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ASCEND Act
The House passed this bill and sent it to the Senate in February 2026. It is now waiting for the Senate to take action, but nothing has happened with the bill since February 2026. Because the Senate does not schedule many bills passed by the House, it is unclear if this legislation will move forward.
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Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 344.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2242-2243)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2600.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
ASCEND Act
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