US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session All Bills (Page 318)
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB758
Introduced
Introduced
2/26/25
Refer
2/26/25
Apprenticeships to College Act This bill requires the Department of Labor to enter into an interagency agreement with the Department of Education to promote and support integration and alignment of programs under the national apprenticeship system with secondary, two- and four-year postsecondary, and adult education.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB756
Introduced
Introduced
2/26/25
Refer
2/26/25
Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce ActThis bill expands the expenses eligible for tax-free withdrawals from a qualified tuition program (known as a 529 plan) to include tuition, fees (including test fees), books, supplies, equipment, and other expenses related to the enrollment or attendance in a recognized postsecondary credentialing program.Under the bill, a recognized postsecondary credentialing program includes certain programs identified by a state as providing training services, a program listed in the Web Enabled Approval Management System (WEAMS) maintained by the Department of Veterans Affairs, certain examinations required to obtain or maintain a credential, and other reputable credentialing programs.Further, under the bill, such programs must be designed for an individual to obtainan industry-recognized postsecondary employment credential (e.g., project management professional certificate, advanced emergency medical technician certificate, and welding supervisor certificate),a certificate of completion of a registered and certified apprenticeship,an occupational or professional license issued or recognized by a state or the federal government (and any certification required for obtaining such license), oran associate or baccalaureate degree.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB75
Introduced
Introduced
1/13/25
Refer
1/13/25
Improving Federal Financial Management Act This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to take certain actions to improve financial management systems across the federal government and expands the responsibilities of federal agency Chief Financial Officers (CFOs). The bill requires OMB to submit a four-year governmentwide financial management plan to Congress within six months of enactment and thereafter with the budget submitted in the first full fiscal year following the start of a presidential term. Such plans must address certain topics, including strategies for (1) improving financial management systems; (2) strengthening the financial management workforce; and (3) reporting performance and cost information. OMB must annually submit related status reports to Congress and the Government Accountability Office. Each agency CFO is assigned new responsibilities, includingpreparing the agency plan to implement OMB's governmentwide financial management plan;overseeing and providing leadership in the areas of budget formulation and execution, planning and performance, risk management, internal controls, financial systems, accounting, and other areas designated by OMB;coordinating with designated agency personnel on the strategic planning, performance measurement and reporting, and risk management functions of the agency;managing the formulation and financial execution of the agency budget;linking performance and cost information; andpreparing annual reports on progress in implementing the governmentwide financial management plan and transmitting such reports to the agency head, OMB, and Congress.The bill establishes new requirements for audits of agency accounts, such as having auditors evaluate the design of the agency's internal controls over financial reporting.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB780
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending Act of 2025 or the SAFE Lending Act of 2025This bill creates additional consumer protections applicable to certain credit and banking transactions, including matters concerning remotely created checks, electronic fund transfers, registration of small-dollar lenders, overdraft fees, and the collection of personal information.Under the bill, remotely created checks may only be issued by a person specifically designated in writing by a consumer. The consumer must provide the designation to the consumer's depository institution. (A remotely created check is a check not issued by the bank and not signed by the account owner.)A voluntary agreement to repay a small-dollar consumer credit transaction by an electronic fund transfer is subject to certain protections, including the right of the consumer to stop payment.Small-dollar consumer credit providers must register with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Any small-dollar consumer credit transaction is subject to the laws of the state in which the consumer resides.The bill also prohibits overdraft fees on prepaid accounts.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB77
Introduced
Introduced
1/13/25
Refer
1/13/25
Early Participation in Regulations Act of 2025This bill directs agencies to publish an advance notice of a proposed rulemaking at least 90 days before publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking for a major rule. A major rule is a rule that the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) determines is likely to impose (1) an annual economic effect of $100 million or more; (2) a major increase in costs or prices for consumers, individual industries, government agencies, or geographic regions; or (3) significant adverse effects on competition, employment, investment, productivity, innovation, health, safety, the environment, or the ability of U.S. enterprises to compete with foreign-based enterprises.The advance notice mustinclude a description of the problem the rule may address, alternatives under consideration, and the legal authority for proposing the rule; andsolicit and provide at least 30 days for submission of written data, views, and argument from interested persons.Any difference between such advance notice and the notice of proposed rulemaking may not be considered arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not in accordance with law for the purposes of review under the Administrative Procedure Act.Advance notice is not required if the proposing agency is not required to publish notice of proposed rulemaking or OIRA finds that advance notice is (1) not in the public interest, (2) duplicative of a similar process, (3) not practicable due to a required deadline, or (4) for a rule that is routine or periodic in nature.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB779
