What Happened in Congress on Monday?

Monday, May 04, 2026 — Full breakdown of congressional activity.

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38 bills active 1 signed into law 17 D-sponsored 21 R-sponsored
38 bills

Signed into Law (1)

Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
S. 723
Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2025
Became Public Law No: 119-88.
Sponsor Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (R-SD) Introduced Feb 25, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional oversight, Government information and archives, Government studies and investigations, Housing finance and home ownership, Indian lands and resources rights, Intergovernmental relations
3 cosponsors
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Committee Activity (25)

Rep. Fuller, Clay [R-GA-14]
H.J.Res. 172
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to protect United States citizenship.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Fuller, Clay [R-GA-14] (R-GA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors
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Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
H.J.Res. 173
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02: Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed".
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsor Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5] (D-NY) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Olszewski, Johnny [D-MD-2]
H.J.Res. 174
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide for term limits for justices of the Supreme Court.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Olszewski, Johnny [D-MD-2] (D-MD) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors
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Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
H.J.Res. 175
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-02: Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer".
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsor Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15] (D-NY) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
H.R. 8647
Representative Green's Original Legislation to increase from 9 to 13 the number of justices of the Supreme Court.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9] (D-TX) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
H.R. 8648
FORGE Act
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4] (R-IN) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors
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Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]
H.R. 8650
Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2] (D-LA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor
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Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
H.R. 8651
Advancing Safe Medications for Moms and Babies Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14] (D-FL) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors
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Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]
H.R. 8652
YODA
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27] (R-TX) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8]
H.R. 8653
ADAPT Assets Act
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Sponsor Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8] (D-CA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors
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Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
H.R. 8654
Afterschool for All Act
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10] (D-NY) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
11 cosponsors
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Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
H.R. 8655
Jersey Pride Tax Credit Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor
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Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
H.R. 8656
Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3] (R-LA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors
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Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9]
H.R. 8657
Campus Lifeline Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] (R-IN) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors
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Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
H.R. 8659
Nursing is a Professional Degree Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2] (R-VA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors
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Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
H.R. 8660
Valuing Employee Stock Today Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7]
H.R. 8662
To provide assisted living assistance through Medicaid and low-income housing tax credit.
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7] (R-OH) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors
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Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
H.R. 8663
Fair Pay Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] (D-DC) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3]
H.R. 8664
SBA AI Adoption Reporting Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
Sponsor Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3] (D-MI) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
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Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
H.Res. 1253
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1] (R-PA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
69 cosponsors
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Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
H.Res. 1254
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6] (R-MO) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
4 cosponsors
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Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
H.Res. 1255
Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5] (D-CT) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
63 cosponsors
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Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5]
H.Res. 1256
Expressing support for the designation of May 6, 2026, as "National Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day" and prioritizing the goals and ideals of raising awareness and understanding of maternal mental health conditions.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5] (R-LA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors
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Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
H.Res. 1257
Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2026, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4] (R-WA) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
17 cosponsors
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Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]
H.Res. 1258
Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5] (D-IL) Introduced May 04, 2026 Congress 119th Congress
6 cosponsors
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Newly Introduced (12)

Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1]
H.R. 1163
Prove It Act
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 552.
Sponsor Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1] (R-MN) Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Administrative remedies, Government information and archives, Small Business Administration, Small business
30 cosponsors
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Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]
H.R. 2137
Review Every Veterans Claim Act of 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 549.
Sponsor Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8] (R-TX) Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Veterans' medical care, Veterans' pensions and compensation
9 cosponsors
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Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]
H.R. 3863
VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 550.
Sponsor Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13] (D-IL) Introduced Jun 10, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional oversight, Government studies and investigations, Mental health, Veterans' medical care, Veterans' pensions and compensation
4 cosponsors
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Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
H.R. 5213
No Federal Funds for Cashless Bail Act
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 554.
Sponsor Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21] (R-NY) Introduced Sep 08, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Criminal procedure and sentencing, Intergovernmental relations, State and local government operations, Violent crime
3 cosponsors
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Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
S. 272
Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (D-MI) Introduced Jan 28, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Child health, Congressional oversight, Consumer affairs, Food supply, safety, and labeling, Government information and archives, Manufacturing, Nutrition and diet, Supply chain
9 cosponsors
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Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
S. 874
Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (D-MI) Introduced Mar 05, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative remedies, Department of Defense, Employment discrimination and employee rights, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Public contracts and procurement
1 cosponsor
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Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
S. 1199
SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] (R-IA) Introduced Mar 27, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation, Fraud offenses and financial crimes, Small Business Administration
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Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
S. 2232
Expanding the Surety Bond Program Act of 2025
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA) Introduced Jul 09, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative remedies, Congressional oversight, Government lending and loan guarantees, Government studies and investigations, Small Business Administration, Small business
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Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]
S. 2280
A bill to transfer administrative jurisdiction over certain parcels of Federal land in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and for other purposes.
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV] (R-WV) Introduced Jul 15, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Geography and mapping, Land transfers, Land use and conservation, Parks, recreation areas, trails, West Virginia
1 cosponsor
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Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
S. 2934
Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2025
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (R-TX) Introduced Sep 29, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Civil actions and liability, Contracts and agency, Sanctions
1 cosponsor
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Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
S. 2975
PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] (R-TX) Introduced Oct 06, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Accidents, Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Advisory bodies, Asia, Aviation and airports, China, Civil actions and liability, Computer security and identity theft, Congressional oversight, Cuba, Data collection, sharing, protection, Department of Transportation, Earth sciences, Emergency communications systems, Emergency planning and evacuation, Europe, Executive agency funding and structure, Fires, Freedom of information, Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management, Government information and archives, Government lending and loan guarantees, Government studies and investigations, Hazardous wastes and toxic substances, Indian lands and resources rights, Industrial facilities, Intergovernmental relations, Iran, Land use and conservation, Latin America, Middle East, Natural disasters, North Korea, Oil and gas, Performance measurement, Pipelines, Public contracts and procurement, Public participation and lobbying, Public-private cooperation, Russia, State and local government operations, Transportation safety and security, User charges and fees, Venezuela
3 cosponsors
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Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT]
S. 4161
Maverick Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT] (R-MT) Introduced Mar 23, 2026 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Alabama, Aviation and airports, Military history, Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
1 cosponsor
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