Legislative Activity

This bill authorizes Congress to award a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment collectively. This recognition honors the regiment's crucial and heroic service during the Revolutionary War, notably as one of the first integrated military units in American history. The original medal will be displayed at the Rhode Island State Library, and bronze duplicates may be sold to cover production costs.

The Let America Build Act of 2026 aims to significantly accelerate domestic energy and mineral development by streamlining federal permitting and limiting environmental reviews and legal challenges across oil and gas, mining, and electric transmission projects. The bill shifts oversight authority to states for certain drilling activities and imposes strict deadlines on federal agencies for project approvals. Ultimately, it reduces regulatory hurdles to boost resource production while curtailing the scope of environmental considerations and public litigation against development.

The Wildfire Prevention Act of 2025 aims to improve forest management and reduce wildfire risks on federal lands through increased treatment goals, transparent reporting, and the deployment of new technologies. It focuses on accelerating forest restoration, managing vegetation, streamlining timber sales, and promoting collaboration between federal agencies, local communities, and private entities. The Act also seeks to modernize wildfire management practices by prioritizing innovative technologies and streamlining environmental review processes.

This resolution recognizes the strategic importance of the Arctic region to U.S. national security and economic interests. It supports continued congressional engagement with Arctic allies and partners to promote peace, stability, and sustainable development. The Senate specifically backs efforts to strengthen Arctic security, infrastructure, and scientific research while upholding a rules-based international order. The resolution also affirms the vital role of Indigenous peoples in Arctic governance.

This bill authorizes Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the volunteers and communities that supported the North Platte Canteen during World War II. The Canteen was a massive, entirely volunteer-run operation that fed approximately six million service members traveling across the country. The original gold medal will be permanently displayed at the Lincoln County Historical Museum in North Platte, Nebraska. The bill also allows the U.S. Mint to produce and sell bronze duplicates of the medal.

This joint resolution disapproves the District of Columbia Council's temporary amendment regarding body-worn camera transparency for use of force incidents. By passing this resolution, Congress is exercising its authority under the Home Rule Act to overturn the local D.C. legislation before it takes effect.

This joint resolution disapproves of the District of Columbia Council's temporary law regarding arrest reporting. Congress is exercising its oversight authority to overturn the D.C. Council's enactment of the Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting Temporary Amendment Act of 2026. If passed, this resolution will prevent the D.C. law from taking effect.

This resolution honors the life and extensive public service of the late Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for Michigan. It recognizes his decades in Congress, highlighting key legislative achievements such as co-sponsoring the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and leading significant banking reforms. The Senate expresses its profound sorrow and adjourns in his memory.

This resolution officially recognizes National Public Works Week to honor the essential contributions of public works professionals. It highlights their vital role in maintaining the infrastructure—like roads, water, and waste management—that protects public health and supports community life. The resolution also encourages greater public awareness of the importance of these services.

The Subpoena Abuse Prevention Act reforms government access to customer records held by phone and internet companies by requiring specific identification for all subpoenas. It prohibits using subpoenas to target constitutionally protected activities and mandates that the government certify the subpoena's lawful purpose. Furthermore, the bill requires federal agencies to issue annual public reports detailing their use of administrative subpoenas.

The Nursing is a Professional Degree Act formally defines "professional degree" within federal law to explicitly include nursing degrees. This change ensures nursing education meets the statutory standard for professional degrees, recognizing the advanced academic and skill requirements necessary to practice.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of the late former United States Senator John Seymour of California. It recognizes his extensive public service, highlighting his career in business, local government, and his tenure in the U.S. Senate. The Senate expresses its deep sorrow and directs that official copies of this resolution be delivered to his family.

The CLOSE THE GAP Act aims to significantly streamline and expedite the process for approving and modifying communications facilities on federal lands managed by the Department of the Interior and the Forest Service. It mandates new regulations for standardized application processing, establishes rigorous data tracking for transparency, and provides exemptions from certain environmental reviews for upgrades and projects on previously analyzed sites. Furthermore, the bill integrates communications projects into the FAST Act's expedited permitting process and requires the creation of online portals for application submission.

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, observed May 10–16, 2026. It honors the critical role of hospitals and their dedicated workers in providing essential care across the nation. The bill recognizes the diverse services offered by U.S. hospitals, from critical access to specialized mental health care. It encourages the public to observe the week to demonstrate appreciation for these vital community institutions.

This bill completely repeals the Military Selective Service Act, eliminating the legal authority for the federal draft registration system. It transfers all assets and personnel from the Selective Service System within 180 days. Furthermore, the legislation prevents any federal or state entity from penalizing individuals for past failure to register. The rights of conscientious objectors remain unaffected by this repeal.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, recognizing his significant contributions as a former U.S. Senator, Governor of Idaho, and Secretary of the Interior. The Senate expresses its profound sorrow over his passing and offers condolences to his family. The resolution directs that this tribute be communicated to the House and his family, and the Senate will adjourn in his memory.

The I-47 Future Interstate Act of 2026 officially designates a significant portion of U.S. Route 287 as the new Interstate Route I-47. This designation covers the corridor stretching from Port Arthur, Texas, to Choteau, Montana. The bill also formally adds this route to the list of high-priority corridors under federal transportation law.

This resolution officially designates April 24, 2026, as the 154th anniversary of Arbor Day. It celebrates the importance of planting and caring for trees, recognizing the role of sustainable forestry in conservation and carbon storage. The resolution encourages participation in Arbor Day activities nationwide.

The FAIR Labels Act of 2026 establishes clear labeling requirements and regulatory oversight for both cell-cultivated protein products and plant-based alternative protein products. It mandates that cell-cultivated products must prominently feature the term "cell-cultivated" on their labels, while plant-based alternatives must be clearly identified as "plant-based alternative protein product." Furthermore, the bill updates the agreement between the USDA and HHS to clarify their respective roles in regulating the safety and production of cell-cultivated protein.

The Time for Completion Act aims to increase transparency by requiring colleges to provide detailed, publicly available data on how long it actually takes different types of students to complete their degrees or certificates. This new reporting will break down completion rates across various timeframes (up to 200% or 300% of normal time) based on enrollment status. These expanded graduation rates must also be included in the information provided directly to prospective and current students.