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19 bills
Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026
# Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill, introduced in the Senate, would adjust the income thresholds used in U.S. bankruptcy law. These thresholds determine whether individuals can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy (which typically eliminates most debts) or must instead use Chapter 13 bankruptcy (which requires a repayment plan). By raising these thresholds, the bill would likely allow more people to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects individuals considering bankruptcy and creditors. Currently, bankruptcy thresholds are adjusted periodically to account for inflation. This bill appears designed to make those adjustments, though the specific new threshold amounts are not detailed in the available information. Higher-income individuals would benefit most, as they could more easily qualify for Chapter 7. This could impact credit card companies, banks, and other creditors. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the Senate but has not yet advanced further in the legislative process. As of now, it remains in early stages with no additional action taken.
End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026
# End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026 would restrict local and state governments from limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Currently, some cities and states have policies that prevent their police officers and resources from being used to enforce federal immigration laws. This bill would penalize jurisdictions that adopt such "sanctuary" policies by potentially reducing federal funding and making it easier for federal authorities to enforce immigration laws within those areas. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact cities and states with sanctuary policies (largely concentrated in coastal and urban areas), local law enforcement agencies in those jurisdictions, federal immigration authorities, and immigrants living in sanctuary cities. It could also affect federal funding streams to affected municipalities. **Current Status** As of now, the bill has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) but has not advanced further in the legislative process. It remains in early stages and would require committee review and votes in both the Senate and House before potentially becoming law.
Pregnant Students’ Rights Act
# Pregnant Students' Rights Act Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill would require colleges and universities that receive federal student aid funding to provide information to students about resources and support available for pregnant students who choose to carry their pregnancies to term. Specifically, schools would need to inform students about on-campus and community resources (like housing, healthcare, and childcare), accommodations that help pregnant students continue their education, and how to file complaints if they experience discrimination based on their pregnancy decision. **Who It Affects:** The bill applies to all colleges and universities participating in federal student aid programs and would directly impact pregnant students or those planning to become pregnant while enrolled. It also affects school administrators, who would need to compile and distribute this information. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress (2025-2026) by Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) and has not yet been voted on or passed. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
SCAM Act
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Health Care Freedom for Patients Act of 2025
# Summary of the Health Care Freedom for Patients Act of 2025 **What the bill would do:** This bill would provide federal payments to help certain Americans pay for health insurance and medical costs. Specifically, it would deposit $1,000-$1,500 annually into Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for people ages 18-64 earning up to 700% of the federal poverty level who have basic ("bronze" or "catastrophic") health plans. The bill would also expand who can buy catastrophic plans (currently limited to people under 30) and provide cost-sharing assistance for those with silver-level plans earning up to 250% of the poverty level. Additionally, the bill would restrict Medicaid and CHIP coverage for certain noncitizens and would prohibit coverage of gender-transition procedures. **Who it affects and current status:** The bill would primarily affect uninsured or underinsured Americans in the age and income ranges specified, potentially helping them afford insurance premiums and medical expenses. It would also affect states administering Medicaid and CHIP programs, as well as individuals seeking gender-transition medical care. As of now, the bill has been introduced but has not yet been voted on or passed. The bill touches on several controversial topics including immigration, healthcare access, and gender-related medical care.
Lower Health Care Costs Act
# Lower Health Care Costs Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Lower Health Care Costs Act would extend financial assistance for people buying health insurance through federal marketplaces for three additional years (through 2028). Specifically, it would continue expanded tax credits that help people afford monthly insurance premiums. These credits were temporarily increased by previous COVID-relief and inflation-reduction legislation set to expire after 2025. The bill aims to keep these expanded benefits in place longer, making health insurance more affordable for eligible purchasers. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** This bill primarily affects individuals and families purchasing health insurance on their own (rather than through employers). Currently, the expanded credits remove the upper income limit for eligibility—meaning higher-income earners can qualify for assistance—though this provision is set to end after 2025. The bill would maintain this broader eligibility and continue increased credit amounts. Without this extension, millions of people could face higher insurance costs starting in 2026, and some may lose eligibility for assistance entirely. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) and remains in the introduction stage. It has not yet been voted on or moved through committee.
Returning Unspent COVID Funds Act
# Returning Unspent COVID Funds Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would take back federal money that was allocated for COVID-19 relief but hasn't been spent yet. The funds come from six major COVID-relief packages passed between 2020 and 2021, including the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan. Instead of allowing agencies to use these unspent funds for their original purposes, the bill would redirect that money to reduce the federal deficit. However, the President could waive this requirement for specific programs by notifying Congress within 60 days of the bill becoming law. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would primarily affect federal agencies that received COVID-relief funding and any programs or services that depend on those unspent dollars. The specific impact depends on how much money remains unobligated across these programs. The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress but has not yet advanced beyond the introduction stage, so it has not been passed into law.
