Legislative Activity

The RESCUE Act of 2026 updates Medicare payment rates for ground and air ambulance services to better reflect the actual costs of providing emergency care. The bill mandates regular rate adjustments based on current operational data, expands cost-reporting requirements for air ambulance providers, and establishes a stakeholder commission to ensure the long-term adequacy of ambulance service reimbursement.

The PERFORM Act increases accountability for the U.S. Postal Service by prohibiting performance-based bonuses for the Postmaster General if the agency fails to meet specific financial, service, or reporting benchmarks. Additionally, the bill mandates increased transparency through annual reporting on executive compensation and requires the Inspector General to audit compliance with these new standards.

The AI Transparency in Elections Act of 2026 mandates clear and conspicuous disclaimers on all political advertisements that feature content substantially generated or altered by artificial intelligence. This legislation aims to increase voter awareness by requiring specific disclosures for AI-generated images, audio, and video used in campaign communications. The Federal Election Commission is tasked with enforcing these requirements and establishing regulatory standards to ensure compliance.

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.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility at 401 North Elm Street in Tuskegee, Alabama. The facility will now be known as the "Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office." This designation requires all official documents to use the new name for the location.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 86-014 Farrington Highway in Wai'anae, Hawai'i. The building will now be known as the "U.S. Representative Colleen Hanabusa Post Office Building." This designation applies to all official records and references to the facility.

The Polling Place Standards Act establishes federal requirements for polling place availability, mandating at least one location for every 2,000 registered voters to ensure geographic diversity and efficient access. The bill also sets specific staffing standards to maintain security and minimize wait times, while providing a grant program to help states implement these improvements. These requirements are waived for states that provide universal mail-in or drop-box voting options.

The Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Act of 2026 authorizes Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. to establish a commemorative work on federal land in Washington, D.C., to honor the original Tuskegee Airmen of World War II. The project will be funded entirely through private donations, with no federal funds permitted for its construction or maintenance.

The Inclusive Democracy Act of 2026 prohibits the federal government and states from denying any citizen the right to vote in federal elections due to a criminal conviction. The bill mandates that carceral facilities provide incarcerated individuals with access to voter registration, absentee ballots, and election information. Additionally, it establishes enforcement mechanisms to ensure these voting rights are protected and upheld in all federal elections.

The Wildfire Reduction Market Expansion Act of 2026 amends the Clean Air Act to broaden the definition of "renewable biomass." By including forest manufacturing by-products, wildfire risk-reduction materials, and vegetation from defensible spaces, the bill incentivizes the removal of hazardous fuels from public and private lands. This legislation streamlines the certification process to support sustainable forest management and expand the market for renewable energy feedstocks.

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.

The Action for Dental Health Act authorizes $15 million in annual funding from 2026 through 2030 to support the Action for Dental Health program. This legislation ensures continued federal investment in initiatives designed to improve oral health care access and outcomes.

The Stop CHEATERS Act provides significant multi-year funding to the IRS to modernize its technology, improve taxpayer services, and strengthen tax enforcement. The bill specifically mandates that the agency prioritize auditing high-income individuals and large corporations to close the tax gap. Additionally, it requires regular reporting to Congress to ensure accountability and progress in these enforcement efforts.

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 Patients First Act of 2026 is comprehensive legislation designed to stabilize Medicare physician payments, improve patient access to primary care, and transition the current quality reporting system to a more clinician-led framework. By modernizing reimbursement formulas, reducing financial volatility for providers, and increasing transparency in value-based care models, the bill aims to ensure a more sustainable and predictable healthcare environment. These reforms seek to lower out-of-pocket costs for patients while supporting the long-term viability of medical practices.

The FEC Administrative Improvements Act modernizes campaign finance operations by requiring electronic filing for all electioneering communications, ensuring consistent disclosure standards. Additionally, the bill updates payment regulations to allow political committees to make disbursements using modern payment methods beyond traditional paper checks.

This resolution honors Danette Anthony Reed for her distinguished 50-year membership and her leadership as the 31st International President and CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. It recognizes her commitment to advancing initiatives that empower families, promote economic wealth, and advocate for social justice within local communities.

The Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program to better support the agricultural industry by streamlining application processes and establishing a centralized online portal for employers. The bill updates labor certification, housing, and wage requirements while expanding the definition of eligible agricultural work to include a broader range of activities. Additionally, it enhances worker protections—including new heat illness prevention standards—and provides greater administrative efficiency for federal agencies managing the program.

The GRACE for Military Survivors Act extends the window for military survivors to contribute death benefits to a Roth IRA or Coverdell education savings account from one year to three years. This change applies to benefits received on or after the date of enactment, and retroactively covers benefits received since October 7, 2001. This provides survivors with more time to utilize these tax-advantaged savings options.

This bill, the Diversity Visa Protection and Modernization Act, aims to prevent the executive branch from indefinitely or broadly suspending the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program. It reaffirms that only Congress can halt the entire program, while allowing for narrowly tailored, temporary, or country-specific restrictions under strict transparency and notification requirements. The Act protects eligible visa selectees from losing their opportunities due to unexplained administrative pauses.