Legislative Activity

The Deport Alien Gang Members Act amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish new grounds for inadmissibility and deportability for noncitizens associated with criminal gangs. The bill authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to formally designate criminal organizations, mandates the detention of identified gang members, and restricts their eligibility for various forms of immigration relief.

The License to Drill Act extends the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) authority to collect oil and gas permit processing fees until 2037. This extension ensures that fees collected from 2027 through 2037 are directly transferred to the BLM Permit Processing Improvement Fund.

This bill proposes amending the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a specific content descriptor for video programming that depicts or discusses gender identity, transgender, or non-binary topics. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is directed to review whether the existing TV Parental Guidelines voluntarily incorporate this descriptor and ensure its consistent transmission for programming marketed to children. If industry compliance is insufficient, the FCC must issue regulations to mandate this new descriptor, ensuring compatibility with existing parental control technologies.

The Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act prohibits the VA from reporting veterans to the NICS background check system solely because a fiduciary was appointed to manage their benefits. This legislation ensures that a VA finding of mental incompetence or the appointment of a fiduciary alone is not used to treat a veteran as a "mental defective" for gun control purposes. Furthermore, the VA must notify the Attorney General about past transmissions of this information that lacked a proper legal basis.

The "In God We Trust Act" mandates the prominent display of the national motto, "In God We Trust," on every federal public building. This requirement applies to all buildings owned or leased by the federal government within one year of the bill's enactment.

This resolution honors mothers and recognizes the significance of motherhood in raising the next generation, coinciding with Mother's Day. It affirms that mothers are, by definition, women, while also acknowledging the roles of stepmothers, adopted mothers, and single mothers. The bill expresses concern over recent challenges to the definition of "mother" and encourages the public to celebrate the women who bring life into the world.

This bill seeks to formally expunge the two impeachments of former President Donald J. Trump from December 2019 and January 2021. It asserts that the impeachments were flawed due to a lack of firsthand evidence and biased proceedings in the House of Representatives. By expunging them, the resolution treats the Articles of Impeachment as if they never passed the House.

The Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act significantly narrows the federal beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. This legislation limits reporting obligations exclusively to foreign individuals and foreign-connected companies. Furthermore, it mandates the deletion of all previously collected data pertaining to domestic persons and entities.

The Protecting Families from Fertility Fraud Act of 2026 establishes a new federal crime for knowingly misrepresenting the source of DNA used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) or artificial insemination. This offense, which applies when interstate or foreign commerce is involved, carries penalties of a fine and up to 10 years in prison. The bill also extends the statute of limitations for prosecution once the perpetrator is identified.

This resolution supports the United Nations' designation of 2026 as the "International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists." It recognizes the vital economic, social, and ecological contributions of American rangelands and the dedicated land managers who steward them. Furthermore, it encourages national efforts to promote education, research, and sustainable management practices for these essential landscapes.

The Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2026 prohibits federal agencies from mandating or enforcing the use of emissions control devices and onboard diagnostic systems on motor vehicles. This legislation repeals existing federal emissions regulations, eliminates civil and criminal liability for the modification or removal of such systems, and mandates the expungement of past related penalties.

The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act prevents federal agencies from banning the use of lead ammunition and tackle on federal lands and waters open to hunting and fishing. Exceptions to this rule are only permitted if specific, site-based field data proves lead is causing a wildlife population decline and the action is approved by or consistent with state wildlife policies.

The Stop the Sexualization of Children Act prohibits the use of federal education funds to develop or promote programs, activities, or materials for minors that include sexually oriented material. This restriction specifically targets content exposing children to nudity, stripping, or lewd dancing. The bill carves out exceptions for standard science coursework, classic literature, classic art, and major world religious texts.

The Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act of 2026 mandates state and local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement by overriding "sanctuary" policies and establishing legal protections for cooperating jurisdictions. The bill imposes financial penalties on non-compliant jurisdictions, including the loss of specific federal law enforcement grants. Additionally, it clarifies federal authority regarding immigration detainers and creates a private right of action for victims of crimes committed by individuals released in violation of these federal requirements.

The State Veterans Homes Inspection Simplification Act streamlines the regulatory process by allowing State Veterans Homes certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to be automatically deemed compliant with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements. The bill ensures continued oversight and accountability by mandating that VA inspection standards align with federal protocols and requiring that all quality and compliance data be publicly reported. Additionally, it tasks the Government Accountability Office with reviewing the effectiveness and impact of this new authority within three years.

This bill, the "Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act," prohibits state and local law enforcement agencies from hiring or retaining individuals who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. It also amends federal law regarding which firearm restrictions apply to government entities, updating specific exemptions related to firearm sales and possession.

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act prohibits federal agencies from providing funding or support for the creation and maintenance of state-level firearm ownership databases. This legislation ensures that federal resources cannot be used to track lawful gun owners, with a specific exception for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms.

This resolution expresses support for the National FFA Organization and designates February 21–28, 2026, as National FFA Week. It recognizes the FFA's vital role in developing future leaders through agricultural education. The bill also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the Alaska State FFA Association.

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 Audit the Pentagon Act of 2026 addresses the Department of Defense's repeated failure to pass a financial audit. This bill establishes automatic spending reductions for any DoD component that fails to receive a clean audit opinion after fiscal year 2025. It also outlines Congressional priorities regarding protecting wounded warrior accounts and maintaining financial controls for classified programs.