This bill, titled the Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act, halts the construction and upgrading of large-scale artificial intelligence data centers until specific federal laws are passed. It defines these facilities as sites with high power capacity or advanced cooling systems used for developing AI models. The moratorium remains in effect until new legislation ensures federal safety reviews for AI products, mandates that economic benefits reach workers rather than just wealthy owners, prevents increases in utility bills, avoids environmental harm, requires community approval, bans government subsidies, and guarantees union jobs with strong labor standards. Additionally, the bill restricts the export of computing hardware, such as semiconductors and networking equipment, to countries that do not adopt these same protective laws for AI development.
The SAFE Training for OB-GYNs Act creates a new federal grant program to help medical residents who must leave their home states to receive training in reproductive health care due to local abortion restrictions. Funded with up to $10 million annually from 2027 to 2031, these grants support residency programs that offer specialized training in sexual and reproductive health, including abortion care. The funding can be used to expand existing programs or establish new ones specifically for out-of-state residents and to cover their travel expenses. This legislation directly affects health care professionals seeking specialized training and the medical residency programs that provide it.
This bill creates a federal grant program to help states and tribal governments improve their licensing systems for firearms dealers. To qualify for funding, a state must have laws requiring dealers to hold licenses valid for no more than three years, complete an application process, and allow for inspections with penalties for noncompliance. The Attorney General will award up to $2.5 million per year on a competitive basis to eligible applicants who submit detailed plans for developing or improving their programs. Recipients must provide annual reports on inspection numbers, violations, and license status, while the Attorney General must report grant details and denial reasons to Congress.
This bill, known as the COVID-19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act, changes tax rules for employees who have employer-sponsored commuter benefits accounts. It allows these employees to take a one-time cash payment from their accounts during a six-month window starting when the law is passed, treating this money as taxable income rather than tax-free. The amount they can withdraw is limited to the highest balance in their account held between March 13, 2020, and December 31, 2023. Additionally, the bill ensures that taking this cash payment does not reduce the amount of future tax-free benefits the employee can receive from the same account.
This bill, titled the Ban Abortion by Mail Act, aims to restrict how abortion medications like mifepristone are prescribed by requiring an in-person visit between the patient and the doctor. It directly affects health care providers who are currently certified by the FDA to dispense these drugs, threatening their certification status if they prescribe them without a physical examination or to patients living in states where the provider lacks a medical license. The legislation mandates that the FDA report annually to Congress on any providers who lose this certification due to violations or unsafe prescribing practices. By enforcing these specific conditions, the bill seeks to ensure that all prescriptions for abortion drugs are administered under strict supervision and within the legal boundaries of the patient's state.
This bill authorizes the presentation of Congressional Gold Medals to the four crew members of the Artemis II mission to recognize their historic achievement in advancing human space exploration. The legislation directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the medals, which will feature the faces of the astronauts and be struck by the Secretary of the Treasury. In addition to the gold medals, the bill permits the minting and sale of duplicate bronze versions to help cover production costs, with any proceeds returned to the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
This joint resolution seeks to block a specific rule issued by the Department of Education regarding federal student loan programs. If passed, the measure would cancel the final regulations titled "Reimagining and Improving Student Education," preventing them from taking legal effect. The bill directly impacts students and borrowers who would otherwise be subject to the new guidelines. By invoking a congressional review process, the legislation aims to stop the Department of Education from enforcing these specific changes to student loans.
This bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.
The SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act of 2026 requires the Small Business Administration to submit annual reports detailing its use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. These reports must cover the benefits and risks of this technology, including how it impacts operations, and outline strategies to maintain human oversight in important decisions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the SBA Administrator provide a briefing to congressional committees within 30 days of submitting each report. This legislation directly affects the SBA by establishing a formal process for evaluating and managing the adoption of AI tools within the agency.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.
This bill directs the President to withdraw United States military forces from any hostilities involving Iran. It invokes a specific provision of the War Powers Resolution, allowing Congress to order such a removal. The directive includes an exception, permitting forces to remain if necessary to defend the U.S. or an ally from an imminent attack, but only if the President follows certain reporting procedures and without new explicit congressional authorization for military force against Iran. This action would directly affect the President's authority regarding military deployment and the U.S. Armed Forces currently operating in the region.
The SAFE VISITS Act requires DHS to annually analyze threats from foreign visitors seeking access to state/local government officials, information, facilities, or systems, and provide security guidance to affected governments. It mandates DHS to identify high-risk targets, offer tailored vetting assistance, and request debriefings after visits involving foreign nationals. The bill directly affects state, local, Tribal, and territorial governments by formalizing DHS support to mitigate security risks from foreign visitors. DHS must also research improved methods for sharing threat information with these governments. This policy change focuses on enhancing security awareness without restricting legitimate visits.
