Legislative Activity

The Fairness in Foreign Filing Act reforms how the IRS assesses and collects certain tax penalties, ensuring taxpayers receive advance notice and an opportunity for independent review before penalties are enforced. The bill also streamlines administrative requirements for foreign trust information returns. These changes aim to enhance taxpayer rights and provide a more transparent process for resolving penalty disputes.

The Supreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2026 establishes a regularized appointment schedule, requiring the President to nominate one new Supreme Court justice every two years. The bill limits the Court to 18 total justices, with the nine most recently appointed members presiding over appellate cases. This legislation aims to create a predictable rotation for judicial appointments and modernize the structure of the Supreme Court.

The "Get Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections Act" strengthens existing bans on foreign influence by prohibiting domestic business entities with significant foreign ownership or control from contributing to federal elections. The bill also mandates strict certification requirements for corporations and PACs to ensure that decision-making processes remain free from foreign interference. Additionally, it expands these protections to cover state and local ballot initiatives and Super PACs.

The Curtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) Act proposes a new excise tax on large corporations that maintain extreme pay gaps between their highest-paid executives and their typical workers. By penalizing companies with excessive pay disparities, the bill aims to discourage runaway executive compensation and promote more equitable wage structures.

The Medical Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2026 provides essential financial protections for individuals facing bankruptcy due to significant medical debt or health-related employment loss. The bill offers relief by increasing homestead exemptions, waiving certain administrative bankruptcy requirements, and simplifying the discharge of student loans for qualifying debtors. Additionally, it protects the credit reputations of these individuals by excluding such bankruptcy filings from consumer credit reports.

The Lifeline for First Responders Act establishes a new grant program administered by NHTSA to support the mental health and wellness of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and first responders. This program provides funding for evidence-based stress reduction, suicide prevention, counseling, and family support services. The Act authorizes $7.5 million annually for this initiative from fiscal years 2028 through 2032.

This bill authorizes Congress to award a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment collectively. This recognition honors the regiment's crucial and heroic service during the Revolutionary War, notably as one of the first integrated military units in American history. The original medal will be displayed at the Rhode Island State Library, and bronze duplicates may be sold to cover production costs.

This resolution recognizes World Oceans Day and celebrates the vital role of the ocean in the history, economy, and security of the United States. It honors the contributions of maritime workers, the armed forces, and coastal communities. The resolution also highlights key anniversaries, including the 50th anniversary of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and the 20th anniversary of the Marine Debris Program. Finally, it reaffirms the nation's commitment to ocean stewardship and leadership.

The Tropospheric Ozone Research Act of 2026 directs the EPA to establish a competitive grant program to fund research on the climate impacts of tropospheric ozone. This research will focus on improving understanding of ozone's effects on global and regional temperatures, ecosystems, and crop loss. The Act also mandates the strengthening of monitoring infrastructure and requires the EPA to report on mitigation strategies and policy recommendations.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency's final rule that repealed the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for coal- and oil-fired power plants. By utilizing the Congressional Review Act, this measure nullifies the EPA's repeal, effectively reinstating the previous emission standards.

The No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026 establishes a rigorous new process requiring explicit congressional approval via a joint resolution before the President can utilize specific exemptions under the Clean Air Act. This bill targets exemptions related to federal agency emissions, fleet vehicle requirements, and ozone-depleting substances. Furthermore, it repeals a specific exemption that allowed certain sources to delay compliance with hazardous air pollutant standards.

This joint resolution exercises congressional authority to disapprove and nullify the Environmental Protection Agency’s rule regarding the reporting and recordkeeping submission period for PFAS chemicals. If enacted, this measure would render the specified EPA rule void and without legal effect.

This Act reforms Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings by imposing strict time limits and new "bad faith" standards for dismissal, particularly targeting abusive venue shopping and corporate maneuvering. It also limits a court's power to override specific statutory protections and expands the automatic stay to shield certain non-debtor entities involved in prior corporate restructurings from litigation. The goal is to enhance consumer protection and corporate accountability within the bankruptcy system.

This joint resolution disapproves the rule issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) concerning the preemption of state laws under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. By disapproving the rule, Congress ensures it has no legal force or effect.

The Enhancing Long-Term, Efficient, and Viable Alternatives to Empower Flood-Prone Communities Act of 2026 establishes a new U.S. Army Corps of Engineers program to prioritize nonstructural flood risk management, such as building elevations, floodproofing, and property buyouts. The bill mandates that these alternatives receive equal consideration to traditional structural projects and provides increased federal cost-sharing for economically disadvantaged communities and repetitive loss properties. Additionally, it streamlines project implementation, improves technical support, and ensures that relocation and elevation assistance programs are more accessible and comprehensive for property owners.

This joint resolution seeks to exercise congressional disapproval of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection’s rule regarding "Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws." If enacted, this measure would nullify the rule, rendering it without force or effect.

The Stop Subsidizing Giant Mergers Act aims to discourage large-scale corporate consolidation by eliminating tax-free status for mergers and acquisitions involving companies with combined annual gross receipts exceeding $500 million. By requiring these large entities to pay taxes on such transactions, the bill seeks to curb the financial incentives that drive massive corporate mergers.

This joint resolution seeks to exercise congressional disapproval of a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection action regarding the reopening of previously closed deposit accounts. By nullifying the Bureau's withdrawal of the original rule, this measure ensures the policy remains in effect.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association. It honors the organization’s century of dedication to using science, policy, and advocacy to protect and restore the nation’s coastal communities and natural resources.

The Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax Act imposes a new excise tax on large oil producers and importers when crude oil prices exceed 2025 baseline levels. Revenue generated from this tax is deposited into a dedicated fund used to provide quarterly gasoline price rebates to eligible individual taxpayers.