Legislative Activity

The Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027, provides temporary funding to maintain federal government operations and programs through December 11, 2026. It extends fiscal year 2026 spending levels and authorities for most federal agencies while implementing specific restrictions on new projects and defense production. Additionally, the bill includes various extensions for veterans' benefits, surface transportation programs, and other expiring federal authorities.

The **Health Care Price Certainty for All Americans Act** aims to increase transparency by requiring hospitals, laboratories, imaging centers, and health plans to publicly disclose pricing and cost-sharing information. The bill mandates that providers and insurers publish negotiated rates and shoppable service prices, while also prohibiting restrictions on pharmacies that inform patients of lower cash prices. Additionally, the legislation introduces new reporting requirements for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans to monitor the impact of vertical integration on health care costs and quality.

The Leasing and Infrastructure Act of 2025 grants the Secretary of Veterans Affairs independent authority to directly lease major medical facilities, bypassing the General Services Administration, subject to committee approval. This authority is supported by the establishment of a dedicated Veterans Leasing Fund to cover rental and associated costs. The bill also mandates rigorous, market-based cost estimation, a streamlined procurement process, and annual reporting to Congress regarding lease awards and timelines. These changes aim to expedite the acquisition of necessary VA infrastructure while maintaining fiscal oversight.

The "Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act" extends the statute of limitations to 10 years for prosecuting fraud related to specific pandemic unemployment programs. It applies to violations or conspiracies under Title 18 and Title 31 of the U.S. Code and rescinds $5,000,000 from previously allocated funds to offset the budget. The changes made by this law will begin on the date of enactment.

This resolution expresses the House's disapproval of the IRS rule on digital asset sales reporting, arguing it is unconstitutional and infringes on the House's privileges. It requests the Senate to return the joint resolution to the House.

This resolution authorizes a total budget of $30,290,000 for the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means during the 119th Congress. It establishes specific spending caps for each session and mandates that all expenditures be processed through authorized vouchers in accordance with House Administration regulations.

The Defending American Jobs and Investment Act establishes a formal enforcement mechanism to counter foreign taxes that are extraterritorial or discriminatory toward U.S. interests. The bill mandates that the Treasury Secretary identify offending countries and engage in bilateral negotiations to seek the repeal of these taxes. Should these policies persist, the Act authorizes escalating retaliatory measures, including increased U.S. tax rates for citizens and corporations of the offending nation, as well as potential federal procurement restrictions.

The United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act aims to reduce double taxation and encourage economic activity between the U.S. and Taiwan by lowering tax rates on certain income for Taiwanese residents and businesses in the U.S., contingent upon Taiwan offering reciprocal benefits to U.S. individuals and companies. Additionally, the United States-Taiwan Tax Agreement Authorization Act outlines the process for establishing a tax agreement with Taiwan, ensuring congressional oversight and adherence to existing U.S. tax laws, to further reduce double taxation.