House — June 23, 2026
The June 23, 2026 House Extensions of Remarks were dominated by statements recognizing local leaders, civic institutions, educators, environmental advocates, and military service. The most substantive legislative item was Rep. Ritchie Torres's personal explanation concerning the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which he said had passed the House and was headed to the President's desk. His statement highlighted bipartisan housing affordability provisions related to multifamily construction, public housing safety, Section 8 savings, HUD loan limits, and oversight of troubled public housing authorities.
Senate — June 23, 2026
The Senate’s most consequential action on June 23, 2026, was passage of H. Con. Res. 86, a War Powers Resolution measure directing the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. The 50-48 vote marked a significant, closely divided assertion of congressional authority over military engagement. The Senate also confirmed Darrell Owens as U.S. Representative to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, with the rank of Ambassador, and arranged a series of judicial nomination votes for the following day.