Legislative Activity

The Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act establishes the Eastern Mediterranean as a critical strategic hub within the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The legislation directs the U.S. to prioritize energy security, defense cooperation, and regional integration through enhanced multilateral strategic dialogues. By fostering deeper ties with key partners like Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and Egypt, the Act aims to strengthen connectivity and stability across three continents.

The America the Beautiful Act reauthorizes and modifies the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund through fiscal year 2033, increasing its authorized funding to \$2.0 billion. This legislation broadens eligible lands for maintenance projects and prioritizes those receiving significant private donations. It also enhances transparency by requiring multi-year project lists and actively encouraging public contributions to address deferred maintenance across federal lands.

The Saving Lives and Taxpayer Dollars Act mandates that U.S.-funded foreign aid—including food, medicine, and vaccines—must be delivered or donated to intended beneficiaries before it spoils or expires. The bill requires federal agencies to expedite funding to prevent waste and establishes strict annual reporting requirements for any commodities that fail to reach their destination. This legislation ensures that vital resources are utilized effectively to save lives while protecting taxpayer investments.

The Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 establishes a comprehensive U.S. strategy to support the Iranian people by expanding access to uncensored information and countering regime-imposed internet blackouts. The bill mandates the development of new communication technologies, increases funding for digital freedom programs, and requires the identification and sanctioning of individuals complicit in human rights abuses. Additionally, it strengthens support for independent media and provides cybersecurity training to Iranian journalists and civil society activists.

This bill authorizes Congress to award a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment collectively. This recognition honors the regiment's crucial and heroic service during the Revolutionary War, notably as one of the first integrated military units in American history. The original medal will be displayed at the Rhode Island State Library, and bronze duplicates may be sold to cover production costs.

This bill authorizes Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the volunteers and communities that supported the North Platte Canteen during World War II. The Canteen was a massive, entirely volunteer-run operation that fed approximately six million service members traveling across the country. The original gold medal will be permanently displayed at the Lincoln County Historical Museum in North Platte, Nebraska. The bill also allows the U.S. Mint to produce and sell bronze duplicates of the medal.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The designation aims to increase public understanding, reduce the stigma associated with post-traumatic stress (PTS), and encourage timely treatment for affected veterans and service members. It recognizes the high risk of PTS among those who have served in recent conflicts and supports efforts to ensure those with this treatable injury receive proper care.

The Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive federal review to improve lung cancer prevention, screening, and treatment specifically for women. This review will identify knowledge gaps in research, particularly concerning environmental and genomic factors, and assess strategies to increase screening rates. The Secretary of Health and Human Services must report findings and recommendations for program improvements to Congress within two years.

This bill, the Maternal Health for Veterans Act, establishes a comprehensive maternity care coordination program within the VA. The program will provide coordinated care for eligible veterans from the start of pregnancy through 12 months postpartum. It also mandates training for community providers and requires detailed annual reports to Congress on maternal health outcomes, including mortality and severe morbidity data.

This resolution honors the life and extensive public service of the late Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for Michigan. It recognizes his decades in Congress, highlighting key legislative achievements such as co-sponsoring the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and leading significant banking reforms. The Senate expresses its profound sorrow and adjourns in his memory.

The IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act aims to strengthen protections and increase fairness for individuals reporting tax fraud. It grants the Tax Court the authority to conduct a fresh, independent review of denied whistleblower awards and mandates that awards are protected from federal budget sequestration cuts. Furthermore, the bill enhances whistleblower privacy by allowing anonymity in Tax Court proceedings and requires the IRS to pay interest on awards delayed beyond a specified timeframe.

This resolution officially designates May 2026 as "Older Americans Month." It recognizes the significant growth, contributions, and ongoing value of older Americans to the nation. The designation encourages public recognition of their achievements and opportunities for them to share their wisdom with younger generations.

This resolution reaffirms strong, bipartisan Congressional support for the foundational **Taiwan Relations Act** and the longstanding U.S. policy framework regarding Taiwan. It emphasizes that the future of Taiwan must be determined peacefully, consistent with the Act, the Three Joint Communiqués, and the Six Assurances. The bill supports maintaining robust ties and ensuring Taiwan's ability to defend itself against coercion.

The Gateway to Careers Act of 2026 establishes a new federal grant program to fund career pathway partnerships across the country. These competitive grants, administered by the Department of Labor, will support collaborations between workforce agencies, educators, and employers to develop and implement programs in high-demand sectors. Funds must support both program development, such as integrated education and training, and essential student support services like childcare and transportation. The goal is to improve employment outcomes and measurable skill gains for participants by addressing barriers to education and work.

This bill aims to strengthen the defense industrial base by aligning Job Corps training programs with critical industry needs, such as shipbuilding. It expands incentives for employers to hire Job Corps graduates and provides pathways for individuals ineligible for military enlistment to gain relevant skills. Furthermore, the Act grants Job Corps centers greater operational flexibility and access to external funding.

The SCREEN for Type 1 Diabetes Act of 2026 mandates the creation of a national public awareness campaign to improve the detection, screening, and management of Type 1 diabetes. Led by the CDC, this effort will develop culturally appropriate educational materials and outreach targeting both the public and healthcare providers. The bill also authorizes grants to states and community groups to boost local screening efforts, particularly in high-incidence areas.

The Blocking CCP Spy Tech Act of 2026 mandates a national security review of communications equipment and services from specific Chinese technology companies to assess potential risks to U.S. national security. Based on this evaluation, the FCC will either add the identified technology to the official list of equipment posing security risks or clear it. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Defense to determine if any of these entities should be identified as Chinese military companies operating in the U.S.

The Nursing is a Professional Degree Act formally defines "professional degree" within federal law to explicitly include nursing degrees. This change ensures nursing education meets the statutory standard for professional degrees, recognizing the advanced academic and skill requirements necessary to practice.

The Section 232 Public Transparency Act mandates the timely public release of non-classified and non-proprietary information from reports concerning import investigations that may threaten national security. This ensures greater transparency by requiring the Secretary to publish relevant report sections by a set deadline, either 270 days after the investigation starts or upon submission to the President.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of the late former United States Senator John Seymour of California. It recognizes his extensive public service, highlighting his career in business, local government, and his tenure in the U.S. Senate. The Senate expresses its deep sorrow and directs that official copies of this resolution be delivered to his family.