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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4608: Federal Death Penalty Prohibition Act

The Federal Death Penalty Prohibition Act bans the imposition of the death penalty for any federal crime committed on or after the date the law takes effect. It directly affects individuals currently facing or serving federal death sentences by requiring that all such cases be resentenced to a penalty other than death. This legislation removes the death penalty as a sentencing option for federal offenses and mandates a review for those already sentenced to die before the bill becomes law.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill eliminates the death penalty, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce harsh sentencing and protect civil rights.95% confidence
Richard J. Durbin (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4579: All Students Count Act of 2026

The All Students Count Act of 2026 requires schools to break down educational data into more specific categories for Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students, moving beyond broad groupings to include distinct ethnicities like Chinese, Vietnamese, and Samoan. This change mandates that states report performance metrics for these detailed subgroups within their existing accountability systems to better reflect the diverse backgrounds of these communities. The bill takes effect 18 months after enactment, allowing time for states to adjust their data collection and reporting processes to accommodate the new requirements.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances educational data collection to better reflect diverse student backgrounds, improving accountability and equity in K-12 education.95% confidence
Mazie K. Hirono (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8950: REPORTS Act

The REPORTS Act requires federal agencies to analyze how new major rules affect people living in poverty and issues of racial inequity before publishing them. Additionally, it mandates the Government Accountability Office to produce annual reports examining the economic impacts of specific government programs on these same groups. The legislation allows these analyses to optionally include an assessment of the racial wealth gap, with definitions for key terms set by the Office of Management and Budget or the Comptroller General.
Nikema Williams (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8940: Federal Death Penalty Prohibition Act

The Federal Death Penalty Prohibition Act bans the imposition of the death penalty for any federal crime committed after the law takes effect. It also requires that individuals currently sentenced to death under federal law be resentenced to a different punishment. This legislation directly affects the federal criminal justice system by eliminating capital punishment as a sentencing option.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill eliminates the death penalty, aligning with criminal justice reform efforts to reduce harsh sentencing and protect civil rights.95% confidence
Ayanna Pressley (D) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8939: Closing the HPV Testing Gap Act

The Closing the HPV Testing Gap Act directs the National Institutes of Health to conduct a comprehensive study on developing a standardized, noninvasive test for human papillomavirus in men. This research must be completed within 24 months and will involve coordination with federal agencies like the CDC and the FDA, as well as scientific experts and community stakeholders. The study aims to evaluate various testing methods, assess feasibility across diverse populations, and provide recommendations for future implementation and regulatory approval. Additionally, the bill requires an interagency working group to oversee the process and mandates a final report to Congress within 30 months outlining findings and strategies for improving cancer prevention and health equity.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates NIH to develop a noninvasive HPV test for men, improving access to screening and public health outcomes.95% confidence
LaMonica McIver (D) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8933: Dietary Supplements Access Act

The Dietary Supplements Access Act allows individuals to use funds from specific tax-advantaged health accounts to purchase dietary supplements without paying income taxes on those withdrawals. This legislation directly affects holders of Health Savings Accounts, Archer Medical Savings Accounts, and Health Flexible Spending Arrangements by permitting up to $500 per year in tax-free spending on these products, with a lower limit of $250 for married couples filing separately. The bill explicitly defines dietary supplements according to federal law but excludes energy drinks, soft drinks, and sodas from this benefit. These tax advantages will only become effective for expenses incurred after December 31, 2025.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by allowing tax-free withdrawals from health accounts for dietary supplements.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allows tax-free withdrawals from health accounts for dietary supplements, expanding access and funding for health-related products.90% confidence
Darin LaHood (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8932: Hate Crimes Commission Act of 2026

The Hate Crimes Commission Act of 2026 establishes a temporary United States Commission on Hate Crimes to investigate the rising number of bias-motivated incidents and improve how they are reported. The ten-member commission, appointed by congressional leaders and the Attorney General, will examine factors like social media's role in hate crimes and identify barriers preventing local law enforcement from fully participating in federal reporting systems. Within one year of its formation, the commission must submit a report to Congress and the President with findings and recommendations for better prevention and data collection. Additionally, the bill requires an independent audit by the Government Accountability Office to verify the accuracy of hate crime data collected by the FBI.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a commission to investigate hate crimes and improve reporting, enhancing law enforcement accountability and civil rights protection.90% confidence
Raja Krishnamoorthi (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8919: To nullify the decision and order of the Endangered Species Committee with respect to certain oil and gas activities, and for other purposes.

