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in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5316: BINSA Act

The Biotech Investment National Security Act (BINSA) amends the Defense Production Act to subject biotechnology transactions to federal outbound investment screening, specifically targeting investments and licensing agreements involving Chinese entities. The bill defines the covered biotechnology sector to include pharmaceuticals, biological products, and therapeutic compounds, while explicitly excluding agricultural biotechnology, industrial fermentation unrelated to therapeutics, and basic academic research. It requires the Secretary of the Treasury to issue regulations within one year that prioritize scrutiny of intellectual property licensing, joint ventures, and equity investments that transfer innovation capacity or manufacturing know-how to China. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the Secretary of Defense submit a report to Congress within 60 days assessing whether U.S. capital flows into Chinese biotechnology negatively impact national security.
Pete Ricketts (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5305: Campus Lifeline Act

The Campus Lifeline Act expands federal grant programs to support student-led mental health and substance use disorder interventions at institutions of higher education. It authorizes funding for peer awareness activities, such as suicide prevention education and digital campaigns that encourage students to seek help, while requiring grantees to provide accessible resources for online and distance-learning students. Additionally, the bill directs the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline program to coordinate with schools and universities to list hotline numbers on student identification cards and promote behavioral health resources through public service announcements.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill expands federal grants to fund mental health interventions and suicide prevention education at higher education institutions, directly supporting student programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill expands federal grants for mental health interventions and suicide prevention at colleges, directly funding and strengthening public health services.95% confidence
David McCormick (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5293: PREPARE Act

The PREPARE Act directs the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior to establish a pilot program for prepositioning aerial wildfire suppression resources in Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, South Dakota, and Wyoming. This initiative specifically targets early-season fires involving fine fuels and must be implemented in consultation with state agreements and the Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center. The bill requires these actions to be carried out using existing funds available for wildland fire management, explicitly prohibiting any new appropriations for this purpose.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill funds wildfire suppression resources to protect natural lands and reduce fire damage, directly supporting environmental conservation efforts.75% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R)
in committee · Nebraska · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10050: Uniform Vehicle Safety Standards Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Uniform Vehicle Safety Standards Act of 2026, aims to standardize how motor vehicle safety rules are applied across the United States. It directly affects vehicle manufacturers and legal proceedings by modifying federal law to explicitly exempt companies from liability when they meet existing safety standards set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The key provision prevents courts from using common law lawsuits to require vehicles to exceed these established federal safety requirements, thereby reducing legal uncertainty for interstate commerce. By clarifying that compliance with federal standards is sufficient, the legislation seeks to prevent additional lawsuits that could disrupt the national vehicle market.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by standardizing vehicle safety standards and protecting manufacturers, which strengthens overall road safety infrastructure.85% confidence
Mike Flood (R) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Nebraska · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 7008: Stop Insider Trading Act

HR 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act, restricts Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing certain investments like stocks in publicly traded companies. It requires 7-14 days' advance public notice before selling any such investment, including the sale date, description, and number of shares. Exceptions apply for work-related transactions (e.g., employer compensation) and reinvesting dividends. Violations trigger a fee of $2,000 or 10% of the investment’s value (whichever is greater), plus any net gain, paid from personal funds - not congressional allowances or campaign donations. The bill aims to prevent conflicts of interest by increasing transparency around congressional financial dealings.
Bryan Steil (R) · 93 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

SJRES 208: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Car Program; Reconsideration of a Previous Withdrawal of a Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

This bill allows Congress to reject a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency that concerns vehicle pollution standards in California. The measure would effectively cancel the EPA's decision to reinstate a waiver that previously let California set its own stricter air quality rules for cars. If passed, the rule would have no legal force, meaning California would lose the ability to enforce its Advanced Clean Car Program under the current framework. The legislation directly impacts the relationship between federal environmental regulations and state-level automotive policies.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill blocks California's Advanced Clean Car Program, weakening clean air standards and limiting renewable energy adoption.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill cancels EPA waiver allowing California stricter vehicle pollution standards, weakening environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill cancels EPA waiver allowing California stricter vehicle pollution standards, weakening regional transportation emission controls.95% confidence
Jon Husted (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

