Legislative Activity

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.

The Protect Domestic Oil and Gas Small Business Act of 2026 exempts small "marginal wells" from specific performance standards and reporting requirements set by the EPA under the Clean Air Act. This legislation aims to reduce regulatory burdens on these smaller oil and gas operations. The bill also mandates automatic approval for state plans that remove these standards for marginal wells.

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.

This bill, the "No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act," amends the Internal Revenue Code to redefine "qualified overtime compensation" specifically for Border Patrol agents. This change ensures that certain overtime pay received by these agents is treated favorably for tax purposes. The legislation aims to exclude specific forms of overtime and premium pay from taxation.

The NO FAKES Act of 2026 establishes a federal property right for individuals, living or deceased, to control the use of their voice or visual likeness in unauthorized, highly realistic digital replicas. This law outlines specific licensing requirements, post-mortem rights, and creates civil liability for unauthorized creation or distribution of these digital likenesses. It also implements a notice-and-takedown system for online service providers to manage infringing user-uploaded content.

The AI PLAN Act directs key federal agencies to develop a strategy to counter the national and economic security risks posed by adversarial actors using artificial intelligence for financial crimes. This involves submitting annual reports detailing current and needed resources, interagency coordination, and public-private partnerships. The bill also mandates follow-up recommendations for legislative action and best practices to mitigate these evolving AI-driven threats.

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.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

This resolution honors mothers and recognizes the significance of motherhood in raising the next generation, coinciding with Mother's Day. It affirms that mothers are, by definition, women, while also acknowledging the roles of stepmothers, adopted mothers, and single mothers. The bill expresses concern over recent challenges to the definition of "mother" and encourages the public to celebrate the women who bring life into the world.

This Act strengthens national security by expanding the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review of real estate transactions involving foreign adversaries. It specifically targets purchases of farmland and property near sensitive national security sites. The legislation introduces a presumption that such "elevated risk" transactions pose unresolvable risks, placing a high burden on CFIUS to prove otherwise. Furthermore, it mandates consideration of U.S. food security during transaction reviews and ensures state laws restricting foreign adversary land ownership remain in effect.

The Uyghur Forced Labor Disclosure Act requires companies listing securities on U.S. exchanges to disclose their supply chain links to goods produced using forced labor in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR). This mandates detailed public reporting, independent verification of sourcing documentation, and penalties for noncompliance. These disclosure requirements are set to be repealed after eight years or sooner if the President certifies that China has ended human rights abuses in the region.

The Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act aims to significantly boost educational opportunities for youth who are or have been in foster care. This bill increases the annual Education and Training Voucher (ETV) amount from \$5,000 to \$12,000 per year. It also mandates that states simplify the application process and actively inform eligible youth about these crucial education benefits.

The Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026 aims to encourage forest restoration through tax incentives. It significantly increases the immediate deduction limit for standard reforestation expenses and introduces a new, substantial deduction for reforestation costs following a qualified natural disaster. These provisions are designed to support landowners by making forest recovery more financially feasible, with adjustments for inflation built in for future years.

The Fuel and Strengthen the American Refinery Act of 2026 (Fuel STAR Act) reforms the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) by limiting non-advanced renewable fuel volumes and establishing new criteria for small refinery exemptions. The bill also permits the year-round sale of E15 gasoline by adjusting volatility standards. These changes aim to modify biofuel blending requirements and support domestic refining operations.

This bill amends federal law to reclassify clergy and religious workers as employees for Social Security and Medicare tax purposes, requiring churches to withhold these taxes. It also repeals the existing religious exemption that allows clergy to opt out of Social Security coverage. Furthermore, the Act establishes a process for currently exempt clergy to revoke their exemption and mandates the IRS to report on informing these workers of their new options.

The IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act aims to strengthen protections and streamline processes for IRS whistleblowers. Key provisions include establishing a *de novo* review standard for award disputes in Tax Court and allowing whistleblowers to maintain anonymity during court proceedings. The bill also mandates interest payments on awards that are significantly delayed by the IRS.

This act expands opportunities for unemployed individuals to start their own businesses while receiving benefits. It modifies state self-employment assistance programs by removing previous eligibility hurdles and requiring participation in approved entrepreneurial training or business plan development. The legislation also increases the maximum number of participants allowed in these state programs.

The Multilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) Act aims to protect U.S. national security by restricting adversary access to advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The bill mandates diplomatic efforts to align export controls with allied nations and establishes a framework to impose strict U.S. regulations if those partners fail to implement sufficient safeguards. By targeting specific entities and facilities in countries of concern, the legislation seeks to close gaps in the current export control regime and maintain America’s technological advantage.

This bill, the "Stop Stealing our Chips Act," establishes a new whistleblower incentive and protection program within the Department of Commerce. It rewards individuals who provide original information leading to successful enforcement actions against violations of U.S. export control laws, particularly concerning advanced AI chips. The legislation also prohibits employers from retaliating against whistleblowers who report these violations.

The Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026 aims to protect proprietary, closed-source Artificial Intelligence models owned by U.S. entities from theft by foreign adversaries. It establishes new legal restrictions and penalties targeting "model extraction attacks" used by designated "entities of concern" to replicate advanced AI capabilities. The bill mandates government assessments, public reporting, and grants the President authority to impose sanctions against those found violating these provisions.