Legislation

The Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed Act establishes a Department of Energy initiative to research, develop, and demonstrate innovative technologies for processing critical materials. By fostering collaboration between national laboratories, academia, and the private sector, the program aims to improve processing efficiency, sustainability, and worker safety. This legislation ensures that resulting technological advancements are securely transferred to U.S. industry to strengthen domestic supply chains.

The Stopping Foreign Influence in Elections Act of 2026 aims to prevent foreign money from entering U.S. elections by imposing strict financial penalties on tax-exempt organizations that make political contributions after receiving funds from foreign nationals. Under this bill, organizations that violate these rules face escalating fines and the potential loss of their tax-exempt status. These measures ensure greater accountability and transparency for non-profit groups involved in the political process.

The Customer Property Protection Act strengthens financial safeguards for public customers in the event of a commodity broker’s bankruptcy. It mandates that a broker’s own assets be used to cover any shortfall in customer net equity claims after existing customer property is exhausted. This measure ensures greater protection for customer funds while maintaining the existing rights of other secured creditors.

The Mount Cristo Rey Protection Act prohibits the use of federal funds for eminent domain actions or the construction of security infrastructure on or near Mount Cristo Rey in New Mexico. This legislation aims to protect the site’s profound religious and cultural significance by preventing federal interference with land owned by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces.

The English Language Proficiency Act amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to mandate that all naturalization applicants demonstrate proficiency in the English language and knowledge of U.S. history and government. This bill eliminates existing exemptions previously granted to elderly applicants and individuals with physical or developmental disabilities. Consequently, all applicants for U.S. citizenship would be required to meet these standards without exception.

The CLINIC Assistance Act authorizes the Department of Labor to provide grants to accredited law schools for the development of attorney-supervised clinical programs. These programs will provide pro bono legal assistance to individuals navigating denied claims and other disputes related to employer-sponsored welfare benefit plans under ERISA. By funding these clinics, the bill aims to increase access to legal representation for beneficiaries while providing valuable experience to law students.

The Stop CHEATERS Act provides significant multi-year funding to the IRS to modernize its technology, improve taxpayer services, and strengthen tax enforcement. The bill specifically mandates that the agency prioritize auditing high-income individuals and large corporations to close the tax gap. Additionally, it requires regular reporting to Congress to ensure accountability and progress in these enforcement efforts.

The Interagency Council on Affordable Housing Act of 2026 establishes a new independent federal agency tasked with coordinating a national strategy to increase the supply of affordable housing and improve rental market fairness. The Council will unite various federal departments to streamline housing programs, provide technical assistance to state and local governments, and ensure better access to housing resources for low-income populations. Through research, reporting, and interagency collaboration, the Council aims to foster a unified national approach to addressing homelessness and housing affordability.

The Protecting Patients from Automated Denials Act mandates that Medicare Advantage plans cannot deny prior authorization requests based solely on artificial intelligence. The bill requires that all such denials be reviewed and signed by a qualified physician who exercises independent medical judgment. Additionally, it establishes strict transparency, record-keeping, and reporting requirements to ensure AI is used only for administrative purposes and remains subject to federal oversight.

The No GRIFT Act of 2026 prohibits the Department of Justice from awarding grants to nonprofit organizations that rely on federal funding for more than half of their revenue while paying any employee more than the Attorney General’s annual salary. To qualify for funding, organizations must certify that they do not exceed these compensation and revenue thresholds.

The Tariff Impacted Farmer Support Act of 2026 provides $15 billion in economic assistance to help eligible producers offset revenue losses on key commodities like corn, cotton, peanuts, poultry, and soybeans. The program offers one-time payments to qualifying farmers for either the 2025 or 2026 crop year to mitigate the financial impact of trade-related market fluctuations.

The Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act establishes stricter oversight and transparency requirements for significant staff reductions across major U.S. foreign affairs agencies. The bill mandates congressional notification for large-scale layoffs, updates retention procedures for Foreign Service members, and ensures advance notice for personnel changes. These measures aim to protect the stability and effectiveness of the nation’s diplomatic and international development workforce.

The Human Authority over Autonomous Weapons Act of 2026 mandates that all lethal force deployed by U.S. Armed Forces using autonomous or AI-enabled systems remains under direct human command and oversight. The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to establish procedures ensuring a "human-in-the-loop" for target authorization, while requiring secondary verification of targets for the first five years. These requirements exclude specific missile and defensive weapon systems currently used to protect the United States.

The Multi-Class Stock Company Voting Transparency Act requires companies with multiple classes of voting stock to provide greater transparency during shareholder meetings. Under this legislation, issuers must disclose a detailed breakdown of voting results, including votes cast, abstentions, and broker non-votes, separated by each individual share class.

The Improving Access to Transfusion Care for Hospice Patients Act of 2026 directs the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a new payment model that separates blood transfusion costs from the standard Medicare hospice daily rate. This initiative aims to improve patient access to necessary care by allowing transfusions to be billed independently. The program also requires a comprehensive evaluation to measure the impact of this change on patient outcomes and healthcare utilization.

The Outside Influence Prevention Act requires that political committees funding independent expenditures in U.S. House elections receive at least 50% of their contributions from donors residing within the state where the election is held. This legislation aims to ensure that local representation remains driven by the interests of in-state constituents rather than outside financial influence.

The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act amends the organization’s federal charter to formally define membership eligibility. The bill restricts membership to adult human females, establishing a biological definition for the term "female" based on reproductive system development.

The Campaign Accountability and Parity (CAP) Act seeks to level the playing field in congressional elections by capping annual campaign spending for House candidates. Under this legislation, a candidate’s total expenditures may not exceed the average annual Members' Representational Allowance (MRA) from the previous year.

The Cyber Letters of Marque and Reprisal Act authorizes the President to commission private entities to conduct limited cyber operations against designated foreign threats. This legislation aims to deter cybercrime, disrupt illicit digital networks, and facilitate the recovery of stolen assets for American victims. By modernizing historic privateering tactics, the bill empowers the private sector to combat cyber threats while providing a legal liability shield for authorized actions.

The Facial Recognition to Protect Children Act mandates that wagering and prediction market platforms use facial recognition technology to verify that all users are at least 18 years old. The bill also establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for event contracts, tasking the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) with enforcing strict consumer protections, anti-money laundering standards, and marketing restrictions. Additionally, it creates an Advisory Council on Consumer Protection and an Office of the Retail Advocate to oversee market integrity and safeguard retail participants.