Congressional Record — January 29, 2026

Overview of the day

The Senate convened to consider a six-bill appropriations package, specifically focusing on the motion to proceed to H.R. 7148. The day was marked by significant debate regarding Department of Homeland Security (DHS) accountability, the impact of winter storms on energy infrastructure, and the promotion of school choice. The Senate passed three resolutions, received numerous executive and military nominations, and processed various bills and joint resolutions.

Summary of the House proceedings

There was no House activity on this date.

Summary of Senate proceedings

S. Res. 592 was passed to support the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer".
S. Res. 593 was passed to honor the victims of the 2025 Potomac River mid-air collision.
S. Res. 594 was passed to celebrate the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.
H.R. 7148 was considered; the Senate rejected the motion to close further debate on the motion to proceed to the bill by a vote of 45 yeas to 55 nays.
H.R. 7148 was the subject of a discussion regarding the use of earmarks and federal spending levels.
H.R. 7148 had 127 amendments proposed to it.
H.R. 260 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to require a strategy to oppose financial or material support to the Taliban.
S. 2904 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to impose sanctions regarding the shadow fleet of the Russian Federation.
S. 2722 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to promote the energy security of Taiwan.
S. 3496 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to implement a Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Strategy.
S. 2222 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to enhance the security of undersea communication cables vital to Taiwan.
S. 3249 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to enhance strategic coordination of international subsea fiber-optic cables.
S. 3360 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to require a report on internet freedom in Iran.
S. 1216 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to support Taiwan's international space.
S. 1369 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to authorize sanctions regarding illegal fishing and endangered species.
S. 2236 was favorably reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa.
S. 3721 was introduced to amend the Truth in Lending Act regarding maximum annual percentage rates for consumer credit transactions.
S. 3722 was introduced to restore and extend tax credits for energy efficiency.
S. 3723 was introduced to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study for a project to supply water from the Missouri River to the Western Dakota Regional Water System.
S. 3724 was introduced to include certain reporting to the uniform crime reporting program.
S. 3725 was introduced to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study for expanding the capacity and reach of the Lewis and Clark Rural Water System in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota.
S. 3726 was introduced to define veteran success and develop a National Veterans Strategy.
S. 3727 was introduced to combat fraud in Federal programs.
S. 3728 was introduced to modify considerations for non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes.
S. 3729 was introduced to require reports on agreements with pharmacy benefit managers.
S. 3730 was introduced to provide Medicare coverage for ambulance services that do not include transportation.
S. 3731 was introduced to require reporting of law enforcement officer misconduct allegations to the Attorney General.
S. 3732 was introduced to authorize assistance under the storage program of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act.
S. 3733 was introduced to authorize public libraries to collect fees for passport applications.
S. 3734 was introduced to address deposit insurance applications submitted by industrial banks.
S. 3735 was introduced to prohibit the use of living political figures' images on certain Federal recreational lands passes.
S. 3736 was introduced to conduct a feasibility study for the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System.
S. 3737 was introduced to amend the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act of 1991 to provide assistance for innovative water partnership agreements and agricultural water efficiency measures.
S. 3738 was introduced to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish a Water Conveyance Improvement Program.
S. 3739 was introduced to carry out a demonstration project on over-the-counter hearing aids for veterans.
S. 3740 was introduced to impose sanctions on the Government of Syria.
S. 3741 was introduced to improve nucleic acid synthesis security regulations.
S. 3742 was introduced to improve incident reporting for certain autonomous vehicles.
S. 3743 was introduced to conduct a feasibility study on a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam.
S. 3744 was introduced to prohibit official interference with immigration laws.
S. 3745 was introduced to provide a civil remedy for individuals whose rights were violated by CBP or ICE officers.
S. 3746 was introduced to prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers.
S. 3747 was introduced to recognize home-schooled students as high school graduates.
S. 3748 was introduced to terminate the United States African Development Foundation.
S. 3749 was introduced to lower the aggregate market value for well-known seasoned issuers.
S. 3750 was introduced to establish provider directory requirements under Medicare Advantage.
S. 3751 was introduced to study price-related compensation in the prescription drug supply chain.
S. 3752 was introduced to require proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections.
S.J. Res. 104 was introduced to direct the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran not authorized by Congress.
S. 128, S. 272, S. 455, S. 494, S. 1228, S. 1261, S. 1352, S. 1374, S. 1410, S. 1552, S. 1562, S. 1677, S. 1773, S. 1808, S. 1892, S. 2106, S. 2212, S. 2518, S. 3062, S. 3108, S. 3187, S. 3302, S. 3368, S. 3520, S. 3606, S. 3653, S. 3660, S. 3687, S. 3720, S.J. Res. 102, S.J. Res. 103, S. Res. 61, S. Res. 573 received additional cosponsors.
H.R. 6938 was mentioned in a vote explanation provided by Mr. Peters.
An original bill entitled "Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act" was favorably reported by the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.