Legislation

This bill establishes an annual **National STEM Week** to highlight the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. It directs a committee to designate this week and report on nationwide participation and its impact on closing educational gaps. The goal is to encourage family engagement, showcase STEM careers, and foster partnerships between schools and industry leaders.

This bill amends the Digital Coast Act to enhance the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of program data, explicitly including underground infrastructure information. It ensures all program data and tools are fully and freely available to the public. Furthermore, the legislation extends the authorization for the Digital Coast program through fiscal year 2030.

The Affordable Housing Barriers Transparency Act requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to annually identify significant regulatory barriers hindering affordable housing development. This report must also include a detailed analysis and proposed solutions for reducing or eliminating those identified obstacles.

The ASCEND Act establishes a permanent NASA program to purchase and distribute commercial Earth observation data for scientific, operational, and educational needs. This initiative aims to supplement existing government data by acquiring cost-effective commercial imagery, prioritizing U.S. vendors. The bill ensures purchased data can be widely published for scientific purposes and requires regular reporting on program agreements and data usage.

The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act repeals three specific energy-related programs established under Public Law 117-169 and rescinds any remaining unspent funds associated with those programs. This legislation aims to eliminate these specific federal energy initiatives.

This resolution officially recognizes the annual Army-Navy football game as "America's Game" due to its deep patriotic tradition and role in inspiring military service. It urges that the game maintain its exclusive television time slot on the second Saturday of December to maximize national attention. The resolution calls on networks and associations to avoid scheduling competing games during this time to honor the service members involved.

This resolution celebrates Black History Month by recognizing the profound history and enduring contributions of African Americans to the United States. It acknowledges past injustices while honoring the achievements across all fields that have shaped the nation. The resolution encourages continued reflection and unity as we move forward with liberty and justice for all.

The Regulation A+ Improvement Act of 2025 significantly increases the maximum offering amounts available under Regulation A for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 offerings. This legislation raises the Tier 1 limit from \$5 million to \$50 million and the Tier 2 limit from \$50 million to \$150 million. Furthermore, the bill mandates that the SEC adjust these dollar thresholds for inflation every five years.

The SAVES Act of 2025 establishes a five-year pilot program within the VA to award competitive grants to nonprofits providing service dogs to eligible veterans with disabilities like PTSD or mobility issues. These grants, capped at $2 million per recipient, will cover the cost of training the dog and veteran, and the VA will also provide veterinary insurance for each service dog. The goal is to ensure veterans receive necessary support dogs without incurring any personal fees.

The Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026 amends tax law to treat certain foreign corporations as domestic entities if they result from corporate inversions completed after May 8, 2014. This targets companies where former U.S. shareholders retain significant ownership or where management and control remain primarily domestic despite the foreign incorporation. The bill establishes specific tests related to management location and domestic business activity thresholds to determine if a corporation is subject to these revised tax rules.

The American Lending Fairness Act of 2026 restores the authority of states to regulate the interest rates charged by their own state-chartered banks and credit unions. This is achieved by allowing states to opt out of the federal rule that permits out-of-state banks to charge the higher interest rates allowed in their home state. States can exercise this opt-out power through specific state legislation or voter approval.

This bill amends the 1993 settlement act concerning the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina. It modifies the requirements for future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation. Specifically, new members must be lineal descendants of someone on the final base roll and maintain ongoing political relations with the Tribe.

The Under Color of Law Accountability Act establishes new federal criminal offenses for specific misconduct by individuals acting under the color of law. This bill specifically prohibits the use of excessive force, theft of property, and obstruction of justice or evidence by those acting under official authority. It sets clear penalties for these violations, including imprisonment, and addresses related actions like conspiracy and failure to intervene.

The Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2026 establishes a demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief and improve pre-placement services for foster youth. The Department of Health and Human Services will award grants to stabilization agencies to cover immediate needs like clothing, food, and essential support. This initiative aims to reduce placement instability and enhance the safety and self-sufficiency of foster youth awaiting placement.

The Preserving Homes and Communities Act of 2026 establishes strict requirements for the sale of non-performing and re-performing single-family mortgage loans held by FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. This bill prioritizes sales to government entities and nonprofits to promote affordable housing and neighborhood stabilization. Purchasers must adhere to robust loss mitigation standards, and the legislation includes new data reporting requirements and penalties for noncompliance.

This bill, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act), mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID containing a citizenship indicator when casting a ballot in federal elections. Furthermore, the legislation requires states to implement ongoing programs to verify and remove non-citizens from voter rolls.

The Minnesota Voter Integrity Act of 2026 restricts federal election funding for Minnesota until the Secretary of State provides the U.S. Attorney General with specific records related to same-day voter registration. This measure requires documentation supporting same-day registrations and the votes cast by those individuals. The bill aims to ensure Minnesota's compliance with the Help America Vote Act of 2002.

The Stop Underrides Act 2.0 mandates the Department of Transportation to establish new federal safety standards requiring comprehensive front, rear, and side underride protection systems on all new commercial motor vehicles. These standards must ensure guards prevent passenger vehicles and vulnerable road users from sliding under trucks in crashes up to 40 mph. The bill also reconvenes an advisory committee, funds new research studies, and requires the creation of a public website dedicated to underride crash information.

Kamisha's Law eliminates the statute of limitations for prosecuting specific non-capital federal homicide offenses, including second-degree murder and manslaughter. This means federal charges can be brought against perpetrators at any time for these crimes. The legislation ensures that there is no time limit for seeking justice in these serious cases.

The Healthy Families Act establishes a national standard requiring most employers to provide employees with earned paid sick leave. Employees will accrue a minimum of one hour of paid time for every 30 hours worked, usable for personal or family health needs, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. The Act prohibits employer retaliation for using this leave and ensures existing, more generous leave policies are not diminished.