The Protecting Communities from Data Center Impacts Act of 2026 directs the Environmental Protection Agency to commission the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study how data centers affect the environment and public health. The assessment will examine six major impact areas: noise pollution, air pollution, water consumption, water supply, carbon emissions, and waste including electronic waste. The National Academies must complete this study and deliver a report with findings and mitigation recommendations to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment. The legislation affects data center operators and communities near data centers, as the findings could inform future environmental regulations and policies. While the bill does not specify funding amounts in the provided text, it requires the EPA to enter into an agreement with the National Academies to conduct and deliver this assessment.

This bill directs the Small Business Administration to prepare a comprehensive report on for-profit child care providers within 120 days of enactment. The report must assess the challenges these businesses face, evaluate what support the SBA currently provides them, identify gaps in that support, and recommend legislative changes to help address their needs. Additionally, the bill requires the report to examine fraud among for-profit child care providers and recommend statutory changes to prevent misuse of federal funds. The legislation affects for-profit child care businesses operating across the United States and its territories, and it does not authorize any new federal funding, requiring the SBA to complete the work within existing resources.

H.R. 9222, the "Drain the Swamp Act," is a comprehensive ethics and voting reform bill that addresses government accountability, campaign finance transparency, voting rights, and redistricting standards. The bill restricts senior federal officials and members of Congress from accepting foreign payments without Congressional approval (enforced through civil and criminal penalties), prohibits them from trading in political prediction markets, and establishes new rules for legal expense funds, inaugural committee donations, and disclosures of payments to the President. Additionally, the legislation significantly strengthens voting rights protections by expanding federal oversight of states with recent voting discrimination violations, requiring preclearance approval before voting changes in jurisdictions with substantial minority populations, and establishing strict redistricting criteria that prohibit partisan gerrymandering and limit states to one redistricting cycle per decade. The bill also enhances campaign finance disclosure requirements, mandating that organizations spending over $10,000 on campaign activities disclose their beneficial owners, major donors, and spending within 24 hours of disclosure deadlines. Implementation timelines vary across provisions, with some requirements taking effect immediately upon enactment while others, such as the new Office of Government Ethics rules on legal expense funds, must be established within one year.

This joint resolution prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from testing a new Medicare payment model in certain states that involves a prior authorization process and the use of enhanced technology by third-party contractors to determine whether certain claims should be paid.Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies a notice issued by the CMS on July 1, 2025, titled Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model. (On May 12, 2026, the Government Accountability Office issued a letter of opinion stating that this notice constituted an agency rule and is therefore subject to the Congressional Review Act.)The CMS selected six states to participate in this model over a six-year period: New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Arizona, and Washington. Under the model, contracted companies must process prior authorization requests (i.e., requests for coverage determinations before a service is furnished) for certain services using enhanced technology (e.g., artificial intelligence). Contracted companies are paid based on the share of resulting savings. The CMS aims to test the model's ability to produce accurate results while streamlining the prior authorization process for Medicare claims. The model is based in part on similar processes used for Medicare Advantage claims. CMS began implementing the model on January 1, 2026. This joint resolution prohibits the CMS from continuing to do so.

This bill requires the Medicaid program to cover diagnostic breast examinations, supplemental breast examinations, and screening mammographies without any out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries. Diagnostic breast exams are used to evaluate suspected or detected breast abnormalities, while supplemental breast exams are additional screening tests for patients with risk factors or family history of breast cancer. The legislation also makes screening mammographies a mandatory Medicaid benefit when they receive an A or B grade from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. The changes take effect one year after the bill becomes law and apply to all medical assistance furnished after that date. This expansion aims to remove financial barriers for low-income Medicaid beneficiaries seeking breast cancer screening and diagnostic services.

The Family Farm Transition Act of 2026 directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish a program called Farm Land Link that connects retiring farmers with aspiring farmers seeking to take over agricultural operations. The program will maintain a database of both retiring farmers and new farmers, facilitate farm business and property transfers between these groups, and publish guidance to help with the transition process. The Secretary of Agriculture must establish the program within 180 days of the bill's enactment and will serve retiring farmers and beginning farmers as its primary beneficiaries. The program will operate for an initial five-year period, with the option to extend for additional five-year terms, and the Secretary must submit biennial progress reports to Congress detailing implementation steps and results achieved.

