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HR 9497 and the 2026 Water Resources Development Act

The House has passed legislation to authorize U.S. Army Corps of Engineers infrastructure projects, sending the bill to the Senate for further consideration.

Energy and Environment Published Sep 30, 2026

Government Operations and Politics

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HR 9394 and federal agroterrorism preparedness

The House has passed legislation requiring the Department of Homeland Security to conduct a nationwide exercise simulating an agroterrorism attack.

Government Operations and Politics Published Sep 23, 2026

Judiciary and Civil Rights

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HR 2853 and the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025

This bill, which passed the House with bipartisan support, seeks to expand federal authority to prosecute organized retail theft and supply chain crimes.

Judiciary and Civil Rights Published Aug 6, 2026

Finance and Financial Sector

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S 4726 and the PEACE in Sudan Act

This bipartisan bill aims to address the ongoing crisis in Sudan through financial and diplomatic measures and currently awaits further action on the Senate floor.

Finance and Financial Sector Published Jul 29, 2026

Agriculture and Food

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A tractor plows a rice paddy field in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, showcasing modern agriculture techniques.

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S 629 and the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

This legislation, which became Public Law 119-102, modifies federal agricultural conservation programs to address emergency response needs.

Agriculture and Food Published Jul 17, 2026

Housing and Urban Development

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HR 6644 and the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

This legislation, which became law in July 2026, reforms federal housing programs, adjusts mortgage insurance limits, and establishes new grant strategies for affordable housing development.

Housing and Urban Development Published Jul 17, 2026

Legislative news, research, and policy context

HR 9497 and the 2026 Water Resources Development Act

Government Operations and Politics

HR 9394 and federal agroterrorism preparedness

Judiciary and Civil Rights

HR 2853 and the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025

Finance and Financial Sector

S 4726 and the PEACE in Sudan Act

Agriculture and Food

S 629 and the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

Housing and Urban Development

HR 6644 and the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

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