Legislative Activity

The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act expands Medicare Part B coverage to include services provided by pharmacists starting January 1, 2026. This coverage is specifically for testing or treatment related to COVID-19, the flu, RSV, strep throat, or during a declared public health emergency. The bill outlines payment structures, generally covering 80% of the cost, and prohibits pharmacists from balance billing Medicare patients for these covered services.

The Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026 aims to improve the accuracy and predictability of Medicare physician payments. The bill reforms budget neutrality calculations, mandates periodic updates to practice expense cost data, and establishes a 2.5% cap on annual conversion factor fluctuations. These measures are designed to ensure more stable reimbursement rates for healthcare providers.

The DONOR Milk Act aims to enhance the safety and oversight of pasteurized donor human milk by regulating it as a critical food under federal law. This legislation mandates annual safety inspections for all processing facilities and requires them to register as food establishments. Furthermore, it establishes a grant program to assist nonprofit milk banks in meeting these new food safety standards.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative gold and silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins will honor the victims, first responders, and survivors, with designs selected in consultation with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. All surcharges from the sale of these coins will be paid directly to the Memorial and Museum to support its operations and maintenance.

This bill, the Mullica River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2026, directs the Secretary of the Interior to study the Mullica River, Wading River, Batsto River, and their tributaries in New Jersey for potential inclusion under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The Secretary must complete this study and submit a report to Congress within three years of receiving funding. This legislation initiates the formal review process to determine if these waters possess outstanding natural, cultural, or recreational values warranting federal protection.

This resolution officially recognizes the week of May 17 through May 23, 2026, as National Public Works Week. It honors public works professionals for their essential role in maintaining the infrastructure that supports our economy, health, and safety. The bill also supports efforts to strengthen the public works workforce to meet future infrastructure demands.

The Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act establishes a new federal crime for assaulting or attempting to assault passenger train crew members while they are performing their duties. This legislation specifically targets interference with engineers, conductors, and other essential personnel on trains, platforms, or in stations. Penalties range from fines and short imprisonment up to 20 years, depending on the severity of the offense and the use of weapons.

The BEACON Act of 2026 establishes two new Department of Veterans Affairs grant programs to significantly advance the treatment of veterans suffering from chronic mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). These programs will fund research, clinical trials, and the testing of new, non-drug neurorehabilitation approaches focused on improving mental health outcomes. The legislation aims to foster partnerships and independent third-party studies to identify and implement best practices for mTBI care outside of traditional VA pathways.

The GUARD Act expands the use of federal grant funds to help state, local, and tribal law enforcement investigate elder financial fraud, "pig butchering" scams, and general financial fraud. This legislation allows agencies to hire specialized staff, receive advanced training on emerging technologies, and acquire necessary investigative tools. Furthermore, the Act mandates comprehensive federal reports to Congress detailing the scope of these scams and the effectiveness of current enforcement efforts.

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

This resolution expresses strong support for the Federal Protective Service (FPS) and honors its law enforcement officers for their vital service in protecting thousands of federal facilities nationwide. It recognizes their dedication, sacrifice, and the importance of their work in ensuring public safety. The bill also encourages a strong, collaborative relationship between FPS officers and the communities they serve.

This Act establishes the Philadelphia Campaign Two Hundred and Fiftieth Commemoration Commission to recognize the historical significance of the 1777–1778 Philadelphia Campaign of the American Revolution. The Commission is tasked with recommending federal activities to observe the 250th anniversary, including educational resources and artifact preservation. It must submit interim and a final report to Congress by September 30, 2028, before terminating.

The Training Rural Law Enforcement Officers Act of 2026 aims to address the difficulty small, rural law enforcement agencies face in accessing federal training grants. This bill allows accredited nonprofit organizations to receive federal grants to provide essential, no-cost training directly to agencies with fewer than 50 sworn officers. This streamlines access to necessary training resources for smaller departments.

The Nursing is a Professional Degree Act officially designates nursing as a professional degree under federal law. This bill amends the Higher Education Act to provide a clear statutory definition for "professional degree," explicitly including nursing alongside other established professions like medicine and law. This change ensures consistency in recognizing the advanced academic requirements necessary to practice nursing.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives commending public servants for their dedication to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to the American people. It specifically designates the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Public Service Recognition Week. The bill honors the millions of federal, state, and local employees and uniformed service members who support the economy and democratic foundations of the nation.

This resolution expresses strong support for UK citizens facing restrictions on their free speech and freedom of expression. It condemns actions by UK officials, including Prime Minister Starmer, for censoring, punishing, or threatening citizens and Americans over their speech. The bill urges the U.S. administration to hold accountable UK officials who infringe upon free speech rights and to refuse recognition of such infringing UK laws.

This bill establishes the Public Safety UAS Readiness Act, creating a grant program to fund drone pilot training for public safety agencies. The grants will support the development of standardized training curricula, the purchase of necessary equipment, and administrative costs. Priority will be given to organizations conducting high-risk operations or serving underserved regions.

The Critical Minerals Supply Chain Resiliency Act of 2026 aims to speed up federal permitting for projects supporting the domestic supply of critical materials, as determined by the Secretary of Defense under Presidential Determination 202211. This legislation treats these defense-related activities as "covered projects" for expedited review under existing surface transportation permitting laws. Project sponsors retain the option to opt out of this expedited permitting process.

The Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act significantly narrows the federal beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. This legislation limits reporting obligations exclusively to foreign individuals and foreign-connected companies. Furthermore, it mandates the deletion of all previously collected data pertaining to domestic persons and entities.

This resolution expresses strong support for open water lifeguards, recognizing their critical role as first responders and emergency response providers. It urges federal agencies to formally acknowledge the essential, lifesaving work these individuals perform, often at great personal risk. The bill calls for lifeguards to be treated as emergency responders, including eligibility for priority access to resources during public health emergencies.