Legislation

The Temporary Protected Status Reform Act of 2026 terminates Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Yemen, and Lebanon. This act establishes a 180-day wind-down period, after which individuals must depart unless they secure another form of lawful immigration status. Congress asserts its authority to clarify the intended temporary nature of TPS, which has often been extended for decades by executive discretion.

This resolution honors the life, achievements, and legacy of former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. It recognizes his distinguished service in the Air Force, his Olympic athletic career, and his historic tenure in the U.S. Congress. The resolution specifically highlights his landmark legislative accomplishments, including establishing the National Museum of the American Indian. The Senate expresses its sorrow and will recess as a mark of respect for his memory.

This resolution honors the life and enduring legacy of Reverend Richard Smallwood, a world-class composer, pianist, and arranger. It recognizes his profound musical and spiritual contributions to gospel music and American culture, highlighted by iconic compositions like "Total Praise." The bill celebrates his extensive career as an educator, recording artist, and minister. Finally, it formally mourns his passing and directs that copies of the resolution be sent to his family and affiliated institutions.

This resolution designates 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the American Nurses Association. The designation serves to honor the vital contributions nurses make to the health and well-being of the nation.

This bill reauthorizes the White House Conference on Small Business, updating its structure, timing, and purposes to better address current small business challenges. It modifies delegate selection, increases participant fees, and establishes a new funding mechanism relying on non-Federal gifts and bequests. The Act also mandates the creation of an electronic communication system for ongoing delegate collaboration and recommendation tracking.

This act mandates the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive study of Argentina's 2025 financial crisis. The report will examine the crisis's origins, the U.S. and IMF response, and the terms of any U.S. assistance provided. The findings must be submitted to key Congressional committees and made publicly available.

The Advanced Wound Care and Regenerative Medicine Access and Reform Act overhauls Medicare payment for skin substitute products, establishing a new fixed payment system starting in 2026 and ensuring consistent reimbursement across all outpatient settings. It also introduces enhanced program integrity measures, including prepayment reviews and prior authorization for high-volume providers. Finally, the bill mandates the FDA to review and streamline the approval process for certain human cell and tissue-based regenerative medicine products while maintaining safety standards.

The Debt Solution and Accountability Act requires the Secretary of the Treasury to provide Congress with detailed reports on the national debt and the President's debt-reduction plans before the debt limit is increased. This legislation also mandates that the Treasury Department provide specific national debt data to key Congressional committees upon request. Ultimately, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability surrounding federal debt management.

The Protecting Patients from Rehab Fraud Act of 2025 mandates comprehensive reports from the Attorney General and the Comptroller General on fraud, illegal tactics, and patient abandonment within the drug addiction treatment industry. These reports will detail issues like insurance fraud, patient dumping, and facility misconduct. The goal is to provide Congress with necessary information and recommendations to crack down on these illegal practices and better protect vulnerable patients.

This act expands an existing grant program to specifically fund research-based public service announcement (PSA) campaigns aimed at preventing youth substance use. These campaigns must use age-appropriate materials across various media platforms. The bill also mandates annual reporting on the awarded grants, including campaign details and effectiveness evaluations.

The Parkway Safety and Reinvestment Act establishes a program to install speed safety cameras on highways within the National Park System to enhance traffic safety. Revenue generated from these automated citations will be dedicated to the construction, maintenance, and repair of park roads and camera systems within the unit where the violation occurred. The Secretary of the Interior must implement the camera program in compliance with relevant state laws.

The Farmers to Families Act establishes a grant program to increase the purchase of local agricultural products by recipients of federal nutrition assistance programs like WIC. It expands where WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits can be used to include local food sources and requires the USDA to facilitate EBT access for these purchases. The Act also creates a Technical Assistance Center to help farmers and markets comply with new regulations and accept federal nutrition benefits.

The HEALTH Act extends crucial provisions of the Affordable Care Act's premium tax credits beyond 2025, temporarily allowing higher-income taxpayers to qualify for assistance. It also extends the increased premium assistance amounts, tying the expiration of these benefits to a specific fiscal offset. Finally, the bill rescinds all unobligated balances previously set aside for assistance to Argentina.

The Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act establishes a program to test and develop advanced nuclear reactor designs, including small modular and micro-reactors, across at least ten diverse sites. This initiative encourages partnerships with the private sector to accelerate the demonstration of next-generation nuclear technologies.

The Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act aims to ensure federal port infrastructure funding is distributed fairly across the nation. This legislation amends the Port Infrastructure Development Program to mandate equitable geographic distribution when awarding grants for port projects, including those benefiting small ports.

This resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP), recognizing it as a major bipartisan effort to restore the natural flow of water in South Florida. It highlights the plan's critical role in protecting drinking water, strengthening community resilience, and supporting the regional economy. The resolution reaffirms the ongoing need for timely federal and state investment to complete authorized projects and fully realize the promise of Everglades restoration.

The BRIDGE Act establishes a new competitive grant program to fund the maintenance, replacement, or rehabilitation of commuter rail bridges. This program, administered by the Secretary of Transportation, authorizes $1.5 billion annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031. Grants will help public transportation operators cover the capital costs associated with these essential rail infrastructure projects.

The GRACE Act establishes the Guaranteed Refugee Admission Ceiling Enhancement Act to reform how the annual number of refugee admissions is set, requiring a minimum of 125,000 plus an additional amount for privately sponsored refugees. The bill mandates detailed quarterly public reporting on admission progress and processing statistics, including security checks and circuit ride operations. It also requires the President to submit plans if admissions fall significantly below the annual goal.

The ACCESS Through OTC Innovation Act aims to streamline the process for updating Over-the-Counter (OTC) drug monographs. It directs the FDA to apply a "least burdensome" standard when evaluating requests for evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of certain OTC drugs. The bill also mandates that the FDA meet with requestors to provide recommendations on necessary evidence if published reports are insufficient.

The Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act of 2025 aims to strengthen summer food assistance programs by increasing federal support for state administrative costs. Specifically, it mandates that the USDA reimburse states 90% of their monthly administrative expenses for operating summer electronic benefit transfer (EBT) programs for children. This increased funding also applies to administrative costs for regular SNAP operations.