Legislative Activity

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes a nationwide statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (ART) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) while prohibiting states from imposing restrictive barriers. The bill further expands family-building support by mandating comprehensive fertility coverage across private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal employee health plans. Additionally, it guarantees expanded access to fertility services and preservation for military service members and veterans.

The CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act strengthens national emergency response by formally integrating Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations into public health preparedness programs. The bill increases overall funding and establishes a dedicated 5% Tribal set-aside, ensuring these entities have direct access to resources and flexible administrative requirements. Additionally, it mandates a comprehensive review to evaluate program effectiveness and identify further improvements for Tribal public health infrastructure.

This resolution recognizes July 21, 2026, as Black Women’s Equal Pay Day to highlight the persistent and significant wage gap between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It calls attention to the systemic racial and gender-based barriers contributing to this disparity and reaffirms a commitment to achieving true pay equity.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 185) establishes new enforcement tools to prevent the U.S. Attorney General from withholding or concealing records related to Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and their criminal network. The bill grants victims, state law enforcement, and members of Congress the legal authority to sue for access to unredacted files and mandates strict compliance timelines. Additionally, it imposes criminal penalties for the destruction or falsification of these records and limits the government's ability to use legal privileges to block transparency.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act II strengthens government accountability by establishing strict enforcement mechanisms for the release of records related to the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell criminal network. The bill empowers victims, state officials, and members of Congress to sue for the disclosure of unredacted files while imposing criminal penalties on officials who obstruct transparency. It also limits the government's ability to withhold information, ensuring that investigative records are accessible for legal proceedings and public oversight.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

This resolution designates July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the essential, high-risk work performed by these skilled professionals. It pays tribute to the lineworkers who provide critical service during emergencies and recognizes those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

The 21st Century Federal Writers’ Project Act establishes a grant program under the National Endowment for the Arts to document the diverse history, culture, and lived experiences of the American people. Modeled after the original 1930s initiative, this program will employ writers, photographers, and documentary artists to create a comprehensive, publicly accessible record of contemporary American life. The resulting works will be archived by the Library of Congress and distributed to the public to foster national unity and preserve our shared heritage.

The LIFT the BAR Act repeals decades-old restrictions that barred many lawfully present noncitizens from accessing essential federal public benefits. This legislation restores eligibility for programs like SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, and housing assistance for qualified noncitizens. The bill also updates terminology, replacing "alien" with "noncitizen" throughout relevant statutes.

This bill, the Great American Outdoors Act 250, significantly reforms and renames the existing public lands restoration fund to the America’s Legacy Restoration Fund. It secures dedicated funding streams, primarily from energy revenues and new fees on foreign visitors, to address critical deferred maintenance across the National Park Service, Forest Service, and other public land agencies. The legislation establishes strict spending priorities for infrastructure repair while also creating pilot programs for enhancing outdoor recreation and sportsmen's access. Finally, it mandates increased transparency and accountability through standardized metrics and public reporting on all funded projects.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of women enrolling in U.S. military service academies, recognizing their significant growth and distinguished achievements since 1976. It honors the thousands of women graduates who have served with distinction across all branches of the armed forces and in national service. The bill also expresses support for designating a "50 Years of Women at the Service Academies Day."

This resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to refugee protection both domestically and globally, condemning recent policy actions that suspended refugee admissions. It calls for the immediate restoration of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and stronger support for displaced persons worldwide. The bill emphasizes the legal, moral, and economic benefits of robust refugee resettlement policies.

The "Protecting Americas Herds Act" establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture. This program is designed to help cooperative extension services prepare for and respond to New World screwworm outbreaks. Funds will support training, livestock inspections, producer education, and technical assistance to prevent and manage infestations. Priority will be given to areas facing a heightened risk of introduction or spread.

The Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025 directs the transfer of approximately 9.89 acres of federal land in Albuquerque, historically part of the Albuquerque Indian School, into trust for the benefit of the 19 New Mexico Pueblos. This land is designated for educational, health, cultural, business, and economic development purposes. The Act also conveys ownership of existing buildings on Tract 1 to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, while prohibiting gaming on the trust land.

This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.

This bill, the "Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Reauthorization," extends the existing rural community hospital demonstration program for an additional five years, making it a 20-year program. It also updates the criteria for an additional extension period to cover certain hospitals that join the program between late 2024 and early 2027.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Corticobasal Degeneration Awareness Month. The bill aims to raise public understanding of these rare, debilitating neurodegenerative disorders. It also supports increased research efforts to find treatments and cures for PSP and CBD.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

The **Protecting Our Democracy Act** imposes sweeping reforms across the executive branch to strengthen accountability and restore checks and balances. It restricts presidential pardon power, closes loopholes to ensure no President is above the law, and enforces constitutional emoluments clauses to prevent self-enrichment. Furthermore, the Act enhances congressional oversight by strengthening subpoena enforcement, increasing transparency around White House visitors and tax returns, and protecting federal whistleblowers from retaliation.

The Respect Tribal IDs Act mandates that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) develop and implement comprehensive training for its personnel on recognizing and accepting Native American tribal documents as proof of U.S. citizenship. This training will cover proper interaction protocols, document identification, and the U.S. government's trust responsibility to tribes. All immigration enforcement personnel must complete this mandatory training annually and upon regional assignment.