Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026This bill rescinds funding that was provided to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reallocates the funding to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) for federal child care programs.Specifically, the bill rescinds $70 billion in funding that was provided to ICE and CBP by the Secure America Act.The bill also provides a total of $70 billion to ACF for federal child care programs, including $25.5 billion for the Child Care and Development Block Grant,$20 billion for the Child Care Entitlement to States,$24 billion for Head Start, and$500 million for Preschool Development Grants.The funds provided to ACF are available through FY2029.

This bill reestablishes the National Technical Assistance Center on Grandfamilies and Kinship Families, which provides support to families where grandparents or other relatives are raising children instead of parents. The bill appropriates $10 million for fiscal year 2027, with funding remaining available through September 30, 2031, to be administered by the Department of Health and Human Services. The Center will provide training, technical assistance, and resources to community organizations and government programs that serve these families, with a focus on families where the primary caregiver is age 55 or older or where children have disabilities. The Center's activities include developing evidence-based practices, promoting service coordination across systems, facilitating information-sharing among states and tribal organizations, and helping organizations tailor services to meet the specific needs of grandfamilies and kinship families. The grant or contract to operate the Center must go to a nonprofit organization with demonstrated expertise in grandfamily issues and a history of working with diverse organizations, including tribal entities.

This bill prohibits the National Science Foundation (NSF) from using federal funds to decommission or descope Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) instruments until a thorough review of OOI is completed.OOI measures and observes ocean conditions using a series of in-water instruments that gather physical, chemical, geological, and biological data. On May 21, 2026, NSF announced that it would remove all in-water infrastructure from four of the five active OOI arrays. However, on June 18, 2026, NSF announced that it would not proceed with this decommissioning and would instead continue OOI operations and solicit input from stakeholders on the future of NSF's ocean observation efforts. NSF also indicated that it would redeploy one array that was removed from the water.Under the bill, NSF must conduct a thorough review of OOI with engagement from the scientific and coastal communities before decommissioning or descoping specified OOI instruments. This includes OOI instruments anchored off of Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and North Carolina, as well as instruments anchored in the Irminger Sea. NSF is required to maintain full and consistent OOI operations, including monitoring in states where instruments have already been decommissioned, until the review is complete.

This resolution seeks to impeach Education Secretary Linda M. McMahon on three grounds: unlawfully transferring six Education Department offices to other federal agencies through interagency agreements without Congressional authorization, committing perjury by promising during her Senate confirmation hearing to disburse all congressionally appropriated education funds and then canceling or withholding hundreds of millions in grants, and breaching the public trust by terminating approximately half of the Department of Education's workforce (roughly 2,000 employees) and causing delays in disbursing authorized education funding to schools and colleges. The resolution contends that these actions, undertaken between May 2025 and June 2026, violated federal law and McMahon's oath of office, arguing that permanently closing the Department of Education requires Congressional action rather than unilateral executive decisions. If successful, the impeachment would result in McMahon's removal from office and disqualification from future federal service.

This joint resolution disapproves a rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services on May 12, 2026, that would have restored flexibility in how states manage the Child Care and Development Fund, a federal program that helps low-income families pay for child care. If passed, the resolution would completely invalidate the HHS rule, preventing it from taking effect. The resolution was introduced by a group of Democratic lawmakers led by Representative Bonamici and was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. The measure uses Congress's power under federal law to reject regulations issued by executive agencies, effectively overruling the administration's changes to child care funding rules. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are mentioned in the resolution itself, as it simply seeks to block the regulatory changes.

This resolution recognizes World Oceans Day on June 8 and celebrates America's maritime heritage, ocean leadership, and coastal communities. The measure honors the contributions of fishermen, mariners, military personnel, scientists, and port workers to the nation's economy and security, while acknowledging that the ocean economy generates trillions of dollars annually and supports millions of American jobs. The resolution marks two significant anniversaries in 2026: the 50th anniversary of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, which established America's exclusive economic zone and created one of the world's most successful fisheries management systems, and the 20th anniversary of the Marine Debris Program. The measure also affirms Congress's commitment to ocean exploration, scientific discovery, and responsible stewardship of ocean resources for future generations. As a resolution, it expresses the sense of the House but does not authorize spending or create new law.

