Legislative Activity

The PRESS Act establishes a new federal crime for manufacturing or distributing equipment used to make illegal drugs if that equipment is intended for substances that will be unlawfully imported into the United States. This legislation amends the Controlled Substances Act to create specific prison sentences for these supply chain offenses. The Act also directs the Sentencing Commission to update federal guidelines to reflect these new penalties.

The SCAM Act establishes new grounds for the government to revoke the citizenship of naturalized individuals. It allows for denaturalization if a person commits fraud against the government, joins a terrorist organization, or commits an aggravated felony within ten years of naturalization. These actions are deemed proof that the individual lacked good moral character at the time they became a citizen. Revocation of citizenship under this Act is retroactive to the original date of naturalization.

This act eliminates the Federal Insurance Office and establishes a new United States Insurance Representative within the Treasury to coordinate international insurance policy. The Representative gains authority to preempt state insurance laws only if they conflict with international agreements and treat foreign insurers less favorably. Additionally, the bill adds a State Insurance Commissioner as a voting member to the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC).

The No Bounties on Badges Act authorizes the Attorney General to offer rewards for information leading to the arrest, conviction, or prevention of acts involving individuals offering bounties to harm or kill U.S. law enforcement officers. This legislation specifically expands the scope of existing reward programs to cover threats against officers.

The Student Visa Integrity Act of 2026 establishes new fees and stricter requirements for academic institutions to enhance the integrity and security of the student visa program. The bill mandates accreditation for schools enrolling foreign students, increases criminal penalties for immigration document fraud, and imposes new reporting and disclosure rules, including those related to foreign government influence. Furthermore, it modernizes the SEVIS tracking system and sets specific limitations on online study and admission periods for certain visa holders.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 targets the increasing threat posed by organized theft groups impacting retail and the national supply chain. This bill strengthens federal law by expanding money laundering statutes and lowering thresholds for property crimes related to theft. Crucially, it establishes a new federal coordination center within Homeland Security Investigations to align efforts across all levels of law enforcement and the private sector to combat these cross-jurisdictional crimes.

The Unsubscribe Act of 2025 establishes strict federal rules to protect consumers from deceptive "negative option" marketing, where silence is treated as consent to be charged. This law mandates clear disclosure, requires express informed consent for initial charges and automatic renewals, and demands easy, accessible cancellation methods for all contracts. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is empowered to enforce these new standards against merchants nationwide.

The Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act establishes a new federal crime for intentionally compelling a minor to engage in harmful acts, including self-harm, animal crushing, or abusive nonsexual or sexually explicit conduct. This law applies when using mail, interstate commerce, or within U.S. jurisdiction, defining "compel" to include threats, fraud, or manipulation. Penalties range up to 10 years imprisonment, increasing significantly if serious bodily injury or death results.

This bill amends the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 to temporarily exclude certain False Claims Act recoveries from being deposited into the Crime Victims Fund through fiscal year 2029. It also mandates a comprehensive audit by the Department of Justice Inspector General on the Fund's sustainability and the impact of recent legislative changes. The resulting report will provide recommendations for improving the Fund's effectiveness and oversight.

This bill officially designates January 9, 2026, as "National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers nationwide. It also establishes National Police Week and National Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15th) to commemorate officers who have died in the line of duty. The legislation encourages the President to issue annual proclamations recognizing these days and calls for flags to be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day.

This bill, the "No Federal Funds for Cashless Bail Act," prohibits the federal government from providing grants to state or local jurisdictions that restrict the use of cash bail for individuals charged with serious offenses. These "covered offenses" include violent crimes and acts that promote public disorder. The restriction applies to any jurisdiction with a policy that substantially limits cash bail for these specific charges.

The Pet and Livestock Protection Act officially removes the gray wolf from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife. This legislation mandates the reissuance of the November 3, 2020, final rule concerning the gray wolf's delisting within 60 days of enactment. Furthermore, the reissuance of this rule is explicitly barred from judicial review.

The Cashless Bail Reporting Act requires the Attorney General to publish an annual list of jurisdictions that allow pretrial release without money bail for individuals charged with serious or violent crimes. This legislation aims to increase transparency regarding policies that permit the release of defendants accused of offenses that threaten public safety and order.

The Aviation Funding Solvency Act establishes a temporary mechanism to ensure the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) can continue essential operations if Congress fails to pass regular appropriations. This allows the FAA Administrator to draw upon the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to maintain operations at the previous year's funding rate. The temporary funding ceases once a new appropriation or continuing resolution is enacted. The bill also makes a technical amendment regarding non-premium war risk insurance.

The Protect Children’s Innocence Act establishes federal criminal penalties for performing genital or bodily mutilation or chemical castration on individuals under 18 years old. This law applies when the act involves interstate commerce or occurs in U.S. territories. It explicitly prohibits procedures intended to change a minor's body to correspond with a different sex, with narrow exceptions for specific medical necessities.

The Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act prohibits payment card networks and financial processors from creating or requiring special merchant category codes specifically for firearm retailers. This legislation aims to prevent the singling out of businesses that sell firearms, ammunition, or related components through transaction coding. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcement and reporting annually to Congress on the law's implementation.

The Kayla Hamilton Act significantly tightens the requirements for placing unaccompanied alien children in federal custody. It mandates extensive background checks and consultations with Homeland Security and the Attorney General before placement decisions are made. The bill also establishes stricter criteria for secure facility placement and prohibits placement with sponsors who have serious criminal histories. Furthermore, it exempts certain implementation procedures from standard administrative rulemaking requirements to ensure swift action.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

This bill, the American Border Story Memorial Act, authorizes The American Border Story (TABS) to establish a memorial in Washington, D.C. This memorial will honor U.S. citizens and legal residents killed in crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in the United States. The establishment must adhere to federal regulations for commemorative works, but crucially, no federal funds can be used for its creation or maintenance.

The Flight Risk Reduction Act amends federal law to establish a new presumption against pretrial release for non-citizens who are not lawful permanent residents. This legislation mandates a detention hearing for such individuals and shifts the burden to them to prove, with clear and convincing evidence, that release conditions will ensure their court appearance and community safety. Notably, the bill prohibits using a non-citizen defendant's U.S. family or employment ties as evidence to overcome this detention presumption.