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Foreign Robocall Elimination Act

Foreign Robocall Elimination Act This bill establishes an interagency task force on unlawful robocalls to advise federal agencies and Congress on combating robocalls made from outside of the United States. The bill also increases the term applicable to the Federal Communications Commission’s designation of an industry-led consortium to trace the origin of suspected unlawful robocalls. Under current law, the commission must annually seek applications from industry groups to serve as the designated consortium; under the bill, the commission must seek applications once every three years.

A bill to increase access to artificial intelligence through programs of the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.

The Department of Agriculture would establish new programs to help farmers, rural communities, and agricultural businesses gain access to artificial intelligence tools and technology. These programs could include training, funding, and partnerships to apply AI to farming operations, crop management, and rural development. The goal is to ensure that agricultural workers and rural areas benefit from AI advances rather than being left behind as the technology spreads.

Detention Authority Clarification Act

This bill would require the government to automatically detain people who are physically in the United States but haven't been officially admitted through immigration processes, removing the current ability of immigration officials to release them while their cases are being reviewed. The policy would affect undocumented immigrants, asylum seekers, and others in the immigration system who are waiting for their legal status to be determined. Currently, officials can decide case-by-case whether detention is necessary, but this bill would make detention mandatory for this group.

A resolution supporting the United States dollar as the reserve currency of the world and combating the economic influence of the People's Republic of China.

This resolution expresses support for maintaining the U.S. dollar's position as the world's primary currency for international trade and reserves, while opposing efforts by China to reduce reliance on the dollar in global commerce. The measure aims to protect American economic influence and competitiveness by countering Chinese initiatives to promote alternative currencies and payment systems. It affects American businesses, investors, and policymakers by signaling congressional intent to defend the dollar's dominant role in international finance.

Airpower Acceleration Act of 2026

The legislation would speed up the development and delivery of military aircraft and related equipment to the U.S. Air Force by streamlining approval processes and reducing bureaucratic delays. This would affect defense contractors, Air Force personnel, and military readiness by allowing faster modernization of the nation's air capabilities. The bill aims to help the military acquire new planes and technology more quickly than current procedures typically allow.

Fighter Aircrew Career Flexibility Act

The legislation would give military pilots and other fighter aircraft crew members more flexibility in how they manage their careers, such as allowing them to take breaks from service or transition between different roles without losing benefits or advancement opportunities. This change would help the Air Force and Navy retain experienced aviators by making military service more compatible with personal circumstances like family needs or education goals. The bill aims to address pilot shortages by making military careers more adaptable to modern life demands.

RETAIN Act of 2026

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Marijuana Impact on Medicaid Act of 2026

The proposal would allow states to use federal Medicaid funds to cover marijuana-related medical treatments and services for eligible patients, removing current federal restrictions that prevent this spending. This would affect low-income individuals enrolled in Medicaid programs across states that have legalized medical marijuana, potentially expanding their access to cannabis-based treatments while giving states more flexibility in how they spend healthcare dollars.

FARM Stability Act

The FARM Stability Act would likely address labor and employment issues affecting agricultural workers and farming operations. Based on its referral to the Judiciary Committee, it probably aims to clarify or modify legal protections, rights, or working conditions for farm employees, who often face different labor rules than workers in other industries. The bill could affect both farm owners and the workers they employ by changing how labor laws apply to agricultural businesses.

Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026

This bill would establish new military and defense partnerships between the United States and countries that have normalized relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords framework, likely including increased weapons sales, joint training exercises, and intelligence sharing. The legislation aims to strengthen security cooperation in the Middle East region among these allied nations. It would affect defense contractors, military personnel involved in joint operations, and the foreign policy relationships between the U.S. and participating countries.

Virtual Currency Tax Fairness Act

This bill would change how people are taxed when they buy, sell, or trade cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. It likely aims to reduce the tax burden on small transactions or provide clearer rules for when people actually owe taxes on their crypto holdings, affecting anyone who invests in or uses digital currencies.

Regulation A+ Improvement Act of 2026

This bill would make it easier for small companies to raise money directly from regular investors by relaxing some of the rules around "Regulation A+" offerings, which are a simpler alternative to traditional stock offerings. The changes would likely allow smaller businesses to sell more shares to the public and reduce some paperwork requirements, making it cheaper and faster for startups and small firms to get funding without going through the traditional expensive process. Investors would have more opportunities to buy into early-stage companies, though the bill aims to balance this with investor protections.

Artificial Intelligence-Ready Data Act

This bill would require federal agencies to make their data more accessible and usable for artificial intelligence research and development, likely by standardizing how government data is organized and shared. The goal is to help companies, researchers, and other organizations more easily access government information to build and improve AI systems. The measure affects federal agencies, tech companies, and AI researchers who rely on government data.

Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act of 2026

This bill would strengthen security measures for transportation infrastructure like roads, bridges, ports, and railways to protect them from threats posed by foreign adversaries or hostile actors. It likely includes requirements for improved inspections, security upgrades, and coordination between government agencies and transportation companies to identify and prevent sabotage or attacks on critical systems that Americans depend on daily.

