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in committee · Colorado · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9199: Permanent Trump Secure Border Act

This bill, titled the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act, aims to strengthen border security and reform immigration enforcement by directing the Department of Homeland Security to resume and complete the construction of a physical border wall, expand the use of surveillance technology, and increase staffing levels for Border Patrol agents. It also imposes stricter rules on asylum eligibility and employment authorization for applicants, mandates the reopening of specific immigration detention facilities, and requires the return of individuals arriving from contiguous foreign countries to those nations while their claims are processed. Additionally, the legislation expands penalties for visa overstays, limits the use of certain digital tools like the CBP One app, and includes provisions to reduce funding for organizations that facilitate illegal entry or provide services to inadmissible aliens.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts asylum eligibility, mandates stricter enforcement, and limits immigrant protections.95% confidence
Chip Roy (R) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9070: OPEN Act

The OPEN Act establishes stricter rules for immigration enforcement by granting Members of Congress unrestricted access to detention facilities and requiring the Department of Homeland Security to publicly report incidents involving excessive force or misconduct. It mandates that detained individuals receive timely access to legal counsel, family members, and medical care, while also setting new standards for transporting detainees safely and ensuring they are informed of facility transfers. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of administrative warrants to enter private homes without consent and requires judicial warrants for arrests, while also imposing penalties on facilities that fail to meet safety standards.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances accountability and protects civil rights by mandating oversight, access to counsel, and reporting on misconduct within detention facilities.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates that detained individuals receive timely access to medical care, which directly supports healthcare access for a vulnerable population.60% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill strengthens protections for detained immigrants by mandating access to legal counsel, medical care, and family, while requiring DHS to report misconduct.95% confidence
Joe Neguse (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9068: TRUST Act

The TRUST Act establishes new hiring standards for immigration enforcement officers, requiring applicants to be at least 20 years old, possess a high school diploma, and undergo rigorous background checks covering criminal history, domestic violence, and social media activity. It mandates that these officers wear specific uniforms, display visible identification badges during public interactions, and carry official ID cards while on duty. The bill also requires all officers interacting with the public to use body-worn cameras, with strict rules on when footage must be activated, retained, and released to the public in cases of misconduct or serious injury. Additionally, the legislation mandates specialized training focused on preventing wrongful detentions, de-escalation techniques, language access, and recognizing medical or mental health emergencies.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by mandating background checks, visible ID, and uniform standards for immigration officers.75% confidence
Joe Neguse (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jul 6, 2026

HR 9351: COMPASS Act

The COMPASS Act expands protections for military families under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to ensure uninterrupted schooling during permanent relocations. It allows a dependent child of a servicemember to be considered compliant with a new state's homeschooling laws if they were already following the rules of their previous state or their legal residence. This change aims to reduce administrative burdens and prevent conflicting state requirements from penalizing military families who move frequently. By aligning these rules with existing federal protections, the bill seeks to support family stability and the readiness of servicemembers during transitions.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects military families' access to education by streamlining homeschooling compliance during relocations, preventing administrative barriers.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands protections for military families and reduces administrative burdens during relocations, directly supporting veteran and dependent welfare.90% confidence
Pat Harrigan (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 9583: Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act of 2026

The Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act of 2026 directs U.S. foreign assistance toward reducing preventable deaths among mothers and children in priority countries by 2030. A central provision of the bill is the scaling up of multiple micronutrient supplement prenatal vitamins, which the legislation identifies as a highly cost-effective intervention to improve birth outcomes and reduce anemia. To implement this, the relevant foreign assistance agency must select specific countries based on malnutrition rates and vulnerability, then submit annual reports to Congress detailing progress, funding allocations, and coordination with other health programs. The act authorizes up to $150 million annually from 2026 through 2030 to support these initiatives and requires the development of a comprehensive five-year strategy with specific targets for increasing coverage of life-saving health interventions.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs foreign assistance to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths and funds cost-effective prenatal vitamin interventions.95% confidence
Young Kim (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jul 1, 2026

HR 9248: Recreation Permitting Improvement Act

The Recreation Permitting Improvement Act amends the FAST Act to explicitly include "recreation" as a covered sector for federal permitting improvements. This change directly affects projects related to recreational activities that currently fall under federal jurisdiction. By adding this specific category, the bill ensures that recreational developments receive the same streamlined permitting processes as other sectors previously listed. The legislation does not alter the underlying rules but rather clarifies the scope of projects eligible for these improvements.
Jeff Hurd (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HRES 1405: Original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution of 2026

