Chuck Grassley

S. 5611 was introduced on September 30, 2026 by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) with 1 Democratic cosponsor. The text for this legislation has not yet been released. A summary will be generated when there is text available.

This resolution formally recognizes the 15-year military partnership between the Iowa National Guard and the Republic of Kosovo, established in 2011 through the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program. It highlights joint activities over the years, including training exercises, a 2021 deployment to Kuwait, and a 2024 training session at the Joint Readiness Training Center in Louisiana involving 165 Kosovo Security Force personnel. The resolution commends Kosovo's progress toward democratic governance, civilian military control, and Euro-Atlantic integration, including its aspirations for NATO membership. It affects primarily the Iowa National Guard, the Kosovo Security Force, and broader U.S.-Kosovo defense relations, signaling continued American support for stability in the Western Balkans. As a simple resolution, it carries no funding, legal mandates, or enforceable timelines, serving instead as a formal statement of the Senate's appreciation and support for this ongoing partnership.

S. 5583 was introduced on September 29, 2026 by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) with 1 Democratic cosponsor. The text for this legislation has not yet been released. A summary will be generated when there is text available.

This Senate resolution designates the week beginning October 18, 2026, as "National Character Counts Week" to promote character education among young people across the United States. It does not create any new programs, regulations, or funding, but instead serves as a symbolic statement encouraging families, schools, religious institutions, youth organizations, and civic groups to emphasize core ethical values such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. The resolution reflects concerns about youth violence and the belief that strong character education benefits both individuals and society as a whole. It calls on Americans and interested organizations to adopt these values and mark the week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. As a simple resolution, it carries no legal force or budgetary impact and primarily serves to raise public awareness around the importance of character development in young people.

The SCREENS Act directs the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology to create a standardized, computerized framework for cancer screening recommendations within one year of enactment. This framework will consolidate guidance from major health organizations including the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and National Cancer Institute, and will be made available in a machine-readable format so that electronic health records and other health technology systems can use it to help patients understand their screening needs. Within five years, the bill requires that certified electronic health records include technology to display each patient's cancer screening status based on their age, sex, and risk factors, while maintaining strict privacy protections. The bill also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance within two years encouraging health insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and Affordable Care Act plans, to adopt these cancer screening technologies. Additionally, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute is authorized to fund research and pilot projects to test and implement these computerized screening recommendations in clinical settings.

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This resolution designates August 21, 2026, as "Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day" to honor individuals who died from illicit fentanyl overdoses and to raise public awareness about the dangers of the drug. It affects the general public, particularly families impacted by fentanyl-related deaths, schools, law enforcement agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations across the country. The resolution highlights the severity of the fentanyl crisis, noting that synthetic opioids accounted for nearly two-thirds of the more than 69,973 overdose deaths in 2025 and that fentanyl poisoning is a leading cause of death among Americans aged 18 to 45. It calls on Americans, especially young people, to commit to drug-free lifestyles and encourages participation in prevention and education activities. As a simple resolution, it carries symbolic weight rather than funding or binding legal requirements, and applies specifically to the single commemorative date in 2026.

This Senate resolution designates July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day," honoring the historical tradition of whistleblowing that dates back to 1778, when the Continental Congress passed the first whistleblower protection law in the United States. The resolution highlights how whistleblowers help save taxpayers billions of dollars annually by exposing waste, fraud, and misconduct within government and other institutions. It calls on federal executive agencies to mark the day by educating employees, contractors, and the public about their legal right to report wrongdoing to appropriate authorities. The resolution also encourages agencies to publicly acknowledge the contributions whistleblowers make in combating fraud and violations of law. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws, funding, or legal protections, but rather expresses the Senate's recognition and support for whistleblowers nationwide.

This bill strengthens protections and procedures for whistleblowers who report violations to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). It expands anti-retaliation safeguards by preventing employers from retaliating against whistleblowers through various means including threats, harassment, or denial of awards, and extends protections to employees who report misconduct internally to supervisors or colleagues with investigative authority. The legislation requires the CFTC to establish rules within one year ensuring all registered entities provide employees with education about whistleblower rights through written notice, website postings, and mandatory training. Additionally, the bill streamlines the whistleblower award process by requiring the CFTC to make preliminary determinations on award claims within one year of the filing deadline or litigation resolution, with extensions possible only for complex cases, and mandates final orders be issued within another year. The bill also modifies the CFTC's customer protection fund to create a separate account for customer education and administrative expenses, capped at ten million dollars before other funds are diverted, and removes time restrictions on whistleblower program funding.

This Senate resolution designates July 2026 as "National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month" to draw attention to the dangers counterfeit goods pose to consumers and the economy. It does not create new laws or funding but instead formally expresses the Senate's support for public education efforts about counterfeit products, citing statistics such as the seizure of over 78 million counterfeit items worth more than $7.4 billion in fiscal year 2025 and 47 million fentanyl-laced fake pills seized by the DEA. The resolution highlights risks to vulnerable groups like children and seniors, and notes that a large share of dangerous counterfeit goods originate from China and Hong Kong. It affirms the importance of trademark protections under laws like the Lanham Act and encourages continued federal, state, and private-sector collaboration on consumer education. As a symbolic resolution, it carries no binding legal requirements or appropriations, but signals congressional support for anti-counterfeiting awareness campaigns.

This resolution formally designates June 15, 2026, as "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2026 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Month." It highlights the scale of elder abuse in the United States, citing statistics showing that about 1 in 10 adults over 60 experience abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation each year, with financial losses reaching tens of billions of dollars annually. The resolution recognizes the work of professionals such as adult protective services staff, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and long-term care ombudsman programs in combating elder abuse, and commends organizations like the Elder Justice Coalition for raising public awareness. It also encourages the public, professionals, and federal agencies to strengthen efforts to recognize, report, and prevent elder abuse, particularly given increased risks tied to social isolation and past pandemic-related disruptions. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new programs, funding, or binding legal requirements, but serves to draw national attention to the issue and support existing prevention initiatives.