Legislative Activity

This bill directs the President to remove all U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran within 30 days, utilizing the authority granted by the War Powers Resolution. Congress asserts this action is necessary as it has not formally declared war or authorized military force against Iran. The resolution explicitly preserves the ability of the U.S. to defend itself, its allies, and its facilities from imminent attack, and does not interfere with intelligence-gathering activities.

The Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act clarifies and significantly expands the Secretary of the Interior's authority to develop hydropower at all Bureau of Reclamation facilities. This legislation ensures that hydropower development can proceed without impairing existing municipal water supply contracts. It also clarifies jurisdiction and the role of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding project authorizations.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." This action ensures the building is officially recognized by its new name in all records and documentation.

The Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources Act of 2026 (HEATS Act) streamlines geothermal energy development by eliminating the federal drilling permit requirement for activities on non-federal surface land when the U.S. ownership interest in the subsurface is less than 50%. This change exempts qualifying projects from major federal reviews under NEPA and the Endangered Species Act, allowing operations to commence shortly after state permit submission. The Act maintains federal oversight regarding royalty collection and excludes all activities on Indian lands.

The FIRE Act reforms how the EPA handles air quality data affected by wildfires and prescribed burns under the Clean Air Act. It establishes clearer standards for states to exclude wildfire-related air quality data from regulatory decisions, focusing on causality rather than event predictability. The bill also updates regulations regarding air quality data influenced by actions taken to mitigate wildfire risk, such as prescribed fires.

This bill reauthorizes and provides funding for the telehealth network and telehealth resource centers grant programs under the Public Health Service Act. It secures funding of over \$42 million annually for these essential telehealth initiatives from fiscal year 2026 through 2030.

The CERTAIN Act aims to accelerate infrastructure development by establishing strict timelines and processes for federal project authorizations and environmental reviews. It limits when agencies can revoke existing permits and mandates coordination across multiple agencies to ensure timely decisions. The bill also addresses staffing shortages within federal agencies responsible for these reviews to improve permitting capacity.

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative package designed to end preventable maternal mortality and close racial and ethnic disparities in maternal health outcomes. By addressing social determinants of health, expanding nutritional and mental health support, and investing in a diverse, culturally competent workforce, the bill provides a holistic framework for improving care. Through targeted federal grants, enhanced data collection, and innovative technology, the Act aims to ensure that all pregnant and postpartum individuals receive the equitable, high-quality care they deserve.

The Save Our Sequoias Act establishes a comprehensive, multi-agency framework to protect and restore giant sequoia groves from the escalating threats of wildfire, insects, and drought. The legislation creates a collaborative coalition to assess grove health, streamlines emergency protection projects, and authorizes dedicated funding and strike teams to accelerate reforestation and forest management efforts. By fostering partnerships between federal, state, and Tribal entities, the Act aims to ensure the long-term resilience and survival of these iconic trees.

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 STEAM Act aims to streamline the environmental review process for geothermal energy projects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It amends existing law to treat geothermal exploration and development similarly to oil and gas projects, applying the same expedited review procedures. This change is intended to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy resources.

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 SNAP Online Access Act of 2026 establishes a permanent, nationwide program allowing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to purchase food online. This legislation directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transition the existing pilot into a permanent system within 120 days. The Secretary must also issue regulations addressing program integrity and consumer protections within two years, following consultation with key stakeholders.

The USDA Express Loan Act of 2026 aims to speed up the approval process for certain USDA-guaranteed farm and rural business loans. It mandates a simplified application for farm loans up to $1,000,000, requiring a 5-day decision for Preferred Lenders. The bill also establishes new, tiered maximum government guarantee percentages for these farm loans.

The No Tax on Restored Benefits Act aims to prevent certain Social Security benefits from being subject to federal income tax for a limited time. This legislation specifically excludes payments resulting from changes made by the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023. The exclusion applies to benefits paid for months between the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2026.

The Feed Our Veterans Act permanently exempts all veterans from the work requirements associated with receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This legislation ensures that veterans have consistent access to food assistance without meeting specific employment criteria.

The **Fighting for Reliable Energy and Ending Doubt for Open Markets Act (FREEDOM Act)** aims to accelerate federal permitting for energy and mineral projects by establishing strict timelines, creating a compensation program for project delays, and streamlining review processes. It also includes specific provisions to improve geothermal leasing and reduce federal permitting requirements for certain oil and gas activities on non-federal land. The overall goal is to reduce regulatory uncertainty that deters investment in critical U.S. energy infrastructure.

This bill officially designates 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the vital contributions of women in U.S. agriculture. It encourages citizens to celebrate the impact of these women on the food system and empowers women to pursue leadership roles in the field.

The Farm and Family Relief Act provides targeted economic assistance to various agricultural sectors, including producers of eligible commodities, sugar beets, and specialty crops, while also delaying scheduled cost-sharing changes for SNAP benefits. Additionally, the bill establishes new programs to support timber businesses through financial assistance and creates an Office of Technology Transfer within the U.S. Forest Service to commercialize research. Finally, it terminates several specific Executive orders imposing tariffs.

The Buying American Cotton Act of 2026 establishes the Domestic Cotton Consumption Credit to incentivize the use of U.S.-grown cotton in products sold domestically. This new business tax credit is calculated based on the volume of U.S. cotton used, the market price, and where the product was processed. The bill mandates digital tracing to verify the supply chain and offers significantly increased credit multipliers for products containing U.S.-made cotton yarn or fabric.