Legislation

This Act strengthens federal espionage laws to deter foreign surveillance of critical U.S. military capabilities. It establishes stricter penalties and a legal presumption of intent to harm for foreign nationals from designated countries who photograph or record high-value military assets or installations. The legislation also mandates the public identification of these strategic locations and modernizes prohibited activities to include AI-enhanced visual depictions.

This bill strengthens oversight of nurse aide training programs in nursing facilities by removing outdated exceptions and allowing the government to temporarily disapprove programs at facilities with serious quality-of-care violations. It also expands access to the National Practitioner Data Bank, enabling more Medicare and Medicaid providers to conduct essential employee background checks. The goal is to ensure higher standards of care and safety for seniors in long-term care settings.

This act aims to immediately lower costs for American farmers by eliminating trade duties and revoking countervailing duty orders on phosphate fertilizer imports from Morocco. The legislation ensures these essential agricultural inputs can be imported without added tariffs, effective shortly after enactment.

The Baby Changing on Board Act mandates the installation of baby changing tables in restrooms on newly purchased Amtrak and federally assisted passenger rail cars. This ensures that certain public restrooms on these trains are equipped with accessible changing stations for parents and caregivers. The bill specifically targets new rail cars that have at least one non-private restroom.

This bill aims to improve the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by requiring telecommunications providers to transmit precise, **dispatchable location information** for all calls made to the service. It mandates the FCC to initiate an inquiry into the technical and privacy challenges of this requirement. Additionally, the GAO must report to Congress on the feasibility and implications of using geolocation technology for 988 callers.

The Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act primarily focuses on extending key tax incentives for biodiesel and renewable diesel through 2029, with a temporary gap in coverage. It also includes provisions to prevent taxpayers from claiming overlapping benefits under both the biodiesel credits and the Clean Fuel Production Credit. This legislation aims to support the continued development of renewable fuels.

The No Funds for Iran War Act prohibits the use of federal funds for military action in or against Iran through the end of 2026. This ban remains in effect unless Congress formally declares war or passes a specific authorization for military force. Exceptions are made only for actions consistent with the War Powers Resolution or necessary self-defense against an imminent attack.

The Protect the Presidency Act amends federal law to allow the death penalty as a potential punishment for the assassination of certain high-level government officials. This legislation revises existing statutes to include execution as an option alongside imprisonment for those convicted of such crimes.

The No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026 mandates the Secretary of Education to implement an identity fraud detection system for all federal student aid applications starting October 1, 2026. If fraud is suspected, applicants will be notified and institutions must verify identity in person or via live video before disbursing any federal aid. This legislation aims to prevent the fraudulent receipt of student financial assistance.

This Act establishes the Office of Export Controls and Border Security within the State Department to enhance U.S. national security. The Office will work with partner countries to prevent the diversion and misuse of sensitive technologies and dual-use items that could aid weapons proliferation. Furthermore, the bill directs the development of a comprehensive strategy to strengthen global export controls and border security enforcement.

The No Oil Profits for Enemies Act of 2026 (NOPE Act) significantly expands Congressional oversight of sanctions against the Russian Federation, particularly concerning energy-related actions. It mandates a review period for sanctions on Russian oil and gas that only ends once Russia ends its war in Ukraine and commits to reparations. The bill allows for temporary exceptions to this review for urgent safety or environmental needs related to energy transport.

The CHARLIE Act amends federal law to restrict the use of American History and Civics program funds, explicitly prohibiting their use for "discriminatory equity ideology" or "gender ideology." Furthermore, the bill bars the Secretary of Education from prioritizing grant applicants based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or immigration status. This legislation aims to ensure federal education funding is not used for specific ideological purposes and to prevent identity-based preferences in grant awards.

The Disaster Declaration Transparency Act of 2026 establishes a formal process for Congress to override a Presidential denial of a Governor's request for a major disaster declaration. If the President refuses a declaration, they must provide a written explanation to Congressional leadership within 24 hours. Congressional leaders can then introduce a joint resolution, subject to fast-track procedures in both chambers, to compel the President to issue the declaration.

This bill, introduced by Representative Green, proposes to expand the Supreme Court by increasing the number of Associate Justices from eight to twelve. The legislation also adjusts the quorum requirement for the Court from six to eight justices.

The ENDS Chinese Vapes Act of 2026 aims to stop the illegal entry of unauthorized electronic nicotine delivery systems into the United States. This bill establishes significant new civil penalties for individuals or entities that fraudulently, negligently, or grossly negligently introduce these smuggled vaping products. Penalties are tiered based on intent and can be substantially increased for repeat offenses or if the shipment attempts to evade customs laws. This legislation works alongside existing enforcement powers to deter the distribution of unapproved foreign vapes.

This bill amends the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 to prohibit certain institutions of higher education from receiving Department of Defense research and development awards. Specifically, an institution is banned for five years if it receives funding from a foreign source for research related to national security or military applications. This prohibition targets funding from specified foreign governments, including China and Russia, for work in areas like artificial intelligence and biotechnology.

The Built To Last Act of 2026 directs federal agencies to develop and disseminate a consistent set of forward-looking, long-term weather and environmental trend data. This information will be used by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to advise organizations developing building codes and standards. The goal is to ensure future infrastructure planning incorporates the best available scientific projections of extreme weather.

This bill mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create and maintain a comprehensive, long-term strategic human capital plan to optimize its workforce. It also establishes strict 60-day advance notice requirements and detailed justifications for any workforce reductions or office reorganizations. The goal is to ensure the VA's staffing aligns with projected demand and improves the quality and timeliness of services for veterans.

The Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act directs the Department of Defense to create a comprehensive program that helps transitioning servicemembers understand and access their federal benefits through personalized information and multiple delivery methods. The bill also mandates the designation of a senior Department of Defense official to oversee and improve all military-to-civilian and reserve transition policies and programs. This aims to ensure service members are fully prepared for life after service.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 5951 Riverdale Avenue in Bronx, New York. The facility will now be known as the "Eliot L. Engel Post Office." This designation will apply to all official records and documents referencing the location.