Marcy Kaptur

The Sunlight on SuperPACs Act of 2026 requires independent political committees known as SuperPACs to disclose their top three donors on any campaign advertisements they fund. When a SuperPAC spends $10,000 or more on ads that explicitly support or oppose a candidate, it must now display the names and contribution amounts of its three largest donors who gave $5,000 or more in the previous 12 months, and if any of those top donors are themselves political committees, the law requires disclosure of that committee's two largest donors as well. The bill affects SuperPACs and voters nationwide, with supporters arguing that transparency about funding sources helps voters make informed decisions about political advertisements. The legislation takes effect on January 1, 2027, and is modeled after recent state-level disclosure laws in Alaska, Arizona, and San Francisco that courts have upheld as constitutional. The bill was introduced by a bipartisan group of representatives including Ms. Kaptur and Mr. Mullin in September 2026.

H.R. 10382 was introduced on September 15, 2026 by Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-9) with no cosponsors. The text for this legislation has not yet been released. A summary will be generated when there is text available.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Army to speed up the process of approving agreements with local organizations and businesses in Ohio who want to reuse dredged material from federally maintained harbors. When dredged material is removed from harbors to keep them navigable, the bill allows the Army to work faster with non-federal partners on projects that demonstrate beneficial uses for this material, such as land restoration or construction projects. The bill also allows the Army to reimburse partners through future user fees rather than requiring upfront federal funding, and permits the Army to enter into agreements even before completing full dredged material management plans if there are legitimate delays due to complexity or insufficient capacity. The legislation applies specifically to Ohio's federally authorized harbors and aims to reduce bureaucratic timelines while allowing innovative partnerships for managing dredged material disposal.

This bill increases federal funding for wastewater infrastructure projects in the Village of Kelleys Island, Ohio. Specifically, it amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to raise the authorized funding from $1 million to $16.5 million for the Secretary of the Army to use on these wastewater projects. The bill was introduced by Representative Marcy Kaptur in September 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. No specific timeline is provided in the legislation for project completion or fund disbursement.

This bill amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to expand federal funding for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Toledo and Oregon, Ohio. Specifically, it increases the authorized funding from $10.5 million to $45 million for these projects. The bill also broadens the types of projects that can be funded to include stormwater management, water supply improvements, and environmental restoration in addition to wastewater infrastructure. The Secretary of the Army will oversee these infrastructure improvements. The bill was introduced in September 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

This bill clarifies and updates the federal cost-sharing arrangement for operating and maintaining the Toussaint River Federal navigation project in Carroll Township, Ohio. The legislation specifies that the cost share for this navigation project should follow the standard cost-sharing formula established in the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, rather than any other arrangement that may have previously applied. The bill affects the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which manages federal navigation projects, as well as state and local entities responsible for sharing maintenance costs. The measure takes effect on the first day of the federal fiscal year in which it is enacted and continues to apply to all subsequent fiscal years. No specific funding amounts are authorized in this legislation, as it primarily establishes the cost-sharing policy framework going forward.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Army to study the feasibility of a flood management project along the Maumee River near Toledo, Ohio's Glass City Riverwalk. The proposed project would address multiple goals including reducing flood risk, stabilizing riverbanks, restoring the ecosystem, and improving recreational access in the area. The legislation directs the Army Corps of Engineers to conduct a feasibility study to determine whether such a project is viable and worthwhile. The bill does not specify funding amounts or timelines for completing the study. This authorization would allow the federal government to evaluate whether to move forward with environmental and infrastructure improvements in Toledo.

This bill amends federal water resources law to expand the types of Great Lakes restoration projects that the Army Corps of Engineers can undertake. Currently, the Department of the Army has restrictions on which fishery and ecosystem restoration projects it can fund in the Great Lakes region. The legislation removes some of these restrictions to allow the Secretary of the Army to carry out additional projects that don't qualify under existing policy. The bill caps Federal spending for any individual project at $20 million. The measure was introduced in September 2026 and referred to the House Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure and Natural Resources for consideration.

The Ratepayer Justice and Commercial Power Accountability Act creates a new fund to compensate consumers harmed by utility misconduct, financed by requiring the Treasury Secretary and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to collect money from utilities, executives, and lobbyists found liable for illegal conduct such as bribery, corruption, and fraud that inflated rates. The bill directs the Department of Energy to prioritize communities affected by utility misconduct for federal grants and technical assistance for grid infrastructure and modernization projects. Eligible ratepayers who received continuous service during periods when utilities engaged in misconduct can receive compensation for the difference between what they actually paid and what rates would have been absent the illegal conduct. The Treasury Secretary is given authority to develop rules and guidance needed to implement and manage the fund, which covers misconduct occurring within 20 years of the bill's enactment and applies to for-profit utilities under federal regulatory jurisdiction with finalized misconduct determinations.

