Legislative Activity

The Lowering Energy Costs through Grid Modernization Act aims to improve electrical grid efficiency and reliability by incentivizing the use of advanced transmission conductors. The bill streamlines the environmental review process for modernization projects and expands clean electricity investment tax credits to include high-performance transmission upgrades. These measures are designed to increase capacity, reduce congestion, and lower energy costs for consumers.

The High-Capacity Grid Act mandates that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) establish a "best-available transmission conductor" standard based on capacity, efficiency, and sag mitigation. This legislation requires FERC to presume that using these advanced conductors in covered transmission projects is prudent and cost-justified. Conversely, using anything less than the best-available conductor will be presumed imprudent in rate cases.

The TRUTH in Coverage Act of 2026 mandates that group health plans and insurance issuers covering "sex-rejecting procedures" must also provide comprehensive coverage for restorative care to address the resulting physical and psychological harms. The bill establishes strict standards to ensure that such restorative services are not subject to more restrictive financial requirements or treatment limitations than other standard medical and surgical benefits.

This resolution honors the life and public service of the late Senator Lindsey Graham while formally condemning Omar Suleiman for his public remarks celebrating the Senator's death. Additionally, the bill acknowledges Suleiman’s 2019 invitation to serve as a Guest Chaplain in the U.S. House and reaffirms support for efforts to address the perceived dangers of Sharia Law to American constitutional principles.

The Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act prohibits payment card networks and processors from assigning specific merchant category codes to firearms retailers. This legislation aims to protect consumer privacy by preventing the tracking of firearm and ammunition purchases through specialized financial classification. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcing these provisions and reporting annually on compliance.

The Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 proposes making daylight saving time the permanent, year-round standard time across the United States. By advancing standard time zones by one hour, the bill eliminates the need for biannual clock changes. Additionally, it provides states that currently observe standard time year-round the option to maintain their existing timekeeping practices.

The National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated division within the Department of Justice to centralize and strengthen the federal government's response to sophisticated fraud. Led by a Senate-confirmed Assistant Attorney General, this division will oversee multi-jurisdictional investigations, coordinate national enforcement priorities, and propose systemic reforms to protect federal programs and U.S. citizens.

The Federal Responsibility and Accountability for Unchecked Dereliction (FRAUD) Act mandates that state officials report significant instances of fraud involving federal funds to the FBI. To ensure compliance, states must certify that these reports have been filed to remain eligible for federal funding. The bill also establishes criminal penalties for officials who knowingly fail to report fraud or obstruct related investigations.

The Veterans Health Administration Personnel Transparency and Accountability Act improves oversight by requiring the VA to publish staffing and vacancy data on a monthly basis. This legislation enhances reporting granularity by mandating that data be broken down by specific job occupation in addition to individual medical facility. These updates ensure more frequent and detailed transparency regarding the workforce needs of the Veterans Health Administration.

The Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2025 aims to protect students' rights to join single-sex social organizations at colleges receiving federal funding. This bill prevents institutions from taking adverse action against students or groups solely because of sex-based membership policies. It ensures these organizations are treated fairly compared to other campus groups regarding participation and privileges. Ultimately, the Act safeguards a student's freedom to choose their associations, including single-sex clubs.

This bill, the "Stop Lawmakers From Predicting Act," prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from trading on prediction markets based on government policy, political outcomes, or information gained through congressional service. Violations result in significant financial penalties levied against the responsible Member, which cannot be paid using official or campaign funds. The supervising ethics office is tasked with issuing guidance and enforcing these new restrictions.

The USCP Empowerment Act of 2025 grants the United States Capitol Police Board new authority to detect, disrupt, or seize unmanned aircraft systems (drones) that pose a credible threat to Capitol facilities. This allows the USCP to override certain communication interception laws when necessary to neutralize a threat. The Act mandates strict privacy safeguards for any intercepted communications and requires regular reporting to Congress on the use of these new powers.

The Affordable Homes for Veterans Act of 2026 establishes a mandatory 45-day processing timeline for all applications to assume a VA-guaranteed home loan. This legislation also requires the VA Inspector General to assess loan servicer compliance with this new deadline and report findings to Congress. The bill aims to ensure timely and equitable processing for veterans utilizing loan assumption benefits.

This bill amends existing law to withdraw and reserve approximately 21,782 acres of federal land near Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona, for indefinite military use. The land remains subject to certain non-military uses, like wildlife conservation, as long as they do not interfere with military readiness. The Secretaries of the Interior and the Army will jointly manage the land to balance military security with other public interests.

The **Take Care of America’s Veterans Act** is a comprehensive bill designed to strengthen benefits and modernize services across compensation, education, health care, and VA operations. It eliminates benefit offsets for disabled retirees, expands educational flexibility, sets new standards for timely health care access, and invests in VA technology and infrastructure. Overall, the legislation aims to provide faster, fairer, and more comprehensive support for veterans and their families.

This bill, the "Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act," expands existing right-to-try laws to include investigational individualized medical treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses. It establishes specific eligibility criteria for patients and manufacturers, including requirements for physician certification and enhanced informed consent. The legislation also extends existing liability protections to cover these personalized treatments.

The MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 aims to streamline the transition of military medics into civilian healthcare careers by requiring federal agencies to develop recommendations for credential recognition and employment pathways. It also establishes a pilot program to award grants to healthcare providers in underserved areas to hire, train, and retain separating service members. The legislation seeks to remove barriers and create better alignment between military medical experience and civilian licensing requirements.

The "No Safe Haven for Terrorist Families Act" amends immigration law to bar entry to and mandate the deportation of specified close family members of foreign threat actors, including designated terrorists and senior officials from adversarial nations. This measure expands inadmissibility grounds to address national security risks posed by relatives of individuals involved in terrorism, state sponsorship of terrorism, or significant corruption. The Act requires mandatory visa revocation and prioritizes the removal of these inadmissible individuals, eliminating most forms of discretionary relief.

This resolution supports Prime Minister Netanyahu's initiative to transition the U.S.-Israel relationship from traditional military aid to a new framework focused on mutual defense cooperation and joint economic investment. It recognizes Israel's crucial role in recent joint military operations against Iran. Furthermore, the bill strongly condemns the rising tide of antisemitism both domestically and globally.

This bill aims to recognize and support veterans exposed to toxic environments during service at specific Department of Energy facilities and the Nevada Test and Training Range/National Security Site. It establishes presumptions of toxic exposure and service connection for related diseases to streamline disability benefits claims. Furthermore, the Act mandates the creation of a veteran registry and a scientific study to better understand the health impacts of these exposures.