Legislative Activity

The ADA 30 Days to Comply Act establishes a mandatory notice and cure period before a lawsuit can be filed regarding architectural barrier violations in existing public accommodations. This requires an individual to first provide the owner with detailed written notice of the specific barrier. The owner then has 30 days to respond with a plan for removal, and a lawsuit can only proceed if the owner fails to respond or fails to make substantial progress on the removal plan.

The Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026 increases the debt limits for individuals and small businesses seeking bankruptcy protection. By raising these caps, the legislation expands eligibility for streamlined reorganization under Chapter 11 and debt repayment plans under Chapter 13. These changes apply to all bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date of enactment.

The Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026 prevents the IRS from considering an organization's beliefs on marriage, sexuality, or gender identity when determining its tax-exempt status. Additionally, the bill prohibits federal agencies from discriminating against religious employers who receive federal financial assistance and make hiring decisions based on their religious standards.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc. (SAAMI). It honors the organization’s century-long commitment to establishing technical and safety standards that ensure the reliable interoperability of firearms and ammunition. Furthermore, it recognizes SAAMI’s ongoing contributions to public safety, industry innovation, and responsible firearm practices.

This proposed constitutional amendment would explicitly restrict voting in all federal elections—including those for President, Vice President, and Congress—to United States citizens. It mandates that state legislatures establish enforcement measures, while granting Congress the authority to oversee and regulate these requirements nationwide.

The "Defeat Sharia Law in America Act" amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to classify the implementation of Sharia law within public accommodations as a form of religious discrimination. This legislation aims to prohibit businesses and covered establishments from enforcing Sharia-based practices under federal law.

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 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.

This resolution recognizes the 10th anniversary of the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export shipment from the lower 48 states in February 2016. It celebrates this milestone as a turning point that established the U.S. as a leading global LNG supplier, significantly boosting economic growth and strengthening international energy security. The bill honors the innovation and hard work that supported this vital sector.

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.

The Migrant Child Safety Act establishes stricter requirements for placing unaccompanied alien children with sponsors. This legislation mandates comprehensive information sharing between Health and Human Services and Homeland Security before placement, including background checks and proof of relationship. It also introduces new safeguards such as in-person home visits, potential electronic monitoring for non-citizen sponsors, and a mandatory minimum $5,000 sponsor bond.

The Tribal Warrant Fairness Act expands federal law enforcement support for Tribal matters. This legislation grants the U.S. Marshals Service authority to investigate Tribal fugitive cases and allows Indian Tribes to request protection assistance from the U.S. Secret Service. It also mandates coordination between the Secret Service and Tribal authorities on protective intelligence matters.

The No Flight, No Fight Act of 2026 restricts the air transportation of adult roosters to enhance aviation safety and combat illegal activities like cockfighting. The bill prohibits air carriers from knowingly transporting adult roosters as cargo, with an exemption for shipments related to certified commercial farms for legitimate agricultural purposes. Enforcement authority rests with the Secretary of Transportation, and violations are subject to civil penalties.

The Incentivize Savings Act mandates how federal agencies must handle unspent appropriations by dedicating the majority to debt reduction and allowing a portion for employee retention bonuses. This legislation also restricts future budget requests to only account for inflation unless the agency fully spends its prior allocation. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage fiscal responsibility by linking unspent funds to debt reduction and limiting budget growth.

This bill establishes new administrative requirements that individuals must follow before filing a private lawsuit over alleged ADA violations on a business's public-facing website or mobile app. It mandates that complainants first notify the business owner and allow 180 days for compliance before escalating the issue to the Department of Justice. Lawsuits can only proceed after the Attorney General investigates or after a set period of administrative review has concluded.

The Make Elections Great Again Act establishes new federal standards for voter identification, citizenship verification for registration, and statewide voter list maintenance for federal elections. It also standardizes election administration by mandating paper ballots, banning ranked-choice voting, and implementing strict new rules for requesting and returning mail-in ballots. The bill aims to increase election integrity through enhanced documentation and procedural uniformity across states.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act) mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID indicating U.S. citizenship when casting a ballot in federal elections. The bill outlines specific acceptable forms of proof and requires states to implement verification programs to ensure only citizens are registered and voting.

The AI OVERWATCH Act establishes strict new licensing requirements for exporting advanced integrated circuits to designated countries of concern, including China and Russia. This legislation mandates detailed national security certifications to Congress before any license can be approved for these high-performance technologies. Furthermore, the bill creates an exemption process for trusted U.S. companies while terminating existing licenses for these sensitive exports.

The PRESS Act establishes a new federal crime for manufacturing or distributing equipment used to make illegal drugs if that equipment is intended for substances that will be unlawfully imported into the United States. This legislation amends the Controlled Substances Act to create specific prison sentences for these supply chain offenses. The Act also directs the Sentencing Commission to update federal guidelines to reflect these new penalties.

The SCAM Act establishes new grounds for the government to revoke the citizenship of naturalized individuals. It allows for denaturalization if a person commits fraud against the government, joins a terrorist organization, or commits an aggravated felony within ten years of naturalization. These actions are deemed proof that the individual lacked good moral character at the time they became a citizen. Revocation of citizenship under this Act is retroactive to the original date of naturalization.