June 2025

Digital Coast Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill would renew and update the Digital Coast program, which provides coastal communities with mapping technology and data tools to help them plan for natural disasters, manage their shorelines, and make decisions about development and conservation. The program serves state and local governments, emergency managers, and environmental organizations working along U.S. coasts and the Great Lakes. By reauthorizing the program, Congress would continue funding these data services that help communities prepare for hurricanes, flooding, and other coastal hazards.

Multiple Firearm Sales Reporting Modernization Act of 2025

The proposal would require gun dealers to report multiple firearm sales to federal law enforcement authorities more quickly and efficiently using updated electronic systems, rather than the current manual reporting methods. This change would help federal agents track patterns of bulk gun purchases that might indicate illegal trafficking or straw purchases (where someone buys guns for people prohibited from owning them). Gun dealers and law enforcement agencies would be the primary groups affected by these new reporting requirements.

Calling for the return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end the war against Ukraine.

This resolution calls on the U.S. government to make the return of Ukrainian children allegedly taken by Russia a requirement before any peace deal is finalized to end the war in Ukraine. The measure aims to ensure that any agreement to stop the fighting includes provisions for locating and returning children who have been separated from their families during the conflict. It reflects concern among lawmakers about the welfare of Ukrainian civilians, particularly minors, affected by the ongoing war.

Get Your Money Back Act

Get Your Money Back Act This bill requires the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to continue to implement the Direct File program and, for tax years beginning after 2025, requires each U.S. state and the District of Columbia to participate in the Direct File program. (The Direct File program currently allows qualified taxpayers in 25 participating states to prepare and electronically file free federal tax returns through a portal on the IRS’s website.)

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution to protect American citizenship.

This proposed constitutional amendment would change the rules for who automatically becomes a U.S. citizen at birth, potentially affecting children born to non-citizen parents in the United States. The amendment would need approval from two-thirds of both the House and Senate, plus ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures to become part of the Constitution. It would impact immigration policy and citizenship eligibility for future generations of Americans.

Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2025

Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2025 This bill establishes grants to support the implementation of extreme risk protection order laws at the state and local levels, extends federal firearms restrictions to individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders, and expands related data collection. Extreme risk protection order laws, or red flag laws, generally allow certain individuals (e.g., law enforcement officers or family members) to petition a court for a temporary order that prohibits an at-risk individual from purchasing and possessing firearms. Among its provisions, the bill directs the Department of Justice to establish a grant program to help states, local governments, Indian tribes, and other entities implement extreme risk protection order laws; extends federal restrictions on the receipt, possession, shipment, and transportation of firearms and ammunition to individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders; and requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation to compile records from federal, tribal, and state courts and other agencies that identify individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders.

Supporting the goals and ideals of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.

This resolution expresses support for raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other brain disorders during a designated awareness month. It encourages people, organizations, and government agencies to promote education and understanding about these conditions that affect millions of Americans and their families. The measure aims to highlight the importance of research, prevention, and support for those living with brain-related illnesses.

Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025

The proposal would increase funding and resources for mental health services in schools, allowing more students to access counseling, therapy, and crisis support during the school day. It aims to help schools hire additional mental health professionals and expand programs that address student anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges. Students, teachers, and school administrators would benefit from these expanded services, particularly in districts that currently lack adequate mental health support.

Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2025

The proposal would create a federal fund to help people pay for travel and related expenses when they need to leave their home state to access reproductive health services. This would assist individuals who live in states with restrictions on certain reproductive procedures and need to travel elsewhere for care. The fund would cover costs like transportation, lodging, and meals for patients and potentially a companion traveling with them.

123 GO Act

The bill's title is too vague to determine its specific policy goals from the name alone. Based on its referral to multiple committees including Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, and Energy, the legislation likely addresses international trade, defense partnerships, technology cooperation, or energy agreements with other countries, though the exact provisions and affected parties cannot be determined without reviewing the full bill text.

Equal Representation Act

This bill likely aims to change how representation works in government, though the specific reforms aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, it probably addresses issues like voting districts, congressional seats, or how different groups are represented in elected bodies. The changes would affect voters, elected officials, and potentially how political power is distributed across states or communities.

School Resource Officer Reform Act

This bill would reform how school resource officers—police officers stationed in schools—are funded and regulated, likely by changing tax incentives or federal funding mechanisms that support their programs. The legislation has been referred to both the tax and judiciary committees, suggesting it addresses both the financial side of school policing and the legal standards these officers must follow. The changes would affect schools, law enforcement agencies, and students by potentially shifting how these programs are paid for or what rules officers must follow while working in school buildings.

CLEAR Act

The bill would streamline environmental review processes for infrastructure projects by setting stricter timelines for federal agencies to complete environmental assessments and reducing the amount of paperwork required. This would affect construction companies, developers, and government agencies by potentially speeding up approval for roads, bridges, pipelines, and other major projects, though environmental groups worry it could limit public input and environmental protections. The measure passed committee on a close party-line vote and now moves toward a full legislative vote.

To clarify the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016, to appropriately limit the application of defenses based on the passage of time and other non-merits defenses to claims under that Act.

This bill permanently extends and expands judicial authority under the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016. The law allows and establishes procedures for civil claims and causes of action to recover artwork and other property lost between 1933 and 1945 because of Nazi persecution. Among the changes, the bill removes the deadline for filing civil claims or causes of action. Currently, the filing deadline is December 31, 2026. (Claims must still be filed within six years of the claimant's discovery of the property in question.) The bill permits courts to exercise jurisdiction over civil claims or causes of action against a foreign state without regard to the nationality or citizenship of the alleged victim. The art or property at issue must still have a connection to the foreign state's commercial activities in the United States. Additionally, the bill authorizes nationwide service of process, which allows courts to exercise personal jurisdiction over defendants in any judicial district where they may be found, reside, have an agent, or transact business. Finally, the bill limits the defenses that may be asserted against civil claims or causes of action, including by prohibiting defenses based on the passage of time, including equitable defenses such as laches (i.e., unreasonable delays); and discretionary bases for dismissal that are unrelated to the merits of the claim, including international comity (i.e., deference to the laws of other countries). These changes apply to pending and future civil claims or causes of action.

Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act of 2025

Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act of 2025 This bill establishes restrictions on the transfer of business inventory firearms by a federally licensed dealer, importer, or manufacturer of firearms (i.e., a federal firearms licensee, or FFL) whose license is revoked or denied. The term business inventory firearm means a firearm that is required to be recorded in the acquisition and disposition logs of a firearms business. Among the restrictions, the bill generally prohibits the transfer of a business inventory firearm by an FFL to their personal collection or employee after they receive written notice revoking or denying their license or by a former FFL to any non-FFL on or after the date their license is revoked. The bill also prohibits the transfer of a former business inventory firearm from a personal collection within one year of the date the firearm was transferred to the personal collection. An individual who violates the restrictions is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, prison term of up to one year (or five years if the violation was willful), or both. Finally, the bill requires the written notice revoking or denying a license to include the federal statutes and regulations that prohibit a non-FFL from engaging in the business of dealing in firearms, as well as the restrictions on transferring business inventory firearms by an FFL or former FFL whose license is revoked or denied.

Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025

Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 This bill expands Medicare coverage of intensive behavioral therapy for obesity. Specifically, the bill allows coverage for therapy that is provided by (1) a physician who is not a primary care physician; or (2) other health care providers (e.g., physician assistants and nurse practitioners) and approved counseling programs, if provided upon a referral from, and in coordination with, a physician or primary care practitioner. Currently, such therapy is covered only if provided by a primary care practitioner. The bill also allows coverage under Medicare's prescription drug benefit of drugs used for the treatment of obesity or for weight loss management for individuals who are overweight.

Undetectable Firearms Modernization Act

Undetectable Firearms Modernization Act This bill strengthens the detectability standard for firearms under federal firearms laws. Current law requires firearms to be detectable by walk-through metal detectors after the removal of grips, stocks, and magazines. Specifically, firearms must be as detectable as a security exemplar (i.e., a piece of stainless steel that is 3.7 ounces and in a shape resembling a handgun). There are exceptions, including for firearms manufactured for or sold to U.S. military or intelligence agencies. This bill requires firearms to contain detectable material after the removal of all parts other than major components. It defines detectable material as material that produces a magnetic field equivalent to that produced by 3.7 ounces of stainless steel. The bill also revises and broadens the exceptions to include firearms (1) received by, in the possession of, or under the control of the United States; or (2) produced pursuant to a contract with the United States.

Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act

The legislation would establish new standards and requirements to reduce air pollution from buildings and improve their infrastructure systems, affecting property owners, construction companies, and facility managers. It aims to make buildings more environmentally friendly by updating ventilation, heating, and cooling systems to meet cleaner air quality standards. The changes would likely increase construction and renovation costs but could reduce long-term energy expenses and improve indoor air quality for building occupants.

Prohibition of Medicaid Funding for Conversion Therapy Act

Prohibition of Medicaid Funding for Conversion Therapy Act This bill prohibits state Medicaid programs from covering conversion therapy. The bill defines conversion therapy as any practice or treatment that seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity in exchange for monetary compensation.

Safeguarding Americans From Extremist Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act

The legislation would strengthen security measures at the U.S. border to identify and prevent individuals with ties to extremist organizations from entering the country. It would give border agents and immigration officials additional tools and authority to screen travelers and assess potential security threats related to extremism. The bill would primarily affect border security personnel, immigration officials, and travelers crossing into the United States.

National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025

This bill would create a specialized team within the National Wildlife Refuge System to identify and remove invasive species—plants and animals that don't naturally belong in these protected areas and damage local ecosystems. The strike team would work to restore habitats and protect native wildlife by actively managing invasive species across the refuge system. This would affect refuge managers, conservation workers, and the many communities that depend on healthy wildlife populations and natural areas.

VA COST SAVINGS Enhancements Act

Department of Veterans Affairs Creation of On-Site Treatment Systems Affording Veterans Improvements and Numerous General Safety Enhancements Act or the VA COST SAVINGS Enhancements Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to install and operate an on-site regulated medical waste treatment system at each VA facility that would benefit from such a system's cost savings. In order to identify which VA facilities would benefit, the VA must develop a uniform regulated medical waste cost analysis model to determine the cost savings associated with the use of an on-site regulated medical waste treatment system.

ICE Act

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. The title "ICE Act" and subject "Immigration" could refer to multiple different bills with different purposes. To provide you with a factual, nonpartisan summary of what this specific bill would do, I would need additional details such as the bill number, the year it was introduced, or the specific provisions it contains.

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act

This bill would provide tax incentives and modernize tax rules for companies that develop and manufacture less-lethal weapons and de-escalation equipment used by law enforcement and security personnel. The changes would make it easier for these companies to invest in research and production by offering tax breaks or other financial benefits. The goal is to encourage innovation in non-lethal alternatives that police and security forces can use instead of traditional weapons.

Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian State on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death.

This resolution encourages India to pursue an independent investigation into the arrest, incarceration, and death of Father Stanislaus Lourduswamy (also known as Father Stan), a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody on July 5, 2021. The resolution also states that (1) the mistreatment and incarceration of individuals advocating for human rights cannot persist, and (2) freedom of expression is a fundamental human right.

Gun Records Restoration and Preservation Act

Gun Records Restoration and Preservation Act This bill removes limitations on the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to conduct activities related to the administration of federal firearms laws. Specifically, the bill removes provisions that limit the use of firearms tracing data, limit the disclosure of data under the Freedom of Information Act, prohibit imposing a requirement that gun dealers conduct a physical inventory, prohibit consolidating or centralizing records maintained by federal firearm licensees (e.g., gun dealers), and require background check records to be destroyed within 24 hours.

DLARA

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. The bill title "DLARA" and subject line "Commerce" don't provide the specific details about what this legislation would actually do, who it affects, or what changes it would make. To write a factual summary, I would need access to the bill's text or a description of its actual provisions.

Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act

The bill would help schools connect students with mental health services by improving how schools identify students who need support and making it easier for them to access counseling and treatment. It affects students, school staff, and mental health providers by creating better coordination between schools and mental health professionals. The goal is to address the growing mental health challenges among young people by removing barriers that prevent students from getting the help they need.

Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act of 2025

Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act of 2025 This bill makes changes to federal programs serving older individuals to facilitate care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) individuals. Under current law, certain services provided to older individuals must be targeted to populations with the greatest social need . The bill adds status as an LGBTQI individual and status as an individual living with HIV as factors contributing to greatest social need. The bill also explicitly allows grants that support the health, independence, and longevity of older individuals to be used for certain activities promoting services for individuals with the greatest social need. The bill establishes an Office of LGBTQI Inclusion within the Administration on Aging (AOA). The office must promote access to services for LGBTQI older individuals and coordinate related activities within the Department of Health and Human Services and among other federal entities. The bill also provides statutory authority for a national resource center on LGBTQI aging. The center must provide organizations that serve older individuals or LGBTQI individuals with information and technical assistance needed to effectively serve LGBTQI older individuals. Finally, the bill requires certain studies and reports on issues affecting LGBTQI older individuals. Specifically, state long-term care ombudsmen must collect and analyze data on discrimination against LGBTQI older individuals in long-term care settings. Further, the AOA must study the services needed by LGBTQI older individuals and collect data on the number of such individuals served by various services and activities.

Medicare Patient Choice Act

The bill would expand options for Medicare beneficiaries to choose their healthcare coverage and providers, likely by allowing seniors to select from a broader range of plans or giving them more flexibility in how they receive care. The changes would affect millions of Medicare recipients and could influence how insurance companies and healthcare providers operate under the program. The proposal has been sent to two congressional committees for review and discussion.

MAPS Act

Mapping America’s Pharmaceutical Supply Act or the MAPS Act This bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to continually update its essential medicines list and identify risks and vulnerabilities in the associated supply chains. In 2020, in response to an executive order, the FDA published a list of essential medicines deemed medically necessary to have available at all times. The bill requires the FDA to update and maintain this list to include drugs and ingredients (1) related to responding to public health threats and emergency incidents, (2) that are of greatest priority for providing health care and are at high risk of shortage, and (3) the shortage of which would adversely affect patients with chronic conditions. The FDA must review the list at least every two years and update it as appropriate. Also, the bill requires the FDA to conduct a risk assessment of the supply chains for drugs and ingredients on the list and annually report its findings to Congress. The assessment must include information about key manufacturing materials, drugs with primarily foreign or single suppliers, manufacturing capacity, relevant public health and national security risks, and risk mitigation strategies. Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must map and monitor relevant supply chains to identify vulnerabilities and provide an annual status report to Congress. HHS must facilitate the secure exchange of information among agencies regarding locations and quantities of production and relevant regulatory actions.

Veterans Border Patrol Training Act

Veterans Border Patrol Training Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to collaborate with the Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs to establish a five-year interdepartmental pilot program, under which DHS must use the DOD SkillBridge Program to train and hire transitioning servicemembers as border patrol agents for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025

Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025 This bill establishes certain requirements to address corrosion control in bridge and railroad-bridge projects that receive federal assistance. Specifically, certified contractors must employ a substantial number of individuals who are certified by a qualified training program in corrosion control, mitigation, and prevention in order to work on certain aspects of bridge project activities. A certified contractor must also provide training for any non-certified coating applicators employed by the contractor to work on certain aspects of a project. The bill further requires bridge projects to implement a corrosion management system that utilizes industry-recognized standards and corrosion mitigation and prevention methods for construction, repair, and maintenance projects. In addition, the bill expands the scope of the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program to include corrosion control work on rail bridges. (This program provides direct loans and loan guarantees for the development of railroad infrastructure.) The bill also requires the Department of Transportation to study and report on best practices for inspecting and addressing corrosion on weathering steel bridges. This report must be made available to state and local governments, metropolitan planning organizations, and regional organizations.

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026 This bill provides FY2026 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Specifically, the bill provides appropriations to DHS for Departmental Management, Intelligence, Situational Awareness, and Oversight, including the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management; the Management Directorate; Intelligence, Analysis, and Situational Awareness; and the Office of Inspector General. In addition, the bill provides appropriations for Security, Enforcement, and Investigations, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Transportation Security Administration, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Secret Service. The bill provides appropriations for Protection, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The bill provides appropriations for Research, Development, Training, and Services, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, and the Science and Technology Directorate. The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

Modernize the Au Pair Program Act of 2025

This bill would update the rules governing the au pair program, which allows young people from other countries to live with American families while providing childcare and household help in exchange for room, board, and a small stipend. The changes would likely modernize requirements around wages, working hours, housing standards, and protections for au pairs to reflect current conditions and ensure fair treatment of these young workers. The bill affects American families who hire au pairs, the au pair agencies that arrange these placements, and international young adults participating in the program.

Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2025

This bill would create new federal protections and enforcement measures to combat crimes specifically targeting veterans, likely including enhanced penalties for crimes against veterans and improved reporting or investigation procedures. The legislation aims to address concerns that veterans may be disproportionately vulnerable to certain crimes and deserve special legal protections. Veterans, law enforcement agencies, and the federal justice system would be the primary groups affected by these new rules.

Supporting Trade and Rebuilding Opportunity for National Growth Act

This bill aims to support American businesses and economic growth through trade policies and programs that help companies compete globally and expand domestically. It likely includes measures to assist small businesses in accessing new markets, reducing trade barriers, and creating jobs across different industries. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Small Business to determine its specific provisions and potential impact on entrepreneurs and workers.

Recognizing the significance of "National Caribbean American Heritage Month".

The proposal would officially recognize a national month dedicated to celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Caribbean Americans. This would give Caribbean American communities formal recognition similar to other heritage months already observed by the federal government. The designation would encourage schools, businesses, and government agencies to acknowledge and celebrate Caribbean American heritage during that designated time.

TPS Reform Act of 2025

The legislation would reform the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program, which currently allows foreign nationals from countries experiencing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other crises to live and work in the United States temporarily. The changes would affect hundreds of thousands of immigrants currently in the country under TPS designations, as well as their employers and families, by modifying how the government decides which countries qualify for the program and how long people can stay.

Securing Our Propane Supply Act

Securing Our Propane Supply Act This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to study and evaluate methods of addressing disruptions to propane supplies, which are used to heat homes. Specifically, DOE must study the feasibility and effectiveness of establishing a national strategic propane reserve that is separate from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. If the study recommends the establishment of a reserve, then DOE must develop an implementation plan. The plan must include the most practicable method for establishing the reserve.

Taxpayer Protection Act

Taxpayer Protection Act This bill limits the authority of the President (or any other member of the executive branch) to withhold federal funding to certain states. The bill also establishes a fund to provide funding to such states if funding is withheld. Specifically, the bill prohibits the President (or any other member of the executive branch) from (1) imposing a general prohibition on awarding federal funding to a donor state (or any political subdivision, hospital, school, or nonprofit entity in such state); or (2) revoking or suspending such federal funding unless the Government Accountability Office determines the donor state (or any political subdivision, hospital, school, or nonprofit entity in such state) committed fraud, waste, or abuse related to such funding. A donor state is any state in which the state’s taxpayers paid more federal income taxes than the state received in federal funding on average over the three-year period preceding the bill's enactment date. Finally, the bill establishes and provides specified funds to the Donor State Protection Trust Fund to provide funding to donor states in certain circumstances where federal funds are withheld in violation of this bill. (Conditions and limitations apply.)

Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act

This bill would change how married couples are taxed to ensure they don't pay more in federal income taxes simply because they're married rather than single. Currently, some married couples face a "marriage penalty" where their combined tax bill is higher than it would be if they filed as unmarried individuals, and this bill aims to eliminate that disadvantage. The changes would affect millions of married taxpayers across the country by potentially lowering their tax burden.

Community Wood Facilities Assistance Act of 2025

Community Wood Facilities Assistance Act of 2025 This bill makes changes to grant programs administered by the Forest Service to promote wood products. Specifically, the bill reauthorizes through FY2030, modifies, and renames the Community Wood Facilities Grant program. Currently named the Community Wood Energy and Wood Innovation Program, this program provides competitive grants to fund a portion of the capital costs for installing community wood energy systems or building innovative wood products facilities. Modifications to the program include increasing the maximum grant amount per facility, increasing the portion of a project's cost that may be covered by a grant, and changing the grant selection criteria. The bill also modifies the Wood Innovation Grant Program, which provides grants to develop and expand the market for innovative wood products. Specifically, the bill increases the portion of a project's cost that may be covered by such a grant. The bill also modifies both programs to prioritize grants for the construction, use, or retrofitting of forest products manufacturing.

Expanding Access to Lending Options Act

This bill would likely make it easier for people and small businesses to borrow money by expanding the types of lenders available and reducing restrictions on how they can operate. The changes would probably affect banks, credit unions, online lenders, and borrowers by creating more lending options and potentially lowering barriers for non-traditional lenders to enter the market. The goal appears to be giving consumers and businesses more choices when they need loans while potentially increasing competition among lenders.

Canyon’s Law

I don't have access to the specific details of Canyon's Law beyond its title and referral information. To write an accurate summary of what this bill would actually do, I would need to review its full text or legislative summary. I'd recommend checking Congress.gov or your representative's website for the complete bill details so I can provide you with an accurate explanation of its concrete effects.

WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors, to World War II nurses who served in the military during the war. These nurses, who provided critical medical care to wounded soldiers in combat zones and field hospitals, would be recognized for their bravery and sacrifice during the conflict. The medal serves as a formal national acknowledgment of their contributions to the war effort.

No Gratuities for Governing Act of 2025

This bill would prohibit federal officials and employees from accepting gifts, tips, or other financial benefits from people or organizations they interact with in their official duties. The measure aims to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest by establishing stricter rules around what government workers can receive while performing their jobs.

Integrating Social Workers Across Health Care Settings Act

Integrating Social Workers Across Health Care Settings Act This bill expands the scope of services that may be performed by clinical social workers under Medicare. Specifically, the bill allows clinical social workers to furnish any services that they are authorized to furnish under state law, rather than only services that relate to diagnosing or treating mental illnesses.

No Secret Police Act of 2025

This bill would restrict the federal government's ability to conduct undercover immigration enforcement operations without proper oversight and transparency requirements. It likely aims to prevent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and related agencies from using covert tactics or informants in ways that could target communities without public accountability. The measure affects both immigrants and citizens by establishing rules around how federal agents can investigate immigration violations.

the Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025

This bill would require the military to publicly disclose information about PFAS chemicals (known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down in the environment) found at military bases and facilities, and to report on efforts to clean up contamination. The transparency requirements would help communities near military installations understand potential health risks from water and soil contamination, and track the Pentagon's progress in addressing the problem.

Strengthening Protections for Domestic Violence and Stalking Survivors Act of 2025

Strengthening Protections for Domestic Violence and Stalking Survivors Act of 2025 This bill extends federal restrictions on the receipt, possession, shipment, and transportation of firearms and ammunition to new types of stalking and domestic violence offenders. Specifically, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who are convicted of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. The term misdemeanor crime of stalking means a federal, state, tribal, or local offense involving harassment, intimidation, or surveillance that (1) causes emotional distress; or (2) places a person in reasonable fear of harm to themselves, an immediate family member, a current or former cohabitant, an intimate partner, or a pet. Additionally, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who are subject to a domestic violence protection order that restrains them from harassing, stalking, or threatening a current or former dating partner (regardless of when the relationship occurred) or an individual similarly situated to a spouse. Currently, the restrictions only apply if the domestic violence protection order restrains the individual from harassing, stalking, or threatening a co-parent, a current or former spouse, or a current or former cohabitant. Finally, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who commit a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against the child of a current or recent former dating partner. Currently, the restrictions only apply if the offense is committed against a current or recent former dating partner.

Community Solar Consumer Choice Act of 2025

This bill would allow more Americans to benefit from solar energy by letting them subscribe to shared solar projects in their communities rather than having to install panels on their own roofs. Renters, people with shaded homes, and those who can't afford individual solar systems would gain access to clean energy and potentially lower electricity bills through these community solar programs. The legislation aims to expand solar energy options for everyday consumers while supporting the growth of renewable energy across the country.

LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025

This bill would ban the use of "panic defenses" in criminal trials, which are arguments claiming that a defendant's violent actions were a reasonable reaction to discovering someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. The law would prevent defendants accused of assault or murder from using a victim's LGBTQ+ status as a legal justification for their actions in federal courts and would encourage states to adopt similar restrictions.

