Bills & Legislation

SHIELD Act

Sponsored by Dean, Madeleine (Democrat-PA-4) · House · Last action: May 7, 2026

This bill would authorize the U.S. government to impose economic sanctions against foreign individuals and companies that use forced labor or child labor in cobalt mining operations. Cobalt is a mineral critical to battery production for electronics and electric vehicles.

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.

Sponsored by Fitzpatrick, Brian K. (Republican-PA-1) · House · Last action: May 4, 2026

This is a resolution expressing the House of Representatives' position that public servants deserve recognition and commendation for their work serving the country. The resolution acknowledges their contributions to defending the Constitution, providing essential services, and supporting the economy, particularly during Public Service Recognition Week.

Valuing Employee Stock Today Act

Sponsored by Mackenzie, Ryan (Republican-PA-7) · House · Last action: May 4, 2026

This bill would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to give workers greater access to equity compensation (such as stock options or ownership stakes) from their employers. The specific provisions and implementation details are not included in the text provided, making a complete analysis impossible.

Unlock American Energy and Jobs Act of 2026

Sponsored by McCormick, David (Republican-PA) · Senate · Last action: Apr 30, 2026

This bill aims to streamline the federal permitting process for various projects. However, without the actual bill text provided, a specific summary cannot be generated.

Supporting Urban and Innovative Farming Act of 2026

Sponsored by Fetterman, John (Democrat-PA) · Senate · Last action: Apr 30, 2026

Competitive Prices Act.

Sponsored by Scanlon, Mary Gay (Democrat-PA-5) · House · Last action: Apr 30, 2026

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to temporarily suspend certain fuel excise taxes for fuel separated during periods in which the national average price of gasoline exceeds $3.99 per gallon, and to prohibit certain credits or deductions for oil and gas companies during such periods.

Sponsored by Boyle, Brendan F. (Democrat-PA-2) · House · Last action: Apr 30, 2026

Prediction Market Act of 2026

Sponsored by McCormick, David (Republican-PA) · Senate · Last action: Apr 30, 2026

This bill would modify federal regulations governing 'event contracts' under the Commodity Exchange Act, which oversees futures and derivatives markets. The specific changes are not detailed in the provided bill text excerpt.

To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to issue regulations to include strollers in the contract of carriage of air carriers and set a liability limit for damaged strollers, and for other purposes.

Sponsored by Mackenzie, Ryan (Republican-PA-7) · House · Last action: Apr 29, 2026

Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act

Sponsored by Fetterman, John (Democrat-PA) · Senate · Last action: Apr 29, 2026