House
4:00 PM ET
The Rules Committee considered H.R. 2189, redefining less-lethal devices, and H.R. 261, concerning undersea cable permits, amidst sharp partisan disagreements on their impacts.
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Feb 9 – Feb 13, 2026 · 60 hearings on the schedule that week. Entries link to transcripts and summaries where they exist.
4:00 PM ET
The Rules Committee considered H.R. 2189, redefining less-lethal devices, and H.R. 261, concerning undersea cable permits, amidst sharp partisan disagreements on their impacts.
2:30 AM ET
Henry T. Wooster (Chargé d'Affaires, U.S. Embassy in Haiti) said the 5,500-troop UN-authorized Gang Suppression Force deploys April 1 and begins clearing operations in May.
10:00 AM ET
Howard Lutnick (Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce) said BEAD reforms saved over $21 billion while achieving universal coverage with 50 of 56 state plans approved.
10:00 AM ET
Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO) announced the committee referred 11 tax-exempt groups to the IRS for investigation and possible revocation of their status due to foreign influence and illegal activities.
10:00 AM ET
Rep. Mast (R, FL-21) said US repealed Caesar sanctions after Assad's fall but demands al-Sharaa meet conditions on integration and minority protection.
2:00 PM ET
The Washington Accords were lauded for bringing DRC and Rwanda to negotiate, but Rep. Jacobs (D) highlighted continued M23 occupation and Rwanda's ongoing support, despite U.S. pressure for withdrawal from Uvira.
2:00 PM ET
Mark Montgomery (Senior Director of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation (CCTI) and Senior Fellow, Foundation for Defense of Democracies) said Russia weaponized migration to degrade NATO readiness.
10:00 AM ET
Sen. Lisa Murkowski entered SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler letter confirming Native 8(a) program is not DEI into official hearing record.
10:00 AM ET
Sen. Cruz (R-TX) convened hearing on whether FCC can lift 39% TV ownership cap as Nexstar-TEGNA merger would reach 80% of households.
10:00 AM ET
Rep. Hill (R, AR-2) said the House advanced the Housing for the 21st Century Act with 390 votes to cut regulatory barriers and boost housing supply.
2:00 PM ET
Rep. Meuser (R, PA-9) said he, Rep. Hill (R, AR-2) and Rep. Flood (R, NE-1) sent oversight letters to 32 troubled PHAs seeking financial and property records.
10:00 AM ET
Todd Lyons (Acting Director, ICE) and Rodney Scott (Commissioner, CBP) committed to provide full Minnesota shooting investigation reports to Congress.
10:15 AM ET
The Supreme Court's *Mahmoud v. Taylor* ruling affirmed parents' constitutional right to opt children out of public school instruction conflicting with religious beliefs.
10:15 AM ET
Jeff Reinbold (President and CEO, National Park Foundation) said Freedom 250 is an LLC created at National Park Service request to disburse federal funds for anniversary events.
2:00 PM ET
Rep. Tiffany (R-WI-7) questioned the Smithsonian's planned content for the Women's History Museum, referencing an executive order about "male athletes participating in women's sports."
10:15 AM ET
The Committee on House Administration discussed the "Make Elections Great Again Act" (MEGA Act), proposing federal election reforms like photo ID and citizenship verification.
10:15 AM ET
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee advanced H.R. 7390, the SELF DRIVE Act, to the full committee on a 12-11 roll call vote, despite Democratic concerns about bipartisanship and safety.
10:15 AM ET
Outcome unconfirmed. We have not confirmed whether this hearing took place. A missing recording does not establish cancellation.
2:00 PM ET
Rep. Hudson (R, NC-9) led voice-vote adoption of H.R. 7386, the First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act, forwarding it to full committee.
10:15 AM ET
Chris Miller (Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Verizon) admitted Verizon turned over Senate phone toll records without notification and pledged new escalation and challenge procedures.
2:30 PM ET
Sen. Cornyn announced the Stop Somali Cash Fraud Act requiring non-citizens carrying over $10,000 to disclose benefit sources 72 hours in advance.
10:30 AM ET
The hearing showcased how states like Alabama and Mississippi achieved significant gains in fourth-grade reading proficiency by implementing "science of reading" strategies, emphasizing phonics and teacher training.
2:00 PM ET
House members expressed bipartisan commitment to codify V-22 safety and readiness improvements into the upcoming National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
2:00 PM ET
Rep. Roy (R, TX-21) convened hearing alleging Texas EPIC development and Dallas tribunals impose Sharia above U.S. Constitution and federal law.
2:30 PM ET
The hearing revealed systemic fraud and foreign influence in state and federal programs, with calls for increased accountability and prosecution to protect taxpayer dollars.
3:00 PM ET
Closed session. This meeting was scheduled as closed to the public. No public recording or transcript is expected.
3:30 PM ET
Rep. Foxx (R, NC-5) advanced S. 1383 to the floor under a closed rule on a 9-4 party-line vote after rejecting Democrats' amendment.
4:30 PM ET
Closed session. This meeting was scheduled as closed to the public. No public recording or transcript is expected.
