Legislative Activity

The Millionaires Surtax Act imposes a 10% surcharge on high-income individuals starting in 2027. This surcharge applies to modified adjusted gross income exceeding $1 million for most filers, or $2 million for married couples filing jointly. The tax is calculated based on adjusted gross income, with specific adjustments for investment interest and nonresident aliens.

This resolution impeaches Secretary of Defense Peter B. Hegseth for high crimes and misdemeanors. The charges primarily involve the unauthorized initiation of military hostilities against Iran, endangering service members, and violating the laws of armed conflict. Furthermore, the articles accuse him of gross negligence with classified information, obstructing Congressional oversight, and abusing his office for political purposes, including undermining military readiness and personnel protections.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 417 West 7th Street in Columbia, Tennessee. The building will now be known as the Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building. This designation ensures all official references to the facility reflect the new name.

The Senior Hunger Prevention Act of 2026 aims to significantly reduce food insecurity among older adults and adults with disabilities. It achieves this by strengthening and streamlining the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through simplified applications, extended certification periods, and new delivery options. The bill also expands eligibility for other nutrition programs and establishes grant programs to improve local food access infrastructure.

This bill establishes the Commission on Presidential Capacity to Discharge the Powers and Duties of the Office, a body tasked with evaluating the physical or mental fitness of the President. The Commission, composed of medical experts and former high-ranking officials, can be directed by Congress to examine the President. Its findings regarding the President's ability to execute their duties are then reported to Congress and the Vice President.

The Fair Compensation for Truck Crash Victims Act increases the minimum insurance requirement for motor carriers transporting property from $750,000 to $5,000,000. This legislation aims to modernize financial responsibility standards to better account for medical-cost inflation and ensure adequate protection for the public. Additionally, the bill mandates that these minimums be adjusted every five years to keep pace with rising healthcare costs.

The OHH SNAP Act of 2026 aims to reduce food insecurity among college students by expanding eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill simplifies access for students with a $0 or less student aid index and those classified as independent, while also streamlining work requirement exemptions. These changes are designed to ensure that more students in higher education can access essential nutritional support.

The Power for the People Act of 2026 aims to hold large data centers accountable for their significant and growing impact on the electric grid and consumer energy bills. It mandates that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) establish a special interconnection queue prioritizing data centers that use clean energy, pay prevailing wages, and agree to load flexibility. Furthermore, the bill requires states to consider creating special electricity rate classes so that data centers pay the full cost of necessary local grid upgrades instead of passing those costs to other ratepayers.

This resolution formally introduces drafted Articles of Impeachment against Donald J. Trump into the congressional record to facilitate an official debate on constitutional governance. By bypassing procedural restrictions on the House floor, the measure aims to elevate specific legal arguments regarding executive accountability for public and legislative consideration.

This resolution acknowledges the historical and systemic injustices, bias, and lack of bodily autonomy that have long marginalized women in the U.S. healthcare system. It affirms the Federal Government’s commitment to dismantling these barriers by prioritizing patient-centered care, increasing research investment, and protecting reproductive rights. Ultimately, the bill seeks to ensure that all women receive dignified, equitable, and informed medical treatment.

The Maternal Vaccination Act establishes a dedicated awareness and equity campaign to increase vaccination rates among pregnant and postpartum individuals. By providing targeted funding and expanding immunization program grants, the bill ensures that healthcare providers are better equipped to support maternal health, with a specific focus on reaching underserved and minority communities.

This bill, the End Polluter Welfare for Enhanced Oil Recovery Act of 2026, eliminates key federal tax credits for using captured carbon dioxide in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects. Specifically, it repeals the Section 43 EOR credit and removes the Section 45Q credit for carbon oxide used as a tertiary injectant in EOR. These changes are effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for military action in or against Cuba through December 31, 2026. Exceptions are only permitted if Congress declares war, provides specific statutory authorization, or if the action aligns with the War Powers Resolution.

The Chip Security Act mandates the installation of security mechanisms on advanced integrated circuit products before they are exported from the United States. These requirements aim to verify chip location, prevent diversion, and protect U.S. technological leadership. The Secretary of Commerce must also study and implement additional security features to enhance export control enforcement and national security.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 819 West Washington Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. The building will henceforth be known as the "Jerry T. Hodges, Jr. Post Office Building."

This concurrent resolution recognizes the economic challenges and systemic barriers facing working women, including wage disparities, discrimination, and the erosion of workplace protections. It affirms Congress's duty to champion policies that ensure equal opportunity, fair pay, and safe working conditions for all women. Ultimately, the resolution calls for collaborative action to strengthen labor rights and promote economic security as essential components of national prosperity.

The Perinatal Workforce Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes by expanding and diversifying the perinatal health workforce. The bill establishes grant programs to support training for midwives, nurses, and other perinatal health workers, with a focus on recruiting individuals from underserved and minority communities. Additionally, it mandates national campaigns, federal coordination, and research to promote culturally congruent care and address systemic barriers to maternal health access.

The Kira Johnson Act aims to eliminate maternal health disparities by funding community-based organizations that provide evidence-based support to high-risk populations. The legislation also establishes grant programs to implement anti-bias training for maternity care providers and creates compliance programs to address racism and discrimination in clinical settings. Through these initiatives, the bill seeks to ensure respectful, culturally congruent care and improve health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

The Data to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes and eliminate disparities by enhancing data collection, research, and public awareness. The bill provides funding for Maternal Mortality Review Committees, supports community-based organizations addressing social determinants of health, and mandates training for providers on implicit bias and culturally congruent care. Additionally, it authorizes comprehensive studies and grant programs focused on high-risk populations, including racial and ethnic minority groups and American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The Extending WIC for New Moms Act increases the duration of WIC eligibility for postpartum mothers from six months to 24 months. It also extends the period for receiving enhanced breastfeeding food packages to 24 months. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive report to Congress evaluating the impact of these extensions on maternal and infant health outcomes.