Legislative Activity

The Clean Water for All Life Act establishes a federal criminal offense for providing chemical abortion drugs without a health care provider being physically present for an examination. The bill also mandates that providers supply patients with specific medical waste disposal kits to ensure the proper handling of biological materials. Violations of these requirements are punishable by fines and imprisonment.

The Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act establishes new federal standards for states issuing Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) to individuals who do not reside in that state. This bill sets specific, strict requirements for foreign nationals seeking a CDL, including proof of lawful status and job-related visas, while also outlining distinct procedures for applicants residing in U.S. territories. The legislation mandates enhanced record-keeping and reporting by states to the Secretary of Transportation regarding these non-domiciled licenses.

The Combating Chinese Communist Party Influence Act requires the Director of National Intelligence to produce a comprehensive assessment of the Chinese Communist Party’s foreign malign influence activities across key global regions. This legislation mandates that the intelligence community analyze the impact of these activities on U.S. national security, alliances, and financial systems. The resulting reports will be submitted to Congress to provide greater transparency and oversight regarding these strategic challenges.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.

The Shall Not Be Infringed Act of 2026 mandates that state and local governments allow civil lawsuits against them if a person is harmed by a firearm within a designated "gun-free zone." To remain eligible for federal Byrne-JAG and COPS law enforcement grants, jurisdictions must permit individuals authorized to carry firearms to sue for damages if they could have averted harm in such zones. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in a reduction of up to 99 percent of federal grant funding.

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the military death gratuity payment for survivors of deceased service members from $100,000 to $200,000. Additionally, the bill establishes an annual cost-of-living adjustment to ensure the benefit keeps pace with inflation starting in 2027.

The American Families First Assistance Act restricts eligibility for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits for most legal immigrants. While it establishes a general prohibition on these benefits for "qualified aliens," the bill provides specific exceptions for certain categories of immigrants as defined by existing federal law.

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 recognizes the 10th anniversary of the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export shipment from the lower 48 states in February 2016. It celebrates this milestone as a turning point that established the U.S. as a leading global LNG supplier, significantly boosting economic growth and strengthening international energy security. The bill honors the innovation and hard work that supported this vital sector.

The Chloe Cole Act of 2026 establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals to sue healthcare professionals and institutions for damages related to gender-transition medical interventions performed on them as minors. The bill permits lawsuits regardless of when the intervention occurred and sets a statute of limitations extending 25 years past the individual's 18th birthday. Additionally, it mandates strict liability for such interventions performed after the Act's enactment.

The Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 aims to support the Iranian people by expanding access to uncensored internet and communication technologies. The bill strengthens U.S. policy against regime repression by mandating investigations into human rights abuses and establishing a new Treasury initiative to combat corruption and money laundering by Iranian officials. Additionally, it enhances congressional oversight of sanctions and promotes independent media to counter state-sponsored censorship.

This Act establishes a "zero-based" system requiring specific federal energy and environmental regulations to automatically expire unless actively renewed. Covered agencies must set expiration dates for existing rules within one year and for new rules within five years. Agencies can extend these deadlines only after providing public notice and comment on the regulation's costs and benefits.

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 Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct Act (SCAM Act) holds online platforms accountable for displaying fraudulent or deceptive paid advertisements. It mandates that platforms implement strict advertiser verification procedures and actively detect and remove scam ads. This legislation establishes a private right of action for injured consumers and clarifies that existing Section 230 immunity does not apply to violations of this Act.

The Methane Monitoring Science Act of 2026 directs NASA to develop a comprehensive, science-based strategy for assessing and improving methane monitoring capabilities across ground, air, and space-based systems. This strategy aims to enhance the detection of methane emissions, including large events, to strengthen American energy security. The plan must facilitate the rapid mitigation of methane leaks and ensure data is accessible to state, local, academic, and commercial entities.

The Disaster Zone Energy Affordability and Investment Act allows businesses in federally or state-declared disaster areas to transfer certain unused general business tax credits from prior years. This provision is designed to help affected taxpayers by converting these credits into usable funds based on their eligible operating expenditures within the disaster zone. The credits apply to investments made following disasters declared after December 31, 2023.

This bill, the No Federal Funds for Ballot Harvesting Act, prohibits the use of federal election administration funds in any state that permits third parties to collect and transmit absentee ballots. It mandates that states must ban the practice commonly known as "ballot harvesting" to remain eligible for federal election funding. Exceptions are made for election officials, mail carriers, and immediate family or caregivers of the voter.

The Incentivize Savings Act mandates how federal agencies must handle unspent appropriations by dedicating the majority to debt reduction and allowing a portion for employee retention bonuses. This legislation also restricts future budget requests to only account for inflation unless the agency fully spends its prior allocation. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage fiscal responsibility by linking unspent funds to debt reduction and limiting budget growth.