Legislation

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to limit the duration of military force authorizations outside the U.S. to five years, unless Congress formally declares war. Any authorization not accompanied by a declaration of war would automatically expire after five years or a specified earlier date. This measure aims to ensure regular congressional review of ongoing military engagements.

This resolution declares that Congress must take action to address the growing negative impact of private equity firms on essential services like housing, healthcare, and child care. It asserts that private equity ownership in these sectors has resulted in higher costs, lower quality, and reduced choices for American families. The resolution calls for comprehensive federal oversight, increased transparency, and support for alternatives that prioritize people over profit.

This bill directs the FDA to revise federal labeling regulations for beverages marketed to toddlers aged 12 to 36 months. It mandates clearer naming conventions for milk-based and non-dairy toddler drinks, especially those containing added sugars or flavorings. Furthermore, the legislation requires specific warning disclaimers on these labels, such as prohibiting serving them to infants under 12 months old.

The ACCESS Act of 2026 establishes a voluntary education program to improve ADA compliance and amends the ADA to require a 60-day notice and cure period before filing lawsuits over accessibility barriers. It also directs the creation of a mediation program for architectural barrier disputes and mandates a study on digital accessibility standards. This legislation aims to promote compliance through education while streamlining the resolution of accessibility claims.

The Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2026 overhauls U.S. food labeling requirements to enhance consumer understanding and promote healthier choices. Key provisions mandate new front-of-package nutrition symbols, standardize definitions for terms like "natural" and "healthy," and require clear disclosure of whole grain, fruit, and vegetable content. The Act also expands allergen and gluten labeling, mandates pre-market submission of all label information to the FDA, and sets new standards for online food sales transparency.

This bill allows the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to grant licensees of certain hydropower projects, licensed before March 13, 2020, an extension of up to six additional years to begin construction. This extension is available upon request and demonstration of good cause. The legislation also addresses projects whose original deadlines expired recently, allowing for reinstatement of the license before the extension period begins.

This resolution encourages states to voluntarily establish annual "Veterans Tax Relief Weekends" coinciding with Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day. These state-level sales tax holidays would offer financial relief to veterans and active-duty military families. The bill expresses federal support for these initiatives without mandating new federal spending or infringing on state tax authority.

This resolution expresses support for honoring Earth Day and reaffirms Congress's commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. It recognizes the historical impact of Earth Day on the modern environmental movement and calls for continued action against threats like climate change and pollution. The bill urges immediate steps to reduce emissions, address environmental injustices, and ensure a healthy planet for future generations.

This bill prohibits the manufacture, import, sale, or distribution of children's toys and child care articles that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot. The ban takes effect 180 days after enactment, with violations enforced under the Consumer Product Safety Act.

This bill amends the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to establish new procedures for handling annual appropriation bills. It imposes a 20-hour debate limit on these bills in the Senate, similar to budget resolutions, while preventing the House from taking extended adjournments in July until all appropriations are passed. The legislation aims to streamline and expedite the annual appropriations process.

This bill officially elects two members to specific standing committees within the House of Representatives. Specifically, it assigns Mr. Joyce of Ohio to the Committee on Homeland Security and Mr. Shreve to the Committee on Appropriations.

This bill officially elects Representative Mejia to the House Committee on Homeland Security. Her seniority on the committee will be ranked immediately following Mr. Walkinshaw.

This bill establishes an interagency strike force to ensure federal land management agencies prioritize and expedite the review of requests for communications use authorizations. The strike force will set goals, monitor progress, and report to Congress on its effectiveness in speeding up broadband deployment reviews on federal lands.

The Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 mandates that five key federal agencies establish Youth Advisory Councils to provide recommendations on climate change and environmental justice. These Councils will be composed of young people, with a strong emphasis on representation from disadvantaged communities. Their primary role is to advise agency heads on policies affecting youth and the environment, leading to annual reports detailing their findings and recommendations.

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 explicitly states that military action requires future Congressional authorization, while preserving the right to self-defense and intelligence operations. The resolution clarifies that it does not grant any new authority to use military force.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act repeals federal tax incentives that encourage private donations to scholarship granting organizations. Specifically, it eliminates the tax credit for contributions and the exclusion of certain scholarship amounts from gross income. This legislation aims to redirect financial support toward public education systems.

The Emergency Reporting Act mandates the FCC to hold annual public hearings and issue detailed reports following the activation of its Disaster Information Reporting System. This legislation also requires the FCC to investigate and recommend improvements for how network outages are reported to enhance public safety communications. The goal is to increase transparency and resilience of communications networks during emergencies.

This Senate resolution condemns the handling of the 2019 Ukraine whistleblower complaint, citing concealed biases and procedural failures. It calls for the Department of Justice to investigate potential misconduct related to the complaint's filing and subsequent impeachment proceedings. Furthermore, the resolution declares the impeachment of President Trump illegitimate due to its foundation on a flawed and concealed complaint.

This Act establishes a commission to address racial and gender disparities in school discipline by promoting restorative justice practices. The commission will develop training materials, define restorative practices, and recommend improved ratios for school psychologists and counselors. Its primary goal is to support the mental health of students of color and create more equitable learning environments.

The Transit Workforce Development Act establishes a competitive grant program through the Department of Transportation to address critical workforce shortages in public transit maintenance. This funding supports training, recruitment, and retention efforts for essential transit workers like mechanics and technicians. The bill also expands existing funding flexibility, allowing transit agencies to use more federal bus and facility funds specifically for broader workforce development training.