Legislative Activity

The Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act establishes mandatory screening protocols for companies that synthesize nucleic acids or sell related equipment to prevent the misuse of high-risk biological sequences. The bill requires covered entities to verify customer identities, screen orders against a federal list of restricted sequences, and report suspicious activity to the Secretary of Commerce. Additionally, it grants the Secretary authority to enforce these standards through audits, investigations, and civil penalties to protect U.S. national security and public safety.

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 imposes sweeping economic, financial, and energy sanctions on the Russian Federation to counter its war efforts and support for global instability. Additionally, the bill extends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 through 2031 to maintain continued pressure on the Iranian regime. Together, these measures aim to isolate adversarial actors through targeted financial restrictions, trade barriers, and enhanced oversight.

The Military Readiness Through Resilient Lands Act modernizes how the Department of Defense manages natural resources on military installations by integrating advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and standardized data metrics. This legislation requires installations to use these tools to better assess ecosystem health, wildfire risks, and water quality, ensuring that environmental management directly supports mission readiness and infrastructure resilience. By streamlining data collection and reporting, the bill aims to improve both environmental stewardship and the efficiency of interagency permitting processes.

The National Guard for National Service Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program to integrate National Guard and Reserve members into federal national service initiatives. This program aims to strengthen national security and community resilience by focusing on critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity, and disaster preparedness. Additionally, the bill mandates a feasibility study to create a nationwide employment and training pipeline that provides stable career pathways for service members and their families.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has explicitly declared war or authorized the use of military force. It preserves the right of the U.S. to defend against imminent attacks and ensures that intelligence-sharing activities remain unaffected. The resolution clarifies that it does not serve as an authorization for the use of military force.

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes a nationwide statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (ART) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) while prohibiting states from imposing restrictive barriers. The bill further expands family-building support by mandating comprehensive fertility coverage across private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal employee health plans. Additionally, it guarantees expanded access to fertility services and preservation for military service members and veterans.

The Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 mandates that all state Medicaid programs provide comprehensive dental and oral health coverage for adults beginning January 1, 2027. To support this transition, the bill provides three years of 100% federal funding for these core services and establishes new national quality and equity reporting standards. Additionally, the legislation requires federal outreach programs to improve access to care and mandates a comprehensive report on the state of adult oral health in the United States.

The Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act strengthens dental coverage for children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This legislation prohibits states from imposing annual or lifetime dollar limits on dental benefits and mandates that states provide dental-only supplemental coverage. These changes ensure that low-income children have consistent, comprehensive access to necessary dental care.

Tyler's Law mandates a comprehensive study by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on the frequency, cost, and impact of fentanyl testing in hospital emergency departments during overdose cases. Following the study, the Secretary must issue guidance on whether routine fentanyl testing should become standard practice for overdose patients. This guidance will also address staff training regarding existing drug test panels and the long-term health implications of such testing.

The AADAPT Act expands access to specialized dementia care by authorizing grants for public and nonprofit health centers to integrate these services into their programs. Additionally, the bill extends federal funding authorization through 2031 to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of these critical health outcomes.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential, high-risk work performed by these skilled professionals. It pays tribute to the lineworkers who provide critical service during emergencies and recognizes those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program to better support the agricultural industry by streamlining application processes and establishing a centralized online portal for employers. The bill updates labor certification, housing, and wage requirements while expanding the definition of eligible agricultural work to include a broader range of activities. Additionally, it enhances worker protections—including new heat illness prevention standards—and provides greater administrative efficiency for federal agencies managing the program.

The GRACE for Military Survivors Act extends the window for military survivors to contribute death benefits to a Roth IRA or Coverdell education savings account from one year to three years. This change applies to benefits received on or after the date of enactment, and retroactively covers benefits received since October 7, 2001. This provides survivors with more time to utilize these tax-advantaged savings options.

This bill, the Great American Outdoors Act 250, significantly reforms and renames the existing public lands restoration fund to the America’s Legacy Restoration Fund. It secures dedicated funding streams, primarily from energy revenues and new fees on foreign visitors, to address critical deferred maintenance across the National Park Service, Forest Service, and other public land agencies. The legislation establishes strict spending priorities for infrastructure repair while also creating pilot programs for enhancing outdoor recreation and sportsmen's access. Finally, it mandates increased transparency and accountability through standardized metrics and public reporting on all funded projects.

This bill, the "Protect Local Funding Act," prohibits the finalization, implementation, or enforcement of the proposed "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" published on May 29, 2026, or any substantially similar rule. It prevents federal agencies from enacting this specific regulation concerning federal financial assistance.

This bill, the "Find Our Families Act of 2026," mandates the creation of a public, online detainee locator system for individuals in CBP and ICE custody, accessible in multiple languages. It requires timely posting of custody and location information, along with new notification requirements for medical transfers to family members. Additionally, the bill requires the public reporting of detailed information regarding CBP arrests and ongoing enforcement operations.

The Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act significantly expands and modernizes paid family and medical leave for federal workers across various agencies, including the Postal Service and Congressional staff. This legislation introduces new qualifying reasons for leave, such as recovery from domestic violence, sexual assault, or fertility challenges. It also adjusts service requirements, leave duration rules, and establishes repayment/work obligation agreements for certain paid leave.

The Drain the Slush Fund Act prohibits the federal government from paying any judgments, awards, or settlements resulting from lawsuits filed by the President or Vice President. This restriction applies to all current and future cases arising on or after January 20, 2025.

The Careworker Visa Act of 2026 establishes a new "W" nonimmigrant visa category to address the critical national shortage of childcare, eldercare, and disability support workers. This program allows families and small caregiving businesses to sponsor qualified foreign nationals for temporary employment while ensuring robust wage protections and workplace rights. The bill also includes comprehensive whistleblower protections to prevent exploitation and provides a structured pathway for eligible careworkers to maintain and renew their legal status.