American Legislation

Lawmakers would block a joint resolution targeting a U.S. military sale to Israel, including bulldozers and related services, under Transmittal No. 24-38.

Geothermal research bill would create federal programs and training, authorizing up to $127 million annually from 2027 to 2031.

The bill proposes sanctions, aid restrictions, and reporting requirements related to El Salvador.

Allows a land swap so a private parcel becomes National Forest land. It may change ownership and public access for the small federal parcel.

Police may start vehicle chases unless a supervisor deems them too risky, futile, or unnecessary. The Justice Department will study public chase alerts for possible use.

Gives certain foster or emancipated students permission to use federal housing vouchers for on-campus housing. That aid will not count as income for some federal benefits.

The VA may contact veterans by mail, text, chat, email, and other electronic messages through Solid Start. Veterans could get messages in more ways than before.

Designates May to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander history and contributions. It urges events and learning but creates no new rules or funding.

Makes it a federal crime to injure journalists while they gather news. Offenders can face prison up to three or six years depending on injury.

Creates grants for state paid family leave programs and a network to coordinate leave rules and claims across states.

This bill moves NASA's headquarters near major launch sites within one year. It could require staff moves and bring jobs to the area.

Bill would allow private-sector workers to take paid time off instead of overtime pay if they meet a 1,000-hour threshold, with accrual up to 160 hours and five-year sunset.

Lawmakers would remove overtime exemption for truckers under the FLSA.

The bill orders the USDA to study and design crop insurance for mushroom farms and growing media. The agency must report to Congress in two years.

Most new federal rules expire after five years unless Congress reauthorizes them. This could make rules less stable for businesses and public services.

The bill makes many fentanyl-like chemicals Schedule I, adding strict controls. It removes one automatic prison minimum so judges may give different terms.

Most federal workers get a 3.3% base raise and a 1% locality boost for 2026.

Sellers can claim a small tax credit when they sell qualifying gun storage devices for the first time. Consumers might see lower prices if sellers pass the savings on.

Qualifying rural emergency hospitals could buy outpatient drugs at 340B discounted prices. Only hospitals meeting specific ownership or contract rules would qualify.

DHS must detain unlawfully present noncitizens arrested for certain crimes and hold them until removal is finished. Removal cases must be completed within 90 days.

Stops people from deducting abortion payments as medical expenses on federal tax returns. Itemizers who paid for abortions may pay more in taxes.

Stops federal vaccine and testing mandates for federal workers, contractors, and some health providers. Employers can still set their own rules.