Legislative Activity

This bill expresses support for designating May 5th as a National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It calls for national observance to honor victims and show solidarity with their families. Additionally, the legislation recommends the Department of Justice commission an updated study on this ongoing crisis.

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.

The "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" repeals the Corporate Transparency Act, eliminating the requirement for companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). It also makes necessary technical adjustments to Title 31 of the United States Code, specifically sections related to financial recordkeeping and reporting of currency and foreign transactions, to reflect the repeal.

This bill establishes the "Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act," granting current and former highly-trained special operations personnel the authority to carry concealed firearms nationwide. This authority mirrors that currently afforded to qualified retired law enforcement officers under federal law. The legislation mandates the creation of a new identification card program by the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to verify eligibility. This concealed carry privilege is permanent for qualified individuals who maintain honorable status and are otherwise eligible to possess a firearm.

The Denaturalization and Expulsion of Persons who Orchestrate Radical Terrorism Act of 2026 (DEPORT Act of 2026) establishes new terrorism-related attestations required for naturalization. It allows terrorism convictions and conduct to serve as evidence that citizenship was illegally procured, potentially leading to denaturalization. Furthermore, the bill makes individuals convicted of covered terrorism offenses inadmissible, subject to mandatory revocation of existing immigration benefits, and permanently barred from future admission.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 13355 North Lon Adams Road in Marana, Arizona. The facility will now be known as the Mayor Ed Honea Memorial Post Office. This designation will be reflected in all official records and documents referencing the location.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 12208 North 19th Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona. The facility will now be known as the Officer Zane T. Coolidge Post Office. This designation standardizes the name for all official federal records and documents.

The Election Infrastructure Integrity Act mandates the creation of a publicly accessible database to track private vendors involved in federal election systems. States are required to report detailed vendor information, including ownership structures and contract terms, following each federal election. Failure to comply with these transparency requirements will result in the loss of federal election administration funding.

The Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act mandates a comprehensive study on how unauthorized drone flights disrupt federal wildfire suppression efforts. This legislation requires the FAA to analyze the frequency and impact of these incursions on firefighting operations, costs, and safety. Ultimately, the study will evaluate potential solutions, including public education and the use of counter-drone technology, to better protect aerial firefighting missions.

The Federal Working Animal Protection Act amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to make individuals who harm law enforcement animals inadmissible to the United States. Additionally, the bill establishes that such individuals are subject to deportation if they have been convicted of or admit to committing these offenses.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.

The Mail Ballot Integrity Act establishes federal standards that prohibit states from sending unsolicited mail-in ballots for federal elections. It limits mail-in voting eligibility to individuals who submit a formal request and meet specific criteria, such as being elderly, disabled, or temporarily absent from their county of residence.

The Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act of 2026 strengthens privacy protections by requiring warrants for searching U.S. person data under FISA and prohibiting government agencies from purchasing sensitive personal information from data brokers. The legislation enhances judicial oversight of surveillance programs and closes legal loopholes that previously allowed agencies to bypass Fourth Amendment requirements. By mandating stricter court procedures, the bill ensures that digital records remain protected from unauthorized government access.

The Alien Banking Act requires individuals to attest to their lawful immigration status as a condition for opening or maintaining a bank account in the United States. Financial institutions are prohibited from serving those who fail to provide this attestation and must report any suspected false statements. The bill also establishes severe civil and criminal penalties, including asset forfeiture, for individuals who knowingly provide false information regarding their status.

The Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of the Interior to create and maintain a single, unified list of designated critical minerals and materials. This list must incorporate existing designations from both the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy. Federal agencies must use the most current version of this unified list when administering relevant programs.

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act prohibits federal agencies from providing funding or support for the creation and maintenance of state-level firearm ownership databases. This legislation ensures that federal resources cannot be used to track lawful gun owners, with a specific exception for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms.

The No Immunity for Glyphosate Act prohibits federal funding for a specific Executive Order concerning phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides. This legislation establishes a right for individuals harmed by exposure to these substances to file civil lawsuits against manufacturers and sellers. Crucially, it removes certain legal immunities and defenses that companies might otherwise use to avoid liability for damages caused by these products.

The "Protecting Puppies from Sharia Act" aims to prevent state and local governments from banning dog ownership by restricting federal funding to any jurisdiction that implements such a prohibition. Congress asserts that the right to own a dog is an American right and that Sharia law is a foreign concept contrary to the pursuit of happiness.

The Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act aims to promote de-escalation by exempting specific, clearly defined less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm restrictions and excise taxes. This legislation provides a formal process for determining which devices qualify for these exemptions under both federal law and the National Firearms Act. The bill also modernizes tax regulations by exempting qualifying less-than-lethal devices and their ammunition from federal excise taxes.

This act establishes the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA) to support business development for Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations. The Office will be led by an Assistant Administrator tasked with directing SBA programs related to contracting, capital access, and business growth in these communities. Its primary goal is to expand small businesses owned by members of these groups and promote economic development in Indian country.