Disaster Recovery Improvement Act

This bill would likely improve how the federal government helps communities recover after natural disasters and emergencies by updating disaster relief programs and making it easier for affected people and businesses to get aid. The changes would probably affect disaster victims, local governments, and emergency management agencies by streamlining the recovery process and potentially expanding what types of damage or losses qualify for federal assistance. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Senate committee responsible for homeland security and emergency management.

United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill would renew the funding and authority for a government commission that monitors religious freedom around the world and advises Congress and the President on countries where people face persecution for their beliefs. The commission would continue investigating violations, publishing reports, and recommending U.S. policies to protect religious minorities in other nations. This affects how the U.S. approaches diplomacy and aid decisions related to countries with poor records on religious freedom.

Hurricane Forecast Improvement Program Enhancement Act

This bill would fund improvements to hurricane forecasting technology and methods to help meteorologists predict storms more accurately and give people more warning time to prepare and evacuate. The funding would support research, better weather monitoring equipment, and improved communication systems to get forecast information to the public faster. Better hurricane predictions could help save lives and reduce damage by giving communities more time to get ready.

Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act

This bill would prohibit people who are in the country illegally from working as police officers or other law enforcement personnel. It would require law enforcement agencies to verify the immigration status of their officers and remove anyone found to be undocumented from their position.

HOME Expansion Act

The bill aims to expand affordable housing programs and community development initiatives, likely by increasing funding, loosening restrictions, or creating new incentives for building and preserving affordable homes. It would affect low-income renters and homebuyers, developers, and local communities seeking to address housing shortages. The measure is currently under review by the Senate banking committee.

United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026

This bill would establish a formal partnership between the United States and Israel to collaborate on advanced technology development, scientific research, and security initiatives. The agreement would likely involve joint projects in areas like defense, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, with both countries sharing resources and expertise. The partnership would affect government agencies, research institutions, and defense contractors involved in U.S.-Israel cooperation.

TRUST Act of 2026

The TRUST Act of 2026 appears to address financial sector regulation and oversight, though the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the Banking Committee, it likely aims to modify rules governing banks, financial institutions, or consumer protections in ways that could affect how Americans access credit, savings accounts, or financial services. The bill is currently under review and hasn't yet been debated or voted on in Congress.

Employer-Directed Skills Act

The bill would allow employers to have more control over what job training and skills programs workers receive, likely shifting decisions about employee development away from government-run programs toward company-directed training. This could affect workers by giving employers more say in what skills they learn, while potentially reducing the role of traditional public workforce development systems. The measure targets how employers and workers access and fund job training opportunities.

Workforce Development Modernization Act

This bill would update federal job training and workforce development programs to better prepare workers for careers in growing industries and help them adapt to changing job markets. It likely aims to improve how government funding flows to training programs, strengthen partnerships between schools and employers, and make it easier for workers to access skills training they need. The changes would affect workers seeking new skills, employers looking for trained staff, and community colleges and training organizations that provide these programs.

Banning Perpetrators of Religious Persecution Act of 2026

This bill would prevent people who have persecuted others based on their religion from entering or staying in the United States, adding religious persecution to the list of reasons someone can be denied immigration benefits or entry. The law would affect foreign nationals accused of targeting individuals or groups because of their faith, potentially including government officials, military members, or others involved in religious discrimination abroad. Immigration officials would use this standard to review visa applications and deportation cases involving allegations of religious persecution.

Combatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in China Act

The legislation would direct the U.S. government to take action against religious persecution in China, potentially including sanctions, diplomatic pressure, and public reporting on which religious groups face discrimination and abuse. It aims to hold the Chinese government accountable for restricting the freedoms of Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Falun Gong practitioners, and other faith communities. The bill affects U.S. foreign policy and could impact American companies doing business in China if penalties are imposed.

SEIZE Act

The SEIZE Act appears to address international affairs matters, likely involving the government's ability to take action against foreign entities or assets in response to threats or violations of U.S. interests. Without the full bill text, the specific mechanism—whether it involves sanctions, asset seizure, or diplomatic measures—cannot be determined, but the legislation probably aims to give the U.S. government stronger tools to respond to international conflicts or misconduct. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Financial Technology Protection Act of 2025

Financial Technology Protection Act of 2025 This bill establishes the Independent Financial Technology Working Group to Combat Terrorism and Illicit Financing. The working group must study and report on terrorist and illicit use of digital assets and other related emerging technologies and develop proposals to improve anti-money laundering and counterterrorist financing efforts. The working group terminates four years after the bill's enactment or after the working group completes any ongoing activities, whichever is later. In addition, the Department of the Treasury must (1) report on the potential use of digital assets and other emerging technologies by states, nonstate actors, and terrorist groups for the purpose of evading sanctions to threaten the national security of the United States; and (2) describe a strategy to mitigate and prevent this usage.

