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Protecting Access to Spiritual Treatment and Organized Religion Act of 2026

House

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.

Latest action: Wed Jul 22 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7567) to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2031, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2616) to require public elementary and middle schools that receive funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to obtain parental consent before changing a minor’s gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form or sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms; providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 33) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1318) to direct the American Battle Monuments Commission to establish a program to identify American-Jewish servicemembers buried in United States military cemeteries overseas under markers that incorrectly represent their religion and heritage, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1346) to amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

House

Approves House consideration of five specified measures, including agriculture, parental consent in schools, the budget resolution, military grave marker corrections, and ethanol waiver legislation

Latest action: Wed Apr 29 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Richard Smallwood, a world-class composer, pianist, and arranger.

Senate

Honors the life and legacy of Reverend Richard Smallwood for his work as a composer pianist and arranger

Latest action: Thu Jan 15 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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21st Century Federal Writers’ Project Act

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Latest action: Tue Jun 30 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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African American History Act of 2026

Senate

Establishes an African American History Act for 2026 centered on African American history

Latest action: Thu Feb 26 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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African American History Act of 2026

House

Establishes a federal measure on African American history through the African American History Act of 2026

Latest action: Thu Feb 26 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Senate

Recognizes the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States

Latest action: Thu Mar 27 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

House

Recognizes the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States

Latest action: Thu Mar 27 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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National Museum of Pop Culture Act

House

Designates a National Museum of Pop Culture, establishing it as a specific federal museum entity

Latest action: Thu May 08 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act

House

Establishes a national museum dedicated to the Blind People’s Movement and its history

Latest action: Thu Dec 04 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Rita Moreno.

House

Honors the accomplishments and legacy of Rita Moreno through a House resolution of recognition

Latest action: Thu Dec 11 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

House

Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Latest action: Fri Sep 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Lunar New Year Day Act

House

Establishes Lunar New Year Day as a federal holiday in the United States

Latest action: Tue Jan 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

House

Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali as a commemorative House resolution

Latest action: Tue Oct 21 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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American Stories Act

Senate

Establishes the American Stories Act as a Senate measure newly referred for consideration

Latest action: Wed Mar 11 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Expressing support for the designation of June 2025 as "Black Music Month".

House

Expresses support for designating June 2025 as Black Music Month to recognize Black music

Latest action: Thu Jun 12 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Expressing support for the designation of February 28, 2025, as Community Arts Education Day.

House

Expresses House support for designating February 28, 2025, as Community Arts Education Day

Latest action: Tue Feb 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2026

House

Establishes a National Council on African American History and Culture to coordinate work in that field

Latest action: Thu Feb 12 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act

Senate

Establishes a national museum dedicated to the Blind People’s Movement and its history

Latest action: Thu Dec 04 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Commemorating the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world.

House

Commemorates the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world as a cultural observance

Latest action: Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the significance of "National Caribbean American Heritage Month".

House

Recognizes the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month and the contributions of Caribbean Americans

Latest action: Thu Jun 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Living Wage for Musicians Act of 2025

House

Establishes a living wage framework for musicians through federal legislation on musician compensation

Latest action: Tue Sep 30 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Supporting the designation the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week".

House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Latest action: Wed May 13 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the importance of Spanish-language media in the United States.

House

Recognizes the importance of Spanish-language media in the United States and its role in public communication

Latest action: Tue Oct 14 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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St. Patrick’s Day Act

House

Designates St. Patrick’s Day as a federally recognized observance in the United States

Latest action: Fri Mar 14 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Senate

Establishes a Smithsonian museum dedicated to American women’s history within the Smithsonian Institution

Latest action: Thu Apr 03 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

House

Establishes an African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center focused on history education and commemoration

Latest action: Tue Feb 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act

Senate

Establishes a Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to recognize and preserve American Latino history and culture

Latest action: Thu Apr 03 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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James Earl Jones Congressional Gold Medal Act

House

Awards a Congressional Gold Medal in honor of James Earl Jones for his achievements and contributions

Latest action: Thu Mar 06 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Honoring the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural, social, and political movement in American history.

House

Honors the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance as a cultural social and political movement in American history

Latest action: Fri Feb 21 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Supporting the designation of March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month.

House

Expresses support for designating March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month to recognize CHamoru heritage and culture

Latest action: Mon Mar 03 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Expressing support for the designation of the first Saturday in May as "National Lowrider Day".

House

Expresses support for designating the first Saturday in May as National Lowrider Day to recognize lowrider culture

Latest action: Fri Dec 12 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

Senate

Establishes an African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center focused on memorial and educational purposes

Latest action: Tue Feb 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Celebrating the 324th anniversary of the city of Detroit's founding and impact on United States culture.

House

Recognizes the 324th anniversary of Detroit's founding and honors the city's impact on United States culture

Latest action: Fri Jul 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and the celebration's origins in Mobile, Alabama.

House

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile Alabama

Latest action: Tue Feb 10 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Expressing support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month.

House

Expresses support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month to recognize Iranian American heritage and contributions

Latest action: Mon Mar 24 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day.

House

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Korean American Day in recognition of Korean American heritage and contributions

Latest action: Tue Jan 13 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2025.

House

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2025 and honors those celebrating the Year of the Snake

Latest action: Tue Jan 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Expressing support for the designation of April 13, 2025, through April 26, 2025, as "National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week".

House

Expresses support for designating April 13, 2025, through April 26, 2025, as National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week

Latest action: Mon Apr 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the composition known as "Here Rests in Honored Glory" by Donald B. Miller as the national hymn of the United States.

House

Designates the composition "Here Rests in Honored Glory" by Donald B. Miller as the national hymn of the United States by amending title 36

Latest action: Thu Nov 20 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)