Legislative Activity

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey approximately 232.9 acres of National Forest System land in Arizona to Gila County, Arizona, without payment. Gila County must use the land to serve and support veterans, or it reverts back to the United States. Gila County will be responsible for all costs related to the conveyance.

This act officially redesignates the Chiricahua National Monument as the Chiricahua National Park, maintaining its existing boundaries. It ensures the continued protection of traditional cultural and religious sites within the new park. The Secretary of the Interior is mandated to consult with Indian Tribes regarding these sites and facilitate tribal access for traditional uses.

The Delivering for Rural Seniors Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program to test and evaluate the home delivery of food packages for low-income seniors participating in the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSF Program). This initiative provides competitive grants to State agencies to fund local entities that implement these delivery services, with a priority on serving rural areas. The Act authorizes $10 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2029 to support these projects and requires detailed reporting on their effectiveness.

This resolution recognizes the significant achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter to U.S. national defense over the last 50 years. It honors the dedicated service and sacrifice of the Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who operate and sustain this vital aircraft. The resolution celebrates the Apache's enduring role in providing unmatched close air support and precision strike capabilities for the United States and its allies.

The Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act of 2026 establishes strict new standards for federal immigration enforcement personnel regarding the use of force, requiring de-escalation and proportionality. The bill mandates increased accountability through requirements for body cameras, clear identification, and detailed reporting on force incidents. It also restricts the use of certain equipment like tear gas and mandates annual training on use of force policies and civil rights.

The Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2026 ratifies a comprehensive agreement to finally resolve the Nation's water rights claims in Arizona. The bill authorizes significant federal funding to construct essential water infrastructure, including the T lnchoh Water Infrastructure Project, to secure water delivery for the Nation. It also establishes trust and project funds to manage settlement assets and directs the protection of the cultural value of the Verde River. Finally, the Act outlines specific waivers of water-related claims by the Nation against the State and the United States upon its enforcement.

This bill mandates the U.S. Air Force to integrate depot-level maintenance coordination into its multinational exercises within the Indo-Pacific region. It requires annual planning sessions with allied nations to enhance maintenance cooperation, streamline logistics, and achieve mutual certification recognition. Furthermore, the Secretary of the Air Force must report to Congress on potential maintenance partnerships with Australia and South Korea.

This Act establishes a process for the FAA to create new rules mandating airline compensation for flight cancellations and significant delays within the airline's control. It requires the formation of a committee to develop recommendations, including specific cash compensation amounts, free rebooking, and coverage for amenities like meals and lodging. The Secretary of Transportation must then issue proposed and interim final rules to implement these passenger protections, including an immediate interim compensation of $750 for airline-caused disruptions.

The Chip EQUIP Act aims to protect U.S. semiconductor manufacturing by restricting the use of federal funding for certain foreign-made equipment. Specifically, it prohibits using federal semiconductor assistance funds to procure or install "ineligible semiconductor manufacturing equipment" made by entities of concern for a period of ten years. The Secretary of Commerce retains limited waiver authority under specific national security or supply chain conditions.

The Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2025 establishes the Office of Mountains, Deserts, and Plains within the EPA to coordinate cleanup efforts at abandoned hardrock mine sites across Federal, State, Tribal, and private lands. This Office will develop best practices, prioritize sites for action, and coordinate with various federal agencies and Tribal governments. A key focus includes developing a 10-year interagency plan for cleaning up abandoned uranium mines on the Navajo Nation. The Act emphasizes coordination and efficiency without granting the EPA new regulatory authority.

This bill officially designates the Federal building located at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona, as the "Raul M. Grijalva Federal Building." It ensures that all future official references to this location will use the new name.

The ACES Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to investigate cancer prevalence and mortality rates among active duty Armed Forces aircrew. This study will examine potential links between occupational exposures during flight duties and specific types of cancer. The findings will be reported to Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to better understand health risks for covered service members.

The MEDIC Careers Act of 2025 aims to streamline the transition of military medics into civilian healthcare careers by developing recommendations to align military training with civilian licensing requirements. It also establishes a pilot grant program to fund eligible healthcare organizations that hire, train, and retain separating service members in medically underserved areas. The goal is to reduce barriers and ensure medics can quickly utilize their valuable experience in the civilian workforce.

The Ban Corporate PACs Act restricts the ability of corporations to establish separate segregated funds for political purposes, limiting this authority exclusively to nonprofit corporations. This legislation further tightens solicitation rules, allowing only executive or administrative personnel to be asked for contributions. Any existing, non-nonprofit corporate political funds must be completely dissolved within one year of the Act's enactment.

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2025 significantly improves the TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) program for military dependents. This bill eliminates the separate monthly premium requirement for TYA coverage, making healthcare more affordable. It also removes a previous restriction on eligibility for the program.

This resolution officially designates June 30, 2025, as "Asteroid Day" to mark its tenth anniversary. It recognizes the importance of educating the public about the risks posed by asteroids and promoting planetary defense efforts. The resolution encourages continued research into asteroids as both a potential threat and a future resource.

The EdCOPS Act of 2025 establishes a new Public Safety Officer Education Assistance Program to aid in the recruitment and retention of law enforcement personnel. This program provides financial assistance for education, which eligible officers can use for themselves or transfer to their child. Benefits are contingent upon meeting specific service requirements and are administered by the Attorney General with regulations prioritizing those with greater financial need.

The Extreme Heat Economic Study Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive economic study, led by the head of NOAA, to quantify the financial costs associated with extreme heat events. This study must calculate losses across health, property damage, lost productivity, and infrastructure disruption, including the cost of human life. The resulting report will offer recommendations for a national system to track these heat-related economic impacts and must be published within four years.

The LIHEAP Parity Act aims to standardize how states receive funding under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This bill removes an outdated exception in the current funding allotment formula. Furthermore, it requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue clear regulations detailing the exact data sources and update frequency used to calculate each state's share of LIHEAP funds.

The Youth Substance Use Prevention and Awareness Act amends federal grant usage to specifically fund public service announcement (PSA) campaigns aimed at preventing substance use among young people. Grantees can now use these funds for creating and running age-appropriate PSAs across various media platforms, including funding youth-led PSA contests. Furthermore, the Attorney General is required to issue an annual report detailing the funded campaigns, the research supporting them, and their effectiveness.