The Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act amends tax law to help people who have lost money to fraud and theft. The bill eliminates the current limitation that restricts how much people can deduct for personal casualty losses on their taxes, allowing broader deductions for losses due to disasters and accidents. For theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation, the bill gives victims two major advantages: they can choose which tax year to claim the loss deduction in (normally the year they discover it, but they could pick when it occurred instead), and they get an extended one-year window after discovering the theft to file refund claims with the IRS rather than being bound by the normal time limits. The bill also allows people to withdraw money from retirement accounts without penalties if needed to cover fraud-related losses, with the ability to repay those withdrawals over a year. The changes take effect for losses in tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, though an exception allows people to claim pyrrhotite-related home foundation damage losses dating back to 2020.

This bill extends federal tax rules to digital assets while establishing safeguards for charitable donations and studying tax relief options for small transactions. Section 5 applies the IRS "wash sale" rules to digital assets, preventing taxpayers from claiming losses on digital asset sales if they repurchase substantially identical assets within 30 days, effective immediately upon enactment. Section 9 modifies charitable donation rules by exempting actively traded digital assets from appraisal requirements but requiring detailed written acknowledgments for less frequently traded digital assets valued over $500, and establishes penalties for charities that provide false documentation. Section 12 directs the Treasury Department to study within one year whether small digital asset transactions should receive tax relief and to issue guidance within 180 days identifying which transactions may already qualify for relief under existing law, without creating new exemptions or requiring additional IRS resources. Overall, the bill brings digital assets more in line with traditional securities tax treatment while addressing compliance and charitable giving issues.

This bill expands the Cable Security Fleet, a U.S. maritime program that protects underwater cables critical to national communications and defense infrastructure, from two vessels to at least six vessels. The legislation increases the annual payment to ship operators from $5 million to up to $7 million per vessel to cover operating costs and ensure vessels remain available when needed. The bill authorizes $56 million in annual funding for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2040, replacing the previous $10 million annual authorization that was set to expire in 2035. The expansion aims to strengthen national security by maintaining a larger fleet of ships capable of responding to threats or damage to submarine cables that carry most international data and communications. The bill was introduced in May 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

This bill expands Medicaid coverage to include assisted living residence services starting January 1, 2027, allowing states to cover care in assisted living facilities for individuals who would otherwise need hospital or nursing facility care. The legislation applies to low-income individuals who meet state income and resource requirements, but only if the estimated annual cost of providing services in an assisted living residence is no more than the cost of hospital or nursing facility care. The bill also modifies the low-income housing tax credit program to prioritize funding for housing projects that provide long-term services and supports for elderly residents in non-institutional settings, encouraging development of assisted living communities. States that need to pass legislation to implement these changes have until after their next regular legislative session to comply with the new requirements. The changes aim to give seniors an alternative to institutional care while potentially reducing Medicaid spending by shifting care to less expensive assisted living settings.

The China-Africa Mining Transparency Act requires the Secretary of State to publish an annual list, for five years, identifying Chinese-origin companies engaged in mining operations in six African countries (Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Guinea, Zambia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe) that involve forced labor or cause environmental damage to protected areas. The bill defines "PRC entities" broadly to include Chinese government-owned or controlled companies, Chinese-registered businesses, entities majority-owned by Chinese interests, and their subsidiaries and affiliates. The Secretary of State must consult with multiple federal agencies including the Departments of Labor, Commerce, and Treasury, as well as intelligence officials and counterparts in the affected African nations, to develop these lists using open-source information and embassy reporting. The lists will be made publicly available online in unclassified form, though a classified version may be submitted separately to Congress if necessary. This legislation aims to increase transparency about Chinese mining activities in Africa and identify potential violations related to labor and environmental standards.

This resolution recognizes April as Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month and affirms the House of Representatives' commitment to reducing cancer burden in the United States. The measure highlights that cancer screening access remains unequally distributed across the country, with certain populations facing barriers related to cost, lack of knowledge, and limited provider access. It emphasizes that up to 50 percent of cancer cases and deaths are preventable with currently available knowledge and that early detection significantly lowers healthcare costs and saves lives. The resolution calls for federal investment in early detection programs, particularly those serving underserved populations, and supports regulatory streamlining for cancer screening technologies and treatments. This is a symbolic measure with no direct funding or binding requirements, but it signals congressional support for cancer prevention initiatives and collaboration among stakeholders to improve detection rates nationwide.

