Legislative Activity

The American LNG First Act of 2026 streamlines the domestic transport of liquefied natural gas by creating a targeted exemption to U.S. coastwise trade laws. This legislation allows for the certification of specific vessels to carry LNG while explicitly prohibiting any involvement from Russian or Chinese interests, including ownership, flagging, or crew participation.

The American Petroleum First Act proposes an exemption to U.S. maritime laws, allowing foreign-built or foreign-reflagged vessels to transport crude oil and petroleum products between U.S. ports. This exemption explicitly excludes vessels, owners, or crew members associated with Russia or China.

The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act prevents federal agencies from banning the use of lead ammunition and tackle on federal lands and waters open to hunting and fishing. Exceptions to this rule are only permitted if specific, site-based field data proves lead is causing a wildlife population decline and the action is approved by or consistent with state wildlife policies.

This bill amends the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 to increase government transparency. It mandates that information regarding federal awards be published online within three days of issuance, significantly accelerating the current 30-day reporting requirement to provide the public with near real-time access.

The Stop the Sexualization of Children Act prohibits the use of federal education funds to develop or promote programs, activities, or materials for minors that include sexually oriented material. This restriction specifically targets content exposing children to nudity, stripping, or lewd dancing. The bill carves out exceptions for standard science coursework, classic literature, classic art, and major world religious texts.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.

The Interstate Milk Freedom Act of 2026 prohibits federal interference in the interstate sale and transportation of unpasteurized milk and milk products. This protection applies when both the state of origin and the destination state permit the distribution of raw milk for human consumption and all state-level packaging and labeling laws are met. The bill preserves individual state authority while ensuring that compliant producers can move their products across state lines without federal restriction.

The No Free Rides Act of 2026 prohibits public transportation agencies receiving federal funding from implementing universal fare-free policies. While it mandates fare collection for general riders, the bill allows for targeted discounts for specific groups like seniors, students, and low-income individuals. Additionally, agencies may seek a waiver from the Secretary of Transportation if they can secure dedicated non-federal funding to cover the costs of a fare-free program.

The One Nation, One Visa Policy Act mandates that all nationals of the People’s Republic of China, including those from Hong Kong and Macau, must possess a valid visa for entry into the United States. This legislation prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to allow Chinese nationals to participate in any visa waiver programs.

This bill, the "Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act," prohibits state and local law enforcement agencies from hiring or retaining individuals who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. It also amends federal law regarding which firearm restrictions apply to government entities, updating specific exemptions related to firearm sales and possession.

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act prohibits federal agencies from providing funding or support for the creation and maintenance of state-level firearm ownership databases. This legislation ensures that federal resources cannot be used to track lawful gun owners, with a specific exception for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms.

The "Protecting Puppies from Sharia Act" aims to prevent state and local governments from banning dog ownership by restricting federal funding to any jurisdiction that implements such a prohibition. Congress asserts that the right to own a dog is an American right and that Sharia law is a foreign concept contrary to the pursuit of happiness.

The Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 restricts the U.S. government from entering into settlement agreements that mandate payments to third parties, except for direct restitution or payment for services rendered. This legislation aims to prevent the use of settlement funds for purposes other than remedying harm to the United States or its citizens. The Act also establishes reporting and annual audit requirements for federal agencies regarding these settlement agreements.

The Protecting Motherhood Act mandates that federal agencies use specific, sex-based terminology such as "mother," "woman," or "female" instead of the term "birthing person" in all official documents. This legislation defines the required terms to ensure consistency in federal communications regarding pregnancy and parenthood.

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.

The Public Charge Clarification Act of 2026 establishes a strict, codified definition for when an immigrant is deemed a "public charge," making them inadmissible to the U.S. This law specifically lists numerous federal, state, and local benefits, including SNAP and Medicaid, that count toward this determination if received for more than 12 months within any 36-month period. The Act mandates that officers consider all statutory factors holistically but allows for public charge bonds as a condition of entry in certain cases. These new standards will apply to all pending and future immigration applications after the effective date.

The "No Welfare for Non-Citizens Act" seeks to significantly restrict federal public benefit eligibility for non-citizens by eliminating existing exceptions and establishing a broad rule of ineligibility. The bill expands the definition of federal public benefits to explicitly include cash assistance while repealing previous provisions that allowed for limited access to federal programs.

The DISPOSAL Act mandates the sale or long-term lease of six specific, underutilized federal buildings in Washington, D.C., granting the Administrator of General Services broad discretion over the transactions. This process is largely exempt from standard environmental and historic preservation reviews, with a strict prohibition on foreign ownership. Net proceeds from these disposals will fund relocation costs before being deposited into the Treasury to reduce the deficit.

The Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025 seeks to formally prohibit the operations of the Muslim Brotherhood and its affiliates within the United States by applying existing anti-terrorism restrictions. This legislation mandates the Secretary of State to annually report on all Muslim Brotherhood branches globally, leading to the imposition of sanctions by the President on those entities. Furthermore, the bill establishes immigration consequences, including visa cancellation, for members of the organization.

This bill repeals specific requirements for notifying Senate offices when legal processes seek the disclosure of Senate data. Essentially, it removes existing notification mandates related to legal requests for Senate information.