This bill nullifies a specific decision made by the Endangered Species Committee regarding oil and gas operations in the Gulf of America. It immediately cancels any exemptions previously granted to these activities under the Endangered Species Act and bars federal agencies from using funds to enforce the canceled order. For a three-year period starting when the bill is enacted, the committee is prohibited from issuing any new exemptions for Gulf oil and gas projects. Consequently, all standard environmental protections required by the Endangered Species Act will continue to apply fully to these activities.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill removes restrictions on Gulf oil and gas operations, facilitating fossil fuel production.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill nullifies Endangered Species Committee decisions and cancels exemptions for oil and gas activities, weakening environmental protections.95% confidence
Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8918: BIO-SCALE Act

The BIO-SCALE Act establishes a program to build at least three regional, nonprofit facilities designed to help bioindustrial companies test and scale up new technologies for producing chemicals, fuels, and materials. Funded by approximately $462 million over ten years, these open-access sites will provide large-scale equipment for public and private organizations to move innovations from the lab to commercial production without intellectual property barriers. The Department of Commerce will select facility locations through a competitive process that prioritizes areas near raw material sources and regions with existing biotech industries to promote economic growth and national security.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds bioindustrial facilities to scale production of biofuels and chemicals, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds facilities to scale bioindustrial technologies for chemicals, fuels, and materials, promoting clean energy and sustainable production methods.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds facilities to help bioindustrial companies scale new technologies for chemicals, fuels, and materials, directly advancing tech development.90% confidence
James R. Baird (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HR 8914: No Taxpayer-Funded Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026

The No Taxpayer-Funded Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 prohibits the use of federal money to pay specific settlements involving high-ranking government officials and their close associates. It bars payments to the President, Vice President, their immediate families, cabinet members, senior executive staff, political appointees, and individuals connected to these roles, as well as any entity owned by the President or Vice President. Additionally, the bill restricts settlements related to claims about the January 6 Capitol attack, foreign election interference, or previously dismissed lawsuits, while requiring Treasury reports for large settlements and allowing the government to seek repayment if rules are broken.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill restricts taxpayer-funded settlements for high-ranking officials, preventing misuse of public funds and promoting fiscal responsibility.85% confidence
Jamie Raskin (D) · 110 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · Senate May 20, 2026

SJRES 182: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program".

This joint resolution seeks to reject a specific rule issued by the Department of Education concerning the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. If passed, it would nullify the rule and prevent it from taking effect, directly impacting federal student loan policies. The measure uses a congressional disapproval process under Title 5 of the United States Code to override the department's regulatory decision. It does not create new policies but instead stops an existing proposed regulation from being implemented.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill seeks to nullify a Department of Education rule affecting federal student loans, which could restrict educational access and funding mechanisms for students.75% confidence
Tim Kaine (D) · 33 co-sponsors
in committee · Illinois · House May 20, 2026

HRES 1028: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must act urgently to end the political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt the corporate subsidies and tax advantages that fortify their power, and reinvest in the needs of the American people to defend democracy from authoritarianism.

HRES 1028 is a non-binding House resolution expressing the House's position that the U.S. must address billionaire economic and political influence. It calls for halting corporate tax breaks and subsidies, increasing taxes on the wealthy and corporations, and redirecting funds toward public services like healthcare, housing, and climate initiatives. As a resolution, it does not create new laws but states the House's view that concentrated wealth undermines democracy and requires policy changes to prioritize working people. It specifically references actions like breaking up corporate monopolies and expanding union support as part of this vision.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCalls to halt corporate tax breaks, increase taxes on wealthy/corporations, and redirect funds to public services like healthcare and climate initiatives - directly supports progressive tax and spending policies.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly directs reinvestment toward climate initiatives as part of public services, aligning with renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure funding priorities.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly states reinvesting funds toward 'climate initiatives' as part of public services, directly advancing environmental goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly lists healthcare as a priority for redirected public funds under 'reinvest in needs of American people'90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly redirects funds to housing as part of public services, aligning with funding support for housing needs.90% confidence
Rashida Tlaib (D) · 7 co-sponsors
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