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This bill recognizes and affirms the importance of everyday acts of kindness in strengthening American communities and fostering national unity.
J. Correa
Representative
CA
J. Correa
Representative
CA
This resolution recognizes the importance of everyday acts of kindness in strengthening communities and building national resiliency. It affirms the commitment to fostering a culture of kindness across the United States, highlighting its power to connect people and improve well-being. The bill encourages recognizing and spreading kindness as an essential bond for the nation.
This bill mandates the creation of an online detainee locator system by DHS, requires notification for medical transfers, and increases public reporting on CBP arrests and enforcement operations.
Rashida Tlaib
Representative
MI
Rashida Tlaib
Representative
MI
This bill, the "Find Our Families Act of 2026," mandates the creation of a public, online detainee locator system for individuals in CBP and ICE custody, accessible in multiple languages. It requires timely posting of custody and location information, along with new notification requirements for medical transfers to family members. Additionally, the bill requires the public reporting of detailed information regarding CBP arrests and ongoing enforcement operations.
This bill establishes the "Protecting Americas Herds Act" to create a competitive grant program supporting cooperative extension services in preparing for and responding to New World screwworm outbreaks.
Gabriel (Gabe) Vasquez
Representative
NM
Gabriel (Gabe) Vasquez
Representative
NM
The "Protecting Americas Herds Act" establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture. This program is designed to help cooperative extension services prepare for and respond to New World screwworm outbreaks. Funds will support training, livestock inspections, producer education, and technical assistance to prevent and manage infestations. Priority will be given to areas facing a heightened risk of introduction or spread.
This bill, the "Protect Local Funding Act," prohibits the finalization, implementation, or enforcement of the proposed "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" rule published on May 29, 2026, or any substantially similar rule.
Haley Stevens
Representative
MI
Haley Stevens
Representative
MI
This bill, the "Protect Local Funding Act," prohibits the finalization, implementation, or enforcement of the proposed "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" published on May 29, 2026, or any substantially similar rule. It prevents federal agencies from enacting this specific regulation concerning federal financial assistance.
This bill significantly strengthens child labor protections under federal law by expanding definitions of oppressive labor, increasing penalties, enhancing supply chain accountability, and imposing new requirements on federal contractors.
Rosa DeLauro
Representative
CT
Rosa DeLauro
Representative
CT
The CHILD Labor Act significantly strengthens protections against child labor by expanding the definition of oppressive child labor and requiring updated regulations for hazardous work under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It enhances enforcement through supply chain accountability, extended "hot goods" restrictions, liability for successor businesses, and increased civil and criminal penalties for violations. Furthermore, the Act imposes strict child labor requirements on federal contractors and recipients of federal financial assistance.
This act repeals the federal tax credit for contributions to scholarship organizations and eliminates the income exclusion for certain scholarship amounts received from those organizations.
Gwen Moore
Representative
WI
Gwen Moore
Representative
WI
The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 aims to redirect funding by eliminating federal tax incentives for private school scholarships. Specifically, it repeals the tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations and removes the income exclusion for certain scholarship amounts received. These changes are set to take effect starting in 2027.
This proposed constitutional amendment establishes a federal right to vote for all eligible citizens and mandates that states adhere to federal election standards, including same-day registration and voting.
Jonathan Jackson
Representative
IL
Jonathan Jackson
Representative
IL
This proposed constitutional amendment establishes a fundamental federal right to vote for all eligible U.S. citizens. It prohibits denying or restricting this right and mandates that states administer elections according to federal standards, including requiring same-day registration and voting. Congress is authorized to pass legislation to enforce these provisions.
This bill establishes a mandatory timeline and binding arbitration process to expedite the negotiation of first-time collective bargaining agreements between employers and newly certified unions.
Donald Norcross
Representative
NJ
Donald Norcross
Representative
NJ
The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to speed up the process of securing a first collective bargaining agreement after a union is certified. It establishes a mandatory timeline, including mediation and binding arbitration, if an agreement is not reached within 90 days of bargaining. This process is designed to prevent lengthy delays that currently weaken the union's position. The bill also requires a GAO report on current time-to-contract averages.
The Drain the Swamp Act mandates ethics reforms for federal officials, limits congressional pay during government shutdowns, restructures Supreme Court appointments, proposes term limits, and strengthens campaign finance and voting rights laws.
