Legislative Activity

This bill officially reauthorizes the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIP) for an additional seven years, extending its operation until 2034. It also updates the mandatory recoupment timelines for when the government recovers insurance payments following a covered terrorist act.

The HELP Separated Children Act establishes comprehensive procedures to protect the rights and ensure the well-being of children when their parents are apprehended during immigration enforcement actions. It mandates that DHS officials identify detained parents, provide them with immediate access to make childcare arrangements, and facilitate ongoing communication and legal participation in child welfare and custody proceedings. The bill also requires mandatory training for personnel and extensive data collection to track the outcomes for these families.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has explicitly authorized such military action. It reaffirms Congress's constitutional authority to declare war. The resolution maintains exceptions for necessary self-defense and providing specific defensive support to allies attacked by Iran.

This bill, the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act, explicitly repeals Executive Order 14399, which attempted to regulate mail-in voting. It prohibits federal agencies, including the Postal Service, from using funds to create national voter/citizenship databases or interfere with state administration of absentee and mail-in ballots. The Act reaffirms that states, not the federal government, control federal election procedures.

The Drug Deal Disclosure Act mandates the public release of all federal government agreements with drug manufacturers concerning pricing, sales, and import conditions. This transparency requirement applies to specific existing deals and any future agreements made after enactment. The law strictly limits what information can be withheld, preventing redactions based on political embarrassment. Finally, it requires analyses from the CBO and GAO on the economic and budgetary effects of these disclosed deals.

This bill reauthorizes the popular Breast Cancer Research Stamp program, extending the authority for the U.S. Postal Service to sell the special stamp until 2037. The stamp continues to raise crucial funds, with the additional purchase amount going directly to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Defense (DoD) for breast cancer research.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has explicitly authorized the action. It asserts Congress's sole power to declare war and notes the current hostilities lack such authorization under the War Powers Resolution. The bill carves out exceptions for necessary self-defense, intelligence sharing, and assisting allies defensively.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act repeals federal tax incentives that encourage private donations to scholarship granting organizations. Specifically, it eliminates the tax credit for contributions and the exclusion of certain scholarship amounts from gross income. This legislation aims to redirect financial support toward public education systems.

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 directs the FAA to establish a committee to review and recommend updates to policies regarding the medical certification of pilots and air traffic controllers with mental health conditions. The bill mandates regulatory updates to encourage aviation personnel to seek mental health care without fear of penalty. Furthermore, it allocates funding to enhance the FAA's capacity to process reviews and launches a public campaign to reduce mental health stigma within the industry.

The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026 aims to significantly expand and strengthen the U.S. national commitment to quantum information science, engineering, and technology. This bill reauthorizes and updates the existing initiative by bolstering workforce development, enhancing interagency coordination, and securing the quantum supply chain against foreign threats. It also establishes new programs for quantum testbeds, NIST research centers, and requires a review of regulatory barriers to accelerate domestic quantum innovation.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It asserts Congress's constitutional authority over war powers while ensuring the U.S. retains the ability to defend itself, its personnel, and its regional partners from ongoing attacks.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule recently issued by the Department of Education concerning the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. If enacted, this resolution would prevent the published rule from taking effect or being enforced.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It mandates that military involvement must cease unless Congress provides a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for the use of force. The bill preserves the President's authority to defend against direct attacks and provide humanitarian and defensive support to U.S. personnel and allies.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It asserts Congress's constitutional authority to declare war and mandates the withdrawal of troops unless military action is explicitly authorized by law. The measure preserves the right of the U.S. to defend against direct attacks and provide defensive support to allies.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It asserts Congress's constitutional authority to declare war while ensuring the U.S. retains the ability to defend its personnel, allies, and interests. The bill mandates this withdrawal unless Congress provides explicit authorization for the continued use of military force.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It reinforces Congress's constitutional authority over war powers while ensuring the U.S. retains the right to defend itself and support partner nations against Iranian attacks.

The Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2026 extends the authorization for critical sport fish conservation and restoration programs through 2031. This legislation maintains essential funding for state-level projects while updating the allocation formulas for multistate conservation grants and the North American Wetlands Conservation Fund.

The Resources to Prevent Youth Vaping Act increases and restructures FDA user fees for tobacco manufacturers to ensure all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, contribute to regulatory costs. The bill also mandates enhanced reporting on how these funds are utilized, specifically requiring the FDA to demonstrate how fee revenue supports public education campaigns aimed at preventing youth vaping.

This concurrent resolution recognizes Congress's duty to address the economic challenges and workplace barriers faced by women in the United States. It affirms a commitment to advancing gender equity through policies such as equal pay, workplace protections, access to healthcare, and support for caregiving. The resolution further calls for collaborative action to ensure all women can work with dignity, free from discrimination and harassment.

The Fertilizer Transparency Act of 2026 mandates that fertilizer manufacturers and wholesalers report weekly price and quantity data to the USDA to increase market transparency. The bill also establishes a retail price survey program and creates a public dashboard to provide farmers and the industry with accessible, aggregated market information. These measures aim to improve price discovery while protecting confidential business data.