Legislative Activity

The Legislative Branch Agencies Clarification Act overhauls leadership selection and succession for the Librarian of Congress and the Director of the Government Publishing Office, shifting appointment power to a congressional commission. It also establishes the Copyright Office as an independent entity, appointing its Register with Senate confirmation and creating an internal Inspector General. Finally, the bill moves GPO employees under the protections of the Congressional Accountability Act and establishes a new human capital management system for the GPO.

The Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act prohibits the VA from reporting veterans to the NICS background check system solely because a fiduciary was appointed to manage their benefits. This legislation ensures that a VA finding of mental incompetence or the appointment of a fiduciary alone is not used to treat a veteran as a "mental defective" for gun control purposes. Furthermore, the VA must notify the Attorney General about past transmissions of this information that lacked a proper legal basis.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

The Cashless Bail Reporting Act mandates that states and local governments receiving specific federal grants must report annual data on their use of cashless bail systems. This data includes the number of individuals released, subsequent failures to appear, and new arrests while on pretrial release. Furthermore, the Act requires the Attorney General to annually publish a list of jurisdictions that permit pretrial release without cash bail for certain offenses threatening public safety.

The IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act authorizes competitive grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and similar institutions for long-term facility improvements, technology upgrades, and infrastructure modernization. Priority for these grants will be given to institutions demonstrating the greatest need, limited fundraising ability, and high percentages of Pell Grant recipients. The bill also mandates immediate forgiveness for certain outstanding balances on existing HBCU Capital Financing Program loans. Finally, it requires comprehensive reporting and studies to assess the program's impact and future funding needs.

The Save Our Shrimpers Act mandates that the U.S. representative at international financial institutions must vote against and formally oppose any financial assistance for projects related to shrimp farming, processing, or exports in borrowing countries. This action aims to protect the domestic shrimping industry. The Treasury Secretary can waive this requirement if deemed in the U.S. national interest, and the mandate is set to expire after seven years.

The Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026 establishes new sourcing and labeling rules for ballistic-resistant body armor procured by the Department of Justice. This legislation mandates that manufacturers disclose the origin of their armor and ballistic fibers, restricting the use of "Made in America" labeling for foreign-sourced components. Ultimately, the bill prohibits the DOJ from purchasing body armor made from or containing ballistic fibers sourced outside the United States, with limited exceptions.

The Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026 aims to encourage forest restoration through tax incentives. It significantly increases the immediate deduction limit for standard reforestation expenses and introduces a new, substantial deduction for reforestation costs following a qualified natural disaster. These provisions are designed to support landowners by making forest recovery more financially feasible, with adjustments for inflation built in for future years.

This bill amends federal law to reclassify clergy and religious workers as employees for Social Security and Medicare tax purposes, requiring churches to withhold these taxes. It also repeals the existing religious exemption that allows clergy to opt out of Social Security coverage. Furthermore, the Act establishes a process for currently exempt clergy to revoke their exemption and mandates the IRS to report on informing these workers of their new options.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to modify investment credit rules specifically for nuclear energy facilities. It grants nuclear power facilities the same investment credit treatment currently available to energy storage technologies, removing prior limitations on public utility property. Additionally, the legislation removes the limitation on transferring progress expenditures for these eligible nuclear credits.

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 Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 aims to enhance timely access to care and improve oversight for Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollees. The bill mandates faster decision-making for prior authorization requests, establishes strict compliance scoring with financial penalties for non-compliant plans, and requires MA plans to use the same medical necessity criteria as traditional Medicare. Furthermore, it protects providers by limiting retroactive denials for pre-approved services and ensuring prompt payment for those services.

This bill officially designates April 18, 2026, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day." It recognizes the vital contributions of linemen in maintaining critical energy infrastructure and serving as essential first responders during emergencies. The resolution expresses strong support for these brave men and women who work under dangerous conditions to keep communities safe and powered.

This bill mandates that House Members, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners personally reimburse the U.S. Treasury for any sexual harassment settlements or awards paid on their behalf. It establishes a strict 90-day repayment timeline and enforces transparency by requiring Members to appear before the House for a public disclosure of the claim. Failure to comply with these reimbursement or disclosure requirements results in significant penalties, including the suspension of official duties for current Members and the loss of floor privileges for former Members.

The Ensuring Better Interest Treatment and Deductibility (EBITDA) Act repeals recent modifications to the calculation of adjusted taxable income regarding business interest limitations. By removing these specific constraints, the bill aims to restore previous tax treatment standards for businesses starting in the 2026 tax year.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), founded in 1926. It honors the organization’s century of dedication to coastal science, engineering, and policy advocacy. Furthermore, it recognizes the ASBPA’s ongoing commitment to protecting the economic, ecological, and recreational value of America’s shorelines.

The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act prevents federal agencies from banning the use of lead ammunition and tackle on federal lands and waters open to hunting and fishing. Exceptions to this rule are only permitted if specific, site-based field data proves lead is causing a wildlife population decline and the action is approved by or consistent with state wildlife policies.

This bill, the Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act, mandates that Members of Congress will not receive pay for any day a government shutdown is in effect. For shutdowns occurring before November 2026, the pay will be withheld and held in escrow, to be released after the pay reduction requirement takes effect. This ensures that congressional salaries are directly impacted by lapses in government appropriations.

The Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act establishes new federal standards for states issuing Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) to individuals who do not reside in that state. This bill sets specific, strict requirements for foreign nationals seeking a CDL, including proof of lawful status and job-related visas, while also outlining distinct procedures for applicants residing in U.S. territories. The legislation mandates enhanced record-keeping and reporting by states to the Secretary of Transportation regarding these non-domiciled licenses.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.