Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses support for designating September 2026 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month." It highlights the critical importance of early screening and research in combating the disease, while encouraging public participation in awareness efforts to improve health outcomes for men across the United States.

The Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated unit within the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute criminal trade activities, such as smuggling, duty evasion, and trade-based money laundering. This legislation aims to bolster enforcement capacity through increased staffing, interagency collaboration, and the development of multi-jurisdictional responses. Additionally, it mandates annual reporting to Congress to ensure transparency and accountability in the government's efforts to protect American industry and labor.

The Water Technology and Resilience Reauthorization Act extends the federal funding authorization for advanced drinking water technologies. This legislation ensures continued support for innovative water solutions by shifting the program's funding window from 2022–2026 to 2027–2031.

The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act aims to modernize the nation’s public housing stock by investing in deep energy retrofits, sustainability upgrades, and climate resilience. The bill establishes grant programs to transition public housing to zero-carbon, energy-efficient homes while simultaneously fostering economic empowerment through workforce development and resident-led management. By repealing restrictive caps on housing units and prioritizing tenant participation, the legislation seeks to improve living standards, ensure long-term habitability, and expand the availability of safe, affordable housing.

The Protect American Values Act seeks to block the implementation and enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security’s "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility" rule. The bill asserts that this policy harms immigrant families and local economies by restricting access to essential food, housing, and medical care. Consequently, it prohibits the use of federal funds to carry out or administer the rule.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has explicitly declared war or authorized the use of military force. It preserves the right of the U.S. to defend against imminent attacks and ensures that intelligence-sharing activities remain unaffected. The resolution clarifies that it does not serve as an authorization for the use of military force.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 4640 Cass Street in San Diego, California, as the "Mary Wilding Memorial Post Office Building." All official federal references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

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 Collaboration on Adversarial Threats and Security Risks Act creates a limited antitrust exemption to allow non-federal entities to collaborate on critical artificial intelligence security matters. This legislation enables companies to share information and coordinate efforts to mitigate national security risks, such as the weaponization or unauthorized access of AI systems. While facilitating these security partnerships, the Act maintains strict safeguards to prevent anti-competitive behavior and grants the Attorney General authority to intervene if collaborations threaten market integrity or fail to improve security.

The Get Foreign Money Out of United States Elections Act strengthens existing laws to prevent foreign influence in American elections. It expands the ban on foreign contributions to include domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control and mandates strict certification requirements for corporate political action committees. These measures ensure that foreign entities cannot influence federal, state, or local elections through direct spending, ballot initiatives, or Super PACs.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 1157 West Mission Avenue in Escondido, California, as the "Captain E. Royce Williams Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all federal records and documents will henceforth use this new official name for the location.

The EARLY Act Reauthorization of 2025 extends critical breast health education initiatives through 2031 and bolsters the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. By streamlining grant requirements and increasing funding through 2030, this legislation aims to reduce health disparities, improve access to life-saving screenings, and enhance patient support services. Additionally, it mandates a GAO study to identify and address barriers to equitable cancer care.

The AADAPT Act expands access to specialized dementia care by authorizing grants for public and nonprofit health centers to integrate these services into their programs. Additionally, the bill extends federal funding authorization through 2031 to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of these critical health outcomes.

The FDA Modernization Act 3.0 directs the FDA to update federal regulations by replacing references to "animal testing" with the broader term "nonclinical tests." This update ensures regulatory consistency with modern testing standards and includes a technical correction to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Orlin’s Law establishes critical protections for immigrant parents in U.S. custody to prevent the unnecessary separation of families. The bill mandates that detained parents be prioritized for release, provided with the means to participate in family court proceedings, and granted access to resources for their children’s care. Additionally, it creates an Office of Detained Parent Coordination to oversee these protections and requires the government to provide alternatives to detention for parents.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in San Jose, California, as the "Corporal Patrick D. Tillman VA Clinic." This renaming honors the legacy of Pat Tillman, a San Jose native and former NFL player who left his professional career to serve as an Army Ranger and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

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.

The Mamas First Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce mortality rates by mandating Medicaid coverage for doula, midwife, and lactation support services. This legislation ensures that these essential prenatal, labor, and postpartum care services are provided without out-of-pocket costs to patients. By expanding access to these culturally congruent care providers, the bill seeks to address significant disparities in maternal health across the United States.

The High Court Gift Ban Act establishes strict limits on gifts accepted by federal judicial officers, prohibiting any gift valued over $50 or exceeding $100 in total annual value from a single source. The bill includes specific exemptions for personal hospitality, professional events, and family gifts, while mandating enforcement through the Judicial Conference and potential civil or criminal penalties for violations.

The Bear Poaching Elimination Act prohibits the import, export, and interstate trade of bear viscera and related products to protect bear populations from commercial exploitation. By establishing strict federal penalties and enforcement measures, the bill aims to curb the illegal trade of bear parts while supporting international conservation efforts. The legislation includes specific exemptions for wildlife law enforcement and traditional Native American cultural practices.