Legislative Activity

The Protection Against Mass Surveillance Act prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or using invasive automated surveillance technologies, including facial recognition and license plate tracking. It also restricts state and local governments from using federal funds for these systems. Additionally, the bill mandates the deletion of illegally obtained data and bars its use as evidence in legal proceedings.

The Concealed Crime Prevention Act mandates additional prison sentences for individuals who wear ski masks to conceal their identity while committing crimes in the District of Columbia. Under this legislation, offenders face at least six months of extra jail time for misdemeanors and two years for felonies, to be served consecutively with their primary sentence. Religious headwear is explicitly excluded from these provisions.

The Cyber Letters of Marque and Reprisal Act authorizes the President to commission private entities to conduct limited cyber operations against designated foreign threats. This legislation aims to deter cybercrime, disrupt illicit digital networks, and facilitate the recovery of stolen assets for American victims. By modernizing historic privateering tactics, the bill empowers the private sector to combat cyber threats while providing a legal liability shield for authorized actions.

The Stop Retail Food Store SNAP Trafficking Act of 2026 aims to reduce the illegal exchange of SNAP benefits by requiring more rigorous, data-driven estimates of trafficking activity. The bill also strengthens enforcement by significantly increasing civil money penalties for retailers and mandating stricter oversight and reporting on program integrity.

This act amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to revise eligibility requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It prohibits individuals from receiving SNAP benefits unless they are a lawfully admitted permanent resident who has resided in the U.S. for a minimum of 10 years following their admission.

This bill, the "Easy Access to Mail Act," restricts the U.S. Postal Service from switching existing single-family or townhouse neighborhoods to centralized mail delivery. For new developments, the USPS must secure approval from the relevant local or state government before implementing centralized delivery. Furthermore, the bill directs the Postal Regulatory Commission to prevent USPS policy changes that disproportionately harm vulnerable communities.

The Prioritizing Warfighters in Defense Contracting Act empowers the Secretary of Defense to impose financial restrictions on major defense contractors who fail to meet performance standards. If a contractor misses deadlines, exceeds budgets, or underperforms due to underinvestment, the Secretary can prohibit stock buybacks, shareholder dividends, and excessive executive compensation over \$5 million. This measure aims to ensure defense contractors prioritize timely and effective delivery of goods and services to service members.

The Local Beef Marketing Incentive Act of 2026 establishes a subsidy program to support local beef producers facing significant revenue drops from direct-to-market sales. If direct sales fall by 25% or more compared to historical averages, eligible farmers can apply for per-head payments based on the price difference during that subsidy year. This program aims to stabilize income for producers who sell directly to consumers, restaurants, or local retail outlets using local processors.

The Duplication Scoring Act of 2026 requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to assess new congressional bills for potential overlap with existing federal programs. These assessments will be published online and may be included in Congressional Budget Office (CBO) cost estimates to improve government efficiency and reduce redundancy.

The Detention Reform and Offender Penalties Act of 2026, or the DROP Act of 2026, updates federal procedures for carrying out death sentences. This bill allows federal law to prescribe the method of execution, authorizing either lethal injection or hanging. It mandates the U.S. Marshals Service to establish written execution protocols within 180 days of enactment.

The Deporting Illegal Poachers Act introduces new immigration consequences for non-citizens convicted of certain hunting, trapping, or fishing violations. This bill makes individuals inadmissible to the U.S. or deportable if they have committed offenses such as hunting without a valid license or engaging in illegal hunting or fishing. These consequences apply regardless of whether the violation is classified as a misdemeanor or felony.

The Survivor Tax Filing Simplification Act aims to ease the tax burden for surviving spouses and certain beneficiaries by extending favorable filing statuses and clarifying the treatment of unused deductions. It also mandates the creation of a dedicated online Survivor Tax Portal to guide survivors and executors through the filing process. Furthermore, the bill establishes a grant program to help states improve death recordkeeping and reporting to enhance the portal's efficiency.

The Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026 establishes enhanced penalties for crimes specifically targeting veterans. This legislation amends federal law to ensure harsher sentencing for individuals who commit offenses against veterans based on their service.

The PEARL Act, or Pharmacists Ethical Autonomy and Religious Liberties Act, establishes federal protections for pharmacists who refuse to dispense abortion-inducing drugs based on sincerely held religious or moral objections. This act ensures pharmacists cannot be required or punished for refusing to dispense medications like mifepristone and misoprostol if it conflicts with their beliefs. Pharmacists facing such requirements retain the right to file a civil lawsuit.

This bill mandates the termination of the Department of Defense’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within 60 days of enactment. It prohibits the establishment of any successor office with similar centralized authority and updates existing federal laws to reflect the dissolution of the office and its functions.

This act terminates the United States African Development Foundation 120 days after enactment. It mandates a wind-down period during which all assets and funds are transferred to the U.S. Treasury or the Department of State. The legislation also repeals the original act establishing the Foundation.

The Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act modernizes aviation regulations by allowing pilots to present their airman certificates in either physical or digital formats. The bill mandates that the FAA establish official rules and authentication requirements for these digital credentials by November 30, 2028.

The American Meat Freedom Act amends the Federal Meat Inspection Act to allow meat and poultry products inspected under qualifying state programs to be sold across state lines. By removing current interstate commerce barriers, this legislation aims to expand market access for small-scale ranchers, increase competition, and strengthen the domestic food supply chain while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

This bill requires the Secretary of State to provide Congress with at least 15 days' advance notice before obligating more than $37,500 for art, design, or cultural heritage projects at U.S. diplomatic facilities. The notification must detail the purpose, cost, and location of the purchase to ensure greater oversight of these expenditures.

The Trump Tariff Rebate Act temporarily increases the standard tax deduction for the 2026 and 2027 tax years. This increase is intended to provide a rebate to taxpayers based on the impact of tariffs. The specific increase varies depending on the filer's status, such as joint filers or heads of households.