H.Res. 1130 is a symbolic resolution that asks Congress to formally recognize and condemn atrocities committed during the 1971 Bangladesh independence conflict. The resolution acknowledges that Pakistani military forces and allied Islamist groups carried out widespread massacres, systematic rape, and targeted killings of ethnic Bengalis and religious minorities—particularly Hindus—during a nine-month campaign beginning in March 1971. The bill cites historical accounts from U.S. diplomats, journalists, and international organizations documenting that tens to hundreds of thousands of people were killed and over 200,000 women were raped. The resolution calls on the President to officially recognize these events as crimes against humanity, war crimes, and genocide, while also emphasizing that entire ethnic or religious groups should not be held responsible for individual crimes. This measure does not authorize any funding or programs; it is instead a statement of congressional recognition aimed at preserving historical memory and preventing future atrocities.

The No Harm Data Centers Act would give the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission authority to set electricity rates for large data centers (those using more than 50 megawatts of power) and require data centers to pay the full cost of building and upgrading electrical infrastructure needed to support their operations, rather than shifting those costs to residential and small business customers. The bill prohibits electric utilities from passing data center infrastructure costs onto other ratepayers and establishes penalties of up to $10 million per day for violations. Additionally, the legislation bars enforceability of nondisclosure agreements that prevent public officials from discussing data center construction deals, and requires the Environmental Protection Agency to work with the National Academies to assess data centers' environmental and public health impacts—including effects on noise, air quality, water consumption, and carbon emissions—within 180 days of the bill's enactment. The changes apply to traditional electric utilities but exempt rural cooperatives, public utilities, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and federal power marketing administrations.

The Secret Service-Local Law Enforcement Partnership Act of 2026 establishes a federal grant program to reimburse state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies for costs associated with protecting the private residences and offices of certain government officials and their families. Eligible law enforcement agencies can receive reimbursement only for expenses that exceed their normal operating costs, such as officer overtime for patrols around protected properties and specialized security equipment approved by the Secret Service. The bill authorizes $61 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to fund these grants, which will be administered by the Department of Homeland Security. The legislation includes strong oversight provisions, requiring annual audits by the DHS Inspector General and detailed reporting to Congress on how funds are spent, including the specific number of officer hours dedicated to protection and a complete list of equipment purchased. Agencies must submit implementation reports within 180 days and comply with recommendations from a prior DHS Inspector General investigation.

The Shane DiGiovanna Act requires the Department of Health and Human Services to run a two-year nationwide demonstration program testing whether Medicaid must cover wound care treatments for patients with epidermolysis bullosa, a rare genetic skin disorder. The covered items include over-the-counter pain relievers and antihistamines, antiseptics, antibiotic ointments, and specialized wound dressings and supplies. The program must begin within one year of the bill's enactment and apply to eligible Medicaid beneficiaries in all states. Within one year after the demonstration ends, the agency must report to Congress on the program's effects on healthcare spending and patient outcomes, along with recommendations for preventing hospitalizations related to this condition.

The Tax Relief for Renters Act of 2026 creates a new tax deduction for people who rent their primary residence. Under this bill, renters can deduct up to one-twelfth of their annual rent payments, capped at $4,000 per year, directly from their taxable income. The deduction is available to all renters regardless of whether they itemize deductions on their tax return, but it phases out for higher-income individuals: those earning over $75,000 (or $125,000 for joint filers) become ineligible. The deduction amounts will automatically adjust for inflation each year after 2027, rounded to the nearest $100. The bill takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2026.

This resolution honors William DeHart Hubbard, a groundbreaking African American athlete from Cincinnati who made history as the first African American to win an individual Olympic gold medal at the 1924 Paris Olympics in the long jump. Born in 1903, Hubbard overcame significant racial barriers to become a three-time NCAA champion and eight-time Amateur Athletic Union champion in track and field while attending the University of Michigan, setting multiple records that stood for decades. Despite facing racial discrimination and segregation—including being forced to stay in the bow of a ship traveling to Paris and being barred from competing in certain Olympic events—Hubbard persisted to achieve his historic Olympic victory. Beyond his athletic accomplishments, he dedicated his life to advancing opportunities for African Americans, serving as a race relations adviser for the Federal Housing Authority, promoting professional Black bowlers, and founding a professional African American baseball team. The resolution, introduced during Black History Month, celebrates Hubbard's legacy of athletic excellence and community service.

