Legislation

The SAFE School Act establishes a grant program through the Department of Justice to enhance school security. Funds can be used by states and local agencies for physical security upgrades and for training and hiring veterans or former law enforcement as school safety officers. This legislation authorizes $900 million for the program.

This bill establishes the Precision Agriculture Workforce Training and Development Act to create a federal grant program supporting workforce training in precision agriculture. The grants will help eligible entities develop and expand programs that teach skills related to technologies like GPS, drones, and data analytics for modern farming. This legislation aims to increase the number of skilled workers ready for careers utilizing advanced agricultural technology.

The Save SNAP Act of 2026 ensures the federal government will cover 100% of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit costs if a state is unable to pay its required share. This creates a hardship exception, waiving the state's financial obligation for that fiscal year. The legislation is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

The RECON Act would amend the Social Security Act to make the reconsideration review process optional for benefit appeals. This means individuals appealing an initial decision for Social Security or SSI benefits will no longer be required to complete a reconsideration review before requesting a hearing. The bill aims to streamline the appeals process by allowing claimants to move directly to a hearing if they choose.

This bill, the Rehabilitation of Historic Schools Act of 2026, amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the federal rehabilitation tax credit to expenditures made on public school buildings. This change allows for tax incentives for renovating qualified public educational facilities. The Treasury Department will report to Congress on the impact of this new credit five years after enactment.

This bill establishes the Public Safety UAS Readiness Act, creating a grant program to fund drone pilot training for public safety agencies. The grants will support the development of standardized training curricula, the purchase of necessary equipment, and administrative costs. Priority will be given to organizations conducting high-risk operations or serving underserved regions.

This bill, the PRICE Act, establishes new transparency and fairness requirements for third-party delivery platforms regarding how they calculate and display fees. It mandates that delivery fees must be based only on the order total and delivery factors, not on user characteristics or store negotiations. The legislation ensures users see clear breakdowns of item prices and fees before payment, with enforcement handled by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general.

This bill, the Hazard Pay for Health Care Heroes Act, establishes a grant program to help health care facilities protect essential workers during declared emergencies or disasters. Funds can be used to provide eligible, non-remote health care workers with hazardous duty pay, up to $13 per hour, when their work or commute is deemed hazardous. Additionally, grants can cover safety measures like PPE and alternative transit for these essential personnel.

The Pre-Payment Fraud Prevention and Treasury Data Access Act mandates that federal agencies strengthen fraud prevention by verifying payment details *before* issuing federal payments. It significantly expands the Treasury Department's "Do Not Pay System" by granting it access to key databases like the National Directory of New Hires and limited IRS data for verification purposes. Furthermore, the bill requires first-time recipients of federal awards over $50,000 to submit a report detailing the initial use of those funds to combat fraud.

The Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2026 mandates that public colleges and universities receiving federal funding must make opioid overdose rescue kits, containing medications like Naloxone, readily available across campus facilities. This legislation requires specific placement of these kits in classrooms, dormitories, and near existing AEDs, as well as registration and training for students. The goal is to ensure immediate access to life-saving overdose reversal medication wherever students and staff are present.

The PRIMATE Act generally bans the importation of live nonhuman primates into the United States to prevent toxic exposures. This prohibition includes a narrow exception allowing importation only by AZA-accredited facilities under strict conditions regarding the animal's future use. Violations of this ban are subject to significant civil penalties and forfeiture of the illegally imported primates.

The No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026 addresses the rise of antisemitism in educational institutions by requiring federally funded schools to treat discrimination motivated by antisemitism with the same seriousness as other prohibited discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The bill mandates the use of the definition of antisemitism from Executive Order 13899 when investigating such incidents. This ensures consistent enforcement against harassment and discrimination targeting Jewish students and employees, while preserving First Amendment rights.

This act establishes grant programs to enhance suicide prevention efforts using data and technology. It directs HHS to fund agencies using data analysis for targeted outreach to at-risk individuals across the general population. Additionally, the VA must create a grant program for organizations to develop AI-driven predictive models to identify suicide risk factors among veterans.

This bill extends key surveillance authorities under Title VII of FISA until April 20, 2029. It introduces significant new protections by requiring a warrant for targeting U.S. person communications under Section 702 and restricting how the FBI can use collected data. Furthermore, the legislation establishes new criminal penalties for unauthorized data queries and disclosures, and mandates attorney approval for certain FBI database searches.

The Marine Mammal Climate Change Protection Act of 2026 amends existing law to mandate the identification of marine mammal species threatened by climate change. It requires the development of specific Climate Impact Management Plans to conserve and recover these at-risk populations. The bill also establishes a federal monitoring program to track climate impacts and ensures all agencies coordinate to support these conservation efforts.

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to clarify and limit birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. It specifies that only children born in the U.S. to a citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or active-duty service member parent would automatically receive citizenship. Congress would be empowered to enforce these new standards.

The Advancing Safe Medications for Moms and Babies Act of 2026 aims to improve medication safety for pregnant and lactating women. This bill directs the FDA to update regulations to encourage including these women in clinical trials. It also mandates an education campaign to raise awareness about relevant research and requires the NIH to prioritize and fund research on drugs used by this population.

The VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act establishes new programs to proactively connect veterans not currently receiving care with necessary mental health services, especially those at risk of suicide or homelessness. It also mandates annual mental health outreach and consultation offers for veterans already receiving disability compensation for a mental health condition. Finally, the bill extends the current fee structure for certain VA housing loans.

The Criminal History Access Act of 2026 updates federal law regarding the sharing and definition of criminal justice records. This bill expands the authority of the Attorney General to exchange records with a wider range of entities, including peace officer standards and training agencies. It also formally defines "Peace officer standards and training agency" and clarifies the definition of "State" for the purposes of record sharing.

The Monitor Accountability Act establishes new federal rules to govern the appointment and conduct of monitors overseeing state or local governments. This legislation sets limits on monitor fees, appointment terms, and exclusivity to ensure oversight is efficient and fair. Furthermore, it mandates public input before appointments and requires annual public accounting of services rendered.