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in committee · Texas · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10047: Depot Data Transparency Act

The Depot Data Transparency Act requires the Department of Defense to include specific financial details in its annual report on depot maintenance. This change mandates that the report list the dollar amounts of both spent and planned funds, broken down by individual covered depots. Previously, the report only showed aggregate percentages for defense agencies without specifying how much money each facility received or projected to receive. By adding these granular figures, the bill aims to provide clearer visibility into how maintenance funding is distributed across the public and private sectors.
Michael Cloud (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Texas · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10046: DEPOTS Act

The DEPOTS Act allows the Secretary of Defense to write off certain internal accounting charges, such as remaining depreciation or internal debt, for military depots and arsenals that no longer generate revenue due to government-mandated mission changes. This provision ensures that any previous cash spent from revolving funds is recovered while explicitly excluding payments owed to commercial contractors from these write-offs. Additionally, the authority to make these financial adjustments can be delegated by the Secretary of Defense to the heads of individual military departments.
Michael Cloud (R)
in committee · Texas · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10045: Protect American Values Act

The Protect American Values Act prohibits the use of federal funds to implement, administer, or enforce a specific Department of Homeland Security rule regarding the "Public Charge" ground of inadmissibility. This legislation directly affects immigrants and mixed-status families by preventing the government from using public benefits as a factor in determining eligibility for lawful permanent resident status. The bill includes a statement of congressional intent arguing that the targeted rule would restrict access to essential services like food, medical care, and housing, while also negatively impacting state and local economies. By cutting off funding for this specific policy, the act aims to maintain current immigration standards and prevent what Congress describes as an unauthorized reversal of long-standing law.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill prohibits using public benefits as a factor in inadmissibility, directly protecting immigrant eligibility for lawful permanent resident status.95% confidence
Judy Chu (D) · 57 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10044: AI Tax and Work Protection Act

The AI Tax and Work Protection Act imposes a new excise tax on companies that develop or sell artificial intelligence foundation models, with rates that increase based on the national unemployment level. The revenue generated from this tax is placed into a dedicated trust fund to finance a new federal jobs program administered by a newly created Office of Job Creation within the Department of Labor. This program awards grants to state, local, and tribal governments to hire permanent, full-time workers for specific public service roles, such as in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and community safety. To ensure the jobs created do not replace existing workers, the bill includes strict nondisplacement rules and mandates that grant recipients provide employees with strong labor protections, including collective bargaining rights, competitive wages, and paid leave. Additionally, the legislation directs the Bureau of Labor Statistics to study the impact of AI on the workforce and establishes an advisory committee to guide the implementation of the job creation initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a dedicated trust fund to finance a federal jobs program, directly increasing funding for employment initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates a federal jobs program to hire permanent workers and fund employment initiatives, directly strengthening labor and employment.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes an excise tax on AI companies, which restricts and financially burdens the technology sector.85% confidence
Greg Casar (D) · 4 co-sponsors
passed · Texas · 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 · Texas · 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) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · 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) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · 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) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · 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) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5262: Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2026

The Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2026 significantly narrows the federal definition of "navigable waters" by excluding wetlands without continuous surface connections, intermittent streams, and groundwater from federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act. The bill prohibits federal agencies from using aggregation methods or the "significant nexus test" to assert authority over these excluded water bodies and invalidates existing regulations that expand the definition of covered waters. Additionally, it requires federal agencies to obtain written consent before entering private property for data collection and mandates that they pay affected landowners double the value of any economic loss caused by new federal water regulations.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentThe bill narrows the federal definition of navigable waters under the Clean Water Act, explicitly removing wetlands and intermittent streams from federal jurisdiction and invalidating existing regulations.95% confidence
Rand Paul (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 4407: CHATBOT Act

The CHATBOT Act establishes new federal rules requiring companies that provide open-ended artificial intelligence chatbots to implement strict privacy protections and parental controls for users under the age of 18. Under this legislation, platforms must create "family accounts" for children under 13 and obtain verifiable parental consent before allowing teens to create their own accounts, while also mandating the deletion of personal data if these requirements are not met. The bill further requires that default settings on these accounts prioritize child safety by limiting screen time, disabling financial transactions, and preventing the chatbot from generating unsolicited outputs. Companies are prohibited from using the personal data of children and teens for targeted advertising, and the Federal Trade Commission is authorized to enforce these provisions as unfair or deceptive practices. Additionally, the Act mandates a study by the National Science Foundation on the social impacts of AI chatbots on young people and requires a report from the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the law's effectiveness.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates privacy protections and parental controls for AI chatbots, enhancing consumer safety and data privacy.85% confidence
Ted Cruz (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Texas · 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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