Legislation

The Geo POWER Act aims to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation geothermal energy by establishing a Milestone-Based Geothermal Demonstration Program. This program will provide innovative, milestone-based financing to overcome high upfront costs for geothermal exploration and drilling in new regions. The goal is to generate public data and catalyze demonstration projects across diverse geologies to reduce risk and attract private investment.

This bill directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran, as authorized under the War Powers Resolution. It mandates the removal of ground forces in combat roles unless Congress explicitly authorizes future military action. The resolution also clarifies that it does not impede necessary intelligence sharing or the defense of U.S. interests against imminent threats.

This act formally repeals the outdated joint resolution aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East that was enacted during the Cold War era. It removes this historical measure from the U.S. legal code.

The Prevent Endless Wars Act amends the War Powers Resolution to remove expedited congressional procedures for any authorization of military force lasting longer than five years or for an indefinite period. This change aims to ensure that prolonged military engagements receive standard legislative scrutiny rather than fast-tracking.

This bill, the War Powers Priority Procedures Modernization Act, updates the War Powers Resolution to include joint resolutions in its procedures. It ensures that joint resolutions regarding the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities receive priority consideration in both chambers of Congress. Furthermore, it establishes specific time limits for debate on a veto override of such a joint resolution.

This bill reauthorizes the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) through 2037 and increases oversight by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). It also modifies the FirstNet Board composition to enhance public safety representation and establishes a new Associate Administrator role. Furthermore, the legislation expands reporting requirements regarding network security, adoption rates, and mandates specific contractor plans for business continuity and outage notifications.

The Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025 aims to establish a coordinated federal effort to combat lung cancer in women. This legislation focuses on increasing research tailored to women's specific risk factors, updating guidelines for preventive screening, and improving public awareness. It also mandates an interagency review to accelerate progress in research and access to preventive services for women and underserved populations.

The Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends and updates critical federal support programs for rural healthcare providers through fiscal year 2030. This legislation reauthorizes key Medicare payment adjustments for small and low-volume rural hospitals, ensuring their continued operation. Furthermore, it refines grant programs supporting rural health services and networks, emphasizing that funds must directly benefit and involve rural underserved populations.

This bill significantly strengthens consumer control over personal financial data by limiting what financial institutions can collect and share, and granting customers the right to opt-out, view, or delete their information at any time. It also establishes federal law as the primary authority for financial data privacy, overriding most state-level protections. Furthermore, the legislation requires regulators to consider the unique compliance challenges faced by smaller financial institutions when creating new rules.

The ACCURATE Act establishes standards for the federal government's development, validation, and use of risk assessment tools related to natural hazards in criminal justice settings. It creates a Commission on Hazard Risk Assessment Tools within the Department of Commerce to identify current tools, develop quality standards, and recommend best practices for federal agencies. Agencies must incorporate these adopted standards when procuring or using private-sector hazard risk tools, with specific reporting requirements for exceptions.

The Legacy IT Reduction Act of 2026 mandates that federal agencies inventory their existing legacy information technology systems and develop comprehensive modernization plans. This legislation requires agencies to prioritize the updating, retirement, or disposal of outdated systems to improve efficiency. The Act also establishes reporting requirements to Congress and mandates a review by the Comptroller General, while explicitly excluding national security systems from its scope.

The Military VOTE Act aims to improve voting access and timeliness for military and overseas citizens. It mandates that states accept voter registration and absentee ballot applications electronically and allows voters to use a single application for multiple future elections. The bill also directs studies on improving voter registration information provided to service members upon relocation.

This bill reauthorizes and provides funding for the telehealth network and telehealth resource centers grant programs under the Public Health Service Act. It secures funding of over \$42 million annually for these essential telehealth initiatives from fiscal year 2026 through 2030.

The Small Business Tax Cut Act increases the deduction for qualified business income from 20% to 23% for eligible taxpayers. It modifies the income limitations on this deduction and expands eligibility to include certain interest dividends from business development companies. These changes are set to take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

The Kari's Law Reporting Act mandates that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issue a public report detailing its enforcement of existing requirements for multi-line telephone systems. This report must assess manufacturer and vendor compliance with Section 721 of the Communications Act of 1934. Furthermore, the FCC is required to outline any compliance obstacles and suggest policy improvements or legislative recommendations.

The Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act of 2026 establishes a national system to map, protect, and restore critical pathways for wildlife movement across federal and nonfederal lands. It creates a scientific mapping program, designates formal wildlife corridors on federal property, and funds grants for habitat connectivity projects on private and state lands. The bill aims to reduce habitat fragmentation, improve species adaptation to climate change, and enhance public safety by mitigating wildlife-vehicle conflicts.

The Climate Change Education Act establishes a federal program, managed by NOAA, to fund climate change education for all ages through formal schooling and nonformal learning. This initiative aims to increase climate literacy, integrate solutions into education and career pathways, and ensure equitable access to climate-related knowledge. The Act authorizes significant funding to support grants for K-12, higher education, professional training, and youth corps organizations.

This resolution recognizes the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and honors its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson. It highlights the historical impact of the first Earth Day and affirms the continued urgency of addressing current environmental challenges like climate change and pollution. The resolution also acknowledges the ongoing youth-led activism demanding environmental action.

The Active Transportation for Public Lands Act mandates that a minimum of 5% of certain federal transportation funds must be dedicated to active transportation projects. This funding supports the planning and construction of infrastructure like trails, sidewalks, and bicycle lanes for nonmotorized travel. The goal is to enhance safe access for pedestrians and cyclists to public lands and accommodations.

The Consumer Price Information Act of 2026 mandates that federal agencies publish a Consumer Price Information Statement when issuing a major rule. This statement must detail the rule's potential impact on consumer prices across key sectors like energy, food, and housing. The goal is to increase transparency by ensuring the public understands how major regulations may affect household costs.