American Legislation

A concurrent resolution would authorize Emancipation Hall to host a June 24, 2026 ceremony dedicating a time capsule for the 250th anniversary.

Prints the Declaration of Independence into U.S. law and names it an organic law. It is mostly symbolic and does not create new rights or duties.

Recognizes June 19, 2026 as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and encourages public awareness, screening, and research. It does not create new funding or services.

Buy now, pay later plans with up to four interest-free payments would be treated like credit cards. The consumer bureau must write rules within 180 days.

Creates a Justice Department team to coordinate crypto theft investigations, help local police, and trace stolen funds. The team reports each year to Congress.

People can sue federal employees who use or push AI to block or change lawful speech. This lets victims seek money or court orders to stop the harm.

The VA must publish a plan in 30 days to help veterans move into advanced manufacturing jobs. It studies barriers and recommends actions but does not fund them.

Investment firms must notify the Defense Department before buying 25% or more of major defense suppliers. The Defense Department will review deals and report findings to antitrust agencies and Congress.

Removes federal limits that slow wind, solar, and geothermal projects. It speeds approvals, protects funding, and ends a trade probe on turbine imports.

Gives rural childcare projects priority for certain USDA loans and grants in 2027–2029. That may help more childcare centers open or improve in small towns.

About 40 acres at Wounded Knee become tribal restricted fee land in Pine Ridge Reservation. The tribes control use and the land is tax-exempt.

House resolution would dismiss the Texas 30th District election contest for untimely filing.

Resolution would dismiss a January 9, 2025 election contest filed in Florida's 14th District for late filing.

The Agriculture Department will run TV, radio, and billboard ads in infested areas saying spotted lanternflies are an invasive pest and to kill any you see.

Creates grants to study and fight pests that harm tropical crops. It lets the Agriculture Department fund research, surveys, and areawide pest programs through 2030.

USDA will prioritize rural loans and grants for projects that expand childcare in farming communities. This may create more local care for young children and help parents work.

The bill would block U.S.-linked property of foreign persons meeting criteria and bar their visas, with waivers and 180-day Congressional reports.

It cancels about $7.9 billion in unspent foreign aid and some public broadcasting funds. Refugee help, peacekeeping, and overseas projects may lose money.

People who are aged, blind, or disabled won't have Settlement Trust interests counted for benefit eligibility. For five years, trust payments to those people are also excluded.

Allows village corporations to reclaim land held in trust when a local government never formed. They assume leases and keep public road access rights.

Requires electronic health papers, permanent ID, and permits before dogs enter the U.S. Importers and carriers must follow rules or face fines and costs.

Importers must submit electronic vet certificates and permanent ID before dogs enter the U.S. Dogs for transfer need permits and must be at least six months old.

Keeps federal grants that link addiction treatment, housing, and job training. Lets grantees use some funds for transportation and requires tracking employment outcomes.