Legislation

The SCALE Act directs the Secretary of Commerce to impose strict export controls on AI hardware to prevent adversaries from exceeding a baseline capacity established as of January 1, 2026. This legislation aims to maintain U.S. technological leadership by limiting the aggregate amount of advanced AI hardware accessible to countries and entities of concern. It also establishes controls to restrict foreign indigenous production of critical AI components and regulates remote access to U.S.-controlled hardware.

This bill mandates a review by the Secretaries of State and Treasury to determine if Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) meet the criteria for designation as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist Organization. If designated, the President must impose asset blocking and strict visa/entry restrictions on the group. The legislation also requires a detailed report to Congress regarding the designation decision and external support for the RSF.

The Guard Equal Benefits for Federal Missions Act ensures that certain full-time National Guard duty performed in support of federal law enforcement operations counts as qualifying service for federal benefits, such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill and retirement pay. This change applies when the duty is authorized by the President or Secretary of Defense to address significant criminal activity or public safety threats. Essentially, it expands access to federal benefits for Guard members performing specific federal missions.

The CREATES Act mandates that states establish and maintain centralized, publicly accessible online repositories detailing all professional and occupational credentials. This legislation also authorizes a federal grant program to assist states in cataloging, assessing, and mapping these credentials to career pathways. The goal is to provide individuals with transparent, comparable information to make informed decisions about education and careers.

The District of Columbia Firearm Freedom Act eliminates local firearm registration and prior approval requirements, preempts D.C.'s feature-based gun bans, and establishes constitutional concealed carry for adults 21 and older. It also allows D.C. residents to purchase firearms in person from licensed dealers in Virginia and Maryland. This legislation significantly limits the District's authority to regulate firearm ownership and carry within its jurisdiction.

The Autofill Act of 2026 establishes a program requiring the Treasury Department to provide taxpayers with automated, partially pre-populated individual income tax returns. Taxpayers can download forms filled with government-reported data in both printable and software-compatible formats. This service aims to streamline filing, though taxpayers remain fully responsible for verifying the accuracy of all pre-populated information. The bill also accelerates the deadline for employers and payers to submit information returns like W-2s and 1099s to January 31st.

The SSI Savings and Efficiency Act of 2026 changes how in-kind support and maintenance (non-cash aid like food or shelter) is counted as income for certain benefit programs, now including it in the calculation. The bill also modifies rules regarding sponsor support for recent immigrants. These changes will take effect one year after the law is enacted.

This bill, the "Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act," establishes that certain drunk driving offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury are considered aggravated felonies for immigration purposes. It also makes any alien convicted of a drunk driving offense inadmissible to the United States. These changes take effect immediately upon enactment and apply to actions taken on or after that date.

The Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act of 2026 establishes grants for local educational agencies and partners to transform school outdoor spaces into "revitalized schoolyards." These park-like environments must strengthen ecology, provide hands-on learning, and promote health, while remaining open for shared public use outside of school hours. The program prioritizes funding for schools serving high percentages of low-income students and directs the Department of Education to create a clearinghouse for best practices in outdoor learning spaces.

The Working Parents Tax Relief Act of 2026 creates a new tax credit by significantly increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for parents with young children under age four. This legislation also allows eligible parents to elect to receive the increased credit amount in monthly installments throughout the tax year.

The Protecting Families from Fertility Fraud Act of 2026 establishes a new federal crime for knowingly misrepresenting the source of DNA used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) or artificial insemination. This offense, which applies when interstate or foreign commerce is involved, carries penalties of a fine and up to 10 years in prison. The bill also extends the statute of limitations for prosecution once the perpetrator is identified.

The Rehabilitation Through Reading Act of 2026 establishes a formal committee within the Bureau of Prisons to review and approve any proposed book bans in federal correctional facilities. This committee, which includes an incarcerated individual and a professional librarian, must base decisions on specific criteria and cannot ban books solely due to viewpoint. The Act also mandates annual reporting to Congress on all book bans and appeals.

The Defining Dealer Act amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to revise the definition of a "dealer." This change clarifies when a person is considered a dealer based on their securities transaction practices for customers. The bill also includes provisions for vacating certain past and recent regulatory actions or court judgments based on the new definition.

The OPTIONS Act establishes "qualified benefit options plans," allowing employees to allocate employer contributions among various tax-free benefits. Under these plans, employees cannot opt to receive cash or other taxable benefits instead of the designated noncash options. This structure ensures that employer contributions allocated through these plans are excluded from the employee's gross income for federal tax purposes.

This bill establishes the **Responder and Recovery Safety in EV Fires Act** to improve responses to electric vehicle (EV) fires. It creates an **Electric Vehicle Fire Response Working Group** within the Department of Transportation to study risks and periodically issue best practices and guidance. The group will also contribute data on roadside EV fire incidents to a national database.

The Modal Parity in Permitting Act updates federal law to provide transit and passenger rail agencies with clearer authority to acquire necessary real property interests for projects using federal funds. This legislation allows for the acquisition of property interests before environmental reviews are complete, provided no physical development occurs until those reviews are finalized. The bill aims to streamline the initial property acquisition phase for critical transportation infrastructure.

This bill amends federal law to prohibit current and former Presidents, Vice Presidents, and their close associates from receiving monetary payments or settlements from the United States government. It establishes strict rules and transparency requirements for any damages lawsuits they might file against the government. The legislation also imposes significant penalties for willful violations of these new restrictions by covered individuals and federal employees.

This bill establishes a two-year pilot program to allow homebuyers with limited or no traditional credit history to use alternative credit scoring models for Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured mortgages. Borrowers will be notified and have the option to use this new model or stick with the standard FHA evaluation process. The Secretary of HUD must report to Congress on the program's effectiveness, impact on borrowers, and the financial health of the FHA insurance fund.

The Tech to Save Moms Act establishes grant programs to improve maternal health outcomes by leveraging technology for better identification, monitoring, and response to pregnancy-related risks. It directs the Secretary of HHS to fund projects using remote monitoring, telehealth, and digital tools to reduce maternal mortality and severe morbidity, with a focus on underserved populations. The legislation also mandates studies and reports on integrating technology into maternity care and improving telehealth models for Medicaid recipients.

The KIDNEY Remote Monitoring Act expands Medicare coverage for remote monitoring services for individuals with end-stage renal disease receiving home dialysis. This legislation ensures physicians can be reimbursed for providing these essential remote monitoring services. Beginning in 2028, these services will be paid under the standard Medicare physician fee schedule.