Legislative Activity

The Fraud Prevention and Accountability Act establishes new functions within the Treasury Department to enhance fraud detection and payment integrity across the federal government, primarily through data analysis and the "Do Not Pay" system. It also creates a new, independent Office of the Inspector General for Fraud, Accountability, and Recovery to oversee and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse involving major federal funds. Furthermore, the bill expands data-sharing authority to support these new oversight efforts and transfers assets from the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee to the new Inspector General's office.

The Taxpayer Funds Oversight and Accountability Act strengthens financial management across federal agencies by expanding the duties of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs). It replaces the existing 5-year cycle with a new, strategic 4-year governmentwide financial management plan. The bill also mandates that agencies develop specific implementation plans and annually report on performance metrics and internal control effectiveness.

The Small LENDER Act amends the Equal Credit Opportunity Act to ease the burden of new small business lending data collection rules. It provides financial institutions with a three-year compliance period, followed by a two-year safe harbor from penalties. The act defines "financial institution" as one originating at least 500 small business credit transactions in each of the previous two years, and "small business" as one with $1,000,000 or less in gross annual revenue.

The "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" repeals the Corporate Transparency Act, eliminating the requirement for companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). It also makes necessary technical adjustments to Title 31 of the United States Code, specifically sections related to financial recordkeeping and reporting of currency and foreign transactions, to reflect the repeal.

The Legacy IT Reduction Act of 2026 mandates that federal agencies inventory their existing legacy information technology systems and develop comprehensive modernization plans. This legislation requires agencies to prioritize the updating, retirement, or disposal of outdated systems to improve efficiency. The Act also establishes reporting requirements to Congress and mandates a review by the Comptroller General, while explicitly excluding national security systems from its scope.

The Airspace Location and Enhanced Risk Transparency Act of 2026 mandates significant safety upgrades across both civilian and military aviation to prevent midair collisions. It requires the FAA to implement advanced collision avoidance systems and new air traffic controller training, while also compelling the Department of Defense to equip most military helicopters with transponders for increased visibility. The bill establishes new transparency measures, including public tracking of safety rule implementation and enhanced reporting on near-miss incidents, particularly around major airports like Reagan National.

This resolution condemns the People's Republic of China's coercive military and economic actions against Japan following statements regarding Taiwan. It reaffirms the strong U.S.-Japan alliance and commitment to regional stability. Furthermore, the bill calls on the PRC to cease its pressure tactics and urges the U.S. to work with allies to counter such coercion in the Indo-Pacific.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc. (SAAMI). It honors the organization’s century-long commitment to establishing technical and safety standards that ensure the reliable interoperability of firearms and ammunition. Furthermore, it recognizes SAAMI’s ongoing contributions to public safety, industry innovation, and responsible firearm practices.

The SNAP Fraud Reporting Act of 2026 mandates that states submit detailed annual reports to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture regarding fraud investigations, recoveries, and enforcement actions within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability by requiring the federal government to compile and publish this data for Congressional review. States that fail to comply with these reporting requirements will face a withholding of administrative funding.

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the military death gratuity payment for survivors of deceased service members from $100,000 to $200,000. Additionally, the bill establishes an annual cost-of-living adjustment to ensure the benefit keeps pace with inflation starting in 2027.

The Mail Ballot Integrity Act establishes federal standards that prohibit states from sending unsolicited mail-in ballots for federal elections. It limits mail-in voting eligibility to individuals who submit a formal request and meet specific criteria, such as being elderly, disabled, or temporarily absent from their county of residence.

The Main Street Act is a comprehensive bill designed to revitalize community banking by easing formation requirements for new local banks and tailoring regulations to reduce compliance burdens on smaller financial institutions. It aims to increase transparency in bank supervision and resolution processes while modernizing lending programs and streamlining merger reviews. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to foster greater competition, improve access to capital in underserved areas, and ensure regulatory oversight is proportionate to institutional risk.

The SEEDS Act of 2026 expands investment options for Coverdell education savings accounts ("Trump accounts") by allowing them to include digital asset indexes. Additionally, the bill makes the Trump accounts contribution program permanent by removing its scheduled expiration date.

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act prohibits federal agencies from providing funding or support for the creation and maintenance of state-level firearm ownership databases. This legislation ensures that federal resources cannot be used to track lawful gun owners, with a specific exception for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms.

The Chloe Cole Act of 2026 establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals to sue healthcare professionals and institutions for damages related to gender-transition medical interventions performed on them as minors. The bill permits lawsuits regardless of when the intervention occurred and sets a statute of limitations extending 25 years past the individual's 18th birthday. Additionally, it mandates strict liability for such interventions performed after the Act's enactment.

The Incentivize Savings Act mandates how federal agencies must handle unspent appropriations by dedicating the majority to debt reduction and allowing a portion for employee retention bonuses. This legislation also restricts future budget requests to only account for inflation unless the agency fully spends its prior allocation. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage fiscal responsibility by linking unspent funds to debt reduction and limiting budget growth.

This Act establishes specific definitions for "female," "male," and "sex" based on biological reproductive systems for amateur athletics. It mandates that organizations recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee must prohibit individuals identified as male from competing in competitions designated for females. This aims to protect competitive opportunities specifically for biological females in amateur sports.

The No More SCAMS Act establishes a Federal Fraud Interagency Task Force to aggressively investigate fraud involving federal funds across key government agencies. This Task Force will improve coordination between federal entities, develop best practices for fraud prevention, and focus on recovering misused taxpayer dollars. The Act mandates regular reporting on investigation outcomes, fraud trends, and recommendations for strengthening anti-fraud measures.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act) mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID indicating U.S. citizenship when casting a ballot in federal elections. The bill outlines specific acceptable forms of proof and requires states to implement verification programs to ensure only citizens are registered and voting.

The Make Elections Great Again Act establishes new federal standards for voter identification, citizenship verification for registration, and statewide voter list maintenance for federal elections. It also standardizes election administration by mandating paper ballots, banning ranked-choice voting, and implementing strict new rules for requesting and returning mail-in ballots. The bill aims to increase election integrity through enhanced documentation and procedural uniformity across states.