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in committee · Iowa · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4648: A bill to improve transparency with respect to foreign influence on Department of Defense contractors.

This bill requires defense contractors and subcontractors to disclose information about their beneficial owners when bidding for Department of Defense contracts. It updates existing regulations to ensure that any individual with significant ownership in a bidding company is identified for government review. Additionally, the bill lowers the financial threshold for reporting foreign influence risks from $5 million to $500,000, expanding the scope of companies subject to scrutiny. These changes aim to increase transparency regarding foreign ownership within the defense industrial base without altering the underlying acquisition process.
Elizabeth Warren (D) · 1 co-sponsor
introduced · Iowa · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4632: Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026

The Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026 automatically provides federal funding for government programs if Congress fails to pass a budget by the start of a new fiscal year. This mechanism supplies money for 14-day periods that can be extended as long as the shutdown continues, ensuring essential services like food assistance and loan programs keep running without interruption. To prevent political games during these shutdowns, the bill restricts official travel for government officials and limits what Congress can debate or vote on, except for passing a new budget or addressing the national debt limit.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates automatic funding to prevent government shutdowns, ensuring essential services remain operational and protecting fiscal continuity.90% confidence
James Lankford (R) · 24 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House May 29, 2026

HR 9072: HOME for Foster Youth Act

The HOME for Foster Youth Act expands housing assistance eligibility for former foster youth by increasing the time limit to receive support from 90 days to 180 days after leaving care. It also clarifies that funds from Education and Training Vouchers are not counted as income when determining eligibility for rental assistance. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Department of Health and Human Services to coordinate efforts to modernize programs and improve access to housing and supportive services for this population.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill extends housing assistance duration for foster youth and clarifies eligibility rules, directly strengthening housing support.90% confidence
Zachary Nunn (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · House May 26, 2026

HR 9033: Timely Agreements Act

The Timely Agreements Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to approve or reject proposals from State veterans homes regarding shared healthcare resources, such as pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, within 60 days of receipt. If the Department fails to make a decision by that deadline, the proposal is automatically considered approved. Additionally, the bill ensures that providing care to eligible veterans without a formal agreement in place will not be counted as an inspection violation or deficiency. These changes aim to streamline administrative processes and prevent delays in accessing necessary healthcare services for veterans.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines VA approval processes for shared healthcare resources, improving efficiency and access to medical equipment and pharmaceuticals for veterans.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates timely VA approval of state veteran home resource sharing and prevents penalties for informal care, directly strengthening veteran healthcare access.90% confidence
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R)
passed · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

SRES 747: A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in lowering fuel prices for consumers, lessening reliance on foreign adversaries, supporting rural communities, and reducing carbon impacts.

This Senate resolution formally designates May 2026 as Renewable Fuels Month to honor the contributions of biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel. The bill highlights how these fuels support rural economies, create jobs, and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign oil. It also notes the environmental benefits, such as lower greenhouse gas emissions and improved air quality, without imposing any new laws or regulations.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes renewable fuels to lower prices, reduce foreign reliance, and cut carbon emissions.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill designates Renewable Fuels Month to honor biofuels that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality, explicitly citing environmental benefits.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes renewable fuels to lower prices and reduce emissions, aligning with sustainable transportation goals.80% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4639: IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act

This bill, known as the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act, strengthens protections and incentives for individuals who report tax violations to the Internal Revenue Service. It ensures that whistleblower award decisions are reviewed de novo by the Tax Court based on the original administrative record and any new evidence, while also granting whistleblowers the right to remain anonymous unless a specific societal interest outweighs the potential harm to them. The legislation further safeguards these awards from budget cuts and mandates that interest be paid on awards if the IRS delays notifying the whistleblower of a preliminary recommendation. Additionally, it requires annual reports to list top tax avoidance schemes revealed by whistleblowers and corrects a technical error regarding attorney fee deductions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens IRS whistleblower protections and incentives, enhancing tax compliance and government accountability.90% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4628: A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish an initiative to address the availability, quality, and cost of childcare in rural areas, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to create a program called the Expanding Childcare in Rural America Initiative to improve childcare availability, quality, and affordability in rural areas. Starting in fiscal year 2027, the initiative will prioritize loans and grants for projects that support childcare services, including those run by licensed providers, schools, or Head Start programs. Funding will be distributed across rural regions to ensure a balanced geographical impact, and the Secretary must conduct an evaluation and submit a report on the program's outcomes within four years of enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a funded initiative for rural childcare, increasing government spending on public services.85% confidence
Roger Marshall (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4620: Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026

The Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026 makes the E-Verify employment eligibility verification system permanent and mandatory for all employers in the United States, including those who hire, recruit, or refer individuals for jobs. The bill requires employers to use the system within a phased timeline based on company size, ranging from six months for large businesses with 10,000 or more employees to 18 months for smaller businesses with fewer than 20 employees, while exempting agricultural labor verification until 18 months after enactment. Key provisions include increased civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance, the ability for the government to debar repeat violators from federal contracts, and a requirement that states sharing driver's license data with the system remain eligible for certain federal funding. Additionally, the act establishes a self-check feature for individuals to verify their own status, expands data sharing between federal and state agencies to prevent fraud, and creates a good-faith defense for employers who rely on the system's results.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates E-Verify, restricting immigrant access to employment and increasing enforcement cooperation.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentMandatory E-Verify restricts hiring practices and limits worker access to employment, which opposes labor standards and worker rights.85% confidence
Katie Boyd Britt (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4617: Exchange Stabilization Fund Transparency Act

The Exchange Stabilization Fund Transparency Act requires the Treasury Secretary to notify Congress at least 24 hours before using the Exchange Stabilization Fund to provide financial assistance to foreign governments or entities. This notification must include detailed information about the nature and cost of the aid, an explanation of how it serves U.S. national interests, risk assessments, and any conditions attached to the funding. Additionally, the bill mandates a briefing for Congress within seven days of such assistance and requires a comprehensive report within 30 days covering all similar actions taken in the four years prior to the law's enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enhances fiscal accountability by requiring transparency and risk assessments for foreign aid spending, promoting responsible budget management.85% confidence
Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Iowa · House May 21, 2026

HRES 1315: Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in lowering fuel prices for consumers, lessening reliance on foreign adversaries, supporting rural communities, and reducing carbon impacts.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that expresses support for designating May 2026 as 'Renewable Fuels Month.' It aims to highlight the economic and environmental benefits of renewable fuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel, which are used in vehicles and aviation. The resolution recognizes how these fuels help lower consumer prices, create jobs in rural areas, reduce reliance on foreign oil, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Because this is a symbolic gesture rather than a law with enforceable rules, it does not change any existing policies or regulations.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly promotes renewable fuels to lower prices, reduce foreign reliance, and cut emissions.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce carbon impacts and greenhouse gas emissions by promoting renewable fuels.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes renewable fuels to lower prices, reduce foreign reliance, and decrease emissions, aligning with sustainable transportation goals.85% confidence
Zachary Nunn (R) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Iowa · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4631: Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026

This bill expands whistleblower protections for contractors, subcontractors, and grant recipients working with the Department of Defense, NASA, and the broader Federal Government. It allows these individuals to report evidence of gross mismanagement, waste of funds, abuse of authority, or dangers to public health and safety without fear of retaliation. The legislation also prohibits government officials from demanding that contractors take retaliatory actions and bans the waiver of these rights through arbitration agreements or other employment contracts. Additionally, it broadens the definition of who is protected to include personal service workers and employees of state, tribal, and territorial governments.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly expands whistleblower protections for contractors, preventing retaliation and strengthening worker rights.95% confidence
Gary C. Peters (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Iowa · House May 21, 2026

HR 9007: Constance C. McDaniel Medically Necessary Infant Formula and Donor Milk Act

This bill, titled the Constance C. McDaniel Medically Necessary Infant Formula and Donor Milk Act, directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create a three-year pilot program that provides financial assistance to eligible parents for purchasing infant formula or donor milk. To receive aid, parents must have a child under one year old who cannot breastfeed due to specific medical conditions, such as maternal illness, adoption, or infant digestive issues, and must not already qualify for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. The program offers flexible funding methods like vouchers or reimbursements and requires the government to evaluate its effectiveness annually while reporting results to Congress. The initiative is authorized for a total of $60 million over four fiscal years and will end three years after the law is enacted.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs HHS to create a pilot program providing financial assistance to parents, representing new government spending to fund essential health needs.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs HHS to create a pilot program providing financial assistance for medically necessary infant formula and donor milk, improving access to essential healthcare for vulnerable infants.95% confidence
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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