Legislative Activity

The Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026 establishes automatic, 14-day continuing appropriations to prevent federal operations from halting when regular funding lapses. This mechanism funds programs at the previous rate until Congress enacts a full budget or continuing resolution. The bill also imposes strict limitations on official travel and congressional business during these funding gaps. Finally, it classifies the costs of this Act as discretionary spending subject to existing budget enforcement rules.

This Senate resolution expresses the sense of the Senate commending public servants for their dedication and service to the United States. It specifically supports designating May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Public Service Recognition Week to honor federal, state, and local government employees and uniformed services members. The resolution recognizes their indispensable role in strengthening the nation and calls upon the public to acknowledge their contributions.

This resolution officially congratulates the University of Oklahoma women's gymnastics team for securing their eighth NCAA National Championship title in 2026. It recognizes their outstanding performance throughout the season, including securing the SEC regular season title and earning multiple individual honors. The bill celebrates the team's dedication and success.

The Citizenship Documented License (CDL) Act amends the REAL ID Act to mandate that all federally-recognized driver's licenses and IDs must indicate the holder's U.S. citizenship status. Furthermore, it establishes stricter federal recognition requirements for Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs). These new CDL requirements mandate verification of lawful status for specific categories of non-citizens, including lawful permanent residents and holders of E-2, H-1B, or H-2B visas.

This resolution honors the life, legacy, and accomplishments of the late Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris. It recognizes his service in the Air Force, his championship martial arts career, and his iconic roles in film and television. The bill also acknowledges his charitable work, the creation of his martial art style, and his many honors.

This bill mandates that Medicare Part D prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans must include lower-cost generic drugs and biosimilars on their formularies starting in 2028. It requires plans to offer lower cost-sharing, such as reduced copayments or coinsurance, for these required generic and biosimilar options. Furthermore, plans cannot impose more restrictive access requirements on these lower-cost alternatives than on their brand-name counterparts.

The Retirement Annuity Supplement Clarity Act clarifies how court orders divide federal employee retirement benefits, specifically mandating that the annuity supplement must be included in any division unless explicitly excluded by the court order. This change applies to future supplement payments and provides a one-time retroactive payment to certain annuitants who previously had their supplement included in a division. Furthermore, the bill waives repayment of certain past overpayments resulting from excluding the supplement.

This resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the historic 1776 declaration of a national day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer. Additionally, it establishes the third Friday in May of each year as a National Day of Prayer and Fasting for the United States.

The Stop Unemployment Fraud Act strengthens the integrity of the unemployment insurance system by mandating stricter identity verification and data-matching procedures to prevent improper payments. The bill prohibits reliance on self-attestation for eligibility, establishes rigorous federal work-search requirements, and provides states with new tools and funding to modernize fraud detection. These measures aim to ensure benefits are distributed accurately while holding states accountable for program compliance.

This resolution strongly condemns the Government of Iran for its violent suppression of peaceful protests and widespread human rights abuses against its citizens. It highlights the regime's use of deadly force, internet blackouts, and severe persecution in response to demonstrations sparked by economic hardship. The resolution commends the courage of the Iranian people and calls for free and fair elections.

This resolution formally congratulates the Oklahoma State University men's cross country team for winning the 2025 NCAA Division I National Championship. It recognizes the team's outstanding season, which also included victories at the Big 12 and NCAA Midwest Regional Championships. The bill honors the dedication of the athletes and Head Coach Dave Smith for bringing excitement to the university and its fans.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility at 201 West Oklahoma Avenue in Guthrie, Oklahoma, as the "Oscar J. Upham Post Office." This change ensures that all federal records and documents will use the new name for this specific location.

This Act, the Conscience Protections for Medical Residents Act, amends Medicare rules to prohibit residency programs from requiring participation in abortion training. Programs that mandate abortion training or discriminate against residents who opt out or refuse to participate will no longer qualify as "approved" under Medicare. This ensures medical residents are not forced to perform, assist, or refer for abortions as a condition of their training.

This bill, the CIPZIP Act of 2025, establishes a seven-year pilot program allowing state, local, or Tribal governments to fund the costs associated with changing ZIP Code boundaries. If the Postal Service denies a request solely due to cost, it must notify the government and allow them the opportunity to cover those expenses. The Postal Regulatory Commission will report annually on the program's activity.

This bill mandates that the United States Postal Service establish a single, unique ZIP Code for the Oklahoma communities of Hochatown and North Enid. This designation must be completed within 270 days of the Act becoming law.

This Act establishes a new supply fee, paid by Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans to long-term care pharmacies for specified prescriptions dispensed in 2026 and 2027. The legislation mandates that the Secretary subsidize the plans for these fees and requires a GAO study on the economic sustainability of these pharmacies. The goal is to ensure continued patient access to essential long-term care pharmacy services.

The Competitive Bidding Relief Act temporarily maintains existing Medicare payment rates for durable medical equipment (DMEPOS) in areas not subject to competitive bidding. This legislation specifically mandates the use of a current transition rule for non-rural areas until the end of 2025. Furthermore, it delays the implementation of a new, potentially disruptive payment regulation until January 1, 2026.

This resolution designates September 2025 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States. It recognizes the critical contributions these groups make to the future of the nation by supporting children and youth. The month serves to highlight the needs of all young people, especially those facing vulnerable circumstances.

The Equal Campus Access Act of 2025 ensures that public colleges receiving federal funding must grant religious student organizations the same rights, benefits, and privileges afforded to all other student groups. This prevents institutions from denying resources or penalizing religious groups based on their beliefs, practices, speech, leadership selection, or conduct standards. Essentially, the bill mandates equal treatment for all student organizations on campus to maintain federal funding eligibility.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Majority Leader to bundle up to 15 non-high-level presidential nominations for consideration together, or "en bloc." This procedural change allows the Senate to expedite the confirmation process for these appointments by treating the group as a single item for debate and voting. The bundled nominations must all originate from the same Senate committee.