What Happened in Congress on Tuesday?

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 — Full breakdown of congressional activity.

31 bills active 1 advancing 11 D-sponsored 20 R-sponsored

Advancing — Reported Out of Committee (1)

Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
H.Res. 1075
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4626) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for a product that is not technologically feasible and economically justified, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4758) to repeal provisions of Public Law 117–169 relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification, and for other purposes.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sponsor Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9] (R-VA) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress

Committee Activity (30)

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
H.R. 7654
Advance Global Health Act
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17] (R-NY) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Pramila Jayapal
Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2]
H.R. 7655
To amend section 477 of the Social Security Act to improve supports for expectant and parenting youth who have experienced foster care by strengthening coordination with the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2] (R-IN) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Danny K. Davis
Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
H.R. 7656
To support marine carbon dioxide removal activities, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1] (D-OR) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Earl L. "Buddy" Carter, Paul Tonko
Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]
H.R. 7657
To direct the Secretary of Defense to provide funds to the National Diaper Bank Network for the establishment of a Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4] (D-NC) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Ryan Mackenzie, Eleanor Holmes Norton, Michael Lawler
Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
H.R. 7658
To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the promulgation of cybersecurity and digital service regulations relating to the use of EBT cards under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsor Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10] (D-NY) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
4 cosponsors — including Michael Lawler, Adam Smith, Brian K. Fitzpatrick and 1 more
Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
H.R. 7659
To designate the Pride flag as an authorized flag eligible for display at units of the National Park System, to express the sense of Congress that the Pride flag should be on display at the Stonewall National Monument in the State of New York, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10] (D-NY) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors — including Madeleine Dean, Eleanor Holmes Norton, Troy A. Carter and 2 more
Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7]
H.R. 7660
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to expand the definition of a historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7] (R-GA) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15]
H.R. 7661
Stop the Sexualization of Children Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15] (R-IL) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
17 cosponsors — including Troy Downing, Randy Fine, W. Gregory Steube and 14 more
Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]
H.R. 7662
To enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22] (R-TX) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Seth Moulton
Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
H.R. 7663
To amend section 6103 of title 5, United States Code, to change the date designated for Washington's Birthday and designate Lincoln's Birthday as a legal public holiday.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5] (R-TN) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2]
H.R. 7664
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the performance of certain Department of Homeland Security counsel functions by State officers and employees, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2] (R-KS) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3]
H.R. 7665
Friends in the Field Act
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsor Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3] (D-MI) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Smith, Adrian [R-NE-3]
H.R. 7666
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to allow payments under the Medicare program for certain items and services furnished by off-campus outpatient departments of a provider to be determined under the prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services, and for other purposes.
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.
Sponsor Rep. Smith, Adrian [R-NE-3] (R-NE) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including James P. McGovern
Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
H.R. 7667
To amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the TRICARE program for certain members of the Retired Reserve of the reserve components.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2] (R-NJ) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
H.R. 7668
To require a report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2] (R-SC) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Steve Cohen
Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14]
H.Res. 1076
Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in the lower 48 States.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14] (R-TX) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
34 cosponsors — including Troy Balderson, Carol D. Miller, Mike Carey and 31 more
Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
S. 3895
A bill to require rulemaking by the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to address considerations in evaluating the need for public and individual disaster assistance, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S652-653)
Sponsor Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Tammy Duckworth
Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
S. 3896
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the Department of Veterans Affairs procurement hierarchy of small business preferences, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN] (R-TN) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
S. 3897
A bill to revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers' death benefits, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] (D-NY) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Ted Cruz
Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
S. 3898
A bill to amend the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act to extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (R-AR) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Gary C. Peters
Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT]
S. 3899
A bill to authorize the transfer by the Secretary of the Navy to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, of certain F-14 Tomcat aircraft.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT] (R-MT) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Mark Kelly
Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA]
S. 3900
A bill to promote human rights, internet freedom and accountability in Iran, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsor Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
9 cosponsors — including Jacky Rosen, John R. Curtis, Kirsten E. Gillibrand and 6 more
Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
S. 3901
A bill to expand the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC] (R-NC) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
S. 3902
A bill to provide for auditable financial statements for the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] (R-IA) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH]
S. 3903
A bill to enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH] (R-OH) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Maria Cantwell, Roger Marshall, Eric Schmitt and 4 more
Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
S. 3904
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] (D-MA) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
20 cosponsors — including Jeff Merkley, Amy Klobuchar, Tina Smith and 17 more
Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
S. 3905
A bill to provide for the refund of duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (D-OR) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
26 cosponsors — including Edward J. Markey, Jeanne Shaheen, Ben Ray Luján and 23 more
Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
S. 3906
A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Transportation to develop a national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sponsor Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (R-TX) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Angela D. Alsobrooks
Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
S. 3907
A bill to amend the GENIUS Act to require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo an annual audit similar to United States payment stablecoin issuers, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S653-654)
Sponsor Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (D-RI) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
S.Res. 612
A resolution acknowledging the fourth anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, reaffirming support for the people of Ukraine, and emphasizing the importance of robust United States security guarantees within a transatlantic commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S654)
Sponsor Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (D-NH) Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
30 cosponsors — including Thomas Tillis, Michael F. Bennet, Roger F. Wicker and 27 more

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