Legislation

The Kennedy Center Protection Act voids the Board of Trustees' 2025 vote to rename the performing arts center. This legislation mandates the immediate removal of any signage reflecting the altered name and restores the official title to the "John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts." Furthermore, it explicitly prohibits the Board from ever taking action to rename the center in the future.

This act mandates a strategic review of the Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve to ensure its readiness for energy security needs. The Secretary of Energy must report to Congress on the Reserve's optimal capacity, composition, and capabilities. The goal is to create an action plan for maximizing the Reserve's effectiveness in supporting the region's energy security.

This act grants the District of Columbia the authority to set the salary for its Chief Financial Officer. The CFO's compensation must be the higher of the federal pay limit for certain senior employees or a rate established by D.C. law. Any rate set by the District cannot be reduced during the CFO's term.

The Federal Property Integrity Act prohibits naming any federal building, land, or asset after a President currently serving in office. This new rule establishes a clear standard for naming federal property, ensuring such designations are not made while a President is actively serving.

This bill transfers approximately 3,156 acres of federal land to be held in trust for the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, expanding their reservation. The transfer is conditioned on the Tribe granting an easement for electric transmission facilities. The bill also permanently prohibits gaming on the transferred land.

This bill requires reimbursement to the Treasury for Secret Service protection costs incurred during presidential travel for personal business interests. It also restricts the President's business activities while in office and mandates new reporting requirements related to presidential libraries. Finally, it creates an exception to the Federal Tort Claims Act allowing certain current or former high-ranking officials to sue the government for damages.

The Transnational Fentanyl Prevention Act mandates the Director of the CIA to produce a comprehensive intelligence assessment of the Sinaloa and Jalisco cartels. This report must detail their structure, smuggling operations, chemical sourcing, and methods for undermining counternarcotics efforts. The assessment will be delivered to key congressional committees within 90 days of enactment.

This bill mandates that federal monitors and receivers overseeing public housing agencies must testify annually before key House and Senate committees. This ensures accountability by requiring them to report on their management oversight of these agencies.

This bill establishes a new federal tax credit for businesses that install qualified Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system property. The credit is generally set at 10% of the property's cost, with potential increases for meeting domestic content or energy community requirements. To qualify, the CHP system must meet specific efficiency and output standards, and construction must begin after 2024.

The Federal Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Act of 2025 aims to safeguard federal funds by excluding individuals convicted of specific federal fraud felonies from receiving federal contracts, grants, or loans for three years. This exclusion will be enforced through the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions list, though agencies retain limited waiver authority. The Attorney General is tasked with issuing guidance to implement these new contracting requirements within one year of enactment.

The MAIL Theft Act of 2025 mandates that federal agencies, including the Department of Justice and Homeland Security, develop and report on a coordinated strategy to combat organized postal crime networks. This legislation aims to improve information sharing between federal, state, and local law enforcement regarding mail theft operations. It also requires an independent review of coordination efforts between the private sector and law enforcement.

This bill establishes new research requirements focused on the health conditions affecting descendants of veterans exposed to toxic substances during military service. It mandates the creation of interagency task forces to conduct collaborative research on diagnosis and treatment for these descendants. Additionally, the legislation requires the VA to conduct a specific study on the biological descendants of Operation Ranch Hand veterans to assess birth defects and developmental delays.

The Lowering American Energy Costs Act of 2025 seeks to reduce domestic energy prices by restricting the export of natural gas. Citing findings that exports increase consumer costs and harm the environment, the bill mandates the President to establish rules prohibiting most U.S. natural gas exports. Any exemptions to this prohibition must align with the national interest and receive approval via a joint resolution of Congress.

This Act establishes a policy to shift U.S. foreign assistance toward a model led by local partners for greater efficiency and sustainability. It mandates that USAID directly fund local partners with at least 25% of obligated program funds by FY 2028. The bill also introduces new authorities and streamlines processes to simplify access, support local leadership, and improve agency staffing related to this direct funding.

The RESTRICT Act establishes a five-year prohibition on exporting certain advanced integrated circuits to designated "countries of concern." It amends export control laws to require a license for exporting these sensitive chips to any "covered country." The bill also sets strict criteria for U.S. persons to qualify for an exemption from these licensing requirements.

This bill proposes establishing a **Permanent Select Committee on Aging** within the House of Representatives. This committee will focus on conducting comprehensive studies regarding the challenges and needs of older Americans across various areas like health, income, and housing. It is important to note that this committee will not have legislative authority to write or vote on bills.

The Reporting Accountability and Abuse Prevention Act of 2026 mandates that all recipients of federal Title X family planning funds must strictly comply with state and local laws regarding the reporting of various forms of abuse, including child abuse and sexual assault. This compliance requires grantees to implement specific policies, conduct annual training, and establish protocols for patient safety and intervention. Failure to adhere to these requirements will result in penalties, including the repayment of federal funds and a multi-year ban on receiving future Title X assistance for repeat violations.

The SOAR Act establishes special contracting authority for the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron near Pensacola, Florida. This allows the Secretary of the Navy to enter into contracts and incur obligations in advance of appropriations for the Squadron's flight demonstration or training events. This provision bypasses standard federal funding restrictions to ensure operational flexibility.

The Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025 aims to significantly enhance road safety by integrating modern data technologies into federal highway and freight safety programs. This legislation encourages states to adopt predictive analytics and telematics for risk modeling and proactive safety planning. Furthermore, it directs the Department of Transportation to establish guidance on data security and the responsible use of these advanced safety tools.

The Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026 amends the Lacey Act to create new exemptions and a registration pathway for certain entities possessing previously prohibited wildlife species. This legislation specifically exempts Class B licensed exhibitors and allows current owners to register existing animals under strict conditions, such as ceasing all public contact and breeding. Furthermore, the bill removes the snow leopard and clouded leopard from the list of prohibited wildlife species.