Legislation

The PRESS Act aims to curb illegal synthetic drug production by regulating specialized manufacturing equipment like pill presses. It requires owners of this equipment to register with the DEA, with exemptions for licensed entities. The bill also establishes new federal penalties for manufacturing or selling drug-making equipment intended for illegal import into the U.S.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule recently issued by the Department of Education concerning the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. If enacted, this resolution would prevent the published rule from taking effect or being enforced.

The Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026 establishes federal grant programs managed by the FCC to increase enrollment in the Lifeline program. These grants will fund state outreach efforts to inform eligible low-income individuals about the service discounts. Additionally, the bill provides funding for states to better connect their benefit databases with the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier to streamline the enrollment process.

This bill, the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act, raises the mandatory retirement age for commercial airline and cargo pilots from 65 to 67. It also provides an option for certain operators to allow experienced pilots to fly until age 70 under specific conditions. The legislation ensures that older pilots are subject to the same safety and medical standards as younger pilots unless the FAA determines otherwise.

This bill extends key surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until May 21, 2026. It also mandates the public release of a specific Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court opinion related to Section 702 certifications, allowing for necessary redactions to protect intelligence sources and methods.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has explicitly authorized the action. It asserts Congress's constitutional authority over declaring war and cites the War Powers Resolution regarding unauthorized military engagements. The bill permits necessary defensive actions, intelligence sharing, and support for attacked allies.

The Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026 aims to incentivize forest restoration through tax code modifications. It significantly increases the immediate deduction limit for general reforestation expenses for businesses. Additionally, the bill creates a new, substantial tax deduction for reforestation costs following a qualified natural disaster. These provisions are designed to encourage the timely replanting and recovery of damaged timber properties.

The Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026 establishes enhanced penalties for crimes specifically targeting veterans. This legislation amends federal law to ensure harsher sentencing for individuals who commit offenses against veterans based on their service.

This resolution expresses concern over the People's Republic of China's expanding economic, security, and diplomatic influence in Latin America and the Caribbean. It calls for the United States to strengthen its own engagement in the region to counter this growing presence. The bill urges the administration to develop a comprehensive strategy and increase investment and exchange programs as alternatives to Chinese influence.

This bill, the "No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act," amends federal law to require the forfeiture of government annuities and retired pay for federal employees and retirees convicted of specific sex crimes. The forfeiture applies to individuals convicted of these offenses on or after the date the Act is enacted. This legislation ensures that those convicted of serious sex offenses cannot receive taxpayer-funded retirement benefits.

The PRICE Act mandates that third-party delivery platforms clearly and separately disclose the exact dollar amount of any delivery fee to customers before they complete an order. This legislation requires platforms to display item prices and ongoing totals prominently throughout the ordering process. Enforcement of these new pricing and transparency rules will be handled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general.

The Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act mandates the Department of Education to collect and publish detailed data on the civil rights aspects of the educator workforce, including teachers and principals. This data will be broken down by race, ethnicity, sex, and years of experience to provide a clearer picture of the profession. The resulting reports will be made publicly available to ensure transparency regarding educator qualifications and experience levels across school districts.

The Financial Access Protection Act prohibits covered financial institutions from collecting or requesting a consumer's citizenship or immigration status to open or maintain an account. This legislation also prevents federal banking regulators from requiring or encouraging the collection of such information. The bill ensures financial access while explicitly preserving existing obligations under the Bank Secrecy Act for anti-money laundering compliance.

This bill makes technical amendments to the Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Act of 2023. It corrects statutory references and formatting errors within the original law. Additionally, it clarifies the definition of the Band's reservation lands and expands the allowable uses for the Pechanga Water Quality account. These changes confirm and support the existing water rights settlement without altering substantive water rights.

The CHATBOT Act establishes comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence chatbot providers, focusing heavily on protecting children and teens. It mandates family account requirements for users under 13 and verifiable parental consent for teens (13-17) accessing these services. Furthermore, the Act prohibits targeted advertising based on the personal data of minors and requires robust parental controls within designated family accounts.

The Puppy Protection Act of 2026 significantly strengthens the Animal Welfare Act by establishing rigorous new standards for dog dealers. This bill mandates substantial improvements to housing, nutrition, exercise, socialization, and veterinary care for dogs. Furthermore, it introduces strict regulations on breeding practices, including health screening and limits on female dog litters, while ensuring humane retirement for breeding dogs.

The CREATE AI Act establishes the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) to advance U.S. AI research and workforce skills. This resource will connect eligible American researchers and educators to essential computational, data, and software resources. The National Science Foundation is tasked with establishing and overseeing the NAIRR, ensuring compliance with research security standards.

This bill establishes the Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act to significantly advance geothermal energy technologies, including enhanced, closed-loop, and supercritical systems. It mandates expanded research, the creation of public subsurface data repositories, and the drilling of deep exploration boreholes to better characterize U.S. geothermal resources. The legislation also authorizes new grant programs to accelerate the commercial readiness of these next-generation systems.

The Improving Financial Aid Offers for Students Act mandates that colleges standardize how they present financial aid offers to students, requiring clear, consumer-friendly formats. This legislation directs the Department of Education to develop standard terminology and a model form that clearly separates costs, grants, and loans. The goal is to ensure students easily understand the true net price they will have to pay.

The Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026 aims to speed up broadband deployment by increasing transparency and efficiency in the permitting process. It mandates new public dashboards to track BEAD program progress and establishes tools to help states monitor federal permit acquisition for subgrantees. Furthermore, the bill requires federal agencies to better track, analyze, and report on delays in processing communications use applications. Finally, it expands eligibility for streamlined environmental review for large broadband infrastructure projects.