Weekly Congressional Briefing

October 7, 2026

LegiList Weekly Congressional Briefing – October 7, 2026
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Weekly Congressional Briefing
October 7, 2026
Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026
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At a Glance

Over the last seven days (Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 7, 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 161
Bills with actions recorded 188
Laws enacted 0
Recorded floor votes 0
Committee activity records 222

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

Bill of the Week

HR 10642

Stop the Settlements Act

Chamber: House

Current status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Fi

Last recorded action: Oct 1, 2026

Actions in this window: 24

View the full bill history, actions, subjects, and vote links on LegiList: https://legilist.com/bill/119/hr/10642

Legislator of the Week

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Party: Democratic   •   State: DC   •   Chamber: House

Activity score (7 days): 62   (3× sponsored, 2× cosponsored, 1× votes recorded)

Bills sponsored this week: 0  •  Bills cosponsored: 31  •  Votes cast: 0

Recently cosponsored bills

Bill Title Status
HR 6857 Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 8081 Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026 Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means
HCONRES 123 Recognizing the disparity in wages paid to Latinas and the impact of that disparity on women, families, the economy, and the United States. Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 8360 Commission on Advancing Restorative Justice in Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HRES 1509 Recognizing the extraordinary resilience and courage of children and families fighting neuroblastoma and supports the incredible effort of clinicians and researchers working to address this disease and expressing support for September 3, 2026, to be designated as "Neuroblastoma Awareness Day". Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Committee of the Week

Energy and Commerce Committee

Chamber: House  •  Activity records this week: 47

Recent bill activity

Bill Activity Date
HR 10751
To amend the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to remove restrictions on the provision of dental therapist services under the Community Health Aide Program, and for other purposes.
Referred To Oct 6, 2026
HR 10760
To establish a multiagency Middle School Mental Health Task Force at the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services.
Referred To Oct 6, 2026
HR 10762
To require the seller of a used motor vehicle sold through an auction, dealership, individual sale, or other resale channel to maintain a functional airbag system for the vehicle or clearly disclose when any airbag system is missing or disabled, and for other purposes.
Referred To Oct 6, 2026
HR 10763
To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit to Congress a report on breast cancer risk assessment tools, and for other purposes.
Referred To Oct 6, 2026
HRES 1617
Recognizes October as "American Pharmacy Month" in honor of the contributions of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in providing safe, accessible, affordable, and effective patient care services and products to all residents and protecting public health in communities across the United States;.
Referred To Oct 6, 2026
HR 10747
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure appropriate geographic adjustments to Medicare Advantage benchmarks in Puerto Rico.
Referred To Oct 5, 2026
Noteworthy Votes

No floor votes were recorded in the last seven days.

Bill Activity by Stage

Other actions

Bill Title Status / Last action
HRES 1618 Recognizing the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks on Israel, honoring the victims and the hostages, and calling for the complete disarmament of Hamas for a durable end to the war in Gaza. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10758 To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a program under which the Secretary shall award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10762 To require the seller of a used motor vehicle sold through an auction, dealership, individual sale, or other resale channel to maintain a functional airbag system for the vehicle or clearly disclose when any airbag system is missing or disabled, and for other purposes. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary,
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HRES 1619 Reaffirming German-American friendship and supporting continued cooperation between the United States and Germany. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10766 To direct the Secretary of Defense to update the Critical Asset List of the Department of Defense to incorporate assets critical to the development, deployment, and operation of the Golden Dome missile defense system. Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HRES 1617 Recognizes October as "American Pharmacy Month" in honor of the contributions of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in providing safe, accessible, affordable, and effective patient care services and products to all residents and protecting public health in communities across the United States;. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10761 To amend the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act to combat campus sexual assault, and for other purposes. Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judici
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HRES 1620 Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nonviolence Week" to raise awareness of youth violence in the United States. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10767 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an excise tax on colleges and universities allowing specified individuals to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10755 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 475 East FM 1382 in Cedar Hill, Texas, as the "Eugene Gates Jr. Post Office Building". Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10753 To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a program to reallocate vouchers, on a voluntary basis, under the Tribal HUD-VASH program, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10757 To provide for a limitation on contributions to the United Nations. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10764 To amend title 31, United States Code, to require certain procedures for compromise settlements or awards for executive branch officials, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10760 To establish a multiagency Middle School Mental Health Task Force at the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services. Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HCONRES 123 Recognizing the disparity in wages paid to Latinas and the impact of that disparity on women, families, the economy, and the United States. Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10763 To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit to Congress a report on breast cancer risk assessment tools, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10754 To amend the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 to update certain indicators of the local impact of a disaster, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10751 To amend the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to remove restrictions on the provision of dental therapist services under the Community Health Aide Program, and for other purposes. Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Comme
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10756 To reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10752 To establish in the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of Homeland Security a task force on artificial intelligence, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10759 To establish a tariff-funded program to protect United States manufacturers, workers, farmers, and supply chains from disproportionate economic harm resulting from tariffs and foreign retaliatory measures, to encourage domestic investment and reshoring, and for other purposes. Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means,
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10765 To direct the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to collect, preserve, and display in a permanent exhibition in the National Museum of American History artifacts reflecting the rise of governmental propaganda, corruption, and authoritarianism due to the two Presidencies of Donald J. Trump from January 20, 2017 through January 20, 2021, and January 20, 2025 through January 20, 2029, and for other purposes. Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resou
Last action: Oct 6, 2026
HR 10748 To require a report on security cooperation with respect to Western Balkan countries. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
HR 10732 To amend title 52, United States Code, to prohibit candidates for Federal office from trading in contracts on the outcome of their own elections, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 3383 A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955, to make improvements to that Act, and for other purposes. Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
HR 10733 To establish a Science Advisory Board at the Department of Justice, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
HR 10729 Long-Term Rural Health Investment Act of 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
HRES 1610 Expressing support for the recognition of October 2026, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and for global awareness and access to care during menopausal transition and post-menopause. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Service
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
HR 10728 Maternity Care for Rural Communities Act of 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 528 A bill to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and for other purposes. Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 4009 Falun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection Act Held at the desk.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 3315 Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act of 2026 Held at the desk.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 1574 Tribal Access to Electronic Evidence Act Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 1564 Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act Held at the desk.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 5249 MORE American Fuel Act of 2026 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 2754 A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to the City of Ouray, Colorado, certain land managed by the Forest Service, together with a reservoir. Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 240 Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025 Presented to President.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 3219 Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2026 Held at the desk.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 2437 Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2026 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
S 1055 A bill to amend the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to modify the notification requirement for emergency contract health services for certain beneficiaries, and for other purposes. Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last action: Oct 5, 2026
What Congress Focused On

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

Native Americans (6) Congressional oversight (5) Government information and archives (4) Health (4) Indian lands and resources rights (4) Land use and conservation (4) Licensing and registrations (4) Public Lands and Natural Resources (4) Administrative law and regulatory procedures (3) Environmental assessment, monitoring, research (3)

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

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