Legislation

The Secure America Act allocates substantial funding across two titles to enhance national security operations. Title I focuses on border technology, non-immigration enforcement personnel for Customs and Border Protection, and specialized funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to combat child exploitation. Title II provides massive appropriations specifically directed toward immigration enforcement activities for both CBP and ICE, including funding for removals, facility support, and increased cooperation with state and local law enforcement.

The Parkinson’s Protection for Firefighters Act adds Parkinson's disease to the list of illnesses presumed to be proximately caused by federal employment in fire protection activities. This legislative change ensures that federal firefighters diagnosed with Parkinson's disease receive appropriate recognition and benefits related to their service.

The ROBINHOOD Act of 2026 institutes new tax rules for extremely high-net-worth individuals, treating certain loans and long-term leases as taxable events triggering capital gains. This legislation applies to individuals meeting high income or asset thresholds, effectively taxing unrealized gains when debt is taken out. The goal is to redistribute billions by ensuring these wealthy taxpayers recognize capital gains annually based on new borrowings.

This resolution officially designates specific dates in 2026 as National Seersucker Day, Seersucker Thursday, and Seersucker Appreciation Month. It honors the history and cultural significance of the breathable seersucker fabric, recognizing its connection to American tradition and the working person. The bill encourages the public to celebrate by wearing their best seersucker attire on these designated days.

This resolution celebrates the 80th anniversary of U.S.-Philippines diplomatic relations and the 75th anniversary of their Mutual Defense Treaty. It strongly condemns China's escalating aggression and rejection of the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling. The resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to the alliance, supports deepening security and economic cooperation, and affirms that an attack on Philippine forces in the South China Sea falls under the Mutual Defense Treaty.

The Safer Choice Program Authorization Act of 2026 formally establishes and strengthens the EPA's voluntary Safer Choice and Design for the Environment programs. This legislation mandates the EPA to continue operating these programs, which use rigorous, science-based standards to identify products made with safer chemical ingredients. The Act authorizes funding through 2034 and ensures ongoing transparency through annual reporting and a public database of certified products.

The Destroying Unnecessary, Misaligned, and Prohibitive Red Tape Act (DUMP Red Tape Act) establishes a dedicated Red Tape Hotline managed by the Small Business Administration's Chief Counsel for Advocacy. This hotline allows small entities to submit complaints regarding burdensome federal agency rules and guidance. The Chief Counsel must report annually to Congress and the SBA on hotline activity, identifying problem areas and recommending specific actions to reduce regulatory burdens on small businesses.

This bill establishes a new framework to provide direct emergency assistance payments to specialty crop growers, such as fruit and vegetable producers, harmed by natural disasters. Payments will be calculated based on historical sales and a factor set by the Secretary of Agriculture, taking into account the unique costs of specialty crops. The legislation sets specific payment limits, with higher caps available for producers who derive most of their income from farming.

This bill establishes the "Economic Relief for Specialty Crops Act" to provide financial support to specialty crop producers. It appropriates \$5 billion for fiscal year 2027 to make direct payments to these farmers through existing or similar USDA programs. The distribution of funds will adhere to established federal guidelines for specialty crop assistance.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The designation aims to increase public understanding, reduce the stigma associated with post-traumatic stress (PTS), and encourage timely treatment for affected veterans and service members. It recognizes the high risk of PTS among those who have served in recent conflicts and supports efforts to ensure those with this treatable injury receive proper care.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The bill aims to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence in the United States. It encourages the public to wear orange on the designated day to honor victims and promote community safety discussions.

The Florida Freeze Disaster Assistance Act appropriates \$3.5 billion in block grants to states to compensate agricultural producers for crop, tree, and vine losses caused by severe freezes in designated disaster areas. This funding is specifically intended to cover lost revenue, quality, or production, including losses to multi-year crops. The Secretary of Agriculture must report quarterly to Congress on the implementation of this assistance.

This resolution recognizes World Oceans Day and celebrates the vital role of the ocean in the history, economy, and security of the United States. It honors the contributions of maritime workers, the armed forces, and coastal communities. The resolution also highlights key anniversaries, including the 50th anniversary of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and the 20th anniversary of the Marine Debris Program. Finally, it reaffirms the nation's commitment to ocean stewardship and leadership.

The Promoting Authenticity with Influencer Disclaimers Act mandates that political committees clearly disclose when they have paid an individual to post content online. This ensures that consumers can easily identify paid political messaging across digital platforms. The law sets standards for conspicuous disclaimers and establishes an effective date of January 1, 2027.

This bill adjusts the eligibility requirements for facilities seeking the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation under Medicare. It broadens the qualifying period, allowing facilities to qualify if they were a Critical Access Hospital at any point between January 1, 2015, and the date of enactment. The legislation also ensures that changes in a facility's provider number due to ownership transfer do not disqualify it.

This resolution recognizes the vital economic and historical contributions of American automotive workers, with a special focus on Michigan's central role in the industry. It highlights the sector's impact on national manufacturing, job creation, and security. The resolution further expresses support for designating September 2026 as "American Automotive Worker Recognition Month."

The **Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act** amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to significantly improve services for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. The bill mandates better identification, specialized instruction—including access to American Sign Language and Braille—and increased training for qualified personnel across all three disability areas. It ensures these students receive comprehensive support tailored to their unique communication and access needs from early intervention through school age.

The Controlled Substances Act Clarification in Sciences Act of 2026 updates the Controlled Substances Act by adding precise definitions for key terms like "accepted medical use" and "dependence liability." This legislation mandates that the Attorney General must defer to the Secretary of HHS's scientific evaluation when scheduling drugs. Furthermore, scheduling decisions must now balance public health protection with preserving access for accepted medical uses and recognizing societal benefits.

This bill, the "Applying Existing Tax Anti-Abuse Rules to Digital Assets Act," amends the Internal Revenue Code to explicitly apply wash sale and constructive sale rules to digital assets. It broadens the definition of "specified assets" to include most digital assets, while creating specific exceptions for assets like qualified U.S. dollar stablecoins received through transaction validation. The Act also establishes comprehensive definitions for various digital asset terms for tax purposes.

The Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act establishes new federal income tax rules for digital assets acquired through mining or staking. It mandates that newly minted digital assets are generally taxed as ordinary income upon receipt, though taxpayers can elect to defer income recognition and capitalize related costs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that trusts engaging in digital asset staking activities will not automatically lose their trust classification for tax purposes.