Weekly Congressional Briefing

October 1, 2026

LegiList Weekly Congressional Briefing – October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026
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At a Glance

Over the last seven days (Sep 25, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026), Congress introduced new bills, moved measures through committees, took floor votes, and enacted some into law. This page pulls those signals together in one place.

Bills introduced 186
Bills with actions recorded 275
Laws enacted 0
Recorded floor votes 12
Committee activity records 198

All counts are based on official congressional data, assembled and normalized by LegiList.

Bill of the Week

HR 7008

Stop Insider Trading Act

Chamber: House

Current status: Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Reco

Last recorded action: Sep 30, 2026

Actions in this window: 13

View the full bill history, actions, subjects, and vote links on LegiList: https://legilist.com/bill/119/hr/7008

Legislator of the Week

Jeff Merkley

Party: Democratic   •   State: OR   •   Chamber: Senate

Activity score (7 days): 67   (3× sponsored, 2× cosponsored, 1× votes recorded)

Bills sponsored this week: 9  •  Bills cosponsored: 14  •  Votes cast: 12

Recently sponsored bills

Bill Title Status / Last action
S 5606 A bill to authorize the adjustment to lawful permanent resident status for certain permanent residents of Hong Kong who were granted Deferred Enforced Departure. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5670 A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5624 A bill to provide a lump sum death gratuity payment for Federal wildland firefighters killed as a result of duty, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5673 A bill to restrict car manufacturers and other companies from selling consumer car-related data, to increase transparency regarding data practices, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5575 A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish criminal penalties for gratuities given to State and local public officials. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 29, 2026

Recently cosponsored bills

Bill Title Status
S 3296 A bill to amend chapter 81 of title 5, United States Code, to cover, for purposes of workers' compensation under such chapter, services by physician assistants and nurse practitioners provided to injured Federal workers, and for other purposes. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 568.
S 5614 A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to direct the Secretary of Education to issue guidance and recommendations for institutions of higher education on removing criminal and juvenile justice questions from their application for admissions process. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S 5608 A bill to extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S 5618 A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an Inspector General for the judicial branch, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S 5607 A bill to amend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 to restore the full 75-percent payment to counties from the Oregon and California land-grant fund, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Recent floor votes by this member

Date Chamber / Vote Question
Sep 30, 2026
Cast: Nay
Senate Roll Call 256
Related bill: PN1129
On the Nomination PN1129
Sep 30, 2026
Cast: Nay
Senate Roll Call 255
Related bill: PN1129
On the Cloture Motion PN1129
Sep 30, 2026
Cast: Nay
Senate Roll Call 254
Related bill: H.R. 9340
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 9340
Sep 30, 2026
Cast: Nay
Senate Roll Call 253
Related bill: H.R. 7008
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 7008
Sep 29, 2026
Cast: Yea
Senate Roll Call 252
Related bill: S.Res. 852
On the Motion to Discharge S.Res. 852
Committee of the Week

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Chamber: Senate  •  Activity records this week: 28

Recent bill activity

Bill Activity Date
HR 6380
Chiricahua National Park Act
Discharged From Sep 30, 2026
S 5677
A bill to establish the Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area to conserve, protect, and promote the economic benefits of the natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the Upper and Middle Texas Gulf Coast as a unit of the National Park System.
Referred To Sep 30, 2026
S 5658
A bill to prohibit the construction of data centers on Federal land, and for other purposes.
Referred To Sep 30, 2026
S 5651
A bill to establish the National Institutes of Clean Energy.
Referred To Sep 30, 2026
S 5650
A bill to align priorities and investments relating to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and for other purposes.
Referred To Sep 30, 2026
S 5374
A bill to facilitate the conveyance of certain land in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, platted under section 2387 of the Revised Statutes, and for other purposes.
Markup By Sep 30, 2026
Noteworthy Votes
Date Chamber / Roll Call Question & Result
Sep 30, 2026 Senate Roll Call 256
Related bill: PN1129
Question: On the Nomination PN1129
Result: Nomination Confirmed
Yea 47 · Nay 41 · Present 0 · Not Voting 12
Sep 30, 2026 Senate Roll Call 255
Related bill: PN1129
Question: On the Cloture Motion PN1129
Result: Cloture Motion Agreed to
Yea 53 · Nay 47 · Present 0 · Not Voting 0
Sep 30, 2026 Senate Roll Call 254
Related bill: H.R. 9340
Question: On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 9340
Result: Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected
Yea 57 · Nay 43 · Present 0 · Not Voting 0
Sep 30, 2026 Senate Roll Call 253
Related bill: H.R. 7008
Question: On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 7008
Result: Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected
Yea 53 · Nay 47 · Present 0 · Not Voting 0
Sep 29, 2026 Senate Roll Call 252
Related bill: S.Res. 852
Question: On the Motion to Discharge S.Res. 852
Result: Motion to Discharge Rejected
Yea 47 · Nay 51 · Present 0 · Not Voting 2
Sep 29, 2026 Senate Roll Call 251
Related bill: S.J.Res. 197
Question: On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 197
Result: Motion to Proceed Rejected
Yea 48 · Nay 51 · Present 0 · Not Voting 1
Sep 28, 2026 Senate Roll Call 250
Related bill: S. 4668
Question: On Passage of the Bill S. 4668
Result: Bill Passed
Yea 77 · Nay 22 · Present 0 · Not Voting 1
Sep 28, 2026 Senate Roll Call 249
Question: On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6835 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file)
Result: Amendment Rejected
Yea 47 · Nay 52 · Present 0 · Not Voting 1
Sep 28, 2026 Senate Roll Call 248
Question: On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6805 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file)
Result: Amendment Rejected
Yea 49 · Nay 50 · Present 0 · Not Voting 1
Sep 28, 2026 Senate Roll Call 247
Question: On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6760 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file)
Result: Amendment Rejected
Yea 42 · Nay 54 · Present 0 · Not Voting 4
Bill Activity by Stage

