Curtis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Increase Second Amendment Protections Against Frivolous Lawsuits
dealers across South Carolina out of business.” Background: The PLCAA was passed by Congress 20 years
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Scott, Clyburn, Blunt Rochester, Carey introduce the Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act
text of the legislation can be found here . Background The Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network
VIDEO: Senator Moody Brings Veterans Bill of Rights Act to Thousands of Florida Veterans
preserved, and passed on,” said Senator Ashley Moody . BACKGROUND: View Senator Moody’s full remarks here . During
Cornyn, Senate GOP Colleagues Introduce Bill to Increase Protections for Firearms Industry Against Liberal Lawsuits
introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Background: The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA
Lee Cosponsors Doubled Fines for Illegal Immigrants and Employers
Americans who pay taxes and follow the rules.” Background While these penalties were signed into law nearly
Cornyn, Welch Bill to Help Solve Cold Cases Passes Senate
leading companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Background: Typically, when a suspect’s identity is unknown
Barrasso Introduces Permitting Reform Legislation
urge its immediate consideration in the Senate.” Background: The Let America Build Act of 2026 will: Make NEPA
Cornyn, Whitehouse Bill to Enhance Commander-Level Law Enforcement Training Programs Passes Senate
take up and pass this timely bipartisan bill.” Background: The Promoting Police Leadership Act would: Task
Cornyn Introduces Bill to Spur Counter-Drone Defense Innovation
Americans and American interests at home and abroad.” Background: The U.S. Army is actively investing in counter
Curtis Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Better Protect and Compensate Federal Firefighters
retention, and readiness across the federal firefighting workforce.” Background: As wildfire seasons grow longer and more severe across
Ricketts, Kaine Introduce Bill to Bolster AUKUS Cooperation
compliance with non-proliferation commitments under the MTCR. BACKGROUND . The license-free environment established under AUKUS has enabled
Husted leads effort to rename post office in President Grant’s honor
very own President Ulysses S. Grant,” said Taylor. Background: On April 27, 1822, Ulysses S. Grant was born
Cornyn Introduces Legislation to Expand Use of 3D-Printed Defense Technologies
United States’ defense manufacturing and supply chain.” Background: The pilot program would assess whether the use of printable
Daines, Cortez Masto Introduce Bill to Protect American Taxpayers’ Privacy
Cortez Masto. Read the full bill text HERE . Background: This bill establishes new provisions which raise the existing
NEWS: Senator Moody’s No Aid for Ghost Students Act Moves One Step Closer to Becoming Law
pass this critical legislation,” said Senator Ashley Moody . BACKGROUND: The legislation amends the Higher Education Act to require
Lee Introduces America-First Bills Cutting Red Tape for Supply Chain Ports
America’s economic dominance and unleash American trade.” Background The Dredging to Ensure the Empowerment of Ports (DEEP
VIDEO: Sen. Moran Honors 30th Anniversary of Sen. Dole’s Retirement from the U.S. Senate
difference one person can make, regardless of their background, birthplace or education,” said Sen. Moran. “Kansans and Americans … about. We come from different states and different backgrounds, and different opportunities, different challenges in our life
Grassley, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Prices, Expand Consumer Choice and Restore Online Competition in the Digital Marketplace
fact sheet is available HERE . Additional legislative background and a list of endorsing organizations are below. Legislative Background
Water Power Bill Moved from Committee
Maine, Alaska, and all of the United States.” Background Current federal permitting processes for hydropower and marine energy
Senator Justice Joins Director Billy Marshall and US Attorney Moore Capito for Correctional Workers Week
respect and gratitude,” said U.S. Attorney Moore Capito . BACKGROUND: Senator Justice attended a Memorial Service at the Prison
Banks Introduces SAFE for Kids Act
bill here . Link to Fox News story here . Background: Research has shown that children are encountering pornography
Cornyn Provision to Combat Online Child Exploitation Signed into Law
children from the horrors of exploitation and abuse.” Background: Sen. Cornyn’s provision that passed as part
In Case You Missed It… Sen. Rick Scott Sits Down with Punchbowl to Talk Onshoring Drug Manufacturing and National Security
dependent on them for anything.” BACKGROUND The CLEAR LABELS Act would require prescription drug labels to disclose
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces SNAP Fraud Reporting Act to Protect American Taxpayers
accountable for the proper use of taxpayer dollars.” BACKGROUND: In February 2025, USDA Secretary Rollins directed states
Senator Marshall: Year-Round E15 is My Top Priority
more about the CCC needs. And the background to me is this: no one has done more