James R. Walkinshaw

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10660 Page Avenue in Fairfax, Virginia, as the "Congressman Gerald E. Connolly Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10660 Page Avenue in Fairfax, Virginia, as the "Congressman Gerald E. Connolly Post Office Building".

Federal Facilities Indoor Air Quality Assessment Act

The federal government would be required to thoroughly examine and report on the air quality inside all buildings and facilities it owns or operates, checking for problems like poor ventilation, contamination, and other indoor air issues. This review would help identify which federal buildings need improvements to protect the health and safety of employees, visitors, and anyone else who works or spends time in these spaces. The findings would inform decisions about which facilities need upgrades to meet better air quality standards.

Military Installation Readiness and Resilience Act of 2026

The Department of Defense would be required to regularly collect and track data on how extreme weather and gradual climate changes affect military bases, including the costs of dealing with these impacts. This would help military leaders understand which installations are most vulnerable to weather-related damage and plan budgets accordingly. The information gathered would give Congress and the public better insight into how climate change is affecting the military's operations and infrastructure.

Swatting Registry Best Practices Act

The legislation would create a national registry to help prevent swatting—the dangerous practice of making false emergency calls to send police to someone's home or workplace. By allowing people to register their addresses and contact information, law enforcement could quickly verify whether emergency calls are legitimate, potentially protecting residents from armed police responses based on hoaxes. The bill aims to reduce the harm caused by these fake calls, which can result in injuries, deaths, and traumatic experiences for victims and their families.

Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act

Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act This bill requires the components of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl to collaborate and share relevant information and data with each other. The bill also requires DHS to establish performance metrics related to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl for DHS and its components.

Cybersecurity Logging Enforcement and Accountability Reporting Act

The Department of Homeland Security would be required to study and report on what resources, guidance, and policies it's missing to properly track and log all cybersecurity incidents within the agency. This report would identify gaps that prevent the department from meeting its own cybersecurity record-keeping requirements, helping lawmakers understand what the agency needs to better protect its systems and data. The findings would inform decisions about funding and improvements needed to strengthen DHS cybersecurity practices.

Department of Homeland Security Accountability Act of 2026

The Department of Homeland Security would be required to inform Congress whenever someone in its custody suffers a serious injury or dies, ensuring lawmakers are aware of significant incidents involving detained individuals. This applies to people held by DHS agencies, including immigration detention facilities and border patrol custody. The requirement aims to increase transparency and congressional oversight of how detained individuals are treated.

Federal Workforce Reproductive Rights Protection Act

This bill would require the federal government to ensure that its employees have access to reproductive healthcare services, including coverage and information about family planning options. The legislation aims to protect federal workers' ability to receive these medical services without barriers or restrictions. The bill has been sent to two House committees for review and consideration.

Commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996, and expressing support for Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions.

This resolution commemorates Taiwan’s first direct presidential election, which was held on March 23, 1996, and commends Taiwan for preserving a democratic system. The resolution also expresses commitment to supporting Taiwan's self-defense.

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran. Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134 .)

Complete America’s Great Trails Act

The proposal would let people and businesses reduce their federal income taxes if they donate land or money to protect scenic trails and conservation areas. This tax break would apply to donations that help preserve trails and natural spaces, giving donors a financial incentive to support conservation efforts. The change would mainly affect wealthy individuals and companies that make charitable donations and own land suitable for conservation.

Capitol Police Retirement Reform Act of 2026

Capitol Police officers would have overtime pay counted toward their retirement benefits, meaning officers who work extra hours could receive larger pension payments when they retire. Currently, overtime compensation is excluded from these retirement calculations, so this change would increase retirement income for Capitol Police members who regularly work beyond their standard hours.

Streamline Upgrades for Veterans Act

The bill would prevent the military from reducing the number of staff working at service review agencies that handle discharge appeals, and would require the Defense Department to report on how it considers cases where veterans claim their discharge was unfair due to PTSD or traumatic brain injury. The Veterans Affairs Department would then have to post this report online so the public can see how the military handles these appeals. This affects military personnel and veterans seeking to challenge their discharges based on service-related injuries.

Veteran Technology Employment Success Act

This bill would help veterans transition into technology careers by creating training programs, job placement services, and partnerships between the military and tech companies. Veterans leaving the armed forces would gain access to skills training in high-demand tech fields, making it easier for them to find good-paying jobs in the private sector. The legislation aims to address both the employment challenges veterans face and the tech industry's need for skilled workers.

Postal Supervisors, Managers, and Postmasters Fairness Act of 2026

This bill would change how the U.S. Postal Service handles pay, benefits, and job protections for supervisors, managers, and postmasters who oversee local post offices and mail operations. The legislation aims to address fairness concerns for these mid-level postal employees, likely by adjusting their compensation, work conditions, or job security rules that differ from other postal workers. The changes would affect thousands of postal supervisors and managers across the country who manage day-to-day operations at post offices.

FAIR Act

I don't have enough specific information about this particular FAIR Act to write an accurate summary, as "FAIR Act" could refer to several different bills with different purposes. To provide you with a factual, nonpartisan summary of what this bill would actually do and who it affects, I would need additional details about its specific provisions or policy goals beyond just the title and subject area.

True Shutdown Fairness Act

This bill would establish rules for what happens to federal employees and government operations during a shutdown, likely addressing issues like whether workers get paid, which agencies continue operating, and how long a shutdown can last. The bill has been referred to multiple committees that oversee government spending, federal workforce rules, and military operations, suggesting it would affect federal workers, military personnel, and the public services they provide.

NeighborWorks Accountability Act

This bill would establish new oversight and accountability requirements for NeighborWorks America, a nonprofit organization that receives federal funding to help people buy homes and improve their neighborhoods. The legislation aims to ensure the organization is spending taxpayer money effectively and transparently by imposing stricter reporting and monitoring standards. The bill affects both the organization itself and the communities it serves, as well as federal agencies responsible for overseeing how public funds are used.

FAST Justice Act

The bill would establish faster procedures for the federal government to investigate and prosecute certain crimes, aiming to reduce delays in the justice system. It affects federal agencies, law enforcement officials, and people accused of federal crimes by streamlining how cases move through the courts and government investigations. The proposal is currently being reviewed by congressional committees to determine whether it would actually speed up justice without compromising fairness or due process.

Limit on Sweeping Executive Reorganization Act

This bill would restrict the President's power to reorganize federal agencies and departments without getting approval from Congress first. Currently, presidents can make some changes to how government is structured on their own, but this legislation would require them to get Congress's permission before making major reorganizations. The bill aims to give lawmakers more control over how the executive branch is organized and operates.