Legislation

The Energy Emergency Leadership Act formally assigns responsibility for energy security and emergency preparedness to an Assistant Secretary within the Department of Energy. This legislation ensures a dedicated focus on protecting critical energy infrastructure from physical and cybersecurity threats while providing technical support to state, local, and Tribal partners.

The Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act requires Small Business Administration (SBA) employees to certify in writing that they have no conflicts of interest before participating in the loan process. This measure ensures impartiality by mandating that employees disclose any potential conflicts and recuse themselves if a conflict arises. The Act aims to strengthen integrity and accountability within SBA lending operations.

The Energy Threat Analysis Center Act of 2026 reauthorizes and expands the Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program through 2031 to bolster the security of U.S. energy systems. The bill establishes a dedicated threat analysis center to facilitate government-industry collaboration, advanced intelligence sharing, and real-time mitigation of national security risks. Additionally, it provides the Secretary of Energy with enhanced contracting flexibility and robust legal protections for shared information to ensure a more resilient energy infrastructure.

This resolution commemorates the fifth anniversary of the July 11, 2021, pro-democracy protests in Cuba by honoring the bravery of those who stood against the regime's totalitarian oppression. It condemns the Cuban government’s ongoing human rights abuses, including the imprisonment and torture of activists, and demands the immediate release of political prisoners. Furthermore, the bill calls on the international community to hold the regime accountable and urges the U.S. to maintain a policy centered on democracy, civil liberties, and robust sanctions.

The SECURE Grid Act strengthens state energy security by requiring that state plans address physical and cybersecurity risks to local distribution systems. The legislation mandates federal technical assistance for states, streamlines the planning process, and requires a GAO report to evaluate the effectiveness of these security measures by 2030.

The **Comment Integrity and Management Act** aims to improve the federal regulatory process by requiring agencies to verify that electronic public comments are submitted by humans. The bill establishes new protocols for identifying and managing mass or computer-generated comments, ensuring they are handled efficiently while maintaining the public's ability to participate in rulemaking.

The Financial Exploitation Prevention Act of 2025 empowers mutual funds and transfer agents to protect vulnerable investors by delaying suspicious redemption requests. The bill requires participating firms to maintain trusted contact information and establishes formal internal procedures to identify and report potential financial exploitation. Additionally, it mandates that the SEC report to Congress with recommendations for further regulatory improvements to safeguard older and impaired adults.

The KIDS Act is comprehensive legislation designed to enhance the safety, privacy, and well-being of minors in the digital age. It mandates stricter protections across online platforms, social gaming, and AI chatbots while updating privacy standards to limit data collection and targeted advertising for young users. By establishing federal safety requirements and empowering parents with better control tools, the bill aims to reduce exposure to harmful content and addictive design features.

The REDACT Act establishes a private right of action allowing individuals to sue the federal government if their personally identifiable information or sensitive medical files are improperly disclosed under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. This legislation ensures accountability by enabling victims to seek statutory or compensatory damages, attorney's fees, and injunctive relief for privacy violations.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California, as the "Paul Ignatius Post Office." All official references to this location will henceforth bear this name.

The State Standing Committee Act establishes a new committee within the EPA composed of state, territorial, and tribal environmental experts to provide scientific and technical advice on federal environmental regulations. This legislation ensures that local jurisdictions have a direct voice in EPA decision-making processes while also expanding the advisory scope and reporting requirements of the existing Science Advisory Board.

The Small Business Technological Advancement Act expands the eligibility of Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loans to include investments in business software and cloud computing services. This update allows small businesses to utilize loan funds for essential operational tools, including those powered by artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency and service delivery.

The "Good Jobs for Good Airports Act" establishes federal minimum wage and fringe benefit standards for service workers at small, medium, and large hub airports. By ensuring fair compensation for roles ranging from baggage handling to concessions, the bill aims to improve worker recruitment, retention, and overall airport safety. Employers are required to certify compliance monthly, with strict enforcement and reporting mechanisms in place to ensure accountability.

The TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends the federal terrorism reinsurance program through 2034. This legislation also updates the certification process for acts of terrorism by establishing a structured review timeline, increasing the property damage threshold for future claims, and enhancing transparency through expanded annual reporting requirements.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It asserts that because Congress has not declared war or provided specific authorization for these military actions, the President is legally required to terminate the use of force. The bill includes provisions to ensure the continued defense of U.S. personnel, intelligence operations, and support for partner nations during the withdrawal process.

The "Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act" allows individuals to sue the United States government for injuries resulting from sexual misconduct committed by members of the Armed Forces. The bill holds the government accountable for failing to prevent or investigate such misconduct and removes traditional legal immunities that previously shielded the military from these claims. Additionally, it provides a new window for survivors of past misconduct to seek justice while ensuring that legal damages are not offset by existing veteran benefits.

The "Power and Water for Families Act of 2026" establishes a framework to support the responsible growth of data centers and large-scale computing infrastructure while protecting residential and small-business ratepayers. The bill mandates that large-load facilities cover the full incremental costs of their energy infrastructure and encourages them to invest in additional power generation and water recycling projects. Additionally, it provides targeted tax credits to incentivize these facilities to share excess energy capacity and adopt sustainable water reuse practices.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 340 East 1st Street in Tustin, California, as the "Ursula Ellen Kennedy Post Office Building." All official references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

The Drone Safety Enhancement Act directs NASA to collaborate with the FAA, industry, and academia to advance research into unmanned aircraft systems and autonomous aviation. This legislation aims to maintain U.S. competitiveness by developing traffic management systems and advanced air mobility technologies. Additionally, it requires NASA to provide a progress briefing to key Congressional committees within 18 months of enactment.

This bill prohibits the National Science Foundation from decommissioning or reducing the scope of the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) instruments across its various coastal and oceanic locations. It mandates that the OOI must remain fully operational until the NSF completes a comprehensive review of the program that incorporates input from the scientific and coastal communities.