Legislation

This bill amends existing law to rename and strengthen the Institutes of Tropical and Pacific Islands Forestry. It mandates minimum staffing levels—50 personnel for the Puerto Rico institute and 30 for the Pacific Islands institute—and ensures both have adequate resources. The goal is to substantially advance the science, research, and knowledge exchange activities conducted by these vital forestry centers.

This bill, the Deterring Adversarial Access to Americans’ Data Act, amends the tax code to penalize entities that utilize technology controlled by foreign adversaries. It specifically denies key tax benefits, such as bonus depreciation and immediate research expensing, to businesses using this prohibited technology or to the prohibited entities themselves. The legislation aims to discourage reliance on technology from foreign adversaries through financial disincentives.

The **BE HEARD in the Workplace Act** comprehensively reforms workplace protections by mandating new anti-discrimination policies and training, while strengthening federal laws to explicitly protect LGBTQ+ individuals and expand filing deadlines for all workers. The bill also phases out the lower federal minimum wage for tipped employees and restricts employers' use of mandatory arbitration and non-disclosure agreements. Finally, it establishes federal grant programs to fund education, legal assistance, and state-level advocacy systems to combat workplace discrimination.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to transfer ownership of specific infrastructure at the Clear Creek Hatchery to the Nisqually Indian Tribe free of charge. The transfer must occur within 90 days of enactment, based on defined maps and legal descriptions. This action conveys essential hatchery components, including ponds, dams, and water systems, to the Tribe.

This bill seeks to amend Medicare coverage rules to include wigs as durable medical equipment when medically necessary. Coverage would require written certification from a physician confirming the wig is needed for hair loss due to a medical condition or as part of rehabilitative treatment.

The Financial Disclosure Modernization Act updates federal financial reporting requirements for public officials. This legislation expands the existing value ranges used to report income from dividends, rents, interest, and capital gains. The bill introduces new, higher brackets for reporting these significant financial assets.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania. The facility will now be known as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building." This designation will apply to all future official federal references to the building.

The Greater Supervision In Banking Act of 2026 mandates that Global Systemically Important Bank Holding Companies (GSIBs) submit detailed annual reports to the Federal Reserve Board. These comprehensive reports will cover activities, goals, enforcement actions, capital market operations, governance, compensation structures, and environmental impact. The Federal Reserve is required to make these detailed annual reports publicly available.

The Rural Health Care Facilities Revitalization Act establishes a new program allowing eligible rural health care facilities to access existing USDA rural development loans for vital financial relief and necessary facility improvements. This assistance can be used for debt refinancing, updating telehealth systems, and covering operating expenses, provided it preserves local access to care and improves the facility's financial standing. The bill also allows for waivers of certain requirements for facilities in areas facing persistent poverty or distress.

The Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct Act (SCAM Act) holds online platforms accountable for displaying fraudulent or deceptive paid advertisements. It mandates that platforms implement strict advertiser verification procedures and actively detect and remove scam ads. This legislation establishes a private right of action for injured consumers and clarifies that existing Section 230 immunity does not apply to violations of this Act.

The Critical Minerals and Manufacturing Support Act 2.0 (CMMSA 2.0) modifies the advanced manufacturing production tax credit for battery components, significantly increasing the credit for electrode active materials. It also introduces new restrictions on using critical minerals sourced from "prohibited foreign entities" after 2026. Furthermore, the bill expands the definition of electrode active materials and extends the phase-out timeline for the associated tax credit until after 2041.

This bill, the "Keep ICE Out of Washington County, Maryland Act," prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and ICE from establishing, operating, or expanding any civil immigration detention or holding facility within Washington County, Maryland. It also bars the use of federal funds for such purposes in the county. The legislation allows residents, local government, and members of Congress to sue to enforce this prohibition.

The WORK to Save Lives Act aims to combat opioid overdoses by requiring federal agencies to stock overdose reversal medication and provide voluntary training. For private employers, the bill establishes non-mandatory guidance on acquiring medication and offering similar voluntary employee training. This legislation focuses on increasing the availability and knowledge surrounding life-saving overdose reversal tools in workplaces.

This bill aims to repeal a specific limitation that previously prevented veterans from simultaneously receiving benefits from both the Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program and other VA educational assistance programs. By removing this restriction, the legislation allows eligible veterans greater flexibility in utilizing their earned educational and vocational support.

This bill reauthorizes and extends funding for crucial water, waste disposal, and wastewater facility grants. It specifically extends the authorization period for these grants from fiscal years 2024 through 2031.

The Congressional Civics Act of 2026 establishes a civics examination requirement for Members of Congress, contingent upon a future constitutional amendment. This bill mandates that Congress create and administer a standardized civics test every ten years, which members must pass to be seated. Additionally, it implements an interim requirement that members must pass a similar civics exam to be eligible for committee assignments.

The SAFE VISITS Act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to annually analyze and share information regarding potential threats posed by visiting foreign nationals seeking access to state, local, Tribal, and territorial government officials or facilities. Based on this analysis, DHS must provide guidance to these governments on mitigating security risks. Furthermore, DHS must proactively offer assistance and vetting support for identified high-risk targets.

The SECURES Act of 2026 mandates the Secretary of Transportation to establish new federal standards for school bus seat belts within 180 days of enactment. This rulemaking must consider the superior safety benefits of lap-shoulder belt systems and innovative detection technologies. The goal is to ensure all new school buses meet enhanced safety requirements for student protection.

The AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 establishes a new prize competition program, managed by the National Science Foundation (NSF), to spur AI research solving critical national challenges. This program will award substantial cash prizes for breakthroughs, including a dedicated, high-value competition focused on advancing AI for the most lethal forms of cancer. Additionally, the bill mandates coordination across federal agencies to publish relevant scientific datasets to support these AI initiatives.

The American Business for American Companies Act of 2026 prohibits the U.S. government from awarding federal contracts to "inverted domestic corporations." This legislation specifically targets companies that reincorporate overseas to avoid U.S. taxes while maintaining significant U.S. operations and management. The bill also imposes restrictions on large prime contractors awarding subcontracts to these prohibited entities. Waivers are permitted only in cases of national security or for essential public health programs.