Legislative Activity

The North Korean FAKER Act aims to disrupt North Korea’s use of fraudulent remote IT employment schemes to generate illicit revenue for its weapons of mass destruction programs. The bill directs the State Department to coordinate with international allies and the private sector to detect, deter, and publicly attribute these deceptive activities. Additionally, it mandates regular reporting to Congress and enhances the Rewards for Justice program to help dismantle these global financing networks.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 4640 Cass Street in San Diego, California, as the "Mary Wilding Memorial Post Office Building." All official federal references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

The Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026 amends the Clean Air Act to broaden the definition of "renewable biomass." By including forest manufacturing by-products, wildfire risk-reduction materials, and vegetation from defensible spaces, the bill incentivizes the removal of hazardous fuels from public and private lands. This legislation streamlines the certification process to support sustainable forest management and expand the market for renewable energy feedstocks.

The American Franchise Act aims to protect the traditional franchise business model by clarifying the definition of a "joint employer." This legislation establishes that a franchisor is only considered a joint employer if it exercises "substantial direct and immediate control" over the essential terms of employment for a franchisee's workers. This change specifically targets liability risks associated with maintaining brand standards, ensuring franchisors are not automatically held responsible for local labor practices. The new standard applies prospectively to future legal proceedings.

The Biotechnology Diplomacy Leadership Act of 2026 establishes a new Senior Biotechnology Official within the Department of State to lead and coordinate U.S. efforts in international biotechnology policy. This official will work across federal agencies and with global partners to advance American leadership in biotechnology innovation, security, and economic development. The role focuses on strengthening supply chains, facilitating international research collaborations, and representing U.S. interests in global biotechnology forums.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in San Jose, California, as the "Corporal Patrick D. Tillman VA Clinic." This renaming honors the legacy of Pat Tillman, a San Jose native and former NFL player who left his professional career to serve as an Army Ranger and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

The Patients First Act of 2026 is comprehensive legislation designed to stabilize Medicare physician payments, improve patient access to primary care, and transition the current quality reporting system to a more clinician-led framework. By modernizing reimbursement formulas, reducing financial volatility for providers, and increasing transparency in value-based care models, the bill aims to ensure a more sustainable and predictable healthcare environment. These reforms seek to lower out-of-pocket costs for patients while supporting the long-term viability of medical practices.

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential, high-risk work performed by these skilled professionals. It pays tribute to the lineworkers who provide critical service during emergencies and recognizes those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

The Accelerating Innovation (AI) for Kids with Cancer Act establishes a federal coordinator to lead the integration of artificial intelligence into pediatric cancer research and treatment. The bill mandates improvements in data sharing, clinical trial design, and interoperability to accelerate the development of new diagnostic tools and therapies. By authorizing significant funding through 2031, the legislation aims to leverage advanced technology to improve outcomes for children battling cancer.

The American Space Leadership for the 21st Century Act directs the State Department to lead diplomatic efforts to secure U.S. space interests against growing global threats. The bill authorizes the development of international norms, risk-reduction measures, and security dialogues with allies to ensure space remains a stable and accessible domain. Additionally, it establishes mandatory congressional oversight and consultations to address emerging challenges from adversaries in the space sector.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 340 East 1st Street in Tustin, California, as the "Ursula Ellen Kennedy Post Office Building." All official references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California, as the "Paul Ignatius Post Office." All official references to this location will henceforth bear this name.

The Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act protects health care providers and their patients by prohibiting states from restricting access to legal reproductive health services, including abortion, contraception, and IVF. The bill establishes legal protections against state interference, prevents the use of federal funds for such enforcement, and provides grants to support legal defense and facility security for providers. Additionally, it ensures that providers cannot be denied professional liability insurance based on their provision of these lawful services.

This bill, the Great American Outdoors Act 250, significantly reforms and renames the existing public lands restoration fund to the America’s Legacy Restoration Fund. It secures dedicated funding streams, primarily from energy revenues and new fees on foreign visitors, to address critical deferred maintenance across the National Park Service, Forest Service, and other public land agencies. The legislation establishes strict spending priorities for infrastructure repair while also creating pilot programs for enhancing outdoor recreation and sportsmen's access. Finally, it mandates increased transparency and accountability through standardized metrics and public reporting on all funded projects.

The SAFE Training for OB-GYNs Act establishes a federal grant program to help residency programs expand training in reproductive healthcare for professionals whose education is restricted by state abortion laws. This funding will support training programs and reimburse travel expenses for providers seeking necessary care education out of state. The program is authorized with $10 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031.

This resolution commemorates the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election in 1996, commending its successful transition to a robust democracy. It expresses strong support for Taiwan in preserving its democratic institutions against external pressure. The resolution reaffirms the enduring U.S. commitment to the U.S.-Taiwan relationship as established by existing policy frameworks.

The Allied Defense Sales Act directs the State Department to create a strategy encouraging allied nations to purchase U.S. defense equipment through multinational group deals rather than individual purchases. This aims to improve interoperability, strengthen the U.S. defense industry, and streamline the sales process. The Secretary of State must regularly report to Congress on the strategy's implementation, challenges encountered, and any necessary legislative changes.

This bill strengthens U.S. access to critical minerals by authorizing international partnerships and agreements to build secure, transparent supply chains with allies. It establishes Energy Security Compacts to diversify energy and mineral sources while protecting American jobs and the environment. Finally, the legislation creates new leadership roles and exchange programs at the State Department to build a skilled domestic mining workforce and counter foreign leverage over essential resources.

This resolution strongly condemns the President's use of racist rhetoric targeting Indian and Chinese Americans. It reaffirms the vital contributions of immigrants from all backgrounds to the United States. Finally, the bill calls on all elected officials to cease using language that promotes racial or ethnic division.