Legislative Activity

The Support for Expectant and Parenting Foster Youth Act aims to improve outcomes for young parents in the foster care system by increasing their access to essential support services. The bill mandates that states connect expectant and parenting foster youth with evidence-based home visiting programs and provides states with greater flexibility to use federal funding for tailored case management and resource coordination.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Olin Graham, recognizing his decades of dedicated military service and his impactful career in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. It pays tribute to his commitment to national security, the rule of law, and the people of South Carolina. The Senate expresses its profound sorrow for his passing and extends its deepest condolences to his family.

The ICTS Supply Chain Security Act of 2026 establishes a dedicated Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services within the Department of Commerce to oversee and secure the U.S. technology supply chain. The bill empowers the Secretary of Commerce to prohibit or mitigate transactions involving ICTS from designated countries of concern that pose an unacceptable risk to national security. Additionally, the legislation introduces strict penalties for violations and mandates regular reporting to Congress to ensure oversight of these security measures.

The Foreign-Trade Zone Export Enhancement Act of 2026 aims to boost U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and job preservation by updating foreign-trade zone operations. This legislation specifically allows certain goods manufactured or processed within these zones to enter the U.S. duty-free. It directs Customs and Border Protection to implement these new tariff rules promptly.

This bill, the Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act, extends the authorization for the African American Civil Rights Network. It amends existing law to replace the original seven-year authorization period with a new ten-year period, beginning upon the Act's enactment.

The Tax Court Parity Act clarifies and expands the U.S. Tax Court's authority to correct errors in its own judgments and orders. This legislation allows the court to fix clerical mistakes and grants parties the ability to seek relief from a final decision based on grounds such as mistake, newly discovered evidence, or fraud. These provisions aim to ensure fairness and accuracy in Tax Court proceedings.

This resolution officially designates May 10–16, 2026, as the 27th Annual National Charter Schools Week. It congratulates the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of public charter schools nationwide for their contributions to education. The bill highlights the growth, accountability, and positive academic impact of these tuition-free public schools. It encourages communities to hold events supporting high-quality charter schools during that week.

The IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act establishes a competitive grant program managed by the Secretary of Education to fund long-term facility improvements at eligible Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and similar institutions. Grants prioritize entities with the greatest facility needs, the most limited fundraising capacity, and high Pell Grant enrollment. Funds can be used for construction, modernization, repairs, and technology infrastructure, while also requiring loan forgiveness for certain prior HBCU Capital Financing Program debts.

The Clinical Trial Modernization Act aims to increase diversity and participation in clinical trials by funding outreach and education efforts targeting underrepresented populations. It amends federal laws to allow trial sponsors to cover participant expenses, provide necessary digital health technologies, and assist with cost-sharing obligations without violating anti-kickback statutes. Furthermore, the bill allows participants to exclude up to \$2,000 in annual payments received from trial sponsors from their gross income.

This resolution congratulates the University of South Carolina Aiken women's polo team for winning the 2026 United States Polo Association Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Championship. It honors the team's historic undefeated season and recognizes the significant contributions of all players, coaches, and staff. The resolution also formally requests that an enrolled copy be sent to key team members.

The Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act clarifies that states may use federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds to support pregnancy centers. It ensures that organizations providing resources and services to expectant mothers, fathers, and families cannot be discriminated against in the allocation of these grants.

The PREDICT Act establishes a national wastewater surveillance program to improve the early detection and monitoring of infectious diseases. By providing grants and technical support to state, Tribal, and local health departments, the bill creates a standardized framework for analyzing community wastewater data. This initiative aims to enhance public health responses through better data transparency, rigorous testing standards, and ongoing research into emerging health threats.

The Kids in Classes Act establishes a $75 billion grant program to help states and school districts implement evidence-based interventions to address student learning loss caused by COVID-19 school closures. Additionally, the bill mandates that schools receiving Title I funding create "failure to open" plans to provide direct payments to parents for educational expenses if in-person instruction is suspended due to public health emergencies or collective bargaining actions.

The Apples to Apples Comparison Act of 2026 mandates increased transparency regarding Medicare spending by requiring the Secretary of HHS to publish detailed expenditure data broken down by county and beneficiary type. It also directs the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) to conduct and publicly release an annual analysis comparing spending between Medicare Advantage and traditional fee-for-service beneficiaries. Finally, the bill requires the Boards of Trustees to include specific expenditure breakdowns for different Medicare enrollment statuses in their annual reports.

The Repair Abuses of MSP Payments (RAMP) Act establishes a private right of action allowing individuals to sue group health plans that fail to make primary payments or provide appropriate reimbursement as required by law. This legislation strengthens enforcement by creating a direct legal recourse against non-compliant plans.

This resolution officially designates the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It expresses support for the week, recognizing the importance of diverse K-12 education options for empowering parents. The bill encourages all Americans to learn more about the educational choices available to families.

The PREVENT DIABETES Act establishes a four-year demonstration program allowing virtual-only suppliers to participate in the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) from 2026 through 2029. This allows for expanded access to evidence-based diabetes prevention services delivered entirely online, regardless of the beneficiary's state. The bill also removes enrollment limits for individuals during this demonstration period.

The Worker Privacy Act mandates that employers provide a limited list of employee contact information to labor organizations within two days of an election directive. This information must be voluntarily provided by the employee and is restricted for use only during the representation proceeding. The bill also establishes unfair labor practices for both employers who fail to provide the list and labor organizations that misuse the shared personal data.

The Pay Our Capitol Police Act ensures that the United States Capitol Police will continue to receive funding for salaries and essential expenses for Fiscal Year 2026, even if standard appropriations are delayed. This bill provides continuing appropriations to cover excepted employees, emergency workers, and necessary support staff. Funds spent under this Act will be charged against future official appropriations once enacted. The authority granted by this Act terminates on September 30, 2026, or earlier if standard appropriations are passed.

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to highlight the significant impact of childhood cancer in the United States. It calls upon government entities and organizations to promote public understanding of the disease and its long-term effects on survivors. The bill also emphasizes the need to prioritize research, prevention, and cures for childhood cancers.