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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SRES 598: A resolution condemning and calling for the reversal of President Trump's decision to allow the export of advanced artificial intelligence chips to the United Arab Emirates, despite significant risks to national security and just months after the United Arab Emirates signed a secret $500,000,000 deal to buy close to a majority stake in the Trump family crypto company World Liberty Financial.

SRES 598 is a Senate resolution condemning President Trump's decision to approve the export of advanced AI chips to the United Arab Emirates. It cites national security concerns, noting the UAE signed a secret $500 million deal to buy nearly half of the Trump family's crypto company (World Liberty Financial) just days before Trump's 2025 inauguration, followed by UAE officials meeting with Trump to push for chip access. The resolution states the export risks chips being diverted to China, which seeks such technology to advance its military and compete globally. It calls for reversing the export decision but does not create new policy or alter existing law.

Topics ✗ Technology

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SRES 601: A resolution designating the week beginning February 2, 2026, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

This Senate resolution (SRES 601) designates the week beginning February 2, 2026, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week" to recognize these institutions' role in serving Native communities and their economic contributions. It highlights that tribal colleges serve students from over 250 federally recognized tribes, offer culturally grounded education, and contribute $3.8 billion annually to the U.S. economy. As a symbolic resolution (not a law), it has no binding effect but calls for public observance through community activities. The resolution focuses on honoring tribal colleges' mission and achievements, citing their open enrollment and economic impact statistics.

Martin Heinrich (D) · 25 co-sponsors

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SRES 600: A resolution recognizing January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month".

This resolution designates January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month" to raise public awareness about mentoring programs. It recognizes the benefits of mentoring for youth - including improved academic performance, mental health, career development, and reduced risk of delinquency - and highlights that 40% of U.S. youth lack a mentor. The Senate encourages community, school, and workplace efforts to expand existing mentoring programs and recruit volunteers to support young people. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to promote existing mentoring initiatives across the country.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7391: Community Health Center Drug Pricing Protection Act

HR 7391, the Community Health Center Drug Pricing Protection Act, requires that Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) pay the discounted 340B ceiling price for covered drugs **at the time of purchase**, not later through rebates or adjustments. This directly affects FQHCs, which rely on 340B discounts to provide affordable care to low-income patients. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit manufacturers from entering agreements where FQHCs initially pay more than the ceiling price, with later reimbursement. It takes effect immediately upon enactment for all new drug purchases and applies to existing agreements starting then.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Jack Bergman (R) · 58 co-sponsors

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7404: Fair Repair Act

The Fair Repair Act (HR 7404) requires electronics manufacturers (like smartphone or computer makers) to provide independent repair shops and device owners with necessary tools, parts, and documentation for repairing digital devices on "fair and reasonable terms." It prohibits manufacturers from using software locks, parts pairing, or other tactics to block third-party parts, reduce device functionality, or charge extra fees for repairs. The law mandates that repair resources must be priced and accessible similarly to what manufacturers offer their own authorized repair centers. Exclusions apply to motor vehicles, medical devices, and safety equipment like emergency communication devices.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7371: No Flight, No Fight Act of 2026

HR 7371 (No Flight, No Fight Act of 2026) bans air carriers from transporting adult roosters as cargo, except for shipments originating from or destined to qualifying commercial farms. The bill requires shippers to provide USDA-certified documentation proving the farm meets the $350,000 annual gross income threshold for commercial operations. It defines "adult rooster" as a male chicken over 6 months old and specifies that exemptions apply only to legitimate agricultural purposes, not to prevent illegal activities like cockfighting. The Department of Transportation will enforce this rule, with violations subject to civil penalties, effective 180 days after enactment.

Troy E. Nehls (R) · 33 co-sponsors

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7347: Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026

HR 7347, the *Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026*, requires all facilities detaining noncitizens under U.S. immigration law - including contracted facilities - to implement real-time health reporting systems for medical, dental, and mental health conditions. It mandates anonymous, multilingual complaint systems for detainees with anti-retaliation protections, annual DHS audits of health conditions (including gender-specific care), and full-time health liaisons at each facility. The bill triggers contract reviews for facilities with three verified health complaints and requires quarterly public reports on conditions and complaints to Congress. These provisions directly affect ICE detention facilities, detainees, and DHS oversight processes, focusing on transparency and accountability in health care.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare ✓ Immigration

Yassamin Ansari (D) · 45 co-sponsors

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7363: ICE Out of Our Faces Act

HR 7363, the ICE Out of Our Faces Act, prohibits U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers from using facial recognition, voice recognition, or other biometric surveillance technology for immigration enforcement. It directly affects CBP and ICE officers, including those deputized under Section 287(g), by banning the acquisition, possession, or use of such technology within the U.S. The bill requires immediate deletion of all existing biometric data collected by these agencies within 30 days of enactment and makes illegally obtained data inadmissible in court. Individuals harmed by violations can sue the federal government for damages, while officers violating the law face retraining, suspension, or termination.

Topics ✓ Immigration ✗ Technology

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SRES 596: A resolution designating the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week".

SRES 596 is a non-binding Senate resolution designating February 2-6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." It directly recognizes school counselors and their role in supporting students' academic, social, emotional, and career development. The resolution encourages public awareness through ceremonies and activities to highlight counselors' contributions, addressing their critical but often underfunded role (with a national student-to-counselor ratio of 376:1). It does not create new programs or alter funding but formally acknowledges counselors' work in schools.

Patty Murray (D) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 4, 2026

HRES 1038: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must recommit to defend and uphold the rights and protections guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just a powerful few.

HRES 1038 is a non-binding House resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the U.S. must reaffirm its commitment to the Fourteenth Amendment’s guarantees of birthright citizenship, due process, and equal protection under the law. It calls on all federal branches to defend these rights against actions that threaten them, such as policies undermining birthright citizenship or restricting voting access. The resolution specifically urges Congress to oppose legislation or executive actions that weaken these constitutional protections and to work toward full equal protection for all people. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new law or impose legal requirements but emphasizes the importance of upholding these constitutional principles for democratic fairness.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 4, 2026

HRES 1035: Condemning Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and expressing concern regarding proposed future staffing cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

HRES 1035 is a non-binding House resolution condemning recent and proposed workforce reductions at FEMA, which the resolution states endanger the agency's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. It specifically cites a 35% staffing shortage at FEMA (per GAO) and notes that over 2,000 permanent staff left FEMA in 2025, weakening disaster response during events like Hurricanes Helene and California wildfires. The resolution expresses concern that staffing cuts would delay aid, reduce assistance to vulnerable communities (including rural, coastal, and wildfire-prone areas), and undermine counterterrorism programs supporting first responders. It calls for a stable, adequately resourced FEMA workforce to ensure effective disaster management, without proposing new legislation or policy changes.

in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 4, 2026

HRES 1002: Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nations seniors each year.

HRES 1002 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the Older Americans Act (OAA) nutrition program, which provides meals and social services to seniors aged 60+. It directly affects millions of older adults - particularly those who are homebound, isolated, or facing hunger, malnutrition, or chronic health conditions - by highlighting how the program reduces hospital visits, lowers healthcare costs, and improves quality of life. Key provisions include acknowledging the program’s role in preventing falls and institutionalization, emphasizing volunteer support as its "backbone," and urging Congress to secure sustained federal funding. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change policy but formally endorses the program’s value and calls for community and legislative support.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 18 co-sponsors