Legislation

This bill directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities involving Iran, unless those forces are necessary for imminent self-defense or the defense of an ally. The removal must comply with the War Powers Resolution reporting requirements. This directive ceases if Congress issues a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for military force against Iran.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution. It terminates existing authorizations for military action against Iran unless Congress explicitly approves future force. The resolution maintains the ability for the U.S. to defend itself or allies from imminent attack and preserves intelligence-sharing activities.

This resolution supports designating the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week." It recognizes the vital role of over one million school-based professionals, such as counselors, social workers, and therapists, in removing barriers to learning for all students. The bill commends these individuals for delivering essential educational, social, and emotional support that improves student outcomes and school climate.

This resolution expresses support for designating April as Sikh History Month. The designation aims to recognize the rich history, culture, and significant contributions of Sikh Americans. It encourages public education to promote awareness, combat stereotypes, and foster respect for religious diversity.

This bill officially designates the week of April 24th through April 30th as "National Reentry Week." It recognizes the challenges of mass incarceration and the high rates of recidivism facing formerly incarcerated individuals. The legislation encourages increased support and investment in programs that promote successful reentry, including access to housing, education, job training, and mental health services. Ultimately, the goal is to foster safer communities by supporting the stability and success of those returning to society.

This Act, the Federal Diversity Jurisdiction Modernization Act of 2026, significantly updates the rules for filing lawsuits in federal court based on the diverse citizenship of the parties. The primary change is raising the minimum amount of money in dispute required for these cases from \$75,000 to \$500,000. This new threshold applies to all civil lawsuits filed after the law takes effect.

The Achieving Interoperability of Medical Systems (AIMS) Act of 2025 mandates that the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs jointly adopt and implement interoperable image-sharing software technology. This new system must seamlessly connect military and VA medical facilities, as well as certain external providers, to ensure rapid and comprehensive exchange of medical images and related patient data. The Secretaries must submit a detailed plan and timeline within 180 days to achieve this full interoperability, aiming to replace outdated methods like CDs and DVDs.

This bill facilitates a land interchange between the U.S. Forest Service and the National Park Service in Tuolumne County, California. It transfers approximately 160 acres of National Forest land to Yosemite National Park and about 170 acres of National Park land to Stanislaus National Forest. The legislation outlines procedures for managing hazardous substances and ensures existing rights and authorizations on the transferred lands remain valid.

This Act directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to conduct a comprehensive study on motor vehicle flammability hazards. The study will examine occupant safety risks, the materials used to meet current flammability standards, and potential health and environmental hazards associated with those materials. NHTSA must report its findings and recommendations for mitigation to Congress within 30 months of enactment.

The Energy Bills Relief Act is a comprehensive bill designed to lower energy costs for American families, accelerate the deployment of low-cost, clean energy, and modernize the nation's electricity grid. It achieves this by reversing harmful policies against renewables, expanding energy assistance programs, streamlining grid connection processes, and increasing transparency in utility regulation. Ultimately, the legislation aims to create a more reliable, affordable, and cleaner energy system while ensuring communities have a stronger voice in energy development.

This bill establishes a permanent Full Risk Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Program within Medicare to improve health outcomes and lower costs. It allows provider groups to take on full financial responsibility for managing the care of their Medicare patients in exchange for innovative payment models. The program offers options like primary care capitation or total care capitation, moving providers away from traditional fee-for-service payments. It mandates full financial risk sharing for savings and losses, with specific structures for standard and complex care ACOs.

The Diplomatic Reserve Corps Act of 2026 establishes a new, separate personnel system within the Department of State to maintain a pool of trained civilian experts ready for immediate deployment. This Corps will be gradually built up to 1,000 members and can be called to active service during national emergencies or to augment diplomatic efforts abroad. The legislation details comprehensive rules for appointments, compensation, benefits, retirement, and service obligations, closely aligning the Corps' structure and protections with those of the Foreign Service and uniformed services.

The PROTECT Act of 2026 significantly revises H-1B visa requirements by mandating higher minimum wages, limiting visa validity for third-party worksites, and prioritizing petitions offering greater compensation. Additionally, the bill exempts qualifying healthcare workers from H-1B visa fees, provided employers demonstrate good-faith efforts to hire U.S. workers first. These changes apply to all petitions filed on or after the date of enactment.

The Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 aims to enhance timely access to care and improve oversight for Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollees. The bill mandates faster decision-making for prior authorization requests, establishes strict compliance scoring with financial penalties for non-compliant plans, and requires MA plans to use the same medical necessity criteria as traditional Medicare. Furthermore, it protects providers by limiting retroactive denials for pre-approved services and ensuring prompt payment for those services.

This bill amends federal law to adjust the mandatory retirement age for United States Capitol Police officers. It replaces the previous fixed retirement age of 60, allowing the Capitol Police Board to set an individual officer's retirement age anywhere between 57 and 65.

The Promoting Access to Local Agriculture Act of 2026 aims to make it easier for local farmers and ranchers to accept benefits from major federal nutrition programs like SNAP and WIC. It mandates the creation of a single, streamlined application process for farmers to become authorized vendors across these programs. Additionally, the bill requires the provision of modern, mobile payment technology to support direct sales at farmers markets.

The RESCUE Act establishes a U.S. policy to end reliance on Russia's state nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, due to the war in Ukraine. It mandates sanctions against Rosatom and foreign entities dealing with it, while requiring the President to develop a strategy to decouple the U.S. from Russian nuclear energy. The bill also requires a report assessing the impact of the existing U.S.-Russia nuclear cooperation agreement.

The Restoring Law and Order on America’s Streets Act expands federal authority to allow the civil commitment of individuals deemed a danger to public safety, similar to existing provisions for sexually dangerous persons. This bill mandates evaluations for certain homeless individuals in federal custody to determine if they meet the criteria for commitment. It introduces new definitions for "person who is a danger to public safety" based on specific past behaviors and a serious mental condition that makes refraining from those actions difficult.

The Improving IRS Customer Service Act aims to significantly enhance taxpayer experience by mandating increased transparency and accessibility from the IRS. This bill requires the IRS to publish real-time data on call wait times, expand online access to return and refund information, and develop comprehensive online taxpayer accounts. Furthermore, it directs the IRS to improve callback technology and ensure taxpayers facing economic hardship are informed of all available payment alternatives.

The HUMBLE Presidents Act prohibits the use of a sitting President's name, image, likeness, or signature on federal property, assets, coins, and currency. This legislation aims to prevent the unilateral labeling or decoration of federal items by the current President. No federal funds can be used for these prohibited activities.