Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses support for designating February 21-28, 2026, as "National FFA Week." It recognizes the National FFA Organization's role in developing future leaders. The resolution also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the Alaska State FFA Association.

This resolution officially designates February 2026 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month to celebrate and support CTE programs nationwide. It recognizes CTE's vital role in preparing a skilled workforce for high-demand careers and boosting American economic competitiveness. The resolution encourages promotion of CTE as a respected educational pathway for students.

This resolution expresses strong support for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams competing in the 2026 Winter Games in Milano Cortina, Italy. It applauds the athletes for their dedication and sportsmanship while recognizing the historical significance of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to hosting safe and successful Games in Los Angeles (2028) and Utah (2034).

This resolution celebrates Black History Month by recognizing the profound history and enduring contributions of African Americans to the United States. It acknowledges past injustices while honoring the achievements across all fields that have shaped the nation. The resolution encourages continued reflection and unity as we move forward with liberty and justice for all.

The Tariff Refund Act of 2026 mandates that U.S. Customs and Border Protection issue interest-bearing refunds for import duties collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act that were subsequently ruled unlawful. The bill prioritizes small businesses in the refund process and requires that larger entities pass these savings on to their customers. All refunds must be processed within 180 days of enactment, with regular progress reports provided to Congress.

The American Homeownership Act aims to increase housing affordability by restricting tax incentives for large-scale corporate investors and prohibiting federal agencies from financing their real estate acquisitions. The bill redirects savings from these tax changes to fund affordable housing construction and provide down payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers. Additionally, it strengthens antitrust oversight to prevent excessive market concentration in the residential real estate sector.

The Healthy Families Act establishes a national standard requiring most employers to provide employees with earned paid sick time, accruing at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked. This protected leave can be used for the employee's or a family member's illness, medical care, or for reasons related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. The Act strictly prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for using or requesting this time and mandates clear notice requirements regarding these new rights.

The Lifelong Learning Act amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to increase funding reservations for incumbent worker training and transitional jobs programs. It also establishes new performance reporting requirements for incumbent worker training programs. Finally, the bill expands flexibility by allowing local workforce development boards to serve as one-stop operators under specific conflict of interest safeguards.

The After Hours Child Care Act establishes the Child Care and Development Innovation Fund to improve access to child care for parents working nontraditional hours. This pilot grant program will provide funding to expand or create child care options for those working evenings, nights, or weekends. The goal is to support workforce participation and economic stability for these parents.

The Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2026 establishes a demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief and improve pre-placement services for foster youth. The Department of Health and Human Services will award grants to stabilization agencies to cover immediate needs like clothing, food, and essential support. This initiative aims to reduce placement instability and enhance the safety and self-sufficiency of foster youth awaiting placement.

The ePermit Act mandates the creation of a unified, digital system for managing all federal environmental reviews and project permits. This system will require electronic submission, real-time tracking, and public accessibility of all authorization data. The goal is to modernize the permitting process through standardized data and transparent, efficient digital workflows, while ensuring existing environmental laws are upheld.

This concurrent resolution commemorates the 15th anniversary of the tragic January 8, 2011, Tucson, Arizona, shooting. It honors the six individuals who lost their lives and recognizes the survivors, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The resolution reaffirms the importance of civility in democracy and Congress's dedication to preventing gun violence.

The Making National Parks Safer Act directs the Secretary of the Interior to assess the current state of emergency communications within the National Park System. Following this assessment, the Secretary is required to develop a comprehensive plan to implement Next Generation 911 systems across national parks to ensure reliable, interoperable emergency response.

This resolution supports designating 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer." It recognizes the vital and critical role women play in agriculture both in the United States and globally. The designation aims to honor their contributions to food systems and encourage future participation in the agricultural workforce.

This Act aims to bolster Taiwan's energy security and resilience against potential coercion or attack. It mandates the U.S. government to prioritize and facilitate increased exports of American liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Taiwan. Furthermore, the legislation promotes capacity building for Taiwan's energy infrastructure security, including cybersecurity, and encourages Taiwan to maintain nuclear power as a reliable energy source. Finally, it establishes a new insurance program for commercial vessels transporting vital goods to Taiwan under maritime threat.

The Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026 addresses growing biological threats by establishing a national strategy to secure the synthetic nucleic acid supply chain. It mandates new security regulations requiring DNA/RNA synthesis providers to screen orders and customers against dangerous sequences. Furthermore, the Act creates pilot programs and governance sandboxes to foster innovation in biosecurity technology and streamline fragmented federal oversight.

This resolution officially designates January 23, 2026, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day." It aims to raise public awareness about the critical issues of maternal mortality, morbidity, and significant health disparities in the United States. The day encourages federal, state, and local entities to take action to improve maternal safety and eliminate inequities in care.

This bill establishes the Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services to investigate and document the history of racial, ethnic, and LGBTQ+ discrimination within the U.S. armed forces since 1775. The Commission is tasked with holding hearings, gathering testimony, and developing comprehensive recommendations for Congress and the President. These recommendations will address remedies such as compensation, record correction, and policy reform to promote equity and reconciliation. The independent commission will terminate shortly after submitting its final report.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove a recent rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs concerning "Reproductive Health Services." If enacted, this resolution would nullify the VA's September 9, 2024, regulation, rendering it without legal effect.

This act prohibits the U.S. government from using taxpayer funds to reimburse any person or entity for capital investments made in Venezuela's oil and gas sector. It specifically bans payments for qualified capital expenditures related to oil and gas operations within the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.