This bill expands education and workforce training opportunities available through the John Chafee Foster Care Independence Program for youth who have experienced foster care. The legislation lowers the eligibility age from 16 to 14 years old and extends coverage to any youth who experienced foster care at age 14 or older, rather than only those who "aged out" of the system. The bill broadens eligible uses of program funds to include short-term training programs eligible for Workforce Pell grants, apprenticeship programs, general equivalency degree costs, and remedial education expenses. Youth involved in remedial education activities would be allowed to participate in the program for up to six years instead of the current five-year limit. The changes would take effect one year after the bill becomes law, giving states time to adjust their programs to accommodate the expanded eligibility and services.

The CLOSE Act would terminate three pandemic-era unemployment assistance programs created under the CARES Act, effective 30 days after the bill becomes law. These programs—Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation, and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation—provided enhanced jobless benefits and expanded eligibility during the COVID-19 crisis. The bill would immediately stop all benefit payments under these programs, though states could continue receiving administrative funds to process existing claims. Additionally, the legislation would rescind any unspent federal appropriations that were set aside for these unemployment programs, reclaiming those funds for other government uses. The bill, introduced by Ohio representatives in February 2026, would affect millions of Americans currently receiving these benefits and prevent states from entering new agreements to continue the programs.

The Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act modifies tax deduction rules to help individuals who lose money through fraud, theft, or misrepresentation. The bill repeals a longstanding limitation that prevented most taxpayers from deducting personal casualty losses and creates special tax relief specifically for victims of fraud-related theft. For fraud victims, the law allows them to claim the theft loss in the year they discover it (rather than when it occurred) and extends the deadline for filing tax refund claims to one year after discovery of the loss. The bill also permits people to withdraw money from retirement accounts without the usual early-withdrawal penalties if they need funds to recover from a fraud-related loss, as long as they repay the withdrawal within one year of discovering the loss. These changes take effect for losses sustained after December 31, 2025, giving fraud victims more flexibility in how and when they can seek tax relief for their losses.

The FULL HOUSE Act would amend federal tax law to reinstate restrictions on gambling losses. Under the bill, taxpayers would only be allowed to deduct gambling losses to the extent they have gambling gains—meaning they cannot use net gambling losses to offset other income or reduce their overall tax liability. The change applies to all types of wagering transactions and related expenses incurred in gambling activities. The legislation would take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, affecting anyone who gambles and files federal taxes. This represents a change to current tax rules and would limit a deduction that some taxpayers currently use to reduce their taxable income.

The Trusted Importer and Competitive Manufacturing Act of 2025 establishes a federal certification program allowing qualified importers to receive reduced or waived tariffs on goods they import. The Secretary of Commerce, working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, will certify importers based on their compliance with trade laws, supply chain security practices, financial stability, and ability to support U.S. manufacturing competitiveness. Certified importers will receive general import licenses valid for ten years (renewable for additional ten-year periods), and the President will determine which tariffs can be reduced or eliminated on their imported articles, though tariffs from anti-dumping cases and those predating January 2025 remain protected. The program excludes entities with ties to foreign governments of concern and includes enforcement mechanisms allowing the government to revoke licenses for violations or fraud. The Commerce Department must report to Congress every two years on the program's results and impact on U.S. manufacturing.

The ACCESS Act amends federal health insurance law to formally define and regulate short-term limited duration insurance plans, which are temporary health coverage options designed to bridge gaps when people switch jobs or change coverage. The bill allows these plans to last up to 12 months initially and up to 3 years total with renewals, and requires insurers to offer customers the option to renew or decline renewal of their short-term coverage. The legislation targets small businesses struggling with rising healthcare costs by providing them with more affordable, flexible insurance alternatives for their employees, while also giving individual consumers access to less expensive temporary coverage options. The bill applies to all short-term plans that take effect after it becomes law and does not specify any new funding requirements. Supporters argue this increases healthcare choice and affordability, though critics may raise concerns about whether these temporary plans provide adequate consumer protections compared to standard health insurance.

