Ruben Gallego

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that high net-worth individuals cannot avoid paying taxes on their income and assets.

The proposal would change tax rules to prevent wealthy individuals from using legal strategies to reduce or eliminate their tax payments on income and investments. It aims to ensure that people with high net worth pay a minimum amount in taxes by closing loopholes they currently use. The bill would primarily affect rich Americans and could increase federal tax revenue.

Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2026

The Department of the Interior would be allowed to recover costs it spends managing geothermal energy projects on federal lands by collecting fees from companies that develop and profit from geothermal resources. This change would shift some of the financial burden of overseeing these projects from taxpayers to the private companies actually using the geothermal steam and hot water to generate power.

Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act

The government would offer tax breaks to companies that manufacture printed circuit boards in the United States, making it cheaper for them to produce these electronic components domestically rather than overseas. Printed circuit boards are essential parts found in computers, smartphones, and countless other electronic devices, so this incentive aims to boost American manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign production. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Finance Committee.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-02: Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer".

Congress is voting to reject a decision by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw its guidance on deceptive marketing practices related to money transfer services, which would restore protections that prevent companies from misleading customers about how fast or cheap it is to send money internationally or domestically. If approved, this would keep the consumer protection rules in place and prevent the agency from abandoning oversight of misleading advertising in the money transfer industry. The resolution targets workers and immigrants who frequently send money to family members and rely on accurate information about transfer speeds and costs.

NOPE Act of 2026

The bill would require Congress to review and approve certain decisions made by the President regarding sanctions against Russia, giving lawmakers more oversight over how these economic penalties are enforced or changed. Currently, the President has significant power to modify or lift sanctions without extensive congressional input, but this measure would shift some of that authority to require legislative approval. This affects how the U.S. government manages its relationship with Russia through economic pressure and trade restrictions.

A bill to provide a premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security of 10 percent of the pay the employees should have received during the shutdown.

Federal employees at the Department of Homeland Security who worked without pay during a government shutdown would receive a bonus equal to 10 percent of the wages they missed during that period. This would compensate workers for continuing to perform their jobs—like border patrol, airport security, and other essential functions—without receiving paychecks while the agency was shut down. The bill is currently under review by the Senate committee responsible for homeland security matters.

A bill to address the ineligibility of Ashli Babbitt for military funeral honors.

This bill would allow Ashli Babbitt, a former Air Force veteran, to receive military funeral honors despite her ineligibility under current rules. Military funeral honors are ceremonial services provided to eligible veterans at their funerals, and this legislation would change the eligibility requirements to include her. The bill addresses a specific case involving a veteran whose conduct led to her being barred from these honors under existing military regulations.

Water Security and Drought Resilience Act

This bill aims to help communities prepare for and manage water shortages by funding projects that improve water storage, conservation, and distribution systems across the country. It would likely provide money and support for things like fixing aging water infrastructure, building new reservoirs, and helping farmers and cities use water more efficiently during droughts. The changes would affect water utilities, agricultural regions, and communities in areas prone to water scarcity.

PEARL Act

Providing Emotional Assistance with Relief and Love Act or the PEARL Act This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish a pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as support dogs for CBP’s Support Canine Program. Support dogs are used for grief assistance, trauma mitigation, and morale.

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the law enforcement agents and other personnel of the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security, who have been temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations, should be returned to their primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran.

The Senate is expressing its view that federal law enforcement agents from the Justice Department and Homeland Security who have been temporarily assigned to immigration enforcement should be reassigned to their regular duties if the United States enters into active military conflict with Iran. The resolution suggests that during wartime or heightened hostility, these agencies should prioritize national security and defense operations over immigration enforcement activities.

Innovative Therapies Centers of Excellence Act

The bill would establish special research centers focused on developing and testing new medical treatments for veterans, particularly those dealing with service-related injuries and conditions. These centers would bring together doctors, researchers, and military medical experts to work on innovative therapies that could improve care for veterans across the country. The program aims to speed up the discovery and use of cutting-edge treatments that might not otherwise be available to veterans through standard medical care.

Holiday Pay Act

The bill would likely require employers to provide paid time off or additional compensation to workers on federal holidays, ensuring that employees don't lose pay when businesses close for holidays like Thanksgiving or Christmas. This would affect millions of private-sector workers who currently may not receive holiday pay, particularly in industries like retail and food service where holiday work is common. The measure aims to give workers financial protection during times when many businesses shut down for national celebrations.

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act This bill directs the Department of the Interior, after receiving a request from La Paz County, Arizona, to convey approximately 3,400 acres of identified land managed by the Bureau of Land Management to the county for fair market value. Interior must exclude from the conveyance any federal land that contains significant cultural, environmental, wildlife, or recreational resources. As a condition of the conveyance, La Paz County and any subsequent owner must make good faith efforts to avoid disturbing tribal artifacts; minimize impacts on tribal artifacts if they are disturbed; coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes Tribal Historic Preservation Office to identify artifacts of cultural and historic significance; and allow tribal representatives to rebury unearthed artifacts at, or near, where they were discovered. The federal land is withdrawn from the operation of U.S. mining and mineral leasing laws.

