Legislation

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has explicitly authorized the action. It asserts Congress's constitutional authority over declaring war and cites the War Powers Resolution regarding unauthorized military engagements. The bill permits necessary defensive actions, intelligence sharing, and support for attacked allies.

The Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026 aims to incentivize forest restoration through tax code modifications. It significantly increases the immediate deduction limit for general reforestation expenses for businesses. Additionally, the bill creates a new, substantial tax deduction for reforestation costs following a qualified natural disaster. These provisions are designed to encourage the timely replanting and recovery of damaged timber properties.

The Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026 establishes enhanced penalties for crimes specifically targeting veterans. This legislation amends federal law to ensure harsher sentencing for individuals who commit offenses against veterans based on their service.

This resolution expresses concern over the People's Republic of China's expanding economic, security, and diplomatic influence in Latin America and the Caribbean. It calls for the United States to strengthen its own engagement in the region to counter this growing presence. The bill urges the administration to develop a comprehensive strategy and increase investment and exchange programs as alternatives to Chinese influence.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule submitted by the Executive Office for Immigration Review concerning the Appellate Procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals. By disapproving the rule, Congress prevents it from taking legal effect.

This bill, the "No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act," amends federal law to require the forfeiture of government annuities and retired pay for federal employees and retirees convicted of specific sex crimes. The forfeiture applies to individuals convicted of these offenses on or after the date the Act is enacted. This legislation ensures that those convicted of serious sex offenses cannot receive taxpayer-funded retirement benefits.

The PRICE Act mandates that third-party delivery platforms clearly and separately disclose the exact dollar amount of any delivery fee to customers before they complete an order. This legislation requires platforms to display item prices and ongoing totals prominently throughout the ordering process. Enforcement of these new pricing and transparency rules will be handled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general.

The Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act mandates the Department of Education to collect and publish detailed data on the civil rights aspects of the educator workforce, including teachers and principals. This data will be broken down by race, ethnicity, sex, and years of experience to provide a clearer picture of the profession. The resulting reports will be made publicly available to ensure transparency regarding educator qualifications and experience levels across school districts.

The Financial Access Protection Act prohibits covered financial institutions from collecting or requesting a consumer's citizenship or immigration status to open or maintain an account. This legislation also prevents federal banking regulators from requiring or encouraging the collection of such information. The bill ensures financial access while explicitly preserving existing obligations under the Bank Secrecy Act for anti-money laundering compliance.

This bill makes technical amendments to the Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Act of 2023. It corrects statutory references and formatting errors within the original law. Additionally, it clarifies the definition of the Band's reservation lands and expands the allowable uses for the Pechanga Water Quality account. These changes confirm and support the existing water rights settlement without altering substantive water rights.

The CHATBOT Act establishes comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence chatbot providers, focusing heavily on protecting children and teens. It mandates family account requirements for users under 13 and verifiable parental consent for teens (13-17) accessing these services. Furthermore, the Act prohibits targeted advertising based on the personal data of minors and requires robust parental controls within designated family accounts.

The Puppy Protection Act of 2026 significantly strengthens the Animal Welfare Act by establishing rigorous new standards for dog dealers. This bill mandates substantial improvements to housing, nutrition, exercise, socialization, and veterinary care for dogs. Furthermore, it introduces strict regulations on breeding practices, including health screening and limits on female dog litters, while ensuring humane retirement for breeding dogs.

The CREATE AI Act establishes the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) to advance U.S. AI research and workforce skills. This resource will connect eligible American researchers and educators to essential computational, data, and software resources. The National Science Foundation is tasked with establishing and overseeing the NAIRR, ensuring compliance with research security standards.

This bill establishes the Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act to significantly advance geothermal energy technologies, including enhanced, closed-loop, and supercritical systems. It mandates expanded research, the creation of public subsurface data repositories, and the drilling of deep exploration boreholes to better characterize U.S. geothermal resources. The legislation also authorizes new grant programs to accelerate the commercial readiness of these next-generation systems.

The Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act directs the Secretary of State to support the development of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). This legislation focuses on strengthening economic and energy cooperation between IMEC nations and key Eastern Mediterranean countries like Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and Egypt. The Act authorizes funding to facilitate critical infrastructure projects and promotes private sector investment in energy and technology across this strategic corridor.

The Improving Financial Aid Offers for Students Act mandates that colleges standardize how they present financial aid offers to students, requiring clear, consumer-friendly formats. This legislation directs the Department of Education to develop standard terminology and a model form that clearly separates costs, grants, and loans. The goal is to ensure students easily understand the true net price they will have to pay.

The Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026 aims to speed up broadband deployment by increasing transparency and efficiency in the permitting process. It mandates new public dashboards to track BEAD program progress and establishes tools to help states monitor federal permit acquisition for subgrantees. Furthermore, the bill requires federal agencies to better track, analyze, and report on delays in processing communications use applications. Finally, it expands eligibility for streamlined environmental review for large broadband infrastructure projects.

This resolution designates the first Wednesday of May as Maternal Mental Health Day to raise critical awareness about maternal mental health conditions, which affect a significant number of new mothers. It recognizes these disorders as common but often untreated complications of pregnancy and childbirth that impact family well-being. The day aims to highlight the importance of support, research, and treatment for mothers across the country.

The Safeguarding The Overall Protection of Minors Act (STOP Act) prohibits the use of federal funds for gender transition procedures on minors under 18, with specific medical exceptions. It establishes civil penalties for performing these procedures and creates a private right of action for individuals harmed by violations. Furthermore, the Act establishes a grant program to support organizations that assist individuals seeking to reverse prior gender transition procedures.

The Farmland for Farmers Act of 2026 restricts unauthorized legal entities, such as large corporations and investment funds, from owning or acquiring agricultural land. The bill defines "authorized entities" as small operations where all owners are natural persons actively engaged in farming. It establishes strict compliance requirements, including mandatory affidavits, and authorizes the Attorney General to seek divestiture and impose severe civil and criminal penalties for violations.