Adam B. Schiff

A bill to amend the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 to reauthorize the specialty crop research initiative and establish a specialty crop mechanization and automation research and development program, and for other purposes.

The bill would extend funding for research programs that help farmers grow fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops more efficiently, and would create a new program focused on developing machines and automated technology to harvest and process these crops. These changes would support agricultural researchers, farmers who grow specialty crops, and equipment manufacturers working to modernize farming practices. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Agriculture Committee.

A bill to amend the Agricultural Trade Act of 1978 to expand agricultural market access, and for other purposes.

The bill would modify existing agricultural trade laws to help American farmers and food producers access more international markets for their products. It aims to remove trade barriers and expand opportunities for U.S. agricultural exports, which could increase sales and income for farmers and rural communities. The measure is currently under review by the Senate Agriculture Committee.

A bill to amend the Plant Protection Act to improve plant pest and disease preparedness for specialty crops.

The legislation would strengthen the government's ability to prevent and respond to plant pests and diseases that threaten specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It would give federal agriculture officials better tools and resources to detect outbreaks early, coordinate responses across states, and help farmers protect their harvests from destructive pests and diseases. Specialty crop farmers and consumers who depend on these products would benefit from improved disease prevention and food security.

A bill to provide appropriations to the Secretary of Agriculture to make payments to producers of specialty crops.

The federal government would allocate money to the Department of Agriculture to pay farmers who grow specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and nuts. These payments would help support producers of crops that are more perishable and market-sensitive than major commodities like corn and wheat. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Agriculture Committee.

A bill to amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act to increase access to Federal crop insurance for specialty crops.

The bill would make it easier for farmers who grow specialty crops—like fruits, vegetables, and nuts—to get federal crop insurance to protect against losses from bad weather or other disasters. Currently, specialty crop farmers have fewer insurance options compared to farmers growing major crops like corn and soybeans, so this change would help level the playing field and give these farmers better protection for their harvests.

A bill to amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 to provide permanent disaster assistance for specialty crops, and for other purposes.

The bill would create a permanent system to help specialty crop farmers (like fruit, vegetable, and nut growers) recover from natural disasters such as droughts, floods, and freezes, rather than requiring Congress to approve emergency aid each time a disaster occurs. This would give farmers more reliable financial support when weather or other natural events damage their crops, similar to disaster programs that already exist for major crops like corn and wheat.

A bill to provide for limitations on judgements, awards, and compromise settlements under section 1304 of title 31, United States Code.

The federal government currently pays out settlements and judgments when it loses lawsuits, and this bill would set new limits on how much money can be awarded in these cases. The changes would affect anyone suing the federal government for damages, potentially reducing the compensation they could receive if they win their case. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

A bill to provide for limitations on judgments, awards, and compromise settlements under section 1304 of title 31, United States Code.

The federal government currently pays out judgments and settlements when it loses lawsuits, but this bill would cap how much money can be paid out in any single case. The limits would apply to court judgments, arbitration awards, and negotiated settlements involving federal agencies, potentially reducing the amount of compensation that individuals or organizations can receive when they successfully sue the government.

Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2026

The bill would create a test program to study and control golden mussels, an invasive species that damages water infrastructure like pipes and dams by attaching to them and clogging water systems. The program would help states and water utilities develop better methods to prevent golden mussels from spreading to new waterways and to remove them from areas where they've already established themselves. This affects water companies, farmers who rely on irrigation systems, and communities that depend on clean water supplies.

Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act of 2026

The proposal would create a test program to help schools prepare meals from basic ingredients rather than relying on pre-made foods, with the goal of improving nutrition and teaching cooking skills to students. Schools participating in the pilot would receive support and resources to implement scratch cooking in their cafeterias. This would affect school lunch programs, students, cafeteria workers, and potentially local food suppliers.

PETSAFE Act

The federal government would be required to include plans for protecting and caring for pets and service animals during disasters and emergencies, similar to how it plans for human evacuees. This would affect disaster relief agencies, pet owners, and animal shelters by establishing standards for how companion animals are handled during evacuations and emergency response operations. The changes update existing disaster relief laws to recognize that families often won't evacuate without their pets, and that service animals need special consideration during crises.

Energy Cost Fairness and Reliability Act of 2026

The bill would require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to create new rules making it easier and faster for large industrial facilities and data centers to connect to the nation's electrical grid. This would affect companies that use significant amounts of electricity and want to build new operations or expand existing ones by streamlining the approval process for grid connections. The change aims to reduce delays and uncertainty for businesses planning major energy-intensive projects.

LINK Act

The federal government would require the Agriculture and Interior departments to make their computer systems and cybersecurity protections work together seamlessly, so the two agencies can share information and protect themselves against hacking more effectively. This affects millions of Americans who depend on these departments' services, from farmers receiving agricultural support to people using public lands and natural resources. The bill aims to close gaps where outdated or incompatible systems might leave sensitive government data vulnerable to cyber attacks.

A resolution commending and congratulating the University of California, Los Angeles Bruins women's basketball team for winning the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Women's Basketball National Championship.