SJRES 207: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's Advanced Clean Car Program and a Within the Scope Conformation for California's Zero Emission Vehicle Amendments for 2017 and Earlier Model Years".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency that allowed California to set its own stricter vehicle emission standards. By using a congressional disapproval mechanism, the bill aims to nullify this waiver, which would otherwise let California enforce unique pollution control requirements for cars and trucks. If passed, the measure would require all states to follow the federal government's uniform vehicle emission rules instead of California's separate standards. The legislation directly impacts automakers, state regulators, and consumers by ensuring a single set of national rules applies to motor vehicle pollution.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill seeks to overturn EPA rules allowing California to enforce stricter vehicle emission standards, limiting state-level clean air and energy efficiency policies.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to overturn EPA rules allowing California stricter emission standards, thereby weakening environmental protections and increasing pollution.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill seeks to nullify a waiver allowing California stricter emission standards, limiting state ability to enforce unique pollution controls for vehicles.95% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

SJRES 206: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency that allowed California to set its own stricter greenhouse gas emission standards for new vehicles. By disapproving this waiver, the bill aims to restore federal preemption, ensuring that all states must follow the same national emission rules rather than California's unique requirements. If passed, the measure would effectively cancel the EPA's decision, forcing automakers to comply with uniform federal standards for vehicle pollution control.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill opposes California's stricter greenhouse gas emission standards, which are critical for advancing clean energy and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill overturns EPA waiver allowing stricter state greenhouse gas standards, thereby weakening environmental protections and limiting emission controls.95% confidence
Eric Schmitt (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

SJRES 205: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision".

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding pollution standards for small off-road engines in California. If passed, the measure would nullify the federal regulation, preventing it from taking legal effect. The bill directly impacts the EPA and manufacturers of small off-road equipment operating under California's environmental standards. It is a procedural action that relies on the Congressional Review Act to overturn an existing administrative decision.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill seeks to disapprove EPA pollution standards for off-road engines, weakening clean air regulations and limiting renewable energy compliance.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to disapprove EPA pollution control standards for off-road engines, weakening environmental protections and allowing increased emissions.95% confidence
Cynthia M. Lummis (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5245: Karly Rain Wood Act

The Karly Rain Wood Act establishes a national system requiring individuals convicted of multiple serious violent crimes or a combination of violent and drug offenses to register with state and federal authorities for life. These "repeat violent felons" must provide detailed personal information, including DNA samples, fingerprints, and travel itineraries, and are required to appear in person every 90 days to verify their status. The bill mandates that states create public websites listing these individuals' details, which will be aggregated into a national database accessible by the public, law enforcement, schools, and employers. To ensure compliance, the legislation authorizes federal grants to help jurisdictions implement the program while imposing financial penalties on states that fail to substantially adopt the new registration requirements.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands criminalization by mandating lifetime registration, DNA collection, and public shaming for repeat violent felons, restricting their rights without offering rehabilitation.95% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 4668: Protect College Sports Act of 2026

The Protect College Sports Act of 2026 establishes new rules to protect student athletes and regulate college sports broadcasting by amending existing federal laws. It requires colleges and athletic associations to allow athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness without losing eligibility, while mandating that athletes disclose agreements worth more than $600 annually. The bill also introduces stricter health and safety standards, including independent medical authority for return-to-play decisions and expanded medical coverage for injuries sustained during competition. Additionally, it creates a new commission to study the future of college athletics and modifies broadcasting laws to ensure local market access for games and prevent large conferences from merging in ways that reduce the number of participating schools.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects student athletes' rights to earn from NIL and improves health standards, directly supporting educational access and student welfare.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill introduces stricter health and safety standards and independent medical authority for athletes, directly protecting their health.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allows athletes to earn money from NIL and mandates disclosure, protecting worker rights and expanding economic benefits for student athletes.85% confidence
Ted Cruz (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Nebraska · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 1748: Kids Online Safety Act

The Kids Online Safety Act (S 1748) requires major social media platforms, online video games, and other "covered platforms" to implement specific safety features for minors (under 17). These features include default privacy settings that limit harmful design features like infinite scrolling and auto-play, parental controls for managing minors' accounts, and restrictions on advertising illegal products to minors. The bill also mandates annual transparency reports about how platforms are used by minors and requires platforms to provide clear notices about their content algorithms. It creates a Kids Online Safety Council to advise Congress on online safety issues for children. The law applies to platforms with more than 10 million monthly users in the U.S. and takes effect 18 months after enactment.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates privacy features, limits harmful design (infinite scrolling), restricts ads to minors, and requires transparency reports - directly advancing data privacy protections for minors on tech platforms.90% confidence
Marsha Blackburn (R) · 76 co-sponsors
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