Legislative Activity

The Jewish American Security Act addresses the rising threat of antisemitism across the nation. This bill mandates new protections for Jewish students in educational settings and significantly increases funding and administrative support for securing Jewish community institutions. Furthermore, it requires increased transparency from large online platforms regarding their moderation of antisemitic content and mandates federal assessments of domestic and transnational antisemitic threats.

The Residential AED and CPR Preparedness Act of 2026 establishes a grant program to increase access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and CPR training in eligible federally assisted multifamily housing complexes. This funding allows housing owners, in partnership with healthcare entities, to purchase equipment, develop emergency response plans, and train residents and staff. The goal is to enhance cardiac emergency readiness in these communities through comprehensive preparedness programs.

The Gambling Disorder Health Study Act mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a comprehensive research program to better understand gambling disorder. This research will investigate the disorder's origins, long-term impacts, and the influence of modern gambling technologies like mobile sports betting. The bill also requires annual reports to Congress detailing findings and offering recommendations for public health actions and policy changes.

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.

The HUD Data Privacy Act of 2026 establishes strict limits on how the Department of Housing and Urban Development can share personal information collected from housing assistance recipients. Information may only be shared with other entities for the specific purposes of benefit qualification verification and benefit determination. This Act explicitly prohibits the use of shared data for civil immigration enforcement purposes.

The Afterschool for All Act establishes a new competitive grant program to fund high-quality afterschool, before-school, and summer learning opportunities for K-12 students. These grants will support partnerships between schools and community organizations to provide academic enrichment, youth development, and family engagement services. The bill also significantly increases funding for the existing Community Learning Centers program.

This bill, the PRICE Act, establishes new transparency and fairness requirements for third-party delivery platforms regarding how they calculate and display fees. It mandates that delivery fees must be based only on the order total and delivery factors, not on user characteristics or store negotiations. The legislation ensures users see clear breakdowns of item prices and fees before payment, with enforcement handled by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general.

The RAD Conversion Continuity Act streamlines the transition of public housing projects into the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program by allowing them to retain their existing housing plan approvals. This legislation ensures regulatory consistency by requiring projects to maintain original terms, conditions, and certification processes throughout the conversion.

The Supreme Court Ethics and Investigations Act establishes two independent offices within the Supreme Court to enhance judicial accountability. The Office of Ethics Counsel will provide guidance and mandatory training for justices on conduct and financial disclosures, while the Office of Investigative Counsel will be empowered to investigate and report on ethics complaints filed against justices.

The Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2026 mandates a transition to secure, chip-enabled EBT cards to better protect Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from fraud and skimming. The bill requires states to implement modernized digital account management tools, establishes new federal cybersecurity standards for online transactions, and prohibits fees for replacing compromised or malfunctioning cards. Additionally, it provides funding to help retailers upgrade to secure payment terminals and requires regular reporting to Congress on program security and benefit theft trends.

This bill authorizes the Pride flag to be displayed at all units of the National Park System. Additionally, it expresses the sense of Congress that the Pride flag should be restored and prominently displayed at the Stonewall National Monument in New York.

The Secure Firearm Storage and Suicide Prevention Act of 2026 aims to reduce firearm-related injuries and suicides, particularly among youth. It directs the Secretary of Education to develop national best practices for secure firearm storage and suicide prevention education. Local educational agencies must then create and distribute tailored guidance incorporating these federal standards to students and parents annually.

This Act prohibits federal officials from initiating or pursuing criminal investigations or prosecutions based on a person's political associations or beliefs. It mandates specific attestations in legal documents confirming the absence of political motivation and establishes a right to sue for violations. Furthermore, the bill reforms grand jury procedures to allow for dismissal of politically motivated indictments and strictly prohibits White House influence over individual Justice Department decisions.

The GRADUATE Act amends tax law to transform the existing student loan interest deduction into a broader education loan deduction, effective after 2025. This new deduction allows taxpayers to deduct the total amount paid on qualified education loans, up to a maximum of \$10,000 plus an additional \$500 per dependent. The maximum deduction amount is subject to an income-based phase-out, beginning when Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) exceeds \$125,000 for individuals or \$250,000 for married couples filing jointly.

The SAFE VISITS Act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to annually analyze and share information regarding potential threats posed by visiting foreign nationals seeking access to state, local, Tribal, and territorial government officials or facilities. Based on this analysis, DHS must provide guidance to these governments on mitigating security risks. Furthermore, DHS must proactively offer assistance and vetting support for identified high-risk targets.

This bill permanently authorizes an emergency safety and security grant program for public housing agencies. The program provides dedicated federal funding to improve security measures, such as cameras and lighting, and address critical health and safety needs like fire and temperature control. Public housing agencies can apply for grants to purchase, install, or repair these essential safety improvements.

The ICE OUT Act reforms the standards for qualified immunity for federal immigration agents from ICE and CBP when they are sued for law enforcement activities. This legislation specifically removes immunity for claims involving the use of excessive force. For all other civil rights claims, agents must meet a "clearly established law" standard to claim immunity.

The Federal Correctional Officer Paycheck Protection Act of 2026 establishes a special pay system to increase the base pay for Bureau of Prisons (BOP) correctional officers by 35 percent. This legislation also provides a similar 35 percent wage increase for certain hourly BOP employees involved in inmate custody. The new pay authority is set to expire after five years, unless the Department of Justice Inspector General reports measurable progress in reducing the use of non-custodial staff for officer duties and excessive overtime.

The Honest Oversight of Ticketed Dining and Onsite Grub (HOTDOG) Act mandates the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to study concession pricing at publicly subsidized sports and entertainment venues. This study will compare in-venue food and drink prices against those in surrounding communities. The FTC must then report its findings and recommendations to Congress within one year to improve pricing transparency and affordability for consumers.

The Immigration Court Due Process Protection Act of 2025 restricts Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers from arresting or detaining individuals attending or departing from immigration court proceedings or scheduled appointments, unless a judicial warrant is present or an imminent threat exists. The bill mandates specific supervisory approval for arrests during scheduled check-ins. Furthermore, it requires the DHS Inspector General to submit an annual report to Congress detailing compliance with these new protections.