Legislative Activity

The Banning Lobbying And Safeguarding Trust Act (BLAST Act) prohibits former Members and elected officers of Congress from lobbying Congress after leaving office. It expands the definition of "lobbyist" to cover former Members engaged in behind-the-scenes strategic work for compensation. This legislation aims to prevent former officials from immediately leveraging their connections for influence.

This bill proposes amending the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a specific content descriptor for video programming that depicts or discusses gender identity, transgender, or non-binary topics. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is directed to review whether the existing TV Parental Guidelines voluntarily incorporate this descriptor and ensure its consistent transmission for programming marketed to children. If industry compliance is insufficient, the FCC must issue regulations to mandate this new descriptor, ensuring compatibility with existing parental control technologies.

The CRUSADE Act amends immigration law to require applicants for special immigrant visas to take an oath disavowing Sharia law and affirming their commitment to the U.S. Constitution. This measure aims to counter radicalism by ensuring visa recipients adhere to American legal and constitutional principles.

The Americans First Immigration Act fundamentally restructures U.S. immigration by replacing employment-based visas with a points-based system prioritizing high-scoring applicants. It also significantly curtails family-based immigration by redefining "immediate relatives" and eliminates the Diversity Visa Lottery, replacing it with a small allocation for religious workers. Furthermore, the bill imposes strict new requirements on employers hiring immigrant visa holders and restricts access to public higher education benefits for non-permanent residents.

The National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026 mandates the creation of a comprehensive, quadrennial national strategy to improve veteran well-being across health, economic, and social sectors. By establishing standardized success metrics and aligning resources across federal, state, and private organizations, the bill aims to ensure veterans thrive after military service. The legislation also requires regular reporting to Congress to track progress, identify barriers, and ensure the effective delivery of services.

The "Defeat Sharia Law in America Act" amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to classify the implementation of Sharia law within public accommodations as a form of religious discrimination. This legislation aims to prohibit businesses and covered establishments from enforcing Sharia-based practices under federal law.

The Stop Secret Spending Act of 2025 aims to increase transparency in federal spending by mandating the reporting of "other transaction agreements" (OTAs) on USAspending.gov. It requires the Treasury Department to centralize this data and mandates annual public reports detailing any missing spending data and the reasons for its omission. Furthermore, the bill strengthens data accuracy requirements and tasks the GAO with reviewing federal purchasing rules to ensure transparency compliance.

The VA Call Center Multi-Factor Authentication Act mandates the use of multi-factor authentication for all high-impact actions handled by Department of Veterans Affairs call centers. This measure is designed to verify caller identity and protect veterans and beneficiaries from fraud, identity theft, and the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.

The Countering Beijing's Weaponization of Fentanyl (CBW) Act amends the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 to mandate investigations and escalating sanctions against foreign governments and officials involved in the development or distribution of chemical and biological weapons, including specific fentanyl precursors. The bill establishes strict reporting requirements for the President and provides a framework for imposing severe economic and trade penalties on countries that fail to address such harmful activities.

This bill officially recognizes the deep cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama, acknowledging it as the oldest official home of Carnival in the United States, celebrated since 1703. It designates Mardi Gras as a day of special significance to honor this long-standing tradition rooted in the city's history.

The Freedom to Fuel Act amends the Clean Air Act to exclude portable fuel containers from the definition of "consumer or commercial product" for regulatory purposes. This action specifically exempts these containers, along with regulated fuels and vehicles, from certain federal regulations.

The Safeguarding US Rulemaking Act amends the Administrative Procedure Act to restrict participation in the federal public comment process for proposed rules. This legislation specifically prohibits foreign governments designated as adversaries, along with their nationals and entities, from submitting comments or petitioning for rulemaking. The goal is to limit input on federal regulations to U.S. citizens and domestic entities.

The Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act amends federal carjacking law by modifying the required mental state for the offense, replacing a specific intent requirement with the standard of "knowingly." Additionally, it clarifies the circumstances under which a death resulting from the act constitutes an enhanced offense.

The LABEL Act proposes new federal labeling requirements for abortion-inducing drugs, mandating that the label include the dispenser's name and address, as well as the prescriber's name. This legislation also prohibits states or localities from enforcing labeling requirements for these drugs that are less strict than the new federal standard. The bill specifically defines which drugs fall under this labeling requirement, excluding those used for ectopic pregnancies or to remove a deceased fetus.

The Advocates for Families Act of 2025 requires states to update their child welfare plans to ensure parents and caregivers have the right to secure and use a family advocate during any child welfare case. States must establish standards for these advocates and inform families of this right at the start of any case. The Secretary of Health and Human Services will report to Congress on the implementation and impact of this new family representation right.

The Auto Bailout Accident Victims Recovery Act of 2025 addresses litigation stemming from accidents involving General Motors vehicles manufactured before the 2009 bailout. This Act waives the statute of limitations for specific Fifth Amendment claims related to the government's actions during the bailout. It mandates that the U.S. government provide "just compensation" to eligible claimants, calculated using a formula based on their previously allowed bankruptcy claim amount, multiplied by 2.5, plus accrued interest and legal fees. If settlements are delayed, the Attorney General must report the reasons for the delay to Congress.

The BOP Release Card ID Act of 2025 mandates that the Bureau of Prisons issue a REAL ID-compliant photo identification card to all departing federal prisoners, valid for at least 18 months. This federal release card must be accepted for identity verification when accessing major federal benefits like Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP. Furthermore, the BOP must establish agreements with states to help former inmates use this card to obtain standard state identification. The Attorney General will also issue guidance to states on creating similar release ID programs for state prisoners.

The Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025 amends immigration law to address driving while intoxicated or impaired (DWI/DUI) offenses. This legislation establishes that a conviction for, or admission to the underlying acts of, a DWI/DUI offense makes a non-citizen inadmissible to the United States or deportable if already present. This applies regardless of whether the offense is classified as a misdemeanor or felony under local law.

The Define to Defeat Act of 2025 mandates the adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism across federal agencies. This law requires that the IHRA definition be included in all federal anti-discrimination training and provided to juries in relevant federal cases. Furthermore, federal agencies must consider antisemitism as a motivating factor when investigating civil rights complaints under specified existing laws. The Act explicitly states it does not expand agency enforcement authority or infringe upon First Amendment rights.

The STOP CSAM Act of 2025 significantly strengthens protections for child victims and witnesses in federal court by expanding definitions of harm and restricting the public disclosure of their identities. It mandates new, strict reporting duties for tech providers regarding child sexual exploitation material, backed by substantial criminal and civil penalties for non-compliance. Furthermore, the Act creates broad new civil remedies allowing victims to sue responsible online platforms and app stores for damages related to exploitation that occurred during their childhood. Finally, it improves restitution procedures, particularly for vulnerable victims, while ensuring existing state and tribal protections remain intact.