Shutdown Fairness Act
# Shutdown Fairness Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Shutdown Fairness Act would ensure that federal employees who are required to work during a government shutdown receive regular paychecks while the shutdown is ongoing. Currently, these "excepted employees"—those deemed essential and required to keep working—don't get paid until the shutdown ends and normal funding resumes. This bill would provide the money to pay them during the shutdown period. It also extends this pay protection to certain contractors supporting federal workers and active-duty military members. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal employees who must continue working when Congress hasn't approved a budget, including those in agencies like the FBI, TSA, and others providing essential services. It also covers military personnel on active duty and related contractors. Essentially, it addresses the hardship faced by workers who perform their jobs but face delayed paychecks during budget disputes. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) but has not yet passed. It remains in the early stage of the legislative process.
Counter-UAS Authority Extension Act
# Counter-UAS Authority Extension Act (S 3032) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would extend the government's legal authority to detect, track, and disable unmanned aircraft systems (drones) that pose security threats. Currently, federal agencies have temporary powers to counter dangerous or unauthorized drones, but these authorities are set to expire. This bill would renew and likely extend those powers beyond their current expiration date. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects federal agencies responsible for national security and airspace protection, such as the Department of Defense and Homeland Security. It could also impact drone operators and manufacturers, as expanded counter-drone authority might affect where and how civilian drones can be operated. Airport and critical infrastructure operators may benefit from enhanced security measures. **Key Provisions and Current Status** While specific details weren't provided, counter-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) bills typically address what actions agencies can take against rogue drones, which frequencies they can jam, privacy protections for innocent drone operators, and how long these emergency powers should last. The bill was introduced by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has not yet passed either chamber of Congress.
Keep America Flying Act of 2026
# Keep America Flying Act of 2026 — Summary **What It Does:** This bill would ensure that air traffic controllers, FAA safety personnel, and TSA airport security screeners continue to be paid during a government shutdown. It would also cover contractor payments that support these workers. The funding would remain in place until Congress passes a full budget for the fiscal year or until the shutdown ends, whichever comes first. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts thousands of federal employees—specifically air traffic controllers who manage airplane traffic, FAA workers essential to flight safety, and TSA agents who screen passengers and baggage at airports. It also affects contractors who support these operations and ultimately affects travelers and the aviation industry. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in the 119th Congress and is currently in the introduced stage, meaning it has not yet been voted on or moved through committee. It represents one approach lawmakers might take to prevent aviation disruptions during budget disputes.
Pay Our Military Act of 2025
# Pay Our Military Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill ensures that active-duty military members and certain Defense Department civilians continue receiving their paychecks during a government shutdown. It would provide funding for military salaries, allowances, and specific benefits—such as housing stipends, food allowances, clothing, and relocation costs—if Congress fails to pass a full budget for fiscal year 2026. The bill also covers benefits for surviving family members of military personnel and includes payments to Defense Department contractors supporting military operations. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly affects active-duty service members across all branches of the military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Space Force, and Coast Guard), as well as reserve components. It also covers Department of Defense civilian employees and Coast Guard personnel who support military operations, plus military contractors and surviving spouses receiving benefits. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) in the 119th Congress and is currently in the early stages—it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on or passed. This type of legislation is typically considered during budget negotiations when there is a risk of government shutdown.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026
# Summary of S. 2882: Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 **What It Does:** This bill is a "continuing resolution" (CR) that would keep the federal government running and funded if Congress hasn't passed its regular 2026 budget by October 1, 2025. Essentially, it's a temporary funding measure that prevents a government shutdown. The bill funds most federal agencies at their 2025 spending levels through October 31, 2025, though it includes some exceptions with extra money for certain programs. **Key Provisions and Who It Affects:** Beyond basic government funding, the bill would permanently extend the expanded premium tax credit that helps people afford health insurance (a benefit created during the pandemic), provide additional funding for Medicaid, and boost security measures for federal officials. It also extends various other expiring federal programs. The bill affects virtually all Americans by ensuring federal agencies—from the military to the Social Security Administration to the EPA—remain operational. It specifically helps people who rely on subsidized health insurance and federal services. **Current Status:** The bill has been introduced in the Senate but has not yet been passed. As a continuing resolution, it typically doesn't move through Congress until late in the fiscal year when regular budget negotiations are stalled, usually closer to the October 1 deadline when funding would run out.
Extending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities Act
# Extending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities Act (S 2983) **What the Bill Does** This bill would restore and extend cybersecurity authorities that have expired or are set to expire. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills of this type typically aim to keep government cybersecurity programs, oversight powers, or emergency authorities in place that would otherwise lapse. This is a common legislative practice when programs have sunset provisions—automatic expiration dates built into the original law. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect federal government agencies responsible for cybersecurity, as well as potentially private sector organizations that work with or are regulated by these agencies. It could impact how the government monitors cyber threats, responds to attacks, and coordinates cybersecurity efforts across departments. **Current Status** As of now, the bill has been introduced in the Senate (S 2983) by Senator Gary Peters (D-Michigan) but has not advanced further through the legislative process. To become law, it would need to pass the Senate, be approved by the House of Representatives, and be signed by the President.
