Congress Junkies

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WEEK OF JUNE 1 TUESDAY, JUNE 2 On Tuesday, the House will meet at noon for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Any request for a recorded vote will be postponed. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules: H.R. 5682 – To take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes., as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Issa / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 41 – Unrecognized Southeast Alaska Native Communities Recognition and Compensation Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Begich / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 2768 – Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Fleischmann / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 3831 – Florida Safe Seas Act of 2025 (Sponsored by Rep. Webster / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 4463 – To amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993. (Sponsored by Rep. Norman / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 5911 – Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Hurd / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 6162 – Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Stansbury / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 7618 – American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2026, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Kiggans / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 7831 – License to Drill Act (Sponsored by Rep. Kennedy (UT) / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 1687 – CLEAN Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Fulcher / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 5631 – Geothermal Energy Advancement Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Hurd / Natural Resources Committee) S. 254 – ARTIST Act (Sponsored by Sen. Sullivan / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 7250 – To reauthorize the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act of 2000. (Sponsored by Rep. Downing / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 3922 – Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Neguse / Natural Resources Committee) H.R. 2860 – Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Larsen / Natural Resources Committee) WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK On Wednesday and Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and noon for legislative business. On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes expected no later than 3:00 p.m. Legislation Considered Pursuant to a Rule: H.R. 7726 – Stop Child Care Scams Act of 2026 (Sponsored by Rep. Miller (IL) / Education and Workforce Committee) H.R. 8872 – Preventing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in TANF Act (Sponsored by Rep. Carey / Ways and Means Committee) H.R. 8646 – Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027 (Sponsored by Rep. Harris (MD) / Appropriations Committee) H.R. 7892 – No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 (Sponsored by Rep. Owens / Education and Workforce Committee) Legislation that may be Considered: Complete Consideration of H. Con. Res. 86 – Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. (Sponsored by Rep. Meeks / Foreign Affairs Committee) H. Con. Res. 84 – Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon. (Sponsored by Rep. Tlaib / Foreign Affairs Committee) Democrat Discharge Petition H. Res. 518 – Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes. (Sponsored by Rep. Meeks / Rules Committee)

 

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Every Week Steve Scalise sends out an email on what that weeks Republican Agenda will be.
You can look up the Bills yourself and or you can watch the debates on C-Span or FedNet on YTube.
These bills have already been through committees and the Rules committee and are now heading to the floor for debate, passage or fail, or return to committee for more consideration.

On this website here:

Homepage | house.gov

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You can follow what is happening. Follow Committee meetings, Rules, Ways and Means Committees.
So much going on, not enough hours in the day to watch them all.

Looks like really good things are on the horizon.

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In Other News

WEEK IN REVIEW

Violent Crime Plummeted at the Fastest Rate in Nearly 90 Years according to a new FBI report, with officials confirming that the Trump administration's tough-on-crime policies are working. Communities across America are safer, and the results speak for themselves — this is what happens when law enforcement is fully backed by the President of the United States. The Administration's Anti-Fraud Momentum is Accelerating as President Trump's task force continues its work targeting an estimated $250 billion in government fraud — and officials say it is just getting started. Simultaneously, HHS deployed artificial intelligence to detect Medicaid fraud and waste, bringing cutting-edge technology to bear in the fight to protect taxpayer dollars. President Trump is Rebuilding America's Workforce and Economy on multiple fronts this week. The administration launched Workforce Pell Grants to fast-track Americans into high-demand skilled trades, reversed Biden-era refrigerant regulations to lower grocery costs, and committed $2 billion to quantum-computing firms to ensure America leads the next technological revolution. The DOJ also exposed a two-decade-long election fraud scheme in California, validating the administration's push for election integrity. America's Faith is on Full Display as thousands packed the National Mall for an America 250 prayer rally where President Trump read from the Bible — a powerful testament to the nation's spiritual revival. As we mark Memorial Day, we honor the fallen heroes whose sacrifice made this resurgence possible — and we recommit to building the America they died defending. The UAE Made History This Week by Exiting OPEC in a landmark diplomatic victory for President Trump, delivering a major shift in global energy markets that is expected to increase oil supply and put downward pressure on energy prices for American families. The move reflects the growing influence of President Trump's America First energy agenda on the world stage.

