Legislative Activity

The North Korean FAKER Act aims to disrupt North Korea’s use of fraudulent remote IT employment schemes to generate illicit revenue for its weapons of mass destruction programs. The bill directs the State Department to coordinate with international allies and the private sector to detect, deter, and publicly attribute these deceptive activities. Additionally, it mandates regular reporting to Congress and enhances the Rewards for Justice program to help dismantle these global financing networks.

The Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act of 2026 strengthens U.S. global health leadership by prioritizing maternal and child survival in foreign assistance programs. The bill establishes a strategic initiative to scale up access to life-saving interventions, including multiple micronutrient supplement (MMS) prenatal vitamins, to reduce preventable deaths in high-need countries. By setting clear targets and reporting requirements, the Act aims to improve birth outcomes and child health while advancing U.S. foreign policy and economic interests.

The STOP Payments Fraud Act of 2026 aims to strengthen bank oversight and combat payment fraud by updating the Expedited Funds Availability Act. This bill standardizes rules for check fund availability and introduces new exceptions allowing financial institutions to delay access to deposited funds when fraud is reasonably suspected, including for wire transfers. It also protects consumers from overdraft fees if a delay in wire transfer availability solely causes the overdraft, provided proper notice was given.

The Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2025 aims to improve consumer credit profiles by allowing more on-time rent, utility, and telecom payments to be reported to credit agencies. This change permits landlords and service providers to share positive payment history, potentially boosting credit scores for responsible consumers. Consumers retain the right to opt-out of this expanded reporting. The bill also mandates a GAO study on the impact of this new data on consumer credit scores.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 340 East 1st Street in Tustin, California, as the "Ursula Ellen Kennedy Post Office Building." All official references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

The REG Act of 2026 mandates that federal securities agencies must evaluate the cumulative impact of new rules alongside existing and proposed regulations. This change requires agencies to consider the combined effect of regulations when assessing whether they promote efficiency, competition, and capital formation. The bill amends key provisions across four major securities laws to incorporate this cumulative consideration requirement.

The PROFIT Act of 2026 significantly restructures the State Department to prioritize economic diplomacy. It establishes a new Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment to oversee key economic functions, alongside creating new Assistant Secretary roles for Sanctions Policy, Energy Security, and Water/Environment/Space Affairs. The bill also bolsters economic expertise within the Department and establishes an International Technology Security and Innovation Fund.

This bill strengthens U.S. access to critical minerals by authorizing international partnerships and agreements to build secure, transparent supply chains with allies. It establishes Energy Security Compacts to diversify energy and mineral sources while protecting American jobs and the environment. Finally, the legislation creates new leadership roles and exchange programs at the State Department to build a skilled domestic mining workforce and counter foreign leverage over essential resources.

The BOOST American Business Act aims to strengthen U.S. commercial diplomacy by establishing a dedicated Commercial Diplomatic Service within the Department of State. This new service will focus on providing specialized support to American businesses seeking to compete in international markets. The bill consolidates fragmented commercial efforts under the Secretary of State and mandates specialized training and recruitment for these officers. Ultimately, the goal is to prioritize commercial advocacy within U.S. foreign policy to enhance economic security.

This bill establishes the "Deter PRC Aggression Against Taiwan Act" to prepare for immediate U.S. sanctions against entities supporting aggression toward Taiwan. It mandates the creation of an interagency task force to identify targets and develop comprehensive sanctions strategies in coordination with allies. The Act explicitly states it does not alter existing U.S. policy regarding Taiwan, ensuring any imposed sanctions require further Congressional authorization.

This bill aims to bolster U.S. shipbuilding capacity and reduce reliance on China by expanding port infrastructure financing and requiring detailed reports on Chinese state-owned shipbuilding enterprises. It establishes a comprehensive strategy to coordinate with allies on maritime security, supply chain resilience, and workforce training. The legislation also creates new diplomatic roles and international frameworks to counter unfair foreign shipbuilding practices.

This resolution strongly condemns the politically motivated assassination attempt against President Trump at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner. It denounces all forms of political violence as antithetical to democracy and commends the swift action of law enforcement. Furthermore, the bill urges national unity, peaceful resolution of differences, and increased funding for the Secret Service.

The Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources Act of 2026 (HEATS Act) streamlines geothermal energy development by eliminating the federal drilling permit requirement for activities on non-federal surface land when the U.S. ownership interest in the subsurface is less than 50%. This change exempts qualifying projects from major federal reviews under NEPA and the Endangered Species Act, allowing operations to commence shortly after state permit submission. The Act maintains federal oversight regarding royalty collection and excludes all activities on Indian lands.

The Stop DEI Act prohibits federal funding for colleges and universities that consider race, sex, ethnicity, color, or national origin in ways that violate existing federal civil rights laws. This measure targets institutions of higher education receiving federal funds.

The Payments Access and Consumer Efficiency Act of 2026 (PACE Act) establishes a federal registration process, overseen by the Comptroller of the Currency, for large, multi-state payment service providers. This registration subjects providers to strict customer protection standards, including 1:1 reserve requirements and robust risk management rules similar to those for stablecoin issuers. Furthermore, the Act prioritizes customer claims in insolvency proceedings and grants registered providers access to Federal Reserve payment systems. Finally, it clarifies that balances held with these registered providers are not considered securities under federal securities laws.

This bill, the "Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act," establishes that certain drunk driving offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury are considered aggravated felonies for immigration purposes. It also makes any alien convicted of a drunk driving offense inadmissible to the United States. These changes take effect immediately upon enactment and apply to actions taken on or after that date.

This resolution condemns the People's Republic of China's coercive military and economic actions against Japan following statements regarding Taiwan. It reaffirms the strong U.S.-Japan alliance and commitment to regional stability. Furthermore, the bill calls on the PRC to cease its pressure tactics and urges the U.S. to work with allies to counter such coercion in the Indo-Pacific.

The GUIDE Act establishes a program within the Bureau of Disaster and Humanitarian Response to recruit, train, and retain specialized professionals. This initiative aims to ensure the Bureau has the necessary expertise in areas like logistics, public health, and engineering to effectively manage complex international disaster assistance operations.

The SEEDS Act of 2026 expands investment options for Coverdell education savings accounts ("Trump accounts") by allowing them to include digital asset indexes. Additionally, the bill makes the Trump accounts contribution program permanent by removing its scheduled expiration date.

The No More SCAMS Act establishes a Federal Fraud Interagency Task Force to aggressively investigate fraud involving federal funds across key government agencies. This Task Force will improve coordination between federal entities, develop best practices for fraud prevention, and focus on recovering misused taxpayer dollars. The Act mandates regular reporting on investigation outcomes, fraud trends, and recommendations for strengthening anti-fraud measures.