Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' disapproval of the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption. It urges Japan to enact a nationwide ban on the practice, citing the shared values and commitment to animal welfare between the United States and Japan.

This resolution formally honors the life and enduring legacy of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Louis Burns Jackson, Sr. It recognizes his significant contributions to the Civil Rights Movement, including his work with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his founding of Operation PUSH. The bill specifically urges the President to order that the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff in his memory.

The America’s Living Library Act establishes a pilot program within the Department of the Interior to collect, sequence, and create a public database of genomic data from plants, animals, fungi, and microbes in national parks. This initiative mandates coordination across federal agencies for sample collection, long-term physical storage, and data integration with existing scientific systems. The bill authorizes specific funding for the project and supporting agencies through fiscal year 2031, with the program terminating ten years after enactment.

The Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026 amends the Fair Housing Act to establish survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or severe forms of trafficking as a protected class. This makes it illegal to discriminate against these individuals in housing transactions, including rentals, sales, and financing. The bill aims to ensure survivors can secure and maintain safe housing free from further victimization.

The Debt-to-GDP Transparency and Stabilization Act mandates that both the President’s annual budget submission and the Congressional budget resolution include clear data on public debt and deficit ratios relative to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This legislation aims to increase fiscal transparency by ensuring these key economic indicators are consistently reported in federal budget documents.

The Democracy Is Strengthened by Casting Light On Spending in Elections Act of 2026 aims to increase transparency and security in U.S. elections. It closes loopholes to ban foreign national spending in elections, mandates disclosure for "dark money" political spending, and requires clear funding disclosures on political ads. The bill also centralizes legal challenges to campaign finance laws in Washington, D.C., for faster resolution.

The Heirs Education and Investment to Resolve Succession of Property Act supports the stability of agricultural land by extending the Heirs Property Intermediary Relending Program through 2031. It also establishes a new initiative providing $60 million annually to help underserved heirs access free legal and accounting services to resolve complex property ownership issues. These measures aim to keep farmland in production and improve access to vital USDA programs for multi-owner properties.

The State Veterans Homes Inspection Simplification Act streamlines the regulatory process by allowing State Veterans Homes certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to be automatically deemed compliant with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements. The bill ensures continued oversight and accountability by mandating that VA inspection standards align with federal protocols and requiring that all quality and compliance data be publicly reported. Additionally, it tasks the Government Accountability Office with reviewing the effectiveness and impact of this new authority within three years.

The Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026 amends existing law to formally include Tribal governments as eligible entities for the Department of Defense’s infrastructure grant program. This legislation ensures that Indian tribes can access both financial and technical assistance to support critical project planning and development within their communities.

This resolution expresses support for the National FFA Organization and designates February 21–28, 2026, as National FFA Week. It recognizes the FFA's vital role in developing future leaders through agricultural education. The bill also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the Alaska State FFA Association.

The Rural Development Modernization Act standardizes the definition of a "rural community" across key USDA programs, setting a uniform population threshold of 25,000 inhabitants. This legislation also mandates the exclusion of incarcerated and military base populations when calculating eligibility for these programs. Furthermore, it expands eligibility for federal rural development and water supply programs to include U.S. territories and clarifies definitions for various housing and energy initiatives. The bill also establishes an annual process for reassessing and potentially adjusting the rural population threshold.

The Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 aims to support the Iranian people by expanding access to uncensored internet and communication technologies. The bill strengthens U.S. policy against regime repression by mandating investigations into human rights abuses and establishing a new Treasury initiative to combat corruption and money laundering by Iranian officials. Additionally, it enhances congressional oversight of sanctions and promotes independent media to counter state-sponsored censorship.

The Reserve Forces Travel Fairness Act establishes a new travel reimbursement for members of the uniformed services who must rent a vehicle for certain training or duty travel exceeding 150 miles. This provision ensures service members are reimbursed for necessary rental vehicle costs incurred during the period of duty and associated travel days. The Department of Defense is required to update travel regulations within 180 days to implement this change.

This bill aims to significantly expand and improve agricultural cooperation between the United States and Israel through enhanced joint research, development, and trade activities. It authorizes new funding streams and establishes an accelerator program to fast-track promising cooperative agricultural technologies. Furthermore, the legislation broadens the scope of the existing Binational Agricultural Research and Development (BARD) Fund to include partners from the Abraham Accords nations.

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 bill establishes the United States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative to accelerate joint research, development, and integration of critical defense technologies. The initiative focuses on key areas like AI, missile defense, and counter-drone systems to enhance the security and technological edge of both nations. It mandates regular reporting to Congress on progress and authorizes funding for fiscal years 2027 through 2029.

The Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct Act (SCAM Act) holds online platforms accountable for displaying fraudulent or deceptive paid advertisements. It mandates that platforms implement strict advertiser verification procedures and actively detect and remove scam ads. This legislation establishes a private right of action for injured consumers and clarifies that existing Section 230 immunity does not apply to violations of this Act.

This bill establishes the DOD and USDA Interagency Research Act to create a joint research and development program between the Department of Defense and the Department of Agriculture. The collaboration will focus on projects advancing national security and agricultural priorities, such as supply chain resilience, bioindustrial manufacturing, and natural resource management. The Secretaries must sign an agreement outlining a merit-based review process and focusing on high-payoff technologies. The program also mandates annual reporting to Congress on achievements, expenditures, and research security practices.

The Efficiency Adjustment Delay Act postpones a planned Medicare payment adjustment affecting physician work values until at least January 1, 2030. The bill also mandates a report to Congress assessing the need for a one-time adjustment to certain physician service values. Furthermore, it modifies the annual Medicare physician payment updates for 2026 and subsequent years based on participation in Alternative Payment Models.

The Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026 updates the membership requirements for the Department of Veterans Affairs Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee. This legislation ensures the committee includes diverse representation from veterans service organizations, State homes, and licensed nursing home administrators to better support aging veterans.