Reported by committee

Bill Title Status / Last action
S 3371 National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 1568 LIT Act of 2025 Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 4116 Geo POWER Act Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026

Passed a chamber

Bill Title Status / Last action
S 3315 Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act of 2026 Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
HR 7022 Mystic Alerts Act Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 1564 Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5249 A bill to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to align the licensing of uranium enrichment facilities with other fuel cycle facilities under that Act, and for other purposes. Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026

Other actions

Bill Title Status / Last action
S 5619 A bill to restore the allowance of the premium tax credit for lawfully present individuals, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5661 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide parity in the taxation of professional sports franchises under the limitation on the deduction for certain employee renumeration, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 947 A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month". Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5657 A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to have an independent advocate for campus sexual assault prevention and response. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5645 A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to establish a Data Center Community Assistance Program, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 943 A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 932 A resolution requesting information on Venezuela's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5672 A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to modify certain physician payments under the Medicare program. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5604 A bill to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to make improvements to that Act, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5609 A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require States to report on anti-fraud measures relating to home and community-based services furnished under the Medicaid program. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 929 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding equity stakes held by the Federal Government in private companies. Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 931 A resolution recognizing the month of October 2026 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States. Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 935 A resolution designating October 23, 2026, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day". Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5653 A bill to prescribe permitting reform, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 933 A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month". Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5617 A bill to amend section 1362 of title 18, United States Code, to address vandalism of copper, fiber, and coaxial cables used to provide telecommunications and information services. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5663 A bill to establish a program at the National Science Foundation to fund research awards to reproduce federally funded research. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5630 A bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure sufficient bonding and complete and timely reclamation of land and water disturbed by Federal and Indian oil and gas production, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5607 A bill to amend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 to restore the full 75-percent payment to counties from the Oregon and California land-grant fund, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 944 A resolution designating September 2026 as "School Bus Safety Month". Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
HR 9340 Ratepayer Protection Act Motion to proceed to consideration of measure withdrawn in Senate.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5629 A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to permit veterans to seek a second opinion after the receipt of health care under the laws administered by the Secretary, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
HR 7008 Stop Insider Trading Act Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Reco
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5635 A bill to expand arts education, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 940 A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SJRES 219 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget and establishing the requisite procedures. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5616 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform the treatment of digital assets. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5668 A bill to require a Federal science strategy for the monitoring and detection of methane, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5646 A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to clarify the definition of employee as it relates to direct sellers and real estate agents, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
SRES 939 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that it values the active participation of the Republic of Kosovo as the state partner of the Iowa National Guard over the past 15 years. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5655 A bill to express the sense of Congress that the Secretary of the Navy should name an appropriate United States Navy ship in honor of the Battle of Cowpens, which took place on January 17, 1781, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5622 A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to provide for criminal liability where a controlled substance is a substantial factor in the death or bodily injury of another person. Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
S 5666 A bill to require the assessment and collection of duties improperly waived under the solar tariff moratorium, and for other purposes. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Last action: Sep 30, 2026
What Congress Focused On

Based on bills that moved in the last seven days, these subjects appeared most often:

Public Lands and Natural Resources (19) Congressional oversight (15) Energy (11) Geography and mapping (11) Government information and archives (10) Land transfers (10) Native Americans (10) Administrative law and regulatory procedures (9) Health (9) Parks, recreation areas, trails (9)

Counts reflect distinct bills with actions this week that were tagged with each subject.

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