Capitol Hill Briefing: July 31, 2026

Nine amendments were introduced across the chamber this week, with a bipartisan proposal to modify the Small Business Administration’s disaster relief program drawing early support from five cosponsors. The amendments span issues ranging from federal contracting requirements to amendments to existing appropriations bills, reflecting routine legislative activity with no single measure commanding majority backing yet.

📝 Amendments Submitted Today

SAMDT 6724

SAMDT 6726

SAMDT 6725

SAMDT 6721

SAMDT 6727

SAMDT 6723

SAMDT 6728

SAMDT 6722

SAMDT 6720

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📊 See how every member voted on ThePolitibase. Data from Congress.gov, senate.gov, clerk.house.gov, and the FEC.