Sen. Banks, Cortez Masto Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Clinical TrialsFriday, July 24, 2026
treatments and expanding access to experimental therapies. Background: Under current law, compensation received for participating in clinical trials
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Young, Colleagues Introduce Bill to End Legacy Admissions
promote upward mobility for Americans of all backgrounds.” “Everyone deserves the same opportunity to pursue higher education … this bipartisan bill to provide Americans of all backgrounds the same chance to pursue higher education and help
Senate HELP Committee Advances Sen. Banks’ SAFE Drugs ActThursday, July 23, 2026
between 503A compounding pharmacies and 503B outsourcing facilities. Background: Compounding is an important part of the pharmacy profession
Sens. Banks and Schiff Introduce Bill to Help American AI Companies Combat Chinese EspionageThursday, July 23, 2026
legitimate AI security and national security threats. Background: The legislation responds to growing evidence that foreign adversaries
Congressman Baird Applauds Passage of Four Priority Bills in House Foreign Affairs Committee
this legislation passes the full U.S. House soon.” Background : H.R.3208 — No Official Palestine Entry (NOPE
Yakym Condemns Rash of Violence Against NW Indiana Officers Shot in the Line of Duty
represent, back the blue, and always will.” Background LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jon Samuelson was shot
Messmer Celebrates Passage of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act in the House of Representatives
send this legislation to the President’s desk. ” BACKGROUND: The FY27 National Defense Authorization Act includes provisions
House Education and Workforce Committee Passes Messmer Deregulation Legislation
depressing the success of our great nation. ” BACKGROUND: The Biden Administration’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA
Sen. Banks, Booker Introduce Form 5500 Filing Simplification ActMonday, July 20, 2026
oversight and transparency requirements for employee benefit plans. Background: Form 5500 is the annual reporting form used
Yakym, Fallon Introduce Bill to End Federal Ban on Firearms in Federal Park Buildings
Interior, Department of War, and Department of Agriculture.” Background: Visitors to most federal lands may currently carry firearms
Congressman Baird Introduces Bill to Give States, Territories, and Tribes a Stronger Voice at EPA
appointed based on a broad range of backgrounds and qualifications, SSC members would be employees of state, territorial … address regional or multi-jurisdictional issues. Additional Background: The State Standing Committee would include one member from each
Banks Secures AI OVERWATCH Act in Senate NDAATuesday, July 14, 2026
race against Communist China. Background: Last year, Senator Jim Banks’ GAIN AI Act passed the Senate. This America
Sen. Banks Applauds L3Harris Contract to Strengthen America’s Missile DefenseTuesday, July 14, 2026
company will begin manufacturing immediately following the award. Background: The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency awarded
Banks Takes Action on Supreme Court’s Birthright Citizenship Ruling: Introduces Citizenship Act of 2026Monday, July 13, 2026
those who entered as part of an invasion. Background: Article I of the Constitution gives Congress the authority
Sen. Banks Applauds $25 Million Federal Grant for Jeffersonville PortThursday, July 9, 2026
truck transportation. Project completion is expected in 2028. Background: The BUILD program provides competitive federal funding for transportation
Sen. Banks Joins Sec. Collins, Steak ‘n Shake to Announce New Opportunities for VeteransWednesday, July 8, 2026
Indiana. As Hoosiers, we can be very proud.” Background: The partnership builds upon ongoing efforts by the Trump
Banks Introduces Stop the Sexualization of Children ActMonday, July 6, 2026
education purposes, rather than the sexualization of minors Background: Research has shown that exposure to sexual content
Yakym, Davis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Eliminate Taxes on Boat Loans
code that supports making things in America.” Background: The bill allows Americans to deduct
Houchin, Torres Introduce Bipartisan Outcomes-Based Financing for Students Act
charge higher rates to students from low-income backgrounds and lack meaningful protections for these borrowers. JFF applauds … exactly that. This approach allows borrowers of all backgrounds to finance their own postsecondary education or training with
Banks Defends Army’s Competitive JLTV Procurement Process: Supports Indiana Workers Delivering Next-Generation Tactical VehicleMonday, June 29, 2026
technical challenges to get the job done.” Background: AM General, headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, manufactures the High
Senator Banks’ RESIDE Act Passes Senate
systems, and construction necessary to create affordable housing. Background: Indiana has 14 participating jurisdictions that receive federal HOME
Banks Attends White House Medal Of Honor Ceremony For Indiana HeroMonday, June 22, 2026
Trump awarded him America’s highest military honor.” Background: The Medal of Honor is awarded to members
Banks Secures NDAA Amendment to End DEI Practices, Get Rid of Email PronounsMonday, June 22, 2026
SASC NDAA base text available here. Background: Senator Banks is an Afghanistan veteran. During the 117 th Congress
Banks Secures Amendment Requiring Military Academies to Accept CLT ExamMonday, June 22, 2026
exam and Senator Banks’ amendment here. Background: Last May, Senator Banks introduced the Promoting Classical Learning Act, legislation
Congressman Baird Joins President Trump for Medal of Honor Ceremony for Major Nicholas Dockery
ceremony recognizing his extraordinary acts of valor.” Additional background on Major Dockery can be found here and here