PFAS National Drinking Water Standard Act of 2025

This bill would require the Environmental Protection Agency to set national drinking water safety limits for PFAS chemicals, which are human-made substances found in many consumer products and industrial sites that can contaminate water supplies. The standards would apply to all public water systems across the country, protecting millions of Americans who rely on tap water by ensuring PFAS levels don't exceed safe thresholds. Water utilities would need to test for these chemicals and treat their water if contamination is found, which could increase costs for some communities but would reduce health risks from long-term exposure to these persistent chemicals.

VA Flood Preparedness Act

VA Flood Preparedness Act This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to make contributions to local authorities to mitigate the risk of flooding on local property adjacent to VA medical facilities.

First Responders Emergency Assistance Act

This bill would likely provide emergency assistance or special immigration benefits to first responders—such as police officers, firefighters, and paramedics—who are injured or killed in the line of duty, or to their families. The measure appears designed to help first responders and their dependents navigate immigration processes or receive support during emergencies, though the specific assistance being offered would depend on the bill's detailed provisions.

Fairness in Vineyard Data Act

Fairness in Vineyard Data Act This bill requires the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) to conduct a survey, within one year of the bill's enactment, on grape production in each state and publish the data on the NASS website. In each of the following four years, NASS must make publicly available on the website data from the five states with the highest grape production in the preceding year.

American Agricultural Security Research Act of 2025

This bill would fund and support research programs aimed at improving the security and resilience of American agriculture, likely focusing on areas like crop protection, disease prevention, and food supply chain safety. The funding would help farmers, agricultural scientists, and food producers develop better methods to prevent crop failures, combat pests and diseases, and protect against threats to the food system. The bill has been sent to the House Agriculture Committee for review.

Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025

Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025 This bill lowers the standard for establishing that a defendant's conduct constitutes a federal hate crime offense. Currently, federal law prohibits willfully causing bodily injury or using a dangerous weapon to attempt to do so because of the actual or perceived protected characteristic (e.g., race or religion) of any person. In a prosecution for a hate crime offense, the government must establish that the defendant committed prohibited conduct because of a specific protected characteristic. The phrase because of is not defined. However, since 2014, courts have generally held that because of relates to causation and requires the government to establish but-for causation. For example, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit held in United States v. Miller that in a prosecution for a hate crime offense, the phrase because of required the government to establish that but for the religion of the victims, the defendants would not have committed the assaults. This bill replaces the because of standard, which relates to causation, with a new standard related to motive. Under the new standard, willfully causing bodily injury or using a dangerous weapon to attempt to do so is a hate crime offense if the actual or perceived protected characteristic of any person is a contributory motivating factor in the offense.

Strengthening Protections for Domestic Violence and Stalking Survivors Act of 2025

Strengthening Protections for Domestic Violence and Stalking Survivors Act of 2025 This bill extends federal restrictions on the receipt, possession, shipment, and transportation of firearms and ammunition to new types of stalking and domestic violence offenders. Specifically, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who are convicted of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. The term misdemeanor crime of stalking means a federal, state, tribal, or local offense involving harassment, intimidation, or surveillance that (1) causes emotional distress; or (2) places a person in reasonable fear of harm to themselves, an immediate family member, a current or former cohabitant, an intimate partner, or a pet. Additionally, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who are subject to a domestic violence protection order that restrains them from harassing, stalking, or threatening a current or former dating partner (regardless of when the relationship occurred) or an individual similarly situated to a spouse. Currently, the restrictions only apply if the domestic violence protection order restrains the individual from harassing, stalking, or threatening a co-parent, a current or former spouse, or a current or former cohabitant. Finally, the bill extends federal firearms-related restrictions to individuals who commit a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against the child of a current or recent former dating partner. Currently, the restrictions only apply if the offense is committed against a current or recent former dating partner.

PRIDE Act of 2025

The proposal would modify tax rules related to retirement accounts and investment income for individuals and businesses. The changes would affect how people save for retirement and how investment earnings are taxed, potentially impacting workers with 401(k)s and similar plans, as well as investors and small business owners. The House Committee on Ways and Means is currently reviewing the proposal to determine whether it should move forward.

SEED Act of 2025

The SEED Act would likely make changes to financial regulations or banking rules, though the specific details aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its placement in the finance category, it probably affects banks, financial institutions, or investors in some way. The bill has advanced through committee and is now scheduled for a vote in the full House.

Housing not Handcuffs Act of 2025

This bill aims to address homelessness and housing shortages by prioritizing housing solutions over criminal penalties for people experiencing homelessness. Rather than allowing cities to arrest or jail homeless individuals, the legislation would likely require communities to invest in affordable housing, shelter services, and support programs as the primary response to homelessness. The bill would affect homeless individuals, local governments, housing developers, and social service organizations.

CONNECT for Health Act of 2025

The bill aims to improve health care access and coordination, though the specific details of how it would do so are not yet clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to committees handling health policy and tax matters, it likely addresses issues such as expanding health insurance coverage, improving how different health care providers share patient information, or adjusting how health care is funded. The bill would affect patients seeking medical care, health care providers, insurance companies, and potentially employers who offer health benefits.

Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025

This bill would establish or expand health care coverage and benefits specifically for workers in the energy industry, which includes people employed in oil, gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy sectors. The legislation aims to address health care access or costs for these workers, who may face unique occupational health risks or work in areas with limited medical services. The bill is currently under review by the Senate committee responsible for health and labor policy.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.

This bill prohibits smoking on the premises of any Veterans Health Administration facility. The bill defines smoking as the use of cigarettes, cigars, and pipes (i.e., the heating or combustion of tobacco), as well as the use of any electronic nicotine delivery system.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act

Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act This bill applies the Indian Reorganization Act (IRA) to the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. Additionally, the bill reaffirms previous decisions by the Department of the Interior to take land into trust for the tribe under the IRA. A 2009 Supreme Court case, Carcieri v. Salazar, decided that Interior could not take land into trust for a specified tribe because that tribe had not been under federal jurisdiction when the IRA was enacted in 1934. This bill (1) affirms the applicability of the IRA to the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, thereby deeming the tribe to be under federal jurisdiction as of June 18, 1934, for purposes of the IRA; and (2) reaffirms prior decisions by Interior to take land into trust for the benefit of the tribe.

Burma GAP Act

The legislation would ban imports of goods made in Burma (Myanmar) unless the country meets certain human rights and labor standards, and would require the U.S. government to report on forced labor practices there. This would affect American companies that source products from Burma and consumers who buy goods made there, while putting pressure on the Burmese government to improve worker protections and democratic freedoms.

Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025

Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025 This bill affirms federal recognition of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians of Michigan. Specifically, the bill makes the tribe and its members eligible for services and benefits provided to federally recognized tribes, without regard to the existence of a reservation for the tribe or the location of the residence of any member on or near a reservation. The service area of the tribe shall be Newaygo, Oceana, Kent, Muskegon, and Ottawa Counties in Michigan. Further, the tribe must submit a membership roll to the Department of the Interior as a condition of receiving recognition, services, and benefits. The tribe must maintain the membership roll. The bill directs Interior to (1) acquire, for the benefit of the tribe, trust title to land within Muskegon, Newaygo, or Oceana Counties; and (2) accept into trust any real property located in those counties for the benefit of the tribe if the property is conveyed to Interior and, at the time of such acceptance, there are no adverse legal claims on such property (e.g., outstanding liens, mortgages, or taxes owed). Additionally, the bill allows Interior to (1) acquire additional land for the benefit of the tribe, and (2) take into trust land in specified counties for the benefit of the tribe. Any land taken into trust for the benefit of the tribe shall, upon request of the tribe, be considered part of the tribe's reservation.

NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025

NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025 This bill establishes an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public within NRC jurisdiction and support public participation in NRC proceedings and activities. The bill also authorizes the NRC to compensate certain persons for reasonable attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, and other costs of participating in NRC proceedings in certain circumstances where participation in the proceeding without compensation constitutes a significant financial hardship.

Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act of 2025

This bill would provide funding and resources to help teachers and school staff address mental health challenges like stress, burnout, and depression. The legislation would likely support programs such as counseling services, mental health training, and wellness initiatives in schools to improve the wellbeing of educators who work directly with students.

Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act

Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act This bill limits how Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data may be used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and government agencies. The bill also establishes disclosure requirements for certain user fees imposed on general aviation aircraft at public-use airports and limits the purposes for which the fees may be used. As background, ADS-B transmits information (e.g., location and weather information) between aircraft and air traffic control. The bill prohibits a person or government agency from using ADS-B data to identify an aircraft in order to assess a fee or otherwise impose a charge on the aircraft owner or operator. The bill also specifies that air traffic controllers may only use ADS-B data to assist in tracking aircraft and improving air traffic safety and efficiency, or for other purposes determined appropriate by the Department of Transportation after notice and public comment. Further, the bill prohibits any federal, state, local, territorial, or tribal official from initiating an investigation (excluding a criminal investigation) of a person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Under current law, this prohibition only applies to the FAA. In addition, owners and operators of public-use airports must publicly disclose financial information about certain expenses and cost estimates for airside safety projects (e.g., runway or taxiway safety improvements) prior to charging landing or takeoff fees for general aviation aircraft (e.g., aircraft used for personal, recreational, or flight training purposes). Further, any revenue from these fees may only be used for airside safety projects.

Ensuring Justice for Camp Lejeune Victims Act of 2025

This bill would provide legal remedies and compensation for people who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, a major Marine Corps base in North Carolina, and suffered health problems as a result. The legislation aims to help veterans, military families, and civilian workers who lived or worked at the base get justice through lawsuits or settlements for illnesses they believe were caused by the water contamination. It addresses a long-standing environmental health issue that affected thousands of people over several decades.

Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025

The proposal would establish or expand health care coverage and benefits for workers in the energy industry, potentially including those in oil, gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy sectors. It aims to address health care access and costs for energy workers and may cover areas like medical insurance, occupational health protections, or retirement health benefits. The bill is currently being reviewed by committees in Congress to determine what specific health care provisions should be included.

Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025

This bill would require companies to test and disclose how their algorithms make decisions that affect consumers, such as determining what content people see online, setting prices, or evaluating creditworthiness. Companies would need to identify and report potential biases or harms caused by these automated systems, and regulators would have authority to investigate and take action against algorithms that unfairly discriminate or deceive people. The rules would apply to large tech companies, financial institutions, and other businesses that use algorithms to make significant decisions about customers.

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a workforce development strategy to address the need for cybersecurity professionals in rural hospitals. Among other topics, the strategy must consider (1) partnerships between rural hospitals, hospitals that are not rural hospitals, educational institutions, and private nonprofit or for-profit entities; and (2) the development of a cybersecurity curriculum for use in rural educational institutions. HHS must annually brief Congress on the strategy and any programs or initiatives established thereunder. Additionally, HHS must disseminate free materials that rural hospitals may use to train staff about cybersecurity.

Flood Resiliency and Land Stewardship Act

Flood Resiliency and Land Stewardship Act This bill amends the purpose of the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) of the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to include the prevention and mitigation of the effects of flooding and drought and the improvement or expansion of flood resiliency. Under the RCPP, USDA enters into agreements with eligible partners to deliver conservation projects in specific geographical areas. Within an RCPP project, producers enter into contracts and agreements with USDA to carry out eligible conservation activities.

Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act

Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act This bill establishes a pilot program for the Office on Violence Against Women to award grants to reduce domestic violence that occurs using any form of technology.

ARMS Act

The proposal would establish or modify regulations related to transportation and public works infrastructure, with specific provisions being reviewed by lawmakers focused on transportation and maritime security issues. The bill would affect transportation companies, port operators, and potentially shipping and logistics businesses that rely on secure maritime operations. Details about the specific changes are currently under review by the relevant congressional subcommittee.

PAPA Act of 2025

Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act or the PAPA Act of 2025 This bill limits how Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data may be used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other government agencies. The bill also establishes disclosure requirements for certain user fees imposed on general aviation aircraft at public-use airports and limits the purposes for which the fees may be used. As background, ADS-B transmits information (e.g., location and weather information) between aircraft and air traffic control. The bill prohibits a person or government agency from using ADS-B data to identify an aircraft in order to impose a charge on the aircraft owner or operator. The bill also specifies that air traffic controllers may only use ADS-B data to assist in tracking aircraft and improving air traffic safety and efficiency, or for other purposes determined appropriate by the Department of Transportation after notice and public comment. Further, the bill prohibits any federal, state, local, territorial, or tribal official from initiating an investigation (excluding a criminal investigation) of a person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Under current law, this prohibition only applies to the FAA. In addition, owners and operators of public-use airports must publicly disclose financial information about certain expenses and cost estimates for airside safety projects (e.g., runway or taxiway safety improvements) prior to charging landing or takeoff fees for general aviation aircraft (e.g., aircraft used for personal, recreational, or flight training purposes). Further, any revenue from these fees may only be used for airside safety projects.

Restoring Judicial Separation of Powers Act

Restoring Judicial Separation of Powers Act This bill revises the federal statutory framework that confers appellate jurisdiction to courts. Among the changes, the bill grants the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit—not the Supreme Court—jurisdiction over direct appeals from final decisions of three-judge panels, and appeals by certiorari and certified questions. The bill also establishes a 13-judge multi-circuit panel and grants it jurisdiction over any case in which the United States or a federal agency is a party, or a case concerning constitutional interpretation, statutory interpretation of federal law, or the function or actions of an executive order. Finally, the bill specifies that whenever an action before a federal court seeks injunctive relief barring the enforcement of a federal law, statute, regulation, or order against a nonparty, the court shall, upon a motion of a party, transfer the action to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

Small Business Relief Act

Small Business Relief Act This bill allows issuers of securities to have institutional investors and buyers in a class of securities without needing to comply with certain Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registration requirements. Currently, issuers of securities must register with and periodically report to the SEC when, among other requirements, the number of investors in a class of securities exceeds a specific cap. Under the bill, qualified institutional buyers and institutional accredited investors do not count towards this cap.

CIRCUIT Act

The CIRCUIT Act addresses tax policy, though the specific details of what changes it would make are not clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the House Ways and Means Committee, it likely proposes modifications to how certain businesses or individuals are taxed. Without more information about the bill's contents, the exact impact on taxpayers, workers, or companies cannot be determined.

Protect RAIL Act

The legislation would establish stricter immigration enforcement measures focused on rail transportation and border security. It would affect railroad companies, immigration authorities, and individuals traveling by train, potentially requiring enhanced documentation checks and reporting procedures at rail facilities. The bill aims to prevent unauthorized border crossings and immigration violations through increased oversight of rail-based transportation.

End Junk Fees for Renters Act

This bill would prohibit landlords from charging renters hidden or unnecessary fees beyond rent, such as application fees, processing fees, or other charges that don't reflect actual costs. The law would require landlords to disclose all fees upfront and limit what they can charge for things like credit checks or lease applications, protecting renters from unexpected expenses when signing a lease or applying for housing.

EVEST Act

The EVEST Act would establish or modify benefits and support programs for military veterans and service members. Based on its focus on armed forces and national security, the bill likely aims to improve access to education, healthcare, housing, or other services for people who have served in the military or their families.

Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act of 2025

Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act of 2025 This bill broadens the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to administer federal laws governing the licensing, inspection, and enforcement of federally licensed dealers, importers, and manufacturers of firearms (federal firearms licensees, or FFLs). The bill also increases criminal penalties for FFLs and licensed collectors who commit certain recordkeeping violations. With respect to licensing, the bill allows the ATF to deny an application for a federal firearms license if it would endanger public safety or if the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law. Additionally, the bill enhances the ATF's inspection authority, including by increasing the maximum number of annual compliance inspections to three (currently, one) and by authorizing an additional 80 personnel to conduct inspections. The bill also expands the ATF's enforcement authority, including by allowing it to suspend the license of or impose a civil penalty on an FFL who violates federal firearms laws or regulations and by allowing it to require an FFL to conduct physical inventories if the FFL unlawfully transfers a firearm or if 10 or more firearms used in a crime are traced back to the FFL. Finally, the bill increases the maximum prison term to five years (currently, one year) for an FFL or licensed collector who knowingly makes a false statement or representation in required firearms records.

Apples to Apples Comparison Act of 2025

The bill would require health insurance plans to present their costs and coverage options in a standardized, easy-to-compare format so consumers can directly evaluate different plans side-by-side. This would help patients and workers shopping for health insurance understand what they're paying for and make better decisions about which plan works best for their needs. The measure affects insurance companies, employers who offer health benefits, and anyone purchasing or comparing health insurance plans.

Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025

The bill would expand health insurance coverage and access to medical services for immigrant families, including those who are undocumented or have mixed immigration statuses. It aims to remove barriers that currently prevent immigrants from enrolling in federal health programs like Medicaid and receiving preventive care. The legislation would affect millions of immigrants and their families while potentially changing how states and the federal government fund healthcare for this population.

