Legislative Activity

The Restore Veterans’ Compensation Act of 2026 protects veterans by prohibiting the Department of Veterans Affairs from reducing disability compensation to recoup previous separation payments. Additionally, the bill establishes new financial safeguards for military retirees by capping recoupment deductions from retired pay and requiring the Department of Defense to consider a veteran's financial hardship before initiating repayment schedules.

The Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act allows taxpayers to carry back unused low-income housing tax credits to offset tax liabilities from the previous five years. This change provides greater financial flexibility for developers, helping to stabilize and incentivize the production of affordable housing.

The PEARL Act establishes a three-year pilot program within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to adopt dogs from local animal shelters. These rescued dogs will be trained to serve as support animals within the agency's existing Support Canine Program.

The Double the Wage for Overtime Act of 2026 amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to increase the mandatory overtime pay rate from time-and-a-half to double time. This legislation ensures that employees are compensated at twice their regular hourly rate for all overtime hours worked. The new pay requirement will take effect 180 days following the bill's enactment.

The Parental Approval for Youth Social Media Act of 2026 requires social media platforms to obtain verifiable parental consent before allowing users under 16 to create an account. Once consent is granted, platforms must provide parents with robust oversight tools to manage their child's privacy, time limits, and interactions. The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general are empowered to enforce these requirements to ensure platform compliance.

The Water Security and Drought Resilience Act aims to enhance water availability across Reclamation States through federal financial assistance. It expands funding for water storage projects and reauthorizes and modifies the small storage grant program. Additionally, the Act establishes a new grant program to support natural water retention and release projects within critical watersheds.

The State of Men’s Health Act addresses the widening health and life expectancy gap between men and women by establishing a dedicated Office of Men’s Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. The bill mandates a comprehensive GAO study to identify health disparities and requires the new office to coordinate federal efforts, promote public awareness, and improve preventive care for men. This initiative aims to reduce premature mortality and the significant economic costs associated with men’s health crises.

This resolution expresses the Senate's formal opposition to any presidential pardon, commutation, or clemency for Samuel Bankman-Fried following his conviction for massive financial fraud. It affirms that his 25-year prison sentence is a necessary measure of justice for his crimes and underscores the Senate's commitment to upholding the rule of law and the integrity of the U.S. financial system.

The Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act directs the Comptroller General to study and report on improving wildfire mitigation efforts across federal and non-federal land boundaries. This study will examine existing federal programs that either help or hinder cross-boundary work and recommend ways to simplify access to funding. The goal is to enhance cooperation and effectiveness in reducing wildfire risk across all ownership types.

The China Subsidy Response and Export Competitiveness Act of 2026 aims to bolster U.S. competitiveness against Chinese subsidies. It expands the Export-Import Bank's guarantee coverage to explicitly include businesses located within the United States. Furthermore, the bill broadens the scope of the Program on China and Transformational Exports to neutralize a wider range of subsidies and includes new priority sectors like printed circuit boards and medical manufacturing.

The ROBINHOOD Act of 2026 institutes new tax rules for extremely high-net-worth individuals, treating certain loans and long-term leases as taxable events triggering capital gains. This legislation applies to individuals meeting high income or asset thresholds, effectively taxing unrealized gains when debt is taken out. The goal is to redistribute billions by ensuring these wealthy taxpayers recognize capital gains annually based on new borrowings.

The Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2026 temporarily grants the Secretary of the Interior the authority to require geothermal lease applicants and holders to reimburse the government for administrative costs associated with processing leases and inspecting operations through September 30, 2032. This provision aims to offset federal expenses related to the geothermal leasing program. The Act also mandates a future report to Congress assessing the impact of these cost-recovery measures on the geothermal program.

The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act establishes a 25% tax credit for businesses purchasing or acquiring printed circuit boards fabricated in the United States. This credit aims to incentivize domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience for critical electronic components. The provisions apply to purchases made after December 31, 2025.

The No Oil Profits for Enemies Act of 2026 (NOPE Act) significantly expands Congressional oversight of sanctions against the Russian Federation, particularly concerning energy-related actions. It mandates a review period for sanctions on Russian oil and gas that only ends once Russia ends its war in Ukraine and commits to reparations. The bill allows for temporary exceptions to this review for urgent safety or environmental needs related to energy transport.

This bill mandates a one-time premium payment for Department of Homeland Security employees who worked without pay during the government shutdown beginning February 14, 2026. Eligible employees will receive a payment equal to 10 percent of the wages they earned but did not receive during the shutdown period. Agencies are required to issue these payments within one day of the shutdown's conclusion.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) action to withdraw a previous rule concerning deceptive marketing of remittance transfer speed or cost. By disapproving the withdrawal, Congress effectively nullifies the CFPB's decision to remove that guidance. This action aims to reinstate the original regulatory stance on clear marketing for money transfers.

This bill formally establishes that Ashli Babbitt is ineligible to receive military funeral honors. It cites her participation in the January 6, 2021, insurrection as the specific grounds for this disqualification under federal law.

This resolution calls for the immediate reassignment of Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security personnel back to their primary counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and counterintelligence missions. It argues that current diversions of these experts to civil immigration enforcement leave the United States vulnerable to retaliatory threats during periods of active hostility with Iran. The measure urges the administration to prioritize national security and critical infrastructure protection by restoring these agents to their original duties.

The Innovative Therapies Centers of Excellence Act directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish at least five specialized centers dedicated to the research and administration of innovative drug therapies for veterans. These centers will focus on treating conditions such as PTSD, depression, and chronic pain through advanced clinical approaches. The bill provides $30 million annually to support these facilities in conducting research, training, and data collection to improve veteran mental health outcomes.

The Holiday Pay Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to mandate premium pay for employees working on designated federal holidays. Specifically, it requires employers to compensate covered employees at a rate of at least one and one-half times their regular rate of pay for work performed on these legal public holidays. This new premium pay cannot be counted toward standard overtime obligations. The Act establishes enforcement mechanisms and clarifies that it sets a minimum standard, allowing state or local laws to provide greater holiday compensation.