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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap – Week of June 22, 2026
Washington,
June 26, 2026
Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week:
Agriculture On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on Agriculture held a full committee hearing with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Richard Fordyce, to discuss implementation of the agricultural provisions included in H.R. 1. The provisions in H.R. 1 extend key farm safety net programs through 2031, strengthen crop insurance and disaster assistance programs, and increase long-term funding for major conservation initiatives, making USDA’s implementation of these changes critical for rural communities across the country.  On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture held a hearing called "Reviewing Partnerships to Enhance Management of the National Forest System," during which committee members heard testimony from state and local officials, law enforcement, conservation organizations, and industry stakeholders on partnerships that support forest restoration, wildfire risk reduction, public safety, and active management across federal, state, tribal, and private forest lands. The hearing comes as the Forest Service faces growing challenges from catastrophic wildfires, declining forest health, and increased management demands across the 193 million-acre National Forest System, while the Committee considers policies to strengthen cross-boundary forest management and restoration efforts. Appropriations On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on Appropriations successfully reported the Fiscal Year 2027 Defense Appropriations Act out of full committee. Led by Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert, the measure recognizes a simple reality – a safer world depends on a strong America. Every investment is focused on delivering capability to the warfighter, modernizing our military, revitalizing the critical supply chains, and improving quality of life for those who serve. This also marked the twelfth and final FY27 bill reported by the full committee, completing markup action on all 12 annual appropriations measures and reaffirming our dedication to Article I.    Education & Workforce On Wednesday, June 24, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held a hearing called "Workforce Rewired: Modern Apprenticeships for a Modern Economy." Republicans used the hearing to highlight a simple fact: a four-year degree is not the only path to success. Apprenticeships allow Americans to earn while they learn, develop valuable skills, and enter high-demand careers without being buried in debt. As technology and AI continue to reshape the workplace, these programs help workers stay competitive and help employers find the talent they need. Expanding apprenticeships will help grow the workforce, strengthen the economy, and create more opportunity for hardworking Americans.  On Thursday, June 25, the Committee on Education & Workforce held a full committee markup on the following measures:
  Energy & Commerce On Wednesday, June 24, the Subcommittee on Environment held a hearing called "Trash to Treasure: Examining Legislation to Support Domestic Critical Mineral Recovery and Recycling." To protect America's national security, it’s vital that we onshore our critical mineral supply chains, reducing our reliance on foreign countries. This hearing focused on important legislation to strengthen our domestic capabilities onshore critical minerals and ensure Americans have access to the resources we need. On Wednesday, June 24, the Subcommittee on Energy held a markup on the following measures:
 On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing called "State Medicaid Program Integrity: Examining Fraud Risks and Oversight Deficiencies." The subcommittee held a hearing with state Medicaid directors to understand how they’re working to address fraud running rampant in Medicaid programs across the country. Medicaid fraudsters have caused elderly Americans miss in-home care, children to not receive essential treatments, and vulnerable Americans unable get the preventative care they need.  On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Health held a markup on the following measures:
 Financial Services On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on Financial Services held a full committee hearing called "Future of Payments: Promoting Innovation and Fair Markets." The Committee examined the changing landscape of the nation’s payments system and its implications on bank and non-bank charters.    Foreign Affairs On Thursday, June 25, the East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee held a hearing called "Implementing an America First Approach in the East Asia and Pacific Region." The lawmakers received testimony from Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Michael DeSombre on the State Department’s goals in the region including bolstering US strength with allies and partners, advancing American prosperity through commercial diplomacy, and stopping the flow of fentanyl and illegal immigrants from Asia into North America. During her opening remarks, Subcommittee Chairwoman Young Kim emphasized the critical role the bureau plays in advancing U.S. policy that prioritizes American strength, prosperity, and security while outcompeting China.  Homeland Security On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on Homeland Security held a full committee markup on the following measures:
   House Administration On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on House Administration held a full committee markup of the following measures:
 On Thursday, June 25, the Committee on House Administration held a full committee hearing called “The Congressional Research Service and the Future of AI-Enabled Policy Analysis.”   Intelligence On Wednesday, June 24, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence held a closed full committee hearing called "Effectiveness of the Intelligence Community's Inspector General." Judiciary On Wednesday, June 24, the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust held a hearing called "The 30,000 Foot View: Competition and Regulation in the U.S. Airline Industry," examined competition and regulation in the U.S. airline industry, including the current market structure and government regulations. The hearing also examined recent mergers and acquisitions in the airline industry.   Natural Resources On Wednesday, June 24, the Committee on Natural Resources held a full committee markup on the following measure:
   On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held an oversight hearing on the "Beneath the Surface: Earth MRI and America's Resource Potential." Members examined the importance of reauthorizing the U.S. Geological Survey's Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI), which modernizes mapping of America's surface and subsurface resources to identify critical minerals, strengthen domestic supply chains, encourage private investment and bolster America's economic and national security. Oversight and Government Reform On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency held a hearing called "Combating Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in SNAP." During the hearing, members examined the root causes of waste, fraud, and abuse within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The hearing also explored reforms and oversight measures that would strengthen SNAP program integrity, safeguard taxpayer dollars, and ensure benefits are directed to eligible recipients.    Rules On Tuesday, June 23, the Committee on Rules met on the following measures:
 Science, Space, and Technology On Wednesday, June 24, the Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight held a hearing called "Safeguarding Federal Research Funds: The False Claims Act's Role in Combating Grant Fraud." The purpose of the hearing was to examine how federal law enforcement agencies use the False Claims Act to combat fraud and misconduct in federally funded research. The hearing reviewed recent enforcement actions involving grant fraud, undisclosed foreign funding, and cybersecurity noncompliance, and explored ways to strengthen accountability, research integrity, and national security protections across the federal research enterprise.   On Thursday, June 25, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology held a full committee markup and advanced ten bipartisan AI bills that support American innovation, strengthen the AI workforce, and help keep the United States at the forefront of artificial intelligence.
