Legislative Activity

This bill aims to recognize and support veterans exposed to toxic environments during service at specific Department of Energy facilities and the Nevada Test and Training Range/National Security Site. It establishes presumptions of toxic exposure and service connection for related diseases to streamline disability benefits claims. Furthermore, the Act mandates the creation of a veteran registry and a scientific study to better understand the health impacts of these exposures.

The CARE for RPA Crews Act mandates the military departments to establish a combat status identifier for remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) crews who conduct combat operations. This new identifier must be equivalent in merit to existing combat status identifiers. The goal is to formally recognize the service of RPA crews engaged in combat.

The Department of Energy Drone Defense Act grants the Secretary of Energy the authority to exempt the Department of Energy from existing federal prohibitions concerning the procurement, operation, and funding of unmanned aircraft systems originating from covered foreign entities. This allows the DOE flexibility to utilize necessary drone technology while also providing an exception from related reporting requirements.

The Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2026 establishes a major federal grant program to fund the creation and expansion of community schools nationwide. This initiative aims to integrate academic instruction with comprehensive student, family, and community supports across six core pillars. The Act authorizes significant funding, increasing up to $1 billion annually by Fiscal Year 2031, to support planning, implementation, and scaling of these vital school models.

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to mandate that all community health centers provide behavioral, mental health, and substance use disorder services. To support this expansion, the legislation authorizes $700 million in annual funding from 2027 through 2031 to ensure these essential services are accessible to the public.

The Cyber Ready Workforce Act establishes a competitive grant program within the Department of Labor to support the creation and expansion of registered cybersecurity apprenticeship programs. By providing funding to workforce intermediaries, the bill aims to develop skilled talent through industry-recognized training, certifications, and comprehensive support services for apprentices. The initiative is authorized at $10 million annually from 2024 through 2028 to help bridge the cybersecurity skills gap.

The STEAM Act aims to streamline the environmental review process for geothermal energy projects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It amends existing law to treat geothermal exploration and development similarly to oil and gas projects, applying the same expedited review procedures. This change is intended to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy resources.

The Small Business Child Care Investment Act expands access to federal small business loans for qualified nonprofit child care providers. This legislation amends the Small Business Act to make these providers eligible for SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs. The goal is to provide crucial capital investment opportunities for eligible nonprofit organizations offering essential child care services.

The SHINE Act of 2026 establishes a voluntary federal program to help local governments streamline and simplify permitting for residential clean energy systems like solar panels and EV chargers. The program, managed by the Secretary of Energy, will develop an exemplary online platform and standardized inspection protocols to speed up installations. It also authorizes funding and incentives to encourage local government adoption of these simplified processes.

The PATHS to Tutor Act of 2025 establishes a \$500 million competitive grant program to create high-quality tutoring partnerships between schools and educator preparation programs. These partnerships will deploy trained tutors, often college students, to provide intensive, small-group instruction in high-need and hard-to-staff schools. The grants prioritize programs that align tutoring with curriculum and support aspiring educators through training and service awards.

This act establishes the VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project, a five-year pilot program to reduce veteran suicide rates. The initiative will implement the Zero Suicide Institute's curriculum across five selected VA medical centers, including one serving rural veterans. The program focuses on intensive staff training, policy development, and rigorous data collection to evaluate effectiveness. Annual reports will track progress and compare outcomes against other VA facilities.

The Hire Student Veterans Act expands the Work Opportunity Tax Credit to incentivize employers for hiring veterans currently using educational assistance benefits. This legislation creates a new category of eligible veterans and modifies the minimum employment period required to claim the tax credit for hiring these individuals.

This bill, the Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act, extends the authorization period for a key water recycling program established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Specifically, it doubles the program's authorization from five years to ten years. This action supports continued investment in large-scale water recycling infrastructure.

This resolution formally commends and congratulates the Summerlin South Little League baseball team for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2025 Little League World Series United States Championship. The bill recognizes the team's historic victories and acknowledges the dedication of the players, coaches, and support staff. It officially celebrates their success as the first team from Summerlin South to reach the Little League World Series Tournament.

This bill grants a Federal charter to the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, officially recognizing it as a nonprofit veterans service organization. The organization is tasked with promoting sustainable homeownership, financial literacy, and economic opportunity for veterans and service members. It must adhere to strict operational rules, including prohibitions on political activity and the distribution of profits to members. The charter remains contingent upon the organization maintaining its tax-exempt status and compliance with California corporate law.

The TREAT Youth Act, or Treatment, Recovery, Education, Awareness, and Training for Youth Act, aims to bolster resources dedicated to youth prevention and recovery efforts. This legislation specifically updates and increases the authorized funding levels for these programs through fiscal year 2030.

The Help Hoover Dam Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to expend non-reimbursable funds from the Boulder Canyon Project account for any authorized activity related to the Hoover Dam's operation, maintenance, and capital improvements. This authority includes funds already recovered or to be recovered in the future. The Secretary must consult with specific contractors involved in the project before making expenditure decisions.

The Nuclear Ecosystem Drone Defense (NEDD) Act grants the Secretary of Energy specific authority to procure and operate certain foreign-sourced drones otherwise restricted for federal use. This legislation carves out exceptions for the Department of Energy from existing prohibitions on acquiring or using covered unmanned aircraft systems from flagged foreign entities. Additionally, the bill expands the Secretary of Energy's power to protect sensitive nuclear assets and related facilities from drone threats.

The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act is a comprehensive bill that empowers two Native American tribes through federal land transfers while significantly adjusting land management across Clark County. It establishes over 1.4 million acres of new Wilderness areas and creates designated Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Areas. Finally, the Act facilitates specific land conveyances to local governments for public purposes and updates administrative frameworks for watershed plans and city development zones.

The Military and Educational Data Integration Act mandates a process for State educational agencies to access certain Armed Forces data of individuals who graduated high school in their state, including education level, test scores, and military service details. This data sharing initiative aims to integrate military data into state education systems while adhering to strict confidentiality and data security standards to protect individual privacy. The goal is to provide states with comprehensive data to better understand and support the educational and career pathways of their graduates.