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Capitol Hill Briefing: August 13, 2026

Congress saw minimal legislative activity this past week, with lawmakers submitting just one amendment across both chambers. The low volume suggests a recess period or scheduling gap rather than active floor consideration of major bills.


๐Ÿ“ Amendments Submitted Today

SAMDT 6732
In the nature of a substitute.


๐Ÿ“ฐ In the News

โ€ข One and done term limits could fix Congress – Washington Times

โ€ข Concerned about Trumpโ€™s ballroom project, Senate Democrats seek audit – The Washington Post

โ€ข Who backs Paxton, Talarico in Texas Senate race? See endorsement list – USA Today

โ€ข Arizonaโ€™s toss-up House seat could decide control of Congress – Copper Courier

โ€ข Election Odds for 2026 Midterms โ€“ Trade on Elections in the US – Federal News Network

โ€ข McGovern, Castro lead 5 Members of Congress in asking new Colombian President to support broad range of shared priorities including human rights – Congressman Jim McGovern (.gov)


๐Ÿ“Š See how every member voted on ThePolitibase. Data from Congress.gov, senate.gov, clerk.house.gov, and the FEC.

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