Congress is formally recognizing and congratulating the UCLA Bruins women's basketball team for winning the 2026 NCAA Division I national championship. This resolution honors the players, coaches, and staff for their athletic achievement and represents an official acknowledgment of their accomplishment by the federal government. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate without any changes.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

LIFT AI Act

Schools would receive support and resources to teach students about artificial intelligence, including how AI works, its real-world applications, and its potential impacts on society and jobs. The bill aims to help elementary and secondary school students develop basic AI literacy skills so they understand this increasingly important technology. Teachers and school districts would gain access to curriculum materials and training to make AI education more accessible across different communities.

A bill to require a report on the use of artificial intelligence with respect to access to unminimized information collected pursuant to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.

The government would be required to report on how it uses artificial intelligence to search through and analyze sensitive intelligence information collected under foreign surveillance laws. This affects national security agencies and oversight committees that need to understand whether AI tools are being used appropriately when accessing classified materials gathered on foreign targets. The report would help Congress and the public understand the scope and safeguards around AI use in intelligence operations.

Pets Belong with Families Act

The legislation would prevent landlords from charging extra fees or deposits specifically for pets, and would require that pet policies be applied fairly and consistently across all tenants. This would help renters, especially low-income families, afford to keep their pets while living in rental housing by limiting the financial barriers landlords can impose on pet owners.

Rehabilitation Through Reading Act of 2026

The federal government would have to use an independent review process before removing books from prison libraries, rather than allowing individual prison officials to make those decisions alone. This would give inmates and outside reviewers a chance to challenge book bans and ensure decisions are made fairly and consistently across all federal prisons. The change aims to protect access to reading materials while still allowing prisons to maintain security and order.

Prison Libraries Act of 2026

The federal government would provide money to help prisons set up or improve their libraries so inmates have access to books, legal resources, and educational materials. This funding would support states and local prison systems in building collections and hiring librarians to help incarcerated people with legal research, education, and rehabilitation while serving their sentences.

Preparing Superfund for Climate Change Act of 2026

This bill would require the federal government to update how it manages and cleans up heavily polluted sites (known as Superfund sites) to account for climate change impacts like flooding, extreme weather, and rising sea levels. The changes would help ensure that cleanup efforts and long-term protections at these contaminated locations remain effective as climate conditions shift, protecting nearby communities and workers from exposure to hazardous materials during environmental disasters.

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 "Application of Regulation Z's Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest".

Congress is considering blocking a decision by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw a rule that protected people who inherit mortgages or take over loan obligations from having to meet strict ability-to-repay requirements. If approved, this would force the agency to keep the protections in place for successors-in-interest on mortgages. The measure affects borrowers who inherit property with existing loans and the lenders who work with them.

Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act

This bill would classify prediction markets—platforms where people bet money on the outcomes of future events like elections, sports games, or weather—as gambling rather than allowing them to operate under different regulatory frameworks. The change would subject these markets to gambling laws and regulations, potentially restricting who can participate and how they operate. This would affect both the companies running prediction markets and the millions of people who currently use them to place bets on various outcomes.

Corruption Clawback Act

This bill would allow the government to recover money or benefits that were improperly given to federal officials or contractors through corrupt dealings, even after those officials have left office or contracts have ended. It aims to prevent corruption by making sure that people who obtained government funds or positions through illegal means can be forced to return what they gained. The measure would affect federal employees, contractors, and anyone else who receives government money or benefits.

DEATH BETS Act

This bill would regulate or restrict the practice of betting on people's deaths, which involves financial contracts where investors profit when someone dies. The legislation aims to address concerns about these "death bets" in the financial markets by establishing rules around who can place such bets and under what conditions, potentially protecting individuals from having strangers financially benefit from their deaths. The bill affects insurance companies, financial firms, and investors who currently participate in these types of contracts.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

Stop Post-Disaster Vultures Act

This bill would prevent contractors and companies from charging excessive prices for emergency supplies and repair services in the aftermath of natural disasters and other emergencies. It aims to protect disaster victims and communities from price gouging by establishing penalties for businesses that dramatically raise prices on essential goods and services when people are most vulnerable and desperate. The legislation would give federal emergency management authorities tools to monitor and enforce fair pricing during disaster recovery periods.

SCOPE Act of 2026

Based on the title and environmental protection focus, this bill likely aims to expand or clarify the scope of environmental regulations and protections, though the specific details are not yet clear from its early stage in Congress. The bill has just been introduced and referred to the relevant committee for review, so its exact provisions—whether addressing air quality, water protection, land use, or other environmental concerns—will be determined as it moves through the legislative process. Workers, businesses, and communities affected by environmental regulations would be the primary stakeholders watching how this legislation develops.

Financial Disclosure Modernization Act

This bill would update the financial disclosure rules that federal officials must follow, likely making it easier for them to file their required paperwork and potentially changing what information they have to report about their finances and investments. The changes would affect members of Congress, federal judges, and other government employees who currently have to disclose their financial holdings to prevent conflicts of interest. The bill is still in the early stages and has been sent to a Senate committee for review.

