Brad Finstad

To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase burial and funeral expenses paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the case of death from a service-connected disability, and for other purposes.

The bill would increase the amount of money the Department of Veterans Affairs pays toward burial and funeral costs when a veteran dies from a service-connected disability. This would help veteran families cover these expenses more fully, reducing their out-of-pocket costs during an already difficult time. The change would affect veterans and their families who are eligible for VA burial benefits.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 200 1st Avenue Southeast in Austin, Minnesota, as the "John Madden Memorial Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 200 1st Avenue Southeast in Austin, Minnesota, as the "John Madden Memorial Post Office".

Expressing support for continued efforts to safeguard Medicare, Medicaid, and other Federal health care programs from fraud, waste, abuse, and improper payments through strengthened program integrity measures, enhanced oversight, and coordinated enforcement actions, and recognizing the work of the Trump administration and congressional Republicans to investigate and prosecute fraud and protect taxpayer dollars and preserve the long-term sustainability of the Nation's health care safety net.

This resolution expresses support for efforts to prevent fraud, waste, and improper payments in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs through stronger oversight and enforcement actions. It recognizes work by the Trump administration and congressional Republicans to investigate healthcare fraud and protect taxpayer money while maintaining these programs' long-term viability. The measure is a statement of support rather than a law that would create new requirements or programs.

SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act of 2026

The legislation would direct the Small Business Administration to develop programs and resources to help small businesses understand and adopt artificial intelligence technologies in their operations. This could include training, grants, or technical assistance to help small business owners use AI tools for tasks like customer service, accounting, or marketing without requiring them to become AI experts themselves.

National Guard Relief Act

The National Guard Relief Foundation, which provides financial assistance to National Guard members and their families during hardship, would be officially recognized as a "military welfare society" under federal law. This change would allow the foundation to access certain benefits and protections that other military support organizations currently receive. The bill primarily affects National Guard members and their families who may need emergency financial assistance.

Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

This resolution designates the week of May 3-9, 2026, as National Small Business Week to recognize and celebrate the important role that small businesses and entrepreneurs play in American communities. The designation is largely symbolic and encourages people across the country to acknowledge the contributions of small business owners to their local economies and job creation. The measure has been referred to the House Committee on Small Business for consideration.

Prove It Act

The bill would require federal agencies to demonstrate that their regulations actually produce the benefits they claim and don't cause excessive harm to businesses and workers before putting those rules into effect. Agencies would need to provide evidence that regulations are necessary and effective, giving Congress and the public more information about how government rules are justified. This affects anyone subject to federal regulations, from small business owners to employees to consumers.

Federal Loan Systems Modernization Act of 2026

This bill would update the technology and processes used by federal loan programs to make them more efficient and easier for borrowers to use. The changes would likely affect federal student loans, small business loans, and other government lending programs by modernizing outdated computer systems and streamlining how applications are processed. The goal is to reduce errors, speed up loan approvals, and improve the overall experience for the millions of Americans who borrow from federal programs.

USDA Express Loan Act of 2026

The bill would create a faster, simpler loan program through the USDA to help farmers and agricultural businesses get financing more quickly than through traditional channels. This would likely allow smaller farms and rural businesses to access credit with less paperwork and quicker approval times, making it easier for them to buy equipment, land, or cover operating costs.

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act

This bill would strengthen verification procedures for immigration benefits by requiring the government to better check applicants' backgrounds and eligibility before approving visas, green cards, and other immigration status. It aims to prevent fraud and ensure that only qualified individuals receive these benefits, affecting both people applying for immigration status and the government agencies that process their applications.

Conservation Reserve Program Modernization Act

The proposal would update the Conservation Reserve Program, a decades-old government initiative that pays farmers to temporarily take environmentally sensitive land out of production to prevent soil erosion and protect wildlife habitats. The changes would modernize how the program operates, potentially adjusting payment rates, eligibility requirements, or contract terms to better reflect current agricultural and environmental conditions. Farmers, landowners, and conservation organizations would be most directly affected by any modifications to this program.

American Protein Processing Modernization Act

The legislation would update federal rules and provide funding to help meat and poultry processing plants modernize their equipment and facilities, making them more efficient and safer for workers. It would affect meat companies, poultry producers, and the workers employed in processing plants across the country. The changes aim to help American food processors compete better while improving working conditions and food safety standards.

SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act of 2025

This bill would require the government to publicly share more detailed information about how the food stamp program (SNAP) is being used and administered across different states and regions. The measure aims to give Congress, researchers, and the public better visibility into program spending, fraud prevention efforts, and how effectively benefits are reaching eligible families. It affects SNAP recipients, state agencies that run the program, and taxpayers funding these food assistance benefits.

White House Conference on Small Business Act of 2025

This bill would establish a White House Conference on Small Business to bring together small business owners, entrepreneurs, and government officials to discuss challenges facing small companies and develop policy recommendations. The conference would provide a forum for small business leaders to share their concerns directly with federal policymakers and help shape future government decisions that affect their operations. The event would likely focus on issues like access to funding, regulations, taxes, and other factors that impact small business growth and competitiveness.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish an exception for multiemployer plan participants to the requirements for automatic enrollment.

Workers covered by multiemployer pension plans (typically union workers in construction, trucking, and similar industries) would be exempt from automatic enrollment requirements that normally apply to retirement savings plans. This means employers wouldn't be required to automatically enroll these workers in retirement accounts, since they're already covered by their union pension plans. The change recognizes that multiemployer plan participants already have retirement benefits through their union agreements.

Fraud Accountability and Recovery Act

This bill would establish new rules and procedures to identify, investigate, and recover money lost to fraud in U.S. international aid and foreign assistance programs. It likely aims to strengthen oversight of how federal agencies spend money abroad and create better systems to catch and punish people who steal or misuse those funds. The bill would affect federal agencies that manage foreign aid, international organizations receiving U.S. funds, and potentially contractors and individuals involved in overseas programs.

To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2000 to modify and extend the annual report on military and security developments involving the People's Republic of China.

The government currently publishes a yearly report analyzing China's military capabilities and security activities, and this bill would update and extend that reporting requirement. The changes would likely modify what information gets included in the report and ensure it continues to be produced going forward. This affects policymakers and the public who rely on this intelligence assessment to understand China's military developments.

To codify Executive Order 14305 (relating to restoring American airspace sovereignty).

The legislation would turn an executive order into permanent law that aims to protect American airspace from unauthorized foreign aircraft and drones. It would establish rules and procedures for detecting, tracking, and responding to aircraft that enter U.S. airspace without permission, affecting both civilian aviation and national security operations. The measure would give federal agencies clearer authority to manage airspace security threats.

Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2025

Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to (1) assess cybersecurity threats in the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector, and (2) conduct annual crisis simulation exercises for food-related emergencies or disruptions. The agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector includes (1) any activity relating to the production, processing, distribution, storage, transportation, consumption, or disposal of agricultural or food products; and (2) any entity involved in any of these activities. Specifically, USDA must conduct a risk assessment every two years on the cybersecurity threats to, and security vulnerabilities in, this sector. The risk assessment must include any recommendations for federal legislative or administrative actions to address related threats and vulnerabilities. USDA must also conduct an annual simulation exercise relating to a food-related emergency or disruption in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). Among other things, the exercise must (1) involve a realistic and plausible scenario that simulates a food-related emergency or disruption that affects multiple sectors and jurisdictions, and (2) incorporate input from experts and stakeholders from various disciplines and sectors (e.g., agriculture, public health, emergency management, transportation, and energy). USDA, in consultation with DHS, HHS, and ODNI, must submit a report to Congress on each simulation exercise, including recommendations to enhance the cybersecurity and resilience of the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector.

GRAIN DRY Act

Growing Rural Agricultural Infrastructure Needs to Deliver Rising Yields Act or the GRAIN DRY Act This bill specifies that funds provided under the Farm Storage Facility Loan Program may be used to construct or upgrade storage facilities for propane that is primarily used for agricultural production. This Department of Agriculture loan program provides low-interest financing for agricultural producers to build or upgrade commodity storage facilities. Some agricultural producers use propane to power agricultural operations (e.g., grain dryers, irrigation engines, and barn heating).

Farm Credit Administration Independent Authority Act

This bill would make the Farm Credit Administration, which oversees lending to farmers and rural businesses, more independent from direct government control. The change would likely give the agency more freedom to set its own policies and operations without as much oversight from Congress or the executive branch, similar to how some other financial regulators operate. Farmers and rural lenders who depend on Farm Credit System loans could see changes in how the agency manages credit availability and lending standards.