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
A bill to amend title XIX of the Public Health Service Act to provide for prevention and early intervention services under the Block Grants for Community Mental Health Services program, and for other purposes.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB774
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
A bill to prohibit the use of funds to seek membership in the World Health Organization or to provide assessed or voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization until certain conditions have been met.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB781
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025This bill reauthorizes the Environmental Protection Agency's Long Island Sound programs through FY2029. The programs, which include a stewardship grant program, focus on conserving and restoring the estuary off the coast of New York and Connecticut.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB782
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Expanding Local Meat Processing Act of 2025This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to revise its regulations to allow certain packers to hold an ownership interest in, finance, or participate in the management or operation of a market agency selling livestock on a commission basis.The bill applies to packers that have a cumulative slaughter capacity of (1) less than 2,000 animals per day or 700,000 animals per year with respect to cattle or sheep, and (2) less than 10,000 animals per day or 3 million animals per year with respect to hogs.In addition, the bill includes a disclosure requirement for a market agency that has an ownership interest in, finances, or participates in the management or operation of a packer to which the agency sells consigned livestock. Specifically, the market agency must disclose on the account of sale (1) the name of the packer, and (2) the nature of the relationship between the market agency and the packer.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB777
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Strategic Ports Reporting ActThis bill requires the Department of State to conduct a study and submit a report to Congress on strategic ports.The report shall contain various elements related to such ports, including (1) a detailed list of all strategic ports owned, operated, or controlled by China or a foreign person of China; (2) a detailed list of all strategic ports owned, operated, or controlled by the United States or a U.S. person; (3) an assessment of the national security and economic interests relevant to each such port; (4) an analysis of actions by China to gain control or ownership of strategic ports; and (5) courses of action to protect strategic ports and maritime infrastructure from Chinese control.The bill also requires the State Department to develop and provide to Congress a global mapping of foreign and domestic ports of importance to the United States because of a capability to provide military, diplomatic, economic, or resource exploitation superiority.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB785
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension ActThis bill extends for an additional five years the time period during which an eligible Alaska Native veteran may apply for a land allotment under the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Program. The program makes Alaska Native veterans who served in the Armed Forces in Vietnam between August 5, 1964, and December 31, 1971, or their heirs eligible to receive up to 160 acres of federal land in Alaska.Under the current program, the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management may accept applications through December 29, 2025. This bill extends this time period for an additional five years to December 29, 2030.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB778
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Report Pass
7/30/25
Engrossed
11/12/25
Presidential Action
11/12/25
Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure that each of its medical centers contains a hygienic lactation space that is not a bathroom and meets other specifications (e.g., must be easy to locate).
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB783
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to provide additional assistance to rural water, wastewater, and waste disposal systems, and for other purposes.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB787
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Report Pass
7/30/25
Engrossed
12/19/25
Presidential Action
12/19/25
VetPAC Act of 2025This bill establishes the Veterans Health Administration Policy Advisory Commission for purposes of reviewing operations at the Veterans Health Administration and preparing reports with recommendations for Congress based on such review.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US Federal Senate Bill SB784
Introduced
Introduced
2/27/25
Refer
2/27/25
Rural Veterans Transportation to Care ActThis bill expands and makes permanent the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) grant program that provides transportation options to veterans for medical purposes.First, the bill expands the program to cover transportation for veterans in rural areas, in addition to veterans in highly rural areas (who are already eligible under the program).The bill also authorizes the VA to award such grants to county veterans service organizations and tribal organizations to assist veterans with transportation for medical care.Further, the bill increases the maximum grant amount to $60,000. However, if a grant recipient is required to purchase a vehicle to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, such grant amount may be increased to not more than $80,000.Finally, the bill defines rural and highly rural in the same manner as the terms are given under the Rural-Urban Commuting Areas (RUCA) coding system of the Department of Agriculture. RUCA uses population density and commuting patterns to assign designations.