Legislative Activity

The Cabin Air Safety Act of 2026 mandates improved air quality standards for commercial aircraft to protect passengers and crew from hazardous smoke and fume events. The bill requires the installation of real-time air monitoring equipment, establishes a standardized federal reporting system for incidents, and mandates annual safety training for aviation personnel. Additionally, it directs the FAA to conduct formal investigations into reported events that result in medical concerns.

The Affordable Electricity Rates Act of 2026 amends the Federal Power Act to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to prioritize consumer affordability when evaluating electricity rates. Under this legislation, any rate increase projected to raise retail prices by 5% or more is presumed unaffordable and would be disqualified from being deemed "just and reasonable."

The **PROTECT Act** establishes a comprehensive federal initiative to combat youth e-cigarette and tobacco use through expanded research, public education campaigns, and improved cessation resources. By funding state and local health efforts, the bill aims to better understand usage patterns, health impacts, and effective prevention strategies. Ultimately, this legislation seeks to reduce nicotine addiction among young people by providing schools and healthcare providers with the tools and guidance necessary to intervene effectively.

The "No Bonuses for Utility Executives Act" restricts executive bonuses at state-regulated electric utilities starting in 2027. Bonuses are permitted only if customer rate increases do not exceed the Consumer Price Index and are capped at 25 percent of the median non-executive employee salary. Utilities that violate these limits face civil penalties, with collected funds redistributed directly to customers as refunds.

This resolution expresses the Senate's opposition to the settlement reached in President Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS, which established an "Anti-Weaponization Fund" and granted the plaintiffs immunity from future tax investigations. The Senate asserts that this settlement is collusive, violates principles of equal protection, and should not serve as a legal precedent.

The Compassionate Care Act aims to improve end-of-life care by increasing public awareness, enhancing provider training, and expanding telehealth access for advance care planning. The bill also mandates federal research into creating a more consistent, portable, and accessible national framework for advance directives. These efforts are designed to ensure that patients' healthcare preferences are clearly documented, easily accessible, and honored across all medical settings.

The Lori Jackson-Nicolette Elias Domestic Violence Survivor Protection Act strengthens federal law by closing loopholes that allow abusive dating partners and individuals subject to emergency protective orders to possess firearms. The bill expands the definition of prohibited domestic abusers and establishes a federal grant program to assist state, tribal, and local governments in the safe removal and storage of firearms from those under domestic violence restraining orders. By setting a national standard, this legislation aims to reduce intimate partner homicides and enhance protections for survivors of domestic violence.

The Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2026 mandates comprehensive updates to food packaging to help consumers make more informed, healthy dietary choices. The bill introduces mandatory front-of-package "high in" icons for nutrients like sugar and sodium, stricter definitions for terms like "natural," and enhanced disclosure requirements for allergens, gluten, and caffeine. Additionally, it requires online food retailers to provide full labeling information and establishes new formatting standards to improve the readability and transparency of ingredient lists.

This resolution directs the Senate Legal Counsel to initiate a civil lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump to enforce the Foreign Emoluments Clause of the U.S. Constitution. The action seeks to prohibit the President from accepting unauthorized presents, titles, or financial emoluments from foreign states. The measure cites numerous alleged instances of corruption and conflicts of interest involving the President, his family, and foreign entities that undermine the integrity of his office.

The Social Security 2100 Act provides a temporary boost to benefits for retirees, disabled workers, and survivors from 2027 through 2036 while expanding eligibility for caregivers and students. To fund these enhancements, the bill eliminates the cap on wages subject to payroll taxes and introduces a new tax on investment income for high earners. Additionally, the legislation strengthens Social Security Administration operations by protecting staffing levels, preventing field office closures, and enhancing privacy protections for beneficiary data.

The Standards To Prevent Frontovers Act of 2026 directs the Department of Transportation to establish new safety standards aimed at preventing "frontover" and low-speed collisions. The bill mandates that vehicles be equipped with advanced detection, driver notification, and active intervention systems to protect pedestrians and vulnerable road users. Additionally, it requires the inclusion of frontover and backover incident data in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s surveillance system to improve public safety reporting.

Tristan's Law establishes a federal grant program to enhance the safety of children around frozen dessert trucks. States become eligible for these grants by implementing laws that require these trucks to be equipped with specific safety features, such as specialized signal lamps and stop signal arms. The bill also mandates a Department of Transportation study on pedestrian injuries involving these trucks and the feasibility of further safety measures.

This Act encourages colleges and universities to adopt comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention plans. It directs the Department of Education to develop and distribute evidence-based model plans to guide these voluntary efforts. The legislation also mandates the provision of technical assistance to schools interested in implementing these plans.

The No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026 aims to enhance food safety by automatically classifying several hazardous chemicals, including PFAS and certain phthalates, as unsafe for use in food contact materials. This legislation requires the FDA to consider vulnerable populations when reviewing alternatives to these banned substances. The new federal standard allows states and localities to maintain or enact stricter regulations protecting public health.

This bill, the "Right to Record Act of 2026," establishes a federal right to record, observe, or peacefully protest law enforcement activities in public view. It creates a civil remedy allowing individuals to sue federal officers and the United States for violations, including penalties like statutory damages. The Act explicitly states that merely recording or standing near an officer does not forfeit this right unless physical restraint occurs.

The Complete America’s Great Trails Act establishes a new federal tax credit for landowners who donate property that includes a designated National Scenic Trail and a specified surrounding corridor. This credit is equal to the fair market value of the donated land, encouraging private conservation efforts to complete and expand these national trails. The bill also mandates a study on the credit's effectiveness and potential future modifications, such as making the credit refundable.

The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act of 2026 aims to protect veterans from fraudulent and unauthorized fee charging by reinstating strict penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for those who illegally assist with VA benefit claims. The bill mandates the VA to improve transparency by creating an online tool listing accredited representatives and enhancing public warnings about predatory practices on all claim-filing websites. Furthermore, it requires new data collection on paid assistance providers and establishes a robust, accessible accreditation system for legitimate agents and attorneys.

The Homeowners’ Escrow Savings Act aims to protect homeowners by requiring mortgage servicers to pay interest on escrow account balances, calculated based on the yield of one-year U.S. Treasury securities. This legislation also mandates that servicers use more comprehensive and accurate factors when estimating future property tax obligations. The bill ensures greater transparency and fairness in how homeowner escrow accounts are managed.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Corticobasal Degeneration Awareness Month. The designation aims to increase public understanding of these rare, rapidly progressing brain disorders. It also supports the urgent need for expanded research into treatments and cures for those affected.

This Senate resolution expresses the commitment to achieving zero traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways by the year 2050. It emphasizes using a data-driven, safe systems approach and advanced vehicle technologies to eliminate preventable deaths. The resolution also calls for strengthening data collection and addressing existing disparities in transportation safety.