Legislative Activity

The Sanctuary Jurisdiction Event Security Enhancement Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from providing federal security funding and resources for major events to state and local jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Funds withheld from these "sanctuary jurisdictions" would be reallocated to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to prioritize the detention and removal of public safety threats. The bill also mandates semiannual reporting to Congress on the impact of these funding restrictions and reallocations.

The Railway Safety Act of 2026 enhances national rail safety by mandating stricter operational standards, advanced defect detection technology, and more frequent equipment inspections for freight trains. Additionally, the legislation strengthens emergency preparedness by establishing new funding streams, improved training, and a reimbursement program to support local communities in responding to hazardous material incidents.

The Drone Espionage Act strengthens federal law to explicitly prohibit the unauthorized recording or transmission of video of sensitive defense information. This amendment updates existing statutes to specifically cover video recordings, addressing modern surveillance capabilities.

The Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct Act (SCAM Act) holds online platforms accountable for displaying fraudulent or deceptive paid advertisements. It mandates that platforms implement strict advertiser verification and robust detection systems to prevent scams. The bill empowers the FTC, state attorneys general, and private citizens to enforce these new standards against platforms that fail to take reasonable steps to stop advertising misconduct.

This joint resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. It specifically targets the act approved by the D.C. Council in December 2025.

This bill, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act), mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID containing a citizenship indicator when casting a ballot in federal elections. Furthermore, the legislation requires states to implement ongoing programs to verify and remove non-citizens from voter rolls.

This resolution officially designates the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It expresses support for the week, recognizing the importance of diverse K-12 education options for empowering parents. The bill encourages all Americans to learn more about the educational choices available to families.

This resolution honors the life, achievements, and legacy of former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. It recognizes his distinguished service in the Air Force, his Olympic athletic career, and his historic tenure in the U.S. Congress. The resolution specifically highlights his landmark legislative accomplishments, including establishing the National Museum of the American Indian. The Senate expresses its sorrow and will recess as a mark of respect for his memory.

The Multiemployer Plan Relief Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to create an exception to automatic enrollment requirements for multiemployer pension plans. This change places multiemployer plans alongside governmental and church plans as exempt from these specific automatic enrollment rules. The provision is set to take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The Fraud Accountability Act makes fraud a deportable offense for non-citizens, regardless of the loss threshold. This legislation also mandates detention for non-citizens convicted of these fraud crimes. Furthermore, it establishes a process for the automatic revocation of citizenship for naturalized citizens convicted of certain serious crimes, including fraud.

This Senate resolution strongly condemns the recent rise in ideologically motivated attacks targeting Jewish individuals and institutions across the United States, including specific violent incidents in Colorado and Washington, D.C. It reaffirms the Senate's commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence. The resolution calls for thorough investigation of these acts and urges leaders to speak out against all forms of religious and political intimidation.

The Auto Theft Prevention Act establishes a new grant program within the Department of Justice to provide federal funding to states to combat rising auto theft. States receiving funds must distribute the majority to local law enforcement agencies for activities like hiring dedicated personnel and purchasing investigative equipment. This legislation aims to supplement existing resources to help states and localities prevent, detect, and investigate vehicle theft and trafficking.

The Putting American Workers First Act amends the National Labor Relations Act to prohibit employers and labor organizations from employing or representing unauthorized aliens. This measure establishes these actions as unfair labor practices, though it includes a good-faith exception based on using established employment verification systems. Furthermore, discharging an unauthorized alien cannot be used as evidence of animus against an employee's protected labor rights.

The Halo Act establishes new federal criminal penalties for individuals who obstruct immigration enforcement activities. Specifically, it prohibits knowingly approaching or remaining near a federal immigration enforcement officer after being warned, threatening the officer with physical harm, or harassing the officer while they are performing a lawful duty. Violators of this new offense could face fines or imprisonment for up to five years.

This bill mandates the Secretaries of HUD and Agriculture to withdraw their recent final determination on energy efficiency standards for federally financed housing. It prohibits the implementation of these withdrawn standards or any substantially similar ones across HUD, USDA, and VA programs. Furthermore, the legislation restricts the Federal Housing Finance Agency from finalizing new energy efficiency rules and requires consideration of existing state-level energy codes.

The Veterans TBI Adaptive Care Opportunities Nationwide Act of 2025 establishes a new Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) grant program to fund supplemental neurorehabilitation approaches for veterans suffering from chronic mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI). This program will award grants to eligible entities to develop and test patient-centered, non-medication therapies aimed at improving mental health outcomes and reducing suicidality. The goal is to advance innovative, integrated treatments for mTBI and associated conditions outside of traditional VA pathways.

The Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025, or POST Act, aims to enhance accountability for contract security personnel protecting federal facilities. It mandates improved data collection from covert testing, requiring mandatory training for staff who fail these tests. Furthermore, the Act requires the Federal Protective Service to evaluate and modernize its system for tracking security personnel shifts and reporting coverage gaps to building tenants.

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week, observed annually from October 23rd through 31st, to promote drug prevention education. It recognizes the ongoing national drug crisis, particularly the dangers of synthetic opioids like fentanyl. The bill encourages all Americans to wear red ribbons and participate in activities that promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles.

The Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025 ensures that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits continue without interruption, even if Congress fails to pass the Department of Agriculture's budget for fiscal year 2026. This legislation authorizes automatic funding from the Treasury to maintain payments and cover any retroactive benefits missed due to the delay. This temporary funding mechanism remains active until the regular fiscal year 2026 appropriations are officially enacted.

The STREAMLINE Act updates federal regulations to modernize anti-money laundering reporting requirements. It significantly raises the cash transaction reporting threshold from $\$10,000$ to $\$30,000$ and adjusts thresholds for Suspicious Activity Reports. Furthermore, the bill mandates that these reporting thresholds be reviewed and adjusted every five years to account for inflation. The Treasury Department is also required to review and streamline existing reporting forms and processes.