Legislative Activity

The Voting Systems Protection Act establishes strict federal oversight for the seizure of election materials, requiring state officials to monitor the handling of any federally seized voting equipment or records under a court warrant. It imposes severe criminal penalties on federal officials who tamper with or destroy these materials and prohibits federal seizure of election materials during a restricted 240-day window surrounding federal elections, except in narrowly defined emergency circumstances. Furthermore, the bill mandates that federal agencies provide 48 hours advance notice to state and congressional officials before conducting any seizure.

This bill, the "Find Our Families Act of 2026," mandates the creation of a public, online detainee locator system for individuals in CBP and ICE custody, accessible in multiple languages. It requires timely posting of custody and location information, along with new notification requirements for medical transfers to family members. Additionally, the bill requires the public reporting of detailed information regarding CBP arrests and ongoing enforcement operations.

This resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the tragic Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, honoring the 49 lives lost and expressing support for all affected. It recognizes the bravery of first responders and reaffirms the nation's unity against hate and terrorism. The bill also highlights ongoing efforts toward gun safety and mental health legislation.

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 aims to redirect funding by eliminating federal tax incentives for private school scholarships. Specifically, it repeals the tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations and removes the income exclusion for certain scholarship amounts received. These changes are set to take effect starting in 2027.

The Postsecondary Student Success Act of 2026 aims to boost participation, retention, and completion rates for high-need students in higher education. It authorizes competitive grants for eligible institutions to implement proven, evidence-based student success activities. The Act reserves funding specifically for Tribal Colleges and prioritizes grants for programs using the most rigorously evaluated reforms.

The PRIDE Act of 2026 officially renames the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion at certain federal financial agencies to the Office of Minority, Women, and LGBTQI Inclusion. This expansion explicitly incorporates LGBTQI individuals and LGBTQI-owned businesses into existing diversity, inclusion, and contracting requirements. The bill adds specific definitions for "LGBTQI" and "LGBTQI-owned business" across relevant statutes.

The Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act of 2026 establishes a pathway for parents to transfer eligible federal student loans directly to their dependent child. This transfer is contingent upon the child meeting specific criteria, including demonstrating the ability to repay the debt. Once transferred, the child assumes full responsibility for the loan, while the parent is released from all obligations.

The Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2026 aims to improve fairness and efficiency in immigration proceedings by expanding access to legal information and counsel. The bill specifically guarantees government-funded legal representation for all unaccompanied children throughout their immigration proceedings. It also mandates timely access to case files for all noncitizens and requires the establishment of pro bono representation systems for children.

This resolution formally acknowledges and apologizes for the decades of federal discrimination and mistreatment against lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served in the U.S. military, Foreign Service, and civil service. It condemns past anti-LGBT policies that led to wrongful terminations and exclusions based on sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill commits the government to pursuing equal rights, protections, and respect for all current and former LGBT federal employees and service members. It explicitly states that this apology does not authorize or settle any legal claims against the United States.

This proposed constitutional amendment establishes a fundamental federal right to vote for all eligible U.S. citizens. It prohibits denying or restricting this right and mandates that states administer elections according to federal standards, including requiring same-day registration and voting. Congress is authorized to pass legislation to enforce these provisions.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to speed up the process of securing a first collective bargaining agreement after a union is certified. It establishes a mandatory timeline, including mediation and binding arbitration, if an agreement is not reached within 90 days of bargaining. This process is designed to prevent lengthy delays that currently weaken the union's position. The bill also requires a GAO report on current time-to-contract averages.

This bill, the "Magnets Value Chain Support Act of 2026," establishes new tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of permanent magnets, magnet metals, and rare earth oxides. It also creates a corresponding tax credit for businesses that use these domestically produced magnets in manufacturing critical technologies for defense, energy, and advanced electronics. The legislation aims to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign supply chains, particularly China, for these vital components.

The Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act establishes a mandatory, government-wide training program to equip federal employees with the skills needed to identify, assess, and prevent fraud and improper payments in federal programs. This program will cover best practices, relevant federal resources, and internal control mechanisms. Agency heads must ensure covered employees complete initial training within 180 days and renew it biennially, with the Treasury Department also making the training available to state, local, and tribal partners.

This Act formalizes and strengthens the trilateral partnership between the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific. It expresses Congressional support for continuing the strategic alignment established at the Camp David summit. Crucially, it mandates the establishment of a formal US-Japan-ROK Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue to deepen legislative engagement between the three nations.

The Protect Every Preschooler Act of 2026 expands the existing Gun Free School Zones Act to include early childhood education programs and preschools. This amendment broadens the definition of a "school" to ensure these younger educational settings are covered under federal gun-free zone restrictions.

The **Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act** amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to significantly improve services for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. The bill mandates better identification, specialized instruction—including access to American Sign Language and Braille—and increased training for qualified personnel across all three disability areas. It ensures these students receive comprehensive support tailored to their unique communication and access needs from early intervention through school age.

This bill expresses support for designating June 5, 2026, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2026 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The designations aim to honor the nearly 47,000 people killed by gunfire each year and raise public awareness about the devastating impact of gun violence. The resolution encourages the public to wear orange on that day and focus on community efforts to promote gun safety.

The Protecting Student Privacy Act amends the Higher Education Act to safeguard student financial aid information from being used for immigration enforcement purposes by federal, state, or local agencies. This bill specifically prohibits the sharing of this personally identifiable data with immigration enforcement entities unless compelled by a court order or with voluntary, uncoerced consent from the individual. Furthermore, the Act mandates reporting to Congress if any violations of this privacy protection occur.

The Department of Homeland Security Accountability Act of 2026 mandates that the DHS notify Congress and local representatives within 72 hours of any serious injury or death occurring in its custody or resulting from personnel actions. The bill requires independent investigations into these incidents, establishes strict evidence preservation protocols, and enforces administrative leave for employees involved in lethal force incidents. These measures aim to increase transparency and ensure rigorous oversight of DHS operations.

The DHS Release Transparency Act requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to offer detained individuals the option to designate a point of contact for release notifications. If designated, the Department of Homeland Security must notify this contact before releasing the individual, ensuring translation services are provided throughout the process. Crucially, the collected contact information cannot be used for any enforcement actions.