Legislative Activity

This act eliminates capital gains tax for family members selling qualified farm property to a direct relative. The exclusion applies to the seller's profit, provided the farm meets specific ownership and usage requirements. This measure aims to facilitate the transfer of family farms across generations while establishing beneficial basis rules for the purchasing family member.

The "Timely and Accurate Benefits Act" mandates states to implement an Enhanced Income Verification Platform to receive federal funding for benefit programs. This platform will use real-time data matching and analytics to verify income, including wages, self-employment earnings, and other sources, ensuring accurate eligibility determinations. The goal is to reduce improper payments and ensure timely benefit distribution. The act defines key terms such as "Enhanced Gross Income" and "Enhanced Income Verification Platform" to provide a clear framework for implementation.

The Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 establishes a mandatory federal lifetime no-contact order for victims following convictions in serious felony cases, including crimes of violence and sexual offenses. This order prohibits any form of direct or indirect contact between the defendant and the victim for the defendant's lifetime. The prohibition can only be lifted if the conviction is pardoned, commuted, dismissed, or overturned on appeal.

This bill seeks to formally expunge the two impeachments of former President Donald J. Trump from December 2019 and January 2021. It asserts that the impeachments were flawed due to a lack of firsthand evidence and biased proceedings in the House of Representatives. By expunging them, the resolution treats the Articles of Impeachment as if they never passed the House.

The Restoring Law and Order on America’s Streets Act expands federal authority to allow the civil commitment of individuals deemed a danger to public safety, similar to existing provisions for sexually dangerous persons. This bill mandates evaluations for certain homeless individuals in federal custody to determine if they meet the criteria for commitment. It introduces new definitions for "person who is a danger to public safety" based on specific past behaviors and a serious mental condition that makes refraining from those actions difficult.

The Stop DEI Act prohibits federal funding for colleges and universities that consider race, sex, ethnicity, color, or national origin in ways that violate existing federal civil rights laws. This measure targets institutions of higher education receiving federal funds.

The "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" repeals the Corporate Transparency Act, eliminating the requirement for companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). It also makes necessary technical adjustments to Title 31 of the United States Code, specifically sections related to financial recordkeeping and reporting of currency and foreign transactions, to reflect the repeal.

The Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to establish entrepreneurship counseling and training programs for individuals formerly incarcerated in federal prisons. This initiative, delivered through SCORE, will provide essential mentoring, workshops, and resources to help these individuals start or expand small businesses. The goal is to foster successful re-entry by equipping them with the tools needed for business development and securing capital.

The Equal Treatment for Farmers Act amends federal agriculture laws to remove "socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers" as a distinct category for program eligibility, set-asides, and definitions across various USDA programs. This legislation also explicitly prohibits the Department of Agriculture from giving any preference or priority based on race or gender in its programs. The bill aims to standardize eligibility criteria across farm loans, crop insurance, and conservation efforts.

This Act prohibits direct U.S. assistance to the Federal Government of Somalia and encourages restrictions on remittances until safeguards against diversion to terrorism or corruption are confirmed. It mandates increased congressional oversight, suspends most U.S. foreign aid to the Somali government, and imposes visa restrictions and sanctions on corrupt officials. The bill also establishes a rewards program to help recover assets stolen from U.S. programs in Somalia.

This bill, the "Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act," establishes that certain drunk driving offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury are considered aggravated felonies for immigration purposes. It also makes any alien convicted of a drunk driving offense inadmissible to the United States. These changes take effect immediately upon enactment and apply to actions taken on or after that date.

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to cover settlements for workplace misconduct by Members of Congress or senior staff. It mandates that individuals found liable must pay settlements personally and requires the public disclosure of past and future misconduct claims. Furthermore, the Act requires prompt referral of any criminal allegations to the Department of Justice.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 417 West 7th Street in Columbia, Tennessee. The building will now be known as the Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building. This designation ensures all official references to the facility reflect the new name.

The Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 restricts eligibility for Social Security and Medicare benefits to U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents. Additionally, the bill expands FICA tax requirements to include wages for certain individuals previously exempt from such contributions. These measures aim to refine program eligibility while ensuring the continued sustainability of these social safety nets.

The CLEAR Act establishes enhanced penalties for individuals who forcibly assault, resist, or interfere with federal law enforcement officers from the Department of Homeland Security or the Department of Justice. Specifically, the bill imposes prison sentences of up to 20 years for those who use a vehicle to commit such assaults or who obstruct officers while they are inside a federal law enforcement vehicle.

This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.

The Clean Water for All Life Act establishes a federal criminal offense for providing chemical abortion drugs without a health care provider being physically present for an examination. The bill also mandates that providers supply patients with specific medical waste disposal kits to ensure the proper handling of biological materials. Violations of these requirements are punishable by fines and imprisonment.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.

The American Families First Assistance Act restricts eligibility for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits for most legal immigrants. While it establishes a general prohibition on these benefits for "qualified aliens," the bill provides specific exceptions for certain categories of immigrants as defined by existing federal law.

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the military death gratuity payment for survivors of deceased service members from $100,000 to $200,000. Additionally, the bill establishes an annual cost-of-living adjustment to ensure the benefit keeps pace with inflation starting in 2027.