Legislation

This bill establishes the Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Task Force within the Department of Justice to combat the growing threat of digital asset crimes. The Task Force will coordinate federal efforts, develop best practices, and provide technical assistance to state and local law enforcement. Its primary focus is on improving the investigation and prosecution of cryptocurrency theft without creating new regulations or criminal offenses.

This bill, the "Magnets Value Chain Support Act of 2026," establishes new tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of permanent magnets, magnet metals, and rare earth oxides. It also creates a corresponding tax credit for businesses that use these domestically produced magnets in manufacturing critical technologies for defense, energy, and advanced electronics. The legislation aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign supply chains, particularly China, for these vital components.

The Preventing AI Censorship Act establishes a private right of action allowing U.S. citizens to sue federal employees who violate First Amendment rights through actions related to artificial intelligence. This includes coercing AI providers to suppress viewpoints or directly interfering with an individual's lawful use of AI based on protected expression. The bill aims to prevent government censorship in the development and use of artificial intelligence technologies.

This bill, the Broadband Deployment and Economic Impact Study Act of 2026, directs the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to conduct a comprehensive study on current broadband internet access technologies. The resulting report to Congress must analyze the workforce needs, economics, performance metrics, and consumer costs associated with technologies like fiber, wireless, and satellite. The goal is to provide Congress with detailed information on the landscape of broadband deployment.

This bill amends the Administrative Procedure Act to require federal courts to conduct a **de novo trial of the facts** when reviewing agency actions that seek to impose a sanction. This means judges must independently review and decide all relevant factual questions, rather than deferring to the agency's factual findings. Consequently, agency actions imposing sanctions can be overturned if the underlying facts are not adequately supported, even if formal procedures were followed.

The Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act of 2026 mandates that transportation planning organizations and states assess the vulnerability of their infrastructure to local natural disasters. This legislation requires identifying the most at-risk transportation facilities and prioritizing projects to ensure critical routes remain operational before, during, and after a disaster.

This bill, the "Buy Now Pay Later Consumer Protection Act of 2026," amends the Truth in Lending Act to classify "buy now, pay later" loans as credit cards. This action brings these short-term, interest-free installment loans under the same regulatory framework as traditional credit cards. The legislation mandates the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to issue implementing rules within six months to ensure consumer protection disclosures are applied to BNPL issuers.

This bill, the Critical Defense Ownership Review Act, requires investment companies to notify the Department of Defense before acquiring a controlling interest in a major defense supplier. The DoD must then review the transaction's impact on national security and report findings to antitrust authorities. Additionally, the bill mandates a triennial review of merger and acquisition activity involving defense suppliers to assess the health of the defense industrial base.

This bill establishes the Foreign Investment Review Authority (FIRA) to monitor and track foreign countries' investment commitments made to the United States. FIRA will review these "covered investments" to ensure they provide a "net economic benefit" and comply with federal ethics and transparency laws. The legislation mandates public reporting on commitment progress and grants FIRA the authority to mediate or prohibit non-compliant investments.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 2777 Logan Avenue in San Diego, California, to the "Armando Rodriguez Post Office." The legislation ensures all federal records and documents reflect this new designation.

This bill, the Veterans to Advanced Manufacturing Plan Act, directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create an action plan to help veterans secure employment in the advanced manufacturing sector. The plan must identify barriers for both veterans and employers, highlight veteran skills relevant to the industry, and recommend specific actions to increase veteran participation. The goal is to streamline the path for veterans to enter and succeed in advanced manufacturing jobs.

The "No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026" amends federal law to deem specific toxic chemicals, including certain phthalates, PFAS, and Bisphenols, unsafe for use in food contact materials. This legislation mandates that the FDA consider the impact on vulnerable populations when reviewing alternatives to these banned substances. Furthermore, the Act preserves the authority of states and local governments to enact stricter regulations regarding food additives and contact substances.

This bill, the "Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act," amends existing law to mandate six specific fee-free days annually for entry to federal recreational lands and waters. These free admission days are set to coincide with significant holidays like Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Veterans Day. The goal is to promote national pride and encourage public volunteerism by increasing access to these public lands.

This bill amends the Administrative Procedure Act to allow courts to set aside federal agency decisions if the supporting evidence is not based on reliable scientific principles and methods. It grants judges the authority to review and reject agency actions based on the scientific soundness of the evidence used.

The MAP for Broadband Funding Act aims to improve the accuracy and transparency of the federal Broadband Funding Map, which tracks infrastructure investments. It mandates coordination between the FCC and NTIA to ensure timely and complete data collection from all relevant federal agencies. Furthermore, the bill requires the FCC to conduct an inquiry into map functionality and directs the GAO to study agency compliance and data quality.

The Artificial Intelligence Environmental Impacts Act of 2026 addresses the growing energy and environmental challenges posed by rapidly expanding AI infrastructure. The bill mandates a comprehensive study by the EPA and other agencies on the full lifecycle impacts of AI, from hardware manufacturing to data center operation. It also establishes a stakeholder consortium to develop measurement standards and requires annual public reporting from AI data center operators on their resource consumption and pollution. Ultimately, this legislation aims to mitigate the negative environmental effects of AI while promoting its beneficial applications.

The Protecting U.S. Fishers from Illegal Foreign Flags Act of 2026 strengthens measures against illegal fishing by expanding criteria for identifying nations that fail to regulate foreign vessels operating under their flag. This bill mandates updating the regulatory definition of "illegal, unreported, or unregulated fishing" to align with existing federal law. Ultimately, it aims to ensure better accountability for flag states regarding illegal fishing activities.

The Strengthening Social Security Act of 2026 gradually phases out Social Security taxes on earnings above the contribution base starting in 2028. It also adjusts benefit calculations by increasing the first bend point rate and incorporating a portion of previously untaxed surplus earnings into the primary insurance amount formula starting in 2033. Furthermore, the bill mandates the creation of a new Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers (CPI-E) to be used for calculating future cost-of-living adjustments. Finally, it improves survivor benefits for widows and widowers in two-income households and protects current SSI recipients from benefit reductions.

The Juice for Healthy Families Act of 2026 amends the WIC program to establish a uniform maximum monthly allowance of 128 fluid ounces of single-strength juice for specific WIC food packages. This legislation standardizes the amount of juice provided under certain WIC food packages (IV, V, VI, and VII).

This bill establishes a distinct regulatory framework for homeopathic drug products under federal law, recognizing their unique preparation methods and history of use. It exempts these products from standard new drug approval while mandating specific safety, manufacturing, and labeling rules tailored to their nature. The legislation also creates an advisory committee to guide the Secretary of Health and Human Services on regulating these products.