The Tipped Employee Protection Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, revising the definition of 'tipped employee'. It removes the $30 monthly tip threshold and focuses on whether an employee's combined tips and cash wage meet the minimum …
H.R. 6932, the Individuals with Disabilities Education And Legacy Act (IDEAL Act), aims to rescind unobligated funds from the Department of Education for fiscal year 2026 and transfer these funds to states according to Section 611 of the Individuals with …
H.R. 6920, the SUCCESS for BEAD Act, amends the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of remaining funds under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program for competitive subgrants. These subgrants would support broadband deployment projects, …
The Texas Dreamer Work Authorization Act of 2025 aims to grant the Secretary of Homeland Security explicit statutory authority to issue Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to individuals with deferred action under the DACA policy. This bill seeks to supersede any …
The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act aims to provide avenues for vacating convictions and expunging arrests for victims of human trafficking who committed crimes as a direct result of their trafficking situation. It amends Title 18 of the United States Code …
House Resolution 969 expresses support for designating the week beginning September 8, 2025, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week." The resolution recognizes the significant role Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) play in educating Hispanic students and contributing to economic mobility. It acknowledges the …
The "Save Our Girls from Sex Trafficking Act of 2025" aims to combat child human trafficking through various measures. It establishes an interagency task force, mandates a study on child human trafficking, and authorizes grant programs for schools, foster care …
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA 2026) is a comprehensive bill authorizing appropriations and setting policy for the Department of Defense, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and various defense agencies. It addresses a …
House Resolution 972 recognizes Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement. The resolution highlights key events and figures in Atlanta's history that contributed significantly to the advancement of civil rights. It emphasizes Atlanta's role as a center …
The Northwest California Wilderness, Recreation, and Working Forests Act aims to enhance restoration, economic development, recreation, and conservation on federal lands in Northern California. It establishes restoration areas, designates new wilderness and potential wilderness areas, and identifies wild and scenic …
House Resolution 968 recognizes the 90th anniversary of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and honors its legacy and service. The resolution acknowledges NCNW's founding by Mary McLeod Bethune in 1935 and its subsequent advocacy for racial justice, gender …
House Resolution 966 recognizes the contributions of California State Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limón. The resolution acknowledges her historic achievement as the first Latina and mother to hold this position in the California State Senate. It highlights her background, …
The American Dream Protection Act of 2025 aims to amend Section 505 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996. It seeks to prohibit federal financial assistance to states and public higher education institutions that offer in-state …
The Accreditation Choice and Innovation Act aims to reform the accreditation process for institutions of higher education. It amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide states with more authority in designating accrediting agencies, introduces risk-based review processes, and …
The Welfare Abuse and Laundering Zillions Act (WALZ Act) directs the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to investigate payment increases within HHS programs. Specifically, it mandates an investigation if the total amount paid to …