Legislation

The Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act of 2026 establishes a pathway for parents to transfer eligible federal student loans directly to their dependent child. This transfer is contingent upon the child meeting specific criteria, including demonstrating the ability to repay the debt. Once transferred, the child assumes full responsibility for the loan, while the parent is released from all obligations.

The Tax Relief for First Responder Beneficiaries Act expands federal income tax exclusions for compensation received by the survivors of public safety officers killed in the line of duty. This legislation broadens the definition of eligible recipients for tax-free payments, including survivor annuity benefits. The goal is to provide greater financial relief to a wider range of beneficiaries.

This bill mandates that public colleges receiving Medical Student Education grants must incorporate comprehensive menopause training into their medical school curricula. This requirement, overseen by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, aims to better equip future physicians across all specialties with the necessary knowledge regarding menopause care.

The Federal Flood Risk Management Act of 2026 aims to strengthen national resilience against increasing flood risks by establishing a new standard for federal actions in floodplains. This legislation directs federal agencies to evaluate and reduce flood hazards in their planning, funding, and property management activities, often requiring designs that account for future climate change impacts. The Act mandates compliance with the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard for federally funded projects and requires agencies to prioritize avoiding development in flood-prone areas whenever practicable.

The Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 establishes a national platform, managed by a Department of Energy-funded National Laboratory, to centralize and accelerate biological research using AI and data science. This platform will serve as a single entry point for accessing federally funded biological data, incorporating robust quality metrics and tiered cybersecurity. The bill mandates a phased rollout, beginning with a pilot version within two years and expanding to full researcher access within five years, while strictly protecting data privacy and existing use limitations.

This bill seeks to amend immigration law to officially classify the processing of crawfish as agricultural labor. This change would allow foreign workers processing crawfish to qualify for temporary H-2A agricultural worker visas.

The Build Housing Affordably Act directs HUD to study the impact of the *Build America, Buy America Act* on affordable housing projects, including associated costs and waiver processes. It temporarily pauses the *Buy America* requirements for federally funded housing projects until the study is reported to Congress. Furthermore, the bill mandates a 90-day deadline for HUD to decide on waiver requests for these housing projects, with automatic approval if the deadline is missed.

The PRIDE Act of 2026 officially renames the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion at certain federal financial agencies to the Office of Minority, Women, and LGBTQI Inclusion. This expansion explicitly incorporates LGBTQI individuals and LGBTQI-owned businesses into existing diversity, inclusion, and contracting requirements. The bill adds specific definitions for "LGBTQI" and "LGBTQI-owned business" across relevant statutes.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 aims to redirect funding by eliminating federal tax incentives for private school scholarships. Specifically, it repeals the tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations and removes the income exclusion for certain scholarship amounts received. These changes are set to take effect starting in 2027.

The Travel Assistance for Veterans in Medical Deserts Act expands travel payment eligibility for veterans with service-connected disabilities residing in U.S. territories or the Freely Associated States. This change allows veterans in these remote areas to qualify for travel benefits regardless of their disability rating if no VA medical facility is nearby. The bill removes the previous 30% disability rating requirement for veterans living in these specific jurisdictions.

The Keeping Pets and Families Together Act establishes a federal program to provide funding for state and local governments to support the microchipping of dogs and cats in shelters. This initiative aims to increase the chances of reuniting lost pets with their original owners or ensuring proper tracking upon adoption or transfer. The Secretary of Agriculture must report on the program's effectiveness and recommend future funding by the end of 2030.

This bill, the TIMEOUT Act, mandates that most federal agencies must relocate their nonessential administrative offices out of designated "sanctuary jurisdictions" within 90 days of enactment. It also prohibits these agencies from establishing or renewing leases in such jurisdictions in the future. The legislation requires federal agencies to identify and move covered office space located in jurisdictions that restrict cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts.

This Act places an immediate moratorium on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) awarding new contracts for specific surveillance technologies used in immigration enforcement, such as facial recognition and location tracking. The freeze remains in place until the DHS Inspector General completes a comprehensive audit of these technologies and the Secretary reports on necessary safeguards. Upon completion of the audit and reporting requirements, DHS must issue annual public reports detailing the continued use of these surveillance tools.

The Government Bailout Prevention Act aims to prohibit the use of federal funds, Treasury borrowing, and Federal Reserve lending to bail out financially distressed state and local governments. This ban applies to entities that default or face default after January 1, 2026, with an exception for assistance provided in response to a declared disaster. The legislation specifically targets debt guarantees and financial assistance to state, municipal, and local entities.

This bill authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on June 24, 2026. The event will dedicate the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence.

This Act establishes the United States-Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Initiative to enhance military collaboration between the U.S. and Abraham Accords nations. The initiative focuses on deterring Iranian aggression and improving regional defense capabilities, such as air defense and intelligence sharing. The Secretary of Defense is required to develop a strategy and report funding needs to Congress.

The AI Workforce Assessment and Research Enhancement (AWARE) Act mandates the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to begin collecting comprehensive data on the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in the workplace. This new data collection will address significant gaps in understanding how AI affects employment, wages, tasks, and training across the U.S. labor market. The goal is to provide policymakers and the public with timely, robust statistics to better respond to technological transformation.

This bill establishes the Department of Advanced Technology and Artificial Intelligence to create a unified federal strategy and framework for the use of artificial intelligence across all government agencies. The Department will be responsible for developing safety standards, funding research, and addressing workforce impacts related to AI. It also mandates a GAO report to review existing AI efforts and recommend necessary legislative and structural changes.

The All in For Attendance Act addresses the widespread problem of chronic student absenteeism by expanding federal support for proven, non-punitive interventions. The bill allows schools to use federal funds for strategies like data tracking, family engagement, and targeted support programs. Crucially, it also prohibits local educational agencies from imposing suspensions, fines, or academic penalties on students solely due to their absences.

The China Subsidy Response and Export Competitiveness Act of 2026 aims to bolster U.S. competitiveness against Chinese subsidies. It expands the Export-Import Bank's guarantee coverage to explicitly include businesses located within the United States. Furthermore, the bill broadens the scope of the Program on China and Transformational Exports to neutralize a wider range of subsidies and includes new priority sectors like printed circuit boards and medical manufacturing.