Wisconsin Congressional Bills

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 6875: AI OVERWATCH Act

The AI OVERWATCH Act requires U.S. exporters to obtain a license for sending certain high-performance integrated circuits (defined by specific technical specifications like processing power or bandwidth) to countries designated as "concerns," including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Before approving such licenses, the Commerce Department must submit detailed certifications to Congress, including assurances the export won’t support military/intelligence capabilities of the recipient country and won’t harm U.S. semiconductor availability or AI leadership. The bill also creates an exemption for U.S. companies meeting strict security and ownership standards ("trusted United States persons") to export these chips to non-target countries without a license. Additionally, it mandates a national security strategy assessing how such exports affect U.S. AI competitiveness, particularly regarding China’s semiconductor production and capabilities.

Topics ✗ Technology

Brian J. Mast (R) · 45 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 4105: VET Act of 2025

HR 4105, the VET Act of 2025, establishes a federal grant program to help veterans, active-duty service members transitioning out of the military, and their spouses secure jobs in the energy industry. The program provides grants to energy companies (including manufacturers of solar, wind, or nuclear equipment) to cover costs like job training, recruitment, and relocation for eligible individuals - prioritizing those with military energy experience, in opportunity zones, or facing barriers like homelessness. Grants are capped at $10,000 per hire, with a maximum $500,000 annual limit per company, funded at $60 million yearly from 2026-2031. Companies must report on job retention, employee satisfaction, and program outcomes to the Department of Labor, with a final evaluation due to Congress by 2030.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 2878: Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act

This bill amends the Department of Defense's Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and the Department of Veterans Affairs' Solid Start Program to enhance mental health support during military-to-civilian transitions. It requires TAP to provide specific information on suicide risk factors (including depression, homelessness, and relationship strain), treatment options for conditions like PTSD and substance abuse, and the impact of losing social support systems. The Solid Start Program must now assist veterans in enrolling in VA healthcare and educate them about available mental health resources. The Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs must jointly report to Congress within one year on the materials developed under these changes.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

Zachary Nunn (R) · 25 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 20, 2026

HR 7156: SCAM Act

HR 7156, the SCAM Act, would expand grounds for revoking U.S. citizenship (denaturalization) for naturalized citizens who commit specific offenses within 10 years of becoming citizens. It targets individuals convicted of defrauding federal, state, or local governments (e.g., $10,000+ in public benefit fraud), affiliating with foreign terrorist organizations, or committing aggravated felonies or espionage. If convicted in these categories, the government could automatically revoke citizenship retroactively (as if it never existed) based on evidence that the person lacked good moral character or loyalty to the U.S. at the time of naturalization. This bill directly affects naturalized citizens who commit these offenses within a decade of gaining citizenship, with revocation triggering immediate deportability.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Immigration

Tom Emmer (R) · 52 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 20, 2026

HR 7154: Streamlining Small Business Contracts Act of 2026

HR 7154, the Streamlining Small Business Contracts Act of 2026, raises the maximum dollar limit for certain sole-source contracts awarded to small businesses under the Small Business Act. The bill amends four specific sections (8(a)(1)(D)(i)(II), 8(m)(7)(B), 8(m)(8)(B), 31(c)(2)(A)(ii), and 36(c)(2)) to increase the threshold from $7 million to $10 million for these contracts. This change directly affects small business concerns that qualify for the specified contracting authorities, allowing them to secure larger contracts without competitive bidding. The key mechanism is simply adjusting the dollar limit in the relevant provisions of the Small Business Act.

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7131: Middle Class Home Tax Elimination Act

This bill removes the current $250,000 (single filers) and $500,000 (married couples) limit on tax-free profit when selling a primary residence. It directly affects homeowners who sell their homes by eliminating these dollar caps under Internal Revenue Code Section 121. The key provision amends the tax code to allow full exclusion of capital gains from principal residence sales without the previous monetary limits. The change would apply to home sales occurring after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7130: McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act

The McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act eliminates the Federal Insurance Office and creates a "United States Insurance Representative" within the Treasury Department to coordinate federal insurance policy and represent the U.S. internationally. This position would determine when state insurance regulations might be preempted by international agreements, while maintaining state authority over most insurance matters including health, long-term care, and crop insurance. The bill requires the Representative to consult with states, publish notices, and allow a 30-day period before any preemption takes effect. This legislation aims to streamline international insurance regulatory coordination while preserving state-level oversight of insurance regulation.

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7137: Shutdown Fairness Act

HR 7137, the Shutdown Fairness Act, requires federal agencies to pay covered employees (including most federal workers and military personnel) and covered contractors their regular pay during government shutdowns. It appropriates funds from the Treasury to cover standard employee compensation and contractor payments for work performed during a lapse in regular appropriations, ensuring pay continues without delay (within 7 days if a shutdown is ongoing at enactment) and aligns with regular pay schedules. The bill applies only to individuals employed or with accepted offers before the shutdown began and mandates that these payments be charged to future appropriations. It does not change agency obligations under existing contracts or authorize new spending beyond the specified shutdown period.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

Dusty Johnson (R) · 37 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7119: DHS Use of Force Oversight Act

This bill requires U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) law enforcement officers and agents to follow a new department-wide policy on use of force. It mandates that officers use only objectively reasonable force, prioritize de-escalation, ban chokeholds and carotid restraints, and complete regular training. The policy also requires DHS components to establish internal review teams to analyze incidents and report detailed data every six months - including incidents causing injury, death, or involving deadly force - to the public via the DHS website. Additionally, DHS must brief Congress and inform the public within 24 hours of any incident resulting in hospitalization or death.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

Delia C. Ramirez (D) · 29 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3660: Credit Card Fairness Act

S 3660, the Credit Card Fairness Act, limits late fees charged by large credit card issuers (those with 1 million+ open accounts) to a maximum of $8 per late payment. The bill requires that late fees be proportional to the actual costs incurred by issuers for late payments, not set arbitrarily. It allows the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to adjust the $8 cap annually based on inflation (using the Consumer Price Index), but the fee must never exceed the issuer's documented costs. This bill directly affects major credit card companies and aims to prevent excessive late fees, codifying the CFPB's existing rule into law.

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7095: Ending Importation of Laundered Russian Oil Act

HR 7095 bans the importation of energy products (like refined oil) classified under chapter 27 of the U.S. tariff system if they were produced using crude oil originating from Russia, even if processed outside Russia. This directly affects U.S. importers and companies handling such energy products. The bill amends existing law to prohibit these imports by requiring customs to block shipments tied to Russian crude oil, regardless of where refining occurred. It targets "laundered" Russian oil that might otherwise enter the U.S. market through third-country refineries. The policy change focuses on restricting the flow of Russian energy revenue through import channels.

Topics ✓ Environment

Lloyd Doggett (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7115: Jumpstart Savings Act

The Jumpstart Savings Act creates a new tax-advantaged savings program for state-run accounts that help individuals save for career-specific training and expenses. It directly affects workers, apprentices, and students pursuing certified trades or occupations by allowing tax-free contributions to accounts covering costs like community college tuition, apprenticeship fees, certification exams, trade tools, and business startup expenses. The bill enables rollovers from existing 529 college savings plans into these accounts and requires states to administer the programs with reporting rules similar to current 529 plans. The program will apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, and is designed to support career advancement in regulated fields.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

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