A resolution condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota and calling for unity and the rejection of political violence in Minnesota and across the United States.

This resolution condemns the June 14, 2025, attacks on Minnesota state legislators and calls on the people of the United States to reaffirm our commitment to a safe, civil, and peaceful democracy. The resolution also honors (1) the lives of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman who were killed, (2) Senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette Hoffman who were critically injured, and (3) the law enforcement officers who rapidly responded to the attacks and apprehended the suspected perpetrator.

Recycling and Composting Accountability Act

The proposal would require companies that produce packaged goods to take responsibility for managing the waste their products create, including setting up or funding recycling and composting programs. Manufacturers would need to meet specific targets for reducing waste and increasing the amount of their packaging that gets recycled or composted. This would affect major corporations and packaging producers while potentially changing how consumers access recycling services in their communities.

Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025

Women's Health Protection Act of 2025 This bill prohibits governmental restrictions on the provision of, and access to, abortion services. Before fetal viability, governments may not restrict providers from using particular abortion procedures or drugs, offering abortion services via telemedicine, or immediately providing abortion services if delaying risks the patient's health. Furthermore, governments may not require providers to perform unnecessary medical procedures, provide medically inaccurate information, or comply with credentialing or other conditions that do not apply to providers who offer medically comparable services to abortions. Additionally, governments may not require patients to make medically unnecessary in-person visits before receiving abortion services or disclose their reasons for obtaining services. After fetal viability, governments may not restrict providers from performing abortions when necessary to protect a patient's life and health. The same provisions that apply to abortions before viability also apply to necessary abortions after viability. Additionally, states may authorize post-viability abortions in circumstances beyond those that the bill considers necessary. Further, the bill recognizes an individual's right to interstate travel, including for abortion services. The bill also prohibits governments from implementing measures that are similar to those restricted by the bill or that otherwise target and impede access to abortion services, unless the measure significantly advances the safety of abortion services or health of patients and cannot be achieved through less restrictive means. The Department of Justice, individuals, or providers may sue states or government officials to enforce this bill, regardless of certain immunity that would otherwise apply.

Cancer Drug Parity Act of 2025

This bill would require health insurance plans to treat cancer drugs the same way they treat other medications, preventing insurers from charging patients higher out-of-pocket costs or imposing stricter limits specifically for cancer treatments. The measure aims to make cancer drugs more affordable and accessible for patients by eliminating insurance practices that single out these medications for harsher coverage rules compared to drugs for other conditions.

Designate CAIR as a Terrorist Organization Act

This bill would officially label the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), a Muslim advocacy organization, as a terrorist organization under U.S. law. If passed, this designation would restrict CAIR's activities, freeze its assets, and make it illegal for Americans to provide support to the group, though CAIR and its supporters argue the organization is a legitimate civil rights group. The bill has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee for consideration.

Fuel Emissions Freedom Act

This bill would likely reduce or eliminate environmental regulations on fuel emissions, giving companies more flexibility in how much pollution their vehicles or fuel products can release. The changes would affect automakers, oil refineries, and other industries that produce or use fuel, while potentially impacting air quality and environmental standards that currently limit greenhouse gases and other pollutants.

Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act

Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act This bill broadens the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to administer federal laws governing the licensing, inspection, and enforcement of federally licensed dealers, importers, and manufacturers of firearms (federal firearms licensees, or FFLs). The bill also increases criminal penalties for FFLs and licensed collectors who commit certain recordkeeping violations. With respect to licensing, the bill allows the ATF to deny an application for a federal firearms license if it would endanger public safety or if the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law. Additionally, the bill enhances the ATF's inspection authority, including by increasing the maximum number of annual compliance inspections to three (currently, one) and by authorizing an additional 80 personnel to conduct inspections. The bill also expands the ATF's enforcement authority, including by allowing it to suspend the license of or impose a civil penalty on an FFL who violates federal firearms laws or regulations and by allowing it to require an FFL to conduct physical inventories if the FFL unlawfully transfers a firearm or if 10 or more firearms used in a crime are traced back to the FFL. Finally, the bill increases the maximum prison term to five years (currently, one year) for an FFL or licensed collector who knowingly makes a false statement or representation in required firearms records.

Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act

This legislation would protect a woman's right to access abortion services nationwide by preventing states from banning or severely restricting abortion before fetal viability. It would affect women seeking reproductive healthcare, abortion providers, and states that have passed restrictive abortion laws. The bill aims to establish a federal standard that supersedes varying state laws on abortion access.

VET Act of 2025

The VET Act of 2025 addresses policies related to the armed forces and national security, though the specific provisions are not yet detailed in available records. Based on its title and subject matter, the bill likely focuses on veterans' benefits, military readiness, or defense-related programs, and would affect service members, veterans, and potentially defense contractors. The bill is currently in the early stages of review with subcommittee hearings underway to examine its proposals.

Expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2025 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

This resolution supports the designation of National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The resolution supports (1) the education of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, their families, and the public about post-traumatic stress; and (2) efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to foster cultural change around the issue of post-traumatic stress. The resolution also encourages the leadership of the Armed Forces to support treatment of members of the Armed Forces who suffer from post-traumatic stress.

Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act

This bill would designate the Polisario Front, a militant group involved in the Western Sahara conflict, as a foreign terrorist organization, which would restrict its ability to operate in the United States and limit financial support to it. The designation would affect the group's access to U.S. banking, fundraising, and travel, and could impact diplomatic relations with countries that support the organization. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees to determine how to proceed.

Fire Weather Development Act of 2025

Fire Weather Development Act of 2025 This bill establishes programs and requirements related to wildfire forecasting, detection, and management, particularly with respect to communication and collaboration among officials and first responders. For example, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) must establish a program to improve fire forecasting and service delivery through collaboration between federal, state, and local entities. The program must seek to improve the understanding and prediction of wildfires, the assessment of fire weather, and the timeliness of related communications with state and local officials. Under the program, NOAA may conduct research and development activities related to fire weather and environments, contract with private entities to obtain airborne and space-based data to support fire prediction and monitoring, and conduct pilot programs to test the use of unmanned aircraft systems (i.e., drones) for fire weather observations. The bill also establishes (1) an interagency committee to coordinate the development of wildfire forecasting and the delivery of related products and services to state and local officials; (2) a national advisory committee to offer recommendations on streamlining federal forecasting information, the management and activities of the interagency committee, and other topics; and (3) a fire weather testbed to enable engagement among governments and other stakeholders. The bill exempts emergency wildfire suppression work performed by incident meteorologists of the National Weather Service from certain premium pay limitations. Finally, the National Institute of Standards and Technology must publish recommendations for improving coordination of communications among first responders and fire management officials.

Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2025

This bill would provide financial support and resources to families caring for people with autism, likely through tax credits, grants, or direct assistance programs to help cover therapy costs, medical expenses, and other care-related expenses. The legislation aims to reduce the financial burden on parents and guardians who manage autism care at home, which can be expensive and time-consuming. Families with autistic children or relatives would be the primary beneficiaries of these support measures.

Safer Response Act of 2025

The bill would likely establish new safety standards or protocols for emergency response systems in healthcare settings, though the specific requirements would depend on the final legislation. It may affect hospitals, emergency medical services, and healthcare workers by setting rules for how they respond to certain medical situations or crises. The measure has been sent to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for review and consideration.

Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025

Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 This bill requires (1) the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to issue guidance to support coverage of prenatal and postpartum pelvic health services under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), (2) the Government Accountability Office to study gaps in Medicaid coverage of these and other services for postpartum women, and (3) the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to educate health professionals and postpartum women on pelvic health services.

Pro Codes Act

The bill would establish standards and requirements for professional licensing codes used across different states and industries, making it easier for workers to move between states without having to get completely new licenses. This would help skilled professionals like electricians, plumbers, and other tradespeople work across state lines more efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards. The measure affects both workers seeking to practice their trade in multiple states and businesses that employ them.

GOLDEN DOME Act of 2025

The bill would establish new security protocols and oversight measures for military installations and defense facilities to protect against unauthorized access and potential threats. It affects military personnel, defense contractors, and federal agencies responsible for national security by requiring enhanced screening procedures and updated security infrastructure at armed forces locations. The legislation aims to strengthen the physical security of sensitive defense sites across the country.

