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HR-6500119th CongressTrade & Finance

AGOA Extension Act

This bill extends duty-free treatment for imports from eligible African countries under the African Growth and Opportunity Act from September 30, 2025, to December 31, 2028. It also provides for retroactive application of these trade benefits for goods entered during the lapse period. Additionally, the bill extends the collection of customs user fees for a short period.

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Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 89 - 4. Record Vote Number: 218. (CR S4405)

Jason SmithUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HR-10033119th Congress

AV Emergency Response Coordination Act

This bill establishes minimum standards for autonomous vehicle operators to coordinate effectively with emergency responders. It requires operators to provide detailed emergency response guides and rescue sheets, maintain a 24/7 emergency hotline, and comply with geofence notices. The legislation aims to enhance safety and facilitate efficient emergency response during incidents involving autonomous vehicles.

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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Kevin MullinUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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S-289119th CongressCommerce

Youth Poisoning Protection Act

The Youth Poisoning Protection Act bans consumer products containing 10% or more by weight of sodium nitrite by classifying them as banned hazardous products. This measure aims to prevent poisoning by restricting access to highly concentrated forms of the substance. Exemptions apply for industrial uses and products regulated as food, drugs, devices, or cosmetics.

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Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.

Tammy DuckworthUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HR-10026119th Congress

Honoring Circuit Judge Pauline Newman Act of 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Darrell IssaUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HR-10013119th Congress

Compassionate Care Act

This bill, the "Compassionate Care Act," aims to improve end-of-life care through comprehensive consumer and provider education initiatives. It establishes a national public education campaign on advance care planning and mandates the creation of resources and training programs for healthcare providers. Additionally, it makes permanent certain telehealth flexibilities for hospice care and commissions studies on national advance directive policies and registries.

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Nanette Diaz BarragánUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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S-3977119th CongressFinancial Sector

Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026

This bill, the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026, modifies eligibility requirements for certain bankruptcy chapters. It increases the debt limit for small businesses seeking relief under Subchapter V of Chapter 11 to $7.5 million. Additionally, it raises the debt limit for individuals filing under Chapter 13 to $2.75 million, expanding access to these bankruptcy options.

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Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.

Chuck GrassleyUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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S-5207119th Congress

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to maintain the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Shelley Moore CapitoUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HR-10017119th Congress

To permanently prohibit the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System or a Federal reserve bank from issuing or creating a central bank digital currency, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Michael CloudUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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S-5220119th Congress

A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the battery processing and manufacturing program, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Catherine Cortez MastoUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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S-2098119th CongressPublic Lands

Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025

This bill mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to convey approximately 3.372 acres of land in Anchorage, Alaska, to the Southcentral Foundation within two years. The property is intended for health and social services programs and will be transferred via warranty deed without cost or conditions for the Foundation. It also exempts the Foundation from liability for pre-existing environmental contamination on the conveyed land.

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 534.

Lisa MurkowskiUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HRES-1470119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

This resolution expresses support for designating July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month." It recognizes the severe threats plastic pollution poses to human health and the environment. The resolution encourages all individuals in the United States to actively participate in reducing plastic pollution throughout the year.

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Lloyd DoggettUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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HJRES-209119th Congress

Supporting the designation of November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day".

This joint resolution supports designating November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day." Its purpose is to honor and celebrate fathers who have lost children serving in the United States Armed Forces. This designation recognizes their extraordinary sacrifice and loss.

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Henry C. "Hank" JohnsonUpdated on: August 3, 2026
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