Legislative Activity

The Stopping Border Surges Act proposes comprehensive reforms to U.S. immigration law by tightening asylum eligibility requirements and expanding the government's authority to detain or repatriate noncitizen children and families. The bill introduces stricter standards for asylum claims, shortens application deadlines, and increases penalties for immigration fraud. Additionally, it modifies the processing and placement procedures for unaccompanied minors while overriding existing judicial consent decrees regarding family detention.

The Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026 strengthens immigration enforcement by shifting primary detention and custody authority from the Attorney General to the Secretary of Homeland Security. The bill establishes stricter standards for the detention of noncitizens during removal proceedings and expands the government's authority to hold individuals with final removal orders. Additionally, it limits administrative and judicial review of custody determinations to ensure more consistent enforcement of immigration laws.

The Kids Online Safety Act establishes a comprehensive "duty of care" requiring online platforms to design features that mitigate specific harms to minors, such as those related to mental health and exploitation. It mandates that platforms provide minors with default, restrictive safety settings and robust parental controls over data sharing and recommendations. Furthermore, the legislation demands significant transparency regarding algorithmic ranking systems and grants the FTC enforcement authority.

The K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to authorize the use of federal grant funds for artificial intelligence education. This legislation enables states and school districts to invest in AI-focused student curricula and professional development for educators. All funded initiatives must prioritize the safe, effective, and responsible use of AI technologies in the classroom.

The PERFORM Act mandates stricter accountability for the Postmaster General by prohibiting performance-based bonuses if the Postal Service fails to meet specific financial, operational, or reporting standards. Additionally, the bill requires the Postmaster General to submit an annual transparency report to Congress, which must be audited by the Inspector General to ensure full compliance.

This resolution designates August 1, 2026, as "Gold Star Children’s Day" to honor the sacrifices and unique hardships faced by children who have lost a parent in military service. It serves as a formal expression of national gratitude, encouraging Americans to recognize and support these children.

The College Transparency Act establishes a secure, privacy-protected federal data system to track postsecondary student outcomes, including enrollment, completion, and post-college earnings. By repealing the existing ban on a national student-level database, the bill aims to provide students and families with transparent, customizable information to help them make informed educational decisions. The system is designed to streamline institutional reporting requirements while strictly prohibiting the use of personal data for law enforcement, immigration, or federal ranking purposes.

The Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act prohibits the use of federal funds for research or publications concerning gender transition procedures for minors. This restriction applies to studies involving hormone treatments or surgeries intended to affirm a minor's gender identity when it differs from their biological sex at birth.

The Rural Emergency Hospital Designation Improvement Act aims to strengthen rural healthcare by expanding eligibility for rural emergency hospital (REH) status and enhancing financial support for these facilities. The bill introduces new payment incentives, allows for expanded service offerings like swing beds and specialized units, and ensures REHs are eligible for critical grant programs and Medicaid coverage. These measures are designed to increase the sustainability of rural hospitals and improve access to essential care in underserved communities.

The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act amends federal law to restrict membership in the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to adult human females. The bill establishes a biological definition of "female" to serve as the standard for eligibility, alongside the society's existing genealogical requirements.

The GRACE Act (Guaranteeing Religious Accommodation in Childhood Education Act) prohibits educational institutions from receiving federal funding if they enforce vaccination requirements without providing a simple, documentation-free religious exemption. Under this bill, schools must allow individuals to opt out of vaccination mandates based solely on a sincerely held religious belief.

The Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 prohibits the sale or importation of connected vehicles, their parts, and related software originating from or controlled by covered adversarial countries (North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran). Enforced by the Secretary of Commerce, this law aims to mitigate national security risks associated with foreign adversary access to sensitive vehicle data and control systems. The Act establishes phased bans starting in 2027 for vehicles and software, and 2030 for hardware, while setting up processes for compliance, authorization, and enforcement.

The CLEAR LABELS Act enhances pharmaceutical transparency by requiring drug labels to clearly identify the original manufacturers of both active ingredients and finished products. It mandates that this supply chain information be accessible through digital tools like QR codes or barcodes, while ensuring paper copies remain available upon request. Additionally, the bill streamlines regulatory compliance by exempting these products from redundant customs country-of-origin marking requirements.

The **Patients Deserve Price Tags Act** aims to increase healthcare affordability by mandating comprehensive price transparency across hospitals, laboratories, imaging centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The bill requires these providers and health insurance plans to publicly disclose negotiated rates, cash prices, and standard charges in standardized, machine-readable formats. Additionally, it empowers patients with real-time cost-estimation tools and requires providers to issue detailed, itemized bills before initiating any collection actions.

The Coast Guard Leadership Modernization Act establishes a new civilian leadership structure for the U.S. Coast Guard by creating the positions of Secretary and Under Secretary of the Coast Guard. This legislation shifts oversight responsibilities from the Secretary of Homeland Security to these new civilian roles, while redefining the Commandant’s reporting structure to ensure streamlined management. These changes aim to enhance administrative efficiency and clarify the chain of command within the service.

The Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now Act of 2026 aims to lower insulin costs by capping out-of-pocket expenses for insured patients and increasing transparency for pharmacy benefit managers. The bill also fosters competition by accelerating the approval of generic and biosimilar drugs and establishes new support programs to provide affordable insulin access for uninsured individuals.

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 imposes sweeping economic sanctions and trade restrictions to isolate Russia and penalize those supporting its military efforts. The bill targets Russian financial institutions, energy sectors, and leadership while penalizing foreign entities that facilitate sanctions evasion. It aims to cripple Russia’s ability to finance its war in Ukraine through severe tariffs, asset freezes, and restricted access to U.S. markets.

The Harry Reid Immigration Stabilization Act is a comprehensive legislative overhaul designed to significantly reduce legal immigration, tighten border security, and increase enforcement against undocumented individuals. The bill restricts family and employment-based immigration, implements stricter asylum and refugee standards, and mandates new employment verification systems. Additionally, it expands grounds for deportation, limits birthright citizenship, and imposes new financial requirements on immigrants and their sponsors.

The STOP Child Care Fraud Act strengthens the integrity of federal child care programs by implementing stricter eligibility verification, mandatory attendance tracking, and enhanced data integration to prevent fraud. The bill increases federal oversight of state programs, mandates corrective action for improper payments, and establishes a public database of disqualified providers. Additionally, it sets clear income and asset limits for families while requiring states to dedicate specific funding toward quality improvement and compliance monitoring.

The American Citizenship Act proposes a significant change to birthright citizenship by limiting automatic U.S. citizenship to children born to at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident. Under this legislation, children born in the U.S. to parents without legal status would no longer automatically acquire citizenship. These changes would apply only to individuals born after the Act's enactment, preserving the status of those born previously.