Tsunami Warning, Research, and Education Act of 2025

This bill would improve how the U.S. prepares for and responds to tsunamis by strengthening warning systems, funding research to better understand tsunami risks, and supporting education programs to help coastal communities know what to do in an emergency. It would affect coastal residents, emergency management agencies, and scientists working to predict and track these dangerous ocean waves. The goal is to give people more time to evacuate and reduce deaths and damage when tsunamis strike.

Critical Mineral Dominance Act

Critical Mineral Dominance Act This bill directs the Department of the Interior to address mineral supply chain vulnerabilities, including by accelerating and expanding mineral production on federal land (i.e., National Forest System land, public lands, and any land that may be leased for the exploration, development, or production of hardrock minerals). Interior must (1) identify priority mining projects on federal lands that can be immediately approved, and (2) take all necessary and appropriate steps to expedite those projects. Interior must also identify active, inactive, or proposed mining projects on federal land that have the potential to (1) increase production of hardrock minerals or their byproducts, (2) expand existing operations to include such byproducts, or (3) produce hardrock minerals from mine tailings or coal byproducts. Further, Interior must identify certain federal land with potential for hardrock mining. Interior must prioritize identifying land where a mining project (1) can most quickly be fully permitted and operational, and (2) would have the greatest potential effect on the robustness of the domestic mineral supply chain. Interior must (1) suspend, revise, or rescind agency actions that place undue burdens on mining projects; (2) recommend changes to current law necessary to expand U.S. production of hardrock minerals; and (3) review state and local laws that impede development of domestic mining and mineral exploration projects. Interior must also report on the dollar value and overall economic impact of the United States' reliance on imports of certain mineral commodities. Finally, Interior must prioritize efforts to accelerate geologic mapping.

Stop Unlawful Detention and End Mistreatment Act of 2025

The legislation would establish new rules and oversight requirements for how immigration authorities detain people, aiming to prevent what supporters view as unlawful or abusive detention practices. It would affect immigrants in custody, detention facilities, and immigration enforcement agencies by potentially requiring stricter procedures, better conditions, and increased accountability for how detainees are treated. The bill is currently being reviewed by a House subcommittee focused on border security matters.

Foreign Adversary Federal Offense Act of 2025

The legislation would create a new federal crime for individuals who knowingly work on behalf of foreign adversaries like China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea to harm U.S. national security, with penalties including fines and imprisonment. It would apply to people engaged in espionage, sabotage, or other hostile activities directed by these countries against American interests. The law aims to give federal prosecutors stronger tools to prosecute foreign agents and their collaborators operating within the United States.

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran. Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134 .)

A bill to improve the safety and security of Members of Congress, immediate family members of Members of Congress, and congressional staff.

This bill would provide enhanced security protections and resources for members of Congress, their families, and congressional staff, including measures like threat assessment programs and security improvements. The legislation aims to address safety concerns following recent incidents of violence and harassment targeting lawmakers and their households. It has passed the Senate and is currently awaiting action in the House.

Access to Birth Control Act

This bill would require health insurance plans to cover all FDA-approved contraceptive methods without requiring patients to pay out-of-pocket costs like copays or deductibles. It would affect millions of Americans with health insurance by ensuring they have affordable access to birth control options. The legislation has been referred to a House committee for review and debate.

Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2025

This bill would likely create or expand programs to help lower-income Americans and first-time homebuyers save money for down payments on homes, making it easier for people who struggle to afford the upfront costs of buying property. The legislation would probably involve government assistance, tax incentives, or matched savings accounts designed to reduce the financial barrier that prevents many working families from building wealth through homeownership.

GUARD Veterans’ Health Care Act

The legislation would expand health care benefits and services for members of the National Guard and Reserve forces, ensuring they have better access to medical care both during and after their service. It aims to address gaps in current coverage that these part-time military personnel often face compared to active-duty service members, potentially including mental health services, preventive care, and treatment for service-related injuries. The bill would affect hundreds of thousands of Guard and Reserve members across the country who juggle civilian jobs with military duties.

Insurrection Act of 2025

The bill would modify rules governing when and how the President can deploy active-duty military troops to handle domestic emergencies or civil unrest within the United States. It affects the balance of power between federal and state governments during crises, as well as the rights of civilians who might be affected by military involvement in domestic situations. The specific changes would determine whether it becomes easier or harder for the President to use the military domestically and what protections exist for states and citizens.

Countering White Supremacist Extremism Act

The legislation would direct the federal government to develop and implement strategies to identify, monitor, and counter white supremacist extremism within the military and among the general population. It would require the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies to establish policies addressing recruitment of extremists into the armed forces and to track domestic threats posed by white supremacist groups. Military personnel, intelligence officials, and law enforcement agencies would be affected by new reporting requirements and coordination efforts under this proposal.

Accreditation Choice and Innovation Act

Accreditation Choice and Innovation Act This bill revises the accreditation process for reviewing the quality of education offered by institutions of higher education (IHEs). Under current law, an IHE seeking to participate in many federal programs (e.g., federal student aid programs) must be accredited by an agency recognized by the Department of Education (ED) as a reliable authority on the quality of the education being offered at the IHE. An ED-recognized accrediting agency must meet various provisions under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and in regulations. Under this bill, states may designate an entity (e.g., an industry-specific quality assurance entity) as an accrediting agency for programs or IHEs in the state. The bill outlines the requirements for the state to submit a plan to ED and for ED to respond to the plan. Additionally, the bill provides an accelerated path to recognition by authorizing ED to recognize new accrediting agencies within two years of their application. ED must convene a panel of experts to develop common terminology for accrediting agencies to use in making accrediting decisions and publish those recommendations. Further, the bill (1) requires accrediting agencies to establish specified standards for measures assessing student success (e.g., labor market outcomes), and (2) requires accrediting agencies to establish procedures for assessing compliance with agency standards that reflect an IHE's risk of losing accreditation. The bill reauthorizes through September 30, 2028, and revises the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity, which advises ED on matters related to accreditation.

MONARCH Act of 2025

Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2025 or the MONARCH Act of 2025 This bill provides support for the conservation of western monarch butterflies (the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of California and breeds across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah). Specifically, the bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund. The Department of the Interior must use amounts in the fund to provide grants for the conservation of such butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies. In addition, Interior must enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to facilitate updating and implementing the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, which was prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.

RAMP Act

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. The bill's title "RAMP Act" is too vague without knowing what RAMP stands for or the specific policy details. To provide a meaningful explanation of what this health-related bill would actually do and who it affects, I would need access to the bill's text or a more detailed description of its provisions.

Recognizing the importance of pollinators to ecosystem health and agriculture in the United States by designating June 15 through June 22, 2025, as "National Pollinator Week".

This resolution supports the designation of National Pollinator Week.

MONARCH Act of 2025

Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2025 or the MONARCH Act of 2025 This bill provides support for the conservation of western monarch butterflies (the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of California and breeds across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah). Specifically, the bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund. The Department of the Interior must use amounts in the fund to provide grants for the conservation of such butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies. In addition, Interior must enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to facilitate updating and implementing the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, which was prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.

PICTURES Act

The bill would establish new requirements for how the military and intelligence agencies handle, store, and share photographic and imaging intelligence. It aims to improve oversight and security procedures for sensitive visual materials collected during national security operations. The changes would affect military personnel, intelligence analysts, and potentially contractors who work with classified imagery.

A bill to repeal the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019.

This bill would eliminate the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, which currently imposes economic sanctions on Syria and foreign companies that do business with the Syrian government. Repealing this law would remove these financial penalties and allow more international trade and investment with Syria. The change would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy toward Syria, foreign businesses operating in the region, and potentially humanitarian aid efforts in the country.

A concurrent resolution expressing support for America's law enforcement professionals.

The Senate passed a resolution expressing support for law enforcement officers across the country, recognizing their work in keeping communities safe. This is a symbolic measure that doesn't create new laws or funding, but rather makes an official statement of appreciation for police, sheriffs, and other law enforcement professionals and the challenges they face on the job.

