Legislative Activity

The Upper Price River Watershed Project Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey approximately 124.23 acres of specified Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land to the City of Price, Utah. This transfer is explicitly for the City's use for defined public purposes, overriding standard land disposal regulations. The conveyance is contingent upon a request from the City and is subject to any existing legal rights on the property.

The TAP Promotion Act mandates the inclusion of a standardized, one-hour presentation on veterans' benefits within the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) preseparation counseling. This legislation ensures service members receive expert guidance on navigating VA benefits with the support of recognized veterans service organizations. Additionally, it establishes annual reporting requirements to track participation and ensure the program's ongoing effectiveness.

This resolution expresses strong support for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams competing in the 2026 Winter Games in Milano Cortina, Italy. It applauds the athletes for their dedication and sportsmanship while recognizing the historical significance of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to hosting safe and successful Games in Los Angeles (2028) and Utah (2034).

The ROTOR Act focuses on enhancing aviation safety and transparency, primarily by reforming exceptions that allow aircraft to disable their ADS-B Out tracking systems. It mandates that the FAA require most aircraft to install and use ADS-B In technology for improved situational awareness. Furthermore, the bill establishes new coordination offices and requires comprehensive safety reviews of airspace operations, particularly around major airports, involving both civil and military aviation.

This resolution marks the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, reaffirming unwavering U.S. support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. It condemns Russia's ongoing aggression, including attacks on civilians and the forced abduction of children. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the critical need for robust, sustained U.S. and transatlantic security guarantees to ensure Ukraine's long-term defense and stability.

The Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 aims to support the Iranian people by expanding access to uncensored information and countering government-imposed internet blackouts. The legislation mandates the development of new digital circumvention technologies, increases funding for human rights and media programs, and establishes a framework to hold regime officials and their supporters accountable for human rights abuses. Additionally, it requires the U.S. government to implement a comprehensive strategy to bolster Iranian civil society and secure digital communications for activists and journalists.

This bill aims to modernize the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) aircraft type certification process to better support new technologies. It mandates increased transparency, establishes standard timelines for key certification steps, and updates criteria for technical issue papers. Furthermore, the legislation requires updated guidance on the FAA's delegation of certification authority to industry stakeholders.

The FUTURES Act of 2026 establishes a joint initiative between the U.S. and Israeli defense departments to accelerate and expand cooperation on defense technology research, development, and industrial integration. This program focuses on rapidly incorporating jointly developed and Israeli-origin technologies into U.S. military systems across critical domains like AI, counter-drone systems, and directed energy. The Act authorizes funding for these efforts and mandates regular reporting to Congress on progress and technology transition.

The Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act aims to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the FAA's aircraft certification process. It mandates the FAA to publish plans, establish standard expected timelines for certification milestones, and set clear criteria for issue papers. Furthermore, the bill updates guidance on delegating certification work and affirms Congress's support for U.S. leadership in aviation innovation.

The Small Business Workforce Pipeline Act of 2026 directs Small Business Development Centers to assist small businesses in establishing and improving various workforce development initiatives. This includes providing guidance on work-based learning, registered apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and job training programs. The goal is to help small businesses build stronger talent pipelines.

The CLEAR Act establishes new transparency requirements for companies developing generative AI models. It mandates that developers must notify the U.S. Copyright Office about copyrighted works used in their training datasets before releasing or commercially using the model. This legislation also creates a public database of these notices and establishes civil penalties for non-compliance.

The Historic Roadways Protection Act prohibits the Department of Interior from using federal funds to finalize or implement certain travel management plans in Utah until the Secretary of Interior certifies that all R. S. 2477 cases have been resolved. This prohibition applies to new travel management plans for specific areas, as well as the implementation of certain existing travel management plans, within the state. R. S. 2477 cases refer to legal disputes between Utah and the federal government regarding rights-of-way.

The Protecting Global Fisheries Act of 2026 establishes a U.S. policy to combat illegal, unreported, or unregulated (IUU) fishing through international collaboration and technology deployment. It authorizes the President to impose strict sanctions, including asset blocking and visa denials, on foreign persons and entities involved in IUU fishing or the trade of endangered species. Furthermore, the Act mandates regular briefings and detailed annual reports to Congress regarding global efforts and China's role in these illicit activities.

This bill establishes the Taiwan Allies Fund to counter diplomatic and economic pressure from the People's Republic of China against nations supporting Taiwan. It authorizes $40 million annually from 2026 through 2028 to support eligible countries that maintain or strengthen ties with Taiwan. Funds will be used for initiatives promoting alternatives to Chinese influence in areas like health, development, and supply chains. The Secretary of State will coordinate the program, which also encourages Taiwan to provide commensurate assistance.

This bill, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act), mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID containing a citizenship indicator when casting a ballot in federal elections. Furthermore, the legislation requires states to implement ongoing programs to verify and remove non-citizens from voter rolls.

The Sanctioning Harborers And Dodgers Of Western Sanctions Act of 2026 significantly tightens U.S. sanctions against Russia to cut off war funding by targeting its "shadow fleet" and entities evading oil price caps. The bill imposes penalties on foreign ports and individuals in countries like China and India that facilitate sanctioned Russian energy trade. Furthermore, it enhances U.S. sanctions enforcement capabilities and streamlines military assistance reporting to Ukraine.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study on installing a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam. The system aims to improve hydropower generation by managing cold water releases and preventing the spread of invasive species. If feasible and agreed upon by power contractors, the Secretary may proceed with construction.

This resolution officially designates the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It expresses support for the week, recognizing the importance of diverse K-12 education options for empowering parents. The bill encourages all Americans to learn more about the educational choices available to families.

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.

This Act establishes the "American Decade of Sports" (2024-2034), leveraging major international sporting events hosted in the U.S. to advance foreign policy goals. It mandates the Secretary of State to develop and implement comprehensive, publicly available sports diplomacy strategies in coordination with various partners. Furthermore, the bill requires the creation of a dedicated Office of Sports Diplomacy within the State Department to execute these plans and submit regular progress reports to Congress.