Nevada Congressional Bills

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3654: MOLD Act

The MOLD Act requires the military to establish strict mold prevention standards for privatized housing, including mandatory humidity limits and ventilation rules, with independent inspections after tenant moves, complaints, or remediation. Contractors must cover all costs for mold remediation, relocation, property damage, and refunds for housing allowances when units are uninhabitable. Military families gain access to inspection reports and complaint data, while the military must publicly report mold issues quarterly and annually. This directly affects service members and their families living in privatized housing across 78 U.S. developments, impacting approximately 700,000 people.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3659: SECURE Minerals Act of 2026

The SECURE Minerals Act of 2026 establishes a new Strategic Resilience Reserve Corporation to secure U.S. supply chains for critical minerals and materials essential to technology, defense, and energy sectors. The Reserve will finance domestic and partner country production, acquire critical minerals for strategic stockpiling, and develop market data to support responsible production practices. With $2.5 billion in initial funding, the Reserve aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign sources, particularly China, by developing alternative supply chains and ensuring production rates meet specific targets. The legislation includes provisions for transparency, oversight, and annual reporting to Congress, with the Reserve prioritizing domestic projects, recycling, and repurposing of critical minerals.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Technology

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3657: Protect Postal Performance Act

This bill requires the Postal Service to hold public hearings and wait 180 days before closing or consolidating any post office, with additional protections for offices serving 15,000+ people or being the only option within 15 miles. It also mandates Postal Regulatory Commission review (within 120 business days) before changing processing centers or mail pickup/drop-off schedules, and prohibits closing facilities in areas missing on-time delivery benchmarks (93% for 2-day mail, 90.3% for 3-5 day mail). The bill bans the existing "Mail Processing Facility Review" program and requires public reports on delivery timelines if changes risk slowing service. These provisions directly affect post offices, processing centers, and mail delivery reliability nationwide.

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7109: Small Business Child Care Investment Act

HR 7109, the Small Business Child Care Investment Act, creates new loan access for eligible nonprofit child care centers. It allows these centers - defined as 501(c)(3) organizations providing care for children birth to school age, meeting licensing, background check, and anti-discrimination requirements - to be treated as small businesses for SBA loans. The bill requires loans over $500,000 to include a payment guarantee and mandates that SBA loans be made through banks or financial institutions (not directly by SBA). It also requires the SBA to report annually to Congress on the number and value of these loans.

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7088: NO NATO for Purchase Act

The NO NATO for Purchase Act bans federal agencies from using government funds to buy land or assets in NATO member countries. It directly affects all federal departments and agencies by prohibiting such acquisitions as defined in the 1949 North Atlantic Treaty. The key provision blocks any action or expenditure related to purchasing territory within NATO nations. This prevents U.S. government purchases of foreign territory belonging to NATO member countries.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

Gabe Amo (D) · 35 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7120: Purple Heart Freedom to Work Act

This bill amends the Social Security Act to provide work incentives for Purple Heart recipients receiving disability benefits. It removes the standard earnings penalty that would reduce benefits when veterans earn above the "substantial gainful activity" (SGA) threshold, instead allowing benefits to continue with a reduced rate ($1 reduction for every $4 earned above the threshold, but not below $0). It also specifically applies a higher SGA earnings limit to Purple Heart recipients under Social Security disability rules. The changes affect veterans who received a Purple Heart for a service-connected injury and are currently receiving Social Security disability benefits. The bill takes effect six months after enactment.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Austin Scott (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 6662: Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Credentialing Integration Act of 2025

HR 6662, the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Credentialing Integration Act of 2025, requires the Defense and Veterans Affairs departments to create a single, unified system for medical provider credentialing and privileging. It directly affects military and VA medical staff (like doctors and nurses) by replacing separate, non-interoperable systems currently used by each department. Key provisions mandate a joint report on existing systems within 120 days, selection of one unified system by January 2027, and full implementation by January 2028, ensuring seamless sharing of provider credentials across both departments. This eliminates redundant credentialing processes and improves administrative efficiency for medical providers working across DoD and VA facilities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 14, 2026

SJRES 98: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.

Tim Kaine (D) · 30 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 14, 2026

HRES 1001: Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives certain documents in their possession relating to the Administration's stance on Greenland.

HRES 1001 is a House resolution requesting the President and Secretary of State to provide the House with specific documents related to U.S. policy on Greenland. It directs them to submit all communications (including emails, meeting notes, and records) created since January 2025 about potential U.S. ownership of Greenland, U.S. relations with Denmark, security agreements under the 1951 defense pact, and diplomatic engagements concerning recent statements about Greenland. The resolution focuses on transparency regarding the Administration's stance, including discussions with Danish and Greenlandic authorities and assessments of legal implications under NATO and UN obligations. This procedural request does not change policy but seeks documentation for congressional oversight.

Dina Titus (D) · 32 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · House Jan 14, 2026

HRES 996: Impeaching Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

HRES 996 is a resolution introduced by multiple House members to impeach Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, for alleged violations of law and the Constitution. It outlines three articles of impeachment: obstructing congressional oversight by denying access to detention facilities and withholding funds, violating public trust through warrantless arrests and excessive force (including tear gas on children), and self-dealing by awarding federal contracts to associates without competitive bidding. If approved by the House, this resolution would formally charge Noem, triggering a Senate trial to determine her removal from office. The resolution itself does not enact new policy but initiates the constitutional impeachment process against a sitting Cabinet official.

Robin L. Kelly (D) · 187 co-sponsors

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 14, 2026

S 3631: PUBLIC SAFETY Act

This bill, S 3631 (PUBLIC SAFETY Act), increases federal funding for local law enforcement programs. It amends the COPS Hiring Program to redirect funds from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to the Attorney General, extends grant deadlines to 2030, and waives certain requirements for small local governments (under 175 officers) and tribal governments. It also allocates $45 billion for fiscal year 2025 to the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) Program, which supports state and local crime prevention and justice initiatives. These changes directly affect cities, counties, townships, and tribal governments seeking federal funding to hire officers and support public safety programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Nevada · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SJRES 84: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability".

SJRES 84 is a joint resolution seeking to block a rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under the Affordable Care Act. The rule, published in the Federal Register on June 25, 2025, aimed to improve affordability and integrity in health insurance marketplaces. If approved, this resolution would invalidate the rule under a federal disapproval process, preventing its implementation. This directly affects how health insurance plans are structured and priced for consumers using ACA marketplaces.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

Mark R. Warner (D) · 43 co-sponsors

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