This bill, titled the Permanent CBDC Ban Act, aims to permanently prohibit the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency. It achieves this by amending the Federal Reserve Act to remove the specific legal authority that allows the Reserve to create such a digital currency. The legislation directly affects the Federal Reserve by stripping away its power to launch a digital version of the dollar. By deleting the relevant subsection of the law, the bill ensures that the Reserve cannot issue a CBDC in the future.
This resolution designates July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day" to honor individuals who report misconduct, fraud, or abuse within the government. It requires federal agencies to inform employees, contractors, and the public about the legal protections available for reporting wrongdoing and to acknowledge the contributions whistleblowers make to saving taxpayer money. The bill does not create new laws or penalties but serves as a commemorative measure to encourage ethical reporting and recognize the role of whistleblowers in maintaining an ethical government.
This Senate resolution condemns the Government of Iran for ongoing human rights abuses, specifically targeting its use of politically motivated espionage claims to justify arbitrary detention and executions. The bill outlines several key provisions, including calls to halt executions based on unsupported security charges and demands for detainees to receive due process and access to independent legal counsel. It also urges the release of individuals imprisoned for peacefully exercising freedoms of expression and religion while supporting the Iranian people's pursuit of democracy. Additionally, the resolution affirms U.S. efforts to hold Iranian officials accountable through sanctions and international investigations for their actions.
The SMART Savings Act of 2026 modifies federal tax rules to allow individuals to use certain retirement accounts for specific transactions without triggering penalties. It achieves this by updating the definition of a "plan" and removing specific prohibited transaction categories that previously restricted how these funds could be used. Additionally, the bill clarifies rules regarding self-dealing and defines "relationship benefits" to include reduced costs or improved services tied to account value. These changes apply to transactions occurring after the law is enacted, aiming to simplify how people manage their retirement savings while maintaining core protections against abuse.
The Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act prohibits the use of federal funds to support research or publications regarding gender transition for individuals under the age of 18. This restriction specifically targets studies that aim to affirm a minor's perception or identity when it differs from their sex assigned at birth, as defined by their reproductive biology and genetics. The bill directly affects federal agencies and institutions that might otherwise receive funding to conduct such observational studies on hormonal treatments or surgical procedures for minors. By limiting financial support, the legislation seeks to prevent government resources from being used for research that challenges the biological definition of sex at birth.
The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 amends the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in education to explicitly define "sex" based on biological characteristics. Specifically, it states that sex refers to an individual's biologically determined status as male or female. The bill further defines "female" as someone with a reproductive system that produces ova and "male" as someone with a reproductive system that produces sperm, regardless of congenital anomalies or accidents. These definitions apply to all education programs receiving federal financial assistance starting on the date the law is enacted.
This bill directs the U.S. government to create a plan and task force to monitor and counter non-military pressure tactics used by China in the Indo-Pacific region. It requires the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive strategy within 180 days that identifies how China uses economic, diplomatic, and informational tools to influence countries like Taiwan and the Philippines without triggering open warfare. To implement this plan, the bill establishes an interagency task force tasked with coordinating efforts, tracking these activities, and reporting annually to Congress on progress and vulnerabilities. The legislation also mandates that the final strategy and annual reports be made public to increase awareness of these coercive actions while allowing for a classified section if necessary.
The Federal Insurance Office Abolishment Act of 2026 eliminates the Federal Insurance Office within the Department of the Treasury and removes the position of its Director. This legislation amends existing laws to delete references to the office and its director, ensuring that related financial regulatory powers remain with the Secretary of the Treasury. By striking specific sections in the Dodd-Frank Act and other statutes, the bill clarifies that oversight of insurance matters will continue under the Treasury Secretary's authority without the dedicated office. The changes directly affect the organizational structure of federal financial regulation by removing a specific entity while preserving the underlying legal authority of the Treasury Department.
The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act amends federal law to explicitly define membership eligibility for the organization. It requires that members be women, legally defined as adult human females who possess a reproductive system capable of producing ova for fertilization. This provision clarifies the genealogical and biological qualifications needed to join the group while maintaining its existing membership structure.
The BOASBERG Act mandates that federal district and appellate courts use random methods to assign civil cases and judges to panels, ensuring that no party, attorney, or judge can influence which judge hears a specific case. While this randomization applies broadly, the bill allows for exceptions in limited situations such as when a judge must recuse themselves, when cases are consolidated for efficiency, or when a chief judge certifies a need for reassignment based on docket management rather than the parties involved. The legislation also requires courts to publish transparency reports explaining any deviations from random assignment and imposes penalties, including sanctions or disciplinary action, on individuals who attempt to manipulate the assignment system.
The Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025 reauthorizes federal funding for nursing education programs through 2030, increasing annual appropriations to support nurse training and workforce development. It expands grant eligibility to include nurse practitioner, nurse-midwifery, nurse anesthesia, and clinical nurse specialist programs, while requiring funds to cover clinical education costs like preceptor fees. The bill directs grants toward technology such as simulation labs, telehealth, and virtual training to modernize nursing education, and mandates partnerships with healthcare facilities to create clinical training opportunities. Additionally, it updates program requirements to include support for survivors of sexual assault and focuses on increasing nursing faculty and student enrollment to address nationwide nursing shortages.
This resolution expresses support for designating July as Disability Pride Month to honor the contributions of the approximately 70 million American adults and over 3 million children with disabilities. The bill calls on individuals, interest groups, and organizations across the United States to observe the month with celebrations and activities that promote inclusion. Additionally, it urges everyone to actively work against the exclusion and discrimination that people with disabilities often face. While the measure does not create new laws or funding, it serves as an official statement of recognition and encouragement for community engagement during this time.