HRES 1405 is a non-binding resolution that encourages the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The document acknowledges the historical significance of events like the Stonewall Inn uprising and highlights the ongoing struggle for equality faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual individuals. It includes a detailed list of historical milestones and legislative achievements related to LGBTQIA+ rights to provide context for the celebration. Because this measure is a resolution of recognition rather than a law, it does not create new legal obligations or change federal policy.
Al Green (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9557: Ounce of Prevention Act

The Ounce of Prevention Act allows communities receiving federal Community Development Block Grants to use those funds for projects that reduce risks from weather-related disasters. This legislation expands the definition of eligible activities to include measures that protect health and welfare by lessening the impact of future hazards, such as building new structures or rehabilitating existing ones in high-risk areas. To support these efforts, the bill requires grantees to submit plans detailing how they will address specific disaster needs and mandates that the Department of Housing and Urban Development provide technical assistance. Additionally, the act permits communities to treat assisted housing units as a single structure for regulatory purposes and sets a deadline for the Secretary to issue new rules formalizing these mitigation efforts.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds disaster risk reduction and infrastructure resilience, which protects natural resources and reduces environmental damage from hazards.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands CDBG funds to include building and rehabilitating structures in high-risk areas, directly supporting housing development and protection.75% confidence
Sam T. Liccardo (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9535: Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026

The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program by transferring administrative authority to the Department of Homeland Security and introducing a unified online platform to streamline applications for employers and workers. Key provisions include establishing new housing standards with mandatory inspections, creating a system for staggered worker entry and exit, and allowing workers to transfer between employers without losing their status. The bill also defines specific job classifications for wage calculations, expands the scope of covered agricultural activities, and provides legal protections for employers who document the employment of workers seeking visa status. Additionally, it requires agencies to develop a heat illness prevention plan and allows for contract termination due to natural disasters.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes new mandatory housing inspection standards for H-2A workers, directly strengthening housing protections and safety.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill improves workplace safety via housing standards and inspections, and protects worker rights by allowing employer transfers without status loss.85% confidence
Glenn Thompson (R) · 60 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9432: LIFT the BAR Act

The LIFT the BAR Act aims to restore access to federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens by repealing several restrictions imposed by the 1996 welfare reform law and a 2024 reconciliation bill. Specifically, it would allow eligible noncitizens to receive SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, CHIP, and child nutrition programs, while also updating legal terminology to refer to "noncitizens" rather than "aliens" in relevant statutes. The legislation includes provisions to ensure these individuals can qualify for premium tax credits and would require federal agencies to issue implementation guidance within 180 days of enactment.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid and CHIP access for eligible noncitizens, directly increasing healthcare coverage and patient access.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restores federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens and updates terminology to 'noncitizens', directly supporting immigrant access to services.95% confidence
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 102 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9282: Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act

This bill, titled the Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to make specific federal recreational lands and waters free of admission fees on designated dates throughout the year. The key provision mandates that these free access days include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the first day of National Park Week, Juneteenth, Great American Outdoors Day, National Public Lands Day, and Veterans Day. Additionally, the legislation grants the Secretary the authority to establish extra fee-free days beyond those listed. These changes directly affect visitors to national parks and other federal recreational areas by providing them with guaranteed free entry on these holidays and observances.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes public access to national parks and public lands, fostering conservation awareness and stewardship of natural resources.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill includes Veterans Day as a fee-free access day for national parks, recognizing veteran service and providing public benefit.75% confidence
Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 6835: Veterans STAND Act

The Veterans STAND Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide annual preventative health assessments to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders. These assessments cover risks for health complications, chronic pain management, dietary needs, prosthetic equipment, and access to assistive technologies like spinal cord neuromodulation devices. The VA must consult with medical specialists and device manufacturers when creating guidelines and submit yearly reports to Congress on veterans' use of these services and devices. This policy directly affects veterans with spinal cord injuries by ensuring regular, tailored health evaluations to improve long-term management and independence.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates VA preventative health assessments, chronic pain management, and access to assistive medical devices for spinal cord injury veterans, improving patient access and care continuity.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates annual preventative health assessments for spinal cord injury veterans, covering chronic pain, prosthetics, and assistive tech, improving VA healthcare services95% confidence
Jack Bergman (R) · 21 co-sponsors
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