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July 20, 2026Daily DigestDaily Digest
Floor activity recap
Official title: Daily Digest/Senate
This is part of the official Daily Digest, which explains the day in plain language. It mentions legislation such as National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, committees such as Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Official title: Daily Digest/House of Representatives
This is part of the official Daily Digest, which explains the day in plain language. It mentions legislation such as Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036., committees such as Committee on Rules.
Official title: Daily Digest/CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD
This is part of the official Daily Digest, which explains the day in plain language. It mentions legislation such as Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act, committees such as Committee on Appropriations.
Official title: Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter
This is part of the official Daily Digest, which explains the day in plain language. It mentions legislation such as Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036., committees such as Joint Committee on Printing.
Bills, resolutions, and floor statements about legislation.
July 20, 2026House FloorLegislation
Public bills and resolutions
Official title: PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Senate's current cloture and filibuster rules are contrary to the constitutional design of two co-equal majoritarian legislative bodies, are non-deliberative in practice, disenfranchise Members of the House of Representatives and their constituents, and disrupt the proper balance of powers between the two chambers of Congress, and for other purposes., committees such as Committee on the Judiciary.
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for expedited approval of priority nonprescription drugs, and for other purposes..
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as To direct the Secretary of Defense to meet certain requirements relating to the divestment, preservation, and inventories of A-10 aircraft, and for other purposes..
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as To impose sanctions with respect to the Government of Canada in response to transboundary wildfire smoke affecting the United States, and for other purposes..
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish maximum permissible levels for contaminants in infant formulas, and for other purposes..
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish the Senator Robert J. Dole Greatest Generation Education Program..
Official title: INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
This section focuses on legislation moving through Congress. It mentions legislation such as Justice is BLIND Act of 2026, committees such as Committee on the Judiciary.
Lawmakers joining or leaving support for legislation.
July 20, 2026House FloorCosponsors
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS
This section records lawmakers joining or leaving support for a bill. It mentions legislation such as Expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States..
Meetings, reports, and work happening in committees.
July 20, 2026House FloorCommittee activity
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
This section tracks committee work such as meetings, reports, or referrals. It mentions legislation such as Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036., committees such as Committee on Rules.
July 20, 2026Extensions of RemarksCommittee activity
SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
This section tracks committee work such as meetings, reports, or referrals. It mentions legislation such as Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a President pro tempore., committees such as Committee on Foreign Relations. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
Official title: Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings
This section tracks committee work such as meetings, reports, or referrals. It mentions legislation such as Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036., committees such as Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Official title: Daily Digest/COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 2026-07-21
This section tracks committee work such as meetings, reports, or referrals. It mentions legislation such as Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act, committees such as Committee on Appropriations.
Official title: EXECUTIVE AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS
This section covers nominations, confirmations, or other executive branch business. It mentions committees such as Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
HONORING THE LIFE OF MINNESOTA STATE REPRESENTATIVE KAREN CLARK
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Betty McCollum. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE AND SACRIFICE OF MAJOR BRAD "SLATE" HOVEY
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Zach Nunn. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
COMMENDING AND HONORING DR. EDWARD J. BRAYNON, JR.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
RECOGNIZING PAUL LAU'S RETIREMENT FROM SMUD FOLLOWING A 44-YEAR LONG CAREER OF SERVICE
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Doris Matsui. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING AND PAYING TRIBUTE TO THALES CARLTON ROBBINS
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Dustin Johnson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MR. AL ADREVENO
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Sam T. Liccardo. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Eric Sorensen. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Scott Perry. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
CONGRATULATING CHRIS LEPPLER, LANCASTER COUNTY SHERIFF ON HIS RETIREMENT
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Lloyd K. Smucker. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Lisa C. McClain. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Scott Perry. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL JOHN P. HEALY
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as August Pfluger. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Thomas Kean. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING AND PAYING TRIBUTE TO CHARLES BROWN POTTER
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING THE SERVICE OF KATIE BLOUNT TO THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Michael Guest. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING THE LONG ISLAND ASSOCIATION'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Andrew R. Garbarino. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Guy Reschenthaler. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
CONGRATULATING GROWMARK'S CHUCK SPENCER ON HIS RETIREMENT
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Darin Lahood. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
COMMENDING THE HAITIAN AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Doris Matsui. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Scott Perry. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HONORING COLONEL EUGENE K. "GENE" CONTI AND COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR FRANK ROSSI
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is a tribute, commemoration, or district-facing statement. It mentions members such as Frederica Wilson. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
This section is about changes proposed to a bill or resolution. It mentions legislation such as National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027.
