CONGRESS

Global Child Thrive Act Reauthorization Cost Estimate

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released a cost estimate for H.R. 6347, the Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025. The report details the estimated costs associated with the reauthorization, including advisor expenses.

CBO Estimates Effects of House Bills on Spending and Revenues

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has estimated the effects of 15 House bills, considered under suspension of the rules during the week of March 16, 2026, on federal spending and revenues. This notice provides CBO's analysis of these legislative proposals.

Veterans Benefits Act Cost Estimate 2026-2036

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released a cost estimate for H.R. 6047, the Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026. The estimated cost ranges from $11 million to $508 million between 2026 and 2036.

H.R. 1028 Olympic Sports Act Cost Estimate

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has provided a cost estimate for H.R. 1028, the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act of 2026. The estimate indicates no federal spending associated with the bill.

Kleptocracy Asset Recovery Rewards Program Act Cost Estimate

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released a cost estimate for H.R. 5344, the Kleptocracy Asset Recovery Rewards Program Act. This notice provides the estimated costs associated with the program as reported by the House Committee on Financial Services.

Bill to Prohibit Lead Ammunition/Tackle Ban on Federal Land

H.R. 556, introduced in the US House of Representatives, aims to prohibit the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture from banning lead ammunition or tackle on certain federal lands and waters. The bill, titled the 'Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act', seeks to maintain current practices for hunters and anglers.

H.R. 556 Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act Hearing

The U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources announced a hearing for H.R. 556, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, scheduled for March 16, 2026. The hearing will discuss the bill text and accompanying report.

CBO Testimony on Budget and Economic Outlook 2026-2036

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released testimony on the budget and economic outlook for 2026-2036. CBO Director Phillip Swagel presented the agency's analysis to the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth.

Senators Urge President to Prioritize US Potato Market Access in Japan

US Senators have urged President Trump to prioritize opening the Japanese market for U.S. potatoes during the Japanese Prime Minister's visit. This action could result in an estimated $150 million annually in new American exports for the U.S. potato industry.

Motion to Refer Ethics Committee Records - Vote Results

The US House of Representatives voted on a motion to refer directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and publicly release records related to its review of sexual harassment violations. The motion passed with 357 yeas and 65 nays.