The IMPACT Act of 2025 would expand who can buy catastrophic health insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act. Currently, catastrophic plans are only available to people under age 30 or those granted a hardship exemption. This bill would allow additional people to purchase these lower-premium plans if they expect to be ineligible for federal tax credits or cost-sharing assistance based on their household income. The legislation would take effect for health insurance plans beginning six months after the bill is enacted. The bill aims to make health insurance more affordable and accessible while reducing the burden of uncompensated care on hospitals and providers.

The ADVERSARIES Act modifies U.S. export control rules to expand which organizations are prohibited from receiving sensitive American technology and research. Specifically, the bill broadens the definition of entities subject to export restrictions to include Chinese military companies, entities already identified by the Commerce Department as security concerns, and any subsidiaries or affiliates that are at least 50 percent owned by these restricted entities—regardless of where those subsidiaries are located. The legislation affects companies, research institutions, and individuals involved in exporting or sharing controlled technology and research with these blacklisted organizations. There is no specific funding allocated in this bill, as it primarily modifies existing export control definitions rather than creating new programs. The bill was introduced in December 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

The American Workforce Act creates a new federal workforce development program administered by a Commerce Department division that pairs employers with workers who have a high school diploma but no college degree for paid on-the-job training. The federal government provides subsidies up to $9,000 per trainee (maximum $1,500 monthly over three years) to cover training costs, while employers must pay at least minimum wage, maintain safe conditions, use E-Verify, and can earn a $1,000 bonus for permanent hires. Training contracts must document wage expectations, required skills and credentials, and job quality standards requiring positions to pay at least 80% of county median household income with specialized knowledge requirements. Employers must publicly disclose program information including completion rates after three years of operation, and the program automatically expires 11 years after enactment or when the Secretary reports 10-year outcomes to Congress.

This joint resolution honors 13 U.S. servicemembers who died in the August 26, 2021, bombing at Abbey Gate in Kabul, Afghanistan, during the withdrawal of American forces. The resolution designates August 26 as a National Day of Remembrance for these military personnel—12 Marines, one Army soldier, and one Navy sailor—who lost their lives protecting thousands of civilians from the Taliban. Congress expresses its deepest condolences to the Gold Star Families of those killed and recognizes their sacrifice in service to the nation. The resolution carries no fiscal cost or specific timeline beyond the annual observance date, and it serves as an official congressional tribute to ensure their memory and service are not forgotten.

H.Res. 628 is a ceremonial resolution that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a federal policy established in 2005 and expanded in 2007 that requires increasing amounts of renewable fuels to be blended into the nation's fuel supply. The resolution recognizes the RFS's role in advancing energy security, supporting rural economies, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, noting that the policy has spurred billions in private investment and created nearly 644,000 jobs across more than 2,700 renewable fuel facilities nationwide. According to the resolution, the RFS has enabled ethanol producers to supply over 98 percent of gasoline with at least 10 percent ethanol content, reduced consumer fuel prices, and contributed $210 billion to the economy in 2023. The resolution does not authorize any new spending or programs; rather, it expresses the House's support for the continued implementation of the RFS to achieve energy independence, economic growth, and environmental objectives.

The NEPTUNE Act authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to contract for the construction of up to two new submarine cable laying and repair ships to protect underwater telecommunications networks. The bill allows the Navy to retire its current cable repair ship, the USNS Zeus, only after a replacement vessel with equal or better capabilities becomes fully operational. This legislation affects the Navy's ability to maintain and repair critical undersea cables that carry communications and data globally. The bill does not specify funding amounts or timelines, instead making any payments contingent on future congressional appropriations and limiting the federal government's financial liability if a contract is terminated. The measure essentially ensures continuous U.S. naval capability for maintaining undersea infrastructure that is essential to national communications and security.

