The Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026 amends federal immigration law to significantly expand the government's authority to detain immigrants during removal proceedings and after removal orders are issued. The bill removes time limits on detention for certain aliens awaiting removal, allows the Department of Homeland Security to detain immigrants for up to 90 days beyond the standard removal period, and permits indefinite detention in cases involving national security concerns, public safety threats, or contagious diseases. The legislation makes it substantially harder for detained immigrants to be released on bond by raising the legal standard to "clear and convincing evidence" and eliminating bond hearings for certain categories of detainees. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment and applies to all immigrants currently in removal proceedings as well as those with final removal orders already issued. No specific funding is allocated in the text, but the changes would significantly increase detention operations for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and related agencies.

The PERFORM Act would restrict bonuses and other performance-based compensation for the Postmaster General, prohibiting such payments if the Postal Service loses money, fails to meet service targets, receives a poor financial audit, or fails to report to Congress. The bill requires the Postmaster General to submit a detailed annual report to Congress within 30 days of each fiscal year's end, describing all bonuses and incentive payments to senior executives, the performance metrics justifying them, and the Postal Service's financial and service performance data. The Postal Service Inspector General would be tasked with reviewing these reports to ensure compliance with the new requirements. This legislation would affect the Postmaster General and other senior Postal Service executives whose compensation could be limited. The bill includes no specific funding allocations or implementation timelines beyond the 30-day reporting requirement.

This Senate resolution honors National Boys and Girls Club Week, celebrated June 22-26, 2026, and recognizes the contributions of Boys and Girls Clubs across the United States. The resolution highlights that these clubs serve over 4.2 million young people annually through more than 5,500 clubs located in all 50 states, Washington DC, US territories, military bases worldwide, and partnerships with over 250 Tribal communities. The clubs provide programming in career readiness, leadership development, STEM education, academic achievement, financial literacy, and civic education to help youth graduate high school and prepare for work and adult life. The resolution calls on Americans to celebrate the week and commend the Boys and Girls Clubs for their work in rural, urban, and suburban communities. As a resolution rather than legislation, this does not provide funding or create new programs, but instead serves as a formal expression of Senate recognition and encouragement for the organization's mission.

The PATH Act would allow public housing agencies and private landlords receiving federal housing assistance funds to impose work requirements on tenants, with a maximum of 40 hours per week. The requirements would apply to working-age adults without disabilities, though exemptions exist for people under 18, over 62, pregnant women, primary caregivers of young children, students, and those with disabilities or serious medical conditions. Qualifying work activities include unsubsidized employment, job training, vocational education, community service, and job search assistance, and agencies must provide supportive services to help tenants comply. Housing providers would be required to maintain uniform policies across their programs, notify tenants at least three months before implementation, and allow for hardship exemptions for those actively trying to work but unable to find employment. The bill would take effect on January 1, 2027, affecting millions of Americans receiving federal housing assistance through public housing, vouchers, and project-based rental assistance programs.

The Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026 would make the federal E-Verify employment eligibility system permanent and require all employers to use it to verify that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. Employers would submit worker information through a website or mobile app and receive verification results within three business days, with the system cross-checking data against Social Security, Homeland Security, State Department, and state motor vehicle records while including safeguards against discrimination and identity theft. The bill significantly increases penalties for employers who fail to comply or knowingly hire unauthorized workers, tripling civil penalties and imposing criminal penalties up to $30,000 per unauthorized worker and 18 months imprisonment for pattern violations, while also allowing workers to independently check their own eligibility status. The legislation authorizes $100 million annually beginning in fiscal year 2027 to operate the system and requires the President to submit initial and ongoing reports to Congress on implementation and program statistics. The bill also requires employers to reverify workers with limited work authorization within three days of their current authorization expiring and mandates that the Department of Homeland Security reimburse the Social Security Administration for all costs associated with running the expanded verification system.

The GAME Act of 2026 prohibits major digital advertising platforms from displaying targeted sports gambling advertisements to minors under age 18, effective one year after the bill becomes law. The law applies to social media platforms, search engines, and digital advertising networks with over 100 million monthly users that generate revenue from advertising. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce the prohibition and can refer platforms that violate the rule three or more times to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution, with fines up to $100,000 per targeted ad violation. The bill defines targeted advertisements as those directed to minors based on their personal information, behavioral profiles, or device identifiers, but excludes ads based solely on website content or direct user requests for information.

This Senate resolution honors six Air Force service members who died in a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft accident over western Iraq on March 12, 2026, during Operation Epic Fury. The fallen airmen include Major John A. Klinner, Major Ariana G. Savino, Technical Sergeant Ashley B. Pruitt, Captain Seth R. Koval, Captain Curtis J. Angst, and Master Sergeant Tyler H. Simmons, who were serving with air refueling units based in Alabama and Ohio. The resolution formally recognizes their service and sacrifice, extends condolences to their families, and directs that copies be sent to their respective military units at Sumpter Smith Joint Air National Guard Base in Alabama and Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Ohio. As a commemorative resolution, it requires no funding and serves as an official congressional tribute to honor these service members' memory.

The amendment introduces provisions that enhance reporting requirements for federal agencies, mandating more detailed disclosures on their expenditures and program outcomes. Additionally, it establishes new oversight mechanisms to improve accountability and transparency in the allocation of federal funds.

