Legislative Activity

The SLUSH FUND Act of 2026 imposes a 100% tax on certain settlement payments received by former Presidents, their families, and related entities from funds originating from civil actions against the United States. This new tax is treated separately from standard income tax and cannot be deducted. The Act also mandates strict reporting requirements for those making these payments, with penalties for non-compliance.

The Restoring Overtime Pay Act of 2026 significantly updates overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It establishes a phased-in, rising minimum salary threshold for executive, administrative, and professional employees to qualify for overtime exemption, eventually tying it to national earnings data. Additionally, the bill tightens the "duties test," reducing the amount of non-exempt work an employee can perform while remaining exempt from overtime pay. These changes aim to restore overtime eligibility to more salaried workers.

The Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes during public health emergencies. It authorizes significant funding for enhanced data collection, surveillance, and research across various CDC programs. Furthermore, the bill mandates public data disclosure, requires public health communication campaigns, and establishes a task force to develop federal recommendations for ensuring safe, respectful, and equitable maternity care during crises.

This resolution expresses support for designating the last full week of May as "Wildfire Preparedness Week." The initiative aims to raise public awareness about the growing threat of wildfires and promote essential educational programs on fire safety and community preparedness. It encourages preventative measures, such as evacuation planning and responsible land management, to reduce human-caused fires.

The **Protecting Our Democracy Act** imposes sweeping reforms across the executive branch to strengthen accountability and restore checks and balances. It restricts presidential pardon power, closes loopholes to ensure no President is above the law, and enforces constitutional emoluments clauses to prevent self-enrichment. Furthermore, the Act enhances congressional oversight by strengthening subpoena enforcement, increasing transparency around White House visitors and tax returns, and protecting federal whistleblowers from retaliation.

The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 establishes permanent, universal free breakfast and lunch programs for all enrolled students at participating schools, eliminating income tests and meal debt collection. The bill significantly updates federal funding mechanisms by replacing reliance on free and reduced-price lunch data with new measures for identifying economically disadvantaged students across various education and social programs. Furthermore, it expands access to summer and afterschool meals while making technical amendments across several federal education and nutrition laws.

This Act establishes the January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund to provide financial compensation for injuries and deaths sustained by law enforcement officers defending the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The program will be administered by a Special Master appointed by the Attorney General, who will review claims for economic and noneconomic losses. The bill also mandates an additional, guaranteed payment for all eligible officers, funded in part by certain government settlement amounts related to the attack. Determinations made by the Special Master regarding compensation are final and not subject to judicial review.

The Vote by Mail Protection Act of 2026 officially establishes its name and immediately repeals Executive Order 14399. This action cancels any existing contracts made under that order and prohibits the use of agency funds to support its related activities.

This resolution supports designating May 10, 2026, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day." It aims to raise awareness about the significant mental health challenges and barriers to care faced by the AANHPI community. The bill encourages improving mental health literacy, increasing culturally competent providers, and adopting policies to better serve these diverse populations.

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of May 3–9, 2026, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week." The goal is to raise public and medical community awareness about tardive dyskinesia (TD), a serious involuntary movement disorder affecting hundreds of thousands of Americans. This designation encourages education about TD, a condition often undiagnosed despite available treatments.

This bill establishes the Accelerating Demonstration Approaches for Protecting Transportation Assets (ADAPT Assets) Program, a competitive grant initiative managed by the Secretary of Transportation. The program will award up to 10 grants for large-scale demonstration projects designed to make critical transportation infrastructure more resilient to natural hazards. Eligible projects must address documented hazard risks and aim to preserve mobility, safety, and economic function through adaptation, elevation, or protective measures.

This resolution officially designates the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as Teacher Appreciation Week. It recognizes the vital role of public school teachers and highlights their key priorities, including support for existing federal protections and funding. Furthermore, the bill encourages leaders to engage directly with teachers to ensure their expertise informs education policy.

This resolution strongly opposes any rollback of the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, emphasizing its critical role in tracking U.S. emissions. The program provides essential, transparent data vital for protecting public health, advancing environmental justice, and supporting federal, state, and business climate initiatives. Undermining this system would erode scientific integrity and hinder efforts to address climate change and pollution impacts.

The No WAR Act establishes a procedural barrier, a "point of order," in Congress to prevent funding for unauthorized military action against Iran through the budget reconciliation process. This means that any reconciliation bill providing budget authority for hostilities against Iran will be out of order unless Congress has first formally authorized that military force. The Act ensures that funding for military conflict against Iran requires explicit prior congressional approval.

This bill officially designates May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It calls for nationwide recognition and celebration of the significant contributions, achievements, and history of these communities to the United States. The measure emphasizes that these communities enhance the nation's diversity and strength.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." This action ensures the building is officially recognized by its new name in all records and documentation.

This bill establishes the Commission on Americans Living Abroad to study the impact of federal laws and policies on U.S. citizens residing overseas. The Commission will investigate issues such as taxation, access to benefits, and voting rights. It is required to submit detailed findings and recommendations to Congress and the President within one year, followed by an update one year later.

The SEED Act (Supporting Early-childhood Educators Deductions Act) expands the existing federal educator expense deduction to include early childhood educators. This legislation allows childcare providers and preschool teachers to claim tax deductions for out-of-pocket classroom expenses, mirroring the benefit currently available to K-12 teachers. The change is set to take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Domenic and Ed's Law amends the Higher Education Act to discharge federal parent loans if the student for whom the loan was taken becomes permanently and totally disabled. This cancellation applies to all outstanding parent loans under these specific disability conditions.

This resolution officially designates April as Community College Month to celebrate the vital role of over 1,000 community colleges nationwide. It recognizes these institutions for providing accessible higher education, workforce training, and significant contributions to the U.S. economy. The bill highlights their affordability, local presence, and impact on student success across the country.