Senate weighs ending 70-year wait: Lumbee Fairness Act would grant full federal recognition to NC tribe, unlocking healthcare and education for 55,000+ members denied benefits since 1956.
sres459-119October 21, 2025Agreed To In SenateTeen Impact: 1/10
Senate unanimously passed a resolution honoring the C5+1 diplomatic platform that strengthens U.S. partnerships with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
Congress moves to reauthorize U.S. grain inspection rules through 2030, pushing USDA to modernize how export grain gets graded. House passed; Senate next.
Bill would bring gold, silver, and copper mining under same federal leasing rules as oil and gas on acquired public lands. House committee approved; awaits floor vote.
Bill would extend Digital Coast program through 2030, giving coastal communities flood maps and climate data for planning. Helps local governments prepare for storms and sea level rise.
New bill would let Medicare patients skip overnight hospital stays for procedures like joint replacements. Same-day outpatient care could save costs while getting seniors home faster.
H.R. 5345 proposes assigning Social Security identity theft victims a single dedicated point of contact to manage their case through resolution, taking effect 180 days after enactment.
Senate passes resolution to end national emergency allowing tariffs on Brazilian imports. House vote next. Could affect prices on coffee, sugar, and other Brazilian goods Americans buy.
Senate passed resolution to end national emergency used for global tariffs. Bill would terminate presidential authority to impose widespread import taxes. Now heads to House.
Senate bill would extend ocean cleanup programs through 2030. Grants help coastal communities build better recycling systems to stop plastic from reaching waterways.
Senate voted 50-46 to end emergency tariffs on Canadian imports. Resolution would terminate presidential powers used to impose duties on goods from Canada. Heads to House next.
Senate joint resolution proposes to overturn Biden-era drilling restrictions in Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve, potentially opening 23 million acres to oil and gas development.
sres454-119October 16, 2025Agreed To In SenateTeen Impact: 3/10
Senate designates Oct 24-31 as 'Bat Week' to highlight bats' role in pest control and pollination. Symbolic resolution raises awareness about conservation threats like white-nose syndrome.
Senate bill would transfer 40 acres of Mississippi national forest to local government at no cost. Small land deal raises questions about federal vs local control of public property.
House passes bill expanding Arkansas wilderness by 640 acres. Senate vote pending on Flatside Wilderness addition that would ban motors and development in Ouachita National Forest.
New bill proposes guaranteed military pay during shutdowns. 2.1M service members would get paychecks even if Congress misses budget deadlines, preventing financial hardship for military families.
New Senate bill would keep air traffic controllers and TSA screeners paid during any 2026 government shutdown — retroactive to Sept 30, 2025. Aims to prevent flight chaos during budget fights.
Continuing Appropriations & Extensions Act, 2026 (HR 5371) failed in the Senate after passing the House, threatening a government shutdown by freezing spending at 2025 levels through November 21.
New bill would exclude wildfire smoke from Clean Air Act regulations. States wouldn't face penalties for poor air quality caused by fires. Debate: natural disaster or pollution?
New Senate bill would guarantee paychecks for federal workers and active-duty military forced to work during government shutdowns. Retroactive to Sept. 30, 2025. Furloughed workers not covered.
Senate resolution condemns China's persecution of Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. Highlights detained Pastor Jin Mingri. Reaffirms U.S. commitment to religious freedom worldwide.
sres464-119October 23, 2025Agreed To In SenateTeen Impact: 3/10
Senate designates September 2025 as National Cholesterol Education Month. Symbolic resolution raises awareness about heart health but creates no new programs or funding.
sres465-119October 23, 2025Agreed To In SenateTeen Impact: 3/10
Senate unanimously designates September 2025 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, recognizing families affected by pediatric cancer and supporting continued research efforts.
Congress passes bill extending wetlands conservation funding through 2030 and opening 1.4M acres of wildlife refuges to hunting and fishing. Sent to President for signature.