Legislative Activity

The Permanent CBDC Ban Act seeks to codify a long-term prohibition on the issuance of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve. By amending the Federal Reserve Act, this legislation aims to permanently restrict the government from implementing a digital dollar.

The Stop Insider Trading Act restricts Members of Congress and their immediate families from purchasing individual stocks and requires public notice before selling existing holdings to prevent conflicts of interest. Additionally, the bill establishes a national photo identification requirement for voting in federal elections, including specific provisions for in-person and mail-in ballots.

The D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act requires explicit congressional approval for any District of Columbia legislation that imposes or increases taxes or fees, or relates to Title 47 of the D.C. Code. Under this bill, such acts will no longer take effect automatically after the standard review period but must instead be passed by a joint resolution of Congress. Additionally, the legislation establishes expedited, one-hour debate limits in the Senate for these specific approval resolutions.

The McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act directs the FAA to conduct a comprehensive review of policies regarding low-altitude airspace safety, specifically focusing on the marking and identification of temporary hazards like slacklines. The bill mandates stakeholder consultation and requires the FAA to update regulations if current safety measures are found to be inadequate. Additionally, it requires the FAA to brief Congress on its findings and any necessary improvements to aviation safety protocols.

The PRIVACY Act establishes strict federal oversight for the use of state and local surveillance data, requiring federal law enforcement to obtain a warrant before accessing information from technologies like license plate readers and facial recognition cameras. The bill mandates strict data retention limits, prohibits the use of federal funds for certain surveillance technologies, and provides legal recourse for individuals whose privacy rights are violated. By increasing transparency and accountability, the Act ensures that federal agencies cannot bypass constitutional protections when utilizing local surveillance tools.

The Preserving Our Constitution Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. courts and government entities from recognizing or enforcing any foreign or religious laws, customs, or practices that conflict with the U.S. Constitution. This legislation ensures that individual rights and liberties remain protected by preventing the application of legal systems that violate constitutional protections, such as equal protection and due process.

This bill, the "Homeownership Eligibility Reform Act," restricts eligibility for federally backed mortgages. It mandates that only United States citizens can qualify for mortgage insurance through the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Furthermore, it prohibits Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from purchasing or securitizing conventional mortgages for one- to four-unit homes if the borrower is not a U.S. citizen.

This bill, the Great American Outdoors Act 250, significantly reforms and renames the existing public lands restoration fund to the America’s Legacy Restoration Fund. It secures dedicated funding streams, primarily from energy revenues and new fees on foreign visitors, to address critical deferred maintenance across the National Park Service, Forest Service, and other public land agencies. The legislation establishes strict spending priorities for infrastructure repair while also creating pilot programs for enhancing outdoor recreation and sportsmen's access. Finally, it mandates increased transparency and accountability through standardized metrics and public reporting on all funded projects.

The Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act establishes an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). This office will focus on connecting Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations with SBA resources for entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access. Headed by an Assistant Administrator with relevant cultural knowledge, the Office aims to promote economic growth for these communities before its authority sunsets after seven years.

This resolution condemns actors defrauding the U.S. Government and emphasizes that robust, government-wide fraud prevention reforms are essential for national financial prosperity. It asserts that federal agencies must verify eligibility and claims *before* issuing payments to curb massive improper spending. The House views this shift to proactive verification as the primary solution to the ongoing fiscal emergency caused by fraud.

This bill, the "Stop Subsidizing Political Lawfare by Charities Act of 2026," revokes the tax-exempt status of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). By ending its 501(c)(3) status, the SPLC will be subject to federal income taxation. This change aims to stop government subsidization of the organization's activities through tax exemptions.

This bill initiates impeachment proceedings against U.S. District Judge Eleanor Louise Ross for high crimes and misdemeanors. The articles of impeachment cite judicial misconduct, including an undisclosed extramarital affair creating conflicts of interest, inappropriate conduct in chambers, attending a partisan political event, and making false statements to obstruct a judicial investigation. The bill ultimately declares Judge Ross guilty and calls for her removal from office.

This resolution supports the State Department's efforts to block any members or associates of the designated terrorist organization, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), from joining the Iranian National Football Delegation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Furthermore, it urges that the Iranian team's presence in the U.S. be limited strictly to the minimum time required for their scheduled matches.

The American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026 reasserts Congressional authority over immigration, restricting executive power to grant employment authorization and adjust nonimmigrant statuses. The bill significantly overhauls the H-1B visa program by imposing strict new labor certification requirements on employers, strengthening wage standards, and reducing the maximum duration of H-1B status. Furthermore, it eliminates the presumption against immigrant intent for H-1B applicants and expands enforcement powers against employers who violate the new provisions.

The Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 establishes a mandatory federal lifetime no-contact order for victims following convictions in serious felony cases, including crimes of violence and sexual offenses. This order prohibits any form of direct or indirect contact between the defendant and the victim for the defendant's lifetime. The prohibition can only be lifted if the conviction is pardoned, commuted, dismissed, or overturned on appeal.

This resolution supports designating June as Family Month to recognize the traditional nuclear family as the foundation of a healthy society. It calls for a national rededication to the importance of marriage and family, asserting that children thrive best in a home with a married mother and father. The bill also explicitly states that the House of Representatives no longer recognizes Pride Month.

The Protecting Kids from Creeps Act prohibits sex offenders from participating in surrogacy arrangements. This bill imposes severe criminal penalties, including lengthy prison sentences, for sex offenders, surrogacy agencies, and their employees who knowingly facilitate such agreements. Furthermore, convicted agencies lose tax-exempt status and eligibility for federal funding, and any resulting surrogacy agreements are void.

This resolution disapproves the District of Columbia Council's temporary amendment regarding arrest reporting. By passing this joint resolution, Congress is preventing the "Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting Temporary Amendment Act of 2026" from taking effect.

This joint resolution disapproves the District of Columbia Council's approval of the Body-Worn Camera Transparency for Use of Force Temporary Amendment Act of 2026. By disapproving this local D.C. legislation, Congress prevents the temporary amendment from taking effect.

This Act invalidates surrogacy agreements between foreign national prospective parents and U.S. surrogate mothers, voiding such contracts. It imposes criminal penalties on surrogacy brokers who facilitate these arrangements for foreign nationals. Furthermore, the bill limits the ability of foreign national parents to gain immigration benefits through a child born under these voided agreements.