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SERVICE for America Act

End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2026

Recognizing that for 55 years, the Republic of Fiji has worked with the United States toward stability, prosperity, and peace in the Pacific and beyond, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States will continue to remain a strong, reliable, and active partner in the Pacific.

This resolution celebrates 55 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Fiji, commends the nation on its free and fair elections, and encourages this democratic trend into the future. The resolution also expresses support for continued cooperation between the United States and Fiji in areas of mutual interest, including fisheries and marine resource conservation, environmental challenges and resilience, and global health. Lastly, this resolution recognizes Fiji’s participation in multinational security forces and multilateral institutions, including the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, the World Trade Organization, and the World Bank.

Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act

The proposal would change how the State Department and other federal agencies handle layoffs of Foreign Service officers and related employees, modifying the current rules that govern when and how these workers can be let go. This affects diplomats and career government employees who work in international affairs, potentially giving agencies more flexibility in managing their workforce during budget cuts or restructuring. The bill is currently being reviewed by committees in Congress to determine whether these changes are appropriate.

Reproductive Health Care Training Act of 2026

The proposal would create a federal education program to train more doctors and healthcare providers in abortion procedures and expand access to abortion care training at medical schools and residency programs. It would affect medical students, doctors in training, and healthcare institutions by providing resources and support for abortion-related medical education. The goal is to increase the number of healthcare professionals qualified to provide abortion services.

US-Japan-ROK Trilateral Cooperation Act

US-Japan-ROK Trilateral Cooperation Act This bill requires the Department of State to seek to enter negotiations with the governments of Japan and South Korea with the goal of establishing regular trilateral meetings (referred to as the US-Japan-ROK Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue ) to facilitate closer cooperation on shared interests and values. The bill sets forth membership requirements for a group representing the United States in such meetings. The group must be composed of not more than eight Members of Congress appointed by congressional leaders to serve for a term of two years. The bill also sets forth guidance and requirements for meeting frequency and location, group leadership, gifts and donations, expenditures, and reports.

Supporting the designation the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week".

The proposal would officially recognize the week of May 10-16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week" to celebrate and honor the contributions and culture of Taiwanese Americans. This designation is largely symbolic and would encourage communities, schools, and organizations to acknowledge Taiwanese American history and heritage during that week. The measure has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office".

To require the Secretary of State to submit a report on participation in educational and cultural exchange programs.

The government would be required to study and report on how many people from the United States and other countries participate in educational and cultural exchange programs, and what outcomes result from these programs. This would help Congress understand whether these international exchange initiatives are working effectively to build relationships and understanding between nations. The report would likely examine participation rates, program costs, and benefits for students, educators, and cultural professionals involved in these exchanges.

Breakfast After the Bell Act of 2026

This bill would expand federal funding and support for school breakfast programs, making it easier for schools to serve free or reduced-price breakfasts to students throughout the day rather than just during traditional morning hours. The goal is to help more low-income students get nutritious meals before school starts, which research suggests improves attendance and academic performance. Schools and food service workers would benefit from increased resources, while students—particularly those from families struggling financially—would have better access to breakfast.

Expressing support for the annual designation of the first Saturday after the Spring Equinox as ''National Day of Play''.

This resolution would officially recognize the first Saturday after the Spring Equinox each year as "National Day of Play," encouraging Americans to set aside time for physical activity and recreation. The designation aims to promote public health and wellness by highlighting the importance of play and exercise, particularly for children and families. While symbolic rather than creating new laws or programs, it would give the nation an official day to celebrate the benefits of active play.

Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2026

Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2026 This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to study access to general surgeons by underserved populations. Specifically, HRSA must study (1) whether the health professional shortage area designation under the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) program accurately assesses adequacy of access to general surgeons, (2) whether another measure would be more accurate, and (3) potential methodologies for designating general surgery shortage areas. (The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers who agree to work in areas that HRSA designates as having a shortage of those particular types of providers.) HRSA must also publish data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, and rural areas. On the basis of its study, HRSA may establish a methodology for designating general surgery shortage areas and make such designations. If any designations are made, HRSA must publish a list of general surgery shortage areas.

United States Foreign Service Commemorative Coin Act

The government would create and sell special commemorative coins honoring the United States Foreign Service, with proceeds going toward supporting Foreign Service organizations and educational programs. These coins would be produced in limited quantities by the U.S. Mint and sold to collectors and the public at a premium price above their face value. The bill affects coin collectors, history enthusiasts, and the Foreign Service community, which would benefit from the revenue generated.

U.S. Diplomatic Posture Review Act of 2025

The legislation would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive review of how the United States conducts diplomacy around the world and report its findings to Congress. The review would examine current diplomatic strategies, staffing, resources, and relationships with other countries to identify what's working and what might need to change. This affects how American diplomats operate overseas and could influence U.S. foreign policy priorities and international relationships.

Minerals Security Partnership Authorization Act

Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now Act

The legislation would establish a coordinated international effort to combat Alzheimer's disease and other dementias by promoting research collaboration, sharing medical data across countries, and supporting developing nations in building their dementia care capacity. It would affect researchers, healthcare providers, patients with Alzheimer's and their families, and public health agencies both in the United States and abroad. The bill aims to accelerate the discovery of treatments and improve care standards globally by breaking down barriers to international cooperation on this growing health challenge.

Recognizing the importance of California's public higher education systems and reaffirming the United States' commitment to supporting these institutions.

This resolution expresses support for California's public higher education systems and commends their impacts on California's economy and underserved communities.

HERO Act

Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act or the HERO Act This bill establishes a series of programs relating to the behavioral health of law enforcement officers, first responders, 9-1-1 operators, and other public safety officers and health care providers. The programs include a public safety officer suicide-reporting system at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a grant program for peer-support behavioral health and wellness programs within fire departments and emergency medical services agencies, and a grant program for behavioral health and wellness programs for health care providers.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China for its harassment and efforts to intimidate American citizens and other individuals on United States soil with the goal of suppressing speech and narratives the People's Republic of China finds unwelcome.

This resolution condemns China's efforts to suppress free speech, assembly, and academic freedom in the United States and reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending the rights of individuals to express themselves freely both domestically and globally. The resolution also calls on U.S. federal and local law enforcement agencies to take swift action against China's attempts to extend its intolerance of dissent into the United States.