Legislative Activity

The Comprehensive Congressional Budget Act of 2026 aims to reform the federal budget process by requiring Congress to create a single, comprehensive annual budget bill that includes all spending and revenue. This legislation establishes new deadlines and procedural requirements to ensure all committees contribute their budgetary components for inclusion in this unified "annual budget Act." The bill also mandates that Social Security trust fund activities be included in federal budget calculations.

The SAFE KIDS Act addresses national security concerns by invalidating surrogacy agreements between U.S. surrogates and prospective parents from designated "foreign entities of concern." This legislation voids such contracts and imposes penalties on surrogacy brokers who facilitate these arrangements. The bill ensures that custody decisions for children born under these void agreements are based solely on the child's best interests under state law.

The Upward Mobility Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program allowing up to five states to consolidate various federal anti-poverty funds into a single "Upward Mobility Grant." States will use this flexibility to redesign benefits and services aimed at reducing "benefit cliffs" and increasing employment and earnings for participants. The law mandates rigorous independent evaluations to measure success based on specific upward mobility benchmarks. This initiative seeks to streamline aid delivery while maintaining core protections for participants.

The MAPWaters Act of 2025 aims to modernize public access to federal waterways by requiring federal agencies to standardize, digitize, and publish comprehensive geospatial data on water restrictions and access points. This legislation mandates the creation of a unified, publicly accessible online database detailing fishing restrictions, waterway closures, and access facility locations. The Act explicitly clarifies that it does not alter existing legal definitions of navigable waters or the authority of agencies to regulate fisheries and water use.

This act officially confirms that the University of Utah's use of approximately 593.54 acres of land in Salt Lake City for its research park constitutes a valid public purpose under federal law. It validates the existing use established by the 1970 Department of the Interior approval and any consistent future uses related to the university research park.

This bill amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to lower the threshold for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to share information regarding suspected intellectual property rights violations. It expands the types of information CBP can share with rights holders, including nonpublic data obtained from online marketplaces or shippers. Furthermore, the legislation broadens the list of entities eligible to receive this sensitive information.

The Increasing Baseline Updates Act mandates more frequent budget baseline reports from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), requiring at least two updates annually unless otherwise directed. Additionally, the bill requires the President to submit updated technical budget data to Congress alongside the annual budget submission. These changes aim to provide Congress with more current economic and budgetary information throughout the year.

The Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to regularly publish evidence-based physical activity recommendations for the public. These reports must include specific guidance for various population subgroups and be updated at least every ten years. The legislation ensures federal health programs consider these national guidelines while protecting existing research authority and preventing the establishment of binding federal fitness standards.

The Health ACCESS Act amends federal law to create an exception to prohibitions against offering remuneration to influence healthcare decisions. This change specifically allows providers to pay information service platforms for participation, provided the platform adheres to strict guidelines ensuring unbiased consumer choice. These guidelines prohibit steering patients, targeted marketing, and sharing consumer contact information outside of a confirmed selection. Ultimately, this bill aims to facilitate easier consumer access to healthcare providers through regulated self-scheduling platforms.

The BECCS Advancement Commission Act of 2025 establishes a new commission within the Department of Agriculture to study and recommend improvements to federal policy regarding Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS). This group, composed of government, industry, and community representatives, will assess how BECCS development impacts local economies, forest health, and wildfire management. The Commission must deliver a comprehensive report to Congress within one year outlining policy suggestions to expand BECCS use, including its role in powering data centers.

The MAP Roads Act establishes a pilot program to help states digitally map their unmapped county roads, aiming to improve rural business, safety, and navigation. The Secretary of Transportation will award grants to states that commit to creating a centralized, public repository for this standardized road data. Participating states must ensure the collected data is publicly accessible and updated annually. This grant authority is set to expire in 2031.

The Fruit Heights Land Conveyance Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer approximately 295.89 acres of National Forest System land to the City of Fruit Heights, Utah. This conveyance is made without monetary cost to the City, subject to existing rights and the reservation of public access for the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. The City must use the transferred land exclusively for public purposes, or the ownership interest will revert back to the U.S. government.

This Act, the Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act, aims to speed up Medicare coverage for innovative, FDA-approved "breakthrough devices." It establishes a process for manufacturers to gain a four-year transitional coverage period for these devices, ensuring patients have timely access while long-term coverage decisions are finalized. The bill also allocates funding to CMS to manage these expedited reviews and allows for oversight of provider billing practices related to these new technologies.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Air Force to integrate specific depot-level maintenance coordination planning into at least one annual multinational exercise within the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of operations. The goal is to enhance cooperation with key allies on deep repair work to improve logistical resilience and reduce shipping needs during contingencies. Furthermore, the Secretary must report to Congress on maintenance partnership progress specifically with Australia and the Republic of Korea.

This bill officially renames the Bureau of Land Management Foundation to the Foundation for America’s Public Lands and modifies its governing structure. It increases the size of the Board of Directors over four years while mandating specific expertise from various public land users and resource managers. Furthermore, the Act places strict prohibitions on the Foundation using funds for lobbying or litigation and authorizes $10 million annually for five fiscal years.

The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act establishes a 25% tax credit for purchasing U.S.-made printed circuit boards and integrated circuit substrates starting in 2026. It also creates a federal incentive program, managed by the Commerce Department, to provide up to $3 billion in funding to boost domestic manufacturing and research and development in these critical electronic components. The program prioritizes national security needs, workforce development, and supports for small and diverse-owned businesses.

The Money Accounts for Growth and Advancement (MAGA) Act establishes a new tax-advantaged savings vehicle, the MAGA account, designed for individuals under age 8 with strict contribution and withdrawal rules. These accounts feature tax-exempt growth, with distributions taxed favorably if used for qualified expenses like education or a first home purchase. Furthermore, the Act creates a pilot program offering a one-time, non-refundable $1,000 tax credit for eligible children, which the Treasury must deposit directly into a newly established MAGA account.

The American Ownership and Resilience Act establishes an Ownership Investment Facility within the Department of Commerce to provide government-backed leverage to investment companies. This facility is designed to encourage capital investments that support the sale of businesses to Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) or worker-owned cooperatives. The bill sets strict oversight, fairness, and control requirements for these employee-centric transactions while establishing licensing and capital standards for the participating investment companies.

The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2025 permits qualifying charities to provide grants to college social or athletic organizations specifically for collegiate housing and infrastructure projects without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status. This legislation clarifies that such grants remain eligible for donor deductions, provided the housing primarily serves full-time students. The Act specifically excludes funding for physical fitness facilities from these provisions.

The Restoring Temporary to TANF Act mandates that states dedicate a minimum of 25% of their federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant funds specifically toward core work support activities. These required expenditures cover job training, education, work supports, and short-term benefits designed to help recipients find and maintain employment. This new spending requirement is set to take effect starting October 1, 2026.