In this episode of Congress in Context, we pull back the curtain on the rapid-fire procedural mechanics of "pro forma" sessions, where the House met for just eight minutes and the Senate adjourned after a mere 38 seconds. While the chambers appeared quiet, the legislative engine continued to churn behind the scenes with the introduction of nine new public bills. We examine the tangible impacts of these proposals, specifically breaking down H.R. 10109's ban on speculative prediction market wagers on active wildfires and H.R. 10110's measures to target algorithmic price-fixing in rental housing. Join us as we look past the procedural noise to explore how these quiet legislative maneuvers and pending bills directly shape community safety and consumer protection for everyday Americans.