Legislative Activity

This bill authorizes appropriations for the Department of Defense for Fiscal Year 2026, covering procurement, research, personnel, and operations and maintenance across all military branches. It also includes significant provisions aimed at streamlining acquisition processes, enhancing cybersecurity for defense systems, and addressing critical supply chain vulnerabilities, particularly concerning foreign adversaries. Furthermore, the legislation authorizes military construction projects and extends several key authorities related to personnel benefits, international security cooperation, and the modernization of the defense industrial base.

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act officially confirms the tribe's status under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934, treating them as if they were under federal jurisdiction since that date. This legislation also validates and confirms all land previously taken into trust by the Secretary of the Interior for the benefit of the tribe. Essentially, the bill ensures parity and legal certainty regarding the tribe's historical relationship with the federal government concerning land and recognition.

This bill modifies the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest to officially incorporate a newly designated area. The Secretary of Agriculture is authorized to acquire land, water, or rights within this expanded boundary from willing sellers. Any acquired property will be managed as part of the existing National Forest System.

This bill establishes a new per diem allowance for Members of Congress to cover lodging, meal, and incidental expenses incurred when traveling specifically to cast votes in the Washington D.C. area. Members whose official residence is outside the Washington Metropolitan Area are eligible for this allowance on days they are present and vote. The allowance amounts will align with GSA rates, and these payments are explicitly excluded from federal, state, and local taxation.

This bill amends the Uniform Time Act of 1966, giving states the option to observe daylight saving time year-round. States can choose to apply daylight saving time throughout the year, maintain a single standard time, or implement year-round daylight saving time within specific time zones.

This bill amends title 39 of the United States Code to require that all mailed solicitations include a clear and conspicuous notice that the mailing is a solicitation. The notice must state "This is a solicitation" or similar language approved by the Postal Service. Certain types of mail are exempt from this requirement.

This bill allocates \$25,977,070 from the House of Representatives' funds to cover the expenses of the Committee on Armed Services during the 119th Congress, including staff salaries. The funds are divided into two equal amounts, one for each session of Congress. Payments must be made via vouchers approved by the Chairman and the House Administration Committee, and all expenditures must comply with the House Administration Committee's regulations.