Legislative Activity

The Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act mandates that the Bureau of Prisons implement critical Inspector General recommendations to address the widespread sexual harassment and assault of correctional staff by inmates. The bill requires improved data collection, oversight, and reporting to Congress regarding these incidents. Additionally, it directs the Attorney General to establish national standards for preventing and punishing such misconduct within federal facilities.

The Kids Online Safety Act establishes a comprehensive "duty of care" requiring online platforms to design features that mitigate specific harms to minors, such as those related to mental health and exploitation. It mandates that platforms provide minors with default, restrictive safety settings and robust parental controls over data sharing and recommendations. Furthermore, the legislation demands significant transparency regarding algorithmic ranking systems and grants the FTC enforcement authority.

This resolution condemns the Iranian government for its systematic human rights abuses, including the use of arbitrary detention, coerced confessions, and executions to suppress political dissent. It demands that Iran uphold due process and release individuals imprisoned for exercising their fundamental freedoms. Furthermore, the resolution affirms U.S. support for the Iranian people and calls for continued international accountability for the regime’s actions.

The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 amends the Education Amendments of 1972 to establish clear, biological definitions for the terms "sex," "female," and "male." These definitions are intended to provide legal clarity for educational institutions receiving federal financial assistance. The act takes effect immediately upon being signed into law.

The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act amends federal law to restrict membership in the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to adult human females. The bill establishes a biological definition of "female" to serve as the standard for eligibility, alongside the society's existing genealogical requirements.

The Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity Act directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to strengthen the digital defenses of the nation’s schools. The bill establishes a centralized information exchange for cybersecurity best practices, creates a voluntary incident registry to track emerging threats, and launches a technology improvement program to provide schools with essential security tools and training.

This resolution expresses the Senate’s formal condemnation of United States District Judge Eleanor L. Ross for engaging in conduct that falls beneath the dignity of her office. The measure cites findings from a special committee investigation confirming that Judge Ross engaged in inappropriate workplace behavior and provided materially false statements to investigators. Consequently, the Senate declares that her actions violated the Code of Conduct for United States Judges and undermined the integrity of the federal judiciary.

The Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit the entry of foreign nationals traveling to the United States primarily to secure U.S. citizenship for their children through birth. The bill authorizes immigration officials to deny admission or initiate deportation proceedings against individuals determined to be engaging in this practice.

The ONSHORE Manufacturing Act aims to strengthen domestic medical supply chains by providing targeted tax incentives for the U.S.-based production of essential drugs, medical devices, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The bill establishes credits for qualified manufacturing income, investments in advanced medical manufacturing equipment, and the installation of environmental compliance technology. Additionally, it mandates annual federal reporting to track the impact of these incentives on supply chain resiliency and the reduction of medical product shortages.

This bill, the "Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act," establishes a streamlined and expedited process for the End-User Review Committee to consider and vote on changes to the Entity List. It mandates a 30-day timeline for the Committee to decide on proposals for adding, removing, or modifying entities subject to export restrictions. The legislation also clarifies the criteria for adding entities based on national security interests and establishes a default policy of license denial for transactions involving newly added parties.

The Election Security Partnership Act appropriates \$20 million in additional grants to states for upgrading election technology and strengthening security. To receive this funding, states must agree to share their complete voter registration lists quarterly with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). DHS will use this data to cross-reference against the SAVE system to identify non-U.S. citizens on voter rolls.

The Safe Cloud Storage Act amends existing law to establish a secure framework for law enforcement agencies to utilize approved cloud service providers for storing child pornography and related materials. This legislation sets strict cybersecurity and evidence handling requirements for these vendors while granting them limited liability protections for their contractual duties. The bill ensures data remains secure, primarily within the U.S., and mandates regular audits and notifications to the Department of Justice.

The Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act revises federal law regarding motor vehicle theft by lowering the required mental state for the basic offense to "knowingly." This change broadens the scope of federal jurisdiction over carjacking incidents. The bill also establishes a specific aggravating factor if death results when a vehicle is taken with the intent to cause serious harm.

The 287(g) Expansion Act aims to significantly broaden the authority of state and local law enforcement to enforce federal immigration laws through expanded 287(g) agreements. It mandates that the Department of Homeland Security enter into these agreements with any qualifying agency that requests one. Furthermore, the bill authorizes increased federal grant funding for jurisdictions that participate in this expanded immigration enforcement partnership.

The Supporting Energy and Economic Development (SEED) Act primarily focuses on extending key tax incentives for biodiesel and renewable diesel through 2029, with a temporary gap in coverage. It also includes provisions to prevent taxpayers from claiming overlapping benefits under both the biodiesel credits and the Clean Fuel Production Credit. This legislation aims to support the continued development of renewable fuels.

This bill prohibits federal family planning funds under Title X from being provided to any entity that performs, promotes, or refers for abortion. Entities receiving funds must certify they will not perform abortions or give funds to organizations that do, with limited exceptions for rape, incest, or life-threatening conditions. The Secretary of Health and Human Services must also submit annual reports to Congress detailing grant recipients and any abortions performed under the exceptions.

The Safer Prisons Act of 2026 focuses on increasing the safety of correctional officers by significantly enhancing penalties for assaulting Bureau of Prisons staff. This legislation doubles the maximum prison sentence and adjusts fines for individuals convicted of such assaults.

The Guard Equal Benefits for Federal Missions Act ensures that certain full-time National Guard duty performed in support of federal law enforcement operations is counted as qualifying service for federal benefits. This provision specifically covers duty authorized by the President or Secretary of Defense that addresses significant criminal activity or threats to public safety. As a result, this service will now qualify for benefits such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill and eligibility for retired pay.

The Rural Health Innovation Act of 2026 establishes grant programs to expand urgent care, triage, and primary care services in rural communities. By providing funding to health centers and local public health departments, the bill aims to improve emergency response times and increase access to essential medical resources. These initiatives are supported by $50 million in annual authorized funding through 2031.

The American Innovation Act of 2026 supports new businesses by simplifying and expanding tax deductions for start-up and organizational costs. Additionally, the bill protects early-stage companies by allowing them to preserve net operating losses and tax credits even after a change in ownership. These measures are designed to reduce financial barriers and encourage long-term growth for emerging enterprises.