Legislation

This resolution formally recognizes June 12, 2026, as the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. It honors the Sacred Heart as the living sign of Christ's divine love, mercy, and humility. The bill encourages devotion, prayer, and acts of reparation for sin within the Catholic tradition. It also affirms the importance of rejecting pride and seeking Christ's mercy.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as "Black Music Month" to celebrate the profound and enduring contributions of Black American music to the nation's culture. It recognizes Black music's shaping influence across virtually every genre and its central role in the struggle for Black freedom. The resolution calls on the nation to observe the month by elevating Black artistry, promoting diversity, and honoring this deep-rooted musical legacy.

This bill, the Military Readiness Permitting Efficiency Act of 2026, authorizes the Department of Defense (DoD) to enter into agreements with federal wildlife agencies to expedite environmental reviews for priority military programs. Under these agreements, the DoD can provide direct financial assistance to hire personnel to complete reviews required under laws like the Endangered Species Act. This mechanism is intended to ensure timely completion of reviews deemed essential for national defense when agencies lack sufficient resources.

This bill, the Prior Authorization Reform for Autoimmune and Blood Disorders Act, mandates that health plans cover prescribed drugs for autoimmune diseases and certain blood disorders. It also significantly limits insurers from requiring prior authorization for these specific treatments more than once every 12 months. These new coverage and authorization requirements take effect starting in 2027.

This bill, the "Artificial Intelligence Environmental Impacts Act of 2026," mandates a comprehensive study by the EPA on the environmental and energy impacts of AI data centers and infrastructure. It also requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish a consortium to develop measurement standards for these impacts. Finally, the legislation establishes an annual public reporting system for large AI data centers detailing their environmental footprint.

This bill establishes the voluntary "Alan S. Lowenthal Blue Whales, Blue Skies Act" program, managed by NOAA, to reduce air pollution and underwater noise while minimizing fatal vessel strikes on whales off the U.S. west coast. The program encourages vessel owners to voluntarily reduce ship speeds to 10 knots or less in designated areas. Participating vessels achieving compliance will receive annual "Excellence Awards" and permission to display an official recognition logo.

This bill, the "Right to Record Act of 2026," establishes an explicit federal right to record, observe, or peacefully protest federal law enforcement activities in public view. It creates a civil cause of action allowing individuals to sue officers and the United States for violations of this right, including provisions for statutory damages and attorney's fees. The Act mandates training for federal officers and requires courts to interpret its provisions broadly to protect these expressive activities.

This bill, the "Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act," expands existing right-to-try laws to include investigational individualized medical treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses. It establishes specific eligibility criteria for patients and manufacturers, including requirements for physician certification and enhanced informed consent. The legislation also extends existing liability protections to cover these personalized treatments.

This act, the "Powering the Future of American Space Dominance Act," mandates NASA to update its plans for advancing nuclear propulsion and power systems for deep space exploration. It directs NASA to establish timelines for demonstrating and routinely using radioisotope power systems on the Moon and to assess the readiness of fission surface power. Furthermore, the bill requires NASA to forecast lunar power needs and explore private sector agreements for supplying power on the Moon, while also examining liability protections for commercial partners involved in space nuclear activities.

This bill, the "Local Data for Better Conservation Act," amends the Endangered Species Act to mandate that the Secretary must consider and incorporate data provided by state governments when making decisions about listing or delisting threatened and endangered species. This ensures state-level information is part of federal conservation determinations.

This bill establishes the Bipartisan Social Security Commission to develop legislative recommendations for ensuring the solvency of Social Security trust funds for at least 75 years. The Commission must submit its findings and proposed legislation to Congress within one year of its first meeting. Furthermore, the Act mandates an expedited, amendment-free legislative process for Congress to consider and vote on the Commission's resulting "approval bill."

This bill, titled the "National Fossil Act," officially designates the American mastodon as the national fossil mammal and the *Tyrannosaurus rex* as the national fossil dinosaur of the United States. It amends federal law to formally recognize these two prehistoric species.

This bill, the "No Taxpayer Bailouts for Insurrectionists Act of 2026," places strict limitations on the federal government's ability to make large settlement payments to certain high-ranking officials and individuals connected to the January 6th events. It specifically prohibits any federal funds from being used in the *Trump v. Internal Revenue Service* settlement. Furthermore, any settlement over $50,000 with a "covered person" requires a detailed report to Congress 90 days in advance.

The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 is a comprehensive bill authorizing funding and setting policy for the Department of Defense across procurement, research, personnel, and operations. Key provisions focus on modernizing weapons systems, strengthening the defense industrial base against foreign adversaries, and enhancing military healthcare and compensation benefits. The legislation also includes significant funding authorizations for military construction projects and reforms to Department of Energy national security programs.

The Secure and Accountable Military AI Act of 2026 establishes rigorous oversight for the Department of Defense's use of artificial intelligence, particularly in high-consequence applications like lethal targeting and autonomous weapons. It mandates strict safeguards, testing, and human accountability before any high-risk AI system can be deployed operationally. Furthermore, the bill requires contractors developing frontier AI models to report security incidents and concerning model behaviors to the DoD.

This Act prohibits foreign states and sovereign wealth funds from funding U.S. civil litigation where they are not a party. It mandates strict disclosure requirements for any foreign third-party litigation funding in federal cases. Failure to comply can result in the dismissal of the case and other sanctions. The Attorney General must also report annually to Congress on the use of such foreign funding.

This bill establishes the "CCP Initiative" within the Department of Justice to aggressively counter threats from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The initiative focuses on protecting U.S. intellectual property, combating economic espionage, and reviewing foreign investment risks from the PRC. It mandates coordination across federal agencies and requires annual reporting on progress and challenges.

The No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 establishes mandatory identity fraud screening for all federal student aid applications starting in late 2026. If an application is flagged for potential fraud, colleges are prohibited from disbursing aid until they verify the student's identity using strict methods. This legislation also creates a higher scrutiny category for institutional program reviews if a school shows a pattern of paying aid on flagged applications without proper verification.

This bill, the Enhanced Alerts for Missing Loved Ones with Disabilities Act of 2026, amends existing law to expand alerts issued through the Ashanti Alert network. It mandates the inclusion of information regarding developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia in missing adult alerts. Furthermore, the legislation requires enhanced training for responders dealing with missing persons who have developmental disabilities.

This Act strengthens financial accountability across federal agencies by expanding the duties of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) to oversee critical areas like risk management and internal controls. It mandates the creation of agency-specific financial management plans tied to a new governmentwide four-year strategy. Furthermore, the bill requires more robust annual reporting from agencies and the OMB Director to ensure transparency regarding financial performance and progress.