Legislation

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.

The Rural Child Care Access Act aims to improve access to child care in rural communities through federal support. It establishes competitive grant programs, managed by the Secretaries of Agriculture and Health and Human Services, to fund infrastructure improvements for local child care facilities. These grants will help modify, upgrade, or construct facilities, as well as support provider training and recruitment in areas with fewer than 50,000 residents. The bill also mandates regular reporting and studies on the construction and renovation needs of child care facilities nationwide.

This bill mandates that states verify an applicant's lawful presence in the U.S. before issuing driver's licenses, commercial licenses, or identification cards. States failing to implement these strict verification and electronic confirmation requirements by October 2026 will face a 10% reduction in federal highway funding. Withheld funds will be redistributed to states that comply with the new federal standards.

The Rehabilitation Through Reading Act of 2026 establishes a formal process for banning books in federal prisons, requiring approval from a newly created Publication Review Committee. This committee must include diverse members, such as an incarcerated individual and a professional librarian. The Act also mandates annual reporting to Congress on all banned books and the status of related appeals.

The JOAN Act streamlines the federal review and permitting process for natural gas infrastructure projects by designating FERC as the lead agency for environmental reviews and establishing strict timelines for all agencies. It centralizes legal challenges against project authorizations into a single, accelerated lawsuit in federal appellate court, limiting judicial review scope and imposing strict deadlines. The bill aims to expedite project development while requiring coordination among federal and state agencies regarding water quality and project data.

The Foster Youth Education and Workforce Opportunity Act of 2026 significantly expands educational and training support for youth who have experienced foster care. This bill broadens eligibility, increases the maximum voucher amount to $12,000, and allows vouchers to cover a wider range of opportunities, including short-term training and remedial education. Furthermore, it mandates improved state efforts to inform eligible youth about these benefits and removes transportation barriers to participation.

This bill aims to eliminate "sanctuary jurisdictions" by penalizing local governments that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. It provides legal protections for local officers who comply with DHS detainers and makes sanctuary jurisdictions ineligible for a wide range of federal grants. Furthermore, it allows states to sue jurisdictions that release immigrants who subsequently commit crimes in other states.

This bill expands federal Do Not Call protections to cover all phone numbers, including business and cell lines, and lowers the threshold for what constitutes a violation. It also updates the definition of an automatic telephone dialing system (ATDS) to better capture modern robocalling technology. The goal is to strengthen consumer protection against unwanted automated calls.

The Federal Prosecutorial Accountability Act establishes a private right of action allowing individuals to sue federal prosecutors for misconduct, including violations of constitutional rights or procedural rules. Successful plaintiffs can recover compensatory and punitive damages, with the U.S. government held jointly liable. The bill also mandates a one-year prohibition from government representation for any attorney sanctioned under Rule 11.

The Modernization of Derivatives Tax Act of 2026 overhauls the Internal Revenue Code's treatment of derivatives by mandating annual recognition of gains and losses, generally classifying them as ordinary income. The bill establishes detailed rules for "investment hedging units" to coordinate tax treatment between derivatives and their underlying assets. Furthermore, it repeals several outdated rules concerning capital gains and straddles while making extensive conforming amendments across the tax code.

The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act of 2026 comprehensively updates federal law to ensure that all video programming, communications services, and modern playback devices are fully accessible to people with disabilities. This bill mandates closed captioning and audio description for online content, improves accessibility features on devices, and requires sign language video support for customer service and video conferencing. Ultimately, it strengthens enforcement and directs the FCC to keep accessibility standards current with emerging technologies.

The Victims of Immigration Conduct Enforcement Act (VOICE Act) establishes a new civil remedy allowing individuals to sue the U.S. government for constitutional or federal rights violations committed by federal law enforcement officers during immigration enforcement actions. If a violation is proven, the responsible federal agency must pay the claimant $2,000,000 in punitive damages. This provision bypasses standard administrative claim requirements, ensuring victims have a direct path to legal redress.

This Act establishes the 6PPD Task Force, led by the Department of Transportation and EPA, to address the environmental threat posed by the tire chemical 6PPD-Q, which is toxic to coho salmon. The Task Force will coordinate research, identify funding opportunities, and recommend strategies for developing and deploying safer alternatives to 6PPD while maintaining tire safety standards. It will also share best practices for mitigating current runoff impacts and maintain a public repository of resources.

This bill prohibits federal family planning funds under Title X from being provided to any entity that performs, promotes, or refers for abortion. Entities receiving funds must certify they will not perform abortions or give funds to organizations that do, with limited exceptions for rape, incest, or life-threatening conditions. The Secretary of Health and Human Services must also submit annual reports to Congress detailing grant recipients and any abortions performed under the exceptions.

The Blind Americans Return to Work Act of 2026 establishes a 20-year demonstration project to modify Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for blind individuals. This project removes the consideration of substantial gainful activity when determining disability eligibility for participants. Instead, benefits will be reduced based on earned income above a specific threshold, allowing blind Americans to work without immediately losing their SSDI entitlement.