This resolution celebrates the 54-year legacy of Title IX, the 1972 law that prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs. The measure recognizes significant progress made under Title IX, including increased educational and athletic opportunities for women and girls, higher graduation rates, and greater access to professional schools and nontraditional fields. However, the resolution expresses concern that the Trump administration is undermining Title IX protections by shifting enforcement responsibilities from the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights to the Department of Justice, which the resolution argues lacks education expertise. The resolution calls on the executive branch to continue protecting all students from sex discrimination, including discrimination based on pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex stereotypes, and it condemns what it characterizes as the weaponization of Title IX to harm vulnerable students. This is a symbolic measure expressing the House's position on education civil rights policy rather than creating new law or appropriating funds.

This bill creates a new visa program that allows noncitizen veterans and service members who have been removed from the United States to return and become permanent residents. The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to establish an application process within 180 days and directs the Attorney General to reopen removal cases for veterans to determine if they qualify, with eligible veterans having their removal orders rescinded and their status adjusted to lawful permanent resident. The legislation protects noncitizen active service members and veterans from removal unless they have been convicted of crimes of violence, and it allows qualifying veterans to pursue naturalization and access military benefits they would have received if they had not been removed. The bill specifically carves out exceptions for crimes of violence and national security threats, though it allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to waive these restrictions for humanitarian reasons, family unity, exceptional military service, or public interest. There is no cap on the number of veterans who can benefit from this program, and the Secretary must implement regulations within 90 days of enactment.

This bill establishes competitive federal grant programs to support conservation efforts for four categories of endangered species across North America: butterflies, Pacific island plants, freshwater mussels, and southwestern desert fish. The Secretary of the Interior will distribute multiyear funding to eligible applicants including state agencies, tribes, nonprofits, and research institutions—but not federal agencies as lead recipients—based on detailed project proposals that demonstrate expertise, stakeholder engagement, matching funds, and long-term sustainability plans. Application review periods range from 30 to 180 days depending on the program, with the Secretary having authority to prioritize high-priority projects and waive certain requirements as needed. The bill requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the Southwest Desert Fish Conservation Fund's activities, finances, and progress on species recovery. Overall, the legislation aims to prevent species extinction by providing dedicated funding mechanisms and clear processes for supporting conservation work on the ground.

H.Res. 1139 is a symbolic resolution expressing House support for "National Middle-Level Education Month" in March 2026, as designated by major educational associations including the National Association of Elementary School Principals and the Association for Middle Level Education. The resolution recognizes the critical importance of middle-level education for students ages 10-15 (grades 5-10), highlighting that over 18 million young adolescents attend these schools daily during a crucial period of brain development and personal growth. The resolution emphasizes research findings that middle grade achievement—particularly in eighth grade—significantly impacts college readiness and that middle-level education remains underfunded compared to other education levels. The bill calls on Americans to observe the month by engaging with and celebrating middle schools and the educators who serve this unique age group. No funding or specific programmatic changes are attached to this resolution, as it is a non-binding statement of support and recognition.

H.R. 8048 amends the federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to ensure American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Tribal organizations receive a fair share of federal funding and assistance. Currently, the law focuses on distributing funds to states, but this bill explicitly includes Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations as eligible recipients of equitable support. The legislation directs that 5 percent of appropriated funds be allocated specifically to Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations for child abuse prevention and treatment programs, while maintaining 1 percent for migrant programs. This change recognizes that tribal communities have distinct child welfare needs and should have dedicated federal resources to address child abuse and prevention in their own communities. The bill was introduced on March 24, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

This bill protects the Chí'chil Biłdagoteel Historic District (Oak Flat), a sacred site in Arizona's Tonto National Forest that holds deep religious and cultural significance for Western Apache and other Native American tribes. The legislation withdraws the historic district from mining activities and prohibits the Resolution Copper Mine project—a joint venture between foreign mining companies Rio Tinto and BHP—from extracting copper beneath the site and constructing related infrastructure like toxic waste pipelines and power lines. The bill prevents any activity that would damage the landscape, water resources, or cultural integrity of the district and requires the Secretary of Agriculture to consult with Native American tribes and support their traditional activities on the land. No specific funding is allocated in the legislation, which essentially reverses a 2014 land exchange that had transferred approximately 2,422 acres to Resolution Copper.

The Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 substantially increases financial assistance to low-income seniors, disabled individuals, and blind persons by raising monthly benefit amounts and dramatically expanding eligibility. The bill more than triples the annual income exclusion (from $240 to $1,892) and the earned income exclusion (from $780 to $6,149), while raising resource limits from $2,250 to $20,000 for individuals, allowing recipients to have more savings without losing benefits. Future SSI payments will be tied to the federal poverty guideline rather than the frozen 1974 rates currently used, ensuring benefits keep pace with living costs. The bill also extends SSI eligibility to U.S. territories including Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa, and removes penalties for recipients with retirement savings or receiving tribal welfare payments. All changes take effect one year after the bill is enacted into law.

The No Delay in Representation Act requires that someone elected to fill a vacant House seat through a special election must be sworn in and seated as a member within five legislative days after the election results are certified. The bill applies to all special elections for House vacancies and eliminates any delays that might otherwise occur between winning an election and officially taking office. If an elected representative declines to be sworn in during that five-day window, the Speaker of the House can schedule the oath at a mutually agreed-upon later date. The measure counts only days when the House is actually in session—including brief procedural sessions—toward the five-day deadline. This legislation would take effect upon enactment and contains no specific funding requirements, as it simply establishes a procedural timeline for seating newly elected representatives.

Right to Read Act of 2025This bill expands access to school libraries and literacy skills support for elementary and secondary school students. It also outlines certain constitutional rights and liability protections related to school libraries.Specifically, the bill reauthorizes through FY2030 (1) the Comprehensive Literacy State Development Program, which provides grants to ensure high-quality instruction and effective strategies in reading and writing for children through 12th grade; and (2) the Innovative Approaches to Literacy Program, which provides grants to support the development of literacy skills in low-income communities.Additionally, the bill allows Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants to be used to assist local educational agencies (LEAs) and schools in recruiting, hiring, and retaining state-certified school librarians.Further, the bill authorizes states and LEAs to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment grants for programs and activities that promote the development of digital literacy and information literacy skills.The Department of Education (ED) must direct the National Center for Education Statistics to biennially collect data on school libraries.ED must require an assurance from each state and LEA receiving certain funds confirming that it will (1) protect the First Amendment rights of students in school libraries, and (2) provide equal protection in the conduct of school libraries in compliance with the requirements of the Fourteenth Amendment and nondiscrimination laws.The bill also provides liability protection to teachers, school librarians, school leaders, paraprofessionals, and other staff for actions that conform with state or local policies regarding the right to read.

H.R. 6391, the Save Oak Flat from Foreign Mining Act, would repeal a 2014 law that requires the Forest Service to transfer approximately 2,422 acres of public land known as Oak Flat in Arizona's Tonto National Forest to Resolution Copper, a joint venture between foreign mining companies Rio Tinto and BHP. The bill also permanently withdraws Oak Flat from mining activities and mineral development. The legislation targets concerns that Resolution Copper plans to extract copper from beneath Oak Flat primarily for export to China—where both parent companies send the majority of their mineral products—rather than for domestic use or benefit. Supporters argue the mining operation would cause severe environmental damage including depletion of 250 billion gallons of groundwater over 40 years and destruction of land sacred to Native American tribes, while critics contend it sacrifices U.S. resources and security interests to foreign corporations. There is no specific funding authorization in the bill, as it is primarily a repeal and land withdrawal measure.

This resolution supports the recognition of National Native American Heritage Month and Native American Heritage Day.