Legislative Activity

The HELP Separated Children Act establishes comprehensive procedures to protect the rights and ensure the well-being of children when their parents are apprehended during immigration enforcement actions. It mandates that DHS officials identify detained parents, provide them with immediate access to make childcare arrangements, and facilitate ongoing communication and legal participation in child welfare and custody proceedings. The bill also requires mandatory training for personnel and extensive data collection to track the outcomes for these families.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to establish and protect the fundamental right to vote for every eligible U.S. citizen. It sets a strict standard requiring any voting restrictions to serve a compelling government interest using the least restrictive means. Furthermore, the amendment would repeal language in the 14th Amendment that allows states to deny voting rights for reasons other than rebellion and grants Congress enforcement power.

This resolution designates April as Community College Month to honor the vital role community colleges play in providing accessible higher education and workforce training nationwide. It recognizes these institutions for supporting over 10 million students and significantly advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.

This bill, the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act, explicitly repeals Executive Order 14399, which attempted to regulate mail-in voting. It prohibits federal agencies, including the Postal Service, from using funds to create national voter/citizenship databases or interfere with state administration of absentee and mail-in ballots. The Act reaffirms that states, not the federal government, control federal election procedures.

The Climate Change Education Act establishes a federal program, managed by NOAA, to fund comprehensive climate change education for all ages. This initiative aims to increase climate literacy through formal schooling and nonformal programs, focusing on solutions, adaptation, and climate justice. The Act authorizes grants to K-12 systems, higher education, professional associations, and youth corps to develop and implement climate-focused learning and applied research.

The Drug Deal Disclosure Act mandates the public release of all federal government agreements with drug manufacturers concerning pricing, sales, and import conditions. This transparency requirement applies to specific existing deals and any future agreements made after enactment. The law strictly limits what information can be withheld, preventing redactions based on political embarrassment. Finally, it requires analyses from the CBO and GAO on the economic and budgetary effects of these disclosed deals.

This bill reauthorizes the popular Breast Cancer Research Stamp program, extending the authority for the U.S. Postal Service to sell the special stamp until 2037. The stamp continues to raise crucial funds, with the additional purchase amount going directly to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Defense (DoD) for breast cancer research.

This bill, the Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act, fundamentally changes how partnership interests received as compensation—often by investment managers—are taxed. It redefines the valuation of these interests and introduces a new mechanism that generally requires the income to be treated as ordinary income rather than long-term capital gains. The legislation aims to eliminate preferential tax treatment for compensation derived from investment or asset development businesses.

The Rehabilitation Through Reading Act of 2026 establishes a formal process for banning books in federal prisons, requiring approval from a newly created Publication Review Committee. This committee must include diverse members, such as an incarcerated individual and a professional librarian. The Act also mandates annual reporting to Congress on all banned books and the status of related appeals.

The Prison Libraries Act of 2026 establishes a grant program administered by the Attorney General to fund library services within correctional facilities. This initiative aims to support incarcerated individuals' reintegration, reduce recidivism, and expand educational opportunities. Grants will support modern library resources, qualified staffing, and diverse programming, while prohibiting fees for core library services.

The Faster Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Act of 2026 aims to streamline the construction and alteration of VA facilities. This bill directs the VA to utilize recognized commercial building codes and standards instead of federal ones where appropriate. It mandates at least three annual pilot projects to test this new approach between 2027 and 2031, with required reporting to Congress.

This bill expands VA healthcare access for veterans in U.S. territories by allowing those in American Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands to receive hospital care in the United States. It also establishes a new program for the VA to assign traveling physicians to provide care in various U.S. territories and possessions. The legislation aims to improve medical services for veterans residing outside the continental U.S.

This bill expands federal Do Not Call protections to cover all phone numbers, including business and cell lines, and lowers the threshold for what constitutes a violation. It also updates the definition of an automatic telephone dialing system (ATDS) to better capture modern robocalling technology. The goal is to strengthen consumer protection against unwanted automated calls.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act repeals federal tax incentives that encourage private donations to scholarship granting organizations. Specifically, it eliminates the tax credit for contributions and the exclusion of certain scholarship amounts from gross income. This legislation aims to redirect financial support toward public education systems.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule recently issued by the Department of Education concerning the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. If enacted, this resolution would prevent the published rule from taking effect or being enforced.

The SAFE Act extends and reforms key foreign surveillance authorities under Section 702 of FISA through 2028 while significantly strengthening privacy protections for Americans. It mandates strict warrant requirements for the FBI to access U.S. persons' communications collected under this authority and introduces sweeping reforms across FISA to increase judicial oversight, transparency, and accountability for government misuse of surveillance powers. Furthermore, the bill bans intelligence agencies from purchasing Americans' sensitive data from commercial brokers without a court order.

This resolution designates April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month" to celebrate the vital role native plants play in sustaining healthy ecosystems and preserving our natural heritage. It highlights the environmental and economic benefits of these indigenous species while raising awareness about the importance of their conservation.

This concurrent resolution supports the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility. It celebrates the achievements, leadership, and cultural contributions of the transgender community while acknowledging the ongoing challenges and discrimination they face. The resolution affirms the right of transgender individuals to live with dignity and equal rights.

The Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act of 2026 establishes a new annual federal wealth tax on individuals and trusts with a net worth exceeding $50 million. The bill mandates strict reporting requirements, increases IRS enforcement and audit capacity, and authorizes $100 billion in funding for agency modernization and compliance. These measures aim to ensure accurate asset valuation and prevent tax avoidance by the nation's wealthiest taxpayers.

The Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026 comprehensively updates federal housing laws for Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska Natives. This bill aims to increase tribal flexibility in using technical assistance and procurement funds while streamlining environmental review requirements for housing projects. It also establishes new rental assistance programs for homeless veterans and creates pilot programs to address homelessness in tribal and Native Hawaiian communities. Finally, the Act reauthorizes key funding mechanisms and establishes a formal Tribal Intergovernmental Advisory Committee within HUD.