The Senate Committee on the Judiciary provides oversight of the Department of Justice and the agencies under the Department's jurisdiction, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Homeland Security. It also plays an important role in the consideration of nominations and pending legislation. Any legislation related to civil liberty, constitutional amendments, immigration and naturalization, and a variety of other topics is referred to the Committee.
Charles Ernest Grassley
Republican • IA
Amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to reauthorize and reform certain authorities and to provide greater transparency and oversight.
Referred To · February 23, 2026
Amend title 28, United States Code, to prohibit attorneys for the Government from being influenced by the political association, activities, or beliefs of a person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution or take other action against the person.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Amend the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to improve prohibitions on discrimination by public accommodations.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from admitting to the United States any national of the People's Republic of China without a valid visa, and for other purposes.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Establish an independent commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Remove linguistic barriers to participation in Gun Violence Prevention Strategies.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Prevent the purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
Amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to award grants for providing legal resources for petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders, and for other purposes.
Referred To · February 12, 2026
