Legislative Activity

The American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 establishes a **Strategic Bitcoin Reserve** and a **Digital Asset Stockpile** within the Department of the Treasury to modernize U.S. national assets. This legislation mandates the secure custody of qualifying forfeited Bitcoin for a minimum of 20 years while requiring transparent, quarterly proof-of-reserve reporting. Furthermore, it directs studies on budget-neutral acquisition methods and protects the private property rights of individuals regarding their digital assets.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

The Biotechnology Workforce Alignment Act of 2026 directs the National Science Foundation (NSF) to align federal biotechnology research investments with workforce development. This involves identifying high-demand job areas, building clear career pathways, and fostering partnerships between academia and industry. The NSF will track workforce shortages and report to Congress on the effectiveness of these efforts to ensure the U.S. maintains global leadership in biotechnology.

This Act prohibits recipients of federal research funding from engaging in research collaborations with entities or individuals on specified U.S. government restricted entity lists. It mandates the creation of government-wide guidance for standardized compliance and enforcement across federal agencies. The legislation also includes a waiver authority for agency heads if necessary to advance U.S. national security or essential scientific purposes.

The Stop Gang Violence Act aims to enhance federal efforts against gang activity by expanding data collection requirements. This legislation mandates that jurisdictions reporting to the FBI must now include information on offenses suspected to be gang-related.

The Cashless Bail Reporting Act mandates that states and local governments receiving specific federal grants must report annual data on their use of cashless bail systems. This data includes the number of individuals released, subsequent failures to appear, and new arrests while on pretrial release. Furthermore, the Act requires the Attorney General to annually publish a list of jurisdictions that permit pretrial release without cash bail for certain offenses threatening public safety.

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 bill, the Servicemember Payment Data Privacy and Security Act, directs the Department of Defense to review and phase out the use of payment processing equipment and services from retailers that rely on technology linked to designated countries of concern. The goal is to secure servicemember payment data by prohibiting contracts with retailers using this covered equipment starting in 2027. The Secretary of Defense must report to Congress on the implementation of these security measures.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

The Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 comprehensively updates the role, duties, and professional requirements for chaplains across the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including the Space Force. This legislation codifies extensive protections for chaplains to practice their ministry according to their sincerely held religious beliefs without fear of reprisal or censorship. Furthermore, it establishes new leadership structures within the chaplaincies and clarifies that violations of these protections are subject to prosecution under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

The Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 prohibits the sale or importation of connected vehicles, hardware, or software originating from or controlled by designated "covered countries" (North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran). This measure aims to safeguard U.S. economic and national security against risks like espionage and cyber intrusion posed by foreign adversaries exploiting vehicle connectivity technology. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with issuing regulations to enforce these bans, which begin phasing in starting in 2027, though waivers may be granted under specific national security conditions.

The Better Energy Storage and Safety Act amends existing law to significantly expand federal focus on energy storage safety, testing, and research. It broadens program objectives to cover system modules, residential deployment, and the development of failure prevention tools. The bill mandates rigorous, standardized testing across various failure conditions and increases funding and demonstration projects specifically targeting enhanced safety protocols.

This bill establishes a rebuttable presumption that members of the Armed Forces should be authorized to carry personal firearms on military installations when off-duty. It amends existing law to require that requests for authorization begin with the assumption of approval. Any denial must be provided in writing and include specific, objective reasons.

This bill mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) share a veteran's history of opioid prescriptions with their non-VA healthcare providers participating in the Community Care program. This information sharing will occur through a designated Third Party Administrator. The goal is to ensure community providers have critical prescription history for safer veteran care.

This Act strengthens national security by expanding the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review of real estate transactions involving foreign adversaries. It specifically targets purchases of farmland and property near sensitive national security sites. The legislation introduces a presumption that such "elevated risk" transactions pose unresolvable risks, placing a high burden on CFIUS to prove otherwise. Furthermore, it mandates consideration of U.S. food security during transaction reviews and ensures state laws restricting foreign adversary land ownership remain in effect.

The FORGE Act establishes the Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor Technology (FIRST) program within the Department of State. This program aims to promote the responsible international deployment of U.S. civil nuclear energy, particularly Small Modular Reactors. It focuses on advocating for U.S. technology abroad while ensuring partner countries adhere to high safety and nonproliferation standards.

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.

Logan's Law establishes a publicly accessible **Violent Criminal Offender Database** containing federal and state records of qualifying convictions. It mandates that states receiving Byrne JAG grants must submit this conviction data or risk losing funding. Additionally, the bill requires the Attorney General to report on and recommend improvements for criminal record sharing between states and federal entities.

The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act aims to significantly expand and update the U.S. national strategy for quantum information science, engineering, and technology. This bill focuses on strengthening research, developing a robust domestic workforce, securing the supply chain, and enhancing international cooperation in quantum technologies. It achieves this by updating program definitions, expanding agency responsibilities across the federal government, and establishing new centers and coordination hubs.

The Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act revises federal energy efficiency standards for government buildings. This bill ensures that the use of fossil fuels will not automatically disqualify a federal building from receiving a green building certification. It also repeals outdated energy efficiency regulations and sets a deadline for the Secretary of Energy to issue updated rules.