Eliminate Shutdowns Act
# Eliminate Shutdowns Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Eliminate Shutdowns Act would automatically continue government funding if Congress fails to pass new budget bills by the start of a fiscal year. Instead of allowing a shutdown, the bill would keep federal agencies and programs running at the funding levels from the previous year. This would apply to all programs, projects, and activities that received money in the prior fiscal year. **Who It Affects and Why It Matters** This bill would affect federal employees, federal contractors, and Americans who rely on government services. Currently, when Congress cannot agree on a budget before the fiscal year begins, the government can "shut down," forcing many agencies to stop operations and furloughing workers without pay. This bill aims to prevent that disruption by providing a safety net of automatic, temporary funding. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wisconsin) but has not yet been passed. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process. The bill addresses a recurring budget problem—government shutdowns have occurred multiple times in recent years—though it represents just one of several proposed approaches to solving this issue.
Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act
# Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act – Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, introduced by Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), aims to address public safety and appearance issues in Washington, D.C. Based on its listed subjects, the bill would likely expand congressional oversight of D.C. governance, increase law enforcement resources, address immigration-related crimes, and potentially impose stricter criminal penalties. It also appears to address issues related to monuments, memorials, and public spaces in the nation's capital, as well as public transit security. **Who It Affects:** The legislation would primarily affect D.C. residents, local government, federal law enforcement agencies, and potentially neighboring Maryland and Virginia (suggesting regional coordination on border security or transit issues). It would also impact Congress, which already has unique oversight authority over D.C. **Current Status:** The bill has been introduced but has not yet advanced through the legislative process. No further action has been taken as of the latest information available. *Note: Without access to the full bill text, this summary is based on the listed subjects and general provisions typically found in such legislation. For complete details on specific provisions, consulting the full bill text on Congress.gov is recommended.*
End Crypto Corruption Act of 2025
# End Crypto Corruption Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The End Crypto Corruption Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to address what sponsors view as corrupt practices in the cryptocurrency industry. Although the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, based on its title and sponsorship, it likely proposes regulations or restrictions on cryptocurrency activities to prevent fraud, market manipulation, or improper use of digital assets. **Who It Affects:** This bill would potentially impact cryptocurrency companies, exchanges, investors, and traders. It could also affect financial regulators tasked with overseeing digital assets, and consumers involved in cryptocurrency markets. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the Senate (S 1668) during the 119th Congress by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) but has not yet advanced beyond the introduction stage. At this early phase, the bill has not undergone committee review or a vote. To get more details about specific provisions, you would need to consult the full text of the bill on Congress.gov or wait for further legislative developments.
Cape Fox Land Entitlement Finalization Act of 2025
# Cape Fox Land Entitlement Finalization Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This legislation would allow the Cape Fox Corporation, an Alaska Native village corporation representing the village of Saxman in Southeast Alaska, to receive land in a different location than previously required by law. Instead of receiving approximately 185 acres within their home township, Cape Fox could select about 180 acres from the Tongass National Forest elsewhere in Alaska. The bill gives Cape Fox 90 days after passage to notify the Department of Interior of their new land selection, after which the federal government must transfer the chosen land to them. **Who it affects:** The Cape Fox Corporation and its shareholders (Alaska Natives from the Saxman village) are the primary beneficiaries. The bill also affects federal land management, as it transfers Tongass National Forest land to private Alaska Native ownership. The change allows Cape Fox to fulfill its original land entitlement—a benefit promised to Alaska Native corporations under existing law—in a way that works better for the corporation's interests. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and has not yet been voted on or passed. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025
# Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 - Summary **What it would do:** This bill would make it a violation of federal law (specifically Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in education) for schools receiving federal funding to allow transgender girls and women to compete on sports teams designated for girls and women. The bill defines "sex" based on biological sex at birth determined by reproductive biology and genetics, rather than gender identity. Schools that violate this rule could potentially lose federal education funding. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects transgender and intersex students who want to participate in school sports, as well as schools that currently allow such participation. It also impacts girls' and women's sports programs, which supporters argue would be protected by the measure. Female athletes, school administrators, and athletic departments would need to adjust policies if the bill passes. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the Senate in January 2025 by Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and remains in the early stages. It has not yet been voted on or passed. Similar legislation has been proposed in previous congressional sessions with varying levels of support. The bill represents one perspective in an ongoing national debate about transgender athletic participation, with supporters emphasizing fairness in women's sports and opponents raising concerns about discrimination.
Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act
# Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act (S. 6) **What the bill would do:** This bill would require healthcare providers to give the same level of medical care to any infant born alive during an abortion procedure as they would to any other newborn at the same stage of development. If a child is born alive, the bill mandates that the infant be immediately admitted to a hospital. Healthcare workers who witness a failure to provide this care would be legally required to report it to law enforcement. Anyone who intentionally kills or attempts to kill a child born alive would face criminal prosecution. **Who it affects and key provisions:** The bill primarily affects abortion providers, hospitals, and other healthcare workers. Violations would result in criminal penalties including fines and up to five years in prison for providers who fail to provide adequate care or workers who fail to report violations. The bill establishes that these requirements apply when a child is born alive, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the abortion procedure. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress but has not yet passed. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.