Legislative Activity

The Financial Disclosure Modernization Act updates federal financial disclosure requirements by establishing new, higher reporting thresholds for various income sources like dividends, rents, interest, and capital gains. This legislation mandates more granular reporting for very large financial amounts. These changes apply to all required financial disclosure reports filed after the Act's enactment.

The Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026 amends tax law to prevent U.S. companies from avoiding domestic taxation by relocating their headquarters overseas. It tightens the definition of an "inverted corporation" by lowering the ownership threshold and establishing new criteria based on where management, control, and business activities are located. This legislation ensures that corporations maintaining significant U.S. operations and shareholder ties are treated as domestic entities for tax purposes.

The Corporate Crimes Against Health Care Act establishes new federal criminal and civil penalties, including asset clawbacks, for individuals at private equity-owned healthcare companies whose actions lead to patient harm or failure. The bill also prohibits federal healthcare payments to entities involved in certain real estate transactions with REITs and mandates comprehensive annual reporting on ownership and financial structures of specified healthcare entities. Finally, it requires a study on the impact of profit-driven practices on patient care and provider well-being.

This resolution supports the observation of National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month from January 1 to February 1, 2026. It highlights the severe scope of human trafficking globally and within the U.S., emphasizing the imperative to eliminate these modern-day forms of slavery. The measure calls for increased public awareness and continued collaborative efforts to protect victims and prosecute traffickers.

The FAIR Act establishes pay increases for federal employees in calendar year 2027. This legislation mandates a 3.1 percent increase to the basic pay rates for General Schedule and similar employees. Additionally, it provides a 1 percent adjustment to federal locality pay rates for the same year.

The Right to Redress Act amends the Federal Tort Claims Act to establish a new procedure for lawsuits against the United States involving injuries or deaths caused by federal law enforcement officers. This legislation grants individuals the right to request a trial by jury in these specific tort claims. Furthermore, it clarifies that judgments against the U.S. under this new process do not prevent separate actions against the individual officer, and it limits the government's discretionary function exception in these cases.

This concurrent resolution commemorates the 15th anniversary of the tragic January 8, 2011, Tucson, Arizona, shooting. It honors the six individuals who lost their lives and recognizes the survivors, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The resolution reaffirms the importance of civility in democracy and Congress's dedication to preventing gun violence.

This resolution officially recognizes January 2026 as National Mentoring Month to raise awareness and encourage the expansion of quality mentoring programs nationwide. It highlights the significant benefits mentoring provides for youth development, academic success, and community strength. The bill also acknowledges the vital role of volunteer mentors and supports efforts to close the gap for the millions of young people currently without one.

The Predatory Lending Elimination Act amends federal law to apply the Military Lending Act's 36% interest rate cap (MAPR) to most consumer credit transactions. This new restriction generally excludes residential mortgages and specific auto loans, while preserving stronger state consumer protection laws. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is tasked with issuing implementing rules within one year.

The Safe Cloud Storage Act establishes strict cybersecurity and operational requirements for technology companies storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement investigations. It grants limited liability protections to approved vendors who comply with these rigorous standards, including NIST-level security and U.S.-only data storage. The bill also sets clear evidence retention rules for law enforcement agencies utilizing these cloud services.

The Regional Ocean Partnerships Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends and updates funding for existing regional ocean partnerships through fiscal year 2031. This legislation amends previous law to ensure continued support for these vital ocean management initiatives. It also adjusts reporting requirements to assess the ongoing effectiveness of the partnerships.

This Act establishes new federal prohibitions against marketing products as dietary supplements that do not meet the legal definition or were prepared under the direction of a debarred person. It grants the FDA updated authority to refuse import and seize products that violate these new prohibitions. The law specifically targets dangerous products, such as Tianeptine, by strengthening enforcement measures.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Majority Leader to initiate litigation against the President and Department of Justice officials for failing to comply with the bipartisan mandate of Public Law 11938 regarding the release of Epstein-related records. It specifically addresses the DOJ's insufficient document production, improper redactions, and failure to meet the statutory deadline. The measure directs the Senate to legally challenge these actions to ensure full compliance with the law.

The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 establishes major federal funding streams, primarily through grants and tax-credit bonds, to modernize and repair public school facilities nationwide. This legislation prioritizes improvements focused on health, safety, and energy efficiency, directing significant resources toward districts serving low-income students. The Act also mandates transparency through public reporting and requires local districts to develop long-term facility master plans.

The Stop Underrides Act 2.0 mandates the Department of Transportation to establish new federal safety standards requiring all new commercial motor vehicles to be equipped with comprehensive front, rear, and side underride protection systems. This legislation aims to drastically reduce preventable deaths and injuries from underride crashes involving passenger vehicles and vulnerable road users. The bill also reconvenes the Advisory Committee on Underride Protection and requires new studies and public reporting on crash data and prevention effectiveness.

This resolution officially designates the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." It recognizes the vital role school counselors play in supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and career development. The measure aims to increase public awareness of the essential services school counselors provide despite often facing high student-to-counselor ratios.

The Affordable Housing and Homeownership Protection Act of 2026 establishes a tiered tax on large investors who purchase single-family homes. Revenues generated from this tax will be allocated to bolster the Housing Trust Fund and the Capital Magnet Fund. Additionally, the bill modifies the minimum funding formula for small states within the Housing Trust Fund.

The National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026 mandates the establishment of clear metrics to define and measure veteran success across physical, mental, and economic well-being. It requires the President to formulate and submit a comprehensive, recurring National Veterans Strategy to Congress, aligning government and private sector resources to meet these goals. This strategy must consider diverse veteran needs and can be disapproved by Congress through a joint resolution.

This bill amends the Passport Act to authorize certain public libraries to serve as official passport acceptance facilities. If authorized, these libraries can collect and retain the execution fee for processing passport applications. This measure expands the network of locations where the public can apply for a U.S. passport.

The ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act establishes a civil remedy allowing individuals to sue the U.S. government for monetary damages when ICE or CBP officers violate their constitutional or legal rights. This liability applies even if the officer was not following official policy. The bill aims to hold the government financially accountable for misconduct such as racial profiling and unreasonable searches by these agencies.