The ACCESS Through OTC Innovation Act directs the FDA to use the least burdensome approach when reviewing requests to approve over-the-counter monograph drugs—medications that don't require individual drug applications because their ingredients and uses are already recognized as safe and effective. The bill requires the FDA to meet with requestors if published research alone isn't sufficient, and to provide clear recommendations on what types of evidence, including study designs and sizes, would be needed to demonstrate safety and effectiveness. The FDA must also document these meetings and any guidance in writing for the administrative record. The legislation affects drugmakers and companies seeking to market OTC drugs under the monograph system, aiming to streamline the approval process while maintaining safety standards. No specific funding or timeline is allocated in the bill.

The Campus Housing Affordability Act removes a long-standing federal prohibition that prevents college and university students from receiving housing assistance through the Section 8 rental assistance program. The bill allows the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide tenant-based housing assistance to eligible students enrolled at accredited institutions of higher education who live in campus housing facilities. A key provision protects students by ensuring that housing assistance they receive cannot be counted as income when determining their eligibility for federal student financial aid, institutional aid, work-study programs, service-based living allowances, or child support obligations. The legislation affects low-income college students seeking affordable housing and was introduced in December 2025 with bipartisan support, though no specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are detailed in the bill text.

H.R. 6529 addresses concerns that rapidly growing artificial intelligence data centers are driving up electricity costs for everyday households and small businesses. The bill requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to organize a technical conference within 90 days that brings together energy regulators, utility companies, state officials, consumer advocates, and data center operators to discuss how to protect residential and small commercial customers from these rising energy costs. Within six months of concluding the conference, the commission must submit a report to Congress with recommendations and best practices for rate structures that fairly distribute the costs of large energy-consuming facilities. The legislation does not authorize any new spending but directs existing federal agencies to study the problem and develop potential solutions. The bill addresses a growing concern that the energy demands of AI infrastructure could create disproportionate financial burdens on typical consumers.

This bill prohibits the federal government from implementing or testing automated systems that would use artificial intelligence to deny or delay Medicare payments for medical services. Specifically, it blocks the "WISeR" model—a program the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services proposed to test AI-based prior authorization (a process where insurers must approve treatments before patients receive them)—and prevents the creation of similar models in the future. The legislation applies to traditional Medicare (Part A and Part B coverage) and would prevent any future testing of prior authorization systems, whether powered by AI or not, under the Medicare innovation program. The bill was introduced in December 2025 and affects Medicare beneficiaries who would be protected from having their coverage decisions made by automated systems. There is no specific funding amount mentioned in the legislation, as it is primarily a restriction on existing government authority rather than an appropriations measure.

Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act This bill establishes a Medicare buy-in option for certain qualifying first responders. Specifically, the bill allows first responders aged 50 to 64 to enroll in Medicare if they are retired or otherwise separated from service due to a disability. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) must determine enrollment periods and set premiums for the buy-in option established under the bill, in accordance with specified requirements. The CMS must also award grants to states and nonprofit organizations for outreach and enrollment activities relating to the buy-in option.

This bill authorizes the U.S. Department of Justice and Department of State to provide technical assistance, training, and advisory support to Ukraine to help recover Ukrainian children forcibly transferred by Russia, secure the release of prisoners of war and civilian detainees, and pursue justice against those responsible. The assistance includes helping Ukraine develop biometric identification systems, analyze intelligence, use secure communications, and investigate abduction cases. The bill also authorizes funding to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of recovered children through medical care, psychological services, family reunification, and educational support, as well as backing for Ukraine's prosecution efforts against perpetrators of atrocity crimes. Within 30 to 60 days of providing assistance, U.S. officials must report to Congress on the type and amount of support being provided, and the State Department must coordinate with international partners to align sanctions against those responsible for the abductions.

