Federal
American Legislation
119th Congress1st Session
National Park Genomics Pilot
A 10-year USGS-led pilot to collect, sequence, and publicly share genomes from National Park species, safeguard samples in U.S. facilities, and coordinate access with tribal governments and biosecurity standards.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
FEAT Act
Lets certain Interior cases be moved to federal court within 60 days for a new de novo review.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
Gateway Arch Boundary Revision Act
Updates the park name, acreage, and map that define the Gateway Arch National Park boundary.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
Withdraw Forces From Oman
Require removal of armed forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Sultanate of Oman.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
National Voter Registration Day
Senate agreed to recognize September 15, 2026, as National Voter Registration Day and urged eligible citizens to register, check their registration, and vote.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4762-4763; text: CR S4761)
Residential resilience pilot
Pilot program to fund home retrofits for disaster resilience through FEMA, prioritizing financial need and updated building codes.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 616.
Bundling late-term rule disapprovals
This proposal would let Congress combine multiple late-term rule disapprovals into one joint resolution.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 564.
Duplication and Overlap Review Act
GAO must review reported bills for duplicative programs, notify CBO, and publish findings to help avoid overlap.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 566.
ZIP Code change pilot
A pilot allowing USPS to accept funds or in-kind support from state, local, and Tribal entities to offset ZIP Code change costs.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 578.
Postal Service executive pay ties
A proposal to connect top postal executives' bonuses to on-time delivery performance and require a new reporting step to a regulator.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 570.
Patriot Week Memorial Resolution
A symbolic Senate designation of Patriot Week in 2026 to honor September 11, with no mandatory actions or funding.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4690)
Africa Critical Minerals Partnerships
Calls to diversify critical mineral supply by supporting investment, partnerships, and a 5-year strategy with African mineral producers.
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Jackson (IL) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H. Res. 179, a resolution originally introduced by Representative Cherfilus-McCormick for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Ballot Receipt Deadline for Federal Elections
Proposes a federal rule to set a deadline for ballot receipt in federal races; full text unknown, details TBD.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
nuclear export financing change
This measure would modify the existing ban on exports of U.S. financing for civil nuclear energy, with unclear outcomes for jobs, safety oversight, and international lending.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Tribal Budget Consultation
Requires a formal process for tribal consultations on budget decisions affecting tribal programs.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
anti-corruption bureau
Establishes a dedicated bureau to investigate corruption, coordinate enforcement, and oversee anti-corruption efforts with safeguards.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S4372-4385; Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4371-4372)
Health workforce training funding reauthorization
Reauthorizes and increases funding for health workforce programs, focusing on pediatrics, underserved children, and Area Health Education Centers.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 529.
Ballot receipt deadline for elections
Requires federal election ballots to be received by the close of polls. Excludes military and overseas voters under UOCAVA.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Secure Release of Detainees in China
Urges the President to press for release, proof of life, and medical and legal access for several named detainees during meetings with Xi Jinping.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283; text: CR S2282)
Sunset Section 230 Act
Repeals Section 230, updates many federal statutes, effective two years after enactment.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
North Pacific Research Board Enhancement
Adds Alaska Native board member and allows temporary waiver or increase of a 15% administrative spending cap for North Pacific Research Board grants.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 189.
Name change for reserve organization
Renames the federally chartered veterans group and restates its governing rules, including name exclusivity and records requirements.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Protecting Communities Act of 2025
Updates background-check records, changes mental-health definitions, boosts federal gun prosecutions, and adjusts interstate transport and gun commerce rules.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Great Lakes Day Designation
Designates March 6, 2025, as Great Lakes Day and urges preservation and protection, including Lake St. Clair.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.