Bills that became law in the last four months — what each one does, and who it affects.
In the last 120 days: 40 became law.
The paragraph under each bill and the scores beside it were written by an AI model from the bill's text; the rest is the record.
Became law 40 bills
Passed both chambers and was signed by the President, or became law without a signature.
What happens next: Nothing more in Congress: it is law. When it takes effect depends on the dates written into it — some parts start at once, others a year or more later.
This bill updates the debt limits for people and small businesses filing for bankruptcy. Specifically, it changes the debt limit for small business debtors under section 1182(1) of title 11, United States Code.
Yes· 2 of 7
Scored +5
Would business owners be better off under this?
The adjustment to the debt limit offers enhanced bankruptcy protections for many small businesses.
Scored +5
Does this make it easier to run a small business?
The bill expands bankruptcy eligibility for small businesses by adjusting debt thresholds.
This bill changes the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to match the original intent of a past 1998 law. Specifically, it makes sure the National Taxpayer Advocate has the ability to hire and consult counsel as appropriate.
Yes· 2 of 5
Scored +4
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
The ability to hire counsel strengthens the due process rights of taxpayers interacting with the IRS through the Advocate's office.
Scored +3
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
By empowering the Taxpayer Advocate with legal counsel, the bill enhances oversight and transparency in tax-related administrative processes.
This bill extends the operations and funding for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. The bill updates the timeline for annual appropriations.
Yes
Scored +5
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?
The bill extends the authorization and funding for the Commission on International Religious Freedom to ensure continued oversight of religious freedom globally.
Scored +3
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill reauthorizes appropriations necessary for the Commission's work on international religious freedom issues.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to offer and convey the federal government's reversionary interest in about 8.43 acres of land in Sacramento, California, to the current owner of record.
Yes
Scored +5
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill generates revenue for the Federal Land Disposal Account through the sale of the reversionary interest.
Scored +3
Would high-income households be better off under this?
The bill allows specific landowners to consolidate their property holdings by purchasing the government's remaining interest.
Under the law, covered service providers must file an election with the Federal Communications Commission about whether they intend to transmit emergency alerts by satellite.
Yes· 2 of 6
Scored +7
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?
The bill enhances public safety by establishing protocols for emergency satellite alerts involving FEMA.
Scored +5
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill provides liability protection for service providers transmitting emergency alerts.
The opposite
Scored -3
Does this give people more control over their personal data?
The bill provides liability protection for providers when they release subscriber information to government agencies.
Scored -2
Does this protect people from being watched or searched?
The act facilitates the release of subscriber data to government agencies without liability.
This bill allows members of the clergy, members of religious orders, and Christian Science practitioners to revoke their previous exemption from Social Security coverage.
Yes
Scored +3
Would retired people be better off under this?
By allowing clergy to join Social Security now, the bill provides them with potential income through monthly insurance benefits upon retirement.
Scored +3
Does this strengthen Social Security?
The act provides a mechanism for religious workers to access Social Security benefits that were previously unavailable due to their exemption.
This bill requires the Secretary of Labor to set up a training program for certain Department of Labor employees. The training will teach these employees how to spot human trafficking and help law enforcement prevent it.
Yes
Scored +6
Would children be better off under this?
The bill specifically addresses the detection of human trafficking and oppressive child labor.
Scored +5
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The act requires annual reports to Congress regarding the effectiveness of training and human trafficking case referrals.
This bill requires the federal government to take approximately 1,082.63 acres of federal land in Washington into trust for the benefit of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.
Yes· 2 of 4
Scored +10
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
Directly restores over 1,000 acres of land to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.
Scored +8
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
Restores federal land to a Native American tribe, promoting land rights and tribal sovereignty.
This bill requires online dating service providers to send fraud ban notifications to members who have communicated with someone whose account was banned for fraud.
Yes· 2 of 4
Scored +5
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The bill enhances consumer protection by requiring dating services to notify users of potential fraud risks.
Scored +3
Does this protect people from AI fakes, scams and automated decisions about their lives?
The bill protects individuals from scams by requiring dating service providers to send fraud ban notifications.
The opposite
Scored -4
Does this leave more decisions to the states?
The bill restricts the ability of states and political subdivisions to maintain or enforce their own dating service notification standards.
This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on the feasibility of manufacturing products for critical infrastructure sectors within the United States.
Yes· 2 of 8
Scored +2
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The bill specifically analyzes manufacturing feasibility in rural areas.
Scored +2
Is this likely to create jobs?
The study investigates the potential for domestic job creation in manufacturing sectors.
This bill amends the Mineral Leasing Act to extend the time period for the Secretary of the Interior to collect a fee for each new application for a permit to drill.
Yes· 2 of 8
Scored +3
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill benefits energy industry business owners by ensuring streamlined permit processing.
Scored +2
Is this likely to create jobs?
Extending drilling permit fee collection may support continued oil and gas industry activity and employment.
The opposite· 2 of 4
Scored -3
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?
