Legislative Activity

The End EPA Abuse Act of 2026 aims to significantly limit the regulatory authority of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This bill amends the Clean Air Act to prohibit the EPA from issuing regulations that restrict vehicle sales, mandate fuel-switching at power plants, or reduce electric grid reliability. It also bars the EPA from requiring the use of technologies deemed commercially unavailable, cost-prohibitive without subsidies, or otherwise infeasible.

This bill authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the collective heroism of the individuals who defended Bataan, Corregidor, and other locations in the Pacific theater during World War II. The medal honors the extraordinary sacrifice of U.S. service members and Filipino forces who fought and endured imprisonment by Imperial Japan. Following the presentation, the medal will be permanently displayed at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. The legislation also allows for the production and sale of bronze duplicate medals.

This Act officially redesignates the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park as the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park, aligning its administration with other National Park System units. It maintains existing fishing and hunting regulations while directing the Secretary of the Interior to increase employment opportunities for culturally affiliated Indian tribes. Furthermore, the bill authorizes agreements with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation for resource management and directs the transfer of specific acreage into federal trust status for the Tribe, excluding gaming use.

The Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act significantly expands legal immunity for firearm manufacturers, sellers, and trade associations by redefining terms within existing federal law. It mandates the immediate dismissal of pending lawsuits against these entities and establishes strict new standards for any exceptions that might apply. Furthermore, the bill preempts state and local laws that attempt to impose liability based on the criminal misuse of qualified products.

This bill, the Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act, extends the authorization period for the African American Civil Rights Network. It amends existing law to increase the network's authorization from seven years to ten years following the enactment of this Act.

This resolution supports the designation of June 14 through June 21, 2026, as National Men’s Health Week. It aims to raise awareness about the health disparities affecting men, such as lower life expectancy and higher rates of certain chronic diseases. The week encourages men, families, and providers to focus on early detection, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices.

The No Equipment Left Behind Act of 2026 aims to prevent U.S.-provided defense equipment from falling into the hands of hostile actors following force withdrawals, as seen in Iraq and Afghanistan. The bill establishes strict new reporting, notification, and high-level approval requirements for the Department of Defense when disposing of accountable property during significant force repositioning overseas. It mandates comprehensive risk mitigation plans, detailed cost analyses, and senior leader sign-off for abandoning or destroying high-value equipment.

The No American Left Behind Act requires the Department of Defense to submit a comprehensive report assessing its support for recovering and repatriating U.S. nationals held hostage, detained, missing, or deceased abroad. This report must analyze current operational planning, identify resource or policy gaps, and evaluate the feasibility of establishing a formal "No American Left Behind" doctrine. The goal is to ensure a sustained commitment to bringing all Americans home, regardless of location or circumstance.

This bill initiates impeachment proceedings against U.S. District Judge Eleanor Louise Ross for high crimes and misdemeanors. The articles of impeachment cite judicial misconduct, including an undisclosed extramarital affair creating conflicts of interest, inappropriate conduct in chambers, attending a partisan political event, and making false statements to obstruct a judicial investigation. The bill ultimately declares Judge Ross guilty and calls for her removal from office.

This resolution initiates impeachment proceedings against Eleanor L. Ross, a Judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors. The House of Representatives is moving to formally charge and try the judge.

The Millstone Act significantly increases federal penalties for a range of severe offenses. This legislation amends multiple criminal statutes to make the death penalty or life imprisonment the maximum punishment for crimes involving sexual violence against children, child exploitation, and female genital mutilation. Essentially, it mandates the harshest possible sentences for these specific violent crimes.

This bill amends the American Battlefield Protection Program to extend and modify key grant programs for battlefield preservation through 2036. It also makes the battlefield interpretation modernization grant program permanent. Furthermore, the legislation directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct or certify studies on nationally significant sites related to the French and Indian War and the Mexican-American War.

The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act aims to shield manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products from civil lawsuits related to silica dust exposure. This bill prohibits filing new lawsuits, and mandates the dismissal of existing ones, when injuries allegedly result from unsafe cutting or installation practices by third-party fabricators. The intent is to protect commerce by preventing liability for actions outside the manufacturer's control where safety standards already exist for installers.

This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.

The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act expands Medicare Part B coverage to include services provided by pharmacists starting January 1, 2026. This coverage is specifically for testing or treatment related to COVID-19, the flu, RSV, strep throat, or during a declared public health emergency. The bill outlines payment structures, generally covering 80% of the cost, and prohibits pharmacists from balance billing Medicare patients for these covered services.

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 Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act directs the Office of Personnel Management to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the federal government's current and future biotechnology workforce needs across various agencies. This assessment must detail required positions, necessary security clearances, and challenges in recruitment and retention. The resulting report will be submitted to Congress to inform future workforce planning and resource allocation in the biotechnology sector.

The Stop Gang Violence Act aims to enhance federal efforts against gang activity by expanding data collection requirements. This legislation mandates that jurisdictions reporting to the FBI must now include information on offenses suspected to be gang-related.

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.