Legislative Activity

The Abraham Accords Expansion Act of 2026 formally expands the mission of the Presidential Envoy for the Abraham Accords to include Central Asia and the Caucasus. This legislation directs the Envoy to promote normalization and integration efforts in these strategically important regions, aligning with U.S. national security and economic interests. The Act utilizes existing authorities and funding to carry out these expanded duties.

This resolution supports designating June as Family Month to recognize the traditional nuclear family as the foundation of a healthy society. It calls for a national rededication to the importance of marriage and family, asserting that children thrive best in a home with a married mother and father. The bill also explicitly states that the House of Representatives no longer recognizes Pride Month.

The Firearm Freedom Act of 2026 proposes to eliminate the federal prohibition on the civilian possession and transfer of machineguns. This is achieved by repealing the existing subsection of federal law that currently bans these firearms. The act effectively removes restrictions on machineguns for the general public.

The Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026 significantly enhances benefits for veterans and service members. It increases disability compensation with a new monthly allowance for certain veterans and ties future Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) adjustments to Social Security cost-of-living increases plus an extra percentage. The bill also expands VA home loan eligibility to include National Guard and Reserve members with at least 14 days of qualifying service, though these borrowers will pay a higher loan fee. Finally, it extends the current VA home loan fee structure and modifies definitions of active duty for Guard and Reserve components.

The Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act prohibits the VA from reporting veterans to the NICS background check system solely because a fiduciary was appointed to manage their benefits. This legislation ensures that a VA finding of mental incompetence or the appointment of a fiduciary alone is not used to treat a veteran as a "mental defective" for gun control purposes. Furthermore, the VA must notify the Attorney General about past transmissions of this information that lacked a proper legal basis.

This act officially establishes the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and designates its location on the National Mall, requiring the transfer of land jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is mandated to preserve and present the history and achievements of biological women in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation requires that exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women, as guided by a broad array of knowledgeable sources.

This bill mandates a two-year demonstration project by the VA to evaluate the fiscal impact and effectiveness of covering FDA-cleared over-the-counter hearing aids for eligible veterans compared to traditional prescription devices. Additionally, it directs the Comptroller General to study current hearing aid benefits for veterans with mild-to-moderate hearing loss and recommend potential program improvements. The overall goal is to assess new options for improving veteran access to hearing assistance.

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.

The Veterans’ Transition to Trucking Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to approve multi-State commercial truck driving apprenticeship programs for VA educational benefits. This streamlines the process, allowing veterans to access training across state lines without requiring a single state to serve as the sole approving agency. The goal is to expand educational opportunities for veterans entering the trucking industry.

This resolution officially designates a specific week as "Special Operations Forces Week" to honor the critical service, sacrifice, and dedication of U.S. Special Operations Forces personnel and their families. It recognizes the vital role SOF plays in national security and affirms support for their continued well-being and resources.

The Improving Emerging Tech Opportunities for Veterans Act directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to identify high-growth industries and educational programs related to emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and semiconductors. The bill streamlines the approval process for these courses and expands existing veteran technology training programs to ensure veterans are better prepared for the future job market.

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide opioid antagonists to veterans without requiring a prescription. Furthermore, it eliminates any associated copayment for receiving these life-saving medications. The goal is to ensure veterans have immediate access to overdose reversal medication.

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.

This bill, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, makes two major changes: it allows for the year-round sale of E15 gasoline and reforms the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for small refineries. The RFS reform phases out existing small refinery exemptions starting in 2028, replacing them with a 75% compliance obligation reduction. The Act also directs the EPA to update fuel infrastructure rules for E15 distribution.

The IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act authorizes competitive grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and similar institutions for long-term facility improvements, technology upgrades, and infrastructure modernization. Priority for these grants will be given to institutions demonstrating the greatest need, limited fundraising ability, and high percentages of Pell Grant recipients. The bill also mandates immediate forgiveness for certain outstanding balances on existing HBCU Capital Financing Program loans. Finally, it requires comprehensive reporting and studies to assess the program's impact and future funding needs.

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 bill expresses support for designating May 2025 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It encourages all Americans to promote motorcycle safety awareness, responsible road sharing, and education for all road users. The resolution recognizes the importance of motorcycles in the transportation system and supports safe riding practices.

The Fair Air Standards Act allows states to request that an area currently failing to meet federal ozone standards be redesignated as compliant. This redesignation is possible if the state can prove that the failure to meet the standard was caused by pollution originating from outside the state or a foreign country. The EPA Administrator must review the state's evidence and officially redesignate the area if the claim is substantiated.

The Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 establishes a stabilization assistance program within the Department of Agriculture. This program offers loans and loan guarantees to financially distressed rural health centers to prevent closures or service reductions. Assistance prioritizes facilities that are sole community providers or serve high-poverty areas. The funds can be used for operational costs, facility upgrades, and debt management to ensure continued essential care.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives to establish a "Veterans Appreciation Month" in 2026, coinciding with the nation's 250th anniversary. The goal is to focus national attention on honoring veterans and their families for their service in protecting American freedom. It encourages widespread participation from businesses, schools, and civic organizations to recognize these contributions.