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RESCUE Act of 2026

Last action · July 27, 2026: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Sponsors: August Pfluger and 11 others

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What This Bill Would Do

The RESCUE Act of 2026 is a proposed federal bill currently under review by the House Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means. The document does not yet specify the bill's substantive provisions, funding, or specific impacts on residents.

Why it matters

This bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, meaning its final impact on federal services, tax policy, or energy regulations remains to be determined by committee review.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the RESCUE Act of 2026 do?
The document provided is a referral notice and does not contain the specific text or provisions of the bill.
What stage is this bill in?
It has been introduced and referred to the relevant House committees for initial consideration.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

2 actions
  1. Jul 27, 2026HouseCommittee
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  2. Jul 27, 2026HouseIntroduced
    Introduced in House

Version history

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Lobbying Activity

VENABLE LLP

on behalf of ASSOCIATION OF FOOD AND DAIRY RETAILERS, WHOLESALERS AND MANUFACTURERS

Senate LDAMatched on title words onlyView filing on LDA.gov →

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Connected Entities

House Ways and Means Committee, House Energy and Commerce Committee
OrganizationHouse Ways and Means Committee“The committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →
OrganizationHouse Energy and Commerce Committee“The committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.congress.gov

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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