Legislative Activity

The Dalilah Law restricts the issuance of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and specific work visa holders. The bill mandates English language proficiency for all CDL applicants and requires states to recertify existing license holders. States that fail to comply with these eligibility and testing requirements face the loss of federal transportation funding.

The Afghanistan Vetting and Accountability Act of 2026 mandates comprehensive biometric and in-person vetting for individuals evacuated from Afghanistan between 2021 and 2022. The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to maintain a tracking database and report progress to Congress. Furthermore, it restricts access to federal means-tested benefits and unemployment compensation for those who have not yet completed the mandatory vetting process.

The Millennium Challenge Corporation Strategic Modernization Act updates the agency’s mission to better address global strategic competition and secure critical mineral supply chains. The bill mandates new assessments of foreign countries' economic exposure to strategic competitors and requires earlier engagement with the U.S. private sector to improve project impact. These reforms aim to strengthen U.S. economic security and national interests while maintaining the Corporation’s core commitment to poverty reduction and good governance.

This bill, the "Eliminating Fraud in the CFPB’s Complaint Database Act," establishes new requirements for submitting consumer complaints to the CFPB. It mandates that consumers attest to the truthfulness of their complaints and prove they first attempted to resolve the issue directly with the company. Furthermore, the legislation requires the CFPB to protect the confidentiality of complaint narratives while allowing financial companies to close certain unauthorized or frivolous complaints.

The Taiwan SOS Act of 2026 mandates that U.S. government officials must permit Taiwanese dignitaries and service members to display symbols of sovereignty, including the flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan). This permission is specifically limited to certain official purposes, such as government-hosted ceremonies or appearances on Department of State and Defense social media promoting engagements.

The Community Bank Relief Act mandates the Federal Reserve Board to adjust the maximum allowable fees for certain prepaid card transactions to account for inflation. This ensures that fee caps remain relevant over time, with an initial adjustment based on the CPI from 2009 to 2025, followed by annual adjustments thereafter.

The Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act updates various banking and financial regulatory thresholds to account for historical growth in the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Additionally, the bill establishes a mechanism for the Federal Reserve to automatically adjust these thresholds every five years to reflect future economic growth.

The Fiscal State of the Nation Act mandates an annual joint hearing where the Comptroller General presents the findings of the federal government's financial audit to the Budget Committees. This presentation must objectively analyze the nation's financial position and sustainability measures based on the Treasury Secretary's report. The hearing ensures public review of the government's fiscal health, open to all members of Congress.

The SUCCESS for BEAD Act mandates that states and territories use any remaining BEAD program funds for competitive subgrants focused on critical infrastructure and workforce development. These subgrants prioritize projects like building fiber, internet exchange points, and Next Generation 911 systems to enhance national security and AI readiness. The bill also establishes specific requirements for workforce training and ensures coordination for modernizing 911 emergency services.

The Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act mandates federal regulators to study the impact of partnerships between banks and fintech companies on competition, innovation, and consumer protection. It also requires a separate study on similar partnerships involving credit unions. The goal of these studies is to recommend necessary changes to laws and regulations to better promote effective collaboration between traditional financial institutions and technology firms.

The Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations Act of 2025 (TIER Act) significantly raises the asset thresholds that subject financial institutions to enhanced supervision under various banking laws. It adjusts current dollar thresholds based on historical GDP growth to reflect current economic realities. Furthermore, the bill mandates future, automatic five-year adjustments to these thresholds based on subsequent U.S. GDP growth to ensure regulations remain appropriately scaled.

The Affordable Homeownership Access Act aims to support owner financing as a method for increasing access to homeownership, particularly for underserved buyers. This legislation provides specific exceptions to federal loan originator licensing and registration requirements for property owners who offer financing on a limited basis. The bill also mandates a study and report on the impact and potential of owner financing for lower-priced homes.

This bill, the Securing Reliable Power for Advanced Technologies Act, amends the Defense Production Act to accelerate federal permitting for critical artificial intelligence infrastructure projects, including data centers and dedicated power generation facilities. It establishes a consolidated, two-year maximum schedule for all necessary federal authorizations for designated projects. Furthermore, the legislation provides mechanisms for financial assistance to power providers and establishes a process for federal compensation if subsequent regulations impair the operation of these critical power facilities.

This bill officially renames the federal site from "Camp Nelson Heritage National Monument" to **Camp Nelson National Monument**. It amends existing law to update the official designation and ensures all references across federal records reflect the new name.

The Critical Minerals Supply Chain Resiliency Act expedites federal permitting for specific Department of Defense actions related to securing the domestic supply of strategic and critical materials. These actions, taken under Presidential Determination 202211, are treated as "covered projects" for permitting improvement purposes. This designation streamlines the review process unless the project sponsor explicitly requests otherwise.

This resolution condemns the Chinese Communist Party's severe persecution of religious minorities, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. It specifically denounces the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church. Congress reaffirms the United States' unwavering global commitment to promoting religious freedom and tolerance for all.

The President Donald J. Trump Peace Prize Act establishes a new annual award, the Trump Peace Prize, to be presented by the Secretary of State to an individual deemed a peacemaker. This legislation mandates that the very first recipient of this honorary award must be President Donald Trump.

The Secure Commercial Driver Licensing Act of 2025 aims to enhance the security and standards for obtaining commercial driver's licenses (CDLs). This bill mandates that all CDL driving tests must be administered exclusively in English. Furthermore, it requires applicants to hold a standard driver's license for at least one year before being eligible for a CDL. Finally, the Act grants the Secretary of Transportation the authority to revoke a state's ability to issue non-domiciled CDLs if federal regulations are not followed.

The Housing PLUS Act of 2025 amends how Continuum of Care (CoC) funds are distributed to ensure grantees have flexibility in requiring supportive services or preconditions for housing assistance. This legislation mandates that at least 50% of CoC funds must go to organizations offering these wraparound services. The bill also establishes annual reporting requirements to certify compliance with these new funding provisions.

The End Government Shutdowns Act establishes an automatic funding mechanism to prevent government shutdowns when Congress fails to pass timely appropriations bills. If a budget lapse occurs, federal programs will automatically continue operating based on the previous year's funding levels, starting at 99% of that rate. This automatic funding level will then decrease by one percentage point every 30 days until a new budget or continuing resolution is enacted. This system ensures essential government functions continue while incentivizing Congress to pass full appropriations.