Legislative Activity

This bill establishes the Foreign Investment Review Authority (FIRA) to monitor and track foreign countries' investment commitments made to the United States. FIRA will review these "covered investments" to ensure they provide a "net economic benefit" and comply with federal ethics and transparency laws. The legislation mandates public reporting on commitment progress and grants FIRA the authority to mediate or prohibit non-compliant investments.

This bill, the Critical Defense Ownership Review Act, requires investment companies to notify the Department of Defense before acquiring a controlling interest in a major defense supplier. The DoD must then review the transaction's impact on national security and report findings to antitrust authorities. Additionally, the bill mandates a triennial review of merger and acquisition activity involving defense suppliers to assess the health of the defense industrial base.

This Act requires the Comptroller General to conduct regular assessments identifying the greatest risks to the integrity of federal funds administered by state and local governments. These reports will pinpoint systemic weaknesses that lead to waste, fraud, and improper payments. The findings will include recommendations for improving federal tools, technical assistance, and administrative practices to strengthen program integrity.

The Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act directs the Office of Personnel Management to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the federal government's current and future biotechnology workforce needs across various agencies. This assessment must detail required positions, necessary security clearances, and challenges in recruitment and retention. The resulting report will be submitted to Congress to inform future workforce planning and resource allocation in the biotechnology sector.

This resolution declares that Congress must take action to address the growing negative impact of private equity firms on essential services like housing, healthcare, and child care. It asserts that private equity ownership in these sectors has resulted in higher costs, lower quality, and reduced choices for American families. The resolution calls for comprehensive federal oversight, increased transparency, and support for alternatives that prioritize people over profit.

This bill directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran, as authorized under the War Powers Resolution. It explicitly states that military action requires future Congressional authorization, while preserving the right to self-defense and intelligence operations. The resolution clarifies that it does not grant any new authority to use military force.

The Stop Deadly Denials Act of 2026 aims to restrict the use of prior authorization requirements in Medicare Advantage plans starting in 2027. It also prohibits the implementation of certain new prior authorization testing models under traditional Medicare, especially those relying on automated decision-making without physician review. This legislation seeks to limit administrative hurdles for beneficiaries accessing necessary medical care.

This act prohibits the export of domestically produced gasoline when the average U.S. price exceeds \$3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days. The ban remains active until prices fall below that threshold for a similar period. The President retains the authority to grant exemptions based on national interest.

This bill, the End Polluter Welfare for Enhanced Oil Recovery Act of 2026, eliminates key federal tax credits for using captured carbon dioxide in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects. Specifically, it repeals the Section 43 EOR credit and removes the Section 45Q credit for carbon oxide used as a tertiary injectant in EOR. These changes are effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

This bill imposes a 50% excise tax on the windfall profits of major oil companies when crude oil prices exceed a 2025 average benchmark. Revenue generated funds a new trust, which is then used to provide quarterly, refundable gasoline price rebates to eligible individuals. The rebate amount is subject to income phase-outs and requires a valid Social Security number for full credit.

The AI-Ready Bio-Data Standards Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish standardized frameworks and definitions for biological research data. These measures aim to ensure that federally funded biological datasets are structured and accessible for effective use in artificial intelligence training and biotechnology research. The bill also mandates the creation of public repositories and advisory groups to support federal agencies and researchers in implementing these standards.

The America’s Living Library Act establishes a pilot program within the Department of the Interior to collect, sequence, and create a public database of genomic data from plants, animals, fungi, and microbes in national parks. This initiative mandates coordination across federal agencies for sample collection, long-term physical storage, and data integration with existing scientific systems. The bill authorizes specific funding for the project and supporting agencies through fiscal year 2031, with the program terminating ten years after enactment.

The "Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act" is a comprehensive bill focused on economic fairness and social support. It introduces a new wealth tax targeting individuals with assets over $1 billion, while also providing direct financial relief through 2026 Affordability Rebates. Furthermore, the bill expands Medicare benefits to include dental, hearing, and vision coverage, significantly invests in affordable housing, and establishes federal support for universal child care and a national minimum teacher salary of $60,000.

This Senate resolution acknowledges the severe oppression and forced displacement of tens of thousands of Nepali-speaking Bhutanese citizens in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It condemns these human rights violations and urges the Royal Government of Bhutan to take steps toward justice, reconciliation, and peace. Specifically, the resolution calls for the release of political prisoners, the restoration of citizenship, and the establishment of a Truth Commission to investigate past abuses.

This resolution condemns Israeli settlement expansion, settler violence, and related human rights abuses in the West Bank. It calls upon Israel to immediately halt demolitions and settlement approvals, and urges the U.S. government to impose targeted sanctions and review tax policies that may subsidize settlement activity. The bill ultimately seeks to protect the viability of a negotiated two-State solution.

This resolution aims to end alleged abuse by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following several high-profile incidents and deaths in custody. It proposes significant structural changes, including defunding and replacing ICE with a new agency under the Department of Justice with strict civilian oversight. The bill also mandates accountability measures, such as ending qualified immunity for agents and initiating impeachment proceedings against top officials.

The Stop Wall Street Landlords Act of 2026 aims to curb large corporate ownership of single-family homes. It disallows key tax deductions, such as mortgage interest and depreciation, for investors holding over $100 million in assets who own these properties. The bill also imposes a full excise tax on the sale of these homes by such investors. Finally, it prohibits Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae from financing mortgages held by these specified large investors.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act mandates the Attorney General to publicly release all unclassified Department of Justice records related to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates within 30 days of the bill becoming law. This release must include materials concerning investigations, flight logs, settlements, and internal communications, with very limited exceptions for victim privacy or active investigations. The Act strictly prohibits withholding documents due to political sensitivity or reputational harm and requires detailed justification for any redactions made.

The National Worker Cooperative Development and Support Act aims to significantly expand support for worker-owned cooperative businesses across the federal government. It establishes the United States Council on Worker Cooperatives to coordinate federal strategy, remove barriers, and promote these businesses. The bill also directs agencies like the SBA to increase outreach, education, and technical assistance, while enhancing access to capital through pilot programs and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs).

This resolution calls for banning public officials and their families from using their positions for personal enrichment through cryptocurrency ventures. It seeks to prevent conflicts of interest and foreign influence by restricting politicians from issuing or endorsing digital assets. The bill also mandates that current officials holding digital assets place them in a qualified blind trust. Finally, it requires full disclosure of crypto transactions and establishes penalties for violations.