This bill expands how local law enforcement agencies can spend federal COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) grants by allowing them to use these funds to offer bonuses aimed at recruiting and retaining police officers. The legislation specifically targets law enforcement agencies that are struggling with recruitment problems or experiencing high rates of officer retirements and resignations. By adding this new use of grant money, the bill addresses staffing challenges many police departments face while giving agencies more flexibility in how they allocate federal public safety funding. The bill does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines; rather, it modifies the existing COPS grant program authorized under the 1968 Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act to include recruitment and retention bonuses as an eligible use of grant money.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' position that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) should stop a pilot program that uses artificial intelligence to decide which medical services Medicare will cover. The resolution specifically targets a CMS initiative announced in June 2025 that contracts with for-profit companies to employ AI and other advanced technologies to evaluate Medicare coverage decisions. The bill affects Medicare beneficiaries—primarily seniors—who could potentially be denied coverage for necessary medical procedures based on AI determinations rather than traditional review processes. This is a non-binding resolution that does not establish law or allocate funding; rather, it communicates congressional concern about relying on artificial intelligence for healthcare coverage decisions and calls for CMS to abandon the program to protect seniors' access to care.

The Protect Our Hospitals Act would repeal recent changes to Medicaid provider taxes that were made under Public Law 119–21. Specifically, the bill reverses Section 71115 of that law and restores previous Medicaid tax rules as they existed before those changes were implemented. The legislation affects hospitals and other healthcare providers that rely on Medicaid funding. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are detailed in the bill text provided. The bill was introduced in July 2025 by Representative Landsman and three co-sponsors and was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

The NOPAIN for Veterans Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to add newly approved non-opioid pain medications to its formulary—the list of covered drugs—within one year of those medications becoming eligible for special payment under Medicare or federal regulations. Non-opioid pain medications are approved drugs that reduce pain without acting on the body's opioid receptors, offering alternatives to traditional pain management. The bill affects veterans who receive healthcare through the VA and aims to expand their access to non-opioid pain treatment options. The VA must implement these changes within 90 days of the bill's enactment, though funding for this requirement cannot come from the Cost of War Toxic Exposures Fund. This bipartisan legislation seeks to give veterans more pain management choices while supporting efforts to reduce opioid dependency.

This bill removes barriers that prevent current and former foster youth from accessing federal housing assistance while enrolled in college. Specifically, it eliminates a longstanding prohibition on using housing vouchers for students living in on-campus housing and allows the Department of Housing and Urban Development to waive certain eligibility requirements for students in foster care or court-emancipated youth. The assistance provided under this bill cannot be counted as income when determining eligibility for federal student financial aid, work-study programs, or other federal benefits, ensuring that housing support doesn't disqualify students from other assistance programs. The legislation targets low-income students who have experienced the foster care system, helping them afford stable on-campus housing while pursuing their education. No specific funding amount or timeline is specified in the bill.

The What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish standard practices for suicide prevention and mental health grant and pilot programs. These standards mandate that programs have clear, measurable goals; develop plans to collect and analyze data to measure success; communicate their objectives and evaluation methods to relevant stakeholders at least 30 days before launch and throughout the program; complete a final evaluation assessing what worked and whether results can be applied elsewhere; and share findings and best practices with relevant entities. The VA Secretary must issue regulations implementing these requirements within 180 days of the bill's enactment, and the standards will apply to both new and existing programs. This legislation aims to ensure veteran suicide prevention efforts are rigorously evaluated and that successful approaches are documented and shared across the VA system.

Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act of 2025This bill increases and modifies reimbursements for meals and snacks served under the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).CACFP is a Food and Nutrition Service program that provides federal reimbursements for meals and snacks provided to eligible children and adults who are enrolled at participating child care centers, day care homes (i.e., private homes that provide nonresidential child care services), and adult day care centers.Specifically, the bill eliminates the two-tiered system for CACFP reimbursement rates for day care homes and generally makes all day care homes eligible for the same reimbursement rates. Under current law, day care homes located in a low-income area or with a low-income provider receive higher reimbursement rates (i.e., Tier I rates). Day care homes that do not qualify for Tier I rates receive Tier II rates, which are lower.Further, the bill provides an additional 10-cent reimbursement for each eligible meal and snack served in the CACFP.The bill also allows the provider of a family or group day care home to serve reimbursable meals and snacks to their own children when serving meals and snacks to children in their care. Specifically, the bill eliminates the current requirement that the child of a day care home provider meet the program's income eligibility requirement in order for the day care provider to receive reimbursement for the meals and snacks served to their child.