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View this email in your browser Legislative Snapshot United We Stand                                 April 26, 2024 Please join us on Monday evening, April 29th, at 8:00 p.m. while we welcome our Guest Speaker, Pastor Jeff Daley, founder of the National Day of Repentance. Happily, over the years, this movement to embrace the cleansing move of repentance in our lives has extended beyond our own borders, so that we now celebrate the GLOBAL DAY OF REPENTANCE! Pastor Jeff will share his news with us, including some exciting testimonies of how acts of repentance have changed hearts and lives around the world!   Our conference number is: 717-908-1834 Access code: 616137# Time: 8:00 p.m. EDT WELCOME! Capitol Hill Prayer Partners P.O. Box 5152 Herndon, VA 20172-1970 chpp1994@gmail.com Please Visit the Website Here DONATE TODAY We Welcome Your Gifts! The Daily Brief: Legislative Snapshot Saturday, April 26, 2025 "For the kingdom is the LORD'S: and he is the governor among the nations." (Psalm 22:28) "We the People" "Standing United Together . . . Under the Cross of Christ" Today's Top Story  Trump urges Supreme Court to let trans military ban proceed The policy has become the target of multiple legal challenges, with one notable suit out of Washington, DC The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow its ban on transgender military service to proceed in the near-term while lower courts continue to debate the issue — arguing in a filing that further stalling the policy could pose a threat to U.S. military readiness. In a court filing, the Justice Department requested the Supreme Court intervene to block a lower court's order and allow the military to disqualify from service "individuals who have gender dysphoria or have undergone medical interventions for gender dysphoria."   Justices on the high court asked plaintiffs in the case to file a response brief by next week, indicating that they could move quickly on the issue. "Absent a stay, the district court’s universal injunction will remain in place for the duration of further review in the Ninth Circuit and in this Court – a period far too long for the military to be forced to maintain a policy that it has determined, in its professional judgment, to be contrary to military readiness and the Nation’s interests," U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer said in the filing. (Fox News) Read more here.  - Lord God, we pray that the Trump Administration would be able to move full speed ahead in creating a military, legally permitted to operate in the wisest, safest and holiest manner so that we would have the best protection for our citizens, civilian and military, here and abroad.   Lord, in Yeshua’s mighty name, we bind those spirits that are using liberal courts and justices to prosper the demonic, evil and ill-advised movement to over-rule what God has created, male and female--causing our military to be weakened in a variety of ways. We loose the Spirit of truth, wisdom and righteousness upon those courts and judges that seek to permit unhealthy and unholy behavior within our military that would significantly lower its effectiveness. Send warning dreams and visions to the officers of the courts that would oppose You, Lord. Change their hearts and minds that they would judge with Godly wisdom and truth. -  So approximately 3,000 warriors were sent, but they were soundly defeated. The men of Ai chased the Israelites from the town gate as far as the quarries and they killed about thirty-six who were retreating down the slope. The Israelites were paralyzed with fear at this turn of events, and their courage melted away.  …. 13 “Get up! Command the people to purify themselves in preparation for tomorrow. For this is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: Hidden among you, O Israel, are things set apart for the Lord. You will never defeat your enemies until you remove these things from among you.  (Joshua 7: 4-5, 13) Daily Brief - Special Edition! 1. The Supreme Court appears to side with parents in religious liberty dispute over storybooks - Fox News   The Supreme Court's conservative majority offered strong support for parents seeking the religious liberty right to be informed about and opt their children out of reading material in elementary schools that they say conflicts with their faith.   The Montgomery County, Maryland school board withdrew its original opt-out policy for books related to gender and sexuality, prompting a federal lawsuit. In a marathon two-and-a-half oral argument, the justices debated whether parents have been unfairly burdened in exercising their constitutional rights.   It is one of three high-profile religious-themed cases the high court will decide this term—including disputes over tax exemptions for religious groups, and taxpayer funding for private religious charter schools—which will be argued next week. (Read more)   - We praise and thank you, Lord, that the highest court in our land is defending the religious liberty of parents and Christian families. We pray that the courts and all in government would realize that statistically and morally a strong family unit creates well rounded and whole children that grow up and create a better world and society. It all starts with a strong family unit and so we just pray that this is not lost, and that this value is renewed and restored. In Jesus' name. Amen.   - “Through [skillful and godly] wisdom a house [a life, a home, a family] is built, And by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation], And by knowledge its rooms are filled With all precious and pleasant riches.” (‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭24‬:‭3‬-‭4‬) 2. Trump reveals surprising position in Arizona governor’s race - DML News   Faced with a dilemma following his endorsement of conservative Karrin Taylor Robson to run for governor of Arizona, President Donald Trump on Monday announced that he will also support Republican Rep. Andy Biggs after the lawmaker “unexpectedly” entered the contest.   Robson, a small business owner and lawyer, received Trump’s endorsement when no one else was running, Trump said in a Truth Social post. As a workaround, Trump decided to endorse both candidates. Biggs and Robson, both Republicans, have touted Trump’s backing.   In a Truth Social post Monday evening, the president wrote, “I like Karrin Taylor Robson of Arizona a lot, and when she asked me to Endorse her, with nobody else running, I Endorsed her, and was happy to do so. When Andy Biggs decided to run for Governor, quite unexpectedly, I had a problem — Two fantastic candidates, two terrific people, two wonderful champions, and it is therefore my Great Honor TO GIVE MY COMPLETE AND TOTAL ENDORSEMENT TO BOTH. Either one will never let you down. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!” (Read more) - Lord God, we pray for this Governor's seat that it would be filled with a righteous individual that would stand up for Arizonans. We pray for the state of Arizona, that justice would come to that state and that all that was stolen would be restored to them, in Jesus' name, amen.   - “Follow justice and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the LORD your God is giving you.” (Deuteronomy 16:20) 3.  State Department announces ‘comprehensive’ internal reorganization - Washington Examiner   The State Department announced a “comprehensive” reorganization Tuesday to cut out what Secretary of State Marco Rubio argued was stopping the department from “performing its essential diplomatic mission.” The plan includes eliminating 132 offices and 700 positions for civil service and foreign service employees, according to the Free Press. In many instances, offices were merged to consolidate overlapping mandates, reducing the number of offices from 734 to 602, a reduction of 17%.   The plan includes eliminating 132 offices and 700 positions for civil service and foreign service employees, according to the Free Press. In many instances, offices were merged to consolidate overlapping mandates, reducing the number of offices from 734 to 602, a reduction of 17%.   Officials released an organizational hierarchy chart for the department showing that the cuts don’t go as far as some reports said, including in light of the administration’s decision to shutter the U.S. Agency for International Development and fold the little it didn’t cut into the State Department. USAID will reportedly cease to exist on July 1, according to the Free Press. (Read more) - Lord, we thank you for this re-organization of this department. We thank you for Marco Rubio and his leadership in cleaning house and restoring integrity back to this department. Give Marco Rubio your wisdom and strength to handle his task at hand. We pray that all vacant jobs and positions would be filled with righteous individuals who truly want to serve the American people and not their own interests. In Jesus' name, amen.   - Romans 12:10 - "Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." 4.  Supreme Court Ruling Makes Curious Exception For Illegal Migrants Ordered To Leave Country On A Saturday - Daily Caller   The Supreme Court ruled that weekends and holidays cannot be counted when foreign nationals are given deadlines to leave the United States. In a split 5-4 decision, a majority of justices on the nation’s highest court ruled in favor of Hugo Abisai Monsalvo Velazquez, a Mexican national who had been living unlawfully in the U.S. for years and ordered deported.   Velazquez successfully argued that his 60-day notice to leave the country — which ended on a Saturday — should have provided more flexibility for weekends and holidays. “Does every calendar day count?” Justice Neil Gorsuch, writing for the majority, wrote. “Or does the statute operate to extend a deadline that falls on a weekend or legal holiday to the next business day?”   “Here, as elsewhere, the term ‘days’ operates to extend a deadline that falls on a weekend or legal holiday to the next business day,” Gorsuch wrote. (Read more) - Lord God, we pray for the hearts, souls, and minds of all Supreme Court justices that they would aid this administration in trying to enforce our immigration laws. We pray for all those fighting to end this crisis and heal those who have suffered through it. Please protect all of us from the political weaponization of this humanitarian disaster and help focus our power on solving it. Amen.   - “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.“ (Philippians 4:6) TOP STORY #2 'Biden effect' hits the Senate: Wave of retirements clears path for younger Dems  The so-called "Biden effect" appears to be a factor in congressional longevity after Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced he would not seek re-election after nearly four decades in Congress. In 2024, President Joe Biden was politically pushed out after a disastrous debate performance against President Donald Trump in favor of his decades-younger deputy, Kamala Harris. Since then, several senators — mostly Democrats — and many above private-sector retirement age, have announced their retirement. "This is fallout from the 'Biden Effect,'" said Rutgers University political scientist Ross Baker. "It contaminated old Democrats." Durbin, 80, and Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., 78; Tina Smith, D-Wis., 67; and Gary Peters, D-Mich., 66, as well as Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., 83, all announced their exit in 2025. Prior to Biden's infamous debate, several 2024-cycle Democrats — now-former Sens. Benjamin Cardin of Maryland, 81; Tom Carper of Delaware, 78; Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, 74; and Democrat-turned-independent Joe Manchin of West Virginia, 77 — all declared their exits.(Fox News) Read more here. - Lord of Lords, we thank You that the government is on Your shoulder and that ultimately, kings, queens, presidents, world leaders are appointed by You! We are grateful for the ‘Biden Effect’ as there are now a number of new spots open in the Senate for Republicans to fill. Lord, we ask that You raise up those people to fill the vacated Congressional seats that would work with the President and help to fully implement his agenda as it agrees with Your agenda. Hear our earnest prayer that those Democrats who are retiring would not be replaced with anyone other than the ones who have the best interests of the American people at heart and the knowledge and wisdom to bring the best governance to our nation. Just as You brought King David out of obscurity, we ask for those who have been hidden for this Kairos time to now be revealed and full of Your favor. - "…and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." (Isaiah 9:6b)  "He changes times and seasons; he deposes kings and raises up others. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning."  (Daniel 2:21) Recent Floor Activity Congressional Record   April 14, 2025 - No. 66 D380-382 S2581 H1605-1608 E317-318 Entire Issue (PDF 889KB) April 17, 2025 - No. 67 D383-384 S2583 H1609-1615 E319-325 Entire Issue (PDF 922KB) April 21, 2025 - No. 68 D385-386 S2585 H1617-1619 E327-332 Entire Issue (PDF 918KB) April 24, 2025 - No. 69 D388-390 S2587 H1621-1627 E333-340 Entire Issue (PDF 944KB) Congress Last Week Foreign Policy — Committees: Senate, House Chuck Grassley says Putin ‘playing America as a patsy’ John Fetterman calls on Trump to ‘strike and destroy Iran’s nuclear facilities’ Budget — Committees: House, Senate Two budget plans, one big problem for Trump’s agenda Tax Policy — Committees: House, Senate, Joint First-quarter tax lobbying bonanza as reconciliation beckons Federal Spending — Committees: House, Senate — FY 2025 bills, table Tariffs Won't Solve Washington's Biggest Problem: Overspending Thune, Barrasso bullish on budget deal soon after Easter break White House to ask Congress to trim $9 billion from budget, including cuts to USAID and PBS Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies Waste and Fraud: Why Didn’t Congress Find It First? Vulnerable Republicans oppose Medicaid cuts in Donald Trump's agenda • As noted in our last update, start with cutting funding to abortion providers. • Hawley’s change of heart reflects evolving politics of Medicaid Executive — Committees: House, Senate Senate Democrat presses Noem on REAL ID deadline (P.L. 109-13) • CCHF Challenges Secretary Noem’s False REAL ID Claim • REAL ID rollout leaves some privacy-minded lawmakers mum • Kentucky state lawmaker sounds alarm • Real ID and Federal Control: An Explainer • Letter to Rand Paul Requesting CRA (Congressional Review Act) for TSA’s “Progressive Enforcement” REAL ID RULE (Issued Jan. 14, 2025) • REAL ID Repeal — Seven Reasons to Act • Refuse the REAL ID Justice — Punishing Evil, Praising Good (Romans 13:3-4; 1 Peter 2:14) Van Hollen on Abrego Garcia: ‘I am not defending the man. I’m defending the rights of this man to due process’ • Van Hollen: Denying constitutional rights of ‘one man’ threatens ‘rights of everybody’ • There's 'no question' that Abrego Garcia 'had due process repeatedly,' GOP lawmaker says • Van Hollen says leaders who don’t fight for Constitution don’t deserve to lead • Dem Senator Says He Did Not Ask Deported Illegal Immigrant About MS-13 • Van Hollen: 'Nobody drank' margaritas that someone placed on table during meeting • Trump Border Czar Tears Into Dem Senator Van Hollen For El Salvador Trip • More congressional Democrats go to El Salvador • Democrats' strategy on Abrego Garcia case sparks debate • Henry Cuellar criticizes Democrats' focus on Kilmar Abrego