Enhancing Multi-Class Share Disclosures Act

This bill would require companies with multiple classes of stock to provide clearer and more detailed information to investors about the different voting rights and economic benefits attached to each class of shares. The goal is to help individual investors better understand what they're buying when they purchase company stock and how their voting power compares to other shareholders. This affects publicly traded companies and the millions of Americans who invest in stocks through retirement accounts and brokerage firms.

North Rim and Kaibab National Forest Restoration Act of 2026

This bill would authorize restoration and management projects on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and the Kaibab National Forest in Arizona, likely including activities like forest thinning, wildfire prevention, and habitat improvement. The legislation would affect outdoor recreation, local communities that depend on forest resources, and conservation groups interested in protecting the area's ecosystems. It would provide funding and legal authority for federal agencies to carry out these restoration work.

Give America a Raise Act

This bill would increase the federal minimum wage, which is the lowest hourly rate employers are legally allowed to pay workers, making it apply to more jobs across the country. The change would directly affect millions of low-wage workers by boosting their paychecks, though it could also increase costs for businesses and potentially affect hiring decisions. The bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process and has been sent to a Senate committee for review.

SCAM Act

The SCAM Act aims to protect consumers from fraudulent schemes and deceptive business practices by giving federal agencies stronger tools to investigate and punish scammers. The bill likely increases penalties for fraud, improves coordination between law enforcement agencies, and may require companies to implement better safeguards against scams. This would affect consumers, businesses, and law enforcement agencies working to combat fraud.

Strong Start Act

The Strong Start Act would likely modify tax policies to support early childhood education or workforce development programs, though the specific details aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its focus on taxation, the bill probably aims to provide tax incentives or funding mechanisms that help families, educators, or organizations involved in early education and training. The measure is currently under review by the Senate Finance Committee.

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to study wildfire mitigation across land ownership boundaries and make recommendations to simplify cross-boundary wildfire mitigation between federal land management agencies and state, local, and Indian tribal governments.

One Fair Price Act of 2025

The bill would require companies to charge the same price for the same product regardless of where or how customers buy it, preventing businesses from charging different prices online versus in stores or to different customer groups. This would affect retailers, e-commerce companies, and manufacturers by limiting their ability to use dynamic pricing strategies or offer exclusive deals to certain buyers. The goal appears to be ensuring price transparency and fairness for consumers across different shopping channels.

Tax Cut for Striking Workers Act of 2025

No Tax on Large Party Tips Act

No Tax on Large Party Tips Act This bill expands the federal tax deduction for qualified tip income to include tips that are automatically added to a customer's bill and tips that are suggested tips prompted by a business by treating such tips as voluntarily paid. As background, for 2025 through 2028, individuals may claim a tax deduction of up to $25,000 per year for qualified tips received in occupations that customarily and regularly receive tips. However, one of the conditions for claiming the tax credit is that the tips must be voluntary, determined by the customer, and nonnegotiable.

Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025

Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025 This bill generally requires businesses to make U.S.-based, human customer service agents available to consumers and makes certain businesses ineligible for federal loans or grants if they relocate a call center overseas or contract for overseas call center work. Generally, at the beginning of a customer service communication, agents must disclose their location and, if the agent is outside of the United States, that the consumer may request immediate transfer to a U.S.-based agent. Businesses that use artificial intelligence (AI) for customer service communications must also disclose that a nonhuman AI or machine is being used and that the consumer may request immediate transfer to a U.S.-based, human agent. Separately, the Department of Labor must maintain a list of businesses that operate call centers of a specified size and that either relocate a call center out of the United States or contract call center work overseas. Businesses must generally remain on the list for up to five years, but Labor must remove a business from the list if the business meets certain requirements. Businesses on the list are generally ineligible for federal grants or federally guaranteed loans for a specified period. Businesses with existing federal grants or loans that are added to the list must pay a monthly penalty and are ineligible for further disbursement while they remain on the list. If such a business remains on the list after one year, the grant or loan must be cancelled.

First Responders Emergency Assistance Act

This bill would likely provide emergency assistance or special immigration benefits to first responders—such as police officers, firefighters, and paramedics—who are injured or killed in the line of duty, or to their families. The measure appears designed to help first responders and their dependents navigate immigration processes or receive support during emergencies, though the specific assistance being offered would depend on the bill's detailed provisions.

Wildfire Coordination Act

This bill would improve how federal agencies coordinate with each other and share information when responding to wildfires, likely by establishing better communication systems and data-sharing protocols between the Forest Service, Department of Interior, and other agencies involved in fire management. The changes would help firefighters, emergency responders, and affected communities get faster and more accurate information during wildfires. It focuses on using technology and science to make the wildfire response system work more efficiently across different government agencies.

Housing Affordability Act

Housing Affordability Act This bill increases the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA's) multifamily housing loan limits for mortgage insurance and requires the use of a more specific inflation index for these limits. Specifically, the bill increases the loan limits to qualify for FHA mortgage insurance for rental housing, cooperative housing, rehabilitation and neighborhood conservation housing, housing for moderate income and displaced families, housing for elderly persons, and condominiums, and it requires these limits to be indexed to the Price Deflator Index of Multifamily Residential Units Under Construction released by the Bureau of the Census. Currently, these limits are indexed to the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers.