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COLAs Don’t Count Act of 2026

The proposal would exclude cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) from being counted as income when determining eligibility for federal food assistance programs like SNAP (food stamps). This means that when people receive automatic benefit increases to keep up with inflation, those increases wouldn't reduce their food aid eligibility or benefits. The change would help low-income individuals and families maintain their nutrition assistance during periods of rising costs.

CONNECT Act

Without access to the specific legislative text, the CONNECT Act appears to address family-related policy based on its subjects. The bill has been referred to the House Ways and Means Committee, which typically handles tax and benefit programs, suggesting it may involve changes to tax credits, subsidies, or other financial support affecting families. To provide an accurate summary of what the bill would actually do, the specific provisions would need to be reviewed.

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit individuals to wear denim clothing on the floor of the House on the last Wednesday of April of each year.

Members of Congress would be allowed to wear denim jeans on the House floor once a year, specifically on the last Wednesday of April. Currently, House rules require formal business attire, so this change would create a single exception to that dress code requirement. The proposal is currently under review by the House Rules Committee.

Supporting the designation of April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day" and honoring survivors of sexual assault.

The proposal would officially recognize April 29, 2026, as "Denim Day," a day dedicated to raising awareness about sexual assault and honoring survivors. This symbolic designation aims to draw attention to the issue of sexual violence and support efforts to help survivors, with no direct impact on laws or government programs. The measure is currently being reviewed by congressional committees to determine whether it should move forward for a vote.

Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act

The legislation would expand protections and support services for pregnant women and new mothers experiencing domestic violence, including funding for specialized shelters, counseling, and safety planning tailored to their needs. It aims to help healthcare providers better identify and respond to abuse during pregnancy and postpartum care. The bill would affect pregnant women, new mothers, domestic violence organizations, and healthcare facilities that serve these populations.

Perinatal Workforce Act

This bill would increase funding and support for training programs that prepare doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers to care for pregnant women and newborns, addressing shortages in obstetric and neonatal care across the country. It aims to help more healthcare professionals specialize in perinatal medicine—the medical field focused on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care—particularly in rural and underserved areas where these specialists are scarce. The legislation would affect medical schools, nursing programs, and hospitals that train these healthcare workers, as well as pregnant women and families seeking quality maternity and newborn care.

Supporting the recognition of March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.

This resolution would officially recognize March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" to honor the historical and ongoing contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health care in the United States. The measure acknowledges the important role these healthcare providers have played in serving communities and improving birth outcomes, particularly in underserved areas. While symbolic rather than creating new laws or programs, the recognition aims to highlight the value and legacy of Black midwives in American healthcare.

School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act

School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act This bill provides certain resources to increase the number of social workers in elementary and secondary schools. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Education to award grants to high-need local educational agencies to retain or hire school social workers. The bill also establishes a national technical assistance center for school social work to, among other duties, develop strategies for improving the effectiveness of the school social work workforce.

Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning March 2, 2026, as "School Social Work Week".

This resolution would officially recognize the week of March 2, 2026, as "School Social Work Week" to honor and raise awareness about the important work school social workers do in supporting students' mental health, academic success, and overall well-being. The designation would highlight the role these professionals play in helping students deal with personal challenges, family issues, and other obstacles to learning. While symbolic rather than creating new programs or funding, the recognition aims to draw public attention to the value of school social workers in the education system.

Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act of 2026

This bill would change tax and investment rules affecting Native American tribes and their members, likely aiming to give tribes more control over their own finances and economic development. The proposal has been sent to two congressional committees—one handling taxes and one handling education and labor issues—suggesting it may affect both how tribes are taxed and how they manage workforce or educational programs. The exact details of what changes would be made are still being determined as the committees review the proposal.

Expressing support for designation of the month of February 2026 as "National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month".

This resolution supports the designation of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2026

The bill aims to improve mental health services and support, likely by expanding access to mental health care, increasing funding for mental health programs, or strengthening mental health protections for vulnerable populations. The legislation would affect patients seeking mental health treatment, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and potentially schools and employers. The bill is currently being reviewed by multiple congressional committees to determine how its various provisions fit within their areas of responsibility.

Maintain Access to Vital Social Security Services Act of 2026

This bill would require the Social Security Administration to maintain adequate staffing and office locations to ensure people can access benefits and services without excessive delays or closures. It aims to protect seniors, disabled individuals, and families who rely on Social Security by preventing the agency from reducing staff or closing local offices in ways that would make it harder for people to apply for benefits, resolve problems, or get help with their claims.

PNA Modernization Act

Personal Needs Allowance Modernization Act or the PNA Modernization Act This bill increases the minimum monthly personal needs allowance under Medicaid for an institutionalized individual and couple from $30 to $60 and from $60 to $120, respectively. (The personal needs allowance is deducted from an individual's total income when determining the individual's contribution to the cost of institutionalized care under Medicaid.)

Social Security Enhancement and Protection Act of 2025

Social Security Enhancement and Protection Act of 2025 This bill increases certain Social Security benefits, expands Social Security payroll taxes, and makes other changes to the Social Security program. Under current law, Social Security has a taxable maximum , which refers to the maximum amount of a worker's earnings that are subject to Social Security payroll taxes (set at $176,100 in 2025). Additionally, the taxable maximum serves as the maximum amount of earnings used to calculate a worker's Social Security benefits. This bill phases out the taxable maximum so as to apply payroll taxes to all earnings by 2035, and it revises the method used to calculate a worker’s Social Security benefits to account for earnings in excess of the taxable maximum. The bill also gradually increases the Social Security payroll tax applicable to workers and employers from 6.2% to 6.5% over six years. Other changes to benefits include establishing a new method to calculate benefits for lifetime low earners and increasing benefits for certain beneficiaries on account of long-term eligibility. In addition, an eligible child of a retired, disabled, or deceased worker may continue to receive benefits through age 26, provided the child is a full-time student in postsecondary school. An increase in Social Security benefits under these provisions may not be treated as income for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits, or the amount of any benefits, under a federal program or a state or local program financed with federal funds.

WRCR Act of 2025

Without access to the full bill text, the WRCR Act of 2025 appears to address taxation policy, though the specific provisions are unclear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the House Ways and Means Committee, it likely proposes changes to federal tax law that could affect individuals, businesses, or both. To understand exactly who would benefit or face new obligations under this proposal, the detailed bill language would need to be reviewed.

Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning March 2, 2025, as "School Social Work Week".

This resolution supports the designation of School Social Work Week.

Expressing support for designation of the month of February 2025 as "National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month".

This resolution supports the designation of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.