FROM THE WHITE HOUSE

FACT SHEET: TRUMP REVERSES BIDEN-ERA REFRIGERANT RULES | President Trump reversed Biden-era EPA refrigerant regulations, cutting red tape that was driving up costs for grocery retailers and ultimately raising prices for American families at the checkout line. Read the Fact Sheet. FACT SHEET: TRUMPRX.GOV EXPANSION BRINGS TRANSPARENCY AND CHOICE ON EVERYDAY MEDICINES | President Trump announced the expansion of TrumpRx.gov, giving Americans a direct tool to compare prices and access more choices on everyday prescription medicines as part of his mission to lower drug costs. Read the Fact Sheet. PRESIDENT TRUMP'S INTEL DEAL AND SOARING MARKETS PROVE AMERICA FIRST WORKS | The White House highlighted President Trump's landmark Intel deal and surging financial markets as definitive proof that the America First economic agenda is delivering historic results for workers, investors, and businesses nationwide. Read the Release. FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP'S 4 COMMUNITY-CENTRIC PILLARS OF FOSTER CARE | First Lady Melania Trump unveiled her four community-centric pillars of foster care reform, deepening the Fostering the Future initiative's reach and calling on local communities to step up for America's most vulnerable children. Read the Statement. PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE ON CUBAN INDEPENDENCE DAY | President Trump issued a message of solidarity to the Cuban people on Cuban Independence Day, reaffirming America's unwavering support for their freedom and condemnation of the island's authoritarian regime. Read the Message. AMERICA 250: PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE ON AMELIA EARHART'S FLIGHT ACROSS THE ATLANTIC | President Trump honored Amelia Earhart's historic transatlantic flight as part of the America 250 celebration, saluting her fearless spirit as a timeless symbol of American ambition and courage. Read the Message.

 

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https://www.justice.gov/news

Press Release

California Man Sentenced to 65 Months in Prison for Trafficking At Least 1,700 Animals into the United States from Mexico​

May 29, 2026

Press Release

Florida Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Biofuel Fraud Conspiracy​

May 29, 2026

Press Release

County Housing Official Sentenced for His Role in Multimillion-Dollar Scheme to Receive Bribes From Hawaii Businessman and Attorneys​

May 29, 2026

Press Release

Member of the Fully Blooded Felons Gang Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for RICO, Drug, and Firearm Offenses​

May 29, 2026

more...

https://www.justice.gov/news

Just because you don't see it, doesn't mean it isn't happening.

The media won't tell you what they don't want you to know.
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Environmental Crimes Bulletin – March 2026

This issue of the Bulletin includes cases involving dog fighting, reptile trafficking, pesticide smuggling, hazardous waste storage, and more.

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It's pretty bad out there folks.
But we will have Justice even for animals.
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Acting Assistant Attorney General Omeed A. Assefi Delivers Remarks on the Indictment of Four Container Manufacturing Companies and Seven of Their Executives for Price Fixing Scheme During Covid Pandemic

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Acting Assistant Attorney General Omeed A. Assefi Delivers Remarks on the Indictment of Four Container Manufacturing Companies and Seven of Their Executives for Price Fixing Scheme During Covid Pandemic​

Tuesday, May 19, 2026


As outlined in the indictment, all of the defendants have been charged with one count of violating Section 1 of the Sherman Antitrust Act. And one defendant, executive Vick Ma, was arrested earlier this year in France where he is currently pending extradition to the United States.

This historic indictment makes clear the Justice Department’s commitment to prosecuting antitrust crimes wherever they occur.

Simply put, if you fix prices, rig bids, or allocate markets, the Antitrust Division will track you down, prosecute you, and put you behind bars. The charges we announce today underscore that truth.

This case is about approximately $35 billion dollars of global commerce that affected every American on a human level. It’s about the necessary goods and supplies we rely on every day to care for ourselves and our loved ones. This case affected every American store shelf and every American home.

It’s about how, at the height of the Covid pandemic, the defendants lined their own pockets by choking the world’s supply of shipping containers — all at the expense of the American People, who suffered goods shortages and surging prices.

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Our Government is under New Management.
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48,069 results
April 13th, 2026 (Updated on April 13th, 2026)

Northern District of Oklahoma | Serial Child Predator Sentenced for Accessing Child Sexual Abuse Material | United States Department of Justice​

A serial child predator was sentenced today for accessing child pornography...previously convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material twice, announced...Release Serial Child Predator Sentenced for Accessing Child Sexual Abuse Material...– A serial child predator was ...
www.justice.gov/usao-ndok/pr/serial-child-predator-sentenced-accessing-child-sex...