 Select Committee on China On Thursday, June 25, the Select Committee on China held a hearing called "China’s Economic Espionage and Subnational Influence in the United States." Mr. David Shedd, Former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, Mr. Michael Lucci, Founder & CEO of State Armor, and Mr. John C. Yang, President and Executive Director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice, testified before the committee. The witnesses discussed how the CCP is engaged in an ongoing campaign to undermine the United States through economic and traditional espionage, state-directed cyber intrusions, talent recruitment programs, information warfare, covert influence networks, legal and illegal lobbying, blackmail, infiltrating our critical infrastructure, and transnational repression aimed at the Chinese diaspora. This week, Chairman Moolenaar also cosponsored legislation to prohibit the use of remote sensors and imaging equipment from China in American vehicles. H.R. 6576, the Stopping Adversaries From Exploiting (SAFE) LiDAR Act was introduced by Select Committee member Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and it bans the use of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) from firms based in or controlled from China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea.    Small Business On Thursday, June 25, the Committee on Small Business held a full committee hearing called "From Startup to Scale: The Role of the SBA Office of Investment and Innovation in Powering America’s Small Businesses." The purpose of this hearing was to highlight the role of the Office of Investment and Innovation and amplify how the office has thrived under Administrator Loeffler’s leadership.   Veterans' Affairs On Thursday, June 25, the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs held a legislative hearing on the following measures:
H.R. 8552, the Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026, would provide the annual cost-of-living increase for veterans’ disability compensation, clothing allowances, and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children so those benefits keep pace with inflation. H.R. 8767, the Compensation Fund Recrediting Act, would wind down the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund and return any remaining money in the fund to the general fund of the Treasury. H.R. 9006, the Locating Our Unclaimed Veterans Act, would require V.A. to create a centralized system to collect and store information on unclaimed remains that may belong to veterans. The bill would help V.A. work with coroners, state governments, funeral homes, and other federal agencies to confirm whether unclaimed remains belong to a veteran and help identify next of kin when possible. H.R. 6588, the PROVIDE Act, would require V.A. to prioritize disability compensation claims for veterans living in areas affected by a presidentially declared major disaster. The bill would also require V.A. to provide more flexibility on evidence requirements and filing deadlines when a disaster makes it harder for a veteran to submit a claim. H.R. 6921, the Hawai’i National Cemetery Act, would require V.A. to establish a new national cemetery in the State of Hawai’i. The bill would also require V.A. to consider access, transportation, environmental impact, and input from the Governor of Hawai’i, veterans service organizations, and other local stakeholders when selecting a site. H.R. 9321, the Unclaimed Veterans’ Legacy Grant Program Act, would temporarily expand the authorized uses of Veterans Legacy Program grants to support efforts to locate, identify, and inter unclaimed or abandoned remains believed to belong to veterans.   Ways and Means On Thursday, June 25, the Work & Welfare Subcommittee held a hearing on the "Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program: Early Support, Lifelong Impact." Social workers, parents, and other expert witnesses highlighted the positive effect that home visits have for maternal and child health outcomes. The preventive program supports expecting parents prenatally through age 5 and served 79,000 families with 1 million home visits in fiscal year 2025. National evaluations show that the MIECHV improves maternal health, child development, and reduces family conflict. Unlike other federal welfare programs, the services offered through MIECHV to low-income families are evidence-based and grounded in rigorous evaluation. The program’s authorization will lapse in 2027 meaning that federally-funded home visits for vulnerable parents and children will stop, unless Congress reauthorizes the program. The program was last reauthorized in 2022 in honor of the late Rep. Jackie Walorski, the then-Ranking Member of the Work and Welfare Subcommittee.    ###
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