Legislative Activity

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has explicitly declared war or authorized the use of military force. It preserves the right of the U.S. to defend against imminent attacks and ensures that intelligence-sharing activities remain unaffected. The resolution clarifies that it does not serve as an authorization for the use of military force.

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 Inclusive Democracy Act of 2026 prohibits the federal government and states from denying any citizen the right to vote in federal elections due to a criminal conviction. The bill mandates that carceral facilities provide incarcerated individuals with access to voter registration, absentee ballots, and election information. Additionally, it establishes enforcement mechanisms to ensure these voting rights are protected and upheld in all federal elections.

The Protecting Childcare from Private Equity Act aims to increase transparency and stability in the childcare industry by requiring large private equity firms to disclose their ownership of childcare providers. The bill imposes four-year restrictions on the sale of these businesses and the extraction of profits to ensure long-term operational stability. Additionally, it mandates a comprehensive study to evaluate the impact of private equity ownership on the quality, cost, and accessibility of childcare services.

Orlin’s Law establishes critical protections for immigrant parents in U.S. custody to prevent the unnecessary separation of families. The bill mandates that detained parents be prioritized for release, provided with the means to participate in family court proceedings, and granted access to resources for their children’s care. Additionally, it creates an Office of Detained Parent Coordination to oversee these protections and requires the government to provide alternatives to detention for parents.

The "Fair Seeds for Farmers Act" limits intellectual property protections for plants to specific existing federal statutes, preventing broader patent claims on plant varieties and germplasm. Additionally, the bill renders unenforceable any contracts that restrict farmers and researchers from saving seeds or conducting plant breeding and experimentation.

The High Court Gift Ban Act establishes strict limits on gifts accepted by federal judicial officers, prohibiting any gift valued over $50 or exceeding $100 in total annual value from a single source. The bill includes specific exemptions for personal hospitality, professional events, and family gifts, while mandating enforcement through the Judicial Conference and potential civil or criminal penalties for violations.

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 "No PFAS in Cosmetics Act" prohibits the sale of cosmetic products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). By classifying such products as adulterated under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, this legislation aims to remove these chemicals from the supply chain. The ban is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027.

This resolution directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon within seven days, utilizing authority under the War Powers Resolution. It explicitly clarifies that this action does not authorize the use of military force or limit security cooperation with Lebanese forces or the protection of diplomatic facilities.

The Save MEDICARE Act of 2026 aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Medicare Advantage program by reforming payment methodologies, tightening oversight of diagnosis coding, and accelerating audit processes. The bill also enhances the Department of Veterans Affairs' ability to recover healthcare costs from private insurers and empowers states to enforce federal requirements for Medicare Advantage plans. These measures are designed to ensure more accurate payments, reduce deceptive practices, and protect resources for all Medicare enrollees.

This bill, the Diversity Visa Protection and Modernization Act, aims to prevent the executive branch from indefinitely or broadly suspending the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program. It reaffirms that only Congress can halt the entire program, while allowing for narrowly tailored, temporary, or country-specific restrictions under strict transparency and notification requirements. The Act protects eligible visa selectees from losing their opportunities due to unexplained administrative pauses.

The LIFT the BAR Act repeals decades-old restrictions that barred many lawfully present noncitizens from accessing essential federal public benefits. This legislation restores eligibility for programs like SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, and housing assistance for qualified noncitizens. The bill also updates terminology, replacing "alien" with "noncitizen" throughout relevant statutes.

The Right to Vote Act establishes the fundamental right of every citizen to vote in federal elections and prohibits governments from imposing undue burdens on this right. It sets strict standards for when a government action that diminishes or substantially impairs voting can be upheld, requiring it to be the least restrictive means of furthering an important governmental interest. The Act also authorizes private citizens to bring civil actions in federal court to challenge violations, with expedited proceedings and provisions for awarding attorney's fees.

The AI Workforce Impact Study Act of 2026 mandates that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) conduct a comprehensive study on the effects of artificial intelligence on the U.S. workforce. This report must detail job displacement, creation, and alteration due to AI, broken down by demographics and industry. The study aims to provide Congress with essential data to understand AI's current impact and address limitations in federal data collection.

The CHILD Labor Act significantly strengthens protections against child labor by expanding the definition of oppressive child labor and requiring updated regulations for hazardous work under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It enhances enforcement through supply chain accountability, extended "hot goods" restrictions, liability for successor businesses, and increased civil and criminal penalties for violations. Furthermore, the Act imposes strict child labor requirements on federal contractors and recipients of federal financial assistance.

This bill, the "Find Our Families Act of 2026," mandates the creation of a public, online detainee locator system for individuals in CBP and ICE custody, accessible in multiple languages. It requires timely posting of custody and location information, along with new notification requirements for medical transfers to family members. Additionally, the bill requires the public reporting of detailed information regarding CBP arrests and ongoing enforcement operations.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 aims to redirect funding by eliminating federal tax incentives for private school scholarships. Specifically, it repeals the tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations and removes the income exclusion for certain scholarship amounts received. These changes are set to take effect starting in 2027.

The Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026 establishes new protections for unaccompanied alien children encountered in the U.S. It mandates a judicial warrant for the arrest or detention of these children away from the border and prohibits the use of military assets for immigration enforcement, except during natural disasters. Furthermore, the bill ensures children cannot be coerced into signing legal documents affecting their status without first having a confidential consultation with a lawyer.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to speed up the process of securing a first collective bargaining agreement after a union is certified. It establishes a mandatory timeline, including mediation and binding arbitration, if an agreement is not reached within 90 days of bargaining. This process is designed to prevent lengthy delays that currently weaken the union's position. The bill also requires a GAO report on current time-to-contract averages.