Legislative Activity

The Permanent CBDC Ban Act seeks to codify a long-term prohibition on the issuance of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve. By amending the Federal Reserve Act, this legislation aims to permanently restrict the government from implementing a digital dollar.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). It honors the organization’s century-long commitment to environmental stewardship, professional development, and educational initiatives like the First Green program. Furthermore, it recognizes the GCSAA’s vital role in supporting the golf industry’s significant contributions to the U.S. economy and local communities.

The Stop Insider Trading Act restricts Members of Congress and their immediate families from purchasing individual stocks and requires public notice before selling existing holdings to prevent conflicts of interest. Additionally, the bill establishes a national photo identification requirement for voting in federal elections, including specific provisions for in-person and mail-in ballots.

The Citizenship Act of 2026 codifies the federal declaration of an invasion at the U.S. border to restrict birthright citizenship. Under this legislation, children born in the United States to individuals unlawfully present or engaged in birth tourism and commercial surrogacy schemes would no longer be considered subject to U.S. jurisdiction for citizenship purposes. Additionally, the bill prohibits judicial review of the government's determination that an invasion exists.

The National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act authorizes $6 million in annual federal grants over seven years to support the National Law Enforcement Museum. This funding will enhance public education, community outreach, and critical officer safety and wellness programs. By fostering greater understanding between law enforcement and the public, the bill aims to support the profession and improve safety for officers nationwide.

This bill, the Pharmacists Fight Back in Federal Employee Health Benefit Plans Act, establishes new rules for Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) administering prescription drug benefits for federal employees. It mandates specific reimbursement rates for pharmacies and prohibits PBMs from engaging in anti-competitive practices like steering patients to affiliated pharmacies. The legislation also institutes civil monetary penalties and potential debarment for PBMs that fail to comply with these new requirements.

The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 amends Title IX to explicitly define "sex," "female," and "male" based on an individual's biologically determined sex and reproductive system. This legislation clarifies the scope of sex-based protections under federal education law. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.

The American Franchise Act aims to protect the traditional franchise business model by clarifying the definition of a "joint employer." This legislation establishes that a franchisor is only considered a joint employer if it exercises "substantial direct and immediate control" over the essential terms of employment for a franchisee's workers. This change specifically targets liability risks associated with maintaining brand standards, ensuring franchisors are not automatically held responsible for local labor practices. The new standard applies prospectively to future legal proceedings.

The "Combating Illicit Xylazine Act" aims to combat the illegal use of xylazine by adding it to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, which would allow for increased regulation and tracking of the substance. The bill includes exemptions and delayed effective dates for certain requirements to ease the transition for legitimate users, such as veterinarians and animal handlers. It also directs the Sentencing Commission to review sentencing guidelines for xylazine-related offenses and mandates reports to Congress on the prevalence and impact of illicit xylazine use. Finally, it will include xylazine in Arcos tracking.

The Anti-Fraud Fund Act of 2026 increases the funding cap for the Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Account by $7 billion annually from 2027 through 2030. This legislation provides additional resources to combat health care fraud while implementing safeguards to ensure these temporary increases do not permanently inflate future funding baselines.

The AADAPT Act expands access to specialized dementia care by authorizing grants for public and nonprofit health centers to integrate these services into their programs. Additionally, the bill extends federal funding authorization through 2031 to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of these critical health outcomes.

The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to mandate the destruction of imported goods that pose a significant public health risk and have been refused admission into the U.S. This legislation removes the option for owners to export these hazardous items and requires them to cover all destruction costs. Owners are granted due process through formal notice and hearing procedures before any destruction order is finalized.

The FORMULA Act of 2026 strengthens infant safety by mandating strict federal limits on contaminants in infant formula, including heavy metals, PFAS, and microplastics. The bill requires manufacturers to conduct rigorous product testing, maintain detailed records, and report violations to ensure compliance with new health standards. These measures aim to protect infant development by ensuring the domestic formula supply chain meets the highest feasible safety benchmarks.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the "Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic." This renaming honors the late Colonel Michael H. Boyce for his distinguished military career and his dedicated service to the Cobb County veterans community.

The TRUTH in Coverage Act of 2026 mandates that group health plans and insurance issuers covering "sex-rejecting procedures" must also provide comprehensive coverage for restorative care to address the resulting physical and psychological harms. The bill establishes strict standards to ensure that such restorative services are not subject to more restrictive financial requirements or treatment limitations than other standard medical and surgical benefits.

This bill amends the Marine Mammal Protection Act to allow for the importation of polar bear trophies from sport hunts in Canada. It mandates the Secretary of the Interior to issue permits for trophies legally harvested before specific dates in 1997 or 2008. These provisions apply even if the polar bear was later listed as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

The Chloe Cole Act of 2026 establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals to sue healthcare professionals and institutions for damages related to gender-transition medical interventions performed on them as minors. The bill permits lawsuits regardless of when the intervention occurred and sets a statute of limitations extending 25 years past the individual's 18th birthday. Additionally, it mandates strict liability for such interventions performed after the Act's enactment.

The Patients First Act of 2026 is comprehensive legislation designed to stabilize Medicare physician payments, improve patient access to primary care, and transition the current quality reporting system to a more clinician-led framework. By modernizing reimbursement formulas, reducing financial volatility for providers, and increasing transparency in value-based care models, the bill aims to ensure a more sustainable and predictable healthcare environment. These reforms seek to lower out-of-pocket costs for patients while supporting the long-term viability of medical practices.

The Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act prohibits payment card networks and processors from assigning specific merchant category codes to firearms retailers. This legislation aims to protect consumer privacy by preventing the tracking of firearm and ammunition purchases through specialized financial classification. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcing these provisions and reporting annually on compliance.