Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses support for designating June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The bill aims to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence in the United States. It encourages the public to wear orange on the designated day to honor victims and promote community safety discussions.

This resolution condemns a recent settlement agreement between the Department of Justice, IRS, and former President Trump. The agreement establishes a massive fund potentially benefiting President Trump, his allies, and individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol attack. The resolution specifically objects to using taxpayer money for these payments and the granting of immunity from future prosecution.

The Federal Death Penalty Prohibition Act bans the imposition and carrying out of the death penalty for any federal crime after the date of enactment. This legislation mandates that all individuals currently under a federal death sentence must be resentenced.

The Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act aims to expand access to vital lung cancer screenings and tobacco cessation services. It mandates that Medicaid cover annual lung cancer screenings with no out-of-pocket costs and expands tobacco cessation coverage to all Medicaid enrollees without prior authorization. Furthermore, the bill prohibits prior authorization requirements for annual lung cancer screenings under Medicare and private health insurance plans starting in 2028, alongside funding for education and outreach.

The Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act of 2026 aims to dramatically increase the number of U.S. undergraduates studying abroad, focusing on greater diversity in both student participation and program destinations. The bill renames and expands the existing IDEAS Program, authorizing competitive grants to institutions to support this expansion. Key goals include achieving one million annual participants within ten years, ensuring demographics reflect the general undergraduate population, and increasing study in nontraditional and developing nations.

This Act establishes a pilot program for FEMA to award grants to eligible local governments and stormwater authorities for modernizing urban flood mapping. The program aims to enhance the production and public accessibility of detailed urban flood risk information, incorporating advanced technology and climate trends. Ultimately, the goal is to empower communities and homeowners to better minimize urban flood risk through improved data and mitigation planning.

This Senate resolution urges the President to prioritize securing the release of several specific individuals wrongfully detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with President Xi Jinping. The resolution condemns these politically motivated detentions and calls for immediate humanitarian access and release for those named. It reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending political and religious freedoms globally.

The American Cures Act authorizes and provides substantial, dedicated funding for ten years (FY 2027-2036) to four major federal health research programs, including the NIH and CDC. These appropriations include automatic inflation adjustments starting in fiscal year 2037. Furthermore, the funding provided by this Act is explicitly exempt from automatic spending cuts (sequestration).

The Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act mandates the Department of Education to collect and publish detailed data on the civil rights aspects of the educator workforce, including teachers and principals. This data will be broken down by race, ethnicity, sex, and years of experience to provide a clearer picture of the profession. The resulting reports will be made publicly available to ensure transparency regarding educator qualifications and experience levels across school districts.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Robert S. Mueller III, recognizing his distinguished career in public service, from his military service to his roles as FBI Director and Special Counsel. It commends his dedication to the rule of law and the defense of the United States Constitution. The resolution also extends condolences to his family upon his passing.

The Puppy Protection Act of 2026 significantly strengthens the Animal Welfare Act by establishing rigorous new standards for dog dealers. This bill mandates substantial improvements to housing, nutrition, exercise, socialization, and veterinary care for dogs. Furthermore, it introduces strict regulations on breeding practices, including health screening and limits on female dog litters, while ensuring humane retirement for breeding dogs.

The Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026 establishes federal grant programs managed by the FCC to increase enrollment in the Lifeline program. These grants will fund state outreach efforts to inform eligible low-income individuals about the service discounts. Additionally, the bill provides funding for states to better connect their benefit databases with the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier to streamline the enrollment process.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to establish and protect the fundamental right to vote for every eligible U.S. citizen. It sets a strict standard requiring any voting restrictions to serve a compelling government interest using the least restrictive means. Furthermore, the amendment would repeal language in the 14th Amendment that allows states to deny voting rights for reasons other than rebellion and grants Congress enforcement power.

The CHILD Act of 2025 expands background check requirements under the National Child Protection Act of 1993. This legislation broadens the definition of a "covered individual" to include contractors, license/certification applicants, and individuals associated with organizations contracted by qualified entities. The goal is to enhance child protection by increasing the scope of required background screenings.

The America Grows Act of 2026 establishes mandatory, inflation-adjusted funding for four key agricultural research agencies through 2036 and beyond. This legislation ensures consistent financial support by protecting these appropriations from automatic spending cuts (sequestration). Furthermore, the bill exempts its budgetary effects from standard PAYGO scorecards.

This Senate resolution urges the President to prioritize securing the release of several individuals, including Pastor Jin Mingri and Jimmy Lai, who are wrongfully detained by the People's Republic of China. It calls for immediate and unconditional release of all those detained for peacefully exercising their rights. Furthermore, the resolution directs the President to raise these humanitarian concerns during future engagements with President Xi Jinping.

This bill expands federal Do Not Call protections to cover all phone numbers, including business and cell lines, and lowers the threshold for what constitutes a violation. It also updates the definition of an automatic telephone dialing system (ATDS) to better capture modern robocalling technology. The goal is to strengthen consumer protection against unwanted automated calls.

The Protect Your Points Act of 2026 establishes new consumer protections for airline frequent flyer programs and co-branded credit cards. The bill mandates greater transparency regarding point values and redemption rates, prohibits point expiration and arbitrary fees, and requires one year’s notice before any devaluation of rewards. Additionally, it enhances account security and mandates flexible payment options for travelers using points and cash.

The Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act of 2026 mandates that large data centers report their annual energy and water consumption to state or federal authorities to increase industry transparency. The bill also establishes a federal strategy to improve the sustainability of government-run data centers and provides grants to help local jurisdictions manage the resource impacts of data center growth.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) rule that withdrew its prior policy statement on abusive acts or practices. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this action nullifies the CFPB's withdrawal rule. Consequently, the original policy statement regarding abusive acts or practices is reinstated.