The Equal Remedies Act of 2026 expands legal remedies available to workers who experience discrimination on the job. The bill makes two main changes: it broadens the types of damages that can be awarded in civil rights cases to include emotional pain and loss of enjoyment of life, and it guarantees the right to a jury trial in these discrimination cases. Additionally, the bill extends these same remedies to age discrimination cases under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, matching the legal protections available to workers who face discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The legislation affects any worker who believes they have experienced discrimination in employment and gives them access to stronger legal tools when pursuing complaints. The bill does not specify funding or implementation timelines and was referred to the House Committees on Education and Workforce and the Judiciary for consideration.

The Elder Pride Act of 2026 establishes a new grant program under the Older Americans Act to support LGBTQI older adults and other protected populations living in rural areas. The bill authorizes the federal government to award grants to states, tribal organizations, nonprofits, and area agencies on aging to provide services such as community outreach, education and training, cultural competency development, and sexual health services in rural communities. Grant recipients must use funds to reduce isolation, build relationships between older LGBTQI individuals and service providers, expand nondiscrimination policies, and improve access to care. The legislation authorizes $5 million in funding for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, and requires the Assistant Secretary to submit annual reports to Congress documenting the activities and outcomes of funded grants.

This joint resolution seeks to block a Department of Education rule called the "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations" that was published in May 2026. If passed, the resolution would use the Congressional Review Act to disapprove the rule and prevent it from taking effect. The resolution was introduced by a group of Democratic representatives and affects the federal student loan program, though the specific details of what the Education Department rule would have changed are not included in this resolution text itself. No specific funding is mentioned, as this is a disapproval measure rather than a spending bill. The resolution would need to pass both chambers of Congress to override the regulation.

The CHIERS Act of 2026 directs the Secretaries of Health and Human Services and Housing and Urban Development to jointly award grants to organizations that provide free transportation services to individuals with substance use disorders who need to reach treatment or supportive services. The grants can fund various transportation solutions, including operating shuttle services, purchasing vehicles, hiring and training drivers, and partnering with rideshare companies, as well as street outreach to inform people about these services. The legislation targets individuals experiencing homelessness, those in low-income communities, or those in areas where transportation is a barrier to healthcare access. Grant recipients must report on their effectiveness in reducing missed or cancelled appointments, and the program begins accepting applications within one year of enactment, with grants lasting at least one year. The bill explicitly prohibits using grant funds for involuntary treatment transportation or by law enforcement personnel.

Senior Hunger Prevention Act of 2026This bill expands and modifies nutrition programs for older adults and adults with disabilities, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).Under the bill, a household's eligibility for SNAP benefits may be certified for 36 months if all adult household members are elderly or disabled, an increase from 24 months. The bill also expands the SNAP medical expense deduction and increases the minimum allotment for households with one and two persons.The Department of Agriculture (USDA) must establish an elderly simplified application program that allows a state to implement a streamlined SNAP application and certification process for households where all adult household members are elderly or disabled and have no earned income.The bill also directs USDA to authorize public-private partnerships between USDA, retail food stores participating in SNAP, and community-based organizations to provide free or low-cost food delivery under SNAP, including through the use of private funds.Further, the bill reauthorizes CSFP, provides additional funding for the program, and expands eligibility to include low-income adults with disabilities. CSFP benefits may also be certified for 36 months. Currently, benefits may be certified for not less than one year, but not more than three years.The bill also expands eligibility for the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program to include adults with disabilities, provide a 36-month certification period, and include minimum and maximum benefit amounts.Under the bill, USDA must also establish various related grant programs.

H.Res. 1151 expresses congressional support for designating March 29 through April 11, 2026, as National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week. The resolution honors Young Audiences Arts for Learning, a nonprofit network of 30 affiliates across the country that annually reaches over 5 million students through arts education programs in thousands of schools and community centers. The resolution highlights the importance of arts education for developing critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, while emphasizing how these programs serve English language learners, students with special needs, and disadvantaged communities. The measure includes no funding provisions and serves as a symbolic gesture encouraging Americans to recognize and promote arts education's contribution to student development and American society. This is a non-binding resolution that requires no specific government action beyond acknowledgment.