The amendment introduces new provisions aimed at enhancing oversight and accountability measures within the existing framework, specifically by mandating regular reporting and establishing stricter compliance requirements for involved parties. Additionally, it allocates funding for training programs to ensure effective implementation of these changes.

Fighting Trade Cheats Act of 2026This bill increases penalties for, and establishes additional enforcement mechanisms related to, fraudulent and grossly negligent violations of U.S. customs laws.Specifically, the bill increases the maximum civil penalty for a fraudulent violation to three times the domestic value of the merchandise. (Currently, the maximum penalty is the domestic value of the merchandise.) It prohibits a person who commits a fraudulent violation from importing merchandise into the United States for a five-year period.Additionally, the bill increases the maximum civil penalty for a grossly negligent violation to the lesser of (1) 3 times the domestic value of the merchandise; or (2) 10 times the lawful duties, taxes, and fees. (Currently, the maximum penalty is the lesser of the domestic value of the merchandise or four times the lawful duties, taxes, and fees.) It prohibits a person who commits a grossly negligent violation from importing merchandise into the United States for a two-year period.Further, the bill applies these importation bans to an affiliated person (e.g., a family member or employee) of the person who committed the fraudulent or grossly negligent violation.The bill establishes a private right of action for an interested party (e.g., a manufacturer) affected by customs fraud or grossly negligent violations.The bill prohibits any person (or an affiliated person) who commits a fraudulent or grossly negligent violation from participating in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Importer of Record program, and further requires revocation of their importer of record numbers.

This bill amends federal securities law to exempt the Small Business Advocate from certain paperwork reduction requirements. Specifically, it allows the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation—an official within the Securities and Exchange Commission—to gather and share information with small businesses without complying with most of the Paperwork Reduction Act, a law that typically requires federal agencies to minimize burden on people who respond to government information requests. The exemption streamlines the Advocate's ability to collect data and communicate with small businesses about capital formation and securities regulations. However, the bill preserves some basic requirements, such as maintaining records and following data management standards. The legislation has no specified funding or timeline and would take effect upon passage.

The NIH IMPROVE Act establishes a new federal research initiative within the National Institutes of Health focused on improving maternal health outcomes across the United States. The initiative will fund research to reduce preventable maternal deaths and serious complications, with a particular emphasis on addressing health disparities that disproportionately affect certain communities with higher rates of maternal mortality. The program will take a comprehensive approach by studying the biological, behavioral, and other factors that contribute to poor maternal health outcomes and will support community-based interventions tailored to women in high-risk regions. Congress has authorized $73.4 million annually for the initiative from fiscal years 2026 through 2031, and the NIH Director will distribute these funds through grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements with research institutions and organizations. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by Senators Britt and Booker, aims to create an evidence base for improving pregnancy outcomes for all women in the country.

The Citizen Ballot Protection Act would amend federal voter registration law to allow states to require proof of citizenship from people registering to vote by mail. Currently, the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 sets uniform standards for mail-in voter registration forms, and this bill would give states the option to add citizenship documentation requirements beyond those existing standards. The change applies to both federal elections and, according to the bill's language, other elections as well. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and requires no specific funding. The legislation was introduced in November 2025 by a group of Republican senators and would ultimately affect any citizen attempting to register to vote by mail in states that choose to adopt the citizenship proof requirement.

The Small Entity Update Act requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to study and update its definition of "small entity" under securities laws, starting within one year of the bill's enactment and again every five years after that. The SEC must examine whether its current small entity definition keeps pace with U.S. financial market growth and recommend ways to expand the number of companies and organizations covered by that definition. Following each study, the SEC must revise its rules accordingly through a public comment process, and must adjust the dollar thresholds in the definition every five years to account for inflation. This legislation primarily affects small businesses, startups, and small organizations that interact with the SEC, as updating the definition could expand regulatory relief and compliance flexibility for more entities. No specific funding is appropriated in the bill.

The amendment introduces provisions that enhance existing regulations by implementing stricter compliance measures and expanding eligibility criteria for certain programs. Additionally, it includes new reporting requirements aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within the affected sectors.

The amendment introduces new provisions aimed at enhancing oversight and accountability measures within existing legislation, specifically by establishing stricter reporting requirements and increasing penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, it expands the scope of eligible entities that can receive funding under the program, thereby broadening access and support.

The amendment introduces provisions that enhance existing regulations by adding stricter compliance requirements for reporting and transparency. It also expands the scope of oversight to include additional entities previously not covered under the legislation.

The amendment introduces new provisions that enhance existing regulations, specifically by expanding eligibility criteria for certain programs and increasing funding allocations for underserved communities. Additionally, it mandates regular reporting on the effectiveness of these initiatives to ensure accountability and transparency.

The amendment introduces provisions that enhance existing regulations by expanding eligibility criteria for certain beneficiaries and increasing funding allocations for related programs. Additionally, it establishes new reporting requirements to ensure accountability and transparency in the implementation of these changes.

S. 2636 would prohibit noncitizens from voting in District of Columbia elections and referendums, and would repeal the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, which currently allows certain noncitizens to vote in D.C. local elections. The bill directly affects the District of Columbia and its noncitizen residents who are eligible to vote under current law. The legislation contains no funding provisions or implementation timelines specified in the text. This bill would reverse a 2022 D.C. law that expanded voting eligibility to include noncitizens who are lawful permanent residents and other authorized residents of the district. The measure was introduced by a bipartisan group of Senate Republicans in July 2025 and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.