Legislation

This resolution strongly condemns the Government of Iran for its violent suppression of peaceful protests and widespread human rights abuses against its citizens. It highlights the regime's use of deadly force, internet blackouts, and severe persecution in response to demonstrations sparked by economic hardship. The resolution commends the courage of the Iranian people and calls for free and fair elections.

This bill prohibits the use of hydrofluoric acid (hydrogen fluoride) in all petroleum refineries, citing its extreme danger to surrounding communities. It immediately bans its use in any new refinery and mandates that existing refineries phase out its use within five years. The legislation aims to prevent mass casualty events by requiring the adoption of safer, commercially available alternative technologies.

The Ensuring Access to Medicaid Buy-in Programs Act of 2026 removes existing upper age restrictions for working adults with disabilities seeking Medicaid coverage. This change allows states the option to cover these individuals regardless of age, provided they meet specific disability and earnings criteria. The bill modifies existing law to expand access to essential healthcare for this population.

The Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act establishes a dedicated "Ski Area Fee Retention Account" to hold fees collected from ski area permits on National Forest land. These retained funds are primarily directed back to the specific forest unit where they were collected to support administration, permit processing, and facility maintenance. The bill ensures these fees supplement, rather than replace, existing congressional appropriations for Forest Service operations.

This Act mandates a comprehensive review of the Federal Reserve's discount window lending programs to ensure they effectively provide liquidity to financial institutions. The review must address technology, cybersecurity, operating hours, and the stigma associated with using the window. Following the review, the Federal Reserve must develop and report to Congress on a plan to fix any identified deficiencies and improve access and efficiency.

The Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2025 expands the legal definition of "critical minerals" to explicitly include materials previously designated as "critical materials" by the Secretary of Energy. This legislation mandates the Secretary to promptly update the official list of critical minerals upon such a designation. The goal is to ensure consistency in how these vital resources are legally defined and tracked.

This act establishes the School Bus Stop-Arm Safety Camera Act to enhance student safety around school buses. It mandates a federal study on the benefits and best practices for using stop-arm safety cameras, including data privacy. Furthermore, the bill creates a grant program to help state educational agencies purchase and install this camera technology on school buses.

This resolution supports the goals of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month by recognizing CTE's vital role in preparing students for high-demand, high-skill careers. It affirms that CTE is crucial for American economic competitiveness and encourages promotion of these educational pathways. The resolution celebrates the contributions of CTE programs across the nation.

This bill authorizes the mining of specific Federal coal reserves in Musselshell County, Montana, for one year. It mandates the Secretary of the Interior to approve the existing Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification within 30 days to facilitate this mining. The authorization applies to approximately 800 acres under Federal Coal Lease MTM 97988.

The PROTECT Taiwan Act establishes a U.S. policy to exclude representatives of the People's Republic of China from major international financial organizations if the President reports a threat to Taiwan. This action is triggered under the authority of the Taiwan Relations Act and requires coordination among key financial regulatory bodies. The policy can be waived by the President if deemed in the national interest.

The PrEP Assistance Program Act establishes federal grant funding to support organizations providing HIV prevention medication (PrEP) and related services. It also creates a reimbursement program to ensure uninsured individuals can receive these essential HIV prevention items and services at no cost through a "PrEP Pass" card. The legislation aims to expand access to PrEP by supporting community programs and eliminating financial barriers for the uninsured.

This resolution denounces any stated intent by the President to nationalize or assume direct control over federal elections. It affirms that the Constitution grants primary authority over elections to state legislatures and Congress, not the President. The resolution declares that any unilateral attempt by the President to take over election processes would be unconstitutional and unlawful.

This bill expresses disapproval of a temporary tax amendment act passed by the D.C. Council. Separately, it establishes the "American Opportunity Accounts Act," creating federally funded savings accounts for every child born in the U.S. These accounts provide an initial deposit and annual contributions based on family income, intended for qualified expenses like education, home purchase, or retirement.

This bill establishes the Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services to investigate and document the history of racial, ethnic, and LGBTQ+ discrimination within the U.S. armed forces since 1775. The Commission is tasked with holding hearings, gathering testimony, and developing comprehensive recommendations for Congress and the President. These recommendations will address remedies such as compensation, record correction, and policy reform to promote equity and reconciliation. The independent commission will terminate shortly after submitting its final report.

The Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026 amends existing law to formally include the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California in Lake Tahoe Basin land acquisition and management programs. This bill allows federal land acquisition funds to be used for crucial land management activities, such as forest health and cultural site preservation. Furthermore, it authorizes the transfer of culturally significant land to the Washoe Tribe and requires collaborative annual spending plans for basin improvements.

The Working Families Flexibility Act of 2025 establishes a five-year trial program allowing private sector employees to receive paid time off instead of cash for overtime hours worked, subject to specific agreements. This program includes rules for accrual, payout, and employee choice, while prohibiting employer coercion. The bill also mandates GAO reporting on the program's usage and establishes new penalties for violations of the compensatory time rules.

This resolution officially recognizes the 125th anniversary of the Army Nurse Corps, established on February 2, 1901. It expresses profound gratitude for the unwavering service, skill, and sacrifice of all past and present Army nurses. The bill honors their vital contributions to the health and well-being of the United States Armed Forces.

The Maximizing Transportation Efficiency Act aims to boost the efficiency of existing infrastructure by formally defining and promoting Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies nationwide. The bill makes TDM projects eligible for several major federal transportation grant programs to reduce congestion and improve mobility. Furthermore, it establishes a dedicated $20 million annual funding set-aside specifically to develop and implement TDM strategies in underserved rural communities. Finally, the act expands eligibility for the congestion relief program and creates a new set-aside for smaller congestion relief projects.

This bill, the Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act of 2025, establishes new procedural hurdles for the FSOC before it can designate a nonbank financial company for stricter Federal Reserve supervision. The Council must first make an initial determination, in consultation with the company and its regulator, that other actions are insufficient to address the risk. This ensures that designation is a measure of last resort against threats to U.S. financial stability.

This act, the University of Utah Research Park Act, officially confirms the University of Utah's use of approximately 593.54 acres of land in Salt Lake City for a valid public purpose. Specifically, it validates the land's use as a University research park and for related university purposes, consistent with the original 1970 approval. This confirmation ensures the current and future use of the designated land aligns with federal requirements.