Legislative Activity

The **Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act** amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to significantly improve services for children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. The bill mandates better identification, specialized instruction—including access to American Sign Language and Braille—and increased training for qualified personnel across all three disability areas. It ensures these students receive comprehensive support tailored to their unique communication and access needs from early intervention through school age.

The Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act mandates a comprehensive study by the Comptroller General to examine federal authorities that impact wildfire mitigation efforts across land ownership boundaries. This study will assess how existing programs help or hinder collaboration between federal agencies and state, local, and tribal governments. The goal is to identify necessary changes to existing laws to improve cross-boundary wildfire risk reduction and forest health. The final report will include recommendations focused on simplifying these essential mitigation activities.

The Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends vital funding and research support for ALS therapies through 2031. This legislation enhances grant oversight, clarifies clinical trial definitions, and mandates updated FDA action plans to improve the development of treatments for ALS and other rare neurodegenerative diseases.

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 act strengthens national defense by expanding the Job Corps program to train disadvantaged youth and veterans for critical roles in the defense industrial base. It establishes a Defense Skilled Trades Pipeline Program to provide vocational training in areas like welding, machining, and cybersecurity. The legislation authorizes significant funding to develop these specialized programs in coordination with defense contractors and the Department of Defense.

The One Giant LEAP Act mandates the establishment of a centralized electronic portal for processing all licenses and approvals related to commercial space launch activities. This system will streamline application submissions, track all communications, and provide transparency regarding key timelines and the status of each request. The goal is to modernize and expedite the federal review process for the commercial space industry.

The **Protecting Our Democracy Act** imposes sweeping reforms across the executive branch to strengthen accountability and restore checks and balances. It restricts presidential pardon power, closes loopholes to ensure no President is above the law, and enforces constitutional emoluments clauses to prevent self-enrichment. Furthermore, the Act enhances congressional oversight by strengthening subpoena enforcement, increasing transparency around White House visitors and tax returns, and protecting federal whistleblowers from retaliation.

The Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act establishes a mandatory, quadrennial review process to assess national wildfire challenges and strategic progress. This review requires federal agencies to collaborate across jurisdictional lines to address evolving risks to communities and natural resources over the next 20 years. The resulting report will inform Congress on necessary legislative or administrative changes to improve wildfire management.

This resolution expresses support for designating the last full week of May as "Wildfire Preparedness Week." The initiative aims to raise public awareness about the growing threat of wildfires and promote essential educational programs on fire safety and community preparedness. It encourages preventative measures, such as evacuation planning and responsible land management, to reduce human-caused fires.

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 COPS Reauthorization Act of 2026 updates and extends the funding for the COPS ON THE BEAT grant program through fiscal year 2031. It also formally establishes the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) as a distinct entity within the Department of Justice, headed by a Presidentially-appointed Director. This legislation ensures continued support for community policing initiatives.

This bill officially designates the first Friday of May as "National Space Day." It recognizes the profound historical and ongoing contributions of the U.S. aerospace community to exploration, technology, and national security. The designation aims to celebrate achievements like the Apollo missions and the James Webb Space Telescope while encouraging STEM education for future generations.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." This action ensures the building is officially recognized by its new name in all records and documentation.

The American Leadership in AI Act aims to secure U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence by strengthening safety standards, boosting federal research infrastructure, and modernizing government use of AI. The bill also focuses on protecting workers and small businesses from AI disruption while expanding education and penalizing harmful AI-enabled misuse like deepfakes. Overall, it establishes a comprehensive framework to foster innovation while mitigating risks associated with advanced AI.

This resolution officially designates April as Community College Month to celebrate the vital role of over 1,000 community colleges nationwide. It recognizes these institutions for providing accessible higher education, workforce training, and significant contributions to the U.S. economy. The bill highlights their affordability, local presence, and impact on student success across the country.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to modify investment credit rules specifically for nuclear energy facilities. It grants nuclear power facilities the same investment credit treatment currently available to energy storage technologies, removing prior limitations on public utility property. Additionally, the legislation removes the limitation on transferring progress expenditures for these eligible nuclear credits.

The Multilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) Act aims to protect U.S. national security by restricting adversary access to advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The bill mandates diplomatic efforts to align export controls with allied nations and establishes a framework to impose strict U.S. regulations if those partners fail to implement sufficient safeguards. By targeting specific entities and facilities in countries of concern, the legislation seeks to close gaps in the current export control regime and maintain America’s technological advantage.

The Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2025 affirms the critical importance of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to U.S. national security amidst Russian aggression. This bill mandates that the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense deliver a comprehensive report to Congress detailing emerging military, cyber, and political threats to the Baltic states. The report must also recommend specific actions to enhance U.S. and NATO defense cooperation and bolster Baltic resilience.

The SCHEDULES Act of 2026 mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs establish and publish a clear, comprehensive standard for the maximum allowable wait time between a medical referral and an appointment. To ensure accountability, the bill requires the VA to submit quarterly and annual reports to Congress detailing facility performance, national rankings, and ongoing efforts to improve timely access to care.

This bill mandates gender-neutral assignment standards across all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, effective September 30, 2026. It requires that all occupational performance standards be based on scientifically rigorous, job-specific criteria rather than gender. Additionally, the legislation establishes new annual reporting requirements for Congress and mandates a formal review of ground combat unit effectiveness.