The Time is Money Act would require the Department of Transportation to tighten rules around what counts as a "significantly delayed or changed flight" within 180 days of the law's passage. Currently, airlines must provide compensation or rebooking for domestic flights delayed more than 3 hours or international flights delayed more than 6 hours; this bill would lower those thresholds to 2 hours for domestic flights and 5 hours for international flights. The change would make it easier for passengers to qualify for compensation when flights are delayed, potentially affecting major airlines and increasing their obligations to affected travelers. No specific funding is authorized in the bill, as it simply directs the Transportation Secretary to update existing regulations. The legislation was introduced in June 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

H.R. 4141, the Advanced Weather Model Computing Development Act, directs the Department of Energy and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to collaborate on improving weather and climate forecasting through advanced computing technology. The bill requires NOAA to establish centers of excellence that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantum computing to enhance weather prediction accuracy, with support for workforce training and public-private partnerships. NOAA must develop and publicly release a 10-year strategic computing plan within one year of enactment, updating it every five years through 2035, while also submitting a detailed report to Congress within two years assessing computing needs and implementation timelines. The legislation authorizes multi-year contracts for high-performance and cloud computing infrastructure to support these modernization efforts and requires annual congressional briefings on progress through 2030.

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to help American farmers grow crops and agricultural ingredients that can be used as natural food colorings. The legislation affects U.S. farmers and food manufacturers by expanding market opportunities for domestically produced natural color additives as consumers increasingly prefer natural ingredients over synthetic ones. The bill requires the Department of Agriculture to work with other federal agencies, farmers, and food industry partners to support this production and to focus existing research capabilities on developing natural color additive resources. The bill contains no new funding authorization or specific timelines, instead directing the department to use its current resources and existing research programs to promote this agricultural market expansion.

This bill restricts tax credits for advanced manufacturing by preventing companies from claiming federal tax incentives for components produced by or involving foreign entities considered a threat to U.S. national security. Specifically, it targets the advanced manufacturing production credit (Section 45X of the tax code) by blocking credits for components made by these foreign entities and for battery components that use technology designed or supplied by them. The restrictions apply to manufacturing done after the bill becomes law and are intended to ensure that federal tax dollars only support domestic production that doesn't rely on technology or involvement from countries or companies the government deems a security risk. This measure affects manufacturers in industries like semiconductors and batteries who receive federal tax credits for domestic production. The bill uses existing national security definitions from the 2021 defense authorization law to identify which foreign entities are excluded from the credit program.

The Homes for Heroes Act increases the maximum amount that the Department of Veterans Affairs can guarantee on home loans for veterans from 25 percent to 37.5 percent of the Freddie Mac conforming loan limit. This change would allow eligible veterans to qualify for larger VA-backed mortgages, particularly benefiting those purchasing homes in high-cost areas where home prices exceed current VA loan limits. The bill also adjusts fees for VA interest rate reduction refinancing loans (known as streamline refinances) with a tiered fee structure that starts at 0.50 percent for loans closed after August 1, 2025, temporarily drops to 0.25 percent from December 2025 through December 2027, then gradually increases to 0.75 percent from October 2031 to December 2035 before settling at 0.50 percent. The legislation affects all veterans eligible for VA home loan benefits and does not specify additional funding requirements, as it modifies existing VA loan guarantee programs.

Farm to Fly Act of 2025This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs.Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects.For purposes of these programs, the bill defines sustainable aviation fuel as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program.Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including throughthe identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels,supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, andadvancing public-private partnerships.

Innovative Mitigation Partnerships for Asphalt and Concrete Technologies Act or the IMPACT ActThis bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a temporary program that supports advanced production of low-emissions cement, concrete, and asphalt.Specifically, the program must support research, development, and commercial application of production processes for low-emissions cement, concrete, and asphalt that are more cost-effective, durable, or resource-efficient (i.e., advanced production). The program must particularly focus on carbon capture technologies, energy-efficient processes, research involving novel materials, and other specified technologies and innovative processes.DOE must select entities to implement relevant demonstration projects; eligible entities include government, nonprofit, educational, and private sector entities. DOE may terminate these projects if it determines that sufficient amounts of low-emissions cement, concrete, and asphalt that are produced through advanced production are commercially available at reasonable prices.The program terminates seven years after the bill is enacted.