H.R. 1346 – Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act – Would allow year‑round sales of E15 gasoline. Passed the House on a 218‑203 roll‑call vote.

H. Con. Res. 96 – Expressing support for law enforcement officers – Passed the House 243‑173.

S. 71 – Baby Changing on Board Act – Requires Amtrak to install baby changing tables on passenger rail cars. Passed the Senate (final text not yet posted).

S. 3199 – 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act – Directs the FCC and GAO to improve geolocation for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline calls. Passed the Senate (final text not yet posted).

S. Res. 723 – Honoring former Sen. Dirk Kempthorne – Agreed to by Senate (final text not yet posted).

S. Res. 724 – Recognizing teachers – Agreed to by Senate (final text not yet posted).

Proclamation – Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2026 – Issued by the President, honoring law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

Executive Order (continuation of national emergency) – Continuing the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13873 of May 15, 2019, regarding the information and communications technology and services (ICTS) supply chain (message transmitted to Congress May 12, 2026).

House – H.R. 1346 (E15 fuel sales): Passed 218–203. The bill now moves to the Senate.

House – H. Con. Res. 96 (law enforcement support): Agreed to 243–173 as part of National Police Week activities.

Senate – S.J. Res. 163 (Iran war powers): Motion to discharge the resolution requiring removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities against Iran failed (49‑50).

Senate – Kevin Warsh (Federal Reserve Chairman): Confirmed 54‑45.

Senate – S. Res. 526 (shutdown pay): Cloture on the motion to proceed was invoked 99‑0, setting up a final vote on the resolution that would withhold senators’ pay during a government shutdown.

Senate Appropriations – Department of Defense budget – Heard testimony from Secretary Hegseth, General Caine, and Acting Under Secretary Hurst (not yet posted on Congress.gov).

House Armed Services – Air Force FY2027 budget request for seapower and projection forces – Witnesses included William Bailey and Lt. Gen. David Tabor (not yet posted).

Senate Judiciary – Protecting kids online – Witnesses included parents and legal experts (not yet posted).

House Energy & Commerce – Permitting transmission for reliable and affordable power – Focused on electric grid modernization (not yet posted).

S. 4480 Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization – Reauthorizes a key program that coordinates and integrates ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes data—critical for weather forecasting, climate research, and maritime safety.

S.4481 Innovative Maternal Payment and Coverage to Save Moms Act – Requires HHS to establish a Medicaid/CHIP demonstration project allowing states to test new payment models for maternity care, focusing on improving outcomes and access for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

S.4482 Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety Act – Improves care for pregnant individuals in Medicare-participating hospitals by requiring discharge plans and creating training grants, maternal health dashboards, and a research initiative on maternal care.

S.4484 I-47 Future Interstate Act of 2026 – Amends federal transportation law to officially designate a portion of U.S. Route 287, running from Port Arthur, Texas, to Choteau, Montana, as Interstate I-47.

S.4485 Gas Tax Suspension Act – Proposes amending the Internal Revenue Code to temporarily suspend or reduce the federal excise tax on gasoline and diesel, lowering fuel costs for consumers and businesses.

S.4486 White House Executive Residence Activities Authorization – Amends Title 3 of the U.S. Code to formalize a process for authorizing specific activities that take place at the White House's Executive Residence.

S.4487 Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Act of 2026 – Mandates a COLA for veterans with service-connected disabilities and their survivors, effective December 1, 2026, matching the percentage increase applied to Social Security benefits.

Ohio HB857 – “Enact the Housing Recovery Act” – Last action: Referred to committee on Development (May 13, 2026).

Ohio HCR42 – “Urge Congress to enact the Veterans’ ACCESS Act” – Introduced and referred to Committee on Veterans and Military Development (May 13, 2026).

Senate: Will vote on cloture for en bloc nominations pursuant to S. Res. 690 on May 14. The second budget reconciliation bill (immigration/White House security) is expected on the floor.

House: Will complete consideration of H. Con. Res. 75 (Iran war powers) on May 14. Committee markups include the Commerce‑Justice‑Science appropriations bill and numerous veterans’ health bills.

Committees: Defense authorization hearings for the Navy, Air Force, and Army continue; the Rules Committee will set parameters for the FY2027 MilCon‑VA appropriations bill.

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