The Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act authorizes the federal government to award grants to community mental health organizations to train and certify mental health workers who can provide basic mental health and substance abuse screening and treatment to people with mild to moderate conditions like depression, anxiety, and alcohol use disorder. The bill applies to certified community behavioral health clinics, community mental health centers, certain hospitals, and other community-based behavioral health organizations designated by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Priority for grant funding goes to organizations located in areas with high poverty, unemployment, or substance use rates, as well as areas serving populations with high numbers of people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. The legislation authorizes $25 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, with at least 20 percent reserved for training and technical assistance to help organizations integrate these workers into their existing operations. The Secretary must report to Congress on program results within one year and again by the end of fiscal year 2031, including the total number of workers trained and certified.

The FITNESS Act establishes uniform eligibility standards for federal law enforcement officers, requiring candidates to be U.S. citizens aged 21-36 with either a bachelor's degree or a high school diploma plus four years of work experience, along with passing medical exams, drug tests, background investigations, and firearms qualifications. The bill prohibits hiring or employing federal officers who have participated in or materially supported hate groups, violent organizations, or groups advocating discrimination based on race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or gender, and bars current officers from socializing with criminals or joining organizations that compromise their agency's integrity. To enforce these standards, the bill creates the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database to track officer misconduct, terminations, criminal convictions, and commendations, requiring federal agencies to query this database before hiring, transferring, or promoting officers and to report use-of-force incidents within 30 days. The law takes effect 30 days after being signed, though agencies may begin preparatory steps immediately, and agencies must implement all requirements using existing budgets with no new federal funding authorized.

This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to shut down the Delaney Hall Detention Center in Newark, New Jersey within 90 days of the law's enactment and prohibits the department from entering into any new contracts to operate the facility for immigration detention. The legislation applies to the Department of Homeland Security and affects immigration detention operations at this specific facility. The bill also allows the government to terminate any existing contracts to operate the center, with the department only liable for paying for services rendered before the termination date takes effect. Introduced by Senators Booker and Kim in August 2026, the bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. No specific funding amount is mentioned in the legislation.

# Momnibus Act Summary The Momnibus Act is comprehensive legislation designed to address maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities in the United States. The bill, introduced in August 2026, affects pregnant people, new mothers, healthcare providers, states, and federal agencies involved in maternal health. **Key Provisions and Funding:** The legislation establishes a federal task force to coordinate strategies across multiple agencies to eliminate preventable maternal deaths and health complications. It authorizes $100 million annually through 2031 to support community-based organizations addressing social determinants of maternal health like housing, transportation, and nutrition. The bill extends WIC (nutrition assistance) eligibility for new mothers from six months to 24 months postpartum. The act funds cultural competency training for maternity care workers, establishes programs to improve respectful care and reduce bias in hospitals, and invests $100 million through 2031 in grants to community organizations advancing maternal health equity. It creates workforce development programs with $15 million annually to grow and diversify perinatal healthcare workers, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds. **Additional Focus Areas:** The bill addresses maternal mental health through $25 million in annual grants and includes provisions for incarcerated pregnant individuals, such as ending shackling and creating model programs in federal prisons with $10 million annually. It expands telehealth for maternity care, supports research through the National Institutes of Health with $73.4 million annually, and establishes a climate change initiative with $100 million to protect pregnant people and infants from environmental health risks. The legislation also includes data collection improvements, studies on maternal health among Native Americans, and guidance for respectful maternity care during public health emergencies. Multiple reporting requirements ensure accountability and track progress toward reducing maternal mortality disparities.

The FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 expands federal grant programs to help firefighters prevent and detect cancer, a significant occupational health risk in the fire service. The bill allows firefighters to use federal assistance grants to establish cancer prevention programs, including multi-cancer early detection testing and other preventative screenings, with a cap of $1,750 per test. The legislation authorizes $700 million in federal funding specifically for these cancer prevention grants administered through the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act's existing assistance program. Additionally, the bill creates a voluntary research partnership between FEMA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to track cancer screening results from participating firefighters in order to identify patterns and causes of cancer in the profession, while maintaining strict privacy protections for individual test results.

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 16 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Drive in Willingboro, New Jersey, as the "James A. Cotten Post Office".