This bill establishes a U.S.-Ukraine Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group to develop, produce, and acquire unmanned systems and related drone technology between the two countries. The working group, led by senior Defense Department officials, will analyze Ukraine's combat-proven unmanned systems and explore ways to co-develop, co-produce, and transfer these technologies while establishing mutual technology-sharing agreements and intellectual property frameworks. The group must convene at least every 120 days and report to Congress every six months on progress, including identified unmanned systems for prioritization, supply chain assessments, and regulatory barriers. The working group will operate for five years with a possible one-year extension if the Secretary of Defense determines it remains vital to national security, with no specific funding amount authorized in the legislation.

This resolution expresses House support for designating May 8 through May 17, 2026, as "National American Birding Week" to recognize the significance of bird migration and birding in the United States. The resolution highlights that approximately 3.5 billion migratory birds pass through the country each spring and notes that many bird species face threats from habitat loss and collisions with infrastructure. The measure emphasizes that birding generates substantial economic benefits, with approximately 96 million American birders spending around $107 billion annually on birdwatching activities that support 1.4 million jobs and significant tax revenue. The resolution encourages participation in birding events and recognizes collaborative conservation efforts between government agencies, nonprofits, and private businesses to protect migratory bird populations. No funding is allocated or required by this resolution, as it is a symbolic designation expressing congressional support for raising awareness about bird conservation and the birding industry.

The BLOCK PUTIN Act targets Hungary's continued reliance on Russian energy and its obstruction of aid to Ukraine by imposing sanctions on senior Hungarian government officials. Specifically, the bill authorizes the president to sanction Hungarian officials who block or delay financial or security assistance to Ukraine through the European Union, NATO, or other multilateral organizations, or who approve continued oil and natural gas imports from Russia. These sanctions include freezing assets in the United States and making sanctioned individuals ineligible for U.S. visas and entry. The bill does not specify a funding amount but requires the Treasury and State Departments to report within 30 days on any U.S. government licenses or exemptions that may have facilitated Hungarian purchases of Russian energy. Hungary can avoid sanctions by adopting a public plan to end Russian energy dependency by 2028 and ceasing all official actions to block Ukraine aid for at least 180 consecutive days, at which point the sanctions regime terminates.

H.Res. 1082 is a symbolic resolution that honors 250 years of friendship between the United States and Poland, tracing their relationship from Polish volunteers in the American Revolution through Poland's current role as a NATO ally. The resolution celebrates historical cooperation between the two nations and recognizes Poland's recent contributions, including welcoming over one million Ukrainian refugees since Russia's 2022 invasion and maintaining a robust defense investment of over 4.7 percent of its GDP. The resolution affirms U.S. commitment to Poland's democracy and security and calls for continued stationing of approximately 10,000 American military personnel in Poland to support regional defense and deter Russian aggression. As a House resolution, this measure does not establish new law or appropriate funds; rather, it expresses congressional support for the U.S.-Poland alliance and serves as a formal statement of solidarity between the two nations.

This bill expresses Congress's support for naming a U.S. Navy vessel the USS Rear Admiral Alene Duerk in honor of the pioneering naval officer. Rear Admiral Duerk, born in Defiance, Ohio, became the first woman to achieve flag officer rank when she was promoted on April 16, 1972, after a distinguished career in the Navy Nurse Corps. Her service included caring for wounded soldiers during World War II at naval hospitals in Portsmouth and Bethesda, and on the USS Benevolence in the Pacific Theater, followed by decades of service in increasingly senior positions across multiple countries. The bill recognizes her valor through various military decorations she earned, including campaign medals and the Bronze Star. The legislation directs the Secretary of the Navy to consider naming a naval vessel after her to honor her historic contributions to the Navy.

The Balancing Incentives Act of 2025 would change patent law by requiring patent owners to give their permission before someone can file a challenge to their patent. Specifically, the bill adds a new consent requirement to two existing patent challenge procedures—inter-partes review and post-grant review—which are used to question whether a patent should have been issued in the first place. Currently, competitors or other parties can file these challenges without the patent owner's knowledge or approval. This change would give patent owners more control over patent disputes and could make it harder to challenge existing patents. The bill does not specify any funding, implementation timeline, or enforcement mechanisms. Patent owners, competitors, and the broader innovation community would be affected by this shift in how patent challenges work.