CLEAR Act

Without access to the specific text of this CLEAR Act bill, I cannot provide an accurate summary of what it would do. The title "CLEAR Act" is too vague on its own, and the subject line "Commerce" is broad enough to cover many different types of legislation. To write a factual summary, I would need to know the bill's specific provisions—for example, whether it addresses consumer protection, business regulations, trade, or another commerce-related area.

Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act

The bill would authorize the federal government to study whether a new scenic hiking trail connecting ridges around the San Francisco Bay Area is feasible to build and maintain. The study would examine the route, costs, environmental impacts, and local support needed to create this trail system that would benefit hikers and outdoor enthusiasts in the region. If approved, this would be a first step toward potentially establishing the trail, though the study itself would not commit the government to actually building it.

A resolution observing the 1-year anniversary of the 2025 Southern California wildfires.

This resolution marks the one-year anniversary of the 2025 Southern California wildfires by officially recognizing the event in Congress. The measure honors those affected by the fires, including residents who lost homes and property, firefighters and first responders who battled the blazes, and communities that worked together to recover. The Senate passed it unanimously, making it a formal statement of remembrance and acknowledgment of the disaster's impact.

Producing Real Opportunities for Technology and Entrepreneurs Investing in Nutrition Act

This bill would likely create new programs or funding to support entrepreneurs and technology companies working on nutrition and food-related innovations, with the goal of improving how Americans access and understand healthy food options. The legislation would probably affect startup founders, agricultural businesses, and food companies developing new nutrition technologies or solutions. By encouraging investment in this area, the bill aims to address nutrition challenges while supporting economic growth in the food and agriculture sector.

Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act

This bill would protect a large area of land around the Los Angeles area known as the Rim of the Valley from development by designating it as a national monument or protected corridor. The protection would preserve open space, wildlife habitat, and recreational areas for the public while limiting where companies and developers can build. Local communities, hikers, and wildlife would benefit from keeping the land undeveloped, though some property owners and developers might face restrictions on how they can use their land.

Temporary Immigration Judge Integrity Act

This bill would establish temporary measures to address concerns about the integrity and conduct of immigration judges who hear cases involving asylum seekers, deportations, and other immigration matters. The legislation likely aims to improve oversight, accountability, or ethical standards for these judges, who make decisions that directly affect immigrants' legal status and ability to stay in the United States. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Healthy Lungs for Heroes Act of 2025

This bill would protect workers, particularly veterans and first responders, from lung damage caused by exposure to harmful substances like burn pits, asbestos, and other occupational hazards. It likely aims to improve workplace safety standards, expand health monitoring programs, or increase compensation and medical benefits for people whose lungs have been damaged by their jobs. The bill focuses on ensuring these workers receive proper healthcare and support for respiratory illnesses related to their service or employment.

No Torts for Trump Act

This bill would prevent lawsuits against former President Trump related to actions he took while in office, shielding him from civil legal claims that arise from his presidential conduct. The measure would affect anyone who might otherwise sue the former president in court, potentially limiting access to the legal system for people who believe they were harmed by his official decisions or statements.

USS Frank E. Evans Act

USS Frank E. Evans Act This bill requires the Department of Defense to authorize inclusion on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in the District of Columbia of the names of the 74 crew members of the USS Frank E. Evans killed on June 3, 1969.

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the authority of Congress and the States to regulate contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections and to enact public financing systems for political campaigns.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing Congress and the states to (1) regulate and impose reasonable viewpoint-neutral limitations on the raising and spending of money by candidates and others to influence elections; and (2) regulate and enact public campaign financing systems, including those designed to restrict the influence of private wealth by offsetting the raising and spending of money by candidates and others with increased public funding. The amendment grants Congress and the states the power to implement and enforce this amendment by legislation. They are allowed to distinguish between natural persons and corporations or other artificial entities created by law, including by prohibiting such entities from spending money to influence elections.

Protecting Our Democracy Act

This bill likely aims to strengthen election security and voting protections, though the specific measures aren't detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the Homeland Security committee, it probably addresses issues like election administration, voter access, or safeguards against interference in federal elections. The bill would affect voters, election officials, and potentially federal agencies responsible for overseeing elections.

Empowering Striking Workers Act of 2025

This bill would give workers who go on strike access to unemployment benefits while they're not working, treating strike periods similarly to other temporary job losses. It would help striking workers pay their bills during labor disputes without having to find temporary work elsewhere. The change would primarily affect unionized workers and those involved in organized labor actions.

BEACON Act

Without access to the bill's specific text, the BEACON Act appears to address government operations and administration based on its referral to the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. The bill likely aims to improve how federal agencies operate, coordinate, or share information, though the exact changes would depend on its detailed provisions. Once the committee reviews it, they'll determine whether these proposed government reforms should move forward.

Assault Weapons Ban of 2025

This bill would prohibit the manufacture, sale, and importation of certain semi-automatic rifles and shotguns that are classified as assault weapons, along with high-capacity ammunition magazines. The restrictions would apply to gun manufacturers, dealers, and individuals attempting to purchase these firearms, while allowing people who already own them to keep them. The goal is to reduce access to weapons that can fire multiple rounds quickly, which supporters argue would help prevent mass shootings and other gun violence.