Legislative Activity

This bill reauthorizes funding for the National Police Athletic/Activities League (PAL) through fiscal year 2032. It aims to expand existing PAL chapters and establish 250 new chapters in distressed areas and public housing projects. The funding supports youth enrichment programs focused on academics, leadership, mentorship, and building positive relationships between law enforcement and young people.

This resolution supports the designation of May 2026 as Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month. It recognizes BPD as a serious but treatable condition affecting millions, highlighting the need for increased awareness, research funding, and accessible care. The bill aims to combat stigma and promote evidence-based support for those living with BPD.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month. It highlights the urgent and worsening national mental health crisis, citing alarming statistics across various demographics, including youth and high-risk groups. The bill aims to remove stigma, declare mental health a national priority, and support expanded funding and access to necessary services.

The Medal of Sacrifice Act establishes a new national medal to honor law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty. This legislation creates a Commission to advise on the medal's design, presentation, and final eligibility decisions, particularly when there are findings of wrongdoing. The medal itself will feature specific symbolic elements and will be awarded to eligible fallen heroes.

This resolution calls upon all Americans to honor the service members who died defending freedom and peace, particularly on Memorial Day 2026. It recognizes the ultimate sacrifice of over one million Americans in pursuit of these ideals. The bill emphasizes the importance of continuing to express gratitude and commemorate these patriots.

The Fostering TRUST Act of 2026 mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) promptly notify Congress following any veteran suicide or attempted suicide occurring at a VA facility or a VA-utilized non-VA provider facility. These notifications, required within 7 and 60 days of the incident, aim to increase transparency regarding veteran safety within the VA system. The bill also requires the VA to include guidance on suicide prevention, warning signs, and available resources with each notification.

This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.

The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act expands Medicare Part B coverage to include services provided by pharmacists starting January 1, 2026. This coverage is specifically for testing or treatment related to COVID-19, the flu, RSV, strep throat, or during a declared public health emergency. The bill outlines payment structures, generally covering 80% of the cost, and prohibits pharmacists from balance billing Medicare patients for these covered services.

The Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026 aims to improve the accuracy and predictability of Medicare physician payments. The bill reforms budget neutrality calculations, mandates periodic updates to practice expense cost data, and establishes a 2.5% cap on annual conversion factor fluctuations. These measures are designed to ensure more stable reimbursement rates for healthcare providers.

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the school-based health centers grant program. It secures $55 million in annual funding for these centers from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support continued student access to essential health services.

This Act encourages colleges and universities to develop and implement comprehensive, evidence-based mental health and suicide prevention plans. It directs the Secretary of Education to coordinate these efforts with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, aligning plans with established national recommendations and existing programs. The legislation requires reporting on these encouragement efforts but imposes no new regulatory obligations on institutions.

This bill, the SCREEN for Type 1 Diabetes Act of 2026, mandates the creation of a national public awareness campaign to promote the detection, screening, and management of type 1 diabetes. The campaign will utilize evidence-based materials and public service announcements targeted at both healthcare providers and the general public. It also authorizes funding for grants to support local efforts in increasing screening rates, particularly in highly affected communities.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

This bill reauthorizes the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection program, ensuring its continued operation to gather historical documents related to unsolved civil rights investigations. It strengthens the Civil Rights Cold Case Review Board's authority to obtain and expedite the public release of federal, state, and local records, removing previous opt-out exceptions for state and local entities. Furthermore, the legislation extends the tenure of the Review Board from seven to eleven years to complete its review process.

The Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act establishes a pilot program to award competitive grants to school food authorities promoting the preparation of meals using unprocessed or minimally processed ingredients. These grants will fund training, equipment upgrades, and other necessary support for increasing scratch cooking in school meal programs. Priority will be given to authorities serving high-need student populations that commit to self-operation and workforce agreements.

This act strengthens national defense by expanding the Job Corps program to train disadvantaged youth and veterans for critical roles in the defense industrial base. It establishes a Defense Skilled Trades Pipeline Program to provide vocational training in areas like welding, machining, and cybersecurity. The legislation authorizes significant funding to develop these specialized programs in coordination with defense contractors and the Department of Defense.

The Stop the Doxx Act establishes a federal crime for knowingly publishing the personal information of law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges—and their immediate family members—with the intent to threaten or intimidate them. This legislation creates significant criminal penalties and allows victims to pursue civil lawsuits against offenders. Additionally, the bill mandates the Attorney General to create and provide free, comprehensive training for public servants on protecting their personal information online.

The Dietary Supplements Access Act allows individuals to use pre-tax dollars from Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), FSAs, and HRAs to purchase qualifying dietary supplements. This provision is subject to an annual limit of \$500 per taxable year for these expenses. The Act specifically excludes products commonly understood to be energy drinks, soft drinks, or sodas.

The Investing in All of America Act of 2025 revises the rules governing Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) by updating how they calculate their maximum allowable government leverage. This bill lowers the overall leverage limits for SBICs while creating new exclusions for investments made in small businesses located in low-income or rural areas, or those operating in covered technology sectors. These changes aim to incentivize targeted investment by allowing certain qualifying loans to be excluded from the leverage calculation.

This Act mandates a comprehensive study to examine the link between animal cruelty and future violence against humans. It also establishes a federal grant program to support eligible entities in detecting, intervening in, and preventing animal cruelty and related interpersonal violence. The overall goal is to develop evidence-based strategies to reduce future violent acts.