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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 17, 2026

S 5422: Arkansas Delta National Heritage Area Act

The Arkansas Delta National Heritage Area Act establishes a new national heritage area in 17 counties across southern Arkansas, adding it to the existing National Heritage Area System. The bill designates Arkansas State University Heritage Sites as the local coordinating entity responsible for managing the site and requires them to submit a management plan to the Secretary of the Interior within three years of enactment. Federal assistance for this specific heritage area is set to expire 15 years after the law is signed, aligning with standard provisions for similar designations.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 17, 2026

S 5421: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate the State opt-in requirement for the qualified elementary and secondary education scholarship credit.

This bill removes the requirement for states to formally opt in to participate in the federal qualified elementary and secondary education scholarship credit. By eliminating this state-level approval process, the legislation allows the tax benefit to apply more broadly without waiting for individual state action. The change directly affects parents of K-12 students who use these scholarships, as it streamlines access to the associated tax credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 17, 2026

S 5420: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the qualified elementary and secondary education scholarships credit limit for married taxpayers filing a joint return.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to double the maximum amount of the qualified elementary and secondary education scholarships credit for married couples who file a joint tax return. The change allows these taxpayers to claim up to 200 percent of the standard credit limit, effectively increasing their potential tax savings. This provision would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1566: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the third Friday of September should be recognized as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day".

This House resolution expresses the sense that the third Friday of September should be recognized as National POW/MIA Recognition Day to honor prisoners of war and missing-in-action military personnel. It cites Department of Defense statistics showing over 80,000 U.S. servicemembers remain unaccounted for across various conflicts, with the majority located in the Asia-Pacific region. The bill acknowledges the federal government's moral obligation to account for these individuals and encourages Americans to participate in local commemorative celebrations, display the POW/MIA flag, and perform acts of service for affected families.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1565: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring Lewis Howard Latimer, in recognition of his distinctive life, scientific achievements, and his civic contributions to technological advancement, to commemorate the 178th year anniversary of his birth and that the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring Lewis Howard Latimer, an African-American scientist and inventor who lived from 1848 to 1928. The bill highlights his significant contributions to technology, including improvements to carbon filament manufacturing for light bulbs and the development of early air conditioning systems. It also recognizes his role as a social justice advocate and his collaboration with prominent inventors such as Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell. The resolution specifically requests that the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee recommend this stamp to the Postmaster General in commemoration of the 178th anniversary of Latimer's birth.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1564: Recognizing September 17, 2026, as National Teach Ag Day.

This House resolution designates September 17, 2026, as National Teach Ag Day to highlight the contributions of agricultural educators and the National FFA Organization. It formally recognizes the role these groups play in preparing students for leadership and career success in the agriculture sector. The bill also acknowledges the work of over 11,000 educators across the United States and its territories who teach about food and natural resources.

Topics ✓ Education

Tracey Mann (R) · 23 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1563: Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives with respect to the certification requirement in the case of a congressional earmark or limited tax or tariff benefit.

This House resolution amends the rules governing congressional earmarks and limited tax or tariff benefits by expanding the scope of required financial interest certifications. It requires members of Congress to certify that not only themselves and their spouses, but also any immediate family member and any entity in which they hold a material financial interest, have no direct or indirect financial stake in the proposed benefit. The amendment specifically includes interests arising from business assets that could reasonably be expected to appreciate in value due to their proximity to the location of the earmarked activity.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1562: Expressing support for "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day".

This House resolution expresses support for Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day, observed on September 25, 2026, and affirms a commitment to supporting survivors of sexual assault or harassment in the Armed Forces. It encourages the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to related services and ensure they are well-publicized and available to all veterans. The resolution also promotes transparency and accountability in how these agencies handle cases to build trust and prevent retaliation for survivors. Finally, it underscores a commitment to working with the Department of Defense to address the root causes of military sexual trauma with the goal of eradicating it.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1561: Expressing support for the designation of the third week of September as "Fungal Disease Awareness Week" and encouraging efforts to improve awareness, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and prevention of fungal diseases in the United States.

This House resolution expresses support for designating the third week of September as Fungal Disease Awareness Week to improve public understanding of fungal infections in the United States. It encourages healthcare providers to consider fungal causes when diagnosing pneumonia-like illnesses and calls for expanded education on specific conditions such as Valley Fever, histoplasmosis, and Candida auris. The bill also urges federal and state health agencies to strengthen surveillance systems, outbreak response capabilities, and research into better diagnostics and treatments. By highlighting the challenges of delayed diagnosis and drug resistance, the resolution aims to promote earlier recognition and more effective prevention strategies for patients and communities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1560: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4393) to secure the border and reform the immigration laws.

This resolution directs the U.S. House of Representatives to immediately consider H.R. 4393, a bill aimed at securing the border and reforming immigration laws. It waives standard procedural objections and limits debate to one hour, split equally between the chair and ranking minority member of the Judiciary Committee. The measure also allows for a single motion to recommit the bill and requires the House Clerk to send the passed legislation to the Senate within three calendar days.

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1559: Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 14, 2026, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

This House resolution expresses support for designating the week beginning September 14, 2026, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week. It recognizes these colleges and universities, which enroll at least 25 percent Hispanic students, for their role in providing higher education access to low-income and underserved populations. The bill highlights that these institutions serve a significant portion of the nation's undergraduate students and contribute to economic mobility. It calls on the public and interested groups to observe the week with ceremonies and activities during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Topics ✓ Education

Joaquin Castro (D) · 59 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1558: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that, to maintain the health care safety net, Federally Qualified Health Centers should continue to operate under their longstanding single patient definition for delivery of all services, including prescription drugs.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' view that Federally Qualified Health Centers should maintain a single, unified definition for all patients rather than adopting separate definitions for different types of medical services. The bill argues that this consistent approach is essential to keep administrative costs low and ensure that approximately 32 million underserved Americans have access to comprehensive care, including prescription drugs purchased through the 340B Drug Pricing Program. By opposing service-specific patient definitions, the resolution aims to prevent restrictions that could force health centers to deny patients access to the full range of available health care services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare