The Tariff Refund Act of 2026 would provide one-time tax refunds to eligible Americans, framed as rebates of tariff revenue collected by the federal government. Eligible individuals would receive either $850, $1,275, or $1,700 depending on their filing status (single, head of household, or married filing jointly), provided they are U.S. citizens, not incarcerated, and had adjusted gross income below $200,000 to $400,000 depending on filing status in the preceding tax year. The bill would exclude dependents and individuals with higher incomes from receiving payments. The Treasury Department would distribute these refunds as quickly as possible through electronic transfers to existing bank accounts on file or other designated accounts, with no interest paid on the refunds.

The Protect Local Funding Act would prohibit the federal government from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a proposed rule on Federal Financial Assistance that was published in the Federal Register on May 29, 2026. The bill specifically blocks the Office of Management and Budget Director and other federal agencies from putting this rule into effect or any substantially similar version of it. While the legislative text does not specify the exact details of the proposed rule being blocked, the bill's title suggests it is intended to protect local government funding from federal restrictions or conditions. The bill was introduced in June 2026 with bipartisan support and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are included in the legislation.

The Secure Aluminum Supply Chains Act directs the United States International Trade Commission to investigate whether exporting aluminum scrap to countries considered national security threats poses risks to the United States. The investigation will examine both direct exports of aluminum scrap to Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, as well as aluminum scrap made available to companies controlled by these countries, even if not directly exported. The commission must submit its findings and recommendations to Congress within 180 days of the bill becoming law. The commission is also required to consult with American aluminum producers, recycling companies, and labor unions as part of the investigation. This legislation affects aluminum exporters, recyclers, and producers who may face new restrictions on where they can sell their scrap materials.

This bill prohibits most connected vehicles, or cars with wireless internet and communication systems, from entering the United States if they originate from China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran, or if foreign entities from these countries own or control more than 15 percent of the manufacturer. The law is intended to protect national security by preventing potential data theft and remote vehicle manipulation through these connected systems. The bill allows limited exceptions for vehicles imported solely for testing purposes by U.S.-based companies and establishes a process for the Commerce Department and Customs and Border Protection to authorize specific vehicles on a case-by-case basis if they pose no national security risk. Regulations implementing the ban must be issued within 90 days, with the prohibition taking effect 30 days after the regulations are published, and an initial list of authorized vehicles must be published by January 1, 2027.

This bill would prevent the U.S. Postal Service from adopting a proposed rule that would allow pistols, revolvers, and other concealable firearms to be mailed through the postal system. The legislation specifically blocks a rule titled "Revised Mailing Standards for Firearms" that the Postal Service published in April 2026, as well as any substantially similar future rules. The bill affects the Postal Service's regulatory authority and anyone who might otherwise be permitted to mail handguns under the new rule. There is no funding or timeline specified in the legislation beyond the reference to the April 2026 proposed rule. The bill would maintain the current prohibition on mailing concealable firearms through the U.S. mail.

The Build to Scale Reauthorization Act of 2026 reauthorizes and expands the regional innovation program under the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980. The bill updates program definitions to emphasize providing capital access to innovation-based businesses and broadens the types of organizations eligible to participate, including venture development organizations that offer financing, research commercialization services, and entrepreneurial support. The legislation modifies federal cost-sharing requirements, allowing the federal government to cover up to 50 percent of project costs plus an additional amount up to 40 percent based on regional economic needs, and mandates that the Department of Commerce conduct outreach to encourage participation from rural communities, trade-impacted areas, economically distressed regions, and organizations collaborating with workforce investment boards. The bill authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these regional innovation initiatives and allows the Secretary to use any previously appropriated but unspent funds for the program.

The Homeownership Savings Act creates a new tax-advantaged savings account designed to help first-time homebuyers accumulate funds for down payments and closing costs on their primary residence. Account holders can deduct up to $2,000 to $3,000 annually (depending on filing status) with a lifetime contribution limit of $40,000, and withdrawals for qualified homeownership expenses are completely tax-free. The accounts must be established with banks or qualified trustees and automatically terminate within 60 days after the beneficiary purchases their first home; non-qualified withdrawals face income tax plus a 20% penalty, though exceptions exist for death or disability. The bill also allows employers to contribute to these accounts on behalf of employees with favorable tax treatment, requires annual cost-of-living adjustments to contribution limits, and mandates trustee reporting to the IRS and account holders. These provisions take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2026.

The Release Your Taxes Act of 2026 requires all current Members of Congress and candidates running for Congress to publicly disclose their federal income tax returns. Individuals covered by the law must submit their tax filings to congressional officials within two business days of filing with the IRS, and these returns must be published on a public website within five business days. The bill applies to tax years beginning in 2025 and going forward, with current members and candidates having 30 days from the bill's enactment to submit any tax returns filed in 2026. Individuals who fail to comply will have their names posted on the congressional website, where they will remain for up to six years after leaving office or ending their candidacy unless they comply with the disclosure requirement. The bill establishes a centralized tax return database maintained by the House Clerk and Senate Secretary to make this information accessible to the general public.

The Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act directs the Department of Energy to establish a comprehensive research program on advanced vehicle technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and lowering manufacturing costs across 18 research areas, including electric vehicles, batteries, fuel cells, lightweight materials, and autonomous systems, with special emphasis on domestic manufacturing and critical material supply chains. The bill also establishes up to seven university-based research centers to train graduate students and engineers in these advanced technologies, with requirements that at least two centers be led by or include Historically Black Colleges and Universities, minority-serving institutions, or Tribal colleges. The legislation extends this research focus to nonroad transportation sectors such as aviation, rail, and maritime through alternative fuels and energy efficiency improvements. Funding for these research and demonstration activities will increase from $530 million in fiscal year 2027 to $644.2 million by fiscal year 2031, with university research center grants of $8.3 million authorized annually through fiscal year 2031. Overall, the bill represents a sustained federal investment in vehicle technology innovation over the next five years to support the nation's transition toward cleaner transportation.

This concurrent resolution directs the Architect of the Capitol to install and maintain gas price tracker displays in both the House and Senate chambers that would show the average cost of regular gasoline in each state and territory on a continuous basis. The trackers would be designed to keep lawmakers visually informed of current fuel prices across the country. The resolution specifies that no federal appropriated funds can be used to design, construct, or maintain these displays, instead requiring the Architect of the Capitol to seek private donations and gifts to cover all costs. The Architect would be required to submit an annual report to House and Senate leadership documenting all donations received and how the money was used. The resolution does not establish a specific timeline for installation or implementation.

This bill would require the removal of student loan default records from borrowers' credit histories when they obtain a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that pays off their defaulted loan. The legislation amends the Higher Education Act to mandate that the Department of Education, guaranty agencies, or other loan holders request credit reporting agencies to delete the default record once consolidation occurs. The bill would affect borrowers who have defaulted on federal student loans and use consolidation as a path to rehabilitate their credit standing. There is no specific funding amount or implementation timeline specified in the legislation. Essentially, the bill gives borrowers a "clean slate" by removing the mark of default from their credit history when they consolidate their defaulted loans.

The RESTART Communities Act of 2026 directs the Commerce Department's Economic Development Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency to work together to help revitalize contaminated sites and create economic opportunities in affected communities. The bill requires these two agencies to establish coordination processes that streamline funding access, provide technical assistance, support workforce development programs, and engage local communities in planning economic recovery efforts at polluted industrial sites and other contaminated properties. The legislation covers activities including internships, job training, development of best practices, and collection of public input before, during, and after environmental cleanup occurs. Within three years of enactment, the agencies must report to Congress on their collaborative achievements, the economic results at revitalized sites, and recommendations for expanding the program further. The bill does not specify dedicated funding amounts but authorizes the agencies to use existing appropriations to carry out these coordination and education activities.

H.R. 8190 requires the Social Security Administration (SSA) to restore staffing levels to at least what they were on January 19, 2025, and mandates that this be completed within six months of the bill's enactment. The legislation prioritizes customer-facing positions by requiring that 75 percent of new hires work directly with beneficiaries—either in field offices, telephone call centers, payment processing centers, or disability claims offices. The remaining 25 percent of new hires must support these frontline workers in managerial and administrative roles. This bill primarily affects Social Security beneficiaries, who would benefit from improved service availability and response times, as well as job seekers hired to fill these positions. The legislation does not specify a funding amount but directs the SSA Commissioner to take necessary actions to meet the staffing target within the six-month timeline.

The Hold ICE Accountable Act of 2026 creates a special prosecutor position to investigate unlawful actions by Department of Homeland Security officers and employees that occurred from January 20, 2025 onward. The special prosecutor would be appointed by a three-judge federal panel within 30 days of an application from the Attorney General or any state attorney general, and would operate independently with full investigative and prosecutorial powers similar to a U.S. Attorney. The bill affects DHS personnel and gives victims of alleged rights violations the ability to sue for compensatory, non-economic, and punitive damages while removing qualified immunity defenses. Congress would have oversight authority and the special prosecutor would report publicly and to legislators, with funding authorized for up to five fiscal years and staff hiring conducted without approval from other government agencies.

H.R. 8027 establishes a $1 billion federal grant program, running from 2026 through 2030, to help states fund advanced wastewater treatment projects that address emerging water contaminants like "forever chemicals" (PFOA/PFAS) and nanomaterials. The EPA will distribute grants to states based on a formula it develops, with at least 49 percent of the funding directed to projects serving low-income communities, rural areas, small towns, and tribes that lack resources for costly upgrades. States and communities receiving grants must contribute at least 50 percent of project costs themselves, though disadvantaged communities can receive full federal funding without matching local money. Additionally, the bill requires the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study how well these advanced treatment technologies work, with interim findings due within three years and a final report within five years.

This bill restricts the Department of Energy's ability to provide financial assistance to for-profit electric utilities if they raise residential electricity rates above their January 1, 2026 baseline levels. For the first year after enactment, utilities that receive federal funds are completely prohibited from raising rates to residential customers; if they do so, the government must cancel their assistance. In the following two years, utilities can raise rates only if their five highest-paid executives accept compensation cuts equal to twice the percentage of any rate increase, and they must document these reductions to the Energy Secretary. The bill applies only to regulated investor-owned electric utilities operating within states that oversee utility rates, not municipal or cooperative utilities. By conditioning federal support on rate restraint and executive pay reductions, the legislation aims to protect consumers from electricity rate increases while holding utility leadership accountable when federal assistance is provided.

Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to establish an Addressing Teacher Shortages Program. Through this program, ED shall award grants for local educational agencies to address teacher shortage challenges.Specifically, grant funds may be used to establish or expand teaching residency programs, teacher mentor programs, specified recruitment and training programs, and other evidence-based strategies to increase teacher retention and support teachers.

H.R. 7852, the No Getting Rich in Congress Act, imposes several restrictions to prevent members of Congress and their families from profiting off their government service. The bill establishes a lifetime ban on former members of Congress and former presidential appointees from lobbying on behalf of designated foreign countries including China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. Additionally, current members of Congress and their spouses are prohibited from serving as officers or members of for-profit corporate boards, though spouses already serving on boards may complete their current terms while filing quarterly public reports on their board service. The legislation also requires Congressional spouses to publicly disclose gifts they receive, with an exception only for spouses registered as federal lobbyists. These measures aim to reduce conflicts of interest and prevent lawmakers from using their positions to enrich themselves or their families through foreign influence or corporate connections.

The Justice for Allie Act creates a new federal crime targeting the sexual exploitation of vulnerable adults. Specifically, it makes it illegal to coerce or pressure adults aged 18 and older who have certain disabilities—including autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, dementia, and schizophrenia—into sending intimate images with intent to harm them. The bill applies to exploitation conducted through mail or interstate/foreign commerce. Penalties include up to one year in prison and fines for a first offense, and up to two years in prison and fines for subsequent offenses. The legislation defines "harm" broadly to include physical, psychological, financial, and reputational damage, providing comprehensive protection for adults with disabilities who may be especially vulnerable to this form of exploitation.

