Legislation

This resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the tragic Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, honoring the 49 lives lost and expressing support for all affected. It recognizes the bravery of first responders and reaffirms the nation's unity against hate and terrorism. The bill also highlights ongoing efforts toward gun safety and mental health legislation.

The Open Courts Act of 2026 mandates the creation of a modern, centralized electronic system for federal court records, accessible to the public via a separate interface. This system must feature modern development principles, robust search capabilities, and free public access, while establishing new funding mechanisms to cover its operation. The bill also sets standards for digital accessibility, cybersecurity, and long-term online availability of court documents.

This resolution commemorates the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election in 1996, commending its successful transition to a robust democracy. It expresses strong support for Taiwan in preserving its democratic institutions against external pressure. The resolution reaffirms the enduring U.S. commitment to the U.S.-Taiwan relationship as established by existing policy frameworks.

The Tehran Incitement to Violence Act targets Iranian clerics and organizations that have issued religious decrees (fatwas) calling for violence against U.S. and Israeli leaders. This bill mandates that the President determine which specific individuals and entities are involved in issuing or amplifying these threats for the imposition of mandatory sanctions. Sanctions include blocking property and rendering those individuals inadmissible to the United States.

The **Take Care of America’s Veterans Act** is a comprehensive bill designed to significantly expand compensation, benefits, and healthcare access for veterans and their survivors. It overhauls VA claims processing to be faster and fairer, modernizes education and transition support, and strengthens caregiver resources. Ultimately, the legislation aims to deliver more timely, high-quality, and veteran-centered services across the board.

This resolution designates June 23, 2026, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day." The day aims to honor victims and survivors of online-related trauma, including cyberbullying and exploitation. It encourages public observance and collaborative efforts to improve digital well-being and online safety.

The Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to significantly strengthen services for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired, and deafblind. This legislation mandates that states accurately identify and evaluate these students to ensure they receive specialized instruction, including language and communication skills tailored to their specific needs. The bill aims to guarantee access to appropriate services, qualified personnel, and critical skills development for greater independence.

The Bonuses for Cost-Cutters and Fraud Preventers Act of 2026 enhances the federal employee awards program to reward employees who identify wasteful spending and prevent improper government payments. This legislation increases the maximum cash award for such disclosures from $10,000 to $20,000. It also establishes new reporting requirements for agencies to notify the President and Treasury, and mandates public disclosure of awards given for these cost-saving efforts.

This resolution recognizes Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) as a serious eating disorder with significant health consequences. It calls for urgent national action to advance awareness, improve early identification, and ensure equitable access to multidisciplinary care and research for those affected.

The BANNED in Latin America Act mandates the State Department to develop a comprehensive strategy to counter Iranian and Hezbollah influence operations across Latin America. This strategy must detail measures to restrict propaganda, limit the activities of Iranian and Hezbollah agents, and disrupt their media and educational networks in the region. The goal is to actively combat the spread of destabilizing ideology and support for terrorism.

The Allied Defense Sales Act directs the State Department to create a strategy encouraging allied nations to purchase U.S. defense equipment through multinational group deals rather than individual purchases. This aims to improve interoperability, strengthen the U.S. defense industry, and streamline the sales process. The Secretary of State must regularly report to Congress on the strategy's implementation, challenges encountered, and any necessary legislative changes.

This resolution recognizes the strategic importance of the Arctic region to U.S. national security and economic interests. It supports continued congressional engagement with Arctic allies and partners to promote peace, stability, and sustainable development. The Senate specifically backs efforts to strengthen Arctic security, infrastructure, and scientific research while upholding a rules-based international order. The resolution also affirms the vital role of Indigenous peoples in Arctic governance.

The Expanding Market Access Act aims to boost U.S. agricultural exports by establishing technical assistance to improve foreign market infrastructure. It also mandates a biennial report detailing foreign barriers to U.S. specialty crop competitiveness. Furthermore, the bill increases and extends funding levels for key agricultural trade promotion programs through fiscal year 2031.

This bill, the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026, extends the authorization and funding for the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom. It specifically updates the Commission's operational period through the end of 2028. This action ensures the continued function of the body tasked with monitoring religious freedom abroad.

This resolution expresses support for designating July 2026 as National Sarcoma Awareness Month. The goal is to raise public awareness about this rare bone and soft tissue cancer. This designation aims to encourage earlier diagnosis and greater access to treatment for those affected by sarcoma.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating June 12, 2026, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day." The designation aims to recognize the expanding roles and significant contributions of women in the U.S. Armed Forces. It honors all women veterans for their dedicated military service throughout American history.

This act aims to strengthen defenses against agricultural threats by directing more resources toward states highly vulnerable to plant pests and diseases. It establishes a permanent annual funding level of $150 million for key management programs starting in fiscal year 2027. Additionally, the bill increases the spending cap for disaster prevention activities from $5 million to $12 million.

This Act formalizes and strengthens the trilateral partnership between the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific. It expresses Congressional support for continuing the strategic alignment established at the Camp David summit. Crucially, it mandates the establishment of a formal US-Japan-ROK Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue to deepen legislative engagement between the three nations.

The Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026 establishes a permanent, mandatory electronic employment verification system for all U.S. employers, building upon the existing E-Verify program. This legislation phases in requirements for all businesses to use the system to confirm employee work authorization, imposing significantly enhanced civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance or hiring unauthorized workers. The Act also establishes an individual self-check tool and mandates federal agencies to share necessary records to ensure system accuracy and security.

This Act establishes the National Commission on American Leadership in Robotics to examine the role of robotics in U.S. commerce, competitiveness, and national security. The Commission, composed of 18 experts, is tasked with reviewing advancements and providing recommendations to Congress. It must submit an interim report within one year and a final report with findings within two years. The Commission will terminate 18 months after submitting its final report.