This section is about changes proposed to a bill or resolution. It mentions legislation such as National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, committees such as Select Committee on Intelligence.
This section is about changes proposed to a bill or resolution. It mentions committees such as Select Committee on Intelligence, members such as Charles Ellis Schumer.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2026, members such as Brett Guthrie.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act, members such as Brett Guthrie.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as CBP Workload Staffing Model Act, members such as Brett Guthrie.
STEM CELL THERAPEUTIC AND RESEARCH REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2025
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act of 2025, members such as Brett Guthrie.
ACCELERATING ACCESS TO DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER'S PROVIDER TRAINING ACT
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Accelerating Access to Dementia and Alzheimer’s Provider Training Act, members such as Brett Guthrie.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Action for Dental Health Act, committees such as Committee on Appropriations, members such as Brett Guthrie.
PROGRAMS TO PREVENT, DETECT, AND TREAT TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes., committees such as Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, members such as Brett Guthrie.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as To reauthorize the Young Women’s Breast Health Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young Act of 2009., committees such as Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, members such as Brett Guthrie.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act of 2025, committees such as Committee on Energy and Commerce, members such as Brett Guthrie.
ACCELERATING ACCESS TO CRITICAL THERAPIES FOR ALS REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2026
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026, members such as Brett Guthrie.
PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST BY STRENGTHENING PROVIDER ACCOUNTABILITY IN FECA ACT
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act, members such as Tim Walberg.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Ensuring Federal Purchasing Efficiency Act, members such as Eric Burlison.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Stop Secret Spending Act of 2025, members such as Eric Burlison.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as FIT Procurement Act, committees such as Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, members such as Eric Burlison.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Federal Relocation Payment Improvement Act, committees such as Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, members such as Eric Burlison.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2025, members such as Eric Burlison.
EXPANDING WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS FOR CONTRACTORS ACT OF 2026
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026, members such as Eric Burlison.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to support nucleic acid screening, and for other purposes., committees such as Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, members such as Brian Babin.
NEXT-GENERATION GEOTHERMAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ACT
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act, committees such as Committee on Natural Resources, members such as Brian Babin.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as To reauthorize the Young Women’s Breast Health Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young Act of 2009..
PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST BY STRENGTHENING PROVIDER ACCOUNTABILITY IN FECA ACT
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act, members such as Samuel Graves.
REMOVAL OF NAME OF MEMBER AS COSPONSOR OF H.R. 1841
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act, members such as James Moylan.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Remembering the 33rd anniversary of the bombing of the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aries on March 17, 1992, and the 31st anniversary of the bombing of the Argentine-Israeli Mutual Association building in Buenos Aires on July 18, 1994, and recommitting to efforts to uphold justice for victims of the attacks., committees such as Committee on Armed Services.
CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIMITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIMITED TARIFF BENEFITS
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions legislation such as Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes., committees such as Committee on Appropriations.
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions members such as Lloyd Alton Doggett. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
CHANGING OF COMMAND OF LIEUTENANT COLONEL CRAIG A. BONHAM, II, USA
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions members such as Analilia Mejia. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
NATIONAL SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF STATE, AND RELATED PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2027
This section captures a floor statement or debate entry. It mentions members such as Zoe Lofgren. Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
Official title: ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE
This section captures a formal floor step rather than a policy debate. It mentions legislation such as To reauthorize the Young Women’s Breast Health Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young Act of 2009..
This section captures a formal floor step rather than a policy debate. It mentions legislation such as National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, members such as John Thune.
Official title: MEASURE PLACED ON THE CALENDAR--H.R. 2913
This section captures a formal floor step rather than a policy debate. It mentions legislation such as Ukraine Support Act, members such as John Thune.
This section captures a formal floor step rather than a policy debate. It mentions legislation such as To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14., members such as John A. Barrasso.