Congress One

H.Res. 1187 is a commemorative resolution that proposes designating the week of August 24 through August 28, 2026, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week." If passed, this resolution would formally recognize the contributions of community health workers, who act as liaisons between health care providers and the public to improve health outcomes. It serves as an official expression of support from the House of Representatives. This resolution does not create new laws, change federal regulations, or provide funding for health programs. It is a symbolic measure intended to raise public awareness and does not mandate any specific actions from the general public or government agencies.

H.Res. 1183 is a commemorative resolution that proposes designating the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week." The resolution aims to raise national awareness regarding maternal and reproductive health outcomes for Black women and birthing people in the United States. The bill serves as a formal recognition of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), the organization that founded the awareness week. It highlights the importance of addressing disparities in maternal mortality and morbidity rates. This resolution does not create new laws, change federal regulations, or provide direct funding for healthcare services. It is a symbolic measure intended to draw public attention to a specific health issue rather than a binding legislative mandate.

S.Res. 675 is a non-binding resolution that seeks to formally designate the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week." The resolution aims to raise national awareness regarding maternal and reproductive health disparities in the United States. Specifically, it highlights the need to address high rates of maternal mortality and health complications among Black women and birthing people. This resolution does not create new laws, change federal regulations, or provide funding for healthcare programs. It serves as an official statement of support from the Senate to bring attention to a specific public health issue.

The Public Health and Bio-Preparedness Workforce Loan Repayment Reauthorization Act of 2026 is a legislative proposal currently under review by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Because the full text of the bill has not yet been published, its specific provisions remain unknown. Based on its title, the bill likely aims to renew or extend an existing federal program that provides student loan repayment assistance to professionals working in public health and bio-preparedness fields. These programs typically incentivize individuals to pursue careers in areas critical to national health security, such as epidemiology or emergency response. This bill does not change existing laws until it is passed by Congress and signed into law. It does not provide information on specific eligibility requirements, funding levels, or the duration of the proposed reauthorization.

H.Res. 1171 is a commemorative resolution that proposes designating the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week." If passed, this resolution would formally recognize the contributions of home visiting programs, which provide support services to families and children in their homes. It serves as an official expression of congressional support for these programs. This resolution does not create new laws, change federal funding, or mandate any specific actions for citizens or government agencies. It is a symbolic measure intended to raise public awareness rather than a binding policy change.

H.J.Res. 125 is a resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act. It seeks to overturn a specific rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) titled "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act." If passed, this resolution would nullify the HHS rule, meaning the policy would no longer be in effect. The Administrative Procedure Act governs how federal agencies develop and issue regulations. Because the text of the HHS rule itself is not provided in the bill metadata, it is not possible to describe the specific changes the rule makes to agency procedures or how it impacts the public. This resolution is a procedural tool used by Congress to block executive branch regulations. It does not create new laws or change existing statutes outside of removing the specified HHS rule.

S.J.Res. 82 is a joint resolution that sought to use the Congressional Review Act to overturn a specific policy rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The rule in question is titled "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act." If the resolution had passed, it would have nullified this HHS policy, effectively preventing the agency from enforcing those specific internal guidelines. The resolution failed to pass the Senate in a 50-50 vote. This resolution does not change the underlying Administrative Procedure Act itself, nor does it directly alter healthcare benefits or services for the public. It is a procedural tool used by Congress to challenge how a federal agency interprets its own rulemaking requirements.

The Living Donor Protection Act of 2025 aims to remove barriers for individuals who choose to donate an organ. It prohibits life, disability, and long-term care insurance companies from denying coverage, canceling policies, or charging higher premiums solely because a person is a living organ donor. The bill also clarifies that time needed to recover from organ donation surgery qualifies as a "serious health condition" under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This ensures that eligible employees can take job-protected leave to donate an organ without the risk of losing their employment. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to update public educational materials to include information about the risks and benefits of donation, as well as how these new insurance protections work. It does not provide financial compensation for donors, nor does it mandate that insurance companies cover the medical costs of the donation procedure itself.

S.J.Res. 36 is a resolution that seeks to overturn a recent rule issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). If passed, this resolution would nullify the CFPB’s regulation that currently prevents medical debt from being included on consumer credit reports. The rule being challenged prohibits creditors and credit reporting agencies from using medical debt information when deciding whether a person is eligible for credit. If this resolution is enacted, the CFPB rule would be canceled, allowing medical debt to once again appear on credit reports and be considered by lenders. This resolution does not change the underlying laws regarding how medical debt is billed or collected by healthcare providers. It specifically addresses the regulatory authority of the CFPB to restrict the use of medical information in credit reporting.