Legislative Activity

The STORM FORTIFIED and Wildfire Prepared Act authorizes $100 million annually through 2036 for FEMA to provide capitalization grants to states for revolving loan funds. These funds will support homeowner grants for installing wind-resistant roofs and wildfire-mitigation improvements. The program aims to increase residential resilience by helping homeowners meet recognized safety standards, with loan forgiveness options available for lower-income applicants.

The Wildfire Response and Readiness Act is a comprehensive legislative package designed to modernize federal wildfire management, enhance community resilience, and improve support for the wildland firefighting workforce. The bill expands the use of prescribed fire, increases funding for forest restoration and post-fire recovery, and streamlines federal grant programs for home hardening and community protection. Additionally, it establishes new health, safety, and retirement benefits for federal firefighters while investing in advanced wildfire detection technology and public health protections against smoke.

The Protect American Values Act seeks to block the implementation and enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security’s "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility" rule. The bill asserts that this policy harms immigrant families and local economies by restricting access to essential food, housing, and medical care. Consequently, it prohibits the use of federal funds to carry out or administer the rule.

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes a nationwide statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (ART) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) while prohibiting states from imposing restrictive barriers. The bill further expands family-building support by mandating comprehensive fertility coverage across private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal employee health plans. Additionally, it guarantees expanded access to fertility services and preservation for military service members and veterans.

The Get Foreign Money Out of United States Elections Act strengthens existing laws to prevent foreign influence in American elections. It expands the ban on foreign contributions to include domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control and mandates strict certification requirements for corporate political action committees. These measures ensure that foreign entities cannot influence federal, state, or local elections through direct spending, ballot initiatives, or Super PACs.

The Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Enhancement Act of 2026 simplifies the process for survivors to receive death benefits following an officer's heart attack or stroke. It removes barriers by eliminating the use of pre-existing health conditions as a basis for claim denial and extends the qualifying window for duty-related events from 24 to 72 hours. These changes ensure that families receive support more efficiently by strengthening the presumption that such medical events are connected to an officer's service.

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 Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 mandates that all state Medicaid programs provide comprehensive dental and oral health coverage for adults beginning January 1, 2027. To support this transition, the bill provides three years of 100% federal funding for these core services and establishes new national quality and equity reporting standards. Additionally, the legislation requires federal outreach programs to improve access to care and mandates a comprehensive report on the state of adult oral health in the United States.

The Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act strengthens dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This legislation prohibits states from imposing annual or lifetime dollar limits on dental benefits and mandates that states provide dental-only supplemental coverage. These changes ensure that low-income children have consistent, comprehensive access to necessary dental care.

This bill, the Protecting Families from AI Data Center Energy Costs Act, directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to convene a technical conference on strategies to shield residential and small commercial utility customers from rising energy costs driven by large loads like AI data centers. Following the conference, FERC must submit a report to Congress detailing recommendations and best practices. The goal is to ensure utility costs remain manageable for everyday families and small businesses.

This resolution recognizes July 21, 2026, as Black Women’s Equal Pay Day to highlight the persistent and significant wage gap between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It calls attention to the systemic racial and gender-based barriers contributing to this disparity and reaffirms a commitment to achieving true pay equity.

The Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2026 establishes new criminal penalties for fraudulent immigration service providers and creates protections for victims of "notario" fraud. The bill mandates stricter oversight of immigration filings, authorizes civil lawsuits against fraudulent practitioners, and provides relief for immigrants misled by unauthorized legal assistance. Additionally, it funds public outreach programs and grants for nonprofit organizations to provide legitimate legal services to immigrant communities.

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.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in San Jose, California, as the "Corporal Patrick D. Tillman VA Clinic." This renaming honors the legacy of Pat Tillman, a San Jose native and former NFL player who left his professional career to serve as an Army Ranger and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

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.

This resolution demands that the President and the Secretary of Health and Human Services provide the House of Representatives with all internal documents, communications, and records regarding the recent freeze on federal funding for California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. It specifically seeks transparency on the decision-making process, legal justifications, and administrative actions taken by the Department of Health and Human Services concerning these state-based grant programs.

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential, high-risk work performed by these skilled professionals. It pays tribute to the lineworkers who provide critical service during emergencies and recognizes those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

The Vessel Identification Protection Act of 2026 establishes new federal crimes to combat the tampering, falsification, and trafficking of vessels with altered identification numbers. This legislation aims to prevent maritime fraud by imposing significant fines and prison sentences on those who knowingly obscure vessel identities or trade in illicitly modified watercraft.

The Quantum-Enhanced Critical Minerals Mapping Act of 2026 directs the U.S. Geological Survey to implement advanced quantum gravity gradiometry technology to improve the detection and characterization of domestic critical mineral and rare earth element deposits. By integrating this high-resolution data into the Earth MRI database, the program aims to boost private-sector exploration, reduce reliance on speculative drilling, and strengthen the domestic supply chain.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California, as the "Paul Ignatius Post Office." All official references to this location will henceforth bear this name.