Legislative Activity

The Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026 mandates that colleges prioritizing federal student aid disbursements to individuals flagged for potential identity fraud undergo increased federal oversight. To avoid this priority review status, institutions must implement rigorous, verified identity confirmation procedures for flagged applicants. This legislation aims to enhance the integrity of federal student aid programs by holding schools accountable for verifying student identities.

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 is a comprehensive bill that reauthorizes and modifies nearly all major federal agricultural programs through 2031. It focuses on providing enhanced disaster assistance for farmers, strengthening domestic food supply chains, and modernizing conservation, trade, and rural development initiatives. The legislation also includes significant reforms to nutrition assistance, crop insurance, and oversight of foreign investment in U.S. farmland.

This resolution supports the goals of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month by recognizing CTE's vital role in preparing students for high-demand, high-skill careers. It affirms that CTE is crucial for American economic competitiveness and encourages promotion of these educational pathways. The resolution celebrates the contributions of CTE programs across the nation.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania. The facility will now be known as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building." This designation will apply to all future official federal references to the building.

This resolution officially recognizes February 8, 2026, as "Scouting America Day" to celebrate the organization's 116th anniversary. It honors Scouting America's long history of teaching youth self-reliance, character, and civic leadership. The bill also acknowledges the significant achievements of its members, like the Eagle Scout rank, and the dedication of its volunteers.

This bill establishes the daily meeting schedule for the House of Representatives, setting specific start times for Monday through Thursday. Generally, the House will convene at 2 p.m. on Mondays and noon from Tuesday through Thursday. These set times will be in effect unless the House votes to adopt a different schedule.

This resolution formally notifies the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives has been established. It confirms the House is present and prepared to proceed with legislative business.

This bill establishes a two-member committee, appointed by the Speaker, to officially notify the President when the House of Representatives has achieved a quorum and is prepared to receive communications. This formal notification ensures efficient communication between the House and the President.

The Health Care Worker and First Responder Fairness Act exempts certain earnings made by healthcare professionals and first responders from the Social Security retirement earnings test. This exemption specifically covers wages earned during the COVID-19 pandemic period (January 31, 2020, to May 11, 2023). Furthermore, the bill establishes a mechanism to exclude similar pandemic-related earnings from benefit calculations during future declared public health emergencies. This aims to provide financial fairness to essential workers who continued working while collecting Social Security benefits.

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), recognizing its landmark achievement in guaranteeing a free, appropriate public education for every child with a disability. It honors the law's transformative impact since 1975, which ensured access, protected rights, and established critical early intervention services. The resolution reaffirms the commitment to fully implementing IDEA so all students with disabilities have the opportunity to thrive.

This resolution expresses support for designating November 2025 as "National Career Development Month." It recognizes the vital role of career development in individual success and economic competitiveness. The bill affirms the value of career professionals and encourages broad participation in career development activities across all stages of life.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating a specific week in October 2025 as "Careers in Energy Week." It aims to honor the vital contributions of the energy workforce and highlight the numerous rewarding career opportunities available across the sector. Furthermore, the bill encourages educational partnerships to promote necessary skills and prepare the future workforce for the evolving energy industry.

This resolution expresses the support of Congress for designating October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week." It recognizes 4-H as a vital youth development organization that empowers nearly six million young people through hands-on learning in areas like science, health, and civic engagement. The bill celebrates 4-H's role in fostering confident, compassionate leaders across the nation.

This resolution reaffirms the deep, long-standing friendship and vital strategic partnership between the United States and Germany. It celebrates shared democratic values, significant economic ties, and crucial cooperation on global security challenges, including support for Ukraine. The bill highlights the historical contributions of German Americans and the importance of continued bilateral engagement.

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that all future U.S. trade agreements must require partner nations to provide reasonable access and collaboration for the search and recovery of missing U.S. service members. It directs that cooperation on accounting for Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) be a mandatory component of international trade partnerships. The goal is to streamline and accelerate efforts to bring closure for families of personnel missing from past conflicts.

The HEALTH Act of 2025 permanently updates Medicare rules for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) regarding telehealth. This legislation permanently recognizes audio-only calls as reimbursable telehealth services and removes geographic location requirements for patients receiving care from these clinics. Furthermore, it ensures permanent payment parity for these telehealth visits, treating them as standard outpatient services for billing purposes.

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of September 14, 2025, as "Celebrate Community Week." It recognizes the collaborative, nationwide volunteer efforts of four major international service organizations: Kiwanis, Lions Clubs, Optimist, and Rotary International. The bill applauds these groups for their commitment to community service and for instilling these values in young people.

The United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to modernize grain inspection by prioritizing the adoption of new grading technology for improved accuracy and efficiency. It extends key operational authorizations and funding mechanisms for the grain inspection system through 2030. The bill also mandates annual reporting on technology evaluation and efficiency improvements for the grain export industry.

The Counseling for Career Choice Act updates federal education funding to strengthen career guidance and counseling programs in schools. This legislation mandates that these programs align student options with current local workforce needs and requires counselors to provide personalized planning, financial literacy awareness, and exposure to real-world experiences like apprenticeships. Furthermore, the Act encourages strong partnerships between schools and local workforce development boards to ensure students have access to up-to-date career information and support.

The Growing Opportunities in Agriculture Act (GO Ag Act) establishes a new competitive grant program to fund the creation of innovative, high-quality agricultural education programs in high schools. These grants, limited to $100,000 per entity, are intended to develop new curricula, support work-based learning, and fund leadership training. Recipients must report annually on program performance, with a total authorization of $5 million through FY 2028.