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The Stop the Scroll Act (S. 1885) is a proposed law introduced in the U.S. Senate on May 22, 2025, by Senator Katie Boyd Britt (R-AL). The bill aims to address mental health concerns associated with social media use by requiring platforms to display prominent mental health warning labels to users in the United States. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in collaboration with the Surgeon General, would develop and enforce regulations for these labels within 180 days of the bill's enactment. The warning labels would appear each time a user accesses a covered platform, cannot be hidden or disabled, and must direct users to mental health resources like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Platforms would have one year after enactment to comply with these requirements. The FTC and state attorneys general would have enforcement authority, with potential civil penalties for violations. The regulations would be reviewed and updated every five years to reflect changes in technology and medical science. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. If enacted, it would affect major platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and Twitter, requiring them to implement the warning label system for all U.S.-based users.

The Alex Gate Safety Act of 2025 is a proposed law that aims to make large gates, such as those used for vehicles at homes, schools, and businesses, safer to prevent accidents like falling or crushing incidents. The bill directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to establish safety standards for these gates based on existing industry guidelines. Additionally, it mandates a national education campaign to inform manufacturers, installers, building inspectors, and gate owners about safe design, installation, and maintenance practices.

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 aims to update Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations to better support pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health conditions. The bill seeks to normalize seeking mental health help among aviation professionals by revising medical rules, funding examiner training, and launching public information campaigns to reduce stigma. It also sets timelines and reporting requirements to improve trust and safety in aviation.

H.Res. 1229 is a resolution to officially designate April 2026 as 'National Native Plant Month' in the United States. The bill aims to raise awareness about the importance of native plants and their role in ecosystems, promoting conservation efforts and education regarding biodiversity.

The Correcting Lapsed Enforcement in Antitrust Norms for Mergers Act (S. 4434) is a bill introduced in the U.S. Senate on April 29, 2026, by Senator Cory Booker, with co-sponsors Senators Elizabeth Warren, Martin Heinrich, Christopher Murphy, and Mazie Hirono. The bill aims to amend the Clayton Act to strengthen antitrust enforcement by mandating the divestiture of certain transactions that may reduce competition. Specifically, it seeks to address and reverse mergers or acquisitions that have led to decreased market competition, ensuring that such transactions do not harm consumers or the economy.

The bill S. 4430, known as the White House Safety and Security Act of 2026, authorizes $400 million for the East Wing Modernization Project at the White House. This funding will be used for design and construction of a secure State Ballroom and a visitor screening facility, among other security-related improvements. The funds will be available until January 20, 2029. Additionally, the bill extends certain customs user fees until March 31, 2032.

The Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act aims to enhance veterinary services in tribal areas to tackle diseases that can spread between animals and humans. The bill allows the Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, to use funds for preventing and controlling these diseases in areas where they are common. It also permits the deployment of veterinary public health officers to these areas. The bill mandates regular reporting to Congress on the use of these funds and the activities undertaken. Additionally, the Indian Health Service is included in a national framework to address zoonotic diseases. The bill also requires the Department of Agriculture to study the effectiveness of oral rabies vaccines for wildlife that might transmit rabies to people in Arctic tribal regions.

The Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025 updates the existing water rights agreement between the Crow Tribe of Montana and the state of Montana. This bill modifies the 2010 settlement that allowed for water projects on the Crow Reservation. The amendments include changing references from a singular MR&I System to multiple MR&I Projects, creating specific accounts for funding the rehabilitation of the Crow Irrigation Project and other water infrastructure projects, and extending the Crow Tribe's exclusive rights to build hydropower facilities on the Yellowtail Afterbay Dam until 2030.

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of the Interior provide financial compensation to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community in Michigan. This compensation is intended to resolve the community's land claims and to clear the titles to these lands. The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community can use the funds for any legal purpose, but they are prohibited from using them to acquire land for gaming activities.

The bill S. 546 makes a technical correction to the existing Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025. It allows certain interest payments to be deposited into the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes Water Rights Development Fund, which was originally established in 2009 as part of a water rights settlement agreement for the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation.

The ARCA Act of 2025, designated as S. 1591, likely pertains to legislation involving the Accelerating Research and Community Access (ARCA) initiative. While specific details are unavailable, the bill may aim to enhance research capabilities and improve community access to scientific or technological advancements. This could involve funding for research institutions, initiatives to bridge gaps between research and practical application, or programs to ensure equitable access to new technologies or findings.

The Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2025 mandates the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect and report information on federal projects that are significantly delayed or over budget. Specifically, federal agencies must report on projects that are over five years late or have exceeded their budget by at least $1 billion. The report should include details like project descriptions, changes in scope, timeline updates, cost estimates, reasons for delays or cost increases, and any bonuses awarded. The OMB must compile this information into an annual report for Congress and make it publicly available on their website.

