Legislative Activity

The Constructing the Path to Suicide Prevention Act directs the CDC to conduct a comprehensive study on the suicide risk factors specifically faced by construction workers. This legislation aims to identify key employment, organizational, and individual contributors to these tragedies. Ultimately, the findings will be used to provide Congress with evidence-based policy recommendations to improve mental health support and suicide prevention within the construction industry.

The Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act strengthens efforts to combat fraud by significantly increasing funding for federal oversight agencies and expanding investigative authorities. The bill also enhances data-sharing capabilities across Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP programs while improving reporting transparency. Additionally, it mandates a comprehensive GAO study to evaluate the effectiveness and performance of these anti-fraud initiatives.

The Space Superiority Readiness Act of 2026 directs the Department of Defense to enhance the Space Force’s operational readiness for potential conflicts in space. The bill mandates expanded wargaming and specialized training for space operators while requiring a formal report on the military implications of Chinese commercial space capabilities.

The Empowering States to Serve Veterans Act directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to share veteran contact information with state agencies to improve outreach and support services. The bill includes strict privacy protections, prohibiting the sharing of sensitive personal or medical data and requiring states to maintain rigorous cybersecurity standards. Veterans are provided with clear notice and the right to opt out of this information sharing at any time.

The Abuse of the Pardon Prevention Act of 2026 establishes stricter oversight and transparency requirements for presidential pardons involving political associates or investigations into the President. The bill mandates comprehensive documentation disclosures to Congress and the DOJ Inspector General, explicitly prohibits presidential self-pardons, and expands federal bribery laws to include the exchange of pardons for value. Additionally, it requires pardon recipients to publicly disclose any financial gifts provided to the President.

The **DRIVE Across America Act of 2026** establishes the "Cleaner TRAILS" initiative to expand zero-emission vehicle infrastructure and fleet adoption across National Forest and National Park System lands. The bill provides $200 million in annual funding to support sustainable transportation, including charging stations, electric shuttles, and workforce development for federal land agencies. Additionally, it mandates that the Department of Transportation prioritize traveler-focused electrification at airports and popular tourist destinations while permanently extending HOV lane access for clean vehicles.

The Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026 aims to strengthen U.S. energy independence by expanding domestic battery manufacturing and critical mineral processing. The bill establishes a new Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to oversee supply chain resilience and authorizes significant funding for research into advanced vehicle technologies, cybersecurity, and energy-efficient mobility systems. By supporting workforce development and public-private partnerships, this legislation seeks to accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation while fostering long-term economic growth.

The **Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act** accelerates the transition to sustainable transportation by extending critical clean vehicle tax credits through 2031 and expanding incentives for home charging equipment. The bill authorizes significant funding for national electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, including grants for public and private charging projects, and establishes a dedicated commission to oversee EV safety, workforce training, and consumer education. Additionally, it streamlines federal coordination and promotes infrastructure development to ensure widespread, reliable access to clean transportation for all communities.

The Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act of 2026 mandates that the TSA designate a specialized point of contact at every airport to assist human trafficking survivors with air travel. These representatives will coordinate with nonprofit service providers to navigate security screenings, facilitate identity verification, and ensure survivors are safely escorted through the travel process. The bill also requires the TSA to provide trauma-informed training for these staff members and waive identity verification fees for survivors.

The Fairness for Immigrant Families Act of 2026 aims to keep families together by reducing deportations, eliminating restrictive reentry bans, and expanding pathways to legal status for long-term residents. The bill also establishes robust protections against immigration fraud, mandates greater transparency in agency processing, and fosters community trust by shielding crime victims and witnesses from enforcement actions. Together, these measures prioritize family unity and legal accountability while strengthening protections for vulnerable immigrant populations.

The Strengthening EFIN Confirmation for User Reliability and Electronic (SECURE) Tax Filing Act mandates that the IRS implement a real-time validation program for Electronic Filing Identification Numbers (EFINs). This legislation requires tax preparation software to verify an EFIN’s status before any electronic filing can occur, ensuring that only authorized and active users can submit tax documents. By establishing these security checks, the bill aims to prevent fraud and enhance the overall integrity of the electronic tax filing system.

The Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2026 establishes a new federal criminal offense for schemes intended to defraud veterans or their families of earned benefits. This legislation aims to protect those who have served by imposing significant fines and potential prison sentences of up to five years for violators.

This resolution expresses support for designating **July 10, 2026, as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day**. It honors the critical and often dangerous work these individuals perform to maintain the nation's electric grid, especially during emergencies. The day also commemorates the anniversary of the first IBEW president's line-of-duty death while restoring power.

This Act modernizes the process for federally insured credit unions to switch to private deposit insurance. It removes the requirement for a minimum 20% membership turnout for the conversion vote to pass. Additionally, it standardizes the advance notice period for such a vote to a minimum of 90 days.

The Tribal Warrant Fairness Act aims to enhance cooperation between the U.S. Marshals Service and federally recognized Indian Tribes. This legislation explicitly broadens the Marshals Service's duties to include Tribal fugitive matters and ensures Tribes are integrated into federal threat protection coordination efforts. Ultimately, the bill recognizes and supports Tribal law enforcement within federal frameworks.

The Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act mandates that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) submit annual reports to Congress detailing the status of specific, long-pending hydropower license applications. These reports will cover new, subsequent, and original license applications where intent to file was declared at least three years prior. The goal is to increase oversight and provide clarity on the timeline and progress of these complex licensing processes.

This act reauthorizes and extends the competitive grant program for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects. It increases the program's authorization period from five years to ten years.

The Freedom to Travel for Health Care Act of 2026 affirms the fundamental right of individuals to travel across state lines to receive reproductive health care that is legal in the destination state. This bill prohibits any government or person from restricting, sanctioning, or discriminating against individuals who travel for such care or those who assist them. It preempts conflicting state laws and establishes robust federal enforcement mechanisms, including civil actions for individuals and the Attorney General, while removing common immunity defenses for violators.

This act, the Small Business Wildfire Smoke Recovery Act, amends the Small Business Act to officially recognize smoke from wildfires as a qualifying disaster. This change will allow small businesses affected by wildfire smoke to access necessary federal disaster assistance programs.

The Microbusiness Support Act establishes a new direct loan program administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) specifically for qualifying microbusinesses. This program will offer loans up to \$100,000 with a fixed annual interest rate of 6%. The SBA is tasked with quickly developing rules to implement the loan terms and operational details for this new support mechanism.