Keep Your Coins Act of 2025

Keep Your Coins Act of 2025 This bill prohibits federal agencies from restricting a person's use of convertible virtual currency for their own purposes or to conduct transactions through a self-hosted wallet.

Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act

Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act This bill limits how Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data may be used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and government agencies. The bill also establishes disclosure requirements for certain user fees imposed on general aviation aircraft at public-use airports and limits the purposes for which the fees may be used. As background, ADS-B transmits information (e.g., location and weather information) between aircraft and air traffic control. The bill prohibits a person or government agency from using ADS-B data to identify an aircraft in order to assess a fee or otherwise impose a charge on the aircraft owner or operator. The bill also specifies that air traffic controllers may only use ADS-B data to assist in tracking aircraft and improving air traffic safety and efficiency, or for other purposes determined appropriate by the Department of Transportation after notice and public comment. Further, the bill prohibits any federal, state, local, territorial, or tribal official from initiating an investigation (excluding a criminal investigation) of a person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Under current law, this prohibition only applies to the FAA. In addition, owners and operators of public-use airports must publicly disclose financial information about certain expenses and cost estimates for airside safety projects (e.g., runway or taxiway safety improvements) prior to charging landing or takeoff fees for general aviation aircraft (e.g., aircraft used for personal, recreational, or flight training purposes). Further, any revenue from these fees may only be used for airside safety projects.

MACV–SOG Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to MACV-SOG, a special operations unit that conducted classified military missions during the Vietnam War, honoring the service and sacrifices of its members. The medal is one of the highest civilian honors Congress can bestow and would recognize the unit's contributions to national security during a critical period in American military history.

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to allow civil aircraft to operate at speeds above Mach 1 (i.e., supersonic) over land in the United States under certain conditions. Specifically, the FAA must issue or revise regulations to allow for the operation of civil aircraft at speeds greater than Mach 1 in the national airspace system without a special authorization, so long as no sonic boom reaches the ground in the United States. Current regulations prohibit civil aircraft from operating above Mach 1 speeds over land in the United States without a special flight authorization issued by the FAA.

DLARA

Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act or the DLARA This bill modifies the Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan program and requires external review of, and reporting on, the program. First, the bill requires the SBA to report monthly on the operation of the disaster loan program. (Currently, the SBA must report only during the applicable period for a major disaster.) The report must estimate the date on which available funding for such loans will reach 10% of the most recent appropriation and the date on which the funds will be depleted. Second, the President's annual budget must include separate statements regarding the appropriations request for SBA disaster loans and COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), including explanations for any difference between the amount requested and the 10-year average cost for such loans. Third, for a period of four years, the SBA must notify Congress when the unobligated balance of amounts available for disaster loans is less than 10% of the 10-year average annual cost provided in the most recent Presidential budget. At such point, the SBA may limit disaster loans to collateralized amounts. Finally, the bill requires additional oversight of the disaster loan program, including a Government Accountability Office report on the disbursement of disaster loans and the effect of specified SBA rules on home lending limits, an SBA Office of Inspector General review of recent funding shortfalls for disaster loans, and an SBA report on improvements for forecasting the cost of disaster loans.

Strategic Ports Reporting Act

Strategic Ports Reporting Act This bill requires the Department of State to conduct a study and submit a report to Congress on strategic ports. The report shall contain various elements related to such ports, including (1) a detailed list of all strategic ports owned, operated, or controlled by China or a foreign person of China; (2) a detailed list of all strategic ports owned, operated, or controlled by the United States or a U.S. person; (3) an assessment of the national security and economic interests relevant to each such port; (4) an analysis of actions by China to gain control or ownership of strategic ports; and (5) courses of action to protect strategic ports and maritime infrastructure from Chinese control. The bill also requires the State Department to develop and provide to Congress a global mapping of foreign and domestic ports of importance to the United States because of a capability to provide military, diplomatic, economic, or resource exploitation superiority.

Incentivizing Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Sales Act of 2025

Incentivizing Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Sales Act of 2025 This bill excludes the gain from the sale of a qualified real property interest under the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program from gross income for federal tax purposes. (Some limitations apply.) As background, the REPI Program supports cost-sharing agreements between the Armed Forces, other federal agencies, state and local governments, and certain private organizations to address land use near military installations, address environmental restrictions that limit military activities, and increase military installation resilience. Under the bill, the exclusion from gross income applies to gain from the sale of a real property interest (pursuant to an agreement under the REPI Program) to a state or U.S. possession (or a political subdivision of a state or U.S. possession) or the District of Columbia; the United States; certain corporations, trusts, community chest, funds, or foundations; or certain charitable organizations. Further, under the bill, the real property interest that is sold may be (1) the entire interest in the real property, (2) a remainder interest in the real property, or (3) a restriction on the use of the real property (e.g., easement) that is granted in perpetuity and created under state law. However, the bill limits such exclusion from gross income for a partnership or other pass-through entity (other than a family partnership or family pass-through entity) to gain from the sale of a real property interest that is held for at least three years.