Legislation

The "Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act" is a comprehensive bill focused on economic fairness and social support. It introduces a new wealth tax targeting individuals with assets over $1 billion, while also providing direct financial relief through 2026 Affordability Rebates. Furthermore, the bill expands Medicare benefits to include dental, hearing, and vision coverage, significantly invests in affordable housing, and establishes federal support for universal child care and a national minimum teacher salary of $60,000.

The CLEAN Act establishes new requirements for legislative transparency and ethical conduct by making key provisions of House Resolution 895 permanent law. This legislation modifies the operation of the Office of Congressional Ethics, including setting term limits for board members and ensuring timely vacancy appointments. Furthermore, it guarantees constitutional protections and the right to counsel for individuals undergoing ethics reviews.

This bill, officially titled the "Original Legislation to Give TSA Employees a Raise," mandates a 15 percent increase to the annual base pay for all TSA career employees and corresponding pay bands. This pay raise will take effect starting with the first pay period immediately following the law's enactment.

The "No Free Passes for Cronies Act" amends federal rules to require judicial approval for the government to drop criminal charges before a trial begins. This ensures that dismissals of indictments, informations, or complaints serve the interests of justice. Once a trial is underway, the prosecution cannot be dropped over the defendant's objection.

The Equal Treatment for Farmers Act amends federal agriculture laws to remove "socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers" as a distinct category for program eligibility, set-asides, and definitions across various USDA programs. This legislation also explicitly prohibits the Department of Agriculture from giving any preference or priority based on race or gender in its programs. The bill aims to standardize eligibility criteria across farm loans, crop insurance, and conservation efforts.

The Veterans Legal Support Act of 2026 authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide financial support to university legal clinics that offer legal assistance to veterans. This support will help veterans navigate VA appeals, fiduciary appointments, and other related legal matters. The bill appropriates $10 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to fund these programs.

This bill directs the Architect of the Capitol to install and maintain a continuously updated display showing the average price of regular gasoline for every state and U.S. territory within both the House and Senate chambers. The construction and upkeep of these gas price trackers must be funded exclusively through private donations, not federal appropriations. The Architect is required to report annually on all accepted gifts and bequests used for this purpose.

The Crime Survivor Support and Stability Act of 2026 encourages states to adopt comprehensive rights for crime survivors, ensuring access to trauma recovery, housing stability, and financial relief. The bill establishes a federal grant program to provide flexible, direct cash assistance to survivors through community-based organizations, minimizing bureaucratic hurdles. Additionally, it funds state-level surveys to better understand the unmet needs of survivors, particularly those who interact with the justice system.

The Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2026 aims to expand access to childhood immunizations by broadening eligibility for the VFC program and setting minimum payment rates for vaccine administration under Medicaid and CHIP. The bill mandates that Medicaid and CHIP programs pay providers at least 100% of the Medicare Part B rate for vaccine administration and counseling services through 2028. Additionally, it increases the federal Medicaid matching rate contingent upon states implementing culturally competent vaccination outreach efforts.

The Securing the Rights our Veterans Earned Act (SERVE Act) extends eligibility for key Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits to former service members who were discharged based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. This includes access to hospital care, mental health services, national cemetery burial, Post-9/11 GI Bill education assistance, and housing loans. The bill also mandates the VA Secretary to conduct outreach regarding these newly available benefits.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3255 Northwest 94th Avenue in Coral Springs, Florida, as the "Nancy Metayer Post Office Building." This naming will be reflected in all official government documents and records pertaining to the facility.

The Congressional Pension Integrity Act of 2026 aims to prevent members of Congress convicted of serious crimes related to their official duties—such as bribery, fraud, or sexual assault—from receiving federal pensions based on their service. The bill also allows each chamber of Congress to block pension payments if a member is found to have sexually harassed or abused a staffer under their supervision. This forfeiture applies only to convictions or determinations made after the bill's effective date.

The Keeping China Off the Rails Act amends federal law to phase in new requirements for railroad freight cars based on their manufacturing date. This phased approach gradually expands the scope to include older cars over a four-year period. Ultimately, the bill mandates that all railroad freight cars operating in the U.S. must comply with these standards, regardless of when they were produced.

The Consumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026 overhauls Chapter 11 bankruptcy rules by imposing strict deadlines for conversion to Chapter 7 and establishing new grounds, including "bad faith" and "objective futility," for case dismissal. It also limits the court's power to halt certain government actions and creates a significant new exception to the automatic stay for specific mass tort or liability claims against nondebtor entities following corporate restructuring. These changes aim to prevent debtors from abusing the bankruptcy process for tactical advantage or to shield related parties from liability.

The Know Your Labor Rights Act amends the National Labor Relations Act to mandate that employers prominently post notices detailing employee rights in both physical and online locations. This legislation also requires employers to inform new hires about these rights. Failure to comply with the posting requirements will result in civil penalties of up to $500 per violation.

The Earn it First Act of 2026 prohibits the sitting President and their administration from naming any federally administered or funded public facility after themselves while in office. This measure aims to prevent the naming of public assets after the President during their active term.

The Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to establish entrepreneurship counseling and training programs for individuals formerly incarcerated in federal prisons. This initiative, delivered through SCORE, will provide essential mentoring, workshops, and resources to help these individuals start or expand small businesses. The goal is to foster successful re-entry by equipping them with the tools needed for business development and securing capital.

The Higher Education Marijuana Research Act of 2026 aims to significantly expand federally sanctioned marijuana research at colleges and universities. It prioritizes research licenses for institutions of higher education and allows them to legally obtain marijuana from state or tribal sources for approved studies. Furthermore, the bill establishes grant programs through the NIH and USDA to fund medical and agricultural marijuana research, while protecting student and researcher participation from federal penalties.

This bill significantly tightens U.S. immigration and naturalization laws by expanding grounds for denial of entry, deportation, and citizenship revocation. It specifically targets individuals affiliated with or advocating for communism, socialism, Chinese communism, Marxism, or Islamic fundamentalism. The legislation broadens definitions of these ideologies and removes judicial review for related determinations.

The Workforce Recovery and Resilience Act establishes a federal program to provide temporary income support and retraining opportunities for workers impacted by public health emergencies. It offers weekly cash payments to eligible unemployed or underemployed individuals and subsidizes employers who maintain hours for their staff. Additionally, the Act expands federal grants to support employment and training activities related to substance use disorders in affected communities.