Gary J. Palmer

ZOMBIE Act

The legislation would require federal agencies to identify and eliminate outdated or inactive programs and regulations that are no longer serving their intended purpose, helping reduce government waste and streamline operations. By forcing agencies to regularly review and justify why they're keeping old programs, the bill aims to make government more efficient and save taxpayer money. The changes would affect how federal agencies manage their budgets and operations across all departments.

Air Permitting Improvements to Protect National Security Act of 2025

This bill would streamline the air pollution permitting process for projects deemed important to national security, allowing the federal government to approve certain industrial facilities and infrastructure more quickly while still maintaining environmental protections. The changes would primarily affect companies building defense-related manufacturing plants, energy infrastructure, and other facilities that officials consider critical to national security, potentially reducing the time and regulatory requirements for these projects compared to standard environmental reviews.

Lulu’s Law

Lulu’s Law This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order explicitly permitting the transmission of wireless emergency alerts to mobile phones in the event of a shark attack. (Under current regulations, authorized government authorities are permitted to send wireless emergency alerts regarding public safety emergencies, including severe weather, missing children, and other threats to life or property.)

Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2026

This bill would create a public database where people can search for settlement agreements that the federal government has made with individuals or organizations, making these deals more transparent and accessible to the public. Currently, many government settlements are scattered across different agencies or kept private, so this database would centralize that information in one searchable place. The bill affects federal agencies, taxpayers who want to know how government money is being spent, and anyone interested in government accountability.

Standard FEES Act

The bill would standardize how federal agencies set and collect fees for scientific and technology services, likely aiming to make pricing more consistent and transparent across government programs that provide permits, licenses, or technical services to businesses and researchers. This could affect companies and scientists who need federal approval or access to government resources in areas like telecommunications, environmental monitoring, or technology development. The goal appears to be reducing confusion caused by different agencies charging different amounts for similar services.

To extend the authority to carry out the Defense Production Act of 1950.

This bill would extend the federal government's power to use the Defense Production Act, a law that lets the president direct private companies to prioritize making goods needed for national defense or emergencies. The extension would keep this authority active beyond its current expiration date, allowing the government to require factories and businesses to produce critical supplies like military equipment, medical devices, or other essential materials during crises. This affects manufacturers and businesses that could be called upon to shift their production to meet urgent national needs.

761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the nation's highest civilian honors, to the 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their military service and contributions to American history. The 761st Tank Battalion was a segregated African American unit that served with distinction during World War II, breaking racial barriers in the military. The medal would commemorate their bravery and the historical significance of their service during a time of racial discrimination.