This resolution recognizes the role of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (commonly referred to as CACFP) in improving the health of the country's most vulnerable children and adults in Head Start programs, child care programs, family day care homes, emergency shelters, adult day care programs, and after-school care by providing nutritious meals and snacks.It also supports the designation of National CACFP Week.

H.R. 7671, the Students and Young Consumers Empowerment Act, creates a new Assistant Director position and Office for Students and Young Consumers within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to handle student loan complaints and protect young consumers' financial interests. The bill requires the CFPB and Department of Education to share consumer complaints within 10 days and coordinate on resolving complaints related to both federal and private student loans, with the CFPB taking the lead on private loans while Education handles federal Title IV loans. The Assistant Director must produce annual reports to Congress on student loan marketplace risks, campus banking arrangements, and other financial threats to young consumers, and agencies must complete initial coordination within 60 days. The legislation includes data privacy protections and requires loan servicers to provide information requested by the CFPB, with each agency responsible for its own compliance costs.

Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act of 2026 or the Specialty CROP Act of 2026This bill expands the annual reporting requirements for the Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops program to require the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide specific information on the competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops.Specifically, the bill modifies the requirements for a congressionally mandated annual report on U.S. specialty crop trade issues to require USDA to report specific information on acts, policies, and practices of foreign countries that constitute significant barriers to, or distortions of, U.S. exports of specialty crops.Further, USDA must consult with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on the report. Before preparing the report, USDA, in coordination with the USTR, must seek comments from the public and the Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Trade in Fruits and Vegetables.Under the bill, USDA must submit the report to Congress in an unclassified form, but may include a classified annex. The unclassified portion of the report must be publicly available.

The ReSCUE Oceans Act establishes a comprehensive federal program to research, develop, and monitor marine carbon dioxide removal technologies as a climate solution. The bill directs NASA to use satellites to track ocean-based carbon removal activities, requires the Commerce Department to create a research program within 90 days to study six specific marine carbon removal approaches (such as ocean alkalinity enhancement and macroalgae cultivation), and authorizes competitive grants to universities, governments, tribal nations, and research consortiums to conduct field trials. The legislation creates a governance framework with designated federal research areas, five-year permits with mandatory environmental monitoring and community oversight, and establishes an interagency working group to coordinate efforts and develop standards for measuring carbon removal credits. Key protections include public access to non-proprietary research data, respect for tribal data sovereignty, community benefit-sharing arrangements, and funding authorized through fiscal year 2031, with at least $10,000 reserved for engagement with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.

This bill creates a new federal grant program to help nursing schools recruit and retain faculty members by providing wage supplements. Under the program, eligible nursing schools can receive grants for up to three years to supplement the salaries of newly hired nursing faculty, with the supplement amount equal to the difference between what clinical nurses earn and what nursing faculty earn at that school. Eligible faculty members include those hired within the previous two years, those transitioning from clinical nursing roles, and part-time instructors. When awarding grants, the Department of Health and Human Services must ensure geographic diversity and prioritize schools with the greatest need, those serving underserved areas or vulnerable populations, and those recruiting faculty from underrepresented groups. The bill authorizes $15 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, and requires a report to Congress within three years assessing the program's impact on faculty recruitment and retention.

H.R. 7129 reauthorizes and expands federal research programs focused on water-based renewable energy, specifically hydropower and marine energy technologies. The bill updates existing research priorities to include new areas such as cybersecurity for hydropower systems, advanced manufacturing of marine energy components, hydrogen fuel production, and systems designed for extreme cold-water conditions. It also strengthens workforce development by requiring partnerships with universities, tribal colleges, maritime academies, and regional workforce hubs to train the next generation of water power professionals. The bill significantly increases funding from $186.6 million annually (2021-2025) to $300 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, with $200 million dedicated to marine energy and $100 million to hydropower research and development. Additionally, it mandates biennial briefings to Congress on research findings and progress toward the program's strategic goals.

This resolution recognizes the important role that local nutrition programs supported through the Older Americans Act of 1965 play in addressing senior hunger, malnutrition, and isolation.

