Lateefah Simon

Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026

The government would study and evaluate how well current cybersecurity help programs work for small businesses, looking at what assistance is available and whether it's actually reaching the companies that need it. This would help lawmakers understand if small business owners have adequate support to protect their data and systems from hackers and cyber attacks. The findings would guide future decisions about what cybersecurity resources and training small businesses should receive.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that small business owners seeking financing have fundamental rights, including transparent pricing and terms, competitive products, responsible underwriting, fair treatment from financing providers, brokers, and lead generators, inclusive credit access, and fair collection practices.

This resolution expresses the House's view that small business owners deserve certain protections when seeking loans or financing, such as clear pricing information, fair credit decisions based on their actual ability to repay, and honest treatment from lenders and brokers. It calls for financing providers to offer competitive products, treat all business owners fairly regardless of background, and use reasonable collection practices if payments are missed. The resolution does not create new laws but signals that Congress believes small business financing should operate with greater transparency and fairness.

Crime Survivor Support and Stability Act of 2026

The bill would provide financial assistance and support services to people who have survived crimes, helping them cover expenses related to their recovery and stabilization. It likely includes funding for counseling, emergency assistance, and other resources to help crime survivors rebuild their lives after experiencing violence or victimization. The proposal is currently being reviewed by committees that handle both criminal justice matters and tax/budget issues.

Same-Day Paratransit Innovation Act

This bill would likely make it easier for people with disabilities to use paratransit services—specialized transportation for those who can't use regular buses or trains—by allowing them to request and receive rides on the same day instead of having to book days in advance. The change would help disabled individuals access jobs, medical appointments, and other activities more flexibly, though it could increase costs and scheduling challenges for transit agencies that operate these services.

Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act of 2026

This bill would require federal transportation agencies to involve local communities more directly in planning public transit projects, ensuring that neighborhoods have a real say in how bus routes, train lines, and other transit systems are designed. The legislation aims to make sure that transit planning considers the needs of residents, workers, and businesses in the areas affected by these projects, rather than decisions being made solely by government officials or planners. Communities across the country—especially those that have been historically left out of these decisions—would have better opportunities to shape transportation improvements in their regions.

RIDER Safety Act

The legislation would establish new safety standards and requirements for motorcycle riders and motorcycle operators on public roads. It aims to reduce injuries and fatalities among riders by potentially mandating safety equipment, training programs, or licensing requirements. The bill would affect motorcycle riders, manufacturers, and state transportation agencies responsible for enforcing road safety rules.

Disability and Age in Jury Service Nondiscrimination Act

This bill would prevent courts from dismissing potential jurors simply because they are disabled or elderly, making it illegal to exclude people from jury duty based solely on age or disability status. Currently, lawyers can remove jurors for almost any reason during jury selection, which often results in disabled and older people being excluded from serving. The law would ensure that people with disabilities and seniors have equal opportunity to participate in the justice system as jurors.