Legislative Activity

The Restoring Law and Order on America’s Streets Act expands federal authority to allow the civil commitment of individuals deemed a danger to public safety, similar to existing provisions for sexually dangerous persons. This bill mandates evaluations for certain homeless individuals in federal custody to determine if they meet the criteria for commitment. It introduces new definitions for "person who is a danger to public safety" based on specific past behaviors and a serious mental condition that makes refraining from those actions difficult.

This resolution seeks to expel Representative Cory Mills from the U.S. House of Representatives based on numerous allegations of personal misconduct, including assault, threats, and potential violations of House ethics rules. The bill cites findings related to alleged physical altercations, intimidation of a victim, and financial improprieties involving federal contracts. Ultimately, the resolution concludes that this pattern of conduct brings discredit upon the House.

The First-Time Homebuyer Savings Act of 2026 establishes tax-advantaged savings accounts designed to help individuals save for the purchase or construction of a primary residence. Eligible participants can deduct annual contributions from their taxable income and withdraw funds tax-free when used for qualified homebuyer expenses. This initiative aims to make homeownership more accessible by providing a structured, incentivized way to build a down payment.

The FETCH Act of 2026 expands the use of federal Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds to support law enforcement K9 units. This legislation allows departments to utilize these grants for the acquisition, training, daily care, and veterinary needs of active police dogs, as well as the support of retired service animals.

The Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 restricts eligibility for Social Security and Medicare benefits to U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents. Additionally, the bill expands FICA tax requirements to include wages for certain individuals previously exempt from such contributions. These measures aim to refine program eligibility while ensuring the continued sustainability of these social safety nets.

The Incentivizing Cooperation in Immigration Enforcement Act encourages state and local governments to partner with federal immigration authorities. It achieves this by prioritizing federal grant funding for jurisdictions that enter into formal 287(g) cooperation agreements with the Department of Homeland Security.

This resolution mandates that Members of the House who settle sexual harassment or related claims must personally reimburse the Treasury for the settlement amount. It also directs the Committee on Ethics to preserve and publicly release records and final reports from its investigations into violations of House anti-harassment rules, with victim and witness identities redacted.

This Act, titled the "Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act," amends federal and military law to authorize the death penalty for certain severe sexual abuse offenses committed against children. Specifically, it updates sentencing guidelines under federal criminal statutes and the Uniform Code of Military Justice to include capital punishment as a potential penalty for these crimes. The legislation includes a severability clause to ensure remaining provisions stay in effect if any part is found unconstitutional.

The Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act of 2025 aims to shift federal hiring practices by restricting the use of minimum education requirements for contractor personnel. This bill mandates that contracting officers must provide written justification if an education requirement is deemed necessary for a solicitation. The goal is to encourage agencies to focus on skills and experience over specific degrees when awarding federal contracts.

This resolution mandates that the House Committee on Ethics preserve and publicly release all records related to its investigations of sexual harassment or unwelcome sexual advances by Members, Delegates, or Resident Commissioners. The goal is to ensure transparency regarding violations of House rules concerning conduct. All relevant investigative materials, with victim information redacted, must be made public within 60 days of the resolution's adoption.

The Safe Shelters for Survivors Act of 2026 prohibits federally-funded domestic violence and homeless shelters from providing services to registered sex offenders. This legislation also prohibits registered sex offenders from using these covered shelters, with limited exceptions for seeking information about non-federally funded alternatives. Violations by shelters can result in the loss of federal funding, and knowing violations by sex offenders may lead to fines or imprisonment.

This act amends immigration law to make non-citizens inadmissible to the U.S. or subject to removal if they have been convicted of or admit to committing acts involving animal cruelty or fighting. It specifically targets convictions under federal laws related to animal crushing and fighting, as well as equivalent state, tribal, or local offenses.

The Making Homeownership Affordable Again Act eliminates the current tax exclusion limits on the profit made from selling a principal residence. Additionally, it allows homeowners to exclude this gain entirely if they sell their home to a qualified first-time homebuyer. This legislation aims to boost housing market activity and affordability.

The Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act realigns the use of technology modernization funds to strictly match Congress's original intent, focusing on replacing outdated IT systems and boosting cybersecurity. It establishes new repayment rules to ensure the fund remains solvent until its sunset date of December 31, 2032. Furthermore, the bill mandates that agency CIOs report their high-risk legacy IT systems, which the Federal CIO will use to create and publicly report a prioritized list of the government's riskiest systems.

The Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act reforms federal hiring by limiting agencies' ability to mandate college degrees for competitive service cybersecurity positions. Agencies can only require specific education if mandated by local law or if the education directly proves necessary job skills. This legislation also requires the Office of Personnel Management to track and report on education standards and hiring outcomes for these critical roles.

The Protecting Children in Surrogacy Act establishes a federal crime prohibiting registered sex offenders from obtaining a child through surrogacy, carrying penalties of fines or imprisonment. It also grants federal courts jurisdiction over civil actions involving surrogacy contracts under specific circumstances related to interstate or foreign commerce. This legislation aims to safeguard children by preventing sex offenders from utilizing surrogacy arrangements.

The No Tax on Boat Loan Interest Act of 2026 aims to allow taxpayers to deduct interest paid on loans for certain U.S.-assembled recreational boats, similar to the existing deduction for car loans. This change treats eligible watercraft as "applicable passenger vehicles" for tax purposes. Taxpayers must provide the Hull Identification Number (HIN) when claiming the deduction for loans taken out after December 31, 2024.

This Act prohibits individuals finally convicted of a crime of violence or a dangerous crime from holding or running for key elected offices in the District of Columbia, including Mayor and Council Member. Furthermore, it bars the D.C. government from employing or contracting with any individual or vendor connected to such convictions. The legislation mandates the termination of current D.C. government employees and existing contracts that violate these new prohibitions within 90 days of enactment.

The No Violent Criminals in the Federal Workforce Act prohibits individuals with a final conviction for a crime of violence from holding any position in the federal civil service. This legislation also bars the Federal Government from entering into contracts with such individuals or entities where they hold key positions. The law provides specific definitions for "crime of violence" and "final conviction" to ensure clear application.

The Preventing Prosecutors from Protecting Predators Act of 2026 mandates annual, detailed public reporting from prosecutors' offices that receive federal grant funds. These reports must itemize data on how they handle cases involving serious violent and sex offenses, including declinations, bail decisions, and case outcomes. Failure to comply with reporting requirements can result in the withholding of grant funds.