Legislative Activity

The "Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025" mandates the Secretary of the Interior to regularly report to Congress on the state of global critical mineral and rare earth element resources, including identifying resources controlled by foreign entities of concern. It also requires establishing a process for U.S. individuals to notify the government when divesting stock in foreign critical mineral operations, and directs the development of a strategy to collaborate with allied countries on advanced mining and processing technologies. The goal is to ensure the U.S. and its allies have secure access to these critical resources.

The Carla Walker Act establishes two competitive grant programs, totaling \$10 million annually from FY 2027-2031, to improve forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) DNA analysis and database searching capabilities. These grants support accredited laboratories and law enforcement agencies in using advanced DNA sequencing for investigations and identifying human remains. The bill imposes strict operational rules, including CODIS pre-search requirements and informed consent provisions, while mandating detailed reporting on FGG usage. Finally, it requires the Department of Justice to report to Congress on FGG practices and future funding needs.

The Promoting Police Leadership Act directs the Attorney General to develop and certify standardized leadership training curricula for command-level law enforcement personnel. This training will focus on critical areas like strategic thinking, risk management, and building community trust through evidence-based methods. The bill also requires tracking trained officers and mandates reports to Congress on implementation and effectiveness, while explicitly preserving state and local authority over their own training standards.

The Farm Credit Adjustment Act grants the Farm Credit Administration the option to extend the required examination cycle for low-risk Farm Credit System institutions from 18 months up to 24 months. This change provides increased flexibility in supervisory oversight for financially sound institutions. This new option will become effective on October 1, 2026.

This bill, the "No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act," seeks to exclude specific overtime and supplemental compensation received by Border Patrol agents from federal taxation. It expands the definition of "qualified overtime compensation" under the Internal Revenue Code to cover various forms of extra pay beyond an agent's regular rate. This change would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It highlights the severe, lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences and the substantial economic burden of child maltreatment. The resolution advocates for increased public awareness, education, and evidence-based programs to prevent abuse and support survivors.

This bill seeks to amend immigration law by establishing new grounds for denying good moral character, asylum, and lawful permanent residence. It specifically targets aliens who advocate for Sharia law that conflicts with U.S. rights or participate in protests opposing the U.S. Constitution or form of government. Furthermore, the legislation creates pathways to rescind the permanent resident status of green card holders under similar circumstances.

The Stop Fueling Cartel Violence Act addresses the massive revenue generated by Mexico-based cartels through the theft and smuggling of petroleum products. This legislation recognizes that stolen fuel is a primary non-drug income source enabling these criminal organizations to fund their operations, including drug and terror activities impacting the U.S. It requires the Department of Defense to report on current and potential activities to disrupt this illicit hydrocarbon smuggling network.

This bill, the WATER for Farmers Act, establishes a formal process to determine when Mexico fails to meet its annual water delivery obligations under the 1944 Rio Grande Water Treaty. If a shortfall occurs, the bill mandates the imposition of trade duties on Mexican imports until the deficit is remedied. Finally, it creates a trust fund to compensate South Texas agricultural producers for economic losses resulting from these water delivery shortfalls.

The LNG Export Security Act amends the Natural Gas Act to redefine "public interest" for LNG export applications. This new definition mandates that national security, domestic economic interests, and the development of U.S. natural gas supply and facilities must be considered. This ensures that export decisions prioritize domestic needs and security.

The **BACK OFF Act** aims to prevent "birth tourism" by making it grounds for inadmissibility and deportation for non-permanent residents who travel to the U.S. solely to give birth and secure automatic citizenship for their children. The bill establishes severe criminal penalties for facilitating this practice and mandates new medical examinations and expedited removal processes for suspected offenders. It also creates a dedicated Department of Homeland Security task force to investigate and combat birth tourism schemes.

The I-47 Future Interstate Act of 2026 officially designates a significant portion of U.S. Route 287 as the new Interstate Route I-47. This designation covers the corridor stretching from Port Arthur, Texas, to Choteau, Montana. The bill also formally adds this route to the list of high-priority corridors under federal transportation law.

This bill aims to protect U.S. individuals and companies from foreign lawsuits seeking to penalize them for complying with U.S. sanctions and export control laws. It specifically bans the enforcement of foreign court rulings or arbitration awards in U.S. courts if those rulings stem from actions taken to follow U.S. sanctions. The legislation ensures that good-faith compliance with U.S. economic restrictions cannot be used as grounds for liability in American courts.

The CLEAR Path Act establishes a structured framework to resolve post-employment conflicts of interest for departing federal employees. It specifically creates a new federal crime with penalties for Senate-confirmed officials who knowingly advise or represent "countries of concern" in efforts to influence the U.S. government after leaving office. The bill also institutes a formal, Congress-approved process for the Secretary of State to amend the list of designated "countries of concern." These new restrictions are set to expire five years after the Act's enactment.

This bill aims to eliminate "sanctuary jurisdictions" by penalizing local governments that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. It provides legal protections for local officers who comply with DHS detainers and makes sanctuary jurisdictions ineligible for a wide range of federal grants. Furthermore, it allows states to sue jurisdictions that release immigrants who subsequently commit crimes in other states.

This bill, the "No Funding to Honor Crime Scenes Act," prohibits the use of federal funds to name any federal property after an individual convicted of a crime. Additionally, it mandates the immediate closure and subsequent sale of the César E. Chávez National Monument, with proceeds directed to DNA evidence analysis funding. All federal references to the monument must also be removed upon enactment.

The Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025 strengthens the ability of claimants to recover art looted by the Nazis by ensuring cases are decided on their legal merits rather than procedural technicalities. The bill prevents courts from dismissing claims based on the passage of time or other non-merits defenses and clarifies that these actions may proceed regardless of the victim's nationality. These updates aim to remove legal barriers and ensure that justice for victims of Nazi persecution is not frustrated by procedural delays.

The Child Predators Accountability Act strengthens federal laws against the sexual exploitation of minors by closing critical legal loopholes. It expands the definition of prohibited conduct to include the intentional depiction of minors in sexually explicit material, regardless of whether the child physically participated in the act. This legislation ensures that those who coerce or exploit children through digital depictions are held fully accountable under federal law.

Dalilah’s Law Act establishes strict federal regulations prohibiting noncitizens who are unlawfully present or paroled from using commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) in interstate commerce. The bill mandates employment eligibility verification for all CDL applicants, imposes severe criminal and civil penalties for violations, and introduces new immigration consequences and death penalty aggravating factors for accidents involving covered individuals. Additionally, it grants federal and state authorities enhanced enforcement powers to ensure compliance with these licensing requirements.

The "No Funding to Honor Crime Scenes Act" mandates the abolishment of the César E. Chávez National Monument in California. It prohibits the use of federal funds for the monument's continued operation and redirects all remaining unobligated resources toward the elimination of the national DNA analysis backlog.