9:00 AM ET
All three bipartisan bills, H.R. 7401, H.R. 7396, and H.R. 7412, were ordered reported favorably to the House with unanimous 24-0 votes.
10:00 AM ET
Pamela J. Bondi (Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice) said DOJ has pending investigations into Epstein co-conspirators and could bring additional indictments.
10:00 AM ET
Paul Atkins (Chairman, Securities and Exchange Commission) unveiled a three-pillar plan to revive IPOs by cutting disclosure burdens, curbing litigation, and depoliticizing shareholder meetings.
2:00 PM ET
Michael Bright (CEO, Structured Finance Association) confirmed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac remain about $200 billion undercapitalized after 18 years in conservatorship.
10:00 AM ET
The committee favorably reported H.R. 7376, H.R. 7342 as amended, H.R. 7388 as amended, and H. Con. Res. 73 authorizing Capitol grounds memorial events.
10:00 AM ET
Witnesses urged Congress to codify U.S. Taiwan policy, including the Taiwan Relations Act and Six Assurances, via resolution to counter PRC manipulation and ensure clarity.
10:00 AM ET
Ranking Member DeLauro (Democratic-CT-3) introduced a bill to fully fund DHS agencies, excluding ICE and CBP, to prevent a shutdown while allowing separate negotiations for ICE reforms.
10:00 AM ET
Postponed. This hearing was postponed. A new date has not been confirmed.
10:15 AM ET
The hearing revealed AI's potential to transform workplace safety from reactive to preventive, but also highlighted critical concerns about worker privacy, surveillance, and the need for human oversight.
10:15 AM ET
Rep. Griffith (R, VA-9) hailed last week's biggest PBM reform package in history while David Marin (President and CEO, Pharmaceutical Care Management Association) described transparency, pass-through and de-linking provisions.
10:15 AM ET
Douglas Collins (Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) defended consolidating 18 VISNs into five, pledged legal compliance, and committed to return to testify as reorganization develops.
1:45 PM ET
The committee ordered HR 5497 reported 20-17 and HR 6300 reported 25-14, plus ten bipartisan measures approved together by unanimous consent.
2:00 PM ET
President Trump brokered a historic trade deal with India, setting its tariff rate at 18%, and signed a new trade deal with Bangladesh, boosting U.S. economic interests.
2:00 PM ET
Greg Winfree (Agency Director, Texas A&M Transportation Institute) urged Congress to reauthorize University Transportation Centers at $100 million annually in the next surface transportation bill.
2:00 PM ET
Matt Allen (Director, Office of Homeland Security, US Department of Agriculture) announced USDA launched an AFIDA online portal and new research security office.
3:00 PM ET
Senior enlisted leaders testified that moldy barracks, childcare shortages, and healthcare delays undermine readiness and urged stable, predictable funding for fixes.
3:00 PM ET
Closed session. This meeting was scheduled as closed to the public. No public recording or transcript is expected.
3:30 PM ET
The hearing established a bipartisan consensus that excessive administrative and regulatory burdens are driving physician burnout and reducing patient access to care.
4:00 PM ET
Michael Topping described December 15 NextGen 10-year IDIQ projecting $54 billion to nearly $100 billion savings for taxpayers through quality and cost controls.
9:00 AM ET
Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) announced that Tom Homan ended Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota after 4,000 arrests and the location of 3,300 missing unaccompanied minors.
9:00 AM ET
Rep. Bost (R, IL-12) advanced H.R. 6047 favorably on a 13-10 vote plus four other veterans bills despite Democratic opposition over home-loan fee offsets.
9:30 AM ET
Outcome unconfirmed. We have not confirmed whether this hearing took place. A missing recording does not establish cancellation.
10:00 AM ET
Held. This hearing took place. Its transcript is not available yet.
10:00 AM ET
Jennifer Homendy (Chairwoman, National Transportation Safety Board) testified the January 2025 DCA collision killing 67 was 100% preventable with ADS-B technology.
10:00 AM ET
Paul Atkins (Chairman, Securities and Exchange Commission) pledged to streamline disclosure, revive IPOs, and implement Clarity Act crypto rules with CFTC coordination.
10:00 AM ET
The House voted to repeal Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada, imposed without Congressional support, signaling growing bipartisan opposition to such unilateral actions despite USMCA's broad backing.
10:00 AM ET
Senator Cassidy (R-LA) announced he will introduce proposals to strengthen the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act to combat fraud, emphasizing the need for action and accountability.
10:00 AM ET
Jon Raby (Nevada State Director, Bureau of Land Management) said BLM opposes S.462 Truckee Meadows bill over restrictions on access and mineral development.
10:15 AM ET
Canceled. This hearing was canceled. No transcript is expected for this occurrence.
10:30 AM ET
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee held hearings for four nominees, with Jeremy Carl facing intense scrutiny over his controversial past statements on race and antisemitism.
9:00 AM ET
Debbie Lesko (Vice Chair, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors) said the county filed a Rule 60 motion to end 12-year oversight costing $350 million with DOJ support.
10:15 AM ET
Rep. Grothman (R, WI-6) convened field hearing at Green Valley to defend Section 14(c) and criticized Biden phase-out rule withdrawn by Trump administration in July.