The Supporting Transportation Organization and Refrigeration Expansion Act of 2025 aims to strengthen food distribution infrastructure for rural and underserved communities by expanding a federal grant program that helps emergency food organizations like food banks and pantries. The bill increases annual funding for these infrastructure grants from $15 million to $25 million per year through 2030, allowing grants to support a broader range of activities including mobile delivery services, refrigerated storage facilities, and refrigerated trucks. The legislation also requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a national study within two years to assess the total shortage of cold storage and refrigerated delivery vehicles across all emergency food organizations and estimate the costs needed to meet these infrastructure needs. The bill directs $1 million to fund this study and allows up to 10 percent of grants to cover administrative costs. Overall, the law prioritizes improving food access for people in rural, low-income, remote, and Tribal communities by removing infrastructure barriers that prevent efficient food distribution.

The Opportunities for Success Act significantly expands and restructures federal student aid programs to support low-income students. The bill increases Federal Work-Study funding from $1.5 billion in 2027 to $2.5 billion by 2031, while broadening eligible work activities to include internships, apprenticeships, and child development programs. It also restructures how federal student aid is distributed to colleges, creating a "fair share" allocation system that prioritizes institutions with strong track records of helping Pell Grant recipients complete their degrees, with a full shift to needs-based distribution beginning in 2032. Additionally, the bill requires colleges to allocate specific portions of work-study funds to students with exceptional financial need (including earnings during breaks that won't reduce aid), establishes a new $30 million annual pilot program to expand work-based learning opportunities with employer partnerships, and mandates a Government Accountability Office study on best practices for connecting students to relevant work experiences. These changes take effect gradually starting in 2027, with full implementation of the needs-based funding formula in 2032.

The New Essential Education Discoveries Act of 2025 establishes a National Center for Advanced Development in Education within the Institute for Education Sciences to research and develop innovative teaching methods, technologies, assessments, and strategies to close achievement gaps—particularly for underrepresented students, English learners, and students with disabilities. The Center will be led by a Commissioner with hiring authority to build a team and will manage competitive research programs evaluated by an advisory panel of educators, parents, researchers, and technology experts who report annually to Congress. The bill also creates a competitive grant program to help states build integrated data systems that track student progress from early childhood through workforce outcomes while protecting privacy and enabling cross-state data sharing. The legislation authorizes at least $500 million annually from 2026 through 2030 to support both the Center's operations and state data system development, with the federal government providing guidance and technical assistance to participating states.

H.R. 6371 prohibits employers with 11 or more employees from relying solely on automated decision systems (AI and software tools) when making employment decisions like hiring, firing, or setting pay. Under the law, employers that use such systems must conduct bias testing before deployment, undergo annual independent audits for discrimination, provide workers written explanations of how the system affected them, and allow workers to appeal decisions to a human reviewer. The bill establishes a new Department of Labor "Technology and Worker Protection Division" to oversee compliance and requires employers to disclose how their systems work and train staff on potential biases. Workers, labor organizations, and state attorneys general can sue employers for violations in federal court, with statutory damages of $5,000–$20,000 per violation (up to $40,000 for willful violations and $50,000–$100,000 for violations involving discharge or serious economic harm), plus attorney's fees and injunctive relief. The bill prohibits companies from using arbitration agreements or class action waivers to avoid liability.

H.R. 6349 amends federal immigration law to give migrants the right to request that their removal proceedings be conducted remotely through video conference or telephone rather than in person. The bill applies to immigrants not in government custody who face deportation proceedings before an immigration judge. Under this legislation, immigration judges must grant such requests and ensure the remote format does not disadvantage the migrant's case. The bill does not specify funding requirements or implementation timelines, focusing instead on expanding procedural flexibility in immigration court proceedings.

H.Res. 905 is a congressional resolution supporting the designation of November 2025 as "National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month." The resolution does not create any new programs or funding—instead, it expresses support for efforts by businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, educators, and volunteers working to address youth and child homelessness. The resolution highlights the scope of the problem: nearly 1.4 million school-enrolled homeless children were identified during the 2022-2023 school year, with estimates suggesting over 5 million younger children and youth experience homelessness annually. The resolution cites serious consequences including higher rates of chronic school absence, mental health crises, and lower graduation rates among homeless youth compared to their peers. By designating November 2025 for awareness efforts, the resolution aims to encourage continued commitment from organizations and individuals working to prevent and address child and youth homelessness.