Legislation

The Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act reauthorizes the Young Fishermen’s Development Program through fiscal year 2031. This extension ensures continued federal support and resources for training and mentorship initiatives designed to help the next generation of commercial fishermen succeed in the industry.

The Truman Scholarship Clean House Act reforms the Harry S. Truman Memorial Scholarship Foundation by restructuring its Board of Trustees and establishing new, bipartisan appointment requirements. The bill introduces stricter eligibility and conduct standards for scholarship recipients, mandates repayment for those who fail to meet public service requirements, and implements new transparency protocols for Foundation records. Additionally, it updates the appointment process and term limits for the Foundation’s Executive Secretary to ensure greater oversight and accountability.

The Congressional Civics Challenge Act establishes a national academic competition for middle and high school students to promote civic engagement, media literacy, and a deeper understanding of American government. Modeled after existing Congressional student challenges, this initiative aims to revitalize civic education through both a Department of Education-led program and an annual Senate-run competition.

This bill authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for the lying in state of seven Army service members who served in Operation Epic Fury. It directs the Architect of the Capitol to coordinate the necessary arrangements under the guidance of Congressional leadership.

The Sanctuary Jurisdiction Event Security Enhancement Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from providing federal security funding and resources for major events to state and local jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Funds withheld from these "sanctuary jurisdictions" would be reallocated to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to prioritize the detention and removal of public safety threats. The bill also mandates semiannual reporting to Congress on the impact of these funding restrictions and reallocations.

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a comprehensive legislative package designed to increase housing supply, improve affordability, and strengthen oversight across federal housing programs. The bill incentivizes new construction, reforms housing counseling and disaster recovery systems, and restricts large institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes. Additionally, it aims to expand homeownership opportunities for veterans and low-income families while modernizing standards for manufactured and modular housing.

The Unifying American Security Interests (UASI) Act mandates that urban areas receiving federal security grants allocate at least 30 percent of their funding toward specific national priority areas. This legislation specifically requires that recipients dedicate at least 10 percent of their award to border crisis response and enforcement, including cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Failure to meet these allocation requirements may result in the loss of grant eligibility or other financial penalties.

The Home School Graduation Recognition Act amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to formally recognize home school graduates as high school graduates for federal education purposes. This legislation ensures that students completing secondary education in state-recognized home school settings are treated equitably under federal law.

This resolution calls for the immediate reassignment of Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security personnel back to their primary counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and counterintelligence missions. It argues that current diversions of these experts to civil immigration enforcement leave the United States vulnerable to retaliatory threats during periods of active hostility with Iran. The measure urges the administration to prioritize national security and critical infrastructure protection by restoring these agents to their original duties.

The Rural Emergency Response Support Act provides targeted relief for emergency medical services in small communities by creating exceptions to standard overtime pay requirements. This legislation applies to public agencies and private contractors serving rural areas with fewer than 100,000 residents. Its goal is to help these organizations manage staffing and operational costs within the Fair Labor Standards Act framework.

The Empowering Rural Communities Act establishes a competitive grant program to fund innovative economic development and infrastructure projects in rural areas. Additionally, the bill mandates a technical assistance set-aside for existing rural development programs to help underserved and low-capacity communities successfully secure and manage federal funding.

The Career-Connected Learning Pathways Act of 2026 mandates that states develop and maintain a public, searchable directory of all career and technical education programs and pathways. This initiative aims to increase transparency by providing students and families with accessible information on course sequences, industry alignments, and available postsecondary credentials.

The VA Fiscal Management Modernization Act strengthens the Department of Veterans Affairs' financial oversight by formally designating the Assistant Secretary for Management as the Chief Financial Officer. The bill establishes a dedicated Office of Management and a specialized legislative budget office to improve financial reporting and accountability to Congress. Additionally, it centralizes financial authority by requiring all departmental financial officers to report directly to the CFO.

The Government Surveillance Transparency Act of 2026 mandates greater public accountability for criminal surveillance by requiring courts to maintain online, searchable dockets of surveillance orders and limiting the government's ability to keep these records sealed. The bill also establishes strict notification requirements for individuals targeted by surveillance and introduces new, standardized reporting protocols for law enforcement agencies. Additionally, it provides grant funding to assist state and tribal courts in upgrading their systems to meet these new transparency and electronic filing standards.

The Veterans’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026 formally codifies the fundamental rights of veterans to receive respectful, transparent, and timely access to VA health care and benefits. This legislation mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs integrate these rights into all policies, training, and communications to ensure consistent accountability. By establishing these clear standards, the Act reinforces the nation’s commitment to supporting those who have served.

This bill amends the Organic Act of Guam to facilitate the return of excess federal land to its original owners or their heirs by waiving the standard "public purpose" requirement for such transfers. It mandates that the Government of Guam establish a formal restitution process and subjects any subsequent land sales to foreign entities to a national security review.

The Parity for Pacific Radiation Survivors Act expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to provide long-overdue recognition and support for individuals affected by atmospheric nuclear testing in the Pacific. This legislation extends eligibility for compensation to residents of Guam, participants in the Enewetak Atoll radiological cleanup, and others exposed to radiation during specific timeframes. Additionally, the bill updates the list of covered conditions to include renal disease, ensuring more survivors can access the benefits they deserve.

The Affordable CHOICE Act establishes a federally administered public health insurance option to be offered through Health Insurance Marketplaces starting in 2027. This plan aims to increase competition and affordability by offering bronze, silver, and gold coverage levels with premiums and provider reimbursement rates negotiated by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The legislation ensures the public option operates on a level playing field with existing private plans while providing a sustainable, self-funded model for consumer health coverage.

The Foreign Stablecoin Transparency Act mandates that large foreign payment stablecoin issuers with over $50 billion in outstanding assets provide greater financial accountability. Under this bill, these issuers must produce audited annual financial statements that adhere to generally accepted accounting principles and Public Company Accounting Oversight Board standards. This legislation ensures increased transparency and oversight for major foreign entities operating within the stablecoin market.

The CAR SEAT Act establishes a national education campaign to inform the public about the dangers of counterfeit and noncompliant child restraint systems. It authorizes $1.5 million in federal funding to promote safety awareness and empowers states to use highway safety grants to educate parents on identifying and avoiding unsafe car seats and booster seats.