Legislative Activity

The Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026 mandates minimum health, safety, and legal standards for all ICE detention facilities, prohibiting funding for non-compliant sites. It establishes rigorous, real-time health reporting systems and requires unannounced inspections with penalties, including contract termination, for facilities that fail to meet these standards. Furthermore, the bill creates anonymous complaint channels and mandates annual audits focusing on gender-related health protections.

The Incentivize Savings Act mandates how federal agencies must handle unspent appropriations by dedicating the majority to debt reduction and allowing a portion for employee retention bonuses. This legislation also restricts future budget requests to only account for inflation unless the agency fully spends its prior allocation. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage fiscal responsibility by linking unspent funds to debt reduction and limiting budget growth.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility at 3135 1st Avenue North in St. Petersburg, Florida, as the "Poul Hornsleth Post Office." The legislation ensures that all future official federal references to this location must use the newly established name.

The Evan Anzoo Memorial Act mandates a comprehensive report by the Comptroller General investigating deaths resulting from the cessation of USAID activities. This report must estimate fatalities in 2025 and the subsequent five years, and specifically determine if ten named individuals died due to these actions. An interim update is required within 180 days, with the final report due one year after enactment.

The Language Access to Gun Violence Prevention Strategies Act of 2026 mandates that federal agencies translate critical gun violence prevention materials into priority languages. It prioritizes federal grant funding for efforts that include targeted outreach to limited English proficient populations. The Act also establishes national public awareness campaigns by the DOJ and HHS specifically designed to increase language access to prevention strategies like Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

The Fair Legal Access Grants Act establishes a grant program to provide legal assistance and resources for individuals seeking extreme risk protection orders. This funding will help ensure petitioners have access to lawyers, translation services, and educational resources regarding the order process. Additionally, the bill protects individuals who file these petitions from being sued in federal court, unless the petition is false or harassing.

The U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2026 establishes a framework to significantly enhance joint U.S.-Israel cooperation specifically aimed at countering threats posed by Iranian unmanned aerial systems (drones). This legislation increases authorized funding for cooperative missile defense programs and mandates detailed annual reporting on joint counter-drone research, development, and deployment efforts. The goal is to accelerate the exchange of technology and expertise to defend against evolving drone attacks.

This bill updates the national strategy to counter the production and trafficking of Captagon and other amphetamine-type stimulants in the Middle East following the fall of the Assad regime. It mandates a comprehensive, unclassified assessment of shifting drug patterns across the U.S. Central Command area. The strategy must detail interdiction efforts, partner nation capacity, and recommendations to dismantle these destabilizing narcotics networks.

The PORCUPINE Act amends the Arms Export Control Act to formally include Taiwan in existing certification and reporting requirements. It also mandates a feasibility study for expediting the licensing process for allied nations transferring U.S.-origin military equipment to Taiwan. The legislation is intended to enhance security cooperation while affirming that it does not alter existing U.S. policy as defined by the Taiwan Relations Act.

This bill amends the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to mandate the National Science Foundation to develop a plan for ongoing data collection and analysis concerning the skilled technical workforce. The plan, submitted to Congress every two years, will establish the necessary capabilities within the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics. This action aims to improve understanding and tracking of this critical workforce segment.

This resolution expresses strong support for the Iranian people protesting for freedom, democracy, and basic human rights against the repressive Islamic Republic. It condemns the regime's brutal crackdown on demonstrators and demands an end to violence and the release of political prisoners. Furthermore, it urges the U.S. government to work with allies to deter further lethal violence against protesters.

This bill amends the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to temporarily exclude certain False Claims Act recoveries from being deposited into the Crime Victims Fund through fiscal year 2029. It also mandates a comprehensive audit by the Department of Justice Inspector General on the Fund's sustainability and the impact of recent legislative changes. The resulting report will provide recommendations for improving the Fund's effectiveness and oversight.

The Stand with Israel Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. funding for participation in the United Nations or its specialized agencies if Israel is illegally expelled or has its membership rights suspended. This measure stops all U.S. contributions, both voluntary and assessed, to the affected UN body. Funding will remain restricted until the illegal action against Israel is reversed.

This resolution commemorates the 15th anniversary of the tragic January 8, 2011, Tucson shooting, honoring the six lives lost and the thirteen injured. It specifically commends the courage and ongoing advocacy of gun violence survivor and former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The resolution also recognizes the resilience of the community and reaffirms a commitment to ending political violence.

The Porch Pirates Act of 2025 establishes new federal criminal penalties for stealing or interfering with packages delivered by private or commercial carriers across state lines. This legislation asserts Congress's authority to extend protections against package theft to items shipped via services like FedEx or UPS, mirroring existing protections for the U.S. Postal Service. The bill specifically targets the theft of delivered packages before the recipient takes physical possession.

The Holiday Bonus Tax Relief Act of 2025 excludes qualified holiday bonuses, up to \$2,500 per person annually, from federal income tax. This exclusion applies to bonuses paid in January, November, or December. The \$2,500 limit will be adjusted for inflation starting in 2027.

This resolution condemns antisemitism in all its forms, particularly its proliferation on artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. It urges technology companies to implement robust, transparent safeguards to prevent AI systems from generating or amplifying antisemitic content. The bill encourages the development of standards, research, and public awareness initiatives to combat this threat while ensuring all actions remain consistent with constitutional protections.

The RESTRICT Act establishes a five-year prohibition on exporting certain advanced integrated circuits to designated "countries of concern." It amends export control laws to require a license for exporting these sensitive chips to any "covered country." The bill also sets strict criteria for U.S. persons to qualify for an exemption from these licensing requirements.

This resolution strongly condemns the antisemitic shooting attack during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia. It expresses solidarity with the victims, their families, and the Jewish community worldwide. Furthermore, the bill reaffirms the U.S. commitment to combating all forms of religious hatred and violence.

The Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act mandates federal regulators to study the impact of partnerships between banks and fintech companies on competition, innovation, and consumer protection. It also requires a separate study on similar partnerships involving credit unions. The goal of these studies is to recommend necessary changes to laws and regulations to better promote effective collaboration between traditional financial institutions and technology firms.