This bill directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant Temporary Protected Status to nationals of Haiti. Under this provision, eligible Haitian immigrants would be allowed to live and work in the United States without fear of deportation until March 20, 2029. The legislation overrides other existing laws to ensure this designation remains in effect for the specified period.
The America the Beautiful Act reauthorizes the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund through 2033, increasing its annual funding from $1.9 billion to $2 billion. It requires that projects funded by the Legacy Restoration Fund must secure at least 15% of their costs from public donations, which will be solicited through public awareness campaigns, donation locations at recreation sites, and during the purchase of recreation passes. The bill also mandates new reporting requirements for deferred maintenance and disposal of assets no longer serving public interest, while ensuring donations are credited to the Fund and allocated to specific projects.
The Land of the Free Act of 2026 amends federal immigration law to remove a specific ground for deportation related to protected speech activities. By striking a particular subsection of the Immigration and Nationality Act, the bill aims to prevent individuals from being deported solely for engaging in constitutionally protected expression. This change directly affects immigrants who might otherwise face removal proceedings based on their speech. The legislation does not alter other deportation criteria or create new categories of removable offenses.
The Slash the Pentagon Act sets a strict spending limit for the U.S. national defense budget in fiscal year 2027, capping total appropriations at $750 billion. This legislation directly affects the Department of Defense by restricting the total amount of money available for military operations and equipment. However, it includes specific exceptions that prevent the reduction of funds designated for military personnel and the Defense Health Program. By establishing this financial ceiling, the bill aims to control overall defense expenditures while ensuring continued support for service members and their healthcare.
The Stock Buyback Accountability Act of 2026 raises the federal excise tax on corporate stock repurchases from 1 percent to 4 percent, directly affecting corporations that buy back their own shares. This change also modifies existing tax rules to exclude stock issued to high-income executives and employees earning over $1 million from the tax calculation. The new provisions apply to stock repurchases occurring after the law is enacted, with specific transition rules for partial-year transactions, while the adjustments to tax exemptions take effect for taxable years ending more than 90 days after enactment.
This Senate resolution designates June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day to highlight the importance of naloxone in reversing opioid overdoses. The measure aims to educate the public, healthcare providers, and first responders on how to recognize overdose signs and safely administer the medication. It also encourages federal, state, and local governments along with private organizations to support efforts that increase access to and distribution of naloxone.
The Make More in America Act of 2026 expands the Export-Import Bank's authority to provide loans, guarantees, and other financial support specifically for U.S. manufacturing projects that are intended for export. This new program targets strategic industries such as renewable energy, semiconductors, shipbuilding, and advanced robotics, with a goal of creating at least 30 percent of the Bank's annual financing for these domestic projects. To ensure accountability, the bill requires recipients to meet prevailing wage standards, commit to workforce training, and adhere to strict timelines, with funds subject to clawback if these conditions are not met. Additionally, the legislation increases the Bank's overall lending authority, establishes a new interagency committee to coordinate federal investment strategies, and tightens rules on who is eligible for Bank support.
The Campaign Event Contract Integrity Act prohibits individuals working for federal candidates, political parties, and related organizations from trading financial contracts based on election outcomes if they possess confidential campaign information. This law defines "political event contracts" as derivatives tied to election results and bans both the use of inside knowledge for trading and the sharing of such information to facilitate trades. To enforce these rules, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission will require trading platforms to monitor suspicious activity, verify trader affiliations, and report violations, with penalties including fines and trading bans for those who break the law. The legislation explicitly protects legitimate journalism, academic research, and trading conducted without access to nonpublic campaign data.
First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment, collectively, in recognition of their dedicated service during the Revolutionary War.
This Senate resolution formally acknowledges and apologizes for the decades of discrimination and wrongful termination faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served in the U.S. military, Foreign Service, and federal civil service. The measure highlights historical policies, such as the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" rule and the "Lavender Scare," which forced hundreds of thousands of service members to leave their jobs or hide their identities, while also noting recent executive actions that have rescinded protections for gender identity. While the resolution reaffirms a commitment to equal rights and respect for all LGBT government employees, it explicitly states that it does not create any legal claims or settlements for affected individuals.
This resolution commemorates the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, which was an act of domestic terrorism. It formally honors the names of the victims and expresses condolences to their families while acknowledging the bravery of law enforcement and emergency responders who responded to the tragedy. The document also reaffirms support for the LGBTQ+ community and calls for continued efforts to improve gun safety and mental health legislation.
This bill, known as the Gun Records Restoration and Preservation Act, aims to repeal specific restrictions on how the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives manages gun-related data. By removing these limits, the legislation would allow federal agencies to keep instant background check records longer than the current 24-hour requirement and enable the ATF to conduct annual inventory audits of gun dealers. Additionally, the bill would permit the consolidation of firearms records and allow for more Freedom of Information Act requests regarding gun traces. These changes are intended to help law enforcement track illegal firearms more effectively and support research into gun trafficking patterns.