S. 5099 would renew a federal grant program designed to help address shortages of dental professionals across the country. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act by extending funding for grants that support dental workforce development through fiscal year 2031. It increases the annual funding from roughly $13.9 million to $15 million per year, with money remaining available for use until spent rather than expiring at the end of each fiscal year. This legislation would primarily benefit dental schools, training programs, and organizations working to recruit and prepare dentists and other dental professionals to serve underserved communities. The bill was introduced in July 2026 with bipartisan support.

This bill would officially rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Newton, New Jersey, to the "Anthony 'Tony' J. Gallopo VA Clinic." The renaming honors Anthony J. Gallopo and would take effect upon the bill's enactment. All federal references to the clinic in laws, regulations, documents, and records would automatically reflect the new name. The bill was introduced by Senators Booker and Kim and referred to the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. There is no funding or specific timeline mentioned in the legislation beyond the effective date at enactment.

# Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act Summary This comprehensive legislation decriminalizes cannabis at the federal level, removes it from the Controlled Substances Act schedule, and establishes federal regulation and taxation of cannabis products. The bill affects cannabis users, producers, retailers, and communities harmed by drug prohibition enforcement. **Decriminalization and Legal Changes** The bill removes marijuana from Schedule I of controlled substances within 180 days of enactment. Federal cannabis offense convictions are retroactively vacated and expunged, with individuals currently serving cannabis-only sentences to be released within 60 days. Pending charges must be dropped within 30 days. People may no longer be denied federal benefits, security clearances, or immigration benefits based on cannabis offenses. **Taxation and Revenue** A new federal excise tax on cannabis products starts at 10% and escalates to 25% by year five, with rates adjusted annually based on market prices. An "Opportunity Trust Fund" receives revenue from these taxes to fund restorative justice programs. Domestic cannabis manufacturers receive 50% tax credits during the initial phase. **Federal Regulation and Licensing** The FDA establishes a Center for Cannabis Products with authority to regulate safety, labeling, and product standards. Cannabis businesses require federal permits from the Treasury Department's Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Tax and Trade Bureau. The bill includes provisions for tracking cannabis products, preventing smuggling, and setting workplace safety standards. **Restorative Justice and Community Reinvestment** The legislation dedicates approximately $2.2 billion for programs benefiting communities and individuals harmed by cannabis prohibition, including $1.65 billion for community reinvestment grants (job training, legal aid, reentry services), $550 million for equitable cannabis licensing programs, and $17 million for small business loans to those adversely impacted by the War on Drugs. **Research, Public Health, and Safety** The bill funds $200 million annually through 2030 for biomedical cannabis research, $15 million annually for programs preventing underage cannabis use, and research on cannabis-impaired driving. It establishes a Cannabis Products Advisory Committee and requires studies on cannabis legalization's societal impact. **State and Tribal Authority** States, territories, and tribes may impose stricter cannabis regulations than federal law and maintain their own taxation. States

The Advanced Coursework Equity Act would establish a federal grant program to increase student participation in advanced academic programs, particularly among Black, Latino, Native American, English learner, and low-income students who are currently underrepresented in courses like Advanced Placement and gifted programs. The bill would distribute over $798 million in grants over three years to states, school districts, and nonprofit organizations that commit to using fair enrollment practices—specifically "open enrollment" (allowing any student to enroll) or "universal screening" (testing all students objectively rather than relying on teacher recommendations)—and provide training and academic support to help disadvantaged students succeed in rigorous coursework. States would receive the largest portion of funding to distribute to their school districts, while high-poverty districts could apply directly for grants, and nonprofits would serve rural and underserved areas. All recipients must set measurable goals for closing enrollment gaps by student race, ethnicity, disability status, income level, and English learner status, and report annually on their progress toward these equity targets.

The REDACT Act creates a private legal right for people harmed by the improper release of their personal information under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Specifically, it allows victims or individuals whose private medical and personal files are disclosed without proper redaction to sue the federal government for damages. Anyone who wins such a case can receive at least $50,000 per violation or actual damages for emotional distress and pain and suffering, plus attorney's fees and court costs. The law applies to violations occurring after November 19, 2025, and people must file lawsuits within five years of discovering the unauthorized disclosure. This legislation essentially waives the federal government's legal immunity to allow these private damage claims to proceed against federal officers and agencies responsible for improperly releasing sensitive victim information.