Legislative Activity

This bill seeks to formally expunge the two impeachments of former President Donald J. Trump from December 2019 and January 2021. It asserts that the impeachments were flawed due to a lack of firsthand evidence and biased proceedings in the House of Representatives. By expunging them, the resolution treats the Articles of Impeachment as if they never passed the House.

The "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" repeals the Corporate Transparency Act, eliminating the requirement for companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). It also makes necessary technical adjustments to Title 31 of the United States Code, specifically sections related to financial recordkeeping and reporting of currency and foreign transactions, to reflect the repeal.

This bill significantly tightens U.S. immigration and naturalization laws by expanding grounds for denial of entry, deportation, and citizenship revocation. It specifically targets individuals affiliated with or advocating for communism, socialism, Chinese communism, Marxism, or Islamic fundamentalism. The legislation broadens definitions of these ideologies and removes judicial review for related determinations.

The Equal Treatment for Farmers Act amends federal agriculture laws to remove "socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers" as a distinct category for program eligibility, set-asides, and definitions across various USDA programs. This legislation also explicitly prohibits the Department of Agriculture from giving any preference or priority based on race or gender in its programs. The bill aims to standardize eligibility criteria across farm loans, crop insurance, and conservation efforts.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 14855 South Van Dyke Road in Plainfield, Illinois. The facility will now be known as the Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. Post Office Building. This designation will apply to all official federal references to the building.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 1300 East Northwest Highway in Palatine, Illinois. The facility will now be known as the "Bernie Bluestein Post Office Building." This designation will be used in all official records and documents pertaining to this location.

The Defending Women in the Workplace Act clarifies the interpretation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It establishes that, for the purposes of federal anti-discrimination law, the terms "because of sex" or "on the basis of sex" do not include gender identity.

The Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026 mandates the designation of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist under Executive Order 13224. This legislation requires the freezing of all CAIR assets, prohibits transactions with the organization, and revokes its tax-exempt status. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury to submit a formal report to Congress regarding CAIR’s eligibility for this designation.

The **Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026** provides comprehensive funding for the Department of Homeland Security’s operations, including border security, emergency management, and cybersecurity, while implementing new oversight and transparency mandates. The legislation also includes short-term funding extensions to prevent government shutdowns and incorporates the **SAVE America Act**, which establishes nationwide requirements for proof of citizenship and photo identification in federal elections.

This resolution expresses support for designating March 24, 2026, as "National Agriculture Day." It celebrates the essential role of the agricultural sector and recognizes its status as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.

The Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to make non-citizens inadmissible to and deportable from the United States if they commit fraud against the government or unlawfully receive public benefits. Additionally, the bill renders individuals convicted of these offenses ineligible for any form of immigration relief.

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 Home School Graduation Recognition Act ensures that students who complete their secondary education in a home school setting are officially recognized as high school graduates for federal student aid purposes. By amending the Higher Education Act of 1965, this bill removes barriers to financial assistance for home-schooled students, provided their education meets state requirements.

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act prohibits federal agencies from providing funding or support for the creation and maintenance of state-level firearm ownership databases. This legislation ensures that federal resources cannot be used to track lawful gun owners, with a specific exception for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms.

The Chloe Cole Act of 2026 establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals to sue healthcare professionals and institutions for damages related to gender-transition medical interventions performed on them as minors. The bill permits lawsuits regardless of when the intervention occurred and sets a statute of limitations extending 25 years past the individual's 18th birthday. Additionally, it mandates strict liability for such interventions performed after the Act's enactment.

This resolution expresses support for the National FFA Organization and designates February 21–28, 2026, as National FFA Week. It recognizes the FFA's vital role in developing future leaders through agricultural education. The bill also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the Alaska State FFA Association.

The "Protecting Puppies from Sharia Act" aims to prevent state and local governments from banning dog ownership by restricting federal funding to any jurisdiction that implements such a prohibition. Congress asserts that the right to own a dog is an American right and that Sharia law is a foreign concept contrary to the pursuit of happiness.

The Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act aims to promote de-escalation by exempting specific, clearly defined less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm restrictions and excise taxes. This legislation provides a formal process for determining which devices qualify for these exemptions under both federal law and the National Firearms Act. The bill also modernizes tax regulations by exempting qualifying less-than-lethal devices and their ammunition from federal excise taxes.

The Migrant Child Safety Act establishes stricter requirements for placing unaccompanied alien children with sponsors. This legislation mandates comprehensive information sharing between Health and Human Services and Homeland Security before placement, including background checks and proof of relationship. It also introduces new safeguards such as in-person home visits, potential electronic monitoring for non-citizen sponsors, and a mandatory minimum $5,000 sponsor bond.

The SAFE CATTLE Act mandates federal agencies to formally cooperate on preventing, controlling, and eradicating the New World screwworm parasite on federal lands. This requires the Departments of Agriculture and the Interior to establish joint surveillance, response, and eradication protocols. The agencies must also report annually to Congress on their coordination efforts and progress until the parasite is contained outside the U.S.