Legislation

The Supporting Our Military Child Care Workforce Act mandates that the Department of Defense provide Congress with regular, transparent reports on the progress of its child care compensation model redesign. By requiring detailed updates and public disclosure of implementation timelines, this legislation ensures accountability in improving pay and support for the military’s essential child development workforce.

The Healthy Commissaries, Healthy Families Act directs the Department of Defense to improve the availability, affordability, and promotion of healthy food options at military commissaries. The bill mandates interagency collaboration to integrate local farmers and nutrition education into the commissary system. Additionally, it requires the establishment of a Director of Healthy Foods and regular reporting to Congress to ensure the program's success through 2030.

The RESCUE Act of 2026 updates Medicare payment rates for ground and air ambulance services to better reflect the actual costs of providing emergency care. The bill mandates regular rate adjustments based on current operational data, expands cost-reporting requirements for air ambulance providers, and establishes a stakeholder commission to ensure the long-term adequacy of ambulance service reimbursement.

The Know What’s on the Tray Act of 2026 requires schools participating in federal meal programs to publish detailed information about their breakfast and lunch offerings on a public website at least one week in advance. This mandate ensures transparency by requiring schools to disclose ingredient lists, manufacturers, and the sourcing origins of all food items served.

The **Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026** strengthens workplace protections and accountability for legislative branch employees by aligning Congressional standards more closely with those of the private and executive sectors. The bill expands the enforcement authority of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, mandates stricter recordkeeping, and introduces new protections regarding whistleblowing, parental bereavement leave, and jury service. Additionally, it increases transparency by opening specific labor and disability-related hearings to the public and empowers employees to initiate mediation for workplace claims.

The AI Threat Output and Monitoring Incident Containment Act establishes a mandatory federal program for large-scale AI developers to undergo rigorous testing and red-teaming at National Laboratories. This initiative aims to identify and mitigate risks related to AI-driven nuclear incidents and loss-of-control scenarios. The bill mandates strict compliance and data security, while requiring the Department of Energy to provide Congress with ongoing legislative recommendations to ensure national safety.

The "No Campaign Funded Cover-Ups Act" prohibits federal candidates and officeholders from using campaign contributions or legal expense funds to pay for settlements, judgments, or legal defenses related to sexual assault, abuse, or harassment claims. The bill also bans the use of these funds to hire private investigators or conduct opposition research against accusers. Additionally, it mandates increased transparency by requiring political committees to provide detailed public disclosures for all legal expenditures.

This bill amends the War Powers Resolution to prohibit federal funding for military operations that fail to meet the resolution's congressional notification and authorization requirements. It restricts the use of taxpayer funds for unauthorized hostilities, with specific exceptions for responding to imminent attacks on the United States, its territories, or its allies.

Baby Brent’s Bill aims to protect preterm infants by ensuring families are fully informed about the health risks associated with preterm infant formula. The legislation directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate and regulate the marketing of these products to prevent deceptive practices. Additionally, the bill affirms the right of families to seek legal recourse if their infants are harmed by such products.

The Pathway to Trades Act amends the Federal Perkins Loan program to better support students pursuing vocational careers. It requires participating colleges to designate a dedicated faculty contact for trade students and develop specialized coursework focused on trade-related skills.

The Indigenous Students Excel through Parity Act of 2026 (II) mandates an update to the Indian School Equalization Formula to ensure equitable funding for Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) and tribally controlled schools. The bill aims to align school employee salaries with the top 25% of state averages and requires the federal government to request full annual funding for these institutions. Additionally, it establishes reporting requirements to ensure the formula continues to meet the specific needs of rural, small, and tribally controlled schools.

The Safe Spaces for All Act expands the DHS Nonprofit Security Grant Program to provide organizations with greater flexibility in securing their facilities. The bill allows grant funds to be used for hiring onsite security personnel and off-duty police officers, while also covering costs associated with the grant application and administration process.

The Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act of 2026 aims to remove barriers to postsecondary education for vulnerable students by mandating institutional support, such as designated campus liaisons and priority housing. The bill expands access to federal financial aid and support programs, ensures in-state tuition rates, and requires colleges to implement policies that facilitate the enrollment and retention of homeless and foster youth. Additionally, it strengthens federal oversight and reporting to ensure these students receive the resources necessary to succeed in higher education.

The North Korean FAKER Act aims to disrupt North Korea’s use of fraudulent remote IT employment schemes to generate illicit revenue for its weapons of mass destruction programs. The bill directs the State Department to coordinate with international allies and the private sector to detect, deter, and publicly attribute these deceptive activities. Additionally, it mandates regular reporting to Congress and enhances the Rewards for Justice program to help dismantle these global financing networks.

This bill amends House Rule XXIII to prohibit all Members, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners from engaging in sexual relationships with any employee of the House of Representatives. By removing previous limitations, this legislation extends the prohibition to cover all House staff, regardless of their specific reporting structure or committee assignment.

The Young Farmer Success Act aims to support the next generation of agricultural producers by making full-time farm and ranch work eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. By incentivizing careers in agriculture, this legislation helps reduce the student debt burden for those managing or working on qualified farms and ranches.

The Lori Jackson-Nicolette Elias Domestic Violence Survivor Protection Act strengthens federal law to better protect victims of domestic violence by closing loopholes that allow abusive dating partners and those under temporary restraining orders to access firearms. The bill expands the definition of "intimate partner" and "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence," while prohibiting individuals subject to qualifying protective orders from purchasing or possessing firearms. Additionally, it establishes a federal grant program to assist states and local governments in implementing effective procedures for the removal and safe storage of firearms from individuals under domestic violence protection orders.

The Wildfire Research Coordination Act of 2026 mandates a formal partnership between the Departments of Defense, Agriculture, and the Interior to align federal fire science research and technology priorities. By coordinating efforts across key programs, the Act aims to improve wildfire mitigation, modeling, and post-fire recovery strategies. Additionally, the legislation requires a report to Congress detailing the implementation of this interagency collaboration.

The Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act authorizes the U.S. Forest Service to enter into cooperative agreements with state, local, and tribal governments to combat pine beetle infestations. This legislation facilitates coordinated monitoring, treatment, and mitigation efforts to reduce wildfire risks and manage the impact of beetle-killed timber. Additionally, it provides for technical assistance from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to support these collaborative management strategies.

The Spotted Wing Abatement Trust (SWAT) Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated Department of Agriculture fund to combat the invasive spotted wing drosophila, which causes significant economic damage to U.S. fruit crops. The legislation authorizes $6.5 million annually for five years to support research and mitigation efforts aimed at controlling the pest.