Congress Enacted Laws (119th Congress)

Medal of Honor Authorization for John W. Ripley

Congress enacted Public Law 119-81 authorizing the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor on April 2, 1972, during the Vietnam War. The law waives time limitations specified in 10 U.S.C. sections 8298(a) and 8300 to permit this award. Ripley previously received the Navy Cross for these same actions.

H.R.7211: Authorize Medal of Honor for John W. Ripley

The 119th Congress enacted H.R.7211, authorizing the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor during the Vietnam War. This legislation overrides existing time limitations for awarding certain military medals.

Public Law 119-80: Waives Notice for Captain Cody Khork's Posthumous Promotion

Congress enacted Public Law 119-80, waiving the 60-day notice requirement for the posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody Khork, United States Army, to the rank of major. This law specifically amends title 10 of the United States Code to facilitate this particular promotion.

Senate Bill Waives Notice for Posthumous Promotion of Captain Cody Khork

The U.S. Senate has passed S.4138, a bill to waive the 60-day notice requirement for the posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody Khork of the United States Army to the rank of major. This legislative action specifically addresses an individual case to facilitate the promotion.

Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

Congress has enacted the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, providing funding for various government departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The act details appropriations across multiple divisions, including Defense, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Financial Services, and National Security.

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025, enacted on February 6, 2026, amends titles 11 and 28 of the US Code. It modifies compensation for chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees and extends the term of temporary bankruptcy judge offices.

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act

Congress has enacted the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, Public Law 119-77, effective February 10, 2026. The Act amends the Social Security Act to improve coordination between federal and state agencies and the Do Not Pay working system to prevent improper payments to deceased individuals.

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act Enacted

Congress has enacted the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, establishing a time capsule to commemorate the United States' semiquincentennial. The Architect of the Capitol is tasked with its creation, with contents to be determined by congressional leadership.

Congress Disapproves D.C. Tax Conformity Act

The US Congress has disapproved the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. This joint resolution, passed by both the House and Senate, nullifies the action taken by the District of Columbia Council.