John J. McGuire III

FAFO Act

The proposal would expand the federal definition of domestic terrorism to include acts that damage property, not just those that harm or kill people. Currently, federal law focuses on violence against individuals when defining domestic terrorism, but this change would allow property destruction to be prosecuted under domestic terrorism charges if it's intended to intimidate or coerce civilians or influence government policy. This could affect how law enforcement investigates and prosecutes incidents involving property damage during protests or other activities.

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act of 2025

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act This bill establishes a commission in the executive branch to advise on certain criminal and immigration matters in the District of Columbia (DC). It also establishes a federal program to ensure that commonly visited areas in DC are cleaned and maintained. (On March 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful , which established a similar task force and program.) First, the bill establishes a commission made up of representatives from the U.S. Attorneys' Offices for DC, Maryland, and Virginia; specified federal agencies; and other designated federal entities. The commission must recommend actions to, among other tasks, address enforcement of federal immigration law in DC, facilitate the provision of federal resources to reduce crime, and assist with recruitment and retention of DC's Metropolitan Police Department officers. Next, the bill directs the Department of the Interior to establish a program to coordinate and maintain the cleanliness of commonly visited areas in DC, including monuments, parks, and roads. The program must also restore damaged or removed federal public monuments and similar properties. The bill's provisions terminate on January 2, 2029.

Shall Not Be Infringed Act of 2026

Based on the title and subject matter, this bill likely aims to protect or expand gun ownership rights by limiting restrictions on firearms. The legislation would probably prevent federal, state, or local governments from passing certain gun control measures that supporters view as infringing on Second Amendment rights. It would affect gun owners, law enforcement agencies, and potentially gun manufacturers across the country.

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act This bill directs the Department of the Interior to issue a right-of-way through the Blue Ridge Parkway for an additional emergency exit from Wintergreen in Nelson County, Virginia, once certain requirements have been met. Specifically, Interior must grant the right-of-way if it reports to specified congressional committees that the following have been completed: (1) an evaluation of alternatives to the right-of-way for exiting Wintergreen that do not cross federal land, including an evaluation of whether existing trails can be converted to roads; (2) an analysis of expected fire ecology behavior in the event of a fire emergency with respect to the right-of-way; and (3) any required reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the National Historic Preservation Act.

Honoring Sweet Briar College on the 125th anniversary of its founding.

This resolution recognizes Sweet Briar College's 125 years of operation and contributions to higher education. The measure is a ceremonial honor that acknowledges the college's history and significance, though it does not create new laws or funding.

Riley Gaines Act

The bill would restrict transgender athletes' participation in school sports by requiring students to compete on sports teams that match their sex assigned at birth rather than their gender identity. It would affect high school and college athletic programs that receive federal funding, potentially changing how schools organize their sports teams and eligibility rules. The legislation aims to address concerns about fairness in women's sports competitions.

Home Savings Act

This bill would likely create or expand tax-advantaged savings accounts that allow people to set aside money for home purchases with reduced tax burdens. The proposal would help first-time homebuyers and others save for down payments or home-related expenses by offering tax breaks on contributions or earnings in these dedicated accounts. The specific details of which savings vehicles would be created or modified would depend on the bill's full text.

American Dream Act

The proposal would modify tax rules to allow certain immigrants without legal status to obtain Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers and claim tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit, potentially increasing their tax refunds. This would affect millions of undocumented workers and their families by letting them benefit from tax breaks currently available only to citizens and legal residents. The measure aims to recognize workers' contributions to the economy while generating additional tax revenue for the government.

Border Wall Status Act

The proposal would require the federal government to provide regular public reports on the status, construction progress, and costs of border wall projects. These updates would give Congress and the public clearer information about how much money has been spent, what sections have been completed, and what remains to be done along the U.S. border.

VA Data Transparency and Trust Act

This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to be more transparent about how it collects, uses, and shares veterans' personal data, likely including rules about what information can be disclosed to outside organizations and how veterans can access their own records. The measure aims to give veterans more control over their information and help them understand what data the VA holds about them. Veterans and veterans' advocacy groups would be the primary beneficiaries of these transparency and privacy protections.