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Week of Aug 10 · Updated nightly ·

  1. 1Digital Asset Regulation BillIf you trade digital currencies or assets, this bill could change how you do business and protect you from fraud.#3 most-read bill on Congress.govHR 3633·In the Senate
  2. 2Tax Break for Early Childhood EducatorsIf you are an early childhood educator, you can deduct your expenses starting in 2026, just like K-12 teachers.Passed the Senate on Aug 10HR 5334·On the President's desk
  3. 321st Century ROAD to Housing ActIf you are searching for affordable housing, this bill could help create more options in your area.Signed into law on Jul 11HR 6644·Now law
  4. 4▲3Stops Minting Pennies and Rounds Cash PaymentsIf you pay with cash, your total will be rounded to the nearest five cents starting with this bill.Passed the Senate on Aug 10S 1525·In the House
  5. 5▼1Bans Congress Stock Buys, Requires Photo Voter IDIf you vote in federal elections, you would have to show photo ID at the polls. If you are a Member of Congress, you could no longer buy stocks and would have to announce sales 7 to 14 days ahead.Passed the House on Aug 6HR 7008·In the Senate
  6. 6▼1Extension of Duty-Free Imports from AfricaIf you buy products imported from eligible African countries, they could remain cheaper due to no import taxes until 2028.Passed the Senate on Aug 10HR 6500·On the President's desk
  7. 7▲3Increases Military Funding for 2027If you live near a military base, this bill could lead to new construction projects and increased local jobs in 2027.Passed the House on Jul 22HR 8800·In the Senate
  8. 8▼2Improves Emergency Protocols for Federal BuildingsIf you work in a federal building, this improves how quickly you will be informed about threats nearby.Passed the Senate on Aug 10S 2542·In the House
  9. 9NEWIncreases Spending Transparency for ContractsIf you are a taxpayer, this bill helps ensure that all federal spending, including special contracts, is publicly reported.Passed the Senate on Aug 10HR 2069·On the President's desk
  10. 10▲3Funds Down Syndrome Research and SupportIf you have a family member with Down syndrome, this bill will improve research and support services starting in 2026.Passed the Senate on Aug 10S 1838·In the House
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