This bill establishes U.S. policy to combat religious persecution in China by holding Chinese government officials accountable for severe human rights abuses. The legislation directs the State Department to support programs promoting religious freedom in China and to monitor transnational repression of religious and ethnic minorities, including Tibetan Buddhists, Christians, Uyghur Muslims, and Falun Gong practitioners. The bill calls for using existing sanctions laws to penalize Chinese officials responsible for abuses such as arbitrary detention, forced sterilization, torture, and forced labor. Additionally, it requests that the U.S. strengthen international diplomatic efforts, engage multilateral partners to address religious persecution, and advocate for the release of political prisoners detained for their religious beliefs. The bill requires the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom to provide annual briefings to Congress on sanctions imposed and diplomatic efforts undertaken to promote religious freedom in China, though no new funding amounts or specific timelines are specified in the legislation.

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The FIRST Act establishes a new program within the State Department to promote the international deployment of small modular reactor technology as a tool for advancing U.S. economic and national security interests. The program, managed by the Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, will conduct diplomatic outreach to encourage foreign governments to adopt American nuclear technology, assist partner countries with regulatory frameworks and workforce training, and provide early-stage commercial support to U.S. nuclear businesses seeking international markets. The bill emphasizes that this promotion must occur alongside diplomatic efforts to ensure partner countries meet rigorous safety, security, and nonproliferation standards. Within 120 days of the bill's enactment and annually thereafter, the State Department must report to Congress on the program's implementation, diplomatic activities, participating partners, and funding expenditures. The program is set to expire on June 8, 2034.

The Secure Drug Supply Chain Act of 2026 directs the Food and Drug Administration to prevent the importation of counterfeit, unapproved, misbranded, or adulterated drugs, with particular focus on products from China and other countries engaged in intellectual property theft or forced labor. The bill requires drug manufacturers to report quarterly on the sources of active pharmaceutical ingredients and key starting materials, with emphasis on identifying those sourced from China or other foreign countries of concern, and prohibits registration of foreign drug establishments that use forced labor or violate federal sanctions. The FDA must issue regulations within 180 days of enactment and conduct annual enforcement actions, submitting reports to Congress detailing drugs seized or refused entry and providing legislative recommendations on strengthening pharmaceutical supply chain resilience. The legislation takes effect 180 days after final regulations are issued, affecting pharmaceutical manufacturers, importers, and foreign drug establishments, and aims to reduce American dependence on Chinese-origin pharmaceutical ingredients and materials for national security purposes.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring the Carolina Hurricanes hockey team for winning the 2026 Stanley Cup championship. The resolution notes the team's dominant 16-3 postseason record and their series victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on June 14, 2026, marking the franchise's second Stanley Cup title, twenty years after their first. It recognizes key contributors including Head Coach Rod Brind'Amour, who also played on the 2006 championship team, Captain Jordan Staal, who earned playoff MVP honors, and General Manager Eric Tulsky. The resolution also highlights the team's community involvement supporting children, military families, and public safety personnel in North Carolina. As a symbolic measure, it carries no funding, legal requirements, or enforcement mechanism, and simply expresses congressional congratulations to the team.

This bill would restrict United States nonmilitary foreign assistance to organizations that the bill says provide or promote abortion, gender ideology, or what it calls discriminatory equity ideology. Foreign organizations receiving such assistance would be prohibited from engaging in these activities anywhere, while U.S. organizations would be restricted only within the scope of their federally funded programs and must maintain physical and financial separation between their foreign assistance work and other activities. The bill establishes detailed definitions for terms like abortion, gender ideology, and equity-related practices, and applies these restrictions to grants, cooperative agreements, and contributions to international organizations across global health, humanitarian, economic development, and civil society programs. The Secretary of State can waive these restrictions if doing so serves national security or foreign policy interests and the affected organization is the only provider of necessary services. The bill includes an exception allowing U.S. nongovernmental organizations to engage in restricted activities outside their federally funded programs and protects their First Amendment rights when using non-federal funds.

This Senate resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Kyle Thomas Busch, a NASCAR driver who died at age 41 on May 21, 2026. The resolution recounts Busch's racing career, from his early days in go-karts and Legends Cars through his rise to become the winningest driver in NASCAR's three national series history, with 234 total victories including 63 Cup Series wins and two Cup Series championships. It highlights his achievements, including being named one of NASCAR's 75 greatest drivers, winning multiple crown-jewel races, and building a devoted fanbase through his competitive "Rowdy" persona. The resolution does not create any new laws, allocate funding, or set policy timelines; it is a symbolic gesture expressing the Senate's condolences to Busch's family, including his wife Samantha and children Brexton and Lennix. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to formally share this tribute with the House of Representatives.

