Legislative Activity

This resolution formally condemns socialism in all its forms, asserting that its ideology is incompatible with American values and the U.S. Constitution. It reaffirms the necessity of secure, citizen-only elections and calls for the enactment of the SAVE America Act to prevent noncitizen voting and strengthen election integrity.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, celebrating her nearly 28 years of service in the U.S. House of Representatives. It recognizes her historic achievements as a trailblazer for women in public office, her dedicated advocacy for national defense, and her lasting contributions to the city of Fort Worth, Texas.

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 EU Overreach Act mandates that the United States Trade Representative (USTR) launch a formal Section 301 investigation into the extraterritorial impact of various European Union environmental and sustainability regulations on U.S. businesses. The bill seeks to address concerns that these EU mandates impose unfair, burdensome, and conflicting requirements on U.S. companies for operations occurring outside of Europe. If the investigation confirms these practices harm U.S. commerce, the USTR is authorized to take retaliatory trade actions to eliminate those burdens.

The Stop Insider Trading Act restricts Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing or selling individual stocks to prevent conflicts of interest. Additionally, the bill mandates that voters provide valid photo identification when voting in person or by mail in federal elections.

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 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 grants over seven years to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. These funds will support the National Law Enforcement Museum’s public education, community outreach, and officer safety and wellness programs. As a condition of the grant, the museum must provide free admission to law enforcement officers and their families, as well as dedicated free hours for the general public.

The Ratepayer Protection Act establishes a new federal standard requiring electric utilities to ensure large industrial customers (100 MW or more) fully cover the costs of necessary infrastructure upgrades. This mandates that large-load customers provide financial assurances before construction begins, protecting existing ratepayers from bearing the risk of future contract terminations. States must consider and adopt this standard within two years, unless they have already implemented similar requirements.

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 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 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 "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 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.