Legislation

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 imposes sweeping economic, financial, and energy sanctions on the Russian Federation to counter its war efforts and support for global instability. Additionally, the bill extends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 through 2031 to maintain continued pressure on the Iranian regime. Together, these measures aim to isolate adversarial actors through targeted financial restrictions, trade barriers, and enhanced oversight.

This resolution honors the lives and sacrifices of Joseph Curseen, Jr. and Thomas Morris, Jr., two postal employees who died following the 2001 anthrax attacks. It further recognizes the dedication of all United States Postal Service employees who continue to serve the nation despite the risks they face.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to remove specific deed restrictions from a 3.62-acre parcel of land in Paducah, Kentucky, currently held by the city. The legislation ensures that the land remains dedicated to public or recreational use and establishes strict conditions regarding any future transfer of the property to the Oscar Cross Boys & Girls Club.

The Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act provides tax relief to individuals affected by federally declared disasters occurring between 2019 and 2027. The bill allows taxpayers to deduct qualified disaster-related casualty losses even if they do not itemize and excludes certain wildfire relief payments from gross income. These measures aim to reduce the financial burden on disaster victims by simplifying the deduction process and preventing the taxation of recovery compensation.

This resolution invokes the Congressional Review Act to disapprove of the Environmental Protection Agency’s rule regarding California’s Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards for commercial harbor craft. If enacted, this measure would nullify the rule, rendering it without force or effect.

The READ Act aims to address the national literacy crisis by supporting states and schools in implementing evidence-based, science-of-reading instructional practices. The legislation provides grants for teacher training, early literacy screenings, and targeted student interventions to improve proficiency and close opportunity gaps. Additionally, it mandates that schools notify parents when students are identified as at risk for reading difficulties, ensuring families are informed and involved in their child's progress.

This resolution exercises congressional authority to disapprove of the Environmental Protection Agency’s rule regarding California’s nonroad engine and small off-road engine pollution standards. If enacted, this measure would nullify the EPA’s decision, rendering the associated regulations void and without legal effect.

The Make State Wildlife Action Plans (SWAPs) Efficient Act of 2026 streamlines the federal approval process for state wildlife conservation programs by establishing a mandatory 180-day review deadline. This legislation ensures states can access critical restoration funds more quickly by requiring the Secretary of the Interior to provide timely approvals or report delays directly to Congress.

The Jobs, Not Waste Act of 2026 formally terminates the Yucca Mountain nuclear repository project and prohibits any future use of the site for nuclear waste storage. The bill mandates the environmental cleanup of the location and requires a federal study to evaluate the economic potential and job-creating benefits of repurposing the site for alternative uses, such as renewable energy or scientific research.

The Saving Wallets and Increasing Penalties for Elder Scams (SWIPES) Act strengthens federal fraud and money laundering laws by expanding the legal definition of "access devices" to include gift cards and digital credentials. The bill significantly increases maximum prison sentences for fraud and establishes a mandatory additional two-year sentence for those who knowingly target victims over the age of 60.

The Equity in Pretrial Health Coverage Act ensures that individuals held in custody while awaiting trial maintain access to essential health care. By removing current exclusions, the bill allows these individuals to remain covered under Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, and Department of Veterans Affairs programs. This legislation aims to provide continuity of care for those who have not yet been convicted of a crime.

The Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2026 establishes grant programs to support the creation and expansion of physician residency programs in rural areas. By providing funding for both program development and technical assistance, this legislation aims to increase the number of medical professionals practicing in underserved rural communities. The bill authorizes $12.7 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to improve access to primary, specialty, and maternal healthcare.

The Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act of 2026 amends the Toxic Substances Control Act to implement a comprehensive ban on the manufacture, processing, use, and distribution of commercial asbestos. While the ban is effective immediately, the legislation includes limited, time-bound exceptions for the chlor-alkali industry, specific sheet gaskets, and essential national security needs. The bill ensures that existing asbestos installations remain unaffected and clarifies that the regulation applies specifically to commercial asbestos rather than incidental impurities.

The Human-Wildlife Conflict Reduction Act of 2026 establishes a U.S. Department of Agriculture program dedicated to developing and implementing nonlethal strategies to mitigate conflicts between wildlife, humans, and livestock. By providing research, training, and financial assistance to landowners and agricultural producers, the bill aims to protect livestock and infrastructure while promoting effective, humane coexistence.

The Improving CARE for Youth Act removes barriers to integrated healthcare by ensuring that state Medicaid programs cannot deny payment for mental health and primary care services simply because they are provided on the same day. This legislation facilitates more efficient, coordinated care by allowing providers to be reimbursed for both service types during a single patient visit.

The ACPAC Modernization Act updates the composition of the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee by formally adding ticket agents as a represented member group. This legislation ensures that ticket agents are included in the committee’s advisory process to better address aviation consumer protection issues.

The REACH Our Tribes Act aims to strengthen economic development in Tribal communities by formalizing a budgetary consultation process between the USDA and Tribal Governments. The bill also mandates improved reporting on program funding, establishes an interagency task force to reduce administrative burdens, and creates a comprehensive, publicly accessible repository of federal economic development programs available to Tribal entities.

The Civil Nuclear Export Act of 2026 updates the Export-Import Bank Act to facilitate the international financing of civil nuclear energy projects. The bill expands the Bank’s lending authority and includes civil nuclear technology under the Program on China and Transformational Exports. Additionally, it provides new flexibility for the Bank’s lending caps and default rate monitoring to support these strategic exports.

The Stop Superbugs Act establishes a competitive grant program to support a clinical research network dedicated to combating antibiotic resistance. This initiative focuses on accelerating clinical trials, improving community outreach, and integrating diagnostic and pharmaceutical innovations to better address the threat of superbugs.

The Prescription Information Modernization Act of 2026 allows pharmaceutical manufacturers to provide FDA-approved prescribing information electronically rather than in paper format. To ensure continued accessibility, the bill mandates that manufacturers provide paper copies upon request at no additional cost. Additionally, the legislation requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish implementation regulations and host a public workshop to improve the usability of digital drug information.