Virginia Congressional Bills

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

SRES 852: A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

This Senate resolution requests that the Secretary of State submit a detailed report to congressional committees within 30 days regarding human rights practices in Israel, specifically focusing on the West Bank. The report must include all credible information on the killings of nine U.S. citizens by Israeli forces or settlers since January 2022, along with an assessment of ongoing investigations and potential accountability measures. Additionally, the resolution requires a description of the conditions and legal status of U.S. citizens currently held in Israeli prisons and an evaluation of the treatment of Palestinian children in military detention. The statement must also outline specific steps taken by the U.S. government to promote human rights observance and mitigate violence against both American and Palestinian residents in the region.

Chris Van Hollen (D) · 23 co-sponsors

in committee · Virginia · House Sep 14, 2026

HRES 1537: Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "National Clean Energy Week".

This House resolution supports designating the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as National Clean Energy Week to highlight the growth of zero- and low-emission energy sources. The bill cites a Department of Energy report stating that the U.S. energy sector employed approximately 8.5 million people at the end of 2024 and emphasizes that clean energy jobs are local and cannot be outsourced. It encourages federal, state, and private entities to invest in affordable clean technologies and specifically applauds the work of Department of Energy National Laboratories across multiple states.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 5391: A bill to improve compliance with mine safety and health laws, empower miners to raise safety concerns, prevent future mine tragedies, and for other purposes.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 5390: End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act

The End Trump's Tariff Tax Act terminates specific import duties imposed under recent trade investigations and repeals two statutory authorities used to impose tariffs for forced labor violations, balance-of-payments issues, and foreign discrimination. The bill requires the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner to automatically refund all duties collected during specified periods in 2026, along with interest, without requiring importers to submit formal requests or documentation. Importers who paid these tariffs will receive their money back, with small businesses prioritized for payment where practicable.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 5387: DCA Air Safety Act

The DCA Air Safety Act mandates that the Federal Aviation Administration reduce the hourly arrival rate at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to a maximum of 28 aircraft within 90 days and convert this limit into binding 30-minute interval caps to prevent traffic clustering. The bill also requires the permanent elimination of 30 existing slot exemptions over a five-year phase-in period from 2028 to 2032, with at least 26 of these being beyond-perimeter slots that allow flights to destinations outside the local area. To oversee these changes, the legislation establishes a permanent commission comprising federal officials and regional leaders from Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C., which will conduct ongoing safety studies and report recommendations to Congress every two years.

Topics ✗ Transportation

in committee · Virginia · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 10376: Telehealth Reporting and Transparency Act of 2026

The Telehealth Reporting and Transparency Act of 2026 requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit an annual report to Congress detailing Medicare claims for telehealth services. The report must include data on claim volumes, geographic distribution, patient demographics such as age and income level, and potential barriers to access like broadband availability. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a public dashboard on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website that displays this aggregated information in a searchable format. A Government Accountability Office audit is also required within three to five years of enactment to evaluate the implementation of these reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 10373: Protecting Workers' Wages from Medical Debt Act

The Protecting Workers' Wages from Medical Debt Act prohibits employers from withholding employee wages to pay for medical debts owed to health care facilities or providers. This federal ban overrides any conflicting state laws or court orders, ensuring that no government entity can enforce wage garnishment for these specific expenses. The bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to define medical debt and establish this protection, with the new rules taking effect six months after enactment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Virginia · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 10372: FABRIC Act

The FABRIC Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to prohibit piece-rate pay for garment industry workers, requiring employers to pay them at least the federal minimum wage on an hourly basis while still allowing for incentive bonuses. The bill establishes joint and several liability for brand guarantors, meaning companies that contract for garment manufacturing can be held financially responsible for wage violations committed by their contractors or subcontractors. To improve oversight, the legislation mandates that all garment manufacturers and contractors register annually with the Department of Labor, providing detailed information about ownership, employees, and past legal violations. Additionally, the bill creates a new Office of the Garment Industry within the Department of Labor and authorizes $100 million in competitive grants to support domestic manufacturing, workforce development, and facility improvements.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Virginia · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 10360: Safeguarding Taxpayer Investment for Executive Airlift Act of 2026

The Safeguarding Taxpayer Investment for Executive Airlift Act of 2026 prohibits the Department of Defense from using fiscal year 2027 funds to sell, donate, or transfer ownership of any aircraft from the VC-25B Bridge program. This restriction prevents these specific planes from being moved to individuals or entities outside the Department of the Air Force. The bill directly affects federal budgeting processes by limiting how appropriated defense money can be spent on executive airlift assets during that fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Joe Courtney (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 4623: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12109 New Kent Highway in New Kent, Virginia, as the "Patricia Paige Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12109 New Kent Highway in New Kent, Virginia, as the "Patricia Paige Post Office".

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 3700: FAA SMS Compliance Review Act of 2026

This bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to establish an independent expert panel within 60 days to review the agency’s Safety Management System (SMS) implementation. The panel will assess how well the FAA complies with its own safety policies, evaluates safety culture, and integrates SMS across all departments (like Air Traffic Organization and Aviation Safety Office), with a focus on four core components: safety policy, risk management, assurance, and promotion. The panel must submit findings and recommendations within 180 days, and the FAA must publish the report publicly, including any dissenting views from panel members. This is a procedural review of the FAA’s existing SMS, not a new safety rule, directly affecting the FAA and aviation stakeholders represented on the panel (e.g., airline pilots, controllers, and industry safety managers).

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Virginia · Senate Sep 14, 2026

S 3630: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the "Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building".

This bill designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the "Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building" to honor a firefighter. It updates all official federal references (laws, maps, documents) to use the new name. The bill has no funding, regulatory, or policy changes - it is purely a commemorative naming designation.

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