Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses support for the designation of the week of January 25-31, 2026, as the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week. It recognizes the significant contributions of Catholic schools across the U.S. for their academic excellence and values-based education. The bill specifically applauds these institutions for serving a diverse student population and promoting a brighter future for the nation.

This resolution commemorates the 30th anniversary of the first flight of the F/A-18 E1 Super Hornet and honors its three decades of service to the U.S. Navy and its allies. It recognizes the aircraft's significant operational history, combat contributions, and the dedication of the personnel who fly and maintain it. The resolution also directs that a copy be sent to the National Museum of Transportation in St. Louis, where the prototype is now displayed.

The SCAM Act establishes new grounds and procedures for the government to revoke U.S. citizenship from naturalized individuals. It allows for denaturalization if a person, within ten years of naturalization, defrauds a government program, associates with a terrorist organization, or commits an aggravated felony or espionage offense. This revocation is retroactive, treating the original citizenship as void from the date it was granted.

The Veterans in Campus Safety Act establishes a grant program administered by the Department of Education to help colleges and universities hire veterans as campus security personnel. This legislation aims to leverage the skills of veterans to enhance campus safety. Additionally, the Act prohibits the use of federal funds to support Equity Assistance Centers.

The Ending Chinese Lawfare Act prohibits U.S. courts from recognizing or enforcing Chinese court judgments that are politically motivated by retaliation for protected speech or lawful sovereign acts. This legislation aims to protect First Amendment rights and U.S. sovereignty from being undermined by politically controlled foreign judicial systems. The bill also establishes mechanisms for fee-shifting, federal jurisdiction, and allows targeted parties to sue for declaratory and injunctive relief against such judgments.

The DETECT Nitazenes Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of Homeland Security update its drug detection and identification requirements. This legislation specifically requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to include nitazenes, alongside fentanyl and xylazine, when developing capabilities to detect illicit drugs. The goal is to enhance national security measures against emerging synthetic opioid threats.

This resolution formally honors the pilots, maintainers, analysts, sailors, and families involved in the success of Operation Midnight Hammer. It recognizes this complex military operation as the largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history against Iranian nuclear facilities. The resolution commends the service members for their exceptional skill and dedication during the long-range, synchronized mission. It also acknowledges the sacrifices made by the military families supporting the operation.

The Gateway Partnership Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to enter into agreements with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in designated Park buildings. These agreements establish strict rules regarding scheduling, liability insurance, and event compatibility to protect the Park's resources and public access. The Foundation must pay fees to cover all associated costs, including wear and tear and administrative expenses incurred by the National Park Service.

The Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act establishes a temporary program managed by the Secretary of the Interior to coordinate federal and local efforts to beautify and clean up public spaces in D.C. It also creates the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission to recommend actions on public safety, immigration enforcement, and police support. Both the beautification program and the Commission are set to automatically terminate on January 2, 2029.

This resolution solemnly marks the one-year anniversary of the attempted assassination of former President Donald J. Trump. It condemns the multiple attempts against his life and other political officials, while honoring the victims and first responders involved in the July 2024 shooting. The measure further calls for an end to the incitement of political violence that threatens the democratic process.

The Graham Hoffman Act establishes a new federal crime for knowingly assaulting a first responder while they are performing their duties, especially if serious bodily injury results. Federal prosecution is limited to cases involving interstate activity and requires written approval from the Attorney General under specific circumstances. This law broadly defines first responders to include firefighters, law enforcement, and emergency medical personnel.

The PRICE Act, or Protect and Respect ICE Act, significantly increases penalties for anyone who assaults, resists, or impedes an officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This legislation effectively doubles the maximum prison time and corresponding fines for such offenses against ICE personnel.

This bill proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code to increase the lifetime tax-free withdrawal limit for using 529 account funds to pay down student loans. Specifically, it doubles the current $\$10,000$ limit to $\$20,000$. This increased benefit for student loan repayment would take effect beginning with the 2026 tax year.

The Rescissions Act of 2025 immediately cancels previously allocated budget authority across various government accounts, primarily targeting State Department and foreign aid programs. This legislation rescinds billions of dollars designated for international organizations, global health initiatives, development assistance, and peacekeeping operations. Additionally, it cancels future funding set aside for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

The REMIT Act establishes a new 15% excise tax on electronic remittance transfers sent out of the United States. This tax is waived for verified U.S. citizens if their transfer provider agrees to IRS verification standards. To ensure U.S. citizens are not penalized, the bill creates a fully refundable income tax credit equal to the amount of the excise tax paid. The Act also imposes new, strict reporting requirements on money transfer providers starting in 2026.

The Helping Communities with Better Support Act aims to increase access to home and community-based services (HCBS) by allowing states to expand eligibility under certain conditions, provided wait times for existing recipients are not impacted. The bill also significantly increases federal transparency requirements, mandating detailed annual reporting from states on their HCBS waiver waiting lists, service delivery times, and actual hours of care provided. Finally, it directs the Secretary to issue guidance on providing up to 60 days of interim coverage while formal care plans are finalized.

The Defense Technology Hubs Act of 2025 establishes a program to create regional technology hubs across the U.S. to accelerate the development and deployment of critical defense technologies. These hubs will foster collaboration between the DoD, academia, and private industry to strengthen the defense industrial base and maintain technological superiority. The Secretary of Defense is tasked with designating at least ten geographically diverse hubs within three years to focus on emerging technologies like AI and hypersonics.

This resolution formally congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election as the first American Pope. The Senate recognizes the Pope as a global symbol of peace and justice, acknowledging his commitment to human dignity and interfaith dialogue. The measure also expresses hope for strengthening relations between the United States and the Holy See.

The Expedited Removal Expansion Act of 2025 significantly expands the Secretary of Homeland Security's discretionary authority to apply expedited removal procedures to more inadmissible aliens. This bill updates inspection rules and raises the standard of evidence required for certain determinations from "a significant possibility" to "clear and convincing evidence." The legislation centralizes decision-making power with the Secretary and streamlines references within the Immigration and Nationality Act.

The INSPECT Act establishes independent Offices of the Inspector General (IGs) for the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This move creates new independent watchdogs to oversee the operations and spending of these critical public health agencies. The President is tasked with appointing these new IGs within one year of the Act's enactment. The legislation ensures that these new oversight functions are funded using existing Department of Health and Human Services resources, requiring no new appropriations.