Legislative Activity

The Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act of 2026 establishes new reporting requirements for tax-exempt organizations engaged in fiscal sponsorship arrangements to ensure greater oversight and accountability. The bill also introduces tax penalties for "improper conduit arrangements" where organizations fail to maintain necessary discretion and control over charitable funds. These measures aim to prevent the misuse of tax-exempt status by imposing stricter standards on how sponsorship funds are managed and reported.

The Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act amends the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to expand eligibility for subminimum wage employment to individuals aged 18 and older who choose to accept such positions. The bill also streamlines administrative requirements for employers by adjusting referral age thresholds and establishing new protocols for documenting state service availability. These changes aim to clarify the conditions under which subminimum wage employment may be offered while ensuring employers have access to necessary eligibility documentation.

The Countering CCP Act mandates a federal cybersecurity review of networked medical devices manufactured by entities headquartered in or controlled by the People's Republic of China. The FDA, in consultation with CISA, is authorized to recall any devices found to pose significant cybersecurity risks or those for which manufacturers fail to provide necessary security documentation. This legislation aims to protect patient data and ensure the integrity of medical technology within the U.S. healthcare system.

This bill aims to accelerate energy infrastructure development by establishing strict federal permitting timelines and limiting government delays for approved projects. It also modernizes hardrock mining regulations to allow for more flexible waste disposal sites while funding abandoned mine cleanup. Finally, the legislation streamlines the process for developing geothermal energy on federal lands through reduced red tape and updated royalty structures.

This bill proposes a minor, short-term extension of specific surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). It moves the expiration date for these authorities from June 12, 2026, to June 19, 2026.

This bill extends certain surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Specifically, it pushes back the repeal date for these authorities from June 12, 2026, to July 2, 2026.

The Biosecurity Smuggling Deterrence Act of 2026 establishes mandatory minimum prison sentences for federal crimes involving the smuggling or related false statements concerning biological agents or toxins. This legislation specifically targets offenses such as conspiracy, making false statements, and the act of smuggling biological materials into the U.S. The goal is to significantly deter the illegal importation of dangerous biological agents through strict sentencing guidelines.

The Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 authorizes funding for U.S. intelligence activities and establishes significant reforms across the intelligence community. Key provisions restructure the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, extend CIA drone authority, and mandate new frameworks for the use of Artificial Intelligence. The bill also tightens rules on identifying U.S. persons in intelligence reports and strengthens counterintelligence efforts against foreign threats.

The No Safe Haven for Terrorist Families Act denies entry and mandates the removal of certain close relatives of designated terrorists, senior officials from state sponsors of terrorism, and sanctioned foreign adversaries. This legislation adds a new ground of inadmissibility and deportability to immigration law, applying retroactively to those already in the U.S. It also requires mandatory visa revocation and prioritizes removal proceedings for these individuals without eligibility for most forms of discretionary relief.

This Act strengthens federal espionage laws to deter foreign surveillance of critical U.S. military capabilities. It establishes stricter penalties and a legal presumption of intent to harm for foreign nationals from designated countries who photograph or record high-value military assets or installations. The legislation also mandates the public identification of these strategic locations and modernizes prohibited activities to include AI-enhanced visual depictions.

This bill proposes a short-term extension of specific surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). It moves the expiration date for these authorities from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026.

The Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense Act grants owners and operators of designated critical infrastructure facilities the authority to detect, track, and stop drone threats after completing mandatory training and certification. The bill also establishes a grant program to help these entities purchase approved anti-drone technology. This new authority provides liability protection for authorized actions taken to defend critical infrastructure against aerial threats.

This bill proposes a three-year extension of the surveillance authority granted under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). It amends the current expiration date to April 20, 2029.

This bill establishes new restrictions and rigorous regulatory review for pharmaceutical products originating from or affiliated with the Chinese government, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or the People's Liberation Army (PLA). It prohibits the approval of new drug applications and mandates the refusal and destruction of imported drugs linked to these affiliated entities. The legislation provides a limited compliance pathway for entities to divest or demonstrate non-affiliation to avoid these restrictions.

This bill, the Eliminating Nefarious Distribution of Smuggled Chinese Vapes Act of 2026, establishes significant new civil penalties for illegally bringing unauthorized electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) into the U.S. Penalties are tiered based on the violator's intent—ranging from negligence to fraud—and can be drastically increased for repeat offenses or evasion schemes. The legislation aims to deter the smuggling of unapproved vapes by imposing severe financial consequences per unit.

The JOAN Act streamlines the federal review and permitting process for natural gas infrastructure projects by designating FERC as the lead agency for environmental reviews and establishing strict timelines for all agencies. It centralizes legal challenges against project authorizations into a single, accelerated lawsuit in federal appellate court, limiting judicial review scope and imposing strict deadlines. The bill aims to expedite project development while requiring coordination among federal and state agencies regarding water quality and project data.

The American Security Robotics Act of 2026 prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or operating unmanned ground vehicle systems manufactured by entities linked to specific foreign nations. This legislation aims to strengthen national security by restricting the use of foreign-made robotics in federal operations and federally funded projects. Limited exemptions are provided for critical national security, research, and investigative purposes.

The Know Your American Customer Act requires banks and credit unions to verify the lawful presence of customers before opening or maintaining financial accounts. The bill mandates that individuals with temporary legal status provide updated documentation to maintain account access, with provisions for account restrictions or closure for non-compliance. Additionally, the legislation establishes criminal penalties for non-citizens who open or maintain accounts while not lawfully present in the United States.

The Educational Visa Transparency Act of 2026 mandates that federally funded colleges and universities electronically report all non-citizen students, faculty, and administrators to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). This legislation requires institutions to categorize these individuals by visa type and submit updated reports following each academic registration period. The collected data will be accessible to the Departments of Education, Justice, Homeland Security, and State to support their official oversight duties.

This bill proposes a two-year suspension of the clean electricity production tax credit from October 2025 through September 2027. The federal revenue generated by this suspension will be redirected to fund the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.