The DEPORT Act of 2026 proposes changes to U.S. immigration law regarding terrorism-related offenses. It would require all naturalization applicants to attest under oath that they have not committed, have charges pending for, or intend to commit specific terrorism-related crimes. The bill also establishes new procedures for denaturalizing U.S. citizens, allowing convictions or credible evidence of these offenses to be used as grounds for revoking citizenship, with certain presumptions of illegal procurement. Furthermore, it would make individuals convicted of such offenses inadmissible to the U.S., deportable if denaturalized, ineligible for most immigration benefits, and permanently barred from future admission. These provisions directly affect naturalization applicants, naturalized citizens, and aliens seeking admission or other immigration benefits.
The YouthBuild for the Future Act aims to strengthen and expand the existing YouthBuild program, which provides education and job training to young people. The bill increases authorized funding for the program and creates a new grant program to foster partnerships between YouthBuild programs and employers, aiming to develop more employment opportunities for participants. It reserves a portion of increased funds for rural areas and programs serving Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities. Furthermore, the bill expands the types of supportive services YouthBuild programs can offer, including meals and assistance with applying for federal and state benefit programs.
This bill, the Rehabilitation Through Reading Act of 2026, establishes new procedures for managing book availability in federal prisons, directly affecting incarcerated individuals and the Bureau of Prisons. It mandates the creation of a Publication Review Committee, comprising members such as an incarcerated individual and a First Amendment expert, to approve or disapprove books. The Director of the Bureau of Prisons must submit requests to this committee to prohibit a book, and the committee cannot ban books based on disfavored viewpoints or content. Incarcerated individuals can appeal book prohibitions, with books remaining available during the appeal process. The bill also requires annual reports to Congress detailing all prohibited books and the outcomes of appeals.
The Great American Healthcare Plan is a comprehensive bill that modifies tax rules for Health Savings Accounts, expands access to health insurance through new marketplace pools, and strengthens price transparency for hospitals and medical providers. It allows individuals to use HSAs for wellness expenses like healthy food and gym memberships, lets parents and children access each other's HSA funds, and requires hospitals to publicly list their standard charges and negotiated rates. The legislation also mandates that administrative service providers share detailed pricing data with health plans and creates a mechanism for pharmacists and nurses to dispense certain low-risk prescription drugs under expanded access.
HR 6001, the Veterans with ALS Reporting Act, requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report to Congress on ALS incidence and care for veterans. Within one year of enactment, the VA must submit a report assessing ALS rates among veterans, describing current support services, identifying gaps in care, and proposing strategies for risk reduction and clinical trial access. The VA must also track ALS prevalence using the CDC’s registry and submit updated reports every three years. This bill focuses on gathering data to inform future policy, directly affecting veterans with ALS and VA/CDC operations.
This bill, titled the "Preparing Superfund for Climate Change Act of 2026," amends the federal Superfund law, which governs the cleanup of hazardous waste sites. It requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to consider the potential threats from local natural disasters and extreme weather, including how climate change might exacerbate them, when selecting cleanup plans for hazardous waste sites. Additionally, the bill mandates that during the required five-year reviews of ongoing cleanups, the EPA must assess whether the chosen cleanup actions remain protective, taking these same climate-related hazards into account. This aims to ensure that Superfund cleanups are designed and maintained to withstand projected climate change impacts, affecting communities near these sites and the EPA's cleanup processes.
The Supporting VA Families Act grants unpaid parental leave to Department of Veterans Affairs employees. This provision allows employees to take four weeks of unpaid leave within a 12-month period for the birth of a child or for adoption and foster care placements. The leave is designed to supplement existing leave policies rather than replace them, ensuring employees can balance family needs with their work responsibilities. The act defines eligible employees and children according to existing federal definitions found in Title 5 of the United States Code.
The ALERT Act (HR 7613) requires the Federal Aviation Administration to improve aviation safety through several key measures. It mandates the evaluation and potential implementation of enhanced collision avoidance systems (ACAS-Xa) for commercial aircraft and ACAS-Xr for rotorcraft, with specific deadlines for rulemaking and installation. The bill establishes committees to develop recommendations for safety technology requirements, requires safety risk assessments for air traffic controllers, and addresses operational procedures at high-traffic airports like Ronald Reagan Washington National. These provisions affect air carriers, air traffic controllers, rotorcraft operators, and Department of Defense aircraft operations. The act aims to enhance situational awareness and reduce midair collision risks through technology upgrades and improved safety protocols.
This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as Parkinson's Awareness Month to raise public awareness about the condition. It directly affects individuals living with Parkinson's disease, their caregivers, and organizations working to improve care and research. The bill does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the disease's impact and encourage continued research and community support. It recognizes the millions of people affected and acknowledges the importance of clinical trials and quality-of-life improvements for patients and their families.
This bill establishes a 17-member Commission on Presidential Capacity to Discharge the Powers and Duties of the Office. This commission, composed primarily of medical professionals and former high-ranking executive officials, would be activated by a concurrent resolution of Congress. Its duty would be to conduct a medical examination of the President to determine if they are mentally or physically unable to discharge the powers and duties of the office due to conditions such as illness, disability, or substance use. Following the examination, the commission would report its findings and a declaration on the President's capacity to Congress and the Vice President, with any refusal by the President to undergo examination taken into consideration.
The Strategic Assets Protection Act requires the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review all completed transactions involving real estate, businesses, critical infrastructure, or assets related to U.S. nuclear facilities that occurred on or after January 1, 2017. This review must assess whether these transactions pose national security risks and determine if mitigation measures or further action are needed. The Treasury Secretary must submit a classified report with findings and recommendations to congressional committees within 180 days of the bill's enactment, along with an unclassified summary when possible. The law directly affects foreign investment transactions involving sensitive nuclear infrastructure and related facilities.
The Water Access and Affordability Act establishes a federal program, administered by the EPA, to provide financial assistance to low-income households for their drinking water and sanitary sewer bills. States, large water systems, or Indian Tribes can receive grants to implement these programs, offering aid for bill payments, debt relief, and water efficiency improvements. The bill includes provisions to simplify enrollment, such as automatic enrollment and self-attestation, and prohibits service disconnections for participating households. Additionally, it revises federal State Revolving Loan Fund programs for water infrastructure, requiring states to increase transparency, public engagement, and prioritize assistance for disadvantaged communities. This includes public review of funding plans, reporting on the socioeconomic impact of projects, and expediting aid to communities with affordability challenges.