The Local Infrastructure Tax Cuts Act modifies federal tax deductions for state and local taxes (SALT) and creates a new deduction for special assessment taxes used to fund local infrastructure projects. The bill raises the SALT deduction cap from the current limit to $10,000 for most taxpayers and $5,000 for those filing separately, though taxpayers above certain income thresholds ($215,000 for joint filers, $161,250 for head of household, and $107,500 for others) receive no deduction. Additionally, the bill allows homeowners to deduct special assessment taxes paid on their primary residences when those taxes fund community infrastructure like roads, utilities, schools, hospitals, or emergency services. Both provisions take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2026, with the deduction amounts adjusted annually for inflation after 2027.

The NASA Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System Authority Act grants NASA the power to detect, identify, monitor, and track drones that pose threats to NASA facilities and assets, particularly those involved in launch and reentry operations. The law allows NASA personnel and authorized contractors to intercept drone communications without prior consent to protect covered facilities, and authorizes NASA to conduct research and testing of drone detection equipment. NASA must work with the Department of Transportation and conduct risk-based assessments to designate which facilities qualify for protection under this authority. The legislation includes strict privacy safeguards requiring that intercepted communications be retained for no more than 180 days unless needed for investigations, and mandates that NASA brief Congress every six months on its activities, any incidents involving property damage, and steps taken to protect the national airspace system. The authority expires on September 30, 2031.

The Make Congress Drive Union-Made Act restricts how Members of Congress can spend their official expense allowances on vehicles. Specifically, it prohibits House Representatives and Senators from using their representational and office expense funds to purchase or lease motor vehicles unless those vehicles are both manufactured in the United States and assembled by workers covered by union collective bargaining agreements. The restriction applies to Members' Representational Allowances for House members and Senators' Official Personnel and Office Expense Accounts, and takes effect on October 1, 2026. The bill does not provide new funding but rather places conditions on existing congressional expense budgets to promote domestic union-made manufacturing.

The AID Act modifies how federal financial aid is calculated for college students by allowing parents' outstanding student loan debt to reduce the amount of expected family contribution toward college costs. Starting with the 2027–2028 school year, parents can subtract from their income either $4,000 or 15 percent of their outstanding federal student loan debt (whichever is less) when applying for federal student aid, but this benefit is capped for higher-income families—those earning more than $200,000 (single) or $400,000 (married) are ineligible. The bill also requires the Department of Education to automatically adjust these dollar amounts annually based on inflation starting in 2028–2029. Additionally, the Secretary of Education must report to Congress by July 1, 2028, and annually thereafter, detailing how many students benefit from this change and the average allowance received, broken down by eligibility for Pell Grants. The legislation aims to ease the financial burden on families struggling with student loan debt while helping their children access federal financial aid.

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to classify a broad group of chemicals called perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as hazardous air pollutants under federal clean air law. PFAS are synthetic chemicals widely used in products like non-stick cookware, food packaging, and firefighting foam that have been linked to health and environmental concerns. The EPA must issue final regulations within 180 days of the bill's enactment, and then identify specific industrial sources and categories that emit these chemicals within one year. The legislation affects manufacturers and industries that produce or use PFAS-containing products, as well as any facilities that emit these substances into the air. The bill carries no specified federal funding allocation but will require EPA resources to develop and implement the new regulations.

The Thyroid Disease Coverage, Awareness, Research, and Education Act of 2025 directs the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct research on thyroid disease, analyze healthcare disparities, and launch a public awareness campaign. The bill authorizes $30 million annually from 2026 through 2030 for thyroid disease research—including studies on root causes, improved treatments, and how the disease affects women of reproductive age—as well as another $30 million annually to analyze disparities in diagnosis and treatment across different populations by race, ethnicity, geography, gender, and insurance status. The bill also funds a $3 million annual public awareness campaign to educate patients and healthcare providers about thyroid disease recognition, treatment options, and preventing implicit bias in care. An interim research report is due within 24 months, with preliminary findings on disparities due within two years and a final report by the end of fiscal year 2030.