Legislative Activity

The "Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance Act" mandates that the Secretary of State develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to dismantle the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). The bill requires a structured transition plan to transfer UNRWA’s humanitarian services to alternative entities, ensuring continued aid while prioritizing transparency, accountability, and neutrality.

The "Cure Hepatitis C Act of 2026" establishes a comprehensive national program to eliminate the hepatitis C virus in the United States by 2032. The bill mandates the creation of a federal strategy, an advisory committee, and a subscription-based drug procurement model to provide curative treatments at no cost to priority populations, including those in correctional facilities, Indian health programs, and Medicaid. Additionally, it authorizes significant funding for public health grants, diagnostic testing, and the elimination of out-of-pocket costs for hepatitis C treatments under Medicare.

The Declaration of Independence Reaffirmation Act of 2026 commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence by formally reaffirming the Declaration of Independence as a foundational legal document of the United States. This Act underscores the nation's commitment to the principles of national sovereignty, natural rights, and government by consent. To preserve these values, the legislation officially incorporates the full text of the Declaration into federal law.

The Veterans and Servicemembers PTSD Emerging Treatment Review Act of 2026 mandates a comprehensive Department of Defense report on the potential use of whole-mushroom psilocybin for treating resistant PTSD in military personnel. This report will analyze clinical trial data, safety, and regulatory requirements to determine the feasibility of integrating these emerging therapies into military and veteran healthcare. The goal is to address critical gaps in current treatment options to improve medical readiness and suicide prevention for those who have served.

This resolution officially designates June as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. It highlights the widespread impact of Alzheimer's disease, including rising prevalence, significant caregiver strain, and health disparities. The measure encourages public education, advocacy for research and support services, and support for those affected by the disease.

The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program to better support the agricultural industry by streamlining application processes and establishing a centralized online portal for employers. The bill updates labor certification, housing, and wage requirements while expanding the definition of eligible agricultural work to include a broader range of activities. Additionally, it enhances worker protections—including new heat illness prevention standards—and provides greater administrative efficiency for federal agencies managing the program.

The Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act establishes a joint working group between the U.S. and Ukraine to accelerate the co-development, production, and acquisition of cost-effective, expendable unmanned systems. By leveraging lessons from the battlefield in Ukraine, the initiative aims to integrate proven drone and counter-drone technologies into U.S. defense capabilities. The Act also mandates the creation of frameworks for secure technology transfer, reciprocal procurement, and the scaling of production to enhance national security.

The GRACE for Military Survivors Act extends the window for military survivors to contribute death benefits to a Roth IRA or Coverdell education savings account from one year to three years. This change applies to benefits received on or after the date of enactment, and retroactively covers benefits received since October 7, 2001. This provides survivors with more time to utilize these tax-advantaged savings options.

This resolution supports designating a "National Learn to Swim Week" beginning on the fourth Sunday in June to raise awareness about water safety. It emphasizes that learning to swim is a lifesaving skill that significantly reduces the risk of drowning, which is a leading cause of death for young children. The bill encourages federal, state, and local efforts to promote and expand access to affordable swimming lessons for all Americans.

The SHARE Act of 2025 establishes new federal requirements for the FBI to share criminal history record information with states participating in professional licensing interstate compacts. This information sharing is strictly for the purpose of conducting background checks on applicants seeking to practice a profession in another compact state. States receiving this data are severely restricted on how they can use or further disseminate the detailed criminal history, generally only being permitted to report a binary "satisfactory" or "unsatisfactory" determination back to the compact's Commission.

The Cybersecurity Logging Enforcement and Accountability Reporting Act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a comprehensive assessment of its current cybersecurity event logging capabilities. The bill mandates a report to Congress identifying any resource, policy, or guidance gaps preventing full compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Additionally, the DHS must provide a public executive summary of these findings to ensure transparency and accountability in protecting departmental systems.

This bill authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the collective heroism of the individuals who defended Bataan, Corregidor, and other locations in the Pacific theater during World War II. The medal honors the extraordinary sacrifice of U.S. service members and Filipino forces who fought and endured imprisonment by Imperial Japan. Following the presentation, the medal will be permanently displayed at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. The legislation also allows for the production and sale of bronze duplicate medals.

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 Support our Firefighters Act establishes paid rest and recuperation leave for federal wildland firefighters within the Forest Service and Department of the Interior. It also permanently waives overtime pay caps for these federal employees. Furthermore, the bill authorizes a limited transfer of funds between agency accounts to ensure continuity of base salary increases and associated premium pay for wildland firefighters.

The Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026 aims to strengthen the right of individuals eligible for long-term services and supports (LTSS) to live in the most integrated community setting possible. It prohibits discrimination by public entities and insurers against those who qualify for institutional placement but desire community-based services. The Act mandates comprehensive planning, self-evaluation, and enforcement mechanisms to speed up the transition of individuals out of institutions and ensure maximum control over their supports.

This resolution strongly condemns Lebanese Hezbollah for repeatedly violating ceasefire agreements through ongoing attacks against Israel. It calls upon the Lebanese Government to ensure Hezbollah immediately ceases all hostile actions and disarms south of the Litani River. Furthermore, the bill supports ongoing U.S.-brokered negotiations between Israel and Lebanon toward a comprehensive, sovereign agreement.

This bill supports designating the second Friday of June as "National Service and Conservation Corps Day." It recognizes the vital work of over 140 Service and Conservation Corps across the country that engage young adults and veterans in conservation, disaster response, and community improvement projects. The resolution encourages citizens to acknowledge the importance of national service and supports the continued expansion of this network.

The **Take Care of America’s Veterans Act** is a comprehensive bill designed to strengthen benefits and modernize services across compensation, education, health care, and VA operations. It eliminates benefit offsets for disabled retirees, expands educational flexibility, sets new standards for timely health care access, and invests in VA technology and infrastructure. Overall, the legislation aims to provide faster, fairer, and more comprehensive support for veterans and their families.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to speed up the process of securing a first collective bargaining agreement after a union is certified. It establishes a mandatory timeline, including mediation and binding arbitration, if an agreement is not reached within 90 days of bargaining. This process is designed to prevent lengthy delays that currently weaken the union's position. The bill also requires a GAO report on current time-to-contract averages.

The Jewish American Security Act addresses the rising threat of antisemitism across the nation. This bill mandates new protections for Jewish students in educational settings and significantly increases funding and administrative support for securing Jewish community institutions. Furthermore, it requires increased transparency from large online platforms regarding their moderation of antisemitic content and mandates federal assessments of domestic and transnational antisemitic threats.