Legislative Activity

The Consumer Financial Protection Accountability and Reform Act of 2026 seeks to restructure the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) by bringing it under congressional appropriations and establishing more rigorous oversight and transparency requirements. The bill introduces stricter standards for enforcement actions, clarifies definitions of abusive practices, and provides new regulatory frameworks for emerging financial products like earned wage access. Additionally, it adjusts supervisory thresholds and limits the Bureau’s ability to use market-monitoring data for enforcement, aiming to increase procedural fairness for both financial institutions and consumers.

The VISITOR Act aims to reduce visa wait times by providing the Department of State with greater flexibility to utilize and transfer existing consular fee collections. The bill also establishes a goal for the Department to interview 80 percent of nonimmigrant visa applicants within three weeks of their application.

The Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act of 2026 establishes a bipartisan commission to evaluate how the lack of affordable housing affects key life outcomes, such as health, education, and economic stability. The Task Force will quantify the financial burden this crisis places on government programs and provide Congress with evidence-based recommendations to improve policy effectiveness. Ultimately, this initiative aims to leverage affordable housing as a tool to enhance public well-being and strengthen community revitalization.

The Afghanistan TPS Act of 2026 designates Afghanistan for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) through July 1, 2029, allowing eligible Afghan nationals currently in the United States to live and work legally. The bill mandates an expedited 90-day adjudication process for applications and provides for fee waivers for those who qualify under this designation.

The Stop Support for UNRWA Act of 2026 prohibits the United States from providing any voluntary or assessed contributions to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). While it bars direct funding to the agency, the bill allows for humanitarian aid to be delivered through alternative organizations, provided they are certified to be free of ties to terrorism, violence, or antisemitism.

The Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends vital funding for ALS research and clinical trial programs through 2031. This legislation strengthens oversight by enhancing grant review processes, improving safety reporting requirements, and mandating a comprehensive five-year FDA action plan to accelerate the development of treatments for rare neurodegenerative diseases.

The Main Street Act is comprehensive legislation designed to foster a more competitive and accessible banking environment by reducing regulatory burdens on community banks and credit unions. The bill streamlines application processes, modernizes supervision standards, and enhances transparency across federal financial agencies to encourage local lending and economic growth. Additionally, it promotes innovation and financial stability by facilitating bank-fintech partnerships and improving the tools available for managing liquidity and bank resolutions.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 1157 West Mission Avenue in Escondido, California, as the "Captain E. Royce Williams Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all federal records and documents will henceforth use this new official name for the location.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3255 Northwest 94th Avenue in Coral Springs, Florida, as the "Nancy Metayer Post Office Building." This naming will be reflected in all official government documents and records pertaining to the facility.

The STRATA Act of 2026 establishes a State Department-led program to strengthen national security and economic competitiveness by partnering with trusted allies to develop secure, diversified critical mineral supply chains. The legislation fosters innovation through international research centers, streamlined technology adoption, and a digital platform for American businesses, while strictly prohibiting participation from adversarial nations. To ensure ongoing oversight, the Act includes a ten-year sunset provision that requires Congress to review and reauthorize these initiatives in the future.

The National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act authorizes $6 million in annual grants over seven years to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. These funds will support the National Law Enforcement Museum’s public education, community outreach, and officer safety and wellness programs. As a condition of the grant, the museum must provide free admission to law enforcement officers and their families, as well as dedicated free hours for the general public.

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 AADAPT Act expands access to specialized dementia care by authorizing grants for public and nonprofit health centers to integrate these services into their programs. Additionally, the bill extends federal funding authorization through 2031 to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of these critical health outcomes.

The FDA Modernization Act 3.0 directs the FDA to update federal regulations by replacing references to "animal testing" with the broader term "nonclinical tests." This update ensures regulatory consistency with modern testing standards and includes a technical correction to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

The National Coordination on Adaptation and Resilience for Security Act of 2026 establishes a Chief Resilience Officer within the National Security Council to lead a unified, whole-of-government approach to climate and natural hazard resilience. The bill mandates the creation of a National Resilience Strategy, an interagency working group, and a Partners Council to better support state, local, and Tribal communities. Additionally, it creates a centralized clearinghouse to improve access to federal resilience data, funding, and technical assistance.

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 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Improvements Act of 2025 strengthens protections for NOAA personnel and covered contractors by expanding reporting requirements, enhancing transparency, and formalizing investigation procedures. The bill broadens the scope of anti-harassment policies to include equal employment matters and mandates stricter reporting of incidents to the Coast Guard. Additionally, it establishes privacy safeguards for victims, updates definitions to include a wider range of covered personnel, and prohibits individuals convicted of certain sexual offenses from serving in the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps.

The Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 proposes making daylight saving time the permanent, year-round standard time across the United States. By advancing standard time zones by one hour, the bill eliminates the need for biannual clock changes. Additionally, it provides states that currently observe standard time year-round the option to maintain their existing timekeeping practices.

The **21st Century ROAD to Housing Act** is a comprehensive bill designed to significantly increase housing supply, improve affordability, and modernize federal housing programs. It tackles issues from streamlining construction regulations and incentivizing local zoning reform to restricting large corporate home purchases and enhancing financing for manufactured homes. Ultimately, the Act aims to create more pathways to homeownership and ensure safer, more stable rental conditions across the country.

The SAFE for Manatees Act directs the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to study and identify alternative warm-water habitats for Florida manatees currently reliant on industrial sites slated for decommissioning. This initiative focuses on assessing natural sites and developing plans for artificial refuges to ensure the species' long-term survival. The findings will be compiled into a public report within 180 days of the bill's enactment.