Legislative Activity

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 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.

The HCBS Anti-Fraud Reporting Act of 2026 mandates that states annually report to the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding any waste, fraud, or abuse identified within their Medicaid home and community-based services programs. This legislation requires states to detail both the detection of such issues and the preventative measures they are implementing.

The Medal of Sacrifice Act establishes a new national medal to honor law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty. This legislation creates a Commission to advise on the medal's design, presentation, and final eligibility decisions, particularly when there are findings of wrongdoing. The medal itself will feature specific symbolic elements and will be awarded to eligible fallen heroes.

This resolution calls upon all Americans to honor the service members who died defending freedom and peace, particularly on Memorial Day 2026. It recognizes the ultimate sacrifice of over one million Americans in pursuit of these ideals. The bill emphasizes the importance of continuing to express gratitude and commemorate these patriots.

The Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act prohibits the VA from reporting veterans to the NICS background check system solely because a fiduciary was appointed to manage their benefits. This legislation ensures that a VA finding of mental incompetence or the appointment of a fiduciary alone is not used to treat a veteran as a "mental defective" for gun control purposes. Furthermore, the VA must notify the Attorney General about past transmissions of this information that lacked a proper legal basis.

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.

This resolution expresses strong support for continuing efforts to combat fraud, waste, and abuse within Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health care programs. It highlights the significant financial impact of improper payments and recognizes past enforcement actions aimed at protecting taxpayer dollars. The bill advocates for strengthened oversight, enhanced data-driven prevention methods, and coordinated enforcement to ensure the long-term sustainability of these vital safety net programs.

The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act expands Medicare Part B coverage to include services provided by pharmacists starting January 1, 2026. This coverage is specifically for testing or treatment related to COVID-19, the flu, RSV, strep throat, or during a declared public health emergency. The bill outlines payment structures, generally covering 80% of the cost, and prohibits pharmacists from balance billing Medicare patients for these covered services.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 324 Washington Avenue, Suite 1 in Grand Haven, Michigan. The facility will now be known as the "Ell Thomas Simantz Post Office Building." This designation updates all official records and references to reflect the new name.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

The Veterans’ Transition to Trucking Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to approve multi-State commercial truck driving apprenticeship programs for VA educational benefits. This streamlines the process, allowing veterans to access training across state lines without requiring a single state to serve as the sole approving agency. The goal is to expand educational opportunities for veterans entering the trucking industry.

The Campaign Finance Transparency Act aims to increase accountability in federal elections by enhancing security and disclosure for online contributions. It mandates new verification requirements, such as CVV and ZIP codes, for credit and debit card donations, and prohibits contributions made with gift cards. Furthermore, the bill eliminates the $200 reporting threshold for all campaign contributions and strengthens prohibitions against making donations in another person's name.

This act significantly expands the existing ban on foreign money used in U.S. elections, covering activities like voter registration and get-out-the-vote efforts, and introduces new certification and enforcement rules. It also restricts federal government entities from collecting or publicly releasing donor information for most tax-exempt organizations. The legislation aims to strengthen election integrity by tightening campaign finance rules against foreign influence while protecting domestic donor privacy.

This resolution officially designates May 15, 2026, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week of May 10-16, 2026, as National Police Week. It honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, specifically recognizing 363 officers lost in 2025. The bill expresses unwavering support for law enforcement and acknowledges the need for proper resources to ensure officer safety.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

The Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 prohibits the sale or importation of connected vehicles, hardware, or software originating from or controlled by designated "covered countries" (North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran). This measure aims to safeguard U.S. economic and national security against risks like espionage and cyber intrusion posed by foreign adversaries exploiting vehicle connectivity technology. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with issuing regulations to enforce these bans, which begin phasing in starting in 2027, though waivers may be granted under specific national security conditions.

The VA Home Loan Affordability Act aligns the VA housing loan program with certain Federal Housing Administration (FHA) requirements to make homeownership more accessible for veterans. This legislation streamlines processes by waiving appraisals for certain refinances and removing development approval requirements for condominiums. It also establishes new limits on veteran-paid closing costs and seller fees, while requiring regular review of debt-to-income ratios.

This bill recognizes and honors the International Hearing Society on its 75th anniversary in 2026. It celebrates the organization's history, its dedication to connecting hearing professionals, and its vital role in advancing hearing health care. The legislation also commends the Society for its advocacy work to improve patient care and expand access to quality services nationwide.

The Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2025 affirms the critical importance of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to U.S. national security amidst Russian aggression. This bill mandates that the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense deliver a comprehensive report to Congress detailing emerging military, cyber, and political threats to the Baltic states. The report must also recommend specific actions to enhance U.S. and NATO defense cooperation and bolster Baltic resilience.