Legislation

This resolution officially recognizes National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026, to honor the vital role of elementary and secondary school teachers. It emphasizes their contribution to the nation's civic, cultural, and economic well-being. The bill encourages communities to show greater respect and appreciation for the teaching profession.

This resolution officially designates the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as Teacher Appreciation Week. It recognizes the vital role of public school teachers and highlights their key priorities, including support for existing federal protections and funding. Furthermore, the bill encourages leaders to engage directly with teachers to ensure their expertise informs education policy.

This bill expresses Congressional disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) rule that withdrew guidance on reopening previously closed consumer deposit accounts. By disapproving the rule, Congress effectively voids the CFPB's action, restoring the previous status regarding the reopening of these accounts.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 6, 2026, as "National Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day." It highlights the critical public health issue of maternal mental health conditions, which affect hundreds of thousands of American families annually. The bill calls for raising awareness, improving screening and treatment access, and supporting research to better address these preventable conditions.

This bill expresses support for designating May 5th as a National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It calls for national observance to honor victims and show solidarity with their families. Additionally, the legislation recommends the Department of Justice commission an updated study on this ongoing crisis.

The Promoting Police Leadership Act directs the Attorney General to develop and certify new leadership and management training curricula for police command-level personnel. This training will focus on areas like strategic thinking, critical incident response, and community trust building. The bill also mandates regular reporting to Congress and a review by the GAO, while preserving the authority of state and local entities to set their own training standards.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. The measure aims to increase public awareness regarding the significant impact of brain tumors and the urgent need for advances in research and treatment. It honors those affected by brain tumors and supports efforts to improve outcomes for patients.

This resolution expresses Congressional appreciation for key military alliances and the sacrifices made by allied special operations forces in conflicts like Afghanistan and Iraq. It voices concern that recent, politically motivated war crimes allegations against allied forces undermine mutual trust and morale. The bill urges that investigations into such matters remain impartial and free from political interference to preserve essential defense partnerships.

This resolution officially recognizes Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May 2026. It celebrates the significant and growing contributions of these communities to American history, culture, and government. The resolution also acknowledges important anniversaries and ongoing challenges faced by the community.

This Senate resolution expresses strong support for free and fair general elections in Venezuela, recognizing the democratic will of the Venezuelan people. It affirms that the current regime lacks legitimacy and declares it in the U.S. national interest to support a democratic transition. The resolution urges the United States to use diplomatic tools to back internationally monitored elections.

This resolution supports the continued role of the U.S. dollar as the world's primary reserve currency. It expresses concern over the People's Republic of China's efforts to undermine the dollar through currency manipulation and the development of a parallel financial system. The bill calls for monitoring these Chinese actions and taking steps to strengthen the dollar's global standing.

This resolution formally commends and congratulates the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Bruins women's basketball team for winning the 2026 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball National Championship. It honors the team's historic victory, recognizing their dedication, coaching staff, and the six graduating seniors who led the effort. The resolution also directs that official copies be sent to key university officials.

The Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2026 establishes a system of "deemed wages" to improve the retirement security of unpaid caregivers. This provision credits individuals who spend at least 80 hours per month caring for a dependent relative with notional earnings for Social Security benefit calculations. The goal is to recognize the value of caregiving and increase future benefits for those who provide essential, unpaid support.

This Senate resolution declares the People's Republic of China (PRC) the foremost strategic competitor of the United States, citing threats across military, economic, and technological domains. It calls for countering these threats by making them a top foreign policy priority. The resolution urges strengthening deterrence, protecting U.S. economic interests against predatory practices, and reaffirming commitments to Indo-Pacific allies.

This resolution supports the goals of National Nurses Week, observed annually from May 6th to May 12th. It recognizes the vital contributions of nurses across patient care, public health, and research. The bill encourages the nation to observe this week with appropriate recognition for the importance of nurses in everyday lives.

This resolution supports designating May 10, 2026, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day." It recognizes the critical need to address significant mental health disparities and barriers to care within the diverse AANHPI community. The bill calls for better data collection, increased provider diversity, and improved access to culturally and linguistically appropriate mental health services.

The Investing in All of America Act of 2025 revises the rules governing Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) by updating how they calculate their maximum allowable government leverage. This bill lowers the overall leverage limits for SBICs while creating new exclusions for investments made in small businesses located in low-income or rural areas, or those operating in covered technology sectors. These changes aim to incentivize targeted investment by allowing certain qualifying loans to be excluded from the leverage calculation.

The Every Dollar Counts Act of 2026 ensures that money spent out-of-pocket for prescription drugs counts toward an individual's health plan deductible and out-of-pocket maximum, even if insurance benefits are not used for the purchase. This aims to provide financial relief and transparency for consumers. The bill also makes corresponding adjustments to how drug prices are calculated for Medicaid purposes.

This bill supports the designation of the fourth annual "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week" in August 2026. It recognizes Community Health Workers (CHWs) as vital frontline professionals who connect communities to essential health and social services. The resolution encourages collaboration to raise awareness of the significant contributions CHWs make in improving health outcomes nationwide.

The Preparing Superfund for Climate Change Act of 2026 amends existing law to require that climate change risks be explicitly considered during the cleanup of hazardous waste sites. This legislation mandates that potential threats from local natural disasters and extreme weather, including future climate change impacts, must be factored into the selection and ongoing review of cleanup plans.