Legislative Activity

This resolution formally requests the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a detailed report on human rights practices in Honduras. The report must specifically address alleged abuses by the former government linked to drug trafficking and corruption. It also requires an assessment of U.S. security assistance and steps taken by the U.S. government to address these violations.

This joint resolution seeks to exercise congressional disapproval of an IRS rule regarding "beginning of construction" requirements for wind and solar energy tax credits. If enacted, the resolution would nullify the rule, rendering it without force or effect.

This bill establishes the **USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act** to support the recovery and growth of the North American travel and tourism industry following the COVID-19 pandemic. It authorizes funding to promote regional travel and directs the U.S. Trade Representative to advocate for a **Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group** under the USMCA. This new group, composed of U.S., Canadian, and Mexican officials, will collaborate to enhance regional competitiveness and increase tourism exports.

The Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 aims to bolster wildfire management through enhanced preparation, detection, suppression, and post-fire recovery efforts. It focuses on improving financial transparency, integrating local resources, deploying advanced technology, and supporting long-term ecosystem rehabilitation. The act also seeks to address challenges such as drone incursions and invasive species management. By implementing these measures, the act strives to protect communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from the devastating impacts of wildfires.

The Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2026 renames the head of the Indian Health Service from "Director" to "Assistant Secretary for Indian Health." This change elevates the position, requiring the Assistant Secretary to report directly to the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The Act also makes conforming updates across federal law to reflect this new title and structure.

The Lowering Home Energy Costs Act extends key tax credits for energy-efficient homes and residential clean energy installations through 2032. This legislation also restores the energy efficient home improvement credit, reversing a recent repeal. The overall goal is to incentivize energy-saving upgrades for homeowners.

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 Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026 amends existing law to formally include the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California in Lake Tahoe Basin land acquisition and management programs. This bill allows federal land acquisition funds to be used for crucial land management activities, such as forest health and cultural site preservation. Furthermore, it authorizes the transfer of culturally significant land to the Washoe Tribe and requires collaborative annual spending plans for basin improvements.

The Protect Postal Performance Act establishes new restrictions and public hearing requirements before the U.S. Postal Service can close or consolidate a post office. It also places limitations on closing processing and distribution centers, particularly in non-contiguous regions, and requires Postal Regulatory Commission review for facility changes. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the Postal Service from reducing mail pickup or drop-off frequency nationwide as part of transportation optimization efforts.

This bill, the PUBLIC SAFETY Act, redirects federal enforcement appropriations to significantly boost funding for local law enforcement through the COPS Hiring Program and the Byrne JAG Program. It provides substantial new resources to help local governments hire more police officers and support justice initiatives. Furthermore, it waives matching fund requirements for smaller jurisdictions seeking COPS grants.

The Expanding Access to Lending Options Act modifies federal law to allow credit unions greater flexibility in real estate lending. Specifically, it increases the maximum repayment term for real estate loans from 15 to 20 years. This change aims to broaden the lending options available to credit union members.

The Internet Application I.D. Act mandates that certain websites and mobile applications clearly disclose their ownership, data storage locations, and access rights related to foreign adversary countries. Owners or distributors of a "covered service" must inform U.S. users if the service is tied to a foreign adversary or stores user data there. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is granted the authority to enforce these disclosure requirements.

The PEERS Act of 2025 aims to expand Medicare coverage for essential peer support services. This legislation mandates that Medicare begin covering services provided by certified peer support specialists at community mental health centers, rural health clinics, and Federally qualified health centers starting January 1, 2027. The bill defines these services and specialists, focusing on supporting recovery and self-empowerment for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders.

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.

The Electric Supply Chain Act mandates the Secretary of Energy to conduct periodic assessments of the nation's electricity generation and transmission supply chain. This process requires consultation with relevant stakeholders to identify risks and vulnerabilities. The Secretary must then report these findings, including recommendations for strengthening the supply chain and reducing reliance on foreign entities of concern, to Congress.

The BADGES for Native Communities Act aims to improve safety and data collection in Native communities through two main approaches. Title I focuses on enhancing data reporting for missing persons and death investigations by establishing a Tribal facilitator within the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System and requiring detailed reports on law enforcement resources in Indian country. Title II supports safety through demonstration programs for BIA background checks, a grant program to coordinate responses to missing or murdered cases, and studies on evidence handling and officer counseling resources.

This bill makes a technical correction to the existing Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act. Specifically, it authorizes an additional payment of over \$5.1 million into the Tribe's Development Fund to account for adjusted interest. This ensures the proper funding as outlined in the original settlement.

This act establishes six mandatory fee-free days annually for federal recreational lands and waters, aligning with significant national holidays and service-oriented dates. The goal is to encourage public service and national pride by providing free access to these lands on specific days like Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday and Juneteenth. The Secretary of the Interior retains the authority to designate further fee-free days.

The Small Business Innovation Voucher Act of 2025 establishes a grant program within the SBA to fund vouchers for small businesses to purchase research and development services from universities or non-profit labs. This program aims to foster collaboration and accelerate innovation by helping small businesses access technical expertise for developing new products. The bill authorizes $10 million annually for direct grants to small businesses, supplementing a separate state-level voucher program funded by federal grants requiring state matching funds.

This resolution officially commends and congratulates the Las Vegas Aces on winning the 2025 Women's National Basketball Association championship. It recognizes the team's remarkable season, including their historic winning streak and playoff performance. The bill also honors the individual achievements of players like A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray, as well as the leadership of Head Coach Becky Hammon. Finally, it commends the entire organization for their commitment to excellence and for representing the Las Vegas community and the State of Nevada.