Legislative Activity

The Restoring Integrity and Efficiency to Inspector General Oversight Act of 2026 abolishes the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE). The bill reassigns CIGIE’s oversight, training, and coordination responsibilities to the Office of Management and Budget, the Comptroller General, and other federal entities. This legislation aims to streamline federal accountability by redistributing these essential functions across existing government offices.

The **Comment Integrity and Management Act** aims to improve the federal regulatory process by requiring agencies to verify that electronic public comments are submitted by humans. The bill establishes new protocols for identifying and managing mass or computer-generated comments, ensuring they are handled efficiently while maintaining the public's ability to participate in rulemaking.

The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to mandate the destruction of imported goods that pose a significant public health risk and have been refused admission into the U.S. This legislation removes the option for owners to export these hazardous items and requires them to cover all destruction costs. Owners are granted due process through formal notice and hearing procedures before any destruction order is finalized.

The Defend American Agriculture Act strengthens support for the U.S. agricultural sector by increasing the Commodity Credit Corporation’s borrowing authority from $30 billion to $45 billion. This temporary expansion of funding, effective through September 30, 2031, is designed to provide enhanced financial stability and resources for American farmers and producers.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lafayette, Louisiana, as the "Rodney C. Hamilton Sr. VA Clinic." This renaming honors the legacy of Marine Corps veteran Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., who was instrumental in the clinic's establishment and dedicated his life to serving fellow veterans.

This bill primarily focuses on reauthorizing and reforming surveillance authorities under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). It extends these authorities while implementing new restrictions, including requiring a warrant for the acquisition of U.S. person communications and limiting the FBI's use of unminimized data. Additionally, the legislation establishes new criminal penalties for misuse of FISA information and prohibits the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until at least 2031 without express Congressional authorization.

The Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026 establishes new sourcing and labeling rules for ballistic-resistant body armor procured by the Department of Justice. This legislation mandates that manufacturers disclose the origin of their armor and ballistic fibers, restricting the use of "Made in America" labeling for foreign-sourced components. Ultimately, the bill prohibits the DOJ from purchasing body armor made from or containing ballistic fibers sourced outside the United States, with limited exceptions.

This bill extends key surveillance authorities under Title VII of FISA until April 20, 2029. It introduces significant new protections by requiring a warrant for targeting U.S. person communications under Section 702 and restricting how the FBI can use collected data. Furthermore, the legislation establishes new criminal penalties for unauthorized data queries and disclosures, and mandates attorney approval for certain FBI database searches.

This bill authorizes the creation of a new service ribbon to recognize National Guard members who perform homeland defense duties. The legislation acknowledges the significant contributions of the National Guard in supporting law enforcement and enhancing public safety across the United States. The ribbon may be awarded by the Secretary of the relevant military department and can be issued to the next-of-kin of deceased service members.

The Linemen Legacy Act amends the Homeland Security Act to officially classify utility line technicians as "emergency response providers." This designation ensures that linemen receive formal recognition and support when responding to major disasters or federally declared emergencies.

The Mail Ballot Integrity Act establishes federal standards that prohibit states from sending unsolicited mail-in ballots for federal elections. It limits mail-in voting eligibility to individuals who submit a formal request and meet specific criteria, such as being elderly, disabled, or temporarily absent from their county of residence.

This bill, the "Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act," aims to stop improper government payments by improving how the Social Security Administration shares death data with the federal Do Not Pay system. It mandates the SSA to provide death information to prevent and recover mistaken benefit payments. The legislation also establishes a clear standard for recording deaths and requires notifying agencies if an individual is incorrectly listed as deceased.

The Uniform Standards Protection Act of 2025 prohibits states from enforcing any law that dictates the uniform requirements for federal law enforcement officers operating within their jurisdiction. This legislation ensures that federal agents are exempt from state-level dress codes, regardless of existing state regulations. Furthermore, the Act mandates the dismissal of any pending legal actions against federal officers based on prior violations of these now-preempted state uniform rules.

The District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025 revises the standards for when Metropolitan Police Department officers can engage in vehicular pursuits, generally broadening the circumstances under which chases may be initiated. The bill removes several previous limitations on when officers can start or continue a chase, provided certain safety considerations are met. Additionally, it mandates a Department of Justice review of the feasibility and cost of implementing public warning technology, like PursuitAlert, during police chases.

The Fisheries Modernization Act of 2025 expands federal disaster relief eligibility for certain freshwater fisheries, specifically including those impacted by infrastructure-related failures. This amendment allows freshwater fisheries, like the crawfish industry, to qualify for aid due to issues like water quality problems or environmental events stemming from infrastructure operation. The bill broadens the criteria for disaster declarations while maintaining existing eligibility for marine and anadromous fisheries.

This resolution formally censures Representative LaMonica McIver following her indictment for allegedly interfering with federal officers at an immigration facility. As a result of her conduct, the House is officially expressing its strong disapproval and immediately removing her from the Committee on Homeland Security. This action is taken because her alleged actions are deemed not to reflect creditably upon the House.

The Industrial Certification for Coast Guard Veterans Act mandates a report detailing how the specialized skills of Coast Guard personnel can be transferred to the vital dredging industry. This report must analyze transferable skills, propose a recruitment strategy, and evaluate the creation of specific certifications to ease veterans' entry into maintaining nationally important waterways. The goal is to ensure a skilled workforce is available to keep critical shipping channels open for national security and economic stability.

The District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 prohibits the District of Columbia from enacting or maintaining any laws or policies that restrict cooperation with federal, state, or local entities on immigration enforcement matters. This legislation mandates that D.C. officials must share information regarding citizenship or immigration status and comply with lawful detainer requests from the Department of Homeland Security. Essentially, the Act prevents D.C. from operating as a sanctuary jurisdiction.

The Exposing Congressional Drug Abuse Act mandates that every Member of the House and Senate undergo one random drug test during their term in office. Refusal to test will result in public identification by the relevant Ethics Committee. The bill also outlines procedures for handling confirmed positive results and requires members to cover the cost of their own testing.

The Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2025 aims to standardize and nationalize racehorse health, medication control, and racetrack safety across state lines. It achieves this by establishing a new governing body, the Racehorse Health and Safety Organization (RHSO), tasked with creating science-based rules and maintaining a national safety database. The bill also mandates specialized scientific committees to develop breed-specific medication standards and establishes strict disciplinary processes for rule violations. Overall, this legislation centralizes oversight to improve industry-wide safety and integrity.