Legislation

The "Hands Off Elections Act of 2026" prohibits federal executive agency employees from intervening in or directing the administration of federal elections. This ban includes exceptions for specific authorized federal duties and cybersecurity assistance. State chief law enforcement officers are empowered to seek court injunctions to enforce this prohibition.

This bill, the "Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2026," authorizes the President to declare a smoke emergency when wildfire smoke severely impacts air quality in one or more states. Upon declaration, the President can provide federal assistance through FEMA for protective measures like smoke shelters and air purifiers. The Act also establishes grants for small businesses significantly affected by the smoke and adjusts budget rules to accommodate emergency funding.

This bill, the CDBGDR Automated Assessment Act, mandates the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to regularly assess unmet community development needs in areas affected by major disasters. HUD must use federal data to evaluate damage and identify shortages in housing and economic recovery following a disaster declaration. The Secretary is then required to report these unmet needs to Congress, specifically those addressable by Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds or similar programs.

The TSP Modernization Act facilitates the electronic transfer of funds from Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts to qualified retirement plans. This change will take effect one year after the bill is enacted, allowing participants to move their savings more efficiently. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board is responsible for implementing this new electronic transfer process.

This bill, the Student Athlete Act of 2026, establishes federal rules governing student athlete eligibility and transfers in intercollegiate athletics. It guarantees five years of eligibility while generally imposing a one-year ineligibility period for transfers, with an exception for a student athlete's first transfer. Furthermore, the Act requires institutions to honor grant-in-aid commitments unless the athlete transfers.

This bill, known as Marcuss Law, mandates that high school students (grades 9-12) receiving federal education funds must undergo an electrocardiogram and echocardiogram before their first athletic contest, starting in the 2026–2027 school year. Local educational agencies must partner to offer these screenings for $\$20$ or less, though religious and medical exemptions are permitted. Agencies unable to secure a partnership may request a temporary waiver.

This bill, the "American Electric Rail Mapping Act of 2026," mandates the Federal Railroad Administration to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility of electrifying passenger and freight rail corridors nationwide. The study will map existing and planned rail systems, assess current power sources, and identify segments suitable for electrification or other clean rail technologies. The Administrator is required to consult with various stakeholders and report findings to Congress within two years of enactment.

This bill, the "Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act," expands existing "Right to Try" laws to allow patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses access to investigational, individualized medical treatments based on their unique genetic profile. It establishes new requirements for patient eligibility, informed consent, and physician certification for these custom-made treatments. The legislation also extends liability protections to manufacturers providing these specialized therapies.

This bill, the WARP Act of 2026, mandates the Secretary of Defense to conduct a comprehensive assessment of how integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) impacts warfighters' ability to retain critical skills and maintain operational readiness. The assessment must identify risks associated with AI reliance, evaluate training programs, and recommend policies to ensure proficiency is sustained, especially when AI systems are unavailable. The Department must report findings and recommendations to Congress within one year and submit a longitudinal study three years after enactment.

This bill, the Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act, mandates federal funding for the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) through a cooperative agreement. It ensures that all state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments receive free access to core cybersecurity services, threat intelligence, and technical assistance. The legislation also requires CISA to develop a plan to restore and expand participation, particularly among under-resourced entities.

This resolution strongly condemns Chinese dictator Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party for a pattern of deceit, undermining global peace, and orchestrating widespread crimes against humanity. It details abuses ranging from health misinformation and trade cheating to genocide in Xinjiang and military aggression. The Senate stands in solidarity with victims and encourages the use of sanctions against CCP officials.

This bill, the "Protecting Americans from High Electricity Prices Act of 2026," overhauls the criteria the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission uses to approve natural gas import and export applications. It mandates that the Commission must now affirmatively find that such activities are in the public interest, explicitly considering climate impacts, domestic affordability, and national security risks. The legislation specifically prohibits approvals that would increase U.S. natural gas prices or raise greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3).

This bill, the "Beginning Educator Mentorship and Retention Act," establishes a federal grant program to support high-quality, two-year induction and mentoring programs for new teachers and school leaders in public schools. The goal is to combat high turnover rates, improve student learning, and address disparities in teacher experience, particularly in high-need and rural schools. Grants will prioritize local educational agencies serving high concentrations of economically disadvantaged students and require recipients to provide matching funds unless waived.

The Encouraging Public Offerings Act of 2026 expands access to key pre-offering tools for all companies, not just emerging growth companies. This bill allows any issuer to confidentially submit draft registration statements to the SEC for review. Furthermore, it permits all companies to "test the waters" by communicating with potential investors before filing a registration statement.

This bill, the Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2026, authorizes the President to declare a smoke emergency when severe wildfire smoke significantly impacts air quality in a state. Upon declaration, federal agencies like FEMA can provide emergency assistance, including resources for smoke shelters and air monitoring. The Act also allows the Small Business Administration to offer relief grants to small businesses affected by the declared emergency.

This bill, the "Tiananmen Square Memorial Act of 2026," officially designates a specific section of International Place Northwest in Washington, D.C., as "Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard." The legislation also renames the address 3505 International Place Northwest to 1 Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard. Furthermore, it mandates the installation of new street signage to reflect this designation.

This resolution designates June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day to increase public understanding and access to naloxone, the life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses. The day aims to educate the public on how to use naloxone and reduce the stigma surrounding substance use disorder. It encourages broad support for expanding the availability and distribution of this critical medication.

The Build American Efficiency Act streamlines the process for HUD funding recipients to certify compliance with domestic content requirements under the Build America, Buy America Act. It directs HUD to recognize documentation from the Make It American Process Standard as sufficient evidence for this certification. This change offers flexibility, as recipients are not required to use this specific documentation.

The HEAR Act of 2026 generally prohibits the manufacture, transfer, and possession of firearm silencers and mufflers, with specific exceptions for government, law enforcement, and nuclear security personnel. The bill removes silencers from the federal definition of a "firearm" while simultaneously establishing penalties for violating the new ban. It also mandates the Attorney General to create a 90-day nationwide buy-back program for surrendered silencers using Byrne grant funds.

The Less Tax Paperwork for Digital Asset Owners Act aims to simplify the tax obligations for digital asset owners. It introduces tax exemptions for small network fees, creates an optional simplified accounting method for widely traded assets, and treats U.S. dollar stablecoin transactions much like cash. The bill also updates broker reporting requirements to reflect these changes.