Marsha Blackburn

This Senate resolution designates October 10, 2026, as "American Girls in Sports Day" to celebrate the achievements of female athletes and their contributions to American sports history. The resolution emphasizes the positive impact of athletic participation on girls' physical health and confidence, and it references Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which opened doors for girls' sports participation. The resolution includes language reflecting ongoing policy debates, citing biological differences between men and women in sports and referencing recent executive and judicial actions regarding transgender athletes' participation in women's sports competitions. The resolution calls on sports-governing bodies to protect biological women and girls in athletic competition. As a symbolic congressional resolution rather than legislation, it does not establish new laws or require funding, but instead expresses the Senate's position on girls' sports and female athletic opportunity.

# Biosimilars Access and Affordability Act Summary This bill changes the Medicare drug price negotiation rules to delay when biosimilar drugs (cheaper alternatives to expensive biologic drugs) become subject to price negotiations. Currently, biosimilars can enter Medicare's negotiation program relatively quickly after they are approved. This bill would automatically delay a biologic drug's inclusion in price negotiations for up to two years if a biosimilar competitor is in development or approval, giving manufacturers more time before prices are negotiated. The delay can be triggered automatically when biosimilar manufacturers disclose they are pursuing FDA approval or when the government determines a biosimilar will likely reach the market within two years. However, if no biosimilar actually launches within that two-year window, the original drug must then enter price negotiations and the manufacturer may owe rebates for the delayed years. The bill also allows manufacturers to request additional delays if they provide certain documentation about biosimilar development timelines. These changes take effect for Medicare price negotiations beginning in 2026.

This Senate resolution designates October 30, 2026, as a national day of remembrance honoring the workers who built and supported the United States nuclear weapons program since World War II. It specifically recognizes uranium miners, millers, and haulers, plutonium processors, and workers who participated onsite at atmospheric nuclear weapons tests, many of whom developed serious or fatal illnesses due to their service. The resolution notes that the Senate has passed similar commemorative measures nearly every year since 2009, continuing a tradition of acknowledging these workers' sacrifices for national defense. It does not create new programs, benefits, or funding, but simply calls on the American public to support and participate in ceremonies and activities marking the day. The measure primarily affects former and current nuclear weapons program workers and their families by providing formal national recognition of their contributions and health risks.

This resolution officially designates October 2026 as "National Country Music Month," continuing a tradition that dates back to 1964 when the Country Music Association first celebrated the genre, and to 1970 when President Nixon issued a similar proclamation. The measure honors country music's deep roots in American culture, citing landmarks like Bristol as the genre's birthplace and the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium as iconic venues. It also pays tribute to Dolly Parton, who passed away in August 2026, and acknowledges the genre's broad appeal and significant economic contributions. The resolution does not create any new laws, funding, or programs; it simply encourages Americans to recognize and celebrate country music through appropriate ceremonies and activities during the designated month.

This Senate resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, the Tennessee-born singer-songwriter and philanthropist who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80. It commemorates her achievements in music, including hit songs like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," as well as her extensive charitable work, particularly through the Dollywood Foundation and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which has distributed free books to millions of children worldwide since 1995. The resolution also recognizes her contributions to healthcare and medical research in Tennessee, wildlife conservation efforts at Dollywood, and disaster relief work following events like the 2016 Sevier County wildfires and 2024 Hurricane Helene. As a symbolic measure, the resolution carries no funding or binding legal requirements; it simply expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and community while encouraging Americans to carry forward her example of generosity and service. It affects no specific policy or program but serves as an official congressional tribute to a prominent public figure.

This Senate resolution condemns the Iranian government for systematic human rights abuses, particularly its use of false espionage accusations to justify imprisoning and executing political opponents, journalists, religious minorities, and peaceful activists. The resolution criticizes Iran's practice of denying due process and legal representation to those accused of national security crimes, describing it as a tool of political repression rather than legitimate law enforcement. Beyond domestic abuses, the resolution also addresses Iran's support for militant groups and terrorist organizations that have targeted U.S. military personnel in the Middle East and threatened regional stability through proxy forces. The Senate calls on Iran to halt politically motivated executions, provide fair trials for detainees, and release those imprisoned for exercising basic freedoms, while encouraging the President and international allies to hold Iranian officials accountable through sanctions and investigations. This is a symbolic resolution expressing congressional sentiment rather than legislation that creates new laws or funding.

