Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Senate Nominations En Bloc Motion
A Senate procedural measure allowing en bloc consideration of executive nominations; does not confirm anyone by itself.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 217.
Disability Pride Month Resolution
A non-binding House resolution designates July as Disability Pride Month to promote awareness and inclusion, without creating new rights or funding.
Introduced
Biosimilar Interchangeability Reform
Proposal to make most biosimilars automatically interchangeable with their references after licensure or a short transition, reducing switching-study requirements and guiding FDA guidance updates.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 521.
Suits over war powers
a resolution directs the speaker to start or join lawsuits asserting legislative authority over executive military actions under war powers.
Introduced
National Day for Cowboys
A symbolic resolution recognizing cowboy culture and contributions without creating a holiday or entitlements.
Introduced
Credit reporting protections during shutdown
Protects employees affected by a lapse in appropriations from adverse credit reporting for payments delayed by furloughs, treating them as timely.
Introduced
Health IT Grants for Providers
Creates a three-year grant program under HHS to help skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, and home health agencies adopt health information technology and improve care coordination.
Introduced
Medicaid SSI alignment for child benefits
A bill would treat some recipients of child’s insurance benefits as SSI for Medicaid eligibility if they would qualify without those benefits, in determinations under state plans or waivers.
Introduced
Stop Super Speeders ISA
Proposes state-administered programs requiring active intelligent speed assistance devices to limit vehicle speed for repeat speeding offenders, with penalties for noncompliance, within federal highway safety authorities.
Introduced
Medicare attorney fee reimbursement
This measure would allow certain DME suppliers to recover attorney fees and litigation costs from Medicare contractors when a final appeal reverses an initial denial.
Introduced
Rotunda tribute authorization
A concurrent resolution would authorize one-day use of the Capitol rotunda for a memorial tribute.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Test Strips for Fentanyl and Xylazine
Establishes federal guidance and training on fentanyl and xylazine test strips, with a study on how access affects overdoses and treatment engagement.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 0.
Rural flood resilience funding update
Expands targeted flood resilience funding for rural and tribal communities through SAFE Rural Fund and mandatory BRIC participation, with streamlined applications and capacity grants to improve planning and projects.
Introduced
Ballot Mail Rule Freeze
This measure freezes USPS ballot mail rules through January 3, 2027, preventing new requirements for senders or recipients from taking effect during that period.
Introduced
senate majority committee assignments resolution
A resolution designates majority-party members and chairs on key committees for the 119th Congress.
Introduced
World Cup ceremonial welcome resolution
A ceremonial resolution recognizing the 2026 World Cup and joint hosting by three nations, with no funding or changes.
Introduced
Ceremonial recognition of Hurricanes
A ceremonial resolution congratulating the Hurricanes on their 2026 Stanley Cup victory and noting the team's community programs.
Introduced
Prison to Proprietorship Act
Expands entrepreneurship training for inmates via SBA-supported centers, with in-prison courses, one-on-one help, and post-release support.
Introduced
Postpartum Medicaid Coverage Expansion
Extends postpartum coverage to at least one year with full benefits, adds oral health, and funds maternity care home programs.
Introduced
Enhance Export License Administration
Changes how export licenses are reviewed and issued. Exporters and government agencies may see new steps, timelines, or reporting.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Medicaid Buy-In for Workers with Disabilities
Expands Medicaid buy-in eligibility for working adults with disabilities, removing age cap and allowing those with higher earnings to keep coverage.
Introduced
Disability Pride Month Observance
A non-binding, symbolic measure urging observance of Disability Pride Month and promoting inclusion and anti-discrimination, without creating new rights or funding.
Introduced
Funding for elder benefits outreach
This proposal would provide additional funding for SHIPs, AAAs, and ADRCs to expand outreach and enrollment for older and low-income people from 2026 to 2030.
Introduced
Extends customs waters to 24 nautical miles
Extends the customs enforcement zone from 12 to 24 nautical miles, enabling inspections and interdiction farther from shore.
Introduced