This concurrent resolution expresses support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day established in 2009 to honor the transgender community and raise awareness of the discrimination and violence they face. The bill encourages the House of Representatives and the American public to observe this day with ceremonies and activities while recognizing the accomplishments and leadership of transgender individuals. It acknowledges ongoing challenges such as employment discrimination, healthcare restrictions, and anti-transgender legislation, while also highlighting the community's contributions to politics, culture, and civil rights. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or regulations but serves as an official statement of congressional support for the day's goals and ideals.
The Maternal Vaccination Act amends the Public Health Service Act to expand a federal campaign focused on increasing vaccination rates among pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children. This legislation directly affects public health programs by updating language to explicitly include these populations and directing funding toward outreach efforts that address disparities among racial and ethnic minority groups. Key provisions modify existing sections of the Public Health Service Act to broaden the campaign's scope and increase the authorized funding amount from $15 million to $17 million per fiscal year for the period 2027 through 2031. The bill aims to improve vaccination equity by ensuring federal resources specifically target maternal and pediatric immunization efforts.
This concurrent resolution formally recognizes the ongoing disparity between wages paid to men and women in the United States and reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay. It highlights statistical data showing that women earn approximately 81 cents for every dollar earned by men, with significant variations across racial and ethnic groups, and notes that the gender wage gap has widened over the past two years. The document also identifies contributing factors such as occupational segregation, lack of family-friendly workplace policies, and workplace harassment, while emphasizing the economic impact on women's retirement security and family incomes.
This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Department of Labor rule that changes how the Adverse Effect Wage Rate is calculated for H-2A temporary agricultural workers. If passed, it would nullify the new methodology, reverting to the previous wage calculation standards. The bill directly affects employers and workers involved in temporary agricultural employment by restoring the prior regulatory framework. It uses the congressional review process to disapprove the specific rule published in October 2025.
This resolution formally recognizes March 2026 as National Middle-Level Education Month to highlight the importance of schools serving students in grades 5 through 10. It acknowledges the critical role these institutions play in supporting young adolescents during a key period of physical, intellectual, and emotional development. The measure encourages the public to engage with and celebrate middle schools, which are essential for preparing students for college, careers, and citizenship.
This bill directs the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to commission and install a statue of Shirley Chisholm in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol. The legislation requires the committee to secure the statue within two years of enactment and authorizes the Architect of the Capitol to handle related contracts on the committee's behalf. Funding is authorized to cover the costs of obtaining and placing the statue, with appropriated funds remaining available until used. This measure directly affects the Capitol's art collection and honors Shirley Chisholm through physical representation in the legislative building.
The Plug Offshore Wells Act requires the Secretary of the Interior to submit an annual report to Congress and make it publicly available. This report will detail the status of decommissioning offshore oil and gas wells, platforms, and pipelines. It must include information on the number of decommissioning applications received, instances where decommissioning deadlines were missed, and the status of enforcement actions by the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. The report will also specify the number of wells and platforms approved for decommissioning in place, and the lengths of pipelines either decommissioned in place or fully removed.
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for military force in or against Cuba from its enactment until December 31, 2026, unless Congress declares war or passes specific statutory authorization. The restriction applies to all government funds and prevents military actions without congressional approval under the War Powers Resolution. An exception allows military force consistent with the War Powers Resolution's provisions for urgent situations requiring immediate action. The legislation directly affects the U.S. Department of Defense and federal budget processes by limiting how funds can be used for military operations targeting Cuba.
The STOP Corrupt Bets Act of 2026 prohibits the trading of contracts based on political elections, government actions, sporting events, and military operations on regulated exchanges. This restriction applies to agreements, transactions, or swaps involving these topics unless they are used for legitimate hedging or commercial risk mitigation. The bill directs the Comptroller General to study prediction markets, including issues like insider trading and impacts on young adults, and submit findings to Congress within 60 days of enactment. It also clarifies that the law does not override state gambling regulations.
This bill amends the Congressional Accountability Act to require Members of Congress and other employing offices to reimburse the Treasury for settlement amounts and awards paid in employment discrimination cases, including retaliation claims. It also allows individuals whose claims are initially dismissed to file amended versions within 10 days, giving them another chance to pursue their case before being barred from a formal hearing. Additionally, the Office of Employee Advocacy may provide assistance to covered employees filing civil actions related to employment violations, even after the lawsuit has been filed. These changes apply to claims made on or after the bill's enactment date.
This bill requires group health plans and health insurers that cover obstetrical services to also cover infertility and iatrogenic infertility treatments, including procedures like in vitro fertilization and egg freezing. It defines infertility as the inability to achieve pregnancy after 12 months of unprotected intercourse or after standard medical treatment, and iatrogenic infertility as fertility damage caused by medical procedures such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. The legislation establishes coverage standards that cannot be more restrictive than those applied to other medical benefits, prohibits penalties against providers for offering these services, and requires annual compliance reporting to the federal government.
The STOP Suicide Act establishes a new grant program to fund stabilization services for individuals experiencing acute suicidal thoughts. These grants will be awarded competitively to eligible entities such as community health centers, crisis centers, schools, and tribal organizations to support evidence-based interventions that reduce immediate suicide risk. The program authorizes up to $30 million annually from 2027 to 2031 and requires recipients to submit plans for sustaining services after grant funding ends. Grants may support outpatient care, virtual services, and peer support in the least restrictive settings appropriate for each individual's needs.
