft and fraud.

Rashida Tlaib
D

Rashida Tlaib

Representative

MI

H.CON.RES. 108
119th CongressJun 30th 2026
Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon.
HOUSE FAILED

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon within seven days, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution.

Rashida Tlaib
D

Rashida Tlaib

Representative

MI

H.R. 9540
119th CongressJun 30th 2026
Community Housing Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

The Community Housing Act of 2026 provides comprehensive federal funding and policy reforms to expand the national housing supply, increase affordable rental options, and support pathways to homeownership for low-income and rural families.

Becca Balint
D

Becca Balint

Representative

VT

H.R. 9457
119th CongressJun 25th 2026
Diversity Visa Protection and Modernization Act
IN COMMITTEE

This Act prohibits the executive branch from indefinitely suspending the entire Diversity Visa Program, requiring transparency and congressional notification for any narrower, temporary limitations.

Yvette Clarke
D

Yvette Clarke

Representative

NY

H.R. 9473
119th CongressJun 25th 2026
Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill authorizes a single Congressional Gold Medal to honor the individuals who defended Bataan, Corregidor, and other Pacific locations during World War II.

Teresa Leger Fernandez
D

Teresa Leger Fernandez

Representative

NM

H.R. 9250
119th CongressJun 24th 2026
Great American Outdoors Act 250
AWAITING HOUSE

This bill renames and revises the Great American Outdoors Act's maintenance fund, increases dedicated funding through new, higher fees for foreign visitors, and sets spending priorities for deferred maintenance across public lands agencies.

Bruce Westerman
R

Bruce Westerman

Representative

AR

H.R. 9441
119th CongressJun 24th 2026
SAFE Training for OB-GYNs Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes a grant program to fund residency training for OB-GYNs who must travel out of state for reproductive health care training due to restrictive state laws.

Kelly Morrison
D

Kelly Morrison

Representative

MN

H.R. 9432
119th CongressJun 24th 2026
LIFT the BAR Act
IN COMMITTEE

The LIFT the BAR Act restores federal public benefit eligibility, including SNAP, Medicaid, and housing assistance, for many lawfully present noncitizens by repealing restrictions from the 1996 welfare law and updating terminology.

Pramila Jayapal
D

Pramila Jayapal

Representative

WA

H.R. 9401
119th CongressJun 23rd 2026
Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026
IN COMMITTEE

The Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026 strengthens the right of individuals eligible for long-term services and supports to live in the most integrated community setting possible, holding states and providers accountable for transitioning people out of institutions.

Steve Cohen
D

Steve Cohen

Representative

TN