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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

Immigration

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S 2, the Secure America Act, and its $70 billion immigration funding

This overview examines the provisions and legislative path of the Secure America Act, which was enacted into law in June 2026.

Immigration Published Aug 5, 2026

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S 2, the Secure America Act, signed into law The legislation provides $70 billion in funding for border security and immigration enforcement through fiscal year 2029. Immigration · Jul 17, 2026

Government Operations and Politics

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HR 9368 and federal voter identification requirements

The Voter ID Act, sponsored by Rep. Bryan Steil, has moved to the Union Calendar following committee approval.

Government Operations and Politics Published Jul 19, 2026

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HR 7296 and the SAVE America Act This bill proposes new federal requirements for voter registration and identification, currently pending in the House Committee on House Administration. Government Operations and Politics · Jul 17, 2026

Housing and Urban Development

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S 723: The Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2025

This legislation, now signed into law, establishes mandatory processing timelines for mortgage documents on tribal trust lands to streamline homeownership.

Housing and Urban Development Published Jul 17, 2026

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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 · Jul 17, 2026

Transportation and Public Works

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S 254: The ARTIST Act signed into law

This legislation prohibits states from banning the sale or trade of marine mammal products crafted by Alaska Natives.

Transportation and Public Works Published Jul 17, 2026

Legislative news, research, and policy context

HR 9497 and the 2026 Water Resources Development Act

Immigration

S 2, the Secure America Act, and its $70 billion immigration funding

Government Operations and Politics

HR 9368 and federal voter identification requirements

Housing and Urban Development

S 723: The Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2025

Transportation and Public Works

S 254: The ARTIST Act signed into law

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