The Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026 requires large data centers to publicly disclose their electricity and water usage, infrastructure costs, and any public financial assistance they receive. The law applies to data centers with peak electricity demand of at least 50 megawatts or daily water withdrawal of at least 100,000 gallons. The bill's core protections prevent ratepayers from subsidizing data center costs, ensure sufficient water remains for households and farms, require independent assessments of reliability impacts, and mandate at least 60 days' notice and public meetings before approval. Multiple federal agencies including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, and Environmental Protection Agency will enforce the requirements, while state and local authorities retain control over utility rates and water rights. The legislation includes provisions for refunds with interest when costs are improperly charged to ratepayers and establishes whistleblower protections for employees reporting violations.

This resolution recognizes the 271st anniversary of Laredo, Texas, which was founded in 1755 by Spanish settlers and has a unique history of being governed under seven different flags including Spain, Mexico, and the United States. The resolution honors the city's citizens for their patriotism and contributions to American culture and economics, and acknowledges Laredo's significance as a critical trade gateway between Canada, the United States, and Mexico located on the Rio Grande. The timing of this recognition coincides with the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026, and the resolution calls on all U.S. citizens to learn about and appreciate Laredo's history as an example of America's deep cultural roots and diversity. This is a ceremonial resolution with no funding or implementation timeline required, as its purpose is purely to commemorate and celebrate the city's historical significance.

The American Consumer Tariff Rebate Act of 2026 would provide one-time direct payments to American taxpayers to offset increased consumer costs from tariffs imposed by presidential action without congressional approval. The bill directs the Treasury Department to distribute a total of $231.35 billion—the estimated consumer cost of these tariffs—to eligible taxpayers filing federal income tax returns, with payments scaled higher for families (married filing jointly or heads of household receive 150-200% of the base amount) and an additional $125 bonus per child claimed on qualifying returns. The bill excludes high-income earners with adjusted gross income exceeding $400,000, and redirects those savings to boost payments for families with children. Payments would be distributed automatically using IRS data through direct deposit, check, or prepaid debit card, with the Treasury Department required to report to Congress regularly on the distribution progress.

LPOE Modernization Trust Fund ActThis bill establishes the Land Port of Entry Modernization Trust Fund and addresses other issues related to U.S. ports of entry.The bill transfers specified amounts, including a portion of certain collected customs fees, to the trust fund each year. It also requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State to collect certain surcharges related to immigration and land border inspections, with a portion of the surcharges to be deposited into the trust fund. DHS may not seek to increase fees to offset the amounts transferred into the trust fund.Subject to appropriations, the amounts in the trust fund may be used to (1) construct new ports of entry, (2) expand and improve existing ports of entry, (3) procure technology for inspecting and processing traffic passing through ports of entry, and (4) hiring U.S. Customs and Border Protection staff.DHS must also establish the Land Port of Entry Modernization Oversight Board to advise DHS on how to use the trust fund and to review the trust fund's expenditures.