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 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 bill abolishes the Anti-Weaponization Fund, a financial reserve created by the Attorney General during the Trump v. Internal Revenue Service legal case. It also declares an order issued on May 19, 2026, regarding the release of certain claims as invalid and without effect. The legislation directly impacts the Department of Justice by removing this specific fund and reversing the associated administrative directive.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that were not authorized by Congress. The bill is based on the constitutional power of Congress to declare war and cites the War Powers Resolution as the legal framework for this action. It specifically orders the withdrawal of troops from the ongoing conflict that began in February 2026, while allowing the U.S. to continue defensive actions, intelligence gathering, and assistance to allied nations. The resolution also permits the evacuation of American citizens and defensive support for partner countries attacked by Iran or its proxies.
This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as Black Music Month to honor the historical and cultural significance of Black contributions to American music. It acknowledges the wide-ranging influence of Black music across various genres and its central role in the nation's history, including the civil rights movement. The bill calls on the public to celebrate this month by promoting diversity, performing Black music, and spreading awareness of its legacy.
The ReportScams.gov Act establishes a comprehensive federal framework to combat scams by creating a centralized website, reportscams.gov, where the public can access prevention resources, report incidents, and find victim assistance. This initiative requires the Office of Management and Budget to set a national priority goal for reducing scams and form an interagency Steering Committee involving major departments like the FBI, FTC, and Secret Service to develop a unified action plan. The bill mandates the creation of a secure online portal that routes scam reports to relevant federal and state authorities while providing detailed, up-to-date information on recognizing and avoiding fraud. Additionally, the legislation ensures accountability through quarterly progress reviews, annual public reports on scam trends and financial losses, and a specific authority for agencies to transfer funds to support these coordinated efforts.
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.
This bill establishes a new defense cooperation program between the United States and countries that have normalized relations with Israel since 2020. The initiative aims to strengthen military ties by focusing on specific capabilities such as air defense, missile systems, and joint training exercises. It requires the Secretary of Defense to submit a strategy and funding plan to Congress within 60 days of the law's passage. Additionally, the legislation expresses a congressional preference for participating nations to contribute their own matching funds to the program.
The National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026 creates a temporary, independent federal commission within the executive branch to review the United States' progress in quantum computing and its implications for national security. This 11-member body, appointed by the Secretary of Defense and congressional leaders, will examine competitiveness, research investments, workforce development, and ethical considerations related to the technology. The Commission is authorized up to $10 million in funding and is required to submit an initial report within 180 days of enactment, followed by annual reports until it dissolves on October 1, 2030.
The Build Housing Affordably Act requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development to study how the Build America, Buy America Act affects affordable housing projects, including costs, delays, and the efficiency of the waiver process. The bill mandates that the department must complete this study and submit a report to Congress within 90 days. Until that report is delivered, the new material sourcing rules will be paused for 60 days, and any waiver requests submitted during that time must be decided within 90 days or automatically granted. This legislation directly impacts builders, developers, and contractors working on federally assisted housing projects by temporarily removing compliance requirements and setting strict timelines for administrative decisions.
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.