Rashida Tlaib

Ending child poverty.

The proposal aims to reduce the number of children living in poverty through various support mechanisms, likely including expanded assistance programs, tax credits, or increased funding for services that help low-income families. It would affect millions of children and their families across the country who struggle to afford basic necessities like food, housing, and healthcare. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to determine its feasibility and potential impact.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must act urgently to end the political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt the corporate subsidies and tax advantages that fortify their power, and reinvest in the needs of the American people to defend democracy from authoritarianism.

This is a non-binding resolution expressing the House's view that the federal government should reduce the wealth and political influence of billionaires by eliminating corporate tax breaks and subsidies, then use that money to fund programs that benefit ordinary Americans and strengthen democratic institutions. The resolution doesn't create any new laws or require specific actions, but rather states a position that Congress believes addressing billionaire wealth concentration is important for protecting democracy. It has been referred to multiple committees for review, including those handling taxes, financial services, and government operations.

Recognizing the ongoing Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights.

This resolution acknowledges the Nakba, the displacement of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict, and calls for recognition of Palestinian refugees' rights. The measure affects U.S. foreign policy positions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and could influence how the government addresses Palestinian refugee issues in international forums and aid discussions. The resolution is currently under review by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Recognizing the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Postpartum Awareness Week for Communities of Color".

The government would officially recognize the week of May 3-9, 2026, as "National Postpartum Awareness Week for Communities of Color" to highlight health challenges that affect mothers of color after childbirth. This designation aims to raise awareness about postpartum complications, mental health issues, and maternal mortality rates that disproportionately impact Black, Hispanic, and other communities of color. The recognition would encourage healthcare providers, organizations, and the public to focus attention on improving postpartum care and support for these communities.

Make DTE Pay Act

This bill would increase financial penalties for investor-owned electric and gas utility companies that raise their rates within two years before or after being penalized under the Clean Air Act for air pollution violations. The enhanced penalties aim to discourage utilities from passing the costs of environmental violations onto their customers through rate increases. This would affect utility companies and their customers who pay for electricity and natural gas.

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2022-01: Medical Debt Collection and Consumer Reporting Requirements in Connection with the No Surprises Act".

Congress would reject a decision by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw guidance it had issued about how debt collectors and credit reporting companies must handle medical bills under federal surprise billing protections. The rejection would force the agency to keep the original guidance in place, preventing debt collectors from using certain aggressive collection tactics on medical debts and requiring fairer treatment of patients on credit reports. This affects patients with medical debt, debt collection companies, and credit reporting agencies.

Unhoused Persons Bill of Rights

This resolution expresses Congress's commitment to eliminating homelessness by 2029 and protecting the rights of unhoused people, including access to housing, healthcare, jobs, education, and public spaces without discrimination or harassment from police or businesses. It calls for ensuring unhoused individuals have equal access to legal help, social services, voting rights, and internet access. The proposal has been sent to multiple House committees for review, including those handling financial services, healthcare, labor, and agriculture.

To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or renewing, any contract or intergovernmental service agreement to establish or operate any new immigration detention model, including the use of warehouses, modular facilities, soft-sided structures, tent systems, and processing centers.

The government would be banned from creating or using new types of immigration detention facilities, including warehouse conversions, temporary structures, tents, and processing centers. This would prevent the Department of Homeland Security from signing new contracts or agreements to build or operate these alternative detention models, though it wouldn't affect existing facilities already in use. The change would affect how immigration authorities house people in custody while their cases are processed.

Expressing support for the recognition of April as "National Arab American Heritage Month" (NAAHM) and celebrating the heritage and culture of Arab Americans in the United States.

This resolution would officially recognize April as National Arab American Heritage Month, allowing the federal government to celebrate and honor the contributions, history, and culture of Arab Americans across the country. The measure is largely symbolic and doesn't create new laws or programs, but it gives formal recognition to Arab American communities and their place in American society. It affects Arab Americans and anyone interested in learning about this group's heritage and achievements.

Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.

Water Access and Affordability Act

The bill would create a federal assistance program to help low-income households afford their water bills and water system improvements, similar to existing programs that help people pay for electricity and heating. This would affect millions of families struggling with water costs and could also fund upgrades to aging water infrastructure in poor communities. The proposal is being reviewed by multiple congressional committees that handle infrastructure, energy, taxes, and government spending.

Standing with the people of Lebanon against the illegal invasion, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing perpetrated by the State of Israel.

This resolution expresses congressional opposition to Israeli military actions in Lebanon, characterizing them as illegal invasion, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing. The measure has been referred to the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees for review, though it does not propose any specific legislation or policy changes. The resolution reflects a particular political stance on the Israeli-Lebanese conflict and would serve primarily as a statement of congressional sentiment rather than a binding law.

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon that have not been authorized by Congress.

This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from combat operations in Lebanon unless Congress votes to authorize their continued presence there. It invokes the War Powers Resolution, a law that limits how long the President can keep troops in military action without getting approval from Congress first. The measure would affect military personnel currently involved in operations in Lebanon and reflects disagreement over whether the current military involvement there has proper congressional backing.

Daniel Ellsberg Press Freedom and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2026

This bill would strengthen legal protections for journalists and government whistleblowers who expose wrongdoing, making it harder for the government to prosecute them under espionage laws. It aims to balance national security concerns with the public's right to know about government activities, particularly protecting people who leak information to the press about illegal or unethical government conduct. The changes would affect how federal prosecutors can charge journalists and whistleblowers, and would give courts more flexibility in considering the public interest when evaluating these cases.

Medicines for the People Act

The bill aims to make prescription medications more affordable and accessible for Americans by addressing drug pricing and potentially allowing the government or consumers to negotiate lower prices with pharmaceutical companies. It would likely affect patients who struggle to afford medications, insurance companies, and drug manufacturers. The proposal has been sent to two congressional committees for review and consideration.

