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in committee · Delaware · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 8582: Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act

This bill, titled the Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act, aims to cancel specific regulations issued by the Department of State. It directly affects the federal government by prohibiting any department or agency from enforcing, implementing, or proposing rules related to protecting life, combating discriminatory equity ideology, and combating gender ideology in foreign aid programs. The legislation treats these cancelled rules as if they never existed, effectively nullifying their impact on future foreign assistance policies.
Grace Meng (D) · 173 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SJRES 99: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services relating to "Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents".

This joint resolution (SJRES 99) seeks congressional disapproval of a specific U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) rule that removed automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). The rule, published in the Federal Register on October 30, 2025, ended the prior practice of automatically extending work permits for certain immigrants while their renewal applications were pending. If approved, this resolution would block the rule from taking effect, restoring the automatic extension process for EAD holders. The policy change directly affects non-citizens in the U.S. who hold EADs and are waiting for renewal processing, preventing potential gaps in work authorization.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestores automatic EAD extensions, preventing work authorization gaps for immigrants awaiting renewal, directly protecting immigrant employment rights.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRestores automatic EAD extensions, preventing work authorization gaps for immigrant workers and protecting their continuous employment rights.95% confidence
Jacky Rosen (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 749: Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025

This bill extends increased dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It directly affects the spouses of veterans whose death was caused by ALS, specifically those who died on or after October 1, 2022. The key provision amends a law to treat veterans who died from ALS as if they had the disease for the required period before death, removing a prior time requirement for compensation eligibility. This change ensures surviving spouses qualify for the same benefits previously available only to veterans with longer ALS diagnoses.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands veteran benefits by removing time requirements for ALS-deceased veterans' spouses to receive increased dependency compensation, directly advancing benefits for surviving spouses.95% confidence
Lisa Murkowski (R) · 12 co-sponsors
passed · Delaware · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 697: A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship.

This Senate resolution formally welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States for a state visit where the King will address a joint session of Congress. The document highlights the long-standing diplomatic and security partnership between the two nations, noting shared values and cooperation on issues like defense and technology. It also marks the occasion as the first time a British monarch has addressed Congress since 1991, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American independence.
James E. Risch (R) · 32 co-sponsors
passed · Delaware · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 694: A resolution designating April 2026 as "Financial Literacy Month".

This resolution designates April 2026 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal finance education. The bill calls on the federal government, states, schools, businesses, and other organizations to hold programs and activities during this month. It is based on data showing high levels of financial stress, debt, and a lack of financial education among many Americans.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes financial literacy education in schools, aligning with enhancing student programs and educational access.85% confidence
Jack Reed (D) · 28 co-sponsors
passed · Delaware · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 692: A resolution designating the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week".

This resolution designates the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week" to highlight the importance of home visiting programs for families. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the work of over 20,000 home visitors who support parents and children across the United States. By formally acknowledging these efforts, the Senate aims to raise awareness about how such programs help strengthen family relationships and promote healthy child development.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a week to recognize home visiting programs that support families and children, highlighting their importance in healthcare and social services.75% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4411: Investing in the American Dream Act

The Investing in the American Dream Act expands eligibility for Small Business Administration loans to include businesses owned by certain immigrants, such as refugees, asylees, and individuals with deferred action. To qualify, these businesses must be located in the United States and at least 51 percent owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or nationals of the United States. The law explicitly states that businesses meeting these ownership and location requirements cannot be denied loans solely because they are owned by eligible immigrants. Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not grant the SBA authority to increase the 51 percent ownership threshold for any type of loan.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands SBA loan eligibility to businesses owned by refugees, asylees, and deferred action individuals, directly supporting immigrant economic integration.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands SBA loan eligibility for immigrant-owned businesses, facilitating access to capital for employment creation and economic stability.75% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 23 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8563: Investing in the American Dream Act

The Investing in the American Dream Act expands eligibility for Small Business Administration loans to include small businesses owned by certain non-citizens. Specifically, it allows businesses to qualify if they are at least 51 percent owned and controlled by individuals who are lawfully present in the United States and authorized to work, such as refugees, asylees, permanent residents, and specific nonimmigrant visa holders. The bill also permits businesses owned by individuals living outside the United States to apply for these loans. This change aims to broaden access to federal financial support for small enterprises by removing previous restrictions based on the citizenship or permanent residency status of the business owners.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands SBA loan eligibility to lawfully present non-citizens, directly supporting immigrant economic integration and access to services.90% confidence
Nydia M. Velázquez (D) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SRES 688: A resolution expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

This Senate resolution expresses support for library staff across public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States. It highlights the essential services libraries provide, such as equitable internet access, social support, and community resources, while calling for adequate funding at all government levels. The measure reaffirms the right of citizens to freely access information and explicitly supports the ability of library workers to unionize and collectively bargain. Additionally, it defends the civil rights of library staff against intimidation and censorship, noting recent challenges like book bans and the potential elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly calls for adequate funding for libraries and supports unionization, indicating a stance to fund essential public services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports school libraries, advocates for equitable internet access, and calls for adequate funding to strengthen educational resources.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly supports a strong union voice for library workers and defends their civil rights, directly advancing collective bargaining and worker protections.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly supports equitable internet access and defends civil rights to freely access information, aligning with digital equity goals.85% confidence
Mazie K. Hirono (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4384: Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026

The Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 aims to speed up care decisions and increase transparency for Medicare Advantage enrollees by establishing strict time limits for insurance plan responses to requests for coverage authorization. Beginning in 2028, plans must provide real-time approvals for low-risk services, respond to other authorization requests within 72 hours, and automatically pay claims for authorized services without manual review. The bill also prohibits plans from requiring new authorizations for clinically necessary changes to already approved treatments and mandates that medical necessity standards match those used in traditional Medicare. To ensure accountability, the legislation introduces a new compliance scoring system that could reduce payments to plans failing to meet these requirements and adds a specific domain to the public star ratings based on adherence to these rules.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves Medicare Advantage by speeding up care decisions, increasing transparency, and reducing administrative barriers to patient access.95% confidence
Roger Marshall (R) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Delaware · Senate Apr 22, 2026

SRES 686: A resolution recognizing the significance of Community College Month in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.

This Senate resolution formally acknowledges April as Community College Month to honor the role of over 1,000 institutions in providing affordable higher education and workforce training. The bill does not change any laws or allocate funding; instead, it serves as a symbolic statement recognizing how these colleges support economic prosperity and serve diverse student populations. By highlighting statistics on enrollment, tuition costs, and economic impact, the resolution aims to raise public awareness about the value of community colleges without imposing new requirements.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes Community College Month to honor institutions providing affordable higher education and workforce training, promoting educational access and economic prosperity.85% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Delaware · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4379: Russia’s War on Faith Act

This bill, titled the Russia's War on Faith Act, mandates that the U.S. government create a detailed annual report documenting religious persecution in Ukrainian territories currently occupied by Russian forces. The required reports must list specific actions taken against various religious groups, such as the destruction of worship sites, the detention of clergy, and efforts to force communities to align with the Russian Orthodox Church. Following each report, the President must certify whether individuals or entities listed for these abuses should face financial sanctions under existing U.S. laws. If the President agrees that sanctions are warranted, the bill authorizes the blocking of property and other penalties against those responsible for the documented violations.
John Kennedy (R) · 9 co-sponsors
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