Legislative Activity

The SMART Act modernizes national service programs like AmeriCorps by increasing administrative flexibility, enhancing program oversight, and expanding eligibility. It improves the member experience by offering more diverse financial benefits, including new career training options and a direct pathway to federal employment. Additionally, the bill secures funding for these vital volunteer programs through 2031 to ensure their continued impact on communities nationwide.

The Save Struggling Hospitals Act permanently codifies a policy to increase Medicare payments for hospitals with low wage indices. By adjusting the area wage index for these facilities, the bill aims to provide financial support to struggling hospitals while maintaining budget neutrality. These adjustments include specific protections to ensure that other hospitals do not face significant payment reductions.

Dalilah’s Law Act establishes strict federal regulations prohibiting noncitizens who are unlawfully present or paroled from using commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) in interstate commerce. The bill mandates employment eligibility verification for all CDL applicants, imposes severe criminal and civil penalties for violations, and introduces new immigration consequences and death penalty aggravating factors for accidents involving covered individuals. Additionally, it grants federal and state authorities enhanced enforcement powers to ensure compliance with these licensing requirements.

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 mandating transparency in pharmacy benefit manager rebates. The legislation also seeks to increase market competition by accelerating the approval of generic and biosimilar drugs. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program and national resource center to improve insulin affordability and access for uninsured individuals.

The Senior Citizens’ Freedom to Work Act of 2026 eliminates the Retirement Earnings Test, allowing Social Security and Railroad Retirement beneficiaries to earn income without a reduction in their monthly benefits. This legislation removes financial penalties for seniors who choose to continue working after reaching retirement age.

This resolution honors the memory, service, and ultimate sacrifice of six Air Force service members who lost their lives in a 2026 KC-135 Stratotanker accident during Operation Epic Fury. It expresses the Senate’s deepest condolences to the families of the fallen and recognizes their bravery in service to the United States.

Tyler’s Law directs the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive study on the current practices, costs, and benefits of fentanyl testing in hospital emergency departments. Following this study, the Secretary will issue formal guidance to help hospitals improve their testing protocols for patients experiencing overdoses. This legislation aims to enhance clinical responses to the fentanyl crisis and improve patient health outcomes.

The Veterans SPORT Act mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must now provide eligible veterans with coverage for adaptive prostheses and terminal devices specifically designed for sports and other recreational activities. This amendment expands the medical services the VA furnishes, ensuring veterans have access to necessary equipment for physical recreation.

The Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act mandates the withdrawal of FDA approval for the abortion drug mifepristone. Additionally, the bill establishes a federal legal right for individuals to sue manufacturers for physical or mental health injuries resulting from the use of the drug.

The Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act establishes a comprehensive federal regulatory framework for digital assets by placing oversight of cash and spot markets under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The bill mandates that digital commodity exchanges and brokers register with the CFTC, adhere to strict customer protection and asset-segregation standards, and comply with new conflict-of-interest rules. By clarifying legal definitions and providing an expedited registration process, the legislation aims to increase market stability while protecting individual investors and exempting software developers from intermediary regulations.

The Living Donor Protection Act of 2025 prohibits insurance companies from discriminating against living organ donors regarding life, disability, or long-term care coverage. The bill also amends the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to explicitly classify organ donation surgery as a serious health condition, ensuring job-protected leave for donors. Additionally, it mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services update public educational materials to reflect these new protections and the realities of organ donation.

This resolution establishes the first full week of February each year as "Career and Technical Education Educator and Work-Based Learning Coordinator Appreciation Week." It recognizes the vital role these educators play in preparing students for the workforce and supporting critical economic sectors. The bill calls upon the President and local entities to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies.

This resolution officially recognizes the annual Army-Navy football game as "America's Game" due to its deep patriotic tradition and role in inspiring military service. It urges that the game maintain its exclusive television time slot on the second Saturday of December to maximize national attention. The resolution calls on networks and associations to avoid scheduling competing games during this time to honor the service members involved.

The Defeat Sharia Law in America Act seeks to amend the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This legislation declares that any establishment using Sharia law to provide goods, services, or accommodations will be considered discriminatory based on religion.

The SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act of 2026 mandates that states participating in SNAP must provide recipient-level data and case file information to the Secretary of Agriculture upon request. This data is required for the administration, oversight, and enforcement of the program. Failure to comply with data requests may result in the withholding or suspension of federal funds. The Secretary is required to protect the privacy and security of all data received.

The CLEAR LABELS Act mandates new, comprehensive labeling requirements for both finished drugs and their active pharmaceutical ingredients. This legislation requires manufacturers to disclose the original source and supply chain information for these components, either directly on the label or via an accessible electronic portal. The goal is to enhance accountability and transparency regarding the origin of pharmaceutical products.

The Drone Espionage Act strengthens federal law to explicitly prohibit the unauthorized recording or transmission of video of sensitive defense information. This amendment updates existing statutes to specifically cover video recordings, addressing modern surveillance capabilities.

This bill, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act), mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID containing a citizenship indicator when casting a ballot in federal elections. Furthermore, the legislation requires states to implement ongoing programs to verify and remove non-citizens from voter rolls.

The No Climate Treaties Act of 2026 mandates that any international climate agreement involving legally binding U.S. emissions reductions must be submitted to the Senate for treaty ratification. This ensures that such agreements, including the Paris Agreement, require the Senate's advice and consent to take effect. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds to implement any unratified agreement that mandates domestic emissions cuts.

This resolution officially designates the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It expresses support for the week, recognizing the importance of diverse K-12 education options for empowering parents. The bill encourages all Americans to learn more about the educational choices available to families.