In this episode of Congress in Context, we examine the legislative activity of March 30, 2026, where both the House and Senate convened for brief pro-forma sessions. Despite the short duration of floor proceedings, the record highlights significant movement on a discharge petition led by Representative Ayanna Pressley to designate Haiti for temporary protected status. The episode also dives into new legislative proposals introduced that day, including bills to provide paid leave for reproductive health and to ensure Medicare provider payment stability. Beyond policy, we explore the personal tributes within the "Extensions of Remarks," where lawmakers honored Women's History Month leaders, local community heroes, and the achieveme ...