The Semiconductor Superiority Act amends federal tax law to clarify how the advanced manufacturing investment credit applies to semiconductor manufacturing facilities located in outer space, including low-Earth orbit. The bill allows companies building semiconductors in space to claim tax credits for equipment and property used to operate these facilities, even if some components are located on Earth or used for transportation between Earth and the space facility. The legislation specifies that qualified property can include flight control operations, crew habitation, facility repairs, and cargo transportation, while excluding launch vehicles themselves. The tax credit provisions apply to any property placed in service after the bill becomes law. This legislation primarily affects aerospace and technology companies that may invest in space-based semiconductor manufacturing, potentially lowering their tax burden and encouraging investment in this emerging industry sector.

The Encouraging Public Offerings Act of 2026 expands rules that allow companies to prepare for going public with greater privacy and flexibility. Currently, these confidential preparation and communication rights are limited mainly to emerging growth companies, but this bill extends them to all companies preparing for an initial public offering or those in their first year after going public. The changes allow companies to submit draft registration statements to the Securities and Exchange Commission confidentially for review, with public disclosure required at least 15 days before a road show or before the registration becomes effective. The SEC retains authority to establish additional rules for non-emerging growth companies and must report its findings to Congress before creating new regulations. This legislation aims to reduce barriers to public offerings and help more companies access the capital markets more efficiently.

The FARM AI Act of 2026 directs the Department of Agriculture to prioritize and expand access to artificial intelligence technologies across its programs and outreach efforts. The legislation makes AI a focus area in major USDA research and education programs, including those focused on competitive agricultural research, agricultural research and development, and cooperative extension services. The bill creates a new Artificial Intelligence Agriculture Advisor position within USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to coordinate AI adoption efforts across all states, provide technical assistance to farmers, and develop national AI standards in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The legislation also establishes new grant and fellowship programs specifically for workforce development and technical training in AI systems, precision agriculture, and computing for rural communities and agricultural workers. While the bill does not specify a total funding amount in the provided text, it directs these activities to be implemented through existing USDA research and extension programs.

This bill would require the mandatory detention of immigrants who are physically present in the United States but have not been formally admitted. Currently, immigration authorities have discretion in deciding whether to detain such individuals while their cases are processed. The legislation amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate that discretion and make detention mandatory for applicants at the border or points of entry. The bill does not specify funding amounts or implementation timelines. The measure affects immigrants in removal proceedings and would likely result in increased detention populations and associated costs for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

This Senate resolution expresses support for maintaining the United States dollar as the world's reserve currency and calls for measures to counter China's efforts to expand its economic influence globally. The resolution documents concerns about China's activities, including its development of a digital yuan currency, expansion of lending through the Belt and Road Initiative which invested over $1 trillion since 2013, creation of alternative financial payment systems to bypass U.S.-controlled channels, and efforts to internationalize the Chinese yuan through currency swap agreements with other central banks. The resolution notes that the dollar's share of global currency reserves has declined from 71 percent in 1999 to about 57 percent in 2025, while China's yuan has grown to nearly 2 percent of reserves. The resolution calls for the Senate to support protecting the dollar's reserve currency status, monitoring China's financial initiatives, strengthening U.S. economic ties with other regions, and working with allies on economic policies for developing countries. As a resolution expressing the sense of the Senate, this measure does not authorize spending or create binding policy but reflects congressional sentiment on these economic and national security concerns.

The Fighter Aircrew Career Flexibility Act establishes a pilot program allowing experienced Air Force fighter pilots and navigators to take temporary breaks from active duty service while remaining connected to the military. The program targets officers with the relevant pilot and navigator designations who have completed their initial training commitments, and allows them to take intermissions lasting between four months and one year before returning to active duty. During their time away, participants remain in the Individual Ready Reserve, maintain their security clearances and base access, continue receiving pay and benefits, and must participate in training to stay proficient. When they return to active service, participants must commit to an additional period equal to double their intermission length, and the Air Force cannot penalize them for participating during promotions or career advancement decisions. The Air Force Secretary must establish the program within one year of enactment and report back to Congress within four years on whether the pilot successfully improved retention of experienced fighter aircrew, with the program set to end five years after its establishment.

The Airpower Acceleration Act of 2026 authorizes the Secretary of Defense to enter into long-term multiyear contracts for buying F-35 and F-15EX fighter aircraft, streamlining the procurement process by waiving certain standard reporting requirements and allowing advance purchases of key components. The bill also establishes new inventory requirements for the Air Force, mandating maintenance of at least 1,800 total fighter aircraft through 2035 and requiring specific numbers of combat-ready fighters by 2030 and 2035. Additionally, the legislation increases the authorized F-15EX fleet size from 129 to 329 aircraft, with new purchases designated to replace older F-15E models. These changes are designed to accelerate military aircraft production and strengthen the defense supply chain by ensuring faster payment to subcontractors and suppliers. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026, with specific inventory milestones required by December 31, 2030 and 2035.

