Legislative Activity

This resolution supports designating 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer." It recognizes the vital and critical role women play in agriculture both in the United States and globally. The designation aims to honor their contributions to food systems and encourage future participation in the agricultural workforce.

This resolution officially designates January 23, 2026, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day." It aims to raise public awareness about the critical issues of maternal mortality, morbidity, and significant health disparities in the United States. The day encourages federal, state, and local entities to take action to improve maternal safety and eliminate inequities in care.

This resolution officially designates the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It expresses support for the week, recognizing the importance of diverse K-12 education options for empowering parents. The bill encourages all Americans to learn more about the educational choices available to families.

This resolution recognizes the significant achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter to U.S. national defense over the last 50 years. It honors the dedicated service and sacrifice of the Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who operate and sustain this vital aircraft. The resolution celebrates the Apache's enduring role in providing unmatched close air support and precision strike capabilities for the United States and its allies.

This resolution honors the life, achievements, and legacy of former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. It recognizes his distinguished service in the Air Force, his Olympic athletic career, and his historic tenure in the U.S. Congress. The resolution specifically highlights his landmark legislative accomplishments, including establishing the National Museum of the American Indian. The Senate expresses its sorrow and will recess as a mark of respect for his memory.

This resolution commends the successful execution of Operation Absolute Resolve, which resulted in the capture and transport of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores to the U.S. to face federal charges. It praises the operation for its precision, lack of American casualties, and its role in promoting liberty and democratic transition in Venezuela. The bill further recognizes the action's positive impact on regional stability in Latin America.

This Senate resolution strongly condemns the recent rise in ideologically motivated attacks targeting Jewish individuals and institutions across the United States, including specific violent incidents in Colorado and Washington, D.C. It reaffirms the Senate's commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence. The resolution calls for thorough investigation of these acts and urges leaders to speak out against all forms of religious and political intimidation.

This resolution commemorates the victims and heroes of the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola. It officially designates December 6, 2025, as a day of remembrance for those killed and injured in the line of duty. The resolution honors the three fallen servicemembers and recognizes the heroic actions of first responders and military personnel. Finally, it condemns the attack and commends subsequent security enhancements at military installations.

This resolution expresses the urgent need for the United States to reaffirm its global leadership role in protecting religious freedom. It highlights rising religious intolerance worldwide and calls on the Secretary of State to use all available tools to discourage foreign governments engaged in violations. The resolution commits the U.S. to supporting those seeking freedom from authoritarian repression.

The Essential Caregivers Act of 2025 establishes a resident's right to designate at least one "essential caregiver" who must be granted in-person access to the resident in healthcare facilities, even during periods of restricted visitation. This right is designed to prevent the isolation and decline seen during the COVID-19 pandemic by ensuring family support remains available. Facilities can only deny access under strict, time-limited conditions if the caregiver violates agreed-upon safety protocols.

This bill, the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025, amends existing law to strengthen the ability of victims and heirs to file claims for art looted by the Nazis. It explicitly blocks procedural defenses, such as statutes of limitations, to ensure these claims are decided on their actual merits. The legislation clarifies that it applies to all victims of Nazi persecution, regardless of nationality, and overrides certain judicial doctrines that have previously prevented recovery.

The Presidential Fitness Test Act of 2025 establishes the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition to advise the President on national fitness goals. This Council is tasked with reestablishing the Presidential Fitness Test as the primary means for earning a Presidential Fitness Award. It will also develop strategies to expand sports participation and address national security threats posed by declining youth fitness. The Council will operate for two years unless extended by the President.

The ACA Marketplace Integrity Act aims to enhance the integrity and affordability of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces. This legislation limits the amount of premium tax credits available to enrollees and introduces new documentation requirements, such as government-issued photo ID, for enrolling in Qualified Health Plans. Additionally, it formally enacts a specific rule regarding marketplace integrity and affordability.

The Back the Blue Act of 2025 establishes new federal crimes and harsher penalties for killing or assaulting law enforcement officers and other public safety officials. The bill also creates specific aggravating factors for the federal death penalty in such cases and places new restrictions on federal habeas corpus relief for related state convictions. Finally, it expands federal protections allowing active and retired law enforcement officers to carry firearms in various federal locations.

The ADOPT Act of 2025 aims to protect families involved in private domestic interstate adoptions by preventing exploitation by unlicensed intermediaries. It establishes new federal crimes for unlawful adoption practices, such as brokering adoptions for compensation or making unauthorized payments to birth parents. The goal is to ensure access to licensed providers and stop the commodification of children in adoption.

The Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025 mandates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to create and maintain a public, user-friendly list of medications approved for pilots and air traffic controllers. This list will clearly inform current and prospective aviation personnel about medications they can safely use while holding or applying for a medical certificate. The FAA must consult with medical and stakeholder groups to develop and annually update this comprehensive resource, including both approved and prohibited drugs.

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 directs the FAA to establish a committee to review and recommend updates to policies regarding the medical certification of pilots and air traffic controllers with mental health conditions. The bill mandates regulatory updates to encourage aviation personnel to seek mental health care without fear of penalty. Furthermore, it allocates funding to enhance the FAA's capacity to process reviews and launches a public campaign to reduce mental health stigma within the industry.

This Act, the Conscience Protections for Medical Residents Act, amends Medicare rules to prohibit residency programs from requiring participation in abortion training. Programs that mandate abortion training or discriminate against residents who opt out or refuse to participate will no longer qualify as "approved" under Medicare. This ensures medical residents are not forced to perform, assist, or refer for abortions as a condition of their training.

This resolution officially designates November 22, 2025, as National Adoption Day and November 2025 as National Adoption Month. The measure aims to raise national awareness about the children awaiting adoption and celebrate those involved in adoption. It encourages all Americans to promote safety, permanency, and well-being for children across the nation.

The Flight Risk Reduction Act amends federal law to establish a new presumption against pretrial release for non-citizens who are not lawful permanent residents. This change mandates a detention hearing for these individuals and requires courts to presume detention is necessary. Crucially, defendants cannot use ties to family or employment in the U.S. to overcome this presumption.