Greg Landsman
Representative
OH
Greg Landsman
Representative
OH
The Drain the Swamp Act is a comprehensive bill designed to increase government accountability and reduce conflicts of interest across all three branches. Key provisions include banning senior officials from trading individual stocks, establishing term limits for Supreme Court justices, and implementing stricter ethics and financial disclosure rules for the President and Congress. The Act also seeks to reform elections by proposing a constitutional amendment to overturn *Citizens United* and establishing nonpartisan redistricting standards nationwide.
This resolution directs the President to remove all United States Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of its adoption.
Rashida Tlaib
Representative
MI
Rashida Tlaib
Representative
MI
This resolution invokes the War Powers Resolution to mandate the withdrawal of all United States Armed Forces from Lebanon. It directs the President to complete this removal within seven days of the resolution's adoption.
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
Representative
IL
Robin Kelly
Representative
IL
This bill expresses support for designating June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The designations aim to honor the nearly 47,000 people killed by gunfire each year and raise public awareness about the devastating impact of gun violence. The resolution encourages the public to wear orange on that day and focus on community efforts to promote gun safety.
This bill advances menopause care and mid-life women's health by funding research, public education, provider training, and establishing centers of excellence.
Yvette Clarke
Representative
NY
Yvette Clarke
Representative
NY
The Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act aims to significantly improve care for mid-life women by expanding federal research, public health promotion, and provider training related to menopause. The bill establishes national awareness programs and designates Centers of Excellence to enhance education and treatment resources. Overall, it seeks to address gaps in research, access to care, and provider knowledge concerning perimenopause, menopause, and related health conditions.
This act restricts government use of mail covers by requiring a court order based on reasonable grounds related to an ongoing criminal investigation.
Mary Scanlon
Representative
PA
Mary Scanlon
Representative
PA
The Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026 significantly restricts the government's ability to use mail covers. This act mandates that federal entities must obtain a court order based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity before accessing mail information. Furthermore, it establishes clear requirements for preserving mail records once a legal process is initiated.
This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month to address the worsening mental health crisis and promote access to care.
Andrea Salinas
Representative
OR
Andrea Salinas
Representative
OR
This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month. It highlights the urgent and worsening national mental health crisis, citing alarming statistics across various demographics, including youth and high-risk groups. The bill aims to remove stigma, declare mental health a national priority, and support expanded funding and access to necessary services.
The Stay Cool Act coordinates federal heat response, funds community cooling centers and housing upgrades, and invests in urban green infrastructure to mitigate extreme heat risks.
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Representative
NJ
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Representative
NJ
The **Stay Cool Act** is a comprehensive bill designed to combat the dangers of extreme heat through coordinated federal response, improved public warnings, and direct aid to vulnerable seniors. It establishes significant grant programs to fund community cooling centers, upgrade public housing with air conditioning, and develop urban green spaces and water features for neighborhood cooling. Overall, the legislation aims to increase community resilience, protect residents in federally assisted housing, and ensure more equitable access to safe, cool environments during heat emergencies.
This bill mandates the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities within or against Cuba unless explicitly authorized by Congress.
Nydia Velázquez
Representative
NY
Nydia Velázquez
Representative
NY
This bill mandates the President to withdraw all U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba. This removal is required unless Congress has specifically authorized the military action. The directive is issued under the authority of the War Powers Resolution.
This bill expresses support for designating May as National Menstrual Health Awareness Month to combat stigma, improve education, and enhance access to care and resources for people who menstruate.
Grace Meng
Representative
NY
Grace Meng
Representative
NY
This bill expresses support for designating May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month." It recognizes the significant impact of menstruation stigma on health, education, and economic opportunity for women and girls. The resolution aims to normalize menstruation, improve education, and expand access to menstrual health care and research.
This bill establishes the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum, designates its site on the National Mall, and sets requirements for its mission, construction, and diverse representation of viewpoints.
Nicole Malliotakis
Representative
NY
Nicole Malliotakis
Representative
NY
This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.
This bill extends the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program for an additional five years and modifies extension criteria for participating hospitals.
Randy Feenstra
Representative
IA
Randy Feenstra
Representative
IA
This bill, the "Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Reauthorization," extends the existing rural community hospital demonstration program for an additional five years, making it a 20-year program. It also updates the criteria for an additional extension period to cover certain hospitals that join the program between late 2024 and early 2027.
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives to achieve zero traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways by the year 2050 through policy advancement and a safe systems approach.
Janice Schakowsky
Representative
IL
Janice Schakowsky
Representative
IL
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives to eliminate all traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways by the year 2050. It highlights extensive data showing the preventable nature of current traffic deaths, injuries, and associated costs. The bill calls on Congress and the Department of Transportation to adopt a data-driven, safe systems approach to prioritize proven safety countermeasures.