Legislative Activity

This bill significantly expands whistleblower protections for individuals working on federal contracts and grants across the government, including those with the DoD and NASA. It broadens the definition of who is protected and what activities are covered, such as refusing illegal orders. Furthermore, the Act prohibits executive branch officials from requesting retaliation and ensures that these new protections cannot be waived by employment agreements.

The Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act strengthens safety protocols by mandating strict, short timelines for manufacturers to report potential ingredient contamination and confirmed positive test results for finished infant formula. It also requires the FDA to issue regular reports on supply chain resiliency and review manufacturer investigations following contamination incidents. This legislation aims to ensure quicker responses to safety threats and improve the overall stability of the infant formula market.

The Satellite Cybersecurity Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive federal review of cybersecurity support for commercial satellite systems, led by the Comptroller General. It requires the Department of Commerce to establish a public online clearinghouse for cybersecurity resources and consolidate voluntary industry recommendations. Furthermore, the Act compels the Department of Commerce to develop and submit a national cybersecurity strategy for these systems to Congress.

The NASA UAS Detection Act grants NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track drones posing a credible threat to its facilities or assets. This power allows NASA personnel to intercept communications controlling such drones, provided they coordinate closely with the FAA and adhere to strict privacy protections. The law mandates risk assessments for all NASA sites and requires regular reporting to Congress on the use of these detection capabilities, which will terminate in 2031.

The Fund CISA Personnel Act of 2026 ensures that Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) employees continue to receive their pay and benefits during any potential lapse in federal funding for fiscal year 2026. This measure provides a temporary, retroactive funding mechanism to maintain agency operations until a regular appropriations bill is enacted.

This resolution commends the historic accomplishments of both the United States Women's and Men's Ice Hockey Teams for winning gold medals at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. It specifically honors key players for their game-winning contributions and recognizes this as the first time both U.S. teams have achieved gold in the same Games. The resolution affirms that these victories will inspire future generations of athletes.

The Self-Initiation Trade Enforcement Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated task force within the Department of Commerce to proactively identify and investigate unfair foreign trade practices, such as illegal subsidies and dumping. By monitoring global trade data and prioritizing the needs of small and medium-sized U.S. businesses, the task force aims to protect domestic industries from harmful international competition.

The Lifelong Learning Act amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to increase funding reservations for incumbent worker training and transitional jobs programs. It also establishes new performance reporting requirements for incumbent worker training programs. Finally, the bill expands flexibility by allowing local workforce development boards to serve as one-stop operators under specific conflict of interest safeguards.

The Spotted Wing Abatement Trust Act of 2026, or SWAT Act, addresses the significant damage caused by the invasive spotted wing drosophila to U.S. fruit crops. This bill establishes a dedicated research and mitigation fund within the USDA, administered by APHIS. The fund is authorized to receive $6.5 million annually for five years to support efforts to reduce the pest's harmful effects.

The Streamlining Federal Grants Act of 2026 aims to significantly improve the effectiveness and performance of federal grant programs by simplifying application and reporting requirements. It establishes a new Grants Council and mandates that agencies designate senior officials to oversee reforms and better coordinate with non-Federal entities. Ultimately, the law seeks to improve service delivery, especially for organizations historically underserved by federal funding.

This bill mandates the Department of Defense to develop and report on a new, comprehensive cyber workforce strategy by January 2027. The strategy must assess progress on the existing framework, detail workforce size and goals, and outline resource requirements. It also requires identifying roadblocks and opportunities for leveraging external partnerships and commercial tools to improve talent acquisition and development.

This bill reauthorizes funding for essential monitoring, assessment, and research activities within the Great Lakes Basin through fiscal year 2030. It ensures continued support for understanding and protecting the Great Lakes fishery resources.

This bill directs the Department of Defense (DoD) to assess and develop a roadmap for implementing open technical standards to verify the origin and history of its public digital media. The roadmap must outline strategic objectives, required processes, and resource needs for establishing digital content provenance capabilities. The Secretary of Defense is required to brief Congress on these findings by July 2026.

This bill, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Retirement Technical Corrections Act, adjusts retirement benefits for certain CBP Officers hired around July 2008 to ensure they receive the correct annuity entitlements. It mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to correct these benefits retroactively for eligible individuals. Furthermore, the Comptroller General must review CBP's hiring practices related to these retirement benefits.

The Lobbying Disclosure Improvement Act amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 to enhance transparency in lobbying registration. This bill requires lobbyists to explicitly state whether they are exempt from registration under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. This ensures clearer disclosure regarding potential foreign agent activities.

The HELP Response and Recovery Act repeals obsolete contracting requirements within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Following this repeal, the Secretary of Homeland Security must submit annual reports detailing how the change has promoted taxpayer savings. These reports will also provide specific information on FEMA contracts awarded under urgent circumstances without competitive bidding.

The Disaster Assistance Simplification Act aims to streamline the federal disaster recovery process by establishing a single, unified intake system for all disaster assistance programs. This system will allow survivors to submit one consolidated application, track their status, and enable agencies to share necessary data securely. The goal is to reduce applicant burden and speed up the delivery of aid following a declared disaster.

The SAFER SKIES Act expands the authority of federal, state, local, Tribal, and territorial law enforcement to counter unauthorized drone threats to public safety and critical infrastructure. It establishes strict training, certification, and reporting requirements for state and local agencies utilizing these new counter-drone measures. Furthermore, the bill increases criminal penalties for using drones during felonies or to smuggle contraband and allows grant funds to be used for purchasing public safety drones and counter-UAS technology.

This bill mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to develop and submit a strategy for accelerating its response to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination from its activities. The strategy must prioritize cleanup based on health risks and establish clear timelines for remediation efforts. Furthermore, the DoD is required to create a public online dashboard detailing funding, cleanup status, and timelines for every affected military installation.

The BIOSECURE Act of 2025 prohibits federal agencies from contracting with or using federal funds to support biotechnology providers identified as national security risks. This measure aims to safeguard sensitive biological data by restricting the use of equipment and services from designated "biotechnology companies of concern." The Director of OMB is tasked with establishing and maintaining a list of these prohibited entities. The Act includes specific waiver authorities and exceptions for national security and overseas healthcare needs.