Legislative Activity

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 5951 Riverdale Avenue in Bronx, New York. The facility will now be known as the "Eliot L. Engel Post Office." This designation will apply to all official records and documents referencing the location.

The Fostering the Future Act aims to significantly improve opportunities and support for youth who have experienced foster care. This legislation expands access to education and workforce training vouchers, increases financial support amounts, and improves access to stable housing. Furthermore, it enhances support services, including legal counseling and tailored resources for expectant and parenting foster youth.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 15422 NY 104 in Martville, New York. The facility will now be known as the "Sergeant Staret J. Ingleston Memorial Post Office Building."

This resolution officially designates May 15, 2026, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week of May 10-16, 2026, as National Police Week. It honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, specifically recognizing 363 officers lost in 2025. The bill expresses unwavering support for law enforcement and acknowledges the need for proper resources to ensure officer safety.

The U.S.-Greece Defense Cooperation Advancement Act establishes a dedicated International Military Education and Training (IMET) program to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations. This initiative aims to enhance military interoperability, professional development, and cooperation through authorized funding of $1.8 million annually from 2027 to 2031.

This bill reaffirms the strong alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, emphasizing its importance for security, economic growth, and shared values. It recognizes the deep economic ties, the contributions of Korean Americans, and continued commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty. The bill also supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural bonds between the two nations, and celebrates Korean Culture-Kimchi Day.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility at 2200 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, as the "Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building." This renaming standardizes all future references to the building across federal documents and records.

The Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act establishes a grant program to help current and former foster youth gain vital employment skills and work experience. This legislation expands educational and training opportunities for individuals who experienced foster care, lowering the entry age and broadening eligibility for support services. The bill authorizes significant funding to provide job training, internships, educational assistance, and supportive services for youth aged 14 to 26.

This bill designates April 30, 2025, as Black April Remembrance Day to mark the 51st anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. It honors the Vietnamese American community for their resilience, contributions to the U.S., and ongoing advocacy for freedom in Vietnam. The resolution also recognizes the sacrifices made by U.S. and South Vietnamese service members during the Vietnam War.

The PRIMATE Act generally bans the importation of live nonhuman primates into the United States to prevent toxic exposures. This prohibition includes a narrow exception allowing importation only by AZA-accredited facilities under strict conditions regarding the animal's future use. Violations of this ban are subject to significant civil penalties and forfeiture of the illegally imported primates.

This resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of the heroic Exodus of Missolonghi, a pivotal event in the Greek War of Independence. It honors the sacrifice of the Greek people and the international support, including from the United States, that their struggle inspired. The bill affirms the shared democratic values and enduring friendship between Greece and the U.S. rooted in this history.

The Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act significantly narrows the federal beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. This legislation limits reporting obligations exclusively to foreign individuals and foreign-connected companies. Furthermore, it mandates the deletion of all previously collected data pertaining to domestic persons and entities.

The Pets Belong with Families Act aims to ensure that pets can remain with their families by removing unnecessary barriers in federally assisted housing. This legislation prohibits most pet bans, fees, and breed restrictions in these housing situations. Housing providers can still enforce reasonable rules regarding pet behavior and safety, but cannot charge deposits beyond a specified limit or deny pets based on breed.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 1200 William Street in Buffalo, New York. The facility will now be known as the William J. Donovan Post Office Building. This designation will apply to all federal references to the building.

The Helicopter Safety Parity Act of 2026 mandates that commercial helicopter operators meet safety and maintenance standards equivalent to those required for major commercial airlines. By closing the regulatory gap between current helicopter operations and Part 121 airline rules, the Act aims to improve pilot training, equipment, and oversight. These requirements apply to most turbine-powered passenger helicopters and must be fully implemented within two years of enactment.

The GRACIE Act of 2026 establishes a federal grant program to assist states in implementing and maintaining systems to record and securely store all child welfare interviews. By providing funding for these technological upgrades, the bill aims to ensure greater accountability and transparency in child protective investigations. Participating states must adopt policies requiring the retention of these recordings for at least five years while maintaining strict privacy and access controls.

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.

This resolution commemorates the 205th anniversary of Greek Independence Day, celebrating the enduring democratic values and historical ties shared between the United States and Greece. It reaffirms the strong strategic, security, and economic partnership between the two nations while honoring the contributions of the Greek-American community.

The HOPE with Fertility Services Act mandates that employer-sponsored group health plans providing obstetrical coverage must also include comprehensive coverage for infertility and iatrogenic infertility treatments. The bill establishes clear standards for these benefits, prohibits discriminatory plan practices, and requires rigorous oversight of utilization management tools. These requirements aim to improve patient access to essential reproductive care, with enforcement and reporting provisions effective for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.