The SAFE for Survivors Act of 2026 expands federal protections for individuals affected by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and other forms of gender-based violence. The bill mandates that employers provide victims with up to 40 work days of leave per year, including at least 10 paid days, to address safety needs such as seeking legal help, relocating, or obtaining medical care. It also prohibits insurers from discriminating against victims by denying coverage, raising premiums, or terminating policies based on their status as survivors, while banning the disclosure of their personal information without consent. Additionally, the legislation allows victims to receive unemployment compensation if they leave their jobs due to violence and requires employers to make reasonable workplace accommodations to ensure their safety.
The DONOR Milk Act establishes new federal regulations to improve the safety and oversight of pasteurized donor human milk, which is milk collected from mothers and given to infants other than their own. This legislation requires facilities that produce or store this milk to undergo annual inspections, including unannounced visits, to ensure they meet food safety standards. To support these facilities in complying with the new rules, the bill authorizes an $8 million grant program to help with equipment upgrades and necessary certifications. These changes directly affect nonprofit organizations and food establishments that manufacture, process, pack, or hold donor human milk.
The PERFECT Act of 2026 establishes a regularly updated list of prohibited dietary supplement ingredients and performance-enhancing substances that members of the armed forces are not allowed to use. To help service members avoid accidental violations, the bill requires the Department of Defense to publish this list in an easy-to-search online format and allows commanders to waive discipline for first-time offenders who unknowingly used a supplement containing a prohibited ingredient. Additionally, the legislation mandates that possession of these specific ingredients does not count as drug abuse and requires the Defense Department to update its training programs and website tools to better educate troops and vendors on supplement safety.
The Semiconductor Superiority Act expands the advanced manufacturing investment credit to include semiconductor facilities located in outer space, specifically low-Earth orbit. This provision allows companies to claim tax credits for equipment used in space-based manufacturing, even if some components are not physically located in orbit or are used for transporting crew and supplies. The bill also clarifies that flight control, crew habitation, and repair activities in space count as manufacturing functions for the purpose of this credit. Additionally, the law excludes rockets and launch vehicles from qualifying as eligible property under this new rule. These changes apply only to facilities and equipment placed in service after the act is enacted.
The Bipartisan Transparency for American Taxpayers Act prohibits the use of federal funds to pay claims submitted to the Anti-Weaponization Fund. This fund was established by the Department of Justice on May 18, 2026, and the bill specifically bars any money from being used for these payments. The legislation directly affects the Department of Justice and any individuals or entities seeking reimbursement from this specific fund. By restricting funding sources, the bill aims to prevent taxpayer money from being spent on claims directed to this newly created entity.
The Elder Pride Act of 2026 creates a new grant program under the Older Americans Act to support rural outreach initiatives for older individuals, including those from LGBTQI communities and other protected groups. Authorized funding of $5 million per year for fiscal years 2027 and 2028 will be distributed to states, tribal organizations, and nonprofit agencies that submit applications demonstrating a plan to partner with local communities. Recipients must use these funds to provide sexual health services, reduce social isolation, improve cultural competency among service providers, and expand nondiscrimination policies in areas not designated as urbanized. The bill requires that any federal money received supplement, rather than replace, existing state or local funding for related services.
The Zero Tolerance for Fraudsters Act of 2026 establishes mandatory minimum prison sentences for individuals convicted of specific federal fraud offenses involving large sums of money. This legislation directly affects people charged with crimes such as making false statements to the government, mail fraud, wire fraud, and bank fraud. Under the new rules, anyone convicted of these crimes who involved at least $1 million but less than $5 million would face a minimum of one year in prison, while those involved with $5 million or more would face a minimum of five years. The bill sets these floors only when the existing laws for a specific crime do not already require a longer sentence, ensuring that serious financial fraud results in significant incarceration time.
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of Lower Presidio Historic Park in Monterey, California. The study will evaluate the site's national significance and determine if it should be designated as a new unit within the National Park System. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to explore other preservation options, consult with various stakeholders including local governments and tribes, and provide cost estimates for potential federal management. The findings and recommendations from this study must be reported to Congress within three years of funding becoming available.
The CHARLIE Act modifies federal funding rules for American history and civics education to restrict how grants can be awarded and used. It directly affects schools and organizations receiving these funds by prohibiting the use of money for what the bill defines as "discriminatory equity ideology" or "gender ideology." Additionally, the law prevents the government from giving priority to applicants based on factors such as race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or immigration status. By referencing specific executive orders, the bill establishes clear definitions for these prohibited concepts within the context of K-12 schooling.
This bill, the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026, aims to create more predictable payment adjustments for physicians and other healthcare providers under the Medicare program. It directly affects medical practices and providers who receive reimbursement for services through the physician fee schedule. The legislation increases a threshold for certain budget neutrality calculations from $20 million to $54.3 million in 2027, with automatic increases every five years thereafter. It also requires the government to correct payment estimates when actual service usage differs significantly from projections, mandates regular updates to cost calculations for practice expenses, and limits how much Medicare payment rates can change from year to year to a maximum of 2.5 percent.
HR 4544, the American Access to Banking Act, aims to streamline the approval process for new banks and credit unions (called "de novo regulated institutions") seeking federal oversight. It requires federal banking agencies to simplify application forms, minimize duplicate information requests, assign dedicated caseworkers to guide applicants, and create mentorship programs pairing new applicants with recently approved institutions. The bill also mandates agencies to develop state and stakeholder engagement plans, including regular consultations with state regulators and community-focused institutions like rural banks and minority depository institutions. These changes directly affect new financial institutions navigating federal approval, particularly those serving underserved communities, by reducing bureaucratic hurdles.
This bill would add pharmacist services to Medicare Part B coverage for beneficiaries, specifically covering pharmacist-led testing and treatment for illnesses like flu, COVID-19, or strep throat during public health emergencies. It defines covered services as those performed under state law, often requiring collaboration with a physician, and sets payment at 80% of the lesser of the actual charge or 85% of physician payment rates. Pharmacists would be prohibited from balance billing for these services, ensuring Medicare beneficiaries pay only their standard copayment. The changes would take effect January 1, 2026.