March 9th, 2026 (Updated on March 9th, 2026)

Northern District of Oklahoma | Child Predator Flagged by Kik for Sharing Child Pornography | United States Department of Justice​

A child predator living in Tulsa was sentenced today for Receipt and Distribution...Distribution of Child Pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson....Press Release Child Predator Flagged by Kik for Sharing Child Pornography Monday...District of Oklahoma TULSA, Okla. – A ...
www.justice.gov/usao-ndok/pr/child-predator-flagged-kik-sharing-child-pornograph...

October 22nd, 2025 (Updated on October 22nd, 2025)

District of Idaho | Post Falls Man Indicted for Sexual Exploitation of a Child, Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials, and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials | United States Department of Justice​

Sexual Exploitation of a Child, Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials,... and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials, U.S. Attorney Bart Davis announced...Sexual Exploitation of a Child, Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials,... and Possession of Child Sexual ...
www.justice.gov/usao-id/pr/post-falls-man-indicted-sexual-exploitation-child-dis...

January 26th, 2026 (Updated on January 26th, 2026)

Northern District of Florida | PENSACOLA MAN SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR CHILD EXPLOITATION & CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CRIMES | United States Department of Justice​

engaging in a child exploitation enterprise, distribution of child pornography...pornography, and possession of child pornography involving minors under 12 years of age...YEARS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR CHILD EXPLOITATION & CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CRIMES Monday...engaging in a child ...
www.justice.gov/usao-ndfl/pr/pensacola-man-sentenced-20-years-federal-prison-chi...

May 4th, 2026 (Updated on May 4th, 2026)

Southern District of Iowa | Des Moines Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Exploitation and Child Pornography Charges | United States Department of Justice​

exploitation of a child and one count of possession of child pornography....Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Exploitation and Child Pornography Charges Friday...exploitation of a child and one count of possession of child pornography. According
www.justice.gov/usao-sdia/pr/des-moines-man-pleads-guilty-federal-child-exploita...

June 12th, 2025 (Updated on June 17th, 2025)

Northern District of Oklahoma | Former Child Abuse and Neglect Investigator Sentenced for Possessing Child Pornography | United States Department of Justice​

A Sapulpa man and former child abuse and neglect investigator was sentenced...sentenced today for Possession of Child Pornography in Indian Country, announced U.S...Former Child Abuse and Neglect Investigator Sentenced for Possessing Child Pornography...TULSA, Okla. – A Sapulpa ...
www.justice.gov/usao-ndok/pr/former-child-abuse-and-neglect-investigator-sentenc...

July 25th, 2025 (Updated on July 25th, 2025)

Northern District of California | Monterey Man Charged With Production Of Child Sexual Abuse Materials And Other Child Exploitation Offenses | United States Department of Justice​

Rios on seven counts of child exploitation and child pornography offenses...With Production Of Child Sexual Abuse Materials And Other Child Exploitation Offenses...Rios on seven counts of child exploitation and child pornography offenses. Rios
www.justice.gov/usao-ndca/pr/monterey-man-charged-production-child-sexual-abuse-...

May 28th, 2025 (Updated on May 28th, 2025)

District of New Jersey | Sussex County Woman and Texas Man Admit to Exploiting a Child and Producing Child Pornography | United States Department of Justice​

exploiting a child and producing child pornography, as well as to other child pornography...Man Admit to Exploiting a Child and Producing Child Pornography Wednesday, May...exploiting a child and producing child pornography, as well as to other child pornography
www.justice.gov/usao-nj/pr/sussex-county-woman-and-texas-man-admit-exploiting-ch...

March 31st, 2026 (Updated on March 31st, 2026)

Southern District of Texas | Corpus Christi resident admits to producing child sexual child abuse material involving toddler | United States Department of Justice​

entered a guilty plea to production of child pornography...resident admits to producing child sexual child abuse material involving toddler...entered a guilty plea to production of child pornography, announced Acting U.S.
www.justice.gov/usao-sdtx/pr/corpus-christi-resident-admits-producing-child-sexu...

February 3rd, 2026 (Updated on February 3rd, 2026)

District of Maryland | Aberdeen Woman Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Exploitation Crimes | United States Department of Justice​

pled guilty in federal court today, to child sexual exploitation charges.Ashley...trafficking a child, sexually exploiting a child, and distributing child sexual abuse...Release Aberdeen Woman Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Exploitation Crimes Tuesday...Defendant used Kik account ...
www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/aberdeen-woman-pleads-guilty-child-sexual-exploitatio...

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio Defends Trump's 2027 Budget Before Senate Committee​