Legislative Activity

This resolution formally congratulates the New York Knicks on winning the 2026 NBA Finals, their first championship in 53 years. It highlights their historic playoff achievements, including record-breaking comebacks and exceptional team performance. The bill also recognizes Finals MVP Jalen Brunson and commends the team for uniting New Yorkers through their resilience.

The Stock Buyback Accountability Act of 2026 significantly increases the excise tax on corporate stock repurchases from 1% to 4%. It also tightens the rules for calculating this tax by preventing corporations from offsetting the tax liability with the value of stock issued to highly compensated executives and certain top earners. This legislation aims to discourage excessive stock buybacks by increasing the cost and limiting available deductions.

This bill proposes to abolish the Anti-Weaponization Fund, which was established by the Attorney General in connection with the *Trump v. Internal Revenue Service* case. Additionally, it nullifies the Attorney General's related order concerning the release of certain claims, rendering it legally void.

The **Make More in America Act of 2026** fundamentally expands the mission of the Export-Import Bank to actively finance the domestic development, commercialization, and production of critical technologies, aiming to counter foreign competition, particularly from China. It establishes the new "Make More in America Program" to support U.S. manufacturing projects in strategic industries, requiring job creation commitments and prevailing wage standards. Furthermore, the bill creates an Investment Committee to develop a 10-year national investment roadmap and enhances interagency coordination to align federal resources supporting domestic industrial growth.

This joint resolution seeks to nullify a recent rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) concerning Truth in Lending and consumer protections for home sales financed under contracts for deed. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, Congress is formally disapproving and voiding this specific CFPB regulation.

This bill prohibits the Department of Justice from using federal funds to facilitate or approve any personal payments to the President related to claims under the Federal Tort Claims Act. It ensures that neither settlements nor other Judgment Fund disbursements can be used for the President's personal financial benefit.

The Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act aims to increase competition in the meat industry by breaking up large, multi-category, and foreign-controlled meatpacking conglomerates. The legislation directs the Federal Trade Commission to enforce divestitures, limit market concentration, and prevent unfair pricing practices. Additionally, it establishes support programs to help farmers' cooperatives and small businesses acquire meatpacking assets, ultimately seeking to lower consumer prices and empower independent producers.

This bill authorizes the display of the Pride flag at all National Park System units. Additionally, it expresses the Senate's formal support for restoring and maintaining the Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument in New York.

This Act mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) audit of the U.S.-Venezuela energy deal announced in January 2026, which involves U.S. control over Venezuelan oil proceeds. The audit will review the activities of involved federal agencies regarding the marketing, sale, and disbursement of these funds. The Comptroller General must report findings and recommendations to Congress after completing the review.

Virginia's Law amends federal criminal statutes to create new civil remedies for victims of sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and related crimes. This allows victims to sue perpetrators for damages and attorney's fees in U.S. district courts. The law also eliminates the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related to forced labor and certain severe forms of sex trafficking. Furthermore, it establishes a special one-year window for certain previously time-barred claims to be filed.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Majority Leader to initiate litigation against the President and Department of Justice officials for failing to comply with the bipartisan mandate of Public Law 11938 regarding the release of Epstein-related records. It specifically addresses the DOJ's insufficient document production, improper redactions, and failure to meet the statutory deadline. The measure directs the Senate to legally challenge these actions to ensure full compliance with the law.

The Lower Health Care Costs Act focuses on making health insurance more affordable by extending enhanced premium tax credits through 2028. This extension ensures continued financial assistance for Marketplace plans and maintains eligibility for higher-income households. The bill effectively prevents these crucial subsidies from expiring at the end of 2025.

This resolution strongly condemns white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, specifically targeting the promotion of these dangerous ideologies by Nick Fuentes. It further condemns Tucker Carlson and Kevin Roberts for platforming and defending Fuentes's documented antisemitic and Holocaust-denying statements. The resolution affirms the nation's commitment to fighting antisemitism and urges all leaders to reject these hateful views.

The Management of Individuals’ Neural Data Act of 2025 (MIND Act) addresses growing concerns over the collection and use of sensitive brain data derived from neurotechnology. This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to conduct a comprehensive study and report on necessary federal governance, privacy protections, and regulatory frameworks for neural data. Ultimately, the Act aims to establish clear rules to prevent exploitation, manipulation, and discrimination while encouraging responsible innovation in brain-computer interfaces.

This resolution formally recognizes the unparalleled dedication of the late Lloyd Ashburn Williams to fostering economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem. It honors his decades of service, particularly as the long-time leader of The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of HARLEM WEEK. The document serves as a tribute to his profound impact on the community's growth and identity.

The Lowering Electric Bills Act extends crucial tax credits for residential clean energy installations until 2034. It also modifies the phase-out schedule for the Clean Electricity Production and Investment Credits, tying their continuation to achieving specific emissions reduction targets or the year 2032. These changes aim to provide long-term stability for clean energy investments.

This resolution officially commemorates the 50th anniversary of hip hop culture by designating specific dates in 2025 for celebration. It recognizes August 11, 1973, as the birth of hip hop and acknowledges the genre's massive cultural and economic impact. The bill sets aside August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day," August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month," and November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month."

The Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act primarily repeals previous health subtitle changes and permanently extends enhanced premium tax credits for marketplace health insurance. This extension removes the income cap for receiving enhanced credits and updates the calculation method for determining an individual's required premium contribution. The bill aims to simplify the tax code related to health insurance affordability.

This bill, the Charles B. Rangel Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to honor the late Congressman Charles B. Rangel for his distinguished military service and decades of legislative achievement. The medal will be struck by the Secretary of the Treasury and ultimately presented to his children. The Act also outlines procedures for creating and selling bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

This resolution condemns Russia's devastating use of advanced ballistic missiles against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure. It expresses strong support for immediately increasing U.S. military aid to Ukraine, specifically demanding the rapid transfer of sophisticated air defense systems like PATRIOTs. The bill urges the President to expedite these transfers to protect Ukrainian lives and sovereignty.