Erin Houchin

Campus Lifeline Act of 2026

The proposal would strengthen federal programs designed to prevent and intervene in youth suicide through improved training, awareness, and mental health services for young people. It would affect schools, mental health providers, and communities by expanding access to suicide prevention resources and support for at-risk teenagers and young adults. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

This resolution allows the House of Representatives to elect members to fill vacancies or make changes on its standing committees, which are the permanent panels that handle specific policy areas like healthcare, defense, and taxes. The resolution has already passed the House and is now finalized, meaning the chamber can proceed with assigning representatives to these committee positions.

Student Protection and Success Act

The bill aims to improve student safety and academic outcomes, though the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information. Based on its title and education focus, it likely addresses issues such as school safety measures, student support services, or academic performance standards. The proposal is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Education and Workforce to determine what changes, if any, should be made before a vote.

Science of Reading Act of 2026

This bill would require schools to teach reading using methods backed by scientific research, particularly phonics-based approaches that help students understand how letters connect to sounds. The legislation aims to improve reading instruction for elementary students and would likely affect how teachers are trained and what materials schools use in classrooms. Schools receiving federal education funding would need to align their reading programs with these evidence-based practices.

POINTS Act of 2026

Without access to the bill's specific text or detailed provisions, this legislation appears to address health policy matters and has been sent to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for review. The bill's actual impact on patients, healthcare providers, or the health system will depend on its specific provisions, which are not yet publicly detailed in the summary information available.

The Dalilah Law

The bill's vague title makes it difficult to determine its specific provisions without additional details, but based on its referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, it likely addresses immigration policy as it relates to border security, transportation of migrants, or infrastructure at ports of entry. The bill would probably affect immigrants, border communities, transportation companies, and federal agencies responsible for immigration enforcement.

Affordable HOMES Act

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act or the Affordable HOMES Act This bill rescinds Department of Energy (DOE) energy efficiency regulations applicable to manufactured housing and eliminates DOE’s authority to issue similar regulations. Specifically, the bill rescinds the DOE final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Manufactured Housing and published on May 31, 2022. Under the bill, DOE may provide recommendations to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for revisions to energy conservation standards applicable to manufactured housing. These recommendations must comply with criteria established by the bill, including by being based on the determination of the cost-effectiveness of such revision.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to revise the definition of showerhead; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to revise the definition of showerhead; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

SAFE BOTs Act

The SAFE BOTs Act would establish rules for how companies can use automated bots and artificial intelligence in online commerce to ensure they operate transparently and don't unfairly manipulate consumers or markets. The law would likely require businesses to disclose when they're using bots for activities like buying products, posting reviews, or interacting with customers, and would prohibit deceptive practices that harm shoppers or legitimate sellers. This affects e-commerce companies, retailers, and online consumers who encounter automated systems in their shopping experiences.

AWARE Act

I don't have enough information about this specific bill to write an accurate summary. The title "AWARE Act" and subject area of "Commerce" are too general to determine what the bill actually does or who it affects. To provide a meaningful summary, I would need to know the bill's specific provisions, such as whether it addresses consumer protection, business regulations, trade, or another commerce-related issue.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk; and for other purposes.

This is a procedural measure that sets the rules for Congress to debate and vote on a bill that would fund federal government operations through fiscal year 2026, as well as a separate resolution honoring Charles "Charlie" James Kirk. The motion allows the House to move forward with considering these measures under specific debate and amendment procedures.

CABLE Competition Act

Consumer Access to Broadband for Local Economies and Competition Act or the CABLE Competition Act This bill prohibits state and local cable franchising authorities from precluding certain transactions involving the sale or transfer of a cable franchise. Providers of cable television service (cable operators) must generally obtain authorization (known as a franchise) from a state or local franchising authority in order to offer cable service in a given area. Under current law, a franchising authority may require a cable operator to obtain the authority’s approval before selling or transferring a franchise. Under the bill, a franchising authority may not preclude a cable operator from selling or transferring a franchise to a new owner who agrees to accept all terms applicable to the cable operator at the time of the transaction. However, a franchising authority may require a cable operator to notify the authority at least 15 days before such a transaction. The bill takes effect six months after it is enacted. Its provisions generally apply to franchises that (1) are granted on or after the effective date, or (2) were granted before the effective date and were in effect or operational on that date.

Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025

Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a process to vet applicants for certain funding programs that support affordable broadband deployment in high-cost areas, including rural communities. Specifically, the FCC must conduct a rulemaking to develop a vetting process for applicants seeking funding under high-cost universal service programs for the deployment of a broadband-capable network and the provision of supported services over the network. The FCC must require applications for such funding to document each applicant’s technical, financial, and operational capabilities related to the proposed deployment, as well as a reasonable business plan. The FCC must evaluate applications against reasonable and well-established standards and must consider each applicant’s history of compliance with the requirements of other government broadband funding programs. After the rulemaking is finalized, funds may only be awarded to applicants that satisfy the standards established therein. Finally, the FCC must set financial penalties for applicants that default in some manner during the evaluation process before they are authorized to begin receiving support.

Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2025

Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2025 This bill establishes freedom of association protections for college students in single-sex social organizations. Specifically, the bill gives students (or groups of students) enrolled at institutions of higher education (IHEs) the right to form or join social organizations, including single-sex social organizations. Additionally, the bill prohibits IHEs that participate in federal student aid programs from taking adverse actions against single-sex social organizations or students who are members or prospective members of such organizations based solely on the practice of limiting membership to only individuals of one sex; taking actions that require or coerce members or prospective members of such organizations to waive protections provided under the bill, including as a condition of enrolling in the IHE; or imposing a recruitment restriction on a single-sex social organization that is not imposed upon other student organizations, unless the organization and IHE have entered into a written agreement allowing the restriction.

Foster Care Tax Credit Act

This bill would allow families who foster children to claim a tax credit, reducing the amount of federal income tax they owe each year. The credit is designed to help offset the costs of caring for foster children, such as food, clothing, and other expenses. Foster families and the children in their care would be the primary beneficiaries of this tax break.

College Employment Accountability Act

This bill would establish accountability measures for how colleges and universities hire, promote, and compensate their employees, likely including requirements for transparency in hiring practices and protections against discrimination. The legislation would affect college administrators, faculty, and staff by potentially requiring institutions to report employment data and follow specific hiring standards. The bill has been sent to two committees for review to determine which parts fall under education policy versus labor law.

Retirement Proxy Protection Act

The proposal would prevent companies from using proxy voting systems to influence how workers' retirement savings are invested, protecting employees' ability to make independent investment decisions with their pension and 401(k) funds. It affects workers with retirement accounts, employers who manage retirement plans, and investment firms that handle proxy voting on behalf of these accounts. The bill aims to ensure that workers—not their employers or financial institutions—have control over how their retirement money votes on corporate matters.