Legislation

The Build More Power Act aims to strengthen the nation's energy infrastructure by making it easier for facilities ordered to operate during federal emergencies to qualify for federal loan guarantees. It reserves a significant amount of loan guarantee authority specifically for these emergency-designated projects. Additionally, the bill extends the deadlines for existing energy infrastructure loan guarantee programs and requires a report on investments in power generation upgrades.

The Federal Water Projects Consultation Improvement Act of 2026 amends the Endangered Species Act to grant specific consultation rights to contractors of federal water projects. This ensures that entities with Bureau of Reclamation contracts receive routine opportunities to discuss, submit information, and review assessments related to project operations affecting water delivery. The bill mandates increased engagement regarding biological assessments and opinions, especially when water deliveries might be reduced.

The Cardiovascular Disease Early Detection and Prevention Act of 2026 mandates that private health plans, Medicare, and Medicaid cover specific advanced blood tests for high-risk individuals. This legislation requires coverage without cost-sharing for Lipoprotein(a) and Apolipoprotein B testing to better assess cardiovascular risk. The goal is to improve early detection of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S.

The Protecting Rural Telehealth Access Act aims to permanently expand and simplify Medicare coverage for telehealth services. This bill removes geographic restrictions for patients receiving virtual care and enhances flexibilities for critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, and FQHCs. Furthermore, it permanently allows certain essential services, like behavioral health, to be delivered via audio-only technology.

The Qualified Immunity Accountability Act aims to increase accountability for government officials who violate civil rights. This bill amends federal law to lower the intent standard required for criminal prosecution of rights violations and eliminates qualified immunity as a defense in civil lawsuits against law enforcement officers. By removing the "clearly established law" defense, the Act makes it easier for individuals to hold officers accountable for depriving them of their constitutional rights.

The Targeted Operations to Remove Catastrophic Hazards Act aims to significantly reduce wildfire risks across federal lands by streamlining hazardous fuel removal and accelerating forest management activities. It expands tools for emergency response, encourages the use of livestock grazing for vegetation control, and reforms environmental review processes for restoration projects. Furthermore, the bill modifies utility regulations to mandate wider vegetation clearing around power lines, potentially limiting environmental oversight in favor of faster hazard mitigation.

The Protecting America’s Medical Supply Chains Act of 2026 strengthens the Defense Production Act to secure the domestic supply of essential medical materials like drugs and devices. It mandates the President to develop a comprehensive strategy to address supply chain vulnerabilities and reduce reliance on foreign adversaries for critical medical components. The bill also authorizes payments to eligible U.S. entities to enhance the security of these vital supply chains.

The Grid Expansion and Reliability Act aims to streamline the construction of interstate electric transmission facilities by transferring siting authority from the Secretary of Energy to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This new process allows for self-certification of projects within national interest corridors, subject to annual FERC audits and reporting to Congress on the process's effectiveness. The bill simplifies certain requirements related to landowner engagement during the authorization process.

This bill aims to protect children and teens online by banning social media access for those under 13 and restricting personalized content recommendations for users aged 13 to 16. Additionally, it requires schools receiving federal funding to block student access to social media platforms on school networks and devices. The legislation is enforced by the FTC and state attorneys general, with a severability clause to maintain the law's integrity if parts are challenged.

Gwenn's Law aims to boost the participation of women in NIH clinical trials through a targeted public awareness campaign. The bill also mandates a separate campaign to increase women's awareness and involvement in research concerning bleeding and clotting disorders. Furthermore, it establishes a permanent Interagency Task Force and requires an action plan to better coordinate federal efforts on rare diseases that disproportionately affect women.

The Medicare Expansion and Lowering Costs Now Act aims to enhance healthcare access and affordability through several key provisions. It establishes a Medicare buy-in option for individuals aged 50 to 64, creates a new direct supplemental insurance option for Original Medicare beneficiaries, and grants the Secretary authority to negotiate lower Part D drug prices. Additionally, the bill stabilizes the individual insurance market by establishing a reinsurance fund and removes the income cap for premium tax credit eligibility.

The SHARE Act proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code to exclude certain proceeds from shared appreciation mortgages from federal gross income for eligible borrowers. This means borrowers would not pay federal income tax on the shared appreciation portion of these specific second mortgages. The bill aims to provide tax relief for homeowners utilizing these unique financing arrangements.

The Power for the People Act of 2026 aims to hold large data centers accountable for their significant and growing impact on the electric grid and consumer energy bills. It mandates that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) establish a special interconnection queue prioritizing data centers that use clean energy, pay prevailing wages, and agree to load flexibility. Furthermore, the bill requires states to consider creating special electricity rate classes so that data centers pay the full cost of necessary local grid upgrades instead of passing those costs to other ratepayers.

This bill aims to significantly expand and improve agricultural cooperation between the United States and Israel through enhanced joint research, development, and trade activities. It authorizes new funding streams and establishes an accelerator program to fast-track promising cooperative agricultural technologies. Furthermore, the legislation broadens the scope of the existing Binational Agricultural Research and Development (BARD) Fund to include partners from the Abraham Accords nations.

The Closing the Workforce Gap Act of 2026 reforms the H-2B temporary worker program by adjusting the annual visa cap based on prior need and exempting certain rural employers. The bill also increases penalties for employer fraud, mandates written workplace safety plans, and prohibits recruiters from charging fees to workers. Finally, it establishes new integrity measures, including country eligibility requirements and strict employer notification rules for worker absences or early departures.

This act establishes significant new accountability measures for executives of failed banks. It mandates the clawback of compensation received by senior leaders within two years of a bank's failure, regardless of personal fault. Furthermore, the bill introduces criminal penalties for concealing assets and bans non-compliant executives from serving at insured banks for ten years.

The Railway Safety Act of 2026 significantly enhances rail safety by imposing stricter operational rules, mandatory minimum crew sizes, and increased penalties for hazardous material trains. It also bolsters emergency preparedness by expanding funding and training programs for local responders. The bill aims to prevent derailments and improve community response capabilities through comprehensive new federal oversight.

This Act establishes a competitive grant program through HUD to help residents acquire and preserve manufactured home communities as resident-owned communities (ROCs). It also incentivizes states to adopt laws that grant residents the right of first refusal when their community owner decides to sell. The goal is to increase resident control, stabilize lot rents, and preserve this source of unsubsidized affordable housing.

The Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 restricts the U.S. government from entering into settlement agreements that mandate payments to third parties, except for direct restitution or payment for services rendered. This legislation aims to prevent the use of settlement funds for purposes other than remedying harm to the United States or its citizens. The Act also establishes reporting and annual audit requirements for federal agencies regarding these settlement agreements.

The Voter Empowerment Act of 2026 is a comprehensive bill designed to modernize and secure federal elections by expanding voter access and protecting voting rights. It mandates sweeping changes, including automatic and online voter registration, enhanced accessibility for voters with disabilities, and stricter rules against deceptive practices and voter intimidation. Furthermore, the Act restores voting rights for many Americans with past criminal convictions and requires all federal elections to use voter-verified paper ballots.