Title IX Clarification Act of 2026This bill defines the terms sex, female, and male for purposes of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs that receive federal financial assistance.Specifically, the bill defines sex as an individual’s biologically determined sex, as either male or female. Therefore, Title IX's prohibition on sex discrimination only applies to biological sex under the bill.The bill defines female, when used with respect to a natural person, as an individual who naturally has, had, will have, or would have, but for a congenital anomaly, historical accident, or intentional or unintentional disruption, the reproductive system that at some point produces, transports, and utilizes the large gamete (ova) for fertilization.The bill defines male, when used with respect to a natural person, as an individual who naturally has, had, will have, or would have, but for a congenital anomaly, historical accident, or intentional or unintentional disruption, the reproductive system that at some point produces, transports, and utilizes the small gamete (sperm) for fertilization.(A January 20, 2025, executive order stated that it is the policy of the United States to recognize two sexes—male and female—which are not changeable. On February 4, 2025, the Department of Education announced its intent to enforce its Title IX regulations consistent with this executive order. For more information on the status of these regulations, see LBS11279.)

This bill amends the federal charter of the Daughters of the American Revolution to explicitly restrict membership to women, defining the term based on biological reproductive characteristics. The legislation adds new membership eligibility language to the organization's governing statute, clarifying that only individuals meeting both a sex-based criterion and the organization's existing genealogical requirements can join. The bill includes a detailed definition of "female" tied to reproductive biology and specifically addresses potential scenarios involving congenital conditions or medical disruptions. The measure was introduced in July 2026 by Senator Blackburn and four other Republican senators and was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. There is no specific funding or implementation timeline mentioned in the legislation.

The Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity Act directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to establish programs and resources to help elementary schools, secondary schools, and school districts improve their cybersecurity defenses. The bill creates three main initiatives: a publicly accessible website called the School Cybersecurity Information Exchange that shares best practices and helps schools find federal and recommended tools, a voluntary registry to track cyber incidents affecting schools for analysis and prevention, and a K–12 Cybersecurity Technology Improvement Program that deploys customized cybersecurity strategies, tools, and training to schools. The Director of the agency must consult with federal officials, state and local leaders, teachers, parents, and cybersecurity experts in implementing these programs. The legislation authorizes $10 million in funding for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028 to carry out these efforts.

This Senate resolution expresses disapproval of federal judge Eleanor L. Ross of the Northern District of Georgia for serious misconduct discovered between October 2023 and October 2025. According to the resolution, Judge Ross engaged in a sexual relationship with a high-ranking Atlanta Police Department official inside her judicial chambers during business hours while presiding over criminal cases, conduct that occurred near her law clerks. When initially questioned about the behavior, Judge Ross made false statements denying the activity, only retracting them nearly two weeks later after an investigative committee had already gathered extensive evidence including security footage and witness interviews. The resolution states that Judge Ross violated multiple provisions of the Code of Conduct for United States Judges regarding impropriety and public confidence in the judiciary, and the Senate's position is that her conduct should be condemned and falls beneath the standards expected of federal judges. This is a non-binding resolution expressing the Senate's view rather than legislation that imposes legal consequences or requires funding or implementation timelines.

The Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 seeks to prevent foreign nationals from entering the United States with the primary intent of giving birth to children who would automatically become U.S. citizens under birthright citizenship rules. The legislation would make individuals engaged in "birth tourism" inadmissible when seeking entry as temporary visitors, and would make them deportable if they are already in the country. The bill defines birth tourism as entering the U.S. to obtain citizenship for a child through birth, or being likely to give birth within ten months of entry if doing so would result in the child gaining citizenship. Immigration officials at the Department of Homeland Security, State Department, and consular officers would have discretionary authority to identify and prevent such entries based on their judgment. The bill does not specify funding amounts or implementation timelines beyond authorizing these agencies to enforce the new inadmissibility and deportability standards.

The ONSHORE Manufacturing Act creates three new tax credits to encourage domestic production of critical medical supplies and pharmaceuticals. First, it establishes a 10.5 percent credit on income from manufacturing essential medicines, medical devices, and related ingredients in the United States, capped at 50 percent of employee wages paid. Second, it provides a 30 percent tax credit for purchasing advanced manufacturing equipment before 2031, stepping down to zero by 2033. Third, it offers a matching 30 percent credit for environmental compliance equipment used in medical manufacturing, also phasing out by 2033. The bill applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, and affects pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and businesses producing active pharmaceutical ingredients that are on federal lists of critical or essential medicines. Beginning in 2027, the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Food and Drug Administration must submit annual reports to Congress measuring how these credits impact domestic drug manufacturing capacity and government procurement of domestically made medical products.

Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement ActThis bill allows for expedited consideration of modifications to the Entity List. (The Entity List is managed by the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security. The list identifies the names of persons who are involved, or have the potential to be involved, in activities contrary to U.S. national security or foreign policy interests.)Specifically, the bill allows any member of the End-User Review Committee to submit proposals directly to the full committee requesting a vote for additions to, removals from, or other modifications with respect to the Entity List. Generally, within 30 days of receiving a proposal, the committee must vote to approve or disapprove the proposal.Generally, the bill establishes a presumption of denial for a license application to export, reexport, or in-country transfer controlled items that involves a foreign person added to the Entity List under the authorities provided by this bill.