Legislative Activity

The GUARD Act expands the use of federal grant funds to help state, local, and tribal law enforcement investigate elder financial fraud, "pig butchering" scams, and general financial fraud. This legislation allows agencies to hire specialized staff, receive advanced training on emerging technologies, and acquire necessary investigative tools. Furthermore, the Act mandates comprehensive federal reports to Congress detailing the scope of these scams and the effectiveness of current enforcement efforts.

This bill reaffirms the strong alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, emphasizing its importance for security, economic growth, and shared values. It recognizes the deep economic ties, the contributions of Korean Americans, and continued commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty. The bill also supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural bonds between the two nations, and celebrates Korean Culture-Kimchi Day.

The Foreign Military Financing Loan Authorization Act of 2026 authorizes the Secretary of State to provide direct loans and loan guarantees to foreign entities for purchasing U.S. defense articles and services. This legislation also permits the Department of State to use funds from the Foreign Military Sales Administrative Surcharge fund for related activities. Furthermore, it establishes an annual reporting requirement detailing the use and national security impact of these financing tools.

The YALI Act of 2025 formally establishes and expands the Young African Leaders Initiative to invest in emerging African leaders across sub-Saharan Africa. This legislation mandates the creation of professional development, training, and networking opportunities focused on business, civic engagement, and public administration. The bill specifically supports the Mandela Washington Fellowship and requires the establishment of regional leadership centers and online networks to foster ongoing engagement and U.S.-Africa ties.

This bill officially designates the week of May 11 through May 17, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week." It recognizes the significant contributions of the more than 700,000 Taiwanese Americans across various fields, including technology and public service. The designation also acknowledges the strong economic and technological partnership between the U.S. and Taiwan.

The Bereaved Parents Rights Act mandates that hospitals and birth centers must notify parents of their options for the disposition of a fetus following a miscarriage or stillbirth. This notice must be provided quickly, and facilities must honor the parents' written choice for private burial or cremation. The Act also establishes a right for individuals harmed by violations to seek legal relief.

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.

This resolution reaffirms the foundational U.S. commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act and longstanding bipartisan policy toward Taiwan. It underscores that peace and stability in the region are vital to U.S. interests and opposes any non-peaceful efforts to determine Taiwan's future. The bill affirms the U.S. commitment to providing Taiwan with defensive arms and maintaining the capacity to resist coercion.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 6, 2026, as "National Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day." It highlights the critical public health issue of maternal mental health conditions, which affect hundreds of thousands of American families annually. The bill calls for raising awareness, improving screening and treatment access, and supporting research to better address these preventable conditions.

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.

This bill requires the Secretary of State to annually publish a list of Chinese entities engaged in mining in certain African nations that involves forced labor or causes environmental harm to protected areas. The list must identify the specific entity, the mine location, and the nature of the violation. This transparency measure aims to hold accountable PRC entities operating under concerning labor and environmental standards in key African mining sectors.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." This action ensures the building is officially recognized by its new name in all records and documentation.

This bill designates April 30, 2025, as Black April Remembrance Day to mark the 51st anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. It honors the Vietnamese American community for their resilience, contributions to the U.S., and ongoing advocacy for freedom in Vietnam. The resolution also recognizes the sacrifices made by U.S. and South Vietnamese service members during the Vietnam War.

The Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025 aims to safeguard sensitive U.S. biotechnology by controlling the export of synthetic DNA and RNA sequences. This bill establishes a license requirement for transferring these digital sequences to foreign entities of concern, particularly those linked to adversaries like the People's Republic of China. Congress finds this action necessary to prevent intellectual property theft that supports foreign military modernization and strategic technology development.

This resolution expresses strong support for the Working Families Tax Cuts, a law enacted to provide significant tax relief to working families. It highlights key provisions that prevent broad tax increases, deliver substantial refunds, and lower the tax burden for lower and middle-income earners. The bill affirms the benefits of policies designed to help families keep more of their earnings.

The Critical Undersea Infrastructure Resilience Initiative Act establishes a comprehensive federal program to protect vital subsea energy and telecommunications networks from sabotage and foreign threats. The bill specifically creates a dedicated initiative to bolster the security of undersea infrastructure near Taiwan through enhanced monitoring, rapid response protocols, and international cooperation. Additionally, it mandates sanctions against those responsible for infrastructure sabotage and requires the development of interagency contingency plans to address potential crises in the Taiwan Strait.

This resolution honors the Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces (FANK) for their vital support of U.S. forces and their courageous defense of freedom during the Vietnam War. It recognizes their critical contributions, including the evacuation of U.S. personnel, and acknowledges the immense sacrifices made by these veterans and the Cambodian people. The bill expresses profound gratitude for their partnership and celebrates the enduring impact of the Cambodian-American community.

This Act establishes a policy to shift U.S. foreign assistance toward a model led by local partners for greater efficiency and sustainability. It mandates that USAID directly fund local partners with at least 25% of obligated program funds by FY 2028. The bill also introduces new authorities and streamlines processes to simplify access, support local leadership, and improve agency staffing related to this direct funding.

The Securing Partner Supply Chains Act establishes a temporary State Department initiative to help allied and partner nations develop their own systems for screening foreign investments that pose national security risks. This program will provide technical assistance, training, and coordination to strengthen global investment security standards. The Secretary of State is required to report annually to Congress on the progress made by these partner countries.

The HOPE with Fertility Services Act mandates that employer-sponsored group health plans providing obstetrical coverage must also include comprehensive coverage for infertility and iatrogenic infertility treatments. The bill establishes clear standards for these benefits, prohibits discriminatory plan practices, and requires rigorous oversight of utilization management tools. These requirements aim to improve patient access to essential reproductive care, with enforcement and reporting provisions effective for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.