Legislation

This bill, the "Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act," abolishes the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress. It replaces the committee by requiring the Director of the Center for Legislative Archives to submit annual reports on congressional records management. Furthermore, it mandates regular review meetings between key congressional and archival officials to oversee these records.

The Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2027 provides over $96 billion in funding across DHS for fiscal year 2027, covering management, border security, disaster response, and immigration services. The bill imposes strict new reporting requirements and spending restrictions across all titles to enhance congressional oversight of departmental operations and procurement. Key provisions focus on reinforcing border and interior enforcement, increasing transparency in disaster relief grants, and tightening standards for asylum and employment-based visas.

This bill appropriates funding for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, along with related agencies for Fiscal Year 2027. It sets spending levels for critical areas like job training, medical research, public health, and K-12 education. The legislation also attaches numerous policy riders that restrict activities related to abortion, diversity initiatives, student loan subsidies, and research into certain public health topics.

This bill provides appropriations for the Department of Transportation and the Department of Housing and Urban Development for fiscal year 2027, allocating billions for infrastructure, housing assistance, and related agency operations. It directs significant funding toward highways, airports, transit, rental assistance, and homelessness programs while imposing numerous policy restrictions on how these funds can be used. The legislation aims to upgrade national infrastructure and support vulnerable populations while reinforcing congressional oversight and specific spending priorities.

This bill appropriates funding for the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies for Fiscal Year 2027. It provides significant funding for public land management, national parks, tribal services, and environmental cleanup programs. The legislation also includes numerous policy riders that restrict regulatory actions concerning endangered species, energy development, and climate change policies.

The HARVEST Act mandates a study by the Secretary of Agriculture on enhancing technical assistance for transferring agricultural land and assets, particularly heirs property, to new farmers. This study will focus on leveraging educational programs offered by 1890 Institutions. The goal is to improve succession planning for the next generation of agricultural producers.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran, as authorized under the War Powers Resolution. It ensures that this withdrawal does not impede necessary defensive actions or ongoing intelligence operations related to Iranian threats. The resolution explicitly states that it does not constitute an authorization for the use of military force.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove, using the Congressional Review Act, a specific rule from the Bureau of Land Management concerning the Coastal Plain Oil and Gas Leasing Program Record of Decision. If enacted, this action would nullify the BLM's submitted rule, preventing it from taking effect.

The Workforce Dignity Act officially renames "sheltered workshop" to "community rehabilitation program" across various federal laws. This change is purely terminological and does not alter the substance or legal application of the affected programs. The bill ensures consistency in federal language concerning programs for individuals with disabilities.

This bill, the "Stop Subsidizing Political Lawfare by Charities Act of 2026," revokes the tax-exempt status of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). By ending its 501(c)(3) status, the SPLC will be subject to federal income taxation. This change aims to stop government subsidization of the organization's activities through tax exemptions.

The POWER Moldova Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of State and Secretary of Energy to submit a comprehensive report to Congress within 180 days. This report will detail Moldova's current energy landscape, including infrastructure vulnerabilities and pricing transparency. Furthermore, it will assess the potential for developing renewable energy sources in Moldova to enhance its energy resilience.

This bill temporarily expands the authorized uses of grants from the Veterans Legacy Program. It allows recipients to use these funds to help the VA locate, identify, and inter unclaimed or abandoned remains suspected to be those of a veteran. This expanded authority is only available for a limited time and must be covered by the program's existing budget.

The Water Access Act appropriates \$500 million to the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) for fiscal year 2027. This funding will help low-income households cover essential drinking water and wastewater utility costs.

The USA Act strengthens the role of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in promoting open, transparent, and private sector-led international standards development. It mandates briefings and the creation of a public portal to increase U.S. participation in setting standards for artificial intelligence and other critical technologies. Furthermore, the Act establishes a pilot program to provide grants for hosting standards meetings within the United States.

The No Equipment Left Behind Act of 2026 aims to prevent U.S.-provided defense equipment from falling into the hands of hostile actors following force withdrawals, as seen in Iraq and Afghanistan. The bill establishes strict new reporting, notification, and high-level approval requirements for the Department of Defense when disposing of accountable property during significant force repositioning overseas. It mandates comprehensive risk mitigation plans, detailed cost analyses, and senior leader sign-off for abandoning or destroying high-value equipment.

The No American Left Behind Act requires the Department of Defense to submit a comprehensive report assessing its support for recovering and repatriating U.S. nationals held hostage, detained, missing, or deceased abroad. This report must analyze current operational planning, identify resource or policy gaps, and evaluate the feasibility of establishing a formal "No American Left Behind" doctrine. The goal is to ensure a sustained commitment to bringing all Americans home, regardless of location or circumstance.

This bill, the Great American Outdoors Act 250, significantly reforms and renames the existing public lands restoration fund to the America’s Legacy Restoration Fund. It secures dedicated funding streams, primarily from energy revenues and new fees on foreign visitors, to address critical deferred maintenance across the National Park Service, Forest Service, and other public land agencies. The legislation establishes strict spending priorities for infrastructure repair while also creating pilot programs for enhancing outdoor recreation and sportsmen's access. Finally, it mandates increased transparency and accountability through standardized metrics and public reporting on all funded projects.

The Recreation Permitting Improvement Act aims to streamline the federal permitting process for recreation-related projects. This is achieved by officially designating "recreation" as a covered sector under existing permitting improvement laws. This change will allow recreation projects to benefit from expedited review timelines.

The School Access to Naloxone Act of 2026 expands federal grant funding to support both prescribing and administering opioid overdose reversal drugs. The bill establishes a new grant program specifically for elementary and secondary schools to acquire and maintain emergency opioid overdose reversal drugs and devices. To receive funding, schools must certify they have trained personnel, accessible supplies, and adequate state liability protections for administering the medication.

The Beginning Educator Mentorship and Retention Act aims to combat high teacher turnover by funding robust, two-year induction and mentorship programs for new educators and school leaders. This legislation establishes competitive grants for states to implement these programs, prioritizing support for high-need and rural schools. The goal is to improve teacher effectiveness, boost retention rates, and ultimately enhance student learning outcomes.