Legislative Activity

The "Less Bureaucracy, Better Student Aid Act" proposes transferring all federal student aid functions—including loan servicing, collections, and grant administration—from the Department of Education to the Department of the Treasury. This phased transition aims to streamline operations and improve oversight without increasing the total number of federal employees. The bill ensures that all existing legal obligations, contracts, and ongoing proceedings remain in effect throughout the transfer process.

The Less Bureaucracy, Better Workforce Development Act proposes transferring all career, technical, and adult education functions from the Department of Education to the Department of Labor. This consolidation aims to streamline workforce development programs and improve alignment with high-demand job markets. The bill includes provisions to ensure a seamless transition of personnel and resources while mandating that the reorganization results in no net increase in federal employees.

The Equal Campus Access Act of 2025 ensures that public colleges and universities receiving federal funding must grant religious student groups the same rights, benefits, and privileges afforded to all other student organizations. This legislation prohibits discrimination against religious groups based on their beliefs, speech, leadership, or standards of conduct. Essentially, it mandates equal access to campus resources for all student organizations.

The AI Workforce Assessment and Research Enhancement (AWARE) Act mandates the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to begin collecting comprehensive data on the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in the workplace. This new data collection will address significant gaps in understanding how AI affects employment, wages, tasks, and training across the U.S. labor market. The goal is to provide policymakers and the public with timely, robust statistics to better respond to technological transformation.

The Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act requires public schools to obtain parental consent before changing a minor student's gender marker, pronouns, or preferred name, or altering sex-based accommodations. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of federal education funding to teach or advance concepts related to gender ideology. This legislation aims to ensure parental involvement in significant decisions regarding their children's records and school environment.

The Aquatic Invasive Species Control and Prevention Act of 2026 strengthens federal efforts to combat invasive species by establishing new grant programs for technology development and rapid response. The bill enhances coordination across federal and regional agencies through the expansion of the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. It also mandates studies and plans for improving watercraft inspection, monitoring high-risk waterways, and updating management strategies. Finally, it allows existing mitigation grants to support the installation of advanced ballast water management systems.

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 **Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026** modernizes the nation’s workforce development system by aligning job training with current economic demands, including digital and AI literacy. The legislation strengthens employer partnerships, enhances performance accountability, and expands access to training for youth, dislocated workers, and individuals with disabilities. By shifting adult education oversight to the Department of Labor and streamlining data systems, the bill aims to create a more data-driven, efficient, and inclusive path to competitive employment.

The Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act of 2026 mandates the development of regional frameworks to manage double-crested cormorant populations sustainably. By coordinating with State and Tribal agencies, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will establish authorized methods for population control to protect fisheries, sensitive habitats, and other wildlife. The bill also requires periodic population surveys and framework updates to ensure management strategies remain effective and science-based.

The FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act streamlines the federal student aid process by mandating that the Department of Education and the Social Security Administration automatically verify the Social Security numbers and citizenship status of all applicants. This legislation aims to reduce administrative burdens and improve the accuracy of federal financial aid eligibility determinations.

This Act mandates the Department of Labor to establish a comprehensive training program for its employees to enhance the detection of human trafficking. The training must cover current best practices for identification, victim protection, and referral procedures. Furthermore, the Secretary of Labor is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the program's effectiveness and the number of trafficking cases referred.

The America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act updates guidelines for National Park and Federal Recreational Lands Passes at sites charging per vehicle. This bill ensures that when a pass is used for motorcycle entry, it covers the passholder and any passengers on that motorcycle, plus one additional accompanying motorcycle and its passengers.

The FAIR Act of 2026 significantly reforms federal civil forfeiture laws by strengthening property owner protections, such as raising the government's burden of proof and requiring judicial approval for all forfeitures. The bill mandates that proceeds from forfeited property be deposited into the Treasury's General Fund instead of agency-specific funds. Furthermore, it introduces new procedural safeguards, including probable cause hearings, for property seized in connection with structuring financial transactions.

This bill officially renames the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Michigan Center, Michigan, to the "Captain Herbert Elfring VA Clinic." The legislation ensures that all official records and documents will reflect this new designation for the facility.

The Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act significantly updates existing law to strengthen privacy protections for minors online. This legislation revises definitions related to personal information, operators, and teens, while imposing stricter rules on data collection, use, and advertising directed at users under 17. It also establishes specific rights for parents and teens regarding their collected data and mandates security practices for online services.

The POW Priority Care Act of 2025 ensures that former Prisoners of War (POWs) receive the highest enrollment priority for healthcare within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) system. This legislation specifically amends existing law to place former POWs first in line for VA enrollment and priority access to extended care services. These changes apply to all qualifying former POWs, regardless of when they were identified.

The Brownfields Broadband Deployment Act aims to accelerate the deployment of communications infrastructure by streamlining federal environmental reviews for projects located entirely on designated brownfield sites. This legislation exempts qualifying broadband projects on contaminated land from certain requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The goal is to reduce regulatory hurdles for FCC-authorized communication facility modifications or new builds situated exclusively on these previously used sites.

This Act amends the Federal Employees Compensation Act to expand the list of authorized healthcare providers for federal employees' work-related injury claims. Specifically, it includes physician assistants and nurse practitioners as eligible providers under the law. This change aims to improve access to care for injured federal workers by broadening their choice of medical professionals.

The Association Health Plans Act amends federal law to allow certain groups or associations of employers to sponsor a single group health plan, treating them as a single employer for coverage purposes. This aims to expand access to health coverage by enabling broader risk pooling across different industries. The bill establishes specific criteria these associations must meet to qualify, including minimum size and operational standards. Finally, it outlines rules for setting premium rates and prohibits discrimination based on health status for plans established under this Act.

This resolution expresses the strong support of Congress for designating May 2025 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It acknowledges the significant role motorcyclists play in transportation while highlighting the critical need for increased safety awareness. The bill encourages proper rider training, the use of protective gear, and mutual road safety between motorcyclists and other drivers.