Legislation in plain English
Plain-English explanations of federal bills: what each bill would do, who it could affect, and how to take action.
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The Bureau of Land Management Mineral Spacing Act, or S722, is a proposed law aiming to simplify the process for oil and gas drilling on lands where the federal government owns less than half of the mineral rights.
The Immigration Enforcement Staff Body Camera Accountability Act, also known as H.R.4651, is a proposed law that would require immigration officers to wear body cameras during their shifts.
The S3595 bill aims to prevent U.S. military or intelligence personnel from being deployed to Venezuela for offensive purposes, such as regime change or resource control.
The End Oil and Gas Tax Subsidies Act of 2025 is a proposed law aiming to remove certain tax benefits that oil and gas companies currently enjoy.
The Declaration of Energy Independence Act, or H.R. 526, aims to make it cheaper and easier for companies to drill for oil and gas on federal lands.
The Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026, is a proposed bill that decides how much money U.S. energy and water programs will receive for the fiscal year 2026.
Imagine a bill that could stop a major arms deal between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Protecting our Veterans’ Memories Act is a proposed law that aims to help cover burial costs for the spouses and certain children of veterans.
H.R. 6915 is a proposed law that aims to stop the U.S. government from spending money on military actions in or against Venezuela.
The Medicare Investment and Gun Violence Prevention Act, or H.R. 6743, is a proposed law aiming to restore certain taxes on firearms and direct the revenue to Medicare.
The Israel Security Assistance Support Act is a proposed law aimed at speeding up the delivery of U.S. weapons and security aid to Israel.
The Enforcing the Rule of Law on Campus Act, or S.4090, is a proposed law that aims to ensure colleges and universities follow immigration laws.
The Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act, or H.R. 6597, is a proposed U.S. bill that aims to explore the possibility of forming a NATO-like alliance in the Indo-Pacific region.
The American Decade of Sports Act is a new bill that aims to use major international sports events in the U.S. from 2024 to 2034 to strengthen America's global relationships.
The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, known as H.R. 28, aims to change how sex is defined in sports.
Imagine a world where decisions about exporting and importing natural gas are made quickly and predictably.
The Accessibility Constituent Communication Act of 2024 is a proposed law aiming to make government communications more accessible to people with disabilities.
The Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024, or H.R. 4820, is a bill proposed to allocate funds for transportation and housing programs in the United States.
The American Artificial Intelligence Leadership and Uniformity Act, H.R. 5388, is a proposed law aimed at creating a unified national policy for artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States.
A new bill, SJRES101, has been introduced in Congress to block a proposed sale of military equipment to Taiwan.
Imagine a law that changes how big companies pay taxes, specifically those structured as partnerships.
Imagine a world where the U.S. military can't engage in battles at sea without Congress giving the green light.
The Secure Space Act of 2025 is a proposed law aimed at protecting U.S. satellite systems from foreign companies considered national security risks.
The SCORE Act is a proposed law that aims to create a national system for college athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) without being considered employees of their schools.
