Bills & Legislation

6PPD Task Force Act

Sponsored by Merkley, Jeff (Democrat-OR) · Senate · Last action: Apr 16, 2026

This bill creates a federal task force to study and address the harmful effects of 6PPD, a chemical used in tire manufacturing, and its breakdown product 6PPD-Q on coho salmon and the environment. The bill also promotes research and funding for safer alternatives to 6PPD.

Modernization of Derivatives Tax Act of 2026

Sponsored by Wyden, Ron (Democrat-OR) · Senate · Last action: Apr 16, 2026

This bill would update federal tax rules for financial derivatives (complex investment contracts whose value depends on underlying assets) and related investments. The specific changes are not detailed in the provided bill text, making a complete assessment impossible.

Supporting VA Families Act

Sponsored by Bynum, Janelle S. (Democrat-OR-5) · House · Last action: Apr 15, 2026

Honoring the 2026 Olympians and Paralympians from Oregon.

Sponsored by Dexter, Maxine (Democrat-OR-3) · House · Last action: Apr 14, 2026

This bill honors Oregon athletes who will compete in the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It is a ceremonial measure that recognizes their achievements and represents the state's support for these competitors.

GRATS Act

Sponsored by Wyden, Ron (Democrat-OR) · Senate · Last action: Apr 14, 2026

A resolution honoring the 2026 Olympians and Paralympians from Oregon.

Sponsored by Wyden, Ron (Democrat-OR) · Senate · Last action: Apr 14, 2026

Senior Hunger Prevention Act of 2026

Sponsored by Bonamici, Suzanne (Democrat-OR-1) · House · Last action: Apr 14, 2026

PPLI Abuse Act

Sponsored by Wyden, Ron (Democrat-OR) · Senate · Last action: Apr 13, 2026

Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act

Sponsored by Salinas, Andrea (Democrat-OR-6) · House · Last action: Apr 9, 2026

I cannot provide an analysis because the bill text was not included in your request—only the title 'Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act' was provided. To deliver an accurate, nonpartisan summary, I would need the complete legislative text detailing the bill's purposes, provisions, funding mechanisms, and requirements.

Expressing support for the designation of the weeks of March 29, 2026, through April 11, 2026, as National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week.

Sponsored by Bonamici, Suzanne (Democrat-OR-1) · House · Last action: Apr 2, 2026

This bill expresses congressional support for designating March 29 - April 11, 2026, as National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week. The designation is symbolic and does not create new programs or funding.