Legislative Activity

This resolution establishes a comprehensive Transgender Bill of Rights to codify and protect the rights of transgender and nonbinary people across the United States. It mandates federal action to ensure equal access to healthcare, employment, housing, legal recognition, and safety. The bill aims to eliminate discrimination and affirm bodily autonomy by amending existing federal civil rights laws.

The Airborne Act of 2026 establishes a new business tax credit to incentivize improvements in indoor air quality for commercial, public, and nonprofit buildings. This credit covers costs for air quality assessments, air cleaning system upgrades, and HVAC upgrades, with significantly increased amounts available for projects meeting prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards. The Act also creates a voluntary indoor air quality certification program managed by the Department of Energy and the EPA.

The **Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026** establishes major federal funding streams, including grants and tax-credit bonds, to modernize and repair public school facilities nationwide from 2027 through 2031. The legislation prioritizes districts with the greatest need, focusing on improving student health, safety, and environmental conditions in school buildings. It also mandates increased transparency through public databases tracking facility conditions and requires specific labor and "Buy America" standards for funded construction projects.

The Prevent Presidential Profiteering Act imposes a 100% tax on certain civil damages received by a sitting U.S. President or their related persons from lawsuits filed against the United States during their term in office. This tax is levied on the "qualified civil action amount" received from such litigation. These damages are specifically excluded from regular gross income for standard income tax purposes.

The ICE and CBP Constitutional Accountability Act establishes a civil remedy allowing individuals to sue the U.S. government for constitutional rights violations committed by ICE or CBP officers. This bill holds the government financially liable for unlawful enforcement actions, even if they contradict official policy. It specifically waives sovereign immunity for these claims and permits plaintiffs to seek punitive damages.

This resolution seeks to disapprove the Department of Veterans Affairs' final rule concerning "Reproductive Health Services" issued in September 2024. If enacted, this disapproval, made under the Congressional Review Act, would prevent the VA rule from taking legal effect.

This bill mandates the President to withdraw all United States Armed Forces from Venezuela. This action is required unless Congress has formally declared war or passed specific legislation authorizing the use of military force in that country.

This resolution initiates impeachment proceedings against Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem for high crimes and misdemeanors. The articles of impeachment charge her with willfully refusing to comply with Congressional oversight laws and violating the Impoundment Control Act by improperly withholding funds. Further articles allege she directed widespread misconduct by ICE agents that violated federal law and constitutional rights, and misused taxpayer funds for personal gain through improper contracting.

This resolution officially designates January 13th as Korean American Day. It expresses support for the day's ideals and encourages Americans to observe it. The resolution also honors the 123rd anniversary of the first Korean immigrants arriving in the United States.

The **No Funds for NATO Invasion Act** prohibits the use of any federal funds for an invasion of any territory belonging to a member nation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Furthermore, the bill bars U.S. officials from taking any action to execute such an invasion.

This resolution commemorates the 15th anniversary of the tragic January 8, 2011, Tucson shooting, honoring the six lives lost and the thirteen injured. It specifically commends the courage and ongoing advocacy of gun violence survivor and former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The resolution also recognizes the resilience of the community and reaffirms a commitment to ending political violence.

This resolution observes the one-year anniversary of the devastating 2025 Southern California wildfires. It honors the 31 lives lost, recognizes the heroic efforts of thousands of emergency responders, and affirms commitment to supporting the ongoing rebuilding efforts in affected communities.

This bill officially designates the week of September 15 through September 21, 2024, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week." It recognizes the significant achievements and goals of these vital institutions across the nation. The resolution encourages public observance with appropriate activities to demonstrate support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions during Hispanic Heritage Month.

The American Affordability Act of 2025 is a comprehensive bill designed to lower costs across five key areas: housing, energy, family care, education, and healthcare. It achieves this by expanding tax credits for housing construction and homebuyers, extending incentives for clean energy manufacturing and consumer adoption, replacing the Child Tax Credit with larger monthly payments, making higher education expenses more affordable, and permanently expanding subsidies to lower health insurance premiums for millions. Overall, the legislation aims to provide direct financial relief and increase access to essential services for American families and workers.

This resolution honors Senator Monique Limón for her historic service and achievements as the first Latina and first mother to serve as President pro Tempore of the California State Senate. It recognizes her background as a first-generation college graduate and dedicated educator. The bill commends her legislative leadership, particularly her work championing issues for working families. Finally, it celebrates her swearing-in ceremony for this landmark role.

The Disaster Survivors Tax Relief and Recovery Act provides essential financial support to individuals and businesses impacted by major disasters occurring in 2025. The bill offers temporary tax relief, including flexible income calculations for tax credits, penalty-free access to retirement funds, and expanded deductions for charitable contributions and casualty losses. Additionally, it incentivizes the development of affordable housing in disaster-stricken areas and extends tax exclusions for wildfire-related compensation.

The San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025 designates new wilderness areas and protects segments of local rivers within the Angeles National Forest. This legislation formally adds over 28,000 acres to the National Wilderness Preservation System and designates specific sections of Little Rock Creek and Cooper Canyon Creek as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The Act also mandates studies for potential future protection of segments of the San Gabriel River. Finally, it includes provisions ensuring tribal access for cultural purposes and allowing for the continued use of certain pre-existing water facilities.

The Automatic IRA Act of 2025 establishes mandatory automatic enrollment retirement savings plans, referred to as "automatic contribution plans or arrangements," for many employers. These plans require employers to automatically enroll employees into a defined contribution plan or an Automatic IRA arrangement, with escalating default contribution rates unless the employee opts out. The bill also creates an excise tax for employers who fail to maintain these required arrangements and offers a tax credit to small employers starting these programs. Finally, it preempts state laws that would otherwise prohibit or restrict these federally defined automatic IRA arrangements.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to create an exception to the automatic enrollment requirements for certain retirement plans. Specifically, it exempts multiemployer plans from these automatic enrollment provisions. This change will take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.