The bill is designed to support rather than reduce fossil fuel production.
Scored -2
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
Expanded drilling activity may negatively impact lands of historical and cultural importance to Native communities.
This bill changes the name of the Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona to the Chiricahua National Park. The boundaries of the new park remain the same as the old monument's boundaries.
Yes· 2 of 9
Scored +8
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
Provides explicit protections for cultural/religious sites and guarantees access for tribal members.
Scored +5
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
Redesignates the area as a National Park and mandates the protection of cultural and religious sites.
This bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to give a specific property in Arizona to Gila County, if the County asks for it in writing within 180 days.
Yes· 2 of 5
Scored +6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill explicitly requires the land to be used to serve and support veterans.
Scored +5
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The land transfer is intended to provide resources to serve and support veterans.
The opposite
Scored -2
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
Transferring public land to a county may reduce direct federal oversight of the land.
Scored -2
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill includes a reversion clause that maintains federal control over the land's use.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to give certain federal land to the State of Mississippi. The land transfer will be done by quitclaim deed and without any cost.
Yes· 2 of 3
Scored +2
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The land transfer is intended to enhance the visitor experience and facilitate access while preserving park resources.
Scored +2
Does this leave more decisions to the states?
The act transfers federal land to the State of Mississippi for local management.
The opposite
Scored -1
Does this give the federal government more power?
The act reduces federal land holdings by transferring them to the state.
This legislation requires specific agency leaders to develop a standard methodology based on chemical analysis to identify the country of origin of seafood.
Yes· 2 of 8
Scored +7
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
Directly combats illegal fishing which helps prevent overfishing and protects marine ecosystems.
Scored +5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
Authorizes technical assistance and collaboration with other nations to combat illegal fishing and organized crime.
This bill amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. The main purpose is to provide a clear definition of adequate consideration for certain closely held stock.
Yes· 2 of 4
Scored +4
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The act benefits retirees by clarifying the valuation process for employee stock ownership plans.
Scored +4
Would retired people be better off under this?
Improving the clarity of stock valuation for ESOPs supports more stable retirement transitions.
The opposite
Scored -2
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill restricts the expansion of the Secretary's regulatory authority.
This bill is designed to reauthorize specific programs related to vector-borne diseases. The legislation amends the Public Health Service Act to update the timeline for several provisions.
Yes· 2 of 11
Scored +3
Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak?
The bill enhances support for health departments and regional centers that address vector-borne diseases, improving pandemic preparedness related to those diseases.
Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
Preventing and treating vector-borne diseases has a small positive impact on children's health.
This bill simply renames a specific building located in Casper, Wyoming. It changes the name of the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center to the Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.
The entire purpose of the bill is to reauthorize the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act of 2000. To do this, it makes a simple change to Section 9 of the original Act.
Yes· 2 of 6
Scored +6
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill provides a critical extension for water system resources specifically for the Fort Peck Reservation.
Scored +5
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The act ensures the continued availability of water infrastructure for rural residents in the Fort Peck area.
This bill designates the General George C. Marshall House in Virginia as an affiliated area of the National Park System. The goal is to help people appreciate the historic contributions of George Catlett Marshall, Jr.
Yes· 2 of 5
Scored +2
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
Promotes public appreciation of a distinguished military leader's contributions.
Scored +2
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
Designates a historic house as an affiliated area of the National Park System, enhancing cultural land preservation.
Its main job is to clarify where court may be held for certain district courts in the states of Texas and California. Specifically, it updates the organization of Texas district courts and California district courts.
Yes· 2 of 5
Scored +3
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
Adding locations like El Centro and College Station increases judicial access for regional and rural residents.
Scored +2
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
Increasing the number of locations where court may be held can improve accessibility to legal proceedings.
This bill updates and extends tax rules related to personal casualty losses from major disasters. It also makes certain wildfire relief payments exempt from gross income.
Yes· 2 of 6
Scored +7
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?
The bill provides specific tax relief and income exclusions for individuals affected by major disasters and wildfires.
Scored +5
Would middle-income households be better off under this?
This bill extends the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation. This foundation wants to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to remove deed restrictions from a specific parcel of land in Paducah, Kentucky. The land in question is a 3.62-acre property located at 2956 Park Avenue.
Yes· 2 of 9
Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
Specifically enables the transfer of land to the Oscar Cross Boys & Girls Club.
Scored +3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Increases potential for low-cost youth programs and recreation.
This Act provides funding and legal extensions for various government operations. Division A establishes continuing appropriations for several government departments and agencies for fiscal year 2027.
Yes· 2 of 29
Scored +10
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
Extensively extends health, housing, and mental health benefits for veterans.
Scored +8
Does this help veterans get medical care?
Extends multiple critical healthcare and mental health services specifically for veterans.
The opposite· 2 of 4
Scored -3
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?
Provides significant additional funding for shipbuilding and national security systems.
Scored -2
Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65?
Reduces the Medicare Improvement Fund by approximately 21 million dollars.
