Legislative Activity

This Act strengthens financial accountability across federal agencies by expanding the duties of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) to oversee critical areas like risk management and internal controls. It mandates the creation of agency-specific financial management plans tied to a new governmentwide four-year strategy. Furthermore, the bill requires more robust annual reporting from agencies and the OMB Director to ensure transparency regarding financial performance and progress.

This concurrent resolution marks the U.S. 250th anniversary by reaffirming a national commitment to reducing gun violence and strengthening public safety. It recognizes the devastating impact of gun violence and supports evidence-informed measures like community intervention and universal background checks. The resolution calls for prioritizing support for law enforcement, investing in proactive violence prevention, and ensuring robust funding for victim services. Ultimately, it commits the nation to making gun violence prevention a priority for the next 250 years.

The Ending Fossil Fuel Bailouts Act of 2026 fundamentally reforms federal bankruptcy law concerning fossil fuel companies. This legislation prioritizes cleanup and employee obligations over other claims when these companies file for bankruptcy. It also prevents fossil fuel assets from being abandoned and makes certain environmental debts non-dischargeable.

The Offshore Leasing Standards and Accountability Act of 2026 establishes rigorous "fitness-to-operate" standards for offshore oil and gas operators, requiring certification based on environmental compliance, safety records, and financial solvency before issuing or extending leases. The bill also mandates that leaseholders fully fund future decommissioning liabilities through interest-bearing escrow accounts, with required payments scheduled to cover estimated costs within five years. Furthermore, it restricts the temporary abandonment of offshore wells to a maximum of three years, subject to strict operational or environmental justification.

The Fostering TRUST Act of 2026 mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) promptly notify Congress following any veteran suicide or attempted suicide occurring at a VA facility or a VA-utilized non-VA provider facility. These notifications, required within 7 and 60 days of the incident, aim to increase transparency regarding veteran safety within the VA system. The bill also requires the VA to include guidance on suicide prevention, warning signs, and available resources with each notification.

The Safe Transit for All Act of 2026 mandates that larger federally funded transit agencies establish programs to collect detailed data on street harassment and assaults targeting passengers. This data collection must include incident specifics, demographic information, and the impact on ridership, with the goal of improving public transportation safety. Agencies are required to publish this non-identifiable data publicly and establish response protocols for reported incidents.

This act mandates a feasibility study by the U.S. Space Command on expanding the Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender to include Japan and the Republic of Korea. The resulting report must detail the necessary policy, funding, and security considerations for their inclusion. This aims to enhance space cooperation among key Indo-Pacific allies.

The RECOUP Act of 2026 mandates the Department of Homeland Security to reimburse state and local first responder agencies for costs incurred while assisting ICE or CBP with immigration enforcement activities. This section outlines streamlined procedures for agencies to submit cost estimates and receive payment from existing, unobligated ICE or CBP funds. The bill also ensures the protection of first responders' personal information collected during these reimbursement processes.

The Unserialized Firearm Harm Oversight and Serialization Act of 2026 classifies firearm assembly kits as firearms and mandates the serialization of 3D-printed and other non-traditionally manufactured firearms. The bill requires licensed dealers to serialize any unserialized firearms they take into inventory while establishing a federal tax credit to help offset the associated compliance costs. These measures aim to improve firearm tracking and oversight without overriding existing state laws.

The DHS Use of Force Transparency Act of 2026 mandates that the Department of Homeland Security provide Congress with comprehensive documentation regarding officer-involved shootings and deaths in custody occurring on or after January 20, 2025. This legislation requires the disclosure of all relevant evidence, including video footage, internal reports, communications, and disciplinary records, to ensure rigorous oversight. By requiring these materials in largely unredacted form, the bill aims to increase accountability and transparency within DHS operations.

The Safe SPEEDS Act directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish national safety, classification, and labeling standards for electric bicycles and off-road electric devices. This legislation aims to improve consumer safety by requiring clear age recommendations, standardized device labeling, and ongoing federal analysis of crash data. Additionally, the bill authorizes grant funding to support state and local enforcement, data collection, and public safety education initiatives.

The BRUSH Fires Act mandates a comprehensive, one-year study by the Forest Service to evaluate the effectiveness of current wildfire mitigation methods in shrubland ecosystems. This study must analyze fuel management, ignition source control, and implementation hurdles to determine best practices. The resulting report will provide Congress with recommendations for improving fire risk reduction and enhancing partnerships to protect communities near wildlands.

The Financial Disclosure Modernization Act updates federal financial reporting requirements for public officials. This legislation expands the existing value ranges used to report income from dividends, rents, interest, and capital gains. The bill introduces new, higher brackets for reporting these significant financial assets.

The Reproductive Coercion Prevention and Protection Act of 2025 addresses reproductive coercion as a form of intimate partner violence that undermines reproductive autonomy. This bill amends federal law to define reproductive coercion, which includes sabotaging contraception or forcing pregnancy decisions. Crucially, it establishes a new federal civil cause of action allowing victims to sue perpetrators when the abuse involves interstate or foreign commerce. This new right ensures victims can seek damages and relief in federal court for this specific type of domestic violence.

The Ban on Self-Interested Contracting Act (BASIC Act) establishes a new criminal prohibition preventing special Government employees from knowingly receiving large federal awards from their own agencies or related parties. The Act also mandates increased transparency by requiring the publication of certain position data and financial disclosure reports for these employees. Finally, it creates a public, searchable database detailing covered special Government employees.

The Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media Act (FREEDOM Act) mandates the Secretary of State to report on internet freedom in Iran. This report must assess the feasibility of using emerging technologies, like direct-to-cell wireless, to expand internet access. It will also analyze the impact of current drone and jamming technologies on these efforts.

This Act establishes at least eight regional wildland fire research centers across the U.S. to improve understanding, prediction, and mitigation of wildland fire risks. These centers will coordinate research, develop new technologies, and focus on regional needs, overseen by a National Center Coordination Board. The legislation authorizes specific funding levels for the centers and the Board through Fiscal Year 2030.

The Digital Coast Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends the authorization of the Digital Coast Act through 2030. This legislation mandates that all data provided under the Act must be fully and freely available once accessible. Furthermore, it explicitly expands the required data to include information on underground infrastructure and subsurface utilities.

The Security and Accountability For Everyone (SAFE) Act of 2025 amends the Privacy Act of 1974 to allow individuals to sue federal employees directly for intentional or willful violations of their privacy rights that result in demonstrable harm. This legislation removes immunity defenses for federal personnel in such cases and makes them personally liable for damages, meaning the U.S. government will not cover these specific judgments. Additionally, State Attorneys General are empowered to bring civil actions on behalf of state residents harmed by these intentional privacy breaches.

The DEAL Act of 2025 mandates the Comptroller General to investigate specific large-value settlements or agreements between the Executive Branch and certain law firms occurring between February 1 and April 30, 2025. This report will determine if these arrangements—where legal services were provided concerning Executive Branch priorities—violated existing federal financial rules. The focus is on high-value legal engagements potentially linked to the government easing enforcement actions against those firms.