The H.R. 8170: MATCH Act likely pertains to legislation involving a 'matching' mechanism or program. This could involve matching funds, resources, or efforts between different entities such as federal and state governments, public and private sectors, or other partnerships. Without an official summary, the specific details and objectives of the bill remain unclear.

The Export Dispute Resolution Act (H.R. 7962) changes how export license application disputes are resolved in the United States. Specifically, it requires the Operating Committee for Export Policy, which is part of the Department of Commerce, to resolve these disputes through a majority vote. This includes disputes related to countries under U.S. arms embargoes. If the committee cannot reach a majority decision, the chairperson is authorized to make the final decision.

H.R. 8202 is a bill that proposes an amendment to the Export Control Reform Act of 2018. The main focus of this amendment is to establish a ten-year statute of limitations for violations related to export controls. This means that legal action can be taken against individuals or entities for export control violations for up to ten years after the violation has occurred.

The Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act (H.R. 5366) aims to extend federal tax relief measures for individuals affected by disasters. It allows people to deduct personal casualty losses from their taxes if these losses occur in areas declared as major disaster zones. The bill extends the eligibility period for these deductions to include incidents starting from December 28, 2019, to December 31, 2026. It also ensures that wildfire relief payments received due to forest or range fires declared as federal disasters can be excluded from taxable income for incidents declared after 2014 and before 2027.

The Clergy Act (H.R. 227) allows certain clergy members and Christian Science practitioners a two-year period to revoke their exemption from paying Social Security and Medicare taxes on their ministerial earnings. Previously, once these individuals opted out of these taxes due to religious or conscientious objections, the decision was permanent, meaning they also forfeited future Social Security or Medicare benefits unless they had other qualifying work credits. The bill mandates the IRS to create a plan to inform eligible individuals about their new option to revoke prior exemptions.

The BARCODE Efficiency Act (H.R. 6956) mandates the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to implement barcode and optical character recognition technology to digitize certain federal tax return information and correspondence. This includes requiring a scannable barcode on electronically-prepared tax returns that are printed and filed on paper. The IRS must use this technology to convert paper tax returns into electronic format. However, if these technologies are slower or less reliable than current methods, the IRS is not required to use them, provided they report this decision to Congress.

The New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act (H.R. 6431) aims to enhance the Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) program. This program provides financial support to individuals who are eligible for unemployment benefits and are working on starting their own business. The bill increases the cap on participants from 5% to 10% of those receiving unemployment benefits in a state. It also removes the requirement that participants must be likely to exhaust their unemployment benefits, thereby broadening eligibility. Participants must certify weekly that they are working full-time on their business. Additionally, the bill allows participation in SEA activities through state-approved business plans and market studies, alongside existing options like entrepreneurial training and business counseling.

The IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act aims to enhance the protections and processes for whistleblowers who report tax-related misconduct. It changes how whistleblower awards are reviewed by the Tax Court, allowing for a more comprehensive review process. The bill also permits whistleblowers to remain anonymous in court unless public interest demands disclosure of their identity. Additionally, it mandates the IRS to include a list of major tax avoidance schemes reported by whistleblowers in their reports and requires the IRS to pay interest on delayed whistleblower awards. Furthermore, it allows whistleblowers to deduct attorney fees from their taxable income regardless of the type of award received.

The Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act (H.R. 2347) aims to change how certain legal settlements are taxed for survivors of sexual acts or sexual contact. Under current law, only damages related to physical injuries with visible harm are tax-exempt. This bill allows damages from sexual acts or contact to be excluded from taxable income, even if there are no visible injuries. It also shifts the burden of proof to the IRS to prove that such damages should be taxed, rather than the recipient having to prove they are tax-exempt. The IRS is also required to increase public awareness about this tax exclusion.

H.R. 4930 is a bill that aims to enhance the ability of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to share information about potential intellectual property rights violations in trade. It allows CBP to share more detailed information with trademark or copyright owners and other relevant parties when there is a reasonable suspicion of a violation. The bill broadens the definition of who can assist CBP and what information can be shared, including images and details of packaging materials. It also permits sharing nonpublic information about the merchandise from various market platforms and logistics operators.

The Ensuring Children Receive Support Act, or H.R. 6903, requires the U.S. Department of State to revoke the passports of individuals who owe more than $2,500 in child support payments. Under current law, the State Department can refuse to issue a passport to these individuals and may revoke an existing passport. This bill mandates the revocation of existing passports in such cases. It also allows for the issuance of a limited-duration passport solely for the purpose of returning to the United States.

The Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act (H.R. 6495) aims to enhance the notification process the IRS must follow when seeking information from third parties about a taxpayer's federal tax liability. Currently, the IRS must inform taxpayers 45 days before contacting a third party but does not have to disclose what specific information it seeks. This bill mandates that the IRS specify the information it wants from a third party, provided the taxpayer can reasonably supply it and the IRS hasn't asked for it before. The taxpayer must also be given at least 45 days to respond before the IRS proceeds to contact the third party, with the possibility of requesting more time if necessary.