Legislative Activity

The "No TSA Data for ICE Act" prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from sharing sensitive passenger data from the TSA or private brokers with immigration enforcement agencies. Additionally, the bill protects participants in Trusted Traveler programs by preventing the government from suspending or denying enrollment based on an individual's participation in First Amendment-protected activities.

The Read for Reentry Act of 2026 directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive study on the state of prison libraries across the United States. This report will analyze how library services and funding correlate with recidivism rates, parole compliance, and workforce placement for incarcerated individuals. The findings will provide Congress with essential data to better understand the role of library access in successful prisoner reentry.

This resolution supports the designation of July as "Disability Pride Month." It encourages communities across the United States to observe the month with celebrations while actively working to end discrimination and exclusion against people with disabilities.

The Afghanistan TPS Act of 2026 designates Afghanistan for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) through July 1, 2029, allowing eligible Afghan nationals currently in the United States to live and work legally. The bill mandates an expedited 90-day adjudication process for applications and provides for fee waivers for those who qualify under this designation.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 4640 Cass Street in San Diego, California, as the "Mary Wilding Memorial Post Office Building." All official federal references to this facility will be updated to reflect this new name.

The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Review Act strengthens oversight of government decisions to terminate TPS designations by reinstating judicial review and requiring that such decisions be supported by a comprehensive administrative record. The bill also subjects TPS terminations to congressional review under the Congressional Review Act, ensuring these decisions are subject to greater accountability. Additionally, it provides legal protections for beneficiaries by automatically staying terminations during the pendency of any legal challenges.

The Businessowner Immigration Rights and Responsibilities Information Act of 2026 directs the Small Business Administration to develop and distribute comprehensive educational resources regarding immigration enforcement. These materials will provide small business owners and their employees with clear guidance on their legal rights, compliance responsibilities, and best practices for handling enforcement actions. Available in multiple languages, these resources aim to ensure businesses are well-informed and prepared while navigating complex immigration regulations.

The Get Foreign Money Out of United States Elections Act strengthens existing laws to prevent foreign influence in American elections. It expands the ban on foreign contributions to include domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control and mandates strict certification requirements for corporate political action committees. These measures ensure that foreign entities cannot influence federal, state, or local elections through direct spending, ballot initiatives, or Super PACs.

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 Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026 provides $70 billion in supplemental funding to expand and support child care, Head Start, and early education programs through 2029. This legislation offsets the cost by rescinding an equal amount of unobligated funding previously allocated to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The Federal Facilities Indoor Air Quality Assessment Act directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive review of indoor air quality, ventilation, and HVAC performance across all federal buildings. This assessment will evaluate agency compliance with industry standards, identify existing deficiencies, and examine the qualifications of personnel performing maintenance and installation. Following the report, agencies with identified issues must submit formal corrective action plans to Congress to ensure safer and more efficient building environments.

This resolution recognizes July 21, 2026, as Black Women’s Equal Pay Day to highlight the persistent and significant wage gap between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It calls attention to the systemic racial and gender-based barriers contributing to this disparity and reaffirms a commitment to achieving true pay equity.

The Online Sellers’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026 establishes essential transparency and due process protections for third-party sellers on dominant online marketplaces. The legislation limits the arbitrary withholding of funds and inventory, mandates clear communication regarding policy changes, and requires platforms to provide evidence when penalizing sellers. Additionally, it empowers the FTC, state attorneys general, and individual sellers to enforce these fair-trading standards through legal action.

The AADAPT Act expands access to specialized dementia care by authorizing grants for public and nonprofit health centers to integrate these services into their programs. Additionally, the bill extends federal funding authorization through 2031 to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of these critical health 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.

Orlin’s Law establishes critical protections for immigrant parents in U.S. custody to prevent the unnecessary separation of families. The bill mandates that detained parents be prioritized for release, provided with the means to participate in family court proceedings, and granted access to resources for their children’s care. Additionally, it creates an Office of Detained Parent Coordination to oversee these protections and requires the government to provide alternatives to detention for parents.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in San Jose, California, as the "Corporal Patrick D. Tillman VA Clinic." This renaming honors the legacy of Pat Tillman, a San Jose native and former NFL player who left his professional career to serve as an Army Ranger and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

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.

This resolution reaffirms the federal commitment to ensuring equal access to public facilities and rights-of-way for all individuals, including the more than 70 million Americans living with disabilities. It supports the full implementation of accessibility guidelines for pedestrian infrastructure and pledges to prioritize universal, inclusive design in all future federal projects. By upholding the principles of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the bill aims to remove systemic barriers and guarantee that all citizens can engage fully and safely in society.