Legislative Activity

This resolution formally condemns socialism in all its forms, asserting that its ideology is incompatible with American values and the U.S. Constitution. It reaffirms the necessity of secure, citizen-only elections and calls for the enactment of the SAVE America Act to prevent noncitizen voting and strengthen election integrity.

The Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated unit within the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute criminal trade activities, such as smuggling, duty evasion, and trade-based money laundering. This legislation aims to bolster enforcement capacity through increased staffing, interagency collaboration, and the development of multi-jurisdictional responses. Additionally, it mandates annual reporting to Congress to ensure transparency and accountability in the government's efforts to protect American industry and labor.

The FASTER Act of 2026 expands food labeling requirements to include barley, rye, and oats as major food allergens, ensuring greater transparency for consumers. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive federal report on Celiac disease to improve data collection, diagnostic testing, and the development of new treatments.

This resolution condemns the 1994 terrorist bombing of the AMIA Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, which killed 85 people, and honors the victims who have waited decades for justice. It calls for full accountability for the Iranian and Hezbollah operatives responsible for the attack and urges international cooperation in executing outstanding arrest warrants. Furthermore, the bill stands in solidarity with Argentina’s Jewish community and encourages regional partners to designate Hezbollah and Hamas as terrorist organizations.

The "Combating Illicit Xylazine Act" aims to combat the illegal use of xylazine by adding it to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, which would allow for increased regulation and tracking of the substance. The bill includes exemptions and delayed effective dates for certain requirements to ease the transition for legitimate users, such as veterinarians and animal handlers. It also directs the Sentencing Commission to review sentencing guidelines for xylazine-related offenses and mandates reports to Congress on the prevalence and impact of illicit xylazine use. Finally, it will include xylazine in Arcos tracking.

This act, the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025, prohibits the Secretary of Labor from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule regarding heat injury and illness prevention published in August 2024. This restriction extends to any future standard substantially similar to the one proposed.

The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 amends Title IX to explicitly define "sex," "female," and "male" based on an individual's biologically determined sex and reproductive system. This legislation clarifies the scope of sex-based protections under federal education law. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.

The American Franchise Act aims to protect the traditional franchise business model by clarifying the definition of a "joint employer." This legislation establishes that a franchisor is only considered a joint employer if it exercises "substantial direct and immediate control" over the essential terms of employment for a franchisee's workers. This change specifically targets liability risks associated with maintaining brand standards, ensuring franchisors are not automatically held responsible for local labor practices. The new standard applies prospectively to future legal proceedings.

The English Language Proficiency Act amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to mandate that all naturalization applicants demonstrate proficiency in the English language and knowledge of U.S. history and government. This bill eliminates existing exemptions previously granted to elderly applicants and individuals with physical or developmental disabilities. Consequently, all applicants for U.S. citizenship would be required to meet these standards without exception.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Higher Education Act" proposes transferring the administration of numerous postsecondary education programs from the Department of Education to the Department of Labor. Additionally, the bill mandates the repeal of several specific education programs and establishes strict personnel caps to prevent an increase in the total number of federal employees. These measures aim to streamline federal oversight of higher education initiatives while ensuring a transition of resources and legal authority between the two departments.

The Less Bureaucracy, Better Foreign Medical Accreditation Act transfers the oversight of the National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation from the Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services. This transition aims to streamline the accreditation process while ensuring no net increase in federal employees. The bill includes provisions to maintain continuity for existing legal proceedings and administrative functions during the transfer.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Child Care for Student Parents Act" streamlines federal oversight by transferring child care access programs for low-income postsecondary students from the Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services. This legislation aims to improve administrative efficiency and service delivery for student parents while ensuring no net increase in federal staffing levels.

The Less Bureaucracy, Better Family Engagement Act streamlines federal oversight by transferring family engagement and school support programs from the Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services. This reorganization aims to improve program efficiency while ensuring that federal staffing levels remain stable during the transition. The bill includes comprehensive provisions to maintain the continuity of existing grants, contracts, and legal proceedings throughout the shift.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Tribal Education Act" proposes transferring the administration of numerous federal education and job training programs for Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities from the Department of Education to the Department of the Interior. This legislation aims to streamline oversight and consolidate these programs under a single agency while ensuring no net increase in the federal workforce. The bill also mandates formal tribal consultation to guide the transition process.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 aims to streamline and modernize the prior authorization process within Medicare Advantage plans. This bill mandates the adoption of electronic prior authorization systems and significantly increases transparency regarding approval rates and decision times starting in 2027. Furthermore, it establishes new enrollee protections and grants the Secretary authority to enforce faster decision timeframes for medical services.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better K–12 Education Act" proposes transferring the administration of major K–12 education grant programs and functions from the Department of Education to the Department of Labor. This legislation aims to streamline federal oversight by consolidating these responsibilities under the Secretary of Labor while ensuring no net increase in federal employee levels. The bill includes comprehensive transition provisions to maintain the continuity of existing grants, legal proceedings, and administrative operations.

The Less Bureaucracy, Better International Foreign Gift Transparency Act transfers the responsibility for overseeing foreign gift disclosures by higher education institutions from the Department of Education to the Department of State. This legislation streamlines oversight authority while ensuring a seamless transition of personnel, assets, and ongoing legal proceedings. Additionally, the bill mandates that these administrative changes be implemented without increasing the total number of federal employees.

The Chloe Cole Act of 2026 establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals to sue healthcare professionals and institutions for damages related to gender-transition medical interventions performed on them as minors. The bill permits lawsuits regardless of when the intervention occurred and sets a statute of limitations extending 25 years past the individual's 18th birthday. Additionally, it mandates strict liability for such interventions performed after the Act's enactment.

The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act amends the organization’s federal charter to formally define membership eligibility. The bill restricts membership to adult human females, establishing a biological definition for the term "female" based on reproductive system development.

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Student Aid Act" proposes transferring all federal student aid functions—including loan servicing, collections, and grant administration—from the Department of Education to the Department of the Treasury. This phased transition aims to streamline operations and improve oversight without increasing the total number of federal employees. The bill ensures that all existing legal obligations, contracts, and ongoing proceedings remain in effect throughout the transfer process.