H.Res. 777 is a resolution commending the Council of Europe for its work to hold Russia accountable for alleged crimes against Ukraine, including war crimes, human rights violations, and aggression. The resolution recognizes the Council of Europe's role in documenting international crimes, providing humanitarian support to displaced Ukrainians, and establishing a Special Tribunal on the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine in partnership with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The measure expresses support for ongoing international justice efforts and encourages continued U.S.-Council of Europe collaboration to ensure accountability for those responsible for violations of international law. As a House resolution, this legislation does not appropriate funds or create binding policy—it serves as a statement of congressional support for these international justice initiatives. The resolution was introduced in September 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

H.Res. 657 is a symbolic resolution affirming Congress's commitment to keep the retirement ages for Social Security and Medicare unchanged. The resolution references President Trump's July 2024 promise to oppose any increases to these retirement ages and calls on Congress to reject any proposals that would raise the ages or effectively cut benefits. The resolution affects current and future retirees—particularly lower-income workers, those in physically demanding jobs, and people who depend heavily on Social Security income—by asserting that they should be able to access these benefits at their current eligibility ages. The measure contains no funding or specific timeline, as it is a non-binding expression of the House's position rather than legislation that establishes new law or appropriates money. Currently, the full retirement age for Social Security has already risen to 67 for people born after 1960, and the resolution seeks to prevent any further increases.

This bill requires federal executive branch employees in senior positions to complete annual training on appropriations law—the rules governing how the government spends taxpayer money. The training must cover key legal frameworks including the Purpose Statute, the Antideficiency Act, the bona fide needs rule, and the Impoundment Control Act, along with penalties for violations. The requirement applies to employees at grade 11 and above on the General Schedule, political appointees, and Senior Executive Service members. Agencies can use training from the Government Accountability Office, create their own courses (with approval from OMB and the Comptroller General), or contract with outside providers. Employees who fail to complete training within 45 days lose authority over budget decisions and eligibility for bonuses, and after 60 days face suspension from all agency computer systems. Agencies must report compliance statistics publicly and certify training completion to the Office of Management and Budget, with implementation guidance due 90 days after enactment and agency compliance plans due within 120 days.

The Gold Star Spouses Health Care Enhancement Act expands health care benefits for surviving spouses of military members who die on active duty or from service-connected causes. Currently, these Gold Star spouses lose their TRICARE health insurance (the military's health care system) and dental coverage after three years, forcing them to seek alternative coverage despite their sacrifice. This bill removes that three-year time limit, allowing Gold Star spouses to maintain both their TRICARE Prime medical coverage and dental benefits for as long as they need them, regardless of when their spouse died. The legislation applies retroactively, meaning surviving spouses who have already lost coverage under the current rules could regain eligibility. No new funding amounts or implementation deadlines are specified in the bill text.

H.Res. 363 is a symbolic resolution expressing support for designating May 9-18, 2025, as "National American Birding Week." The resolution highlights that nearly 96 million Americans engage in birdwatching annually, spending over $107 billion on the activity and supporting approximately 1.4 million jobs. The bill acknowledges that migratory bird populations face serious threats from habitat loss, collisions with infrastructure, and other dangers, and it encourages participation in birding events like the Biggest Week in American Birding festival in Ohio to promote both bird conservation and economic development. Since this is a House resolution rather than legislation, it does not require funding, establish new programs, or create binding requirements—it simply expresses congressional support for recognizing and promoting birding as a conservation and economic activity.

Law Enforcement Training for Mental Health Crisis Response Act of 2025This bill authorizes the Office of Justice Programs within the Department of Justice to award grants to law enforcement and corrections agencies for behavioral health crisis response training.

H.Res. 154 is a commemorative resolution marking the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The resolution condemns Russian President Vladimir Putin and his military actions, acknowledging the devastating human and material costs of the war, including over 12,000 Ukrainian civilian deaths, nearly 4 million internally displaced people, and an estimated $400 billion in infrastructure damage. The measure reaffirms Congress's support for Ukraine's defense and sovereignty, calls for holding Russia accountable for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity, and expresses commitment to Ukraine's integration into Western institutions. This is a symbolic resolution with no direct funding or binding requirements—it simply states the House's official position and solidarity with Ukraine as it continues its defense against Russian aggression.

H.R. 1073, called the Great Lakes Gateways Network Act of 2025, directs the Department of the Interior and Environmental Protection Agency to help identify, conserve, restore, and interpret natural, historical, and cultural resources throughout the Great Lakes Watershed. The bill establishes a grants program to provide financial and technical assistance to state and local governments, nonprofits, and private organizations for conservation and restoration projects, with grants capped at 50 percent of project costs and requiring matching funds from non-federal sources. The network would connect various "gateway" sites—such as parks, historic seaports, and archaeological sites—through trails, scenic byways, and water routes to increase public access and education about the Great Lakes. The legislation authorizes $6 million per year in federal funding from fiscal years 2026 through 2031 to support these efforts. The bill was introduced in February 2025 by Representatives Kaptur and Joyce of Ohio and was referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.