Garcia • Luna says she'll meet with El Salvador's president • Judge extends DOJ deadline in Abrego Garcia deportation case Congress — Committees: House, Senate First 100 days of Senate majority has accomplished much, and here's what is coming next Freshman GOP senator rips predecessor while reflecting on 'whirlwind' first 100 days: 'Urgency and speed' Tim Scott talks crypto, tariffs and Capitol shake-up Sen. Lankford calls on Senate to get back to ‘grunt work’ of legislating Sens. Schatz, Klobuchar, Murray likely to vie for Senate Democratic whip • Booker endorses Schatz Pope Francis, first pontiff to address Congress, dies on Easter Monday • Speaker Johnson Announces Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Attend Funeral • Scalise to Lead • 2015 Address to Congress by Pope Francis • Boehner's encounter with Pope Francis changed Congress Donald Trump says he supports congressional stock trading ban Ethics advocates alarmed by delay for House watchdog New Jersey Rep Norcross released from intensive care after medical emergency, full recovery expected, faces 'extended recovery' from sepsis Retiring: Dick Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, announces retirement capping off decadeslong career in Congress • explains decision • Durbin’s run at Judiciary Committee focused on immigration, judges (Sen. Whitehouse had wanted to be Judiciary Chairman who would be more confrontational.) John LaFalce, New York Democrat who shaped financial legislation, dies at 85 Rep. Andy Biggs announces death of daughter Rep. McGovern announces death of daughter Pending Activity Committee Activity House Energy and Comerce committee probes whether DeepSeek harvests US data and spews CCP propaganda Congress requests interviews of former ActBlue officials in fundraising platform fraud probe House subcommittee to hold hearing on US Fencing allowing biological men to compete in female events Floor Outlook House of Representatives — Rules Committee: Legislation CBO: Legislation considered under suspension of the Rules of the House of Representatives during the week of April 28, 2025 Senate Floor Schedule 3 p.m., Monday, April 28, 2025 Program for Monday: After the transaction of any morning business (not to extend beyond 5:30 p.m.), Senate will resume consideration of the nomination of David Perdue, of Georgia, to be Ambassador to the People's Republic of China, with a vote on the motion to invoke cloture thereon at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday, 4/10/2025, Senate began consideration of four nominations: David Perdue, of Georgia, to be Ambassador to the People's Republic of China Warren Stephens, of Arkansas, to be Ambassador to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Thomas Barrack, of Colorado, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Turkey (Türkiye) Tilman Fertitta, of Texas, to be Ambassador to the Italian Republic, and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino House Floor Schedule MONDAY, APRIL 28 On Monday, the House will meet at noon for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules: S. 146 – TAKE IT DOWN Act (Sponsored by Sen. Cruz / Energy and Commerce Committee)   TUESDAY, APRIL 29 AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and noon for legislative business. On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes expected no later than 3:00 p.m. Legislation Considered Pursuant to a Rule: H.J. Res. 60 – Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to ‘‘Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles.’’ (Sponsored by Rep. Maloy / Natural Resources Committee) H.J. Res. 87 – Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘‘California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision.’’ (Sponsored by Rep. James / Energy and Commerce Committee) H.J. Res. 88 – Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘‘California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision.’’ (Sponsored by Rep. Joyce (PA) / Energy and Commerce Committee) H.J. Res. 89 – Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘‘California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The ‘Omnibus’ Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision.’’ (Sponsored by Rep. Obernolte / Energy and Commerce Committee) H.J. Res. 78 – Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt.’’ (Sponsored by Rep. LaMalfa / Natural Resources Committee) Complete list of bills under consideration Committee Meeting Schedules House — 33 Senate — 23 About Capitol Hill Prayer Partners To learn more about our ministry, and to sign up to begin receiving our daily alerts, please go here.   Subscribe to Our Alerts! Capitol Hill Prayer Partners welcomes all who wish to pray for our leaders to join us in prayer for our nation. You may sign up to receive our alerts by sending an email to us at: chpp1994@gmail.com requesting that your name be added to our list of subscribers or CLICK HERE to subscribe. Copyright © *|2022|* *|Capitol Hill Prayer Partners|*, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 5152 Herndon, VA 20172-1970 Email: chpp1994@gmail.com Website: https://www.capitolhillprayer.org/ Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.