Legislation

The AI Bubble Transparency Act directs the Office of Financial Research to collect detailed data on how much financial companies are invested in or lending to the artificial intelligence sector. This information will be used to assess the potential risks AI-related debt and equity exposure poses to U.S. financial stability. The resulting public report will inform policy recommendations aimed at mitigating these emerging financial risks.

The American Innovation and Choice Online Act aims to curb anticompetitive practices by large "systemically important platforms." It prohibits these dominant online platforms from unfairly favoring their own products, misusing business user data, and imposing discriminatory terms that harm competition. The bill grants enforcement authority to the FTC and DOJ, establishes significant civil penalties for violations, and mandates expedited court proceedings for related antitrust lawsuits.

This act prohibits the use of federal funds to pay for legal settlements benefiting the President or for their personal/political gain. Instead, it redirects $1.776 billion from the Treasury to the Secretary of Health and Human Services to lower health care costs through the Medicaid program. The funding is specifically designated to reverse prior cuts made under Public Law 11921.

This Act establishes the Flood Mapping Modernization and Homeowner Empowerment Pilot Program, managed by FEMA, to award grants to local governments for creating and sharing modern, technology-based maps of urban flood risk. The program aims to enhance risk assessment, provide structure-specific flood projections, and make this crucial information publicly available online to help communities minimize property damage. The pilot will select up to 12 local governments or their stormwater authorities over four years, with specific geographic and population tiers for selection.

The American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026 reasserts Congressional authority over immigration, restricting executive power to grant employment authorization and adjust nonimmigrant statuses. The bill significantly overhauls the H-1B visa program by imposing strict new labor certification requirements on employers, strengthening wage standards, and reducing the maximum duration of H-1B status. Furthermore, it eliminates the presumption against immigrant intent for H-1B applicants and expands enforcement powers against employers who violate the new provisions.

The Responsible Artificial Intelligence Defense Act of 2026 establishes a comprehensive framework within the Department of Defense for developing and using autonomous weapon systems and AI capabilities. It mandates maximizing the use of AI while ensuring continuous, rigorous human oversight to comply with the laws of war and safety standards. The bill institutes a risk-based review system for all new systems before prototyping and fielding, and it explicitly prohibits using autonomy for initiating nuclear launches or certain domestic surveillance activities. Finally, it requires extensive testing, evaluation, and annual reporting to Congress on the implementation of these safeguards.

This bill revises the authorities of the Government Publishing Office (GPO) to modernize its operations, update how it sells publications, and establish comprehensive programs for preserving and providing free public access to all federal information. Key provisions include creating a permanent digital repository for government publications and streamlining GPO's internal management and procurement rules. Ultimately, the legislation aims to ensure all government information is cataloged, preserved, and accessible to the public in the most efficient, modern formats.

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.