Head Start for America’s Children Act

This bill would expand or modify the Head Start program, which provides early childhood education and development services to low-income preschool-age children and their families. The changes likely aim to improve access, funding, or quality of these services for young children before they enter kindergarten. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must recommit to defend and uphold the rights and protections guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just a powerful few.

This resolution expresses the House's position that the United States should strengthen its commitment to protecting the rights and equal protections guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment, which covers voting rights, due process, and equal treatment under the law. The measure emphasizes ensuring these constitutional protections work for all Americans, particularly minority groups and those with less political power, rather than primarily benefiting wealthy or influential people. As a resolution, it does not create new laws but rather states the chamber's official stance on this constitutional principle.

Housing Our Communities Act

This bill would likely aim to increase affordable housing availability and improve community development programs, though the specific details are not yet clear from the title alone. Based on the subject matter, it probably addresses housing affordability for low- and middle-income families, possibly through funding, tax incentives, or changes to housing policies that affect renters, homebuyers, and local communities. The bill is currently under review by the House Financial Services Committee.

Tax Excessive CEO Pay Act of 2025

This bill would impose a special tax on companies whose chief executives earn significantly more than their typical workers, aiming to discourage extremely high CEO pay packages. The tax would apply to large corporations and would increase their tax burden based on the ratio between what a CEO makes compared to the median employee salary. The goal is to reduce income inequality by making it financially disadvantageous for companies to pay executives vastly more than their workforce.

Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2025

This bill would give the federal government power to prevent grocery stores from raising prices excessively during emergencies or supply shortages, allowing regulators to penalize retailers they determine are unfairly inflating food costs. The law would primarily affect large supermarket chains and food retailers, potentially limiting their ability to increase prices on essential items when demand spikes or supplies become scarce. Supporters argue it protects consumers from exploitation during crises, while critics worry it could discourage stores from stocking shelves or lead to shortages if profit margins become too thin.

Fix Our Flooded Basements Act of 2025

This bill would provide federal funding and support to help homeowners and communities deal with basement flooding and water damage from storms and flooding events. It likely aims to improve emergency response, provide disaster relief assistance, and possibly fund infrastructure improvements to prevent future flooding in affected areas. The bill would help both individual property owners and local governments recover from and prepare for flood-related disasters.

Recognizing the ongoing Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights.

The measure would formally acknowledge the Nakba, the displacement of Palestinian Arabs during the 1948 Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and recognize the rights of Palestinian refugees. It calls for U.S. recognition of Palestinian refugees' claims and their right to return to their former homes or receive compensation. The resolution affects U.S. foreign policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and how America addresses refugee populations in international affairs.

Agent Orange Relief Act of 2025

This bill would provide benefits and healthcare support to veterans and their families who were exposed to Agent Orange, a toxic chemical used during the Vietnam War that has caused serious health problems decades later. The legislation likely expands eligibility for medical treatment, disability compensation, or other assistance for affected veterans and their descendants who suffer from conditions linked to Agent Orange exposure. The bill aims to address long-term health consequences that veterans continue to face from this chemical exposure.

Victims of Agent Orange Act of 2025

This bill would provide benefits and support to people who were exposed to Agent Orange, a toxic chemical used during the Vietnam War, and to their descendants who may have health problems as a result of that exposure. The legislation aims to help affected veterans and Vietnamese civilians get medical care, compensation, or other assistance for illnesses linked to Agent Orange contamination. The bill is being reviewed by committees that handle foreign policy and energy/environmental issues to determine what changes might be needed before a vote.

Expressing support for the recognition of April as "National Arab American Heritage Month" (NAAHM) and celebrating the heritage and culture of Arab Americans in the United States.

This resolution would officially recognize April as National Arab American Heritage Month, designating a time to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions, history, and culture of Arab Americans across the United States. The measure affects all Americans by promoting awareness and appreciation of Arab American communities and their role in American society. The resolution is currently under review by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Stop Politicians Profiting from War Act of 2025

This bill would prevent members of Congress and their families from buying or selling stocks, bonds, and other investments related to defense contractors and military companies while serving in office. The goal is to stop lawmakers from potentially profiting off wars or military conflicts they vote to authorize or fund. The restriction would apply to Congress members themselves and likely their spouses and dependent children to close loopholes.

Youth Homelessness Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025

The bill would create a pilot program that gives regular cash payments to homeless young people to help them afford housing and meet basic needs. The program would test whether guaranteed income—money given with few strings attached—can help youth experiencing homelessness transition to stable housing and improve their overall well-being. This would affect homeless youth, housing organizations, and local communities where the pilot programs operate.

Justice for All Act of 2025

Justice for All Act of 2025 This bill prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or race-related characteristics in schools, businesses, federally funded programs, and other settings. It also provides statutory authority for and expands the types of civil actions that may be brought for violations. For example, the bill expands provisions under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 so as to (1) prohibit federally funded programs from discriminating based on sex or religion; and (2) prohibit public accommodations, including stores and transit services, from discriminating based on sex. The bill defines sex to include sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics. It also expands the definition of race to include traits that have been historically associated with race (e.g., natural hair textures). The expanded definitions apply to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Fair Housing Act (discrimination in public and private housing), and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (discrimination based on sex in federally funded educational programs). Further, the bill provides statutory authority for disparate impact or intentional discrimination claims under the aforementioned acts, as well as the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (discrimination based on age by federally funded programs) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (discrimination based on disability by federally funded programs). The bill also includes other provisions that address (1) profiling by law enforcement officers, (2) employer liability with respect to civil rights violations, (3) predispute arbitration agreements in civil rights cases, and (4) governmental immunity in suits involving constitutional violations.