Civil Rights Bills in Congress
4106 bills classified under Civil Rights · Updated June 12, 2026
What Congress Is Doing on Civil Rights
Congress is actively addressing various civil rights issues through a range of proposed legislation. Recent bills include H.Res.1257, which expresses support for May 5, 2026, as the 'National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls,' highlighting the ongoing concerns regarding violence against Indigenous women. H.R.8663 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to prohibit wage discrimination based on sex, race, or national origin, reflecting a commitment to equitable labor practices. Additionally, H.Res.1251 calls for action against antisemitism and promotes education about the contributions of the Jewish-American community. Other notable resolutions include H.Res.1244, which advocates for D.C. statehood, addressing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents. The Senate has also introduced resolutions such as S.Res.720, recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and S.Res.715, which reaffirms the importance of press freedom. These legislative efforts underscore Congress's ongoing engagement with civil rights issues, aiming to promote equality and protect the rights of various communities across the United States.
Recent Civil Rights Bills
H.Res.1257 - Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2026, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".
Sponsored by Newhouse, Dan (Washington) · Introduced May 4, 2026
H.Res.1253 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
Sponsored by Fitzpatrick, Brian K. (Pennsylvania) · Introduced May 4, 2026
H.J.Res.174 - Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide for term limits for justices of the Supreme Court.
Sponsored by Olszewski, Johnny (Maryland) · Introduced May 4, 2026
H.R.8663 - Fair Pay Act of 2026
Sponsored by Norton, Eleanor Holmes (Unknown) · Introduced May 4, 2026
S.Res.722 - A resolution addressing the politicization of war crimes allegations against allied special operations forces.
Sponsored by Ernst, Joni (Iowa) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.720 - A resolution recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
Sponsored by Hirono, Mazie K. (Hawaii) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.716 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding critical elements of the United States policy towards the People's Republic of China.
Sponsored by Coons, Christopher A. (Delaware) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.714 - A resolution supporting the designation of May 10, 2026, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day".
Sponsored by Hirono, Mazie K. (Hawaii) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.715 - A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide, including increasing harm to journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2026.
Sponsored by Schatz, Brian (Hawaii) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.712 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of general elections in Venezuela.
Sponsored by Kaine, Tim (Virginia) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.4473 - China-Africa Mining Transparency Act
Sponsored by Sheehy, Tim (Montana) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.4465 - A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Cotton, Tom (Arkansas) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.4454 - Firearm Safety Act of 2026
Sponsored by Booker, Cory A. (New Jersey) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1251 - Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish-American community.
Sponsored by Wasserman Schultz, Debbie (Florida) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1249 - Unhoused Persons Bill of Rights
Sponsored by Tlaib, Rashida (Michigan) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1248 - Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit Members, officers, and employees of the House of Representatives from participating in prediction markets in certain cases, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Titus, Dina (Nevada) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1247 - Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2102) to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for concurrent receipt of veterans' disability compensation and retired pay for disability retirees with combat-related disabilities, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Takano, Mark (California) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1244 - Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2026, as "D.C. Statehood Day".
Sponsored by Norton, Eleanor Holmes (Unknown) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1243 - Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
Sponsored by Meng, Grace (New York) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1241 - Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to access to and usage of NUMIDENT, death information, and other personally identifiable information in the possession of the Social Security Administration by an individual acting for or on behalf of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Sponsored by Larson, John B. (Connecticut) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.Res.1239 - Condemning antisemitic hate-filled rhetoric and content disseminated by prominent online personalities, and urging social media platforms and public leaders to denounce and address such conduct.
Sponsored by Gottheimer, Josh (New Jersey) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.167 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt".
Sponsored by Pressley, Ayanna (Massachusetts) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.171 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2022-06: Unfair Returned Deposited Item Fee Assessment Practices".
Sponsored by Williams, Nikema (Georgia) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.170 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "The Fair Credit Reporting Act's Limited Preemption of State Laws".
Sponsored by Waters, Maxine (California) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.169 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-05: Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices".
Sponsored by Velázquez, Nydia M. (New York) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.168 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2022-01: Medical Debt Collection and Consumer Reporting Requirements in Connection with the No Surprises Act".
Sponsored by Tlaib, Rashida (Michigan) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.166 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2015-07 re: in-person collection of consumer debt".
Sponsored by Pettersen, Brittany (Colorado) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.165 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports".
Sponsored by Pettersen, Brittany (Colorado) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.164 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Equal Credit Opportunity (Regulation B); Revocations or Unfavorable Changes to the Terms of Existing Credit Arrangements".
Sponsored by Fields, Cleo (Louisiana) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.163 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Application of Regulation Z's Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest".
Sponsored by Fields, Cleo (Louisiana) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.162 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Consumer Protections for Home Sales Financed Under Contracts for Deed".
Sponsored by Cleaver, Emanuel (Missouri) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.161 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Bulletin 2012-04: Lending discrimination (April 18, 2012)".
Sponsored by Beatty, Joyce (Ohio) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.J.Res.160 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-04: Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057".
Sponsored by Green, Al (Texas) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8643 - Financial Access Protection Act
Sponsored by Torres, Ritchie (New York) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8642 - PATH to the Foreign Service Act
Sponsored by Titus, Dina (Nevada) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8641 - Protecting Passengers from Discrimination Act
Sponsored by Thanedar, Shri (Michigan) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8637 - Release Your Taxes Act of 2026
Sponsored by Stevens, Haley M. (Michigan) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8634 - Consanguineous Marriage Prohibition Act of 2026
Sponsored by Self, Keith (Texas) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8620 - CARES Hotline Act
Sponsored by Menendez, Robert (New Jersey) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H.R.8595 - National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
Sponsored by Diaz-Balart, Mario (Florida) · Introduced Apr 30, 2026
S.Res.703 - A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
Sponsored by Ernst, Joni (Iowa) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
S.Res.699 - A resolution expressing support for the recognition of April as "National Language Access Month".
Sponsored by Padilla, Alex (California) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
S.J.Res.189 - A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to protect United States citizenship.
Sponsored by Paul, Rand (Kentucky) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
S.4437 - Puppy Protection Act of 2026
Sponsored by Durbin, Richard J. (Illinois) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
S.4432 - Tibet Atrocities Determination Act
Sponsored by Scott, Rick (Florida) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
S.4426 - STOP Act
Sponsored by Marshall, Roger (Kansas) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
H.Res.1230 - Addressing the politicization of war crimes allegations against allied Special Operations Forces.
Sponsored by Harrigan, Pat (North Carolina) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
H.Res.1236 - Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month".
Sponsored by Walberg, Tim (Michigan) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
H.Res.1235 - Recognizing the 51st anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.
Sponsored by Tran, Derek (California) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
H.Res.1233 - Expressing support for the recognition of April as National Foster Sibling Connections Month.
Sponsored by Nunn, Zachary (Iowa) · Introduced Apr 29, 2026
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