Legislation

The Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act of 2026 establishes new federal requirements for the sale and transfer of ammunition. This includes mandating federal licensing for all ammunition dealers and requiring all sales to be conducted face-to-face with ID verification. The bill also institutes recordkeeping for large-quantity sales and restricts interstate ammunition shipments that violate local laws.

This bill establishes a statutory definition for an "essential health system" based on the volume of care provided to low-income and Medicaid patients. It requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to designate qualifying hospitals for a five-year period. Furthermore, the bill mandates MACPAC to create an annual index ranking all relevant hospitals based on these financial criteria and to review payment policies supporting these essential systems.

The Fair Legal Access Grants Act establishes a grant program to provide legal assistance and resources for individuals seeking extreme risk protection orders. This funding will help ensure petitioners have access to lawyers, translation services, and educational resources regarding the order process. Additionally, the bill protects individuals who file these petitions from being sued in federal court, unless the petition is false or harassing.

This bill establishes the **Hawai‘i National Cemetery Act** to address the severe lack of burial options for veterans in Hawaii. It mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to immediately begin establishing a new national cemetery in the state. This action is necessary because Hawaii's only existing national cemetery is closing to new casketed burials and will soon stop accepting cremated remains, forcing veterans to travel thousands of miles for in-ground burial.

The Executive Transparency Act mandates that 30 specified high-level federal officials must provide annual briefings to designated congressional committees. This legislation aims to enhance oversight by requiring regular, detailed reports from key executive branch leaders to relevant legislative bodies. These briefings will cover the officials' respective areas of responsibility as determined by the committees.

The Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2026 establishes a federal program to address the shortage of general surgeons in underserved communities. This program offers loan repayment assistance of up to $200,000 over four years for eligible surgeons who commit to working in designated shortage areas. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive study to develop a standardized methodology for accurately identifying and designating general surgery shortage areas across the nation.

This resolution designates January 2026 as "National Stalking Awareness Month." It aims to raise awareness about stalking and applaud the efforts of those working to combat this crime and support victims. The resolution encourages increased awareness and continued support for stalking victims' services across various sectors.

The Drone Espionage Act strengthens federal law to explicitly prohibit the unauthorized recording or transmission of video of sensitive defense information. This amendment updates existing statutes to specifically cover video recordings, addressing modern surveillance capabilities.

The Campaign and Election Accountability Act strengthens federal election law by prohibiting any person from knowingly assisting a foreign national in making contributions or donations related to U.S. elections. This amendment specifically targets and criminalizes providing such assistance to foreign nationals.

The Protecting Motherhood Act mandates that federal agencies use specific, sex-based terminology such as "mother," "woman," or "female" instead of the term "birthing person" in all official documents. This legislation defines the required terms to ensure consistency in federal communications regarding pregnancy and parenthood.

The PRESS Act establishes a new federal crime for manufacturing or distributing equipment used to make illegal drugs if that equipment is intended for substances that will be unlawfully imported into the United States. This legislation amends the Controlled Substances Act to create specific prison sentences for these supply chain offenses. The Act also directs the Sentencing Commission to update federal guidelines to reflect these new penalties.

The Feed Our Veterans Act permanently exempts all veterans from the work requirements associated with receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This legislation ensures that veterans have consistent access to food assistance without meeting specific employment criteria.

This resolution calls on the Secretary of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native American logos, mascots, and names from state educational institutions due to their documented harmful effects on Native youth. It also urges state schools and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned use of these symbols. The goal is to overcome stereotypes and ensure Native American students can achieve academically without discrimination.

This bill establishes the Historic Infrastructure Management and Jobs Training Act to create a competitive grant program supporting workforce training and apprenticeships in skilled trades for historic preservation. The program, administered by the Secretary of the Interior, will fund projects that teach specialized skills needed to preserve historic properties and cultural resources. Priority will be given to projects serving areas with high unemployment or limited existing preservation expertise.

The Stop Identity Fraud and Identity Theft Act of 2026 addresses the rising threat of identity fraud by establishing a grant program for states. This funding will help states develop secure, digital versions of identity credentials, like driver's licenses, to combat fraud and deepfake attacks. Participation in this program is entirely voluntary for states. The goal is to enhance digital identity security and reliability for trusted online transactions.

The Housing Without Fear Act of 2026 aims to nullify the existing Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) signed on March 24, 2025. This legislation specifically prohibits both Secretaries from implementing the terms of that agreement.

The Daylight Act of 2026 seeks to establish permanent standard time across the United States by amending existing time zone laws. This legislation would eliminate the practice of observing Daylight Saving Time, meaning clocks would no longer change twice a year. The bill sets specific, permanent offsets from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) for all established time zones.

The "End H-1B Now Act" proposes to eliminate the H-1B visa program through a ten-year phase-out, starting in fiscal year 2026 and ending in 2036. During this phase-out, H-1B eligibility will be restricted only to physicians, surgeons, and nurses. Additionally, the bill prohibits Medicare funding for graduate medical education programs that train non-citizen physicians.

The Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026 formally recognizes food and agriculture as critical to national security. This bill establishes a Senior Advisor for National Security within the USDA to prioritize national security concerns alongside homeland security. It also mandates regular reporting to Congress on identified vulnerabilities, such as foreign influence and data control, and authorizes personnel exchanges with key defense and intelligence agencies.

The Supporting Teachers Through Tax Fairness Act creates a new federal income tax exclusion for eligible K-12 public school educators. This provision allows teachers, counselors, and aides working at least 900 hours annually to exclude up to \$50,000 of their wages from federal income tax. The exclusion limit increases to \$65,000 for educators in high-need, rural, or specialized STEM/Special Education roles.