The RETAIN Act of 2026 aims to improve retention of military aviation officers by increasing their pay and benefits. The bill requires that aviation officers with more than eight years of service receive the maximum available aviation incentive pay, rather than variable amounts based on other criteria. Additionally, the legislation enhances the Air Force's rated officer retention demonstration program by offering eligible pilots greater flexibility in choosing duty locations, opportunities for staff assignments without relocating, and the option to transition to non-combat aviation positions. The bill also authorizes aviation bonuses of up to an average of $100,000 annually for participating officers and ensures these incentive packages are competitive with or exceed those offered by the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve. The demonstration program is extended through 2031, allowing the Air Force several additional years to test and refine these retention strategies.

The Marijuana Impact on Medicaid Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to collect and analyze data on how much the Medicaid program spends on hospital visits, emergency room visits, and outpatient services directly related to marijuana use. The bill affects Medicaid programs across all states and any individuals using the federal-state health insurance program for low-income and disabled Americans. The Secretary must complete this data collection and submit a report to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment, including findings and any recommendations for new legislation or administrative changes. The bill does not specify a funding amount but requires the HHS to use existing resources to gather this information. This legislation seeks to document the financial impact of marijuana-related medical issues on the Medicaid program as states continue to legalize cannabis in various forms.

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to establish a new defense cooperation program with countries that have signed or normalized relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords framework. The initiative would focus on strengthening military ties and coordinating defense efforts among participating Middle Eastern countries, with particular emphasis on countering Iranian aggression and developing shared military capabilities like air defense systems, intelligence networks, and special operations forces. The legislation requires the Defense Department to submit a detailed strategy and funding plan to Congress within 60 days of enactment, and encourages participating countries to contribute matching funds toward the program's costs. The bill affects Arab and Muslim-majority nations that have pursued diplomatic normalization with Israel since 2020, as well as military planners and defense officials in the United States and those countries. No specific funding amount is mandated in the text; instead, the Secretary must propose the necessary budget in the required report to Congress.

The FARM Stability Act modifies the H-2A visa program, which allows U.S. agricultural employers to hire temporary foreign workers. The bill authorizes the Secretary of Labor to establish a two-tiered wage system that pays experienced agricultural workers (those with formal training or significant experience) at a higher rate than entry-level workers. Additionally, the bill allows employers to receive a wage reduction credit for providing housing to H-2A workers, with the housing credit capped at no more than 30 percent of the applicable wage rate and calculated based on fair market rent for a four-bedroom unit in each state. The bill affects agricultural employers and temporary foreign workers in the H-2A program and gives the Department of Labor responsibility for annually setting these wage rates and adjustments. No specific funding is mentioned in the legislation, which was introduced in March 2026 and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.

The Regulation A+ Improvement Act of 2026 increases the fundraising limit for small companies using Regulation A+, a simplified securities offering process. Under current law, small firms can raise up to $50 million through this streamlined process; this bill raises that cap to $150 million. The legislation also requires the Securities and Exchange Commission to automatically adjust these limits every two years based on inflation, using the Consumer Price Index, to ensure the thresholds keep pace with economic changes. The bill aims to make it easier for small businesses and startups to raise capital without going through the full regulatory burden of traditional public offerings.

This bill would allow taxpayers to exclude small gains or losses from buying and selling virtual currency (like cryptocurrency) from their taxable income. The exemption applies to transactions where both the total sale value and the gain or loss are $200 or less, but it does not apply if the virtual currency is exchanged for cash, business property, or income-producing assets. The $200 threshold will automatically increase each year after 2027 to account for inflation, rounded to the nearest $10. The law would take effect for transactions completed after December 31, 2026, and would primarily benefit individual crypto users who make small trades, while larger transactions and business-related exchanges would still be subject to current tax rules.

This bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop standards and guidelines that help federal agencies prepare their publicly available government data for use by artificial intelligence systems. The standards will cover data quality, documentation, metadata, how to handle intellectual property concerns, and ways to make datasets downloadable, machine-readable, accurate, and secure. All federal agencies must adopt these standards once they are finalized, though agencies can adapt them to fit their specific missions as long as the data remains compatible across government systems. The Director of NIST must publish the standards within one year of the bill's enactment and review them at least every two years afterward, with public comment periods of at least 60 days. Additionally, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration must specifically ensure its weather forecasting data meets these standards to support artificial intelligence and machine learning in operational forecasting, and report annually to Congress on its progress for five years.