Legislative Activity

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 5951 Riverdale Avenue in Bronx, New York. The facility will now be known as the "Eliot L. Engel Post Office." This designation will apply to all official records and documents referencing the location.

This Act prohibits the use of federal funds for specific settlement payments, including those related to the *Trump, et al. v. IRS, et al.* case. It places new restrictions on the Judgment Fund, barring payments to high-ranking officials, their relatives, and certain entities for specific types of claims. The bill also establishes strict reporting and notification requirements for large government compromise settlements.

This bill directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities involving Iran, as authorized under the War Powers Resolution. The only exception allows the President to maintain forces necessary for self-defense or the defense of allies against an imminent attack, provided specific reporting requirements are met. Any continued military engagement without a declaration of war requires explicit congressional authorization.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 15422 NY 104 in Martville, New York. The facility will now be known as the "Sergeant Staret J. Ingleston Memorial Post Office Building."

The Corporate Prosecution Reform Act strengthens oversight of corporate criminal activity by establishing stricter judicial standards for deferred prosecution agreements and mandating greater transparency in how the Department of Justice handles these cases. The bill creates a dedicated Office of Corporate Enforcement to monitor compliance and requires the public disclosure of all corporate settlement agreements. Additionally, it prohibits the use of non-prosecution agreements that rely solely on monetary payments, ensuring that corporate penalties prioritize accountability, victim compensation, and the deterrence of future offenses.

The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 establishes permanent, universal free breakfast and lunch programs for all enrolled students at participating schools, eliminating income tests and meal debt collection. The bill significantly updates federal funding mechanisms by replacing reliance on free and reduced-price lunch data with new measures for identifying economically disadvantaged students across various education and social programs. Furthermore, it expands access to summer and afterschool meals while making technical amendments across several federal education and nutrition laws.

This Act establishes the January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund to provide financial compensation for injuries and deaths sustained by law enforcement officers defending the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The program will be administered by a Special Master appointed by the Attorney General, who will review claims for economic and noneconomic losses. The bill also mandates an additional, guaranteed payment for all eligible officers, funded in part by certain government settlement amounts related to the attack. Determinations made by the Special Master regarding compensation are final and not subject to judicial review.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

The Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act provides temporary protected status and work authorization specifically to Iranian nationals lawfully present in the U.S. whose immigration applications were stalled by a USCIS adjudication pause beginning in late 2025. This designation shields eligible individuals from accruing unlawful presence and protects them from removal while their underlying applications remain unprocessed. The Act mandates swift processing of these temporary status applications and requires regular reporting on the resolution of the paused cases.

This resolution supports designating May 10, 2026, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day." It aims to raise awareness about the significant mental health challenges and barriers to care faced by the AANHPI community. The bill encourages improving mental health literacy, increasing culturally competent providers, and adopting policies to better serve these diverse populations.

This bill, the Assault Weapon Financing Accountability Act, prohibits the use of "Buy Now, Pay Later" loans for the purchase of semiautomatic assault weapons. It makes it illegal for lenders to issue these loans and for gun dealers to knowingly accept them for these specific firearm sales. Violations carry a significant civil penalty of $100,000 per offense.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives commending public servants for their dedication to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to the American people. It specifically designates the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Public Service Recognition Week. The bill honors the millions of federal, state, and local employees and uniformed service members who support the economy and democratic foundations of the nation.

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to establish an 18-year term limit for all Supreme Court justices. Once ratified, current justices who have already served 18 years or more would immediately vacate their seats. This measure aims to introduce regular turnover to the nation's highest court.

This bill officially designates May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It calls for nationwide recognition and celebration of the significant contributions, achievements, and history of these communities to the United States. The measure emphasizes that these communities enhance the nation's diversity and strength.

The Language Access Board Act of 2026 establishes a framework to ensure individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) can meaningfully access federal programs and services. It creates a 32-member Language Access Board responsible for setting and enforcing language access standards across federal agencies. The Act mandates that federal agencies make public-facing materials accessible to LEP individuals, comparable to those provided to English speakers. Finally, the Board is empowered to investigate violations, develop corrective action plans, and report on compliance to Congress.

This bill amends the House of Representatives' rules to prohibit Members, officers, and employees from participating in certain prediction markets involving excluded commodities. The legislation aims to prevent conflicts of interest by banning trades tied to the outcome of specific events. It also expresses the sense of the House that the executive and judicial branches should adopt similar restrictions.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility at 2200 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, as the "Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building." This renaming standardizes all future references to the building across federal documents and records.

This Act nullifies three specific Department of State rules concerning foreign assistance, effectively treating them as if they never existed. It prohibits any federal agency from implementing or enforcing these rules, or any substantially similar future policies. The legislation aims to prevent the enforcement of rules related to "Protecting Life," "Discriminatory Equity Ideology," and "Gender Ideology" in foreign aid.

The Lowering Utility Bills Act aims to reduce consumer energy costs by establishing stricter federal and state guidelines for how electric transmission providers and investor-owned utilities calculate their allowed rate of return. The bill mandates using the lowest reasonable return on equity based on market data and explicitly bans passing numerous lobbying, administrative, and political expenses onto customers. Furthermore, it requires utilities to prioritize lower-cost, grid-enhancing technologies when planning new capital expenditures.

The Investing in the American Dream Act expands eligibility for Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and guarantees. It allows small businesses owned by certain lawfully present immigrants, refugees, and even some individuals residing outside the U.S. to qualify for covered loans. This legislation ensures that businesses meeting specific ownership and location criteria are not denied SBA assistance solely based on the immigration status of their eligible owners.