POST Act of 2025

Protecting Our Students and Taxpayers Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025 This bill requires proprietary (i.e., for-profit) institutions of higher education (IHEs) to derive a larger portion of their revenues from nonfederal sources by replacing the existing 90/10 rule with an 85/15 rule. Specifically, the bill requires a proprietary IHE to derive at least 15% of its revenue from sources other than federal education assistance funds. (Currently, a proprietary IHE must derive at least 10% of its revenue from sources other than federal education assistance funds.) Additionally, the bill specifies how revenue must be calculated for purposes of the 85/15 rule. (Currently, the Higher Education Act of 1965 and accompanying regulatory provisions specify how revenue must be calculated for purposes of the 90/10 rule.) Finally, the bill makes a proprietary IHE that fails to meet the 85/15 rule's requirements for a fiscal year ineligible to participate in federal student aid programs for at least two institutional fiscal years. However, the proprietary IHE may regain eligibility if it complies with all eligibility and certification requirements for at least two institutional fiscal years. (Currently, if a proprietary IHE fails to meet the 90/10 rule's requirement in a single year, then its certification to participate in federal student aid programs becomes provisional for two institutional fiscal years. Further, if a proprietary IHE fails to meet the rule's requirements in two consecutive years, then it loses its eligibility to participate in these programs for at least two institutional fiscal years.)

Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2025

Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2030, modifies, and establishes programs under the Older Americans Act, which supports social services and activities for individuals aged 60 years or older. Reauthorized programs and activities include the national eldercare locator service; regional aging and disability resource centers; grants to support counseling and assistance on pensions and other retirement benefits; grants to support home-delivered nutrition services (sometimes referred to as meals on wheels programs); programs to facilitate the delivery of supportive services to tribal organizations; and programs to prevent elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The bill also modifies existing programs for older individuals, including by explicitly permitting states to use certain grant funds to make carryout meals available at congregate meal sites or community locations. (Some providers began offering carryout meals to seniors in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.) Further, the bill permits the Administration on Aging to establish and operate, through grants to or contracts with eligible entities, a national resource center to support growth of the direct care workforce. The center’s activities may include the provision of training and technical assistance and the promotion of strategies to recruit and retain direct care workers. Finally, the bill establishes or reconvenes certain advisory groups, including (1) an advisory committee to provide guidance regarding the needs of older Native Americans and the implementation of related programs, and (2) a White House Conference on Aging to recommend improvements to federal programs that serve older individuals.

A resolution designating the week of May 18 through May 24, 2025, as "National Public Works Week".

This resolution designates the week of May 18-24, 2025, as National Public Works Week.

Integrated Ocean Observation System Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill renews and updates the federal program that operates a network of sensors, buoys, and monitoring stations to track ocean conditions, weather patterns, and coastal hazards across U.S. waters. The reauthorization would provide funding and authority for scientists and agencies to continue collecting data on ocean temperature, currents, and storms that helps predict hurricanes, protect marine ecosystems, and support fishing and shipping industries. Coastal communities, fishermen, weather forecasters, and environmental researchers would all benefit from the continued operation of this ocean monitoring system.

A resolution recognizing the importance of pollinators to ecosystem health and agriculture in the United States by designating June 15 through June 22, 2025, as "National Pollinator Week".

This resolution supports the designation of June 15-June 22, 2025, as National Pollinator Week.

SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill would reauthorize federal health programs and funding that support patients and communities, likely extending or renewing existing healthcare initiatives that are set to expire. The legislation would affect patients seeking medical care, healthcare providers, and communities that rely on federal health resources and programs. The specific programs covered would be determined as the bill moves through the Senate Health Committee.

SECURE Act

Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act or the SECURE Act This bill allows qualified nationals of a country that has or had a temporary protected status designation (certain countries in which nationals experience conflict or other unsafe conditions) to obtain lawful permanent residence (sometimes referred to as a green card ). To qualify for a green card, such an individual must (1) have or had temporary protected status, (2) have qualified for such status on certain dates, or (3) have been present in the United States due to having been granted deferred enforced departure status that extended past a certain date. Furthermore, the individual must (1) have been continuously present in the United States for three years before applying for a green card or before being removed after a certain date, (2) not be inadmissible or deportable for certain reasons, and (3) pass applicable background checks. The continuous presence requirement may be waived in certain instances. Such an individual's spouse, domestic partner, child, or unmarried child may also obtain a green card under this bill upon meeting certain requirements. An individual with a pending application shall receive work authorization and be eligible for travel authorization. An individual may not be removed if the individual (1) has a pending application, or (2) is prima facie eligible for a green card under this bill and intends to apply. Information from applications may not be used or shared for immigration enforcement, with limited exceptions such as for identifying fraudulent claims.

Election Worker Protection Act of 2025

Election Worker Protection Act of 2025 This bill establishes certain protections for election workers. Specifically, the bill makes it a crime to intimidate, threaten, coerce, or harass an election worker with the intent to interfere with the official duties of, or retaliate against, the worker. The bill extends (1) the prohibition on certain types of intimidation in federal elections to also prohibit intimidation for processing ballots or tabulating, canvassing, or certifying votes; and (2) the prohibition on public disclosure of restricted personal information to also prohibit the disclosure of information about election officials, poll workers, or election volunteers in connection with a federal election. The bill also authorizes election officials to remove poll observers who are interfering with or attempting to disrupt the administration of an election. Additionally, the bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to award grants to states (or local governments under specified circumstances) for (1) recruiting and training individuals to serve as poll workers and election volunteers on dates of elections for public office, and (2) physical security services and social media threat monitoring for election workers. The bill directs the Department of Justice to (1) provide training to law enforcement and federal attorneys on addressing threats to election workers, and (2) establish a grant program to support programs to prevent the disclosure of personally identifiable information of election workers.

REUSE Act of 2025

The REUSE Act of 2025 aims to encourage the reuse and recycling of materials to reduce waste and environmental harm, likely by creating incentives or requirements for businesses and consumers to reuse products instead of throwing them away. The bill would affect manufacturers, retailers, and everyday people by potentially changing how products are designed, packaged, and disposed of. By promoting reuse over disposal, the legislation seeks to lower the amount of trash going to landfills and reduce the environmental impact of producing new goods.

AUKUS Improvement Act of 2025

This bill would strengthen the AUKUS defense partnership between the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia by improving how these countries coordinate military technology sharing, joint military exercises, and defense research projects. The legislation aims to streamline bureaucratic processes and increase cooperation on advanced weapons systems and cybersecurity, affecting military personnel, defense contractors, and government agencies in all three allied nations.

CLEAR Path Act

The CLEAR Path Act would create new tools and procedures for law enforcement to investigate and prosecute crimes more effectively, likely by streamlining evidence collection, improving information sharing between agencies, or enhancing investigative powers. The bill would affect how police departments, federal agencies, and prosecutors work together on criminal cases, potentially impacting both crime-fighting efforts and privacy protections for the public. The specific changes would depend on the bill's detailed provisions, but the general aim appears to be making the criminal justice system more efficient for law enforcement.

A resolution condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.

The Senate formally condemned recent violent attacks targeting Jewish people in the United States, including a specific assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirmed its commitment to fighting antisemitism and politically motivated violence. The resolution passed unanimously and serves as an official statement of the Senate's stance against hate crimes and discrimination based on ideology or religion. This action does not create new laws but expresses the chamber's strong disapproval of such attacks and support for protecting Jewish Americans from violence and harassment.

Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act

This bill would reauthorize and likely expand funding for the Foundation for America's Public Lands, a nonprofit organization that helps manage and improve national parks, forests, and other federal lands. The funding would support projects like trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and visitor facilities on public lands across the country. The bill affects outdoor enthusiasts, conservation groups, and communities that depend on healthy public lands for recreation and tourism.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2913) to authorize support for Ukraine, and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of H.R. 2913, the Ukraine Support Act. It also provides that the Clerk of the House shall transmit to the Senate a message that the House has passed H.R. 2913 no later than one week after the bill's passage.

American Dream for All Act

This bill would likely create or expand programs to help more Americans afford homes, possibly through down payment assistance, lower-interest loans, or other financial support for first-time homebuyers and lower-income families. The changes would affect both prospective homeowners struggling to enter the housing market and potentially mortgage lenders and housing agencies that administer these programs. The bill is still in early stages and has been sent to the House Financial Services Committee for review.

To exempt certain forest management activities in Yosemite National Park from requirements of section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.

This bill would allow Yosemite National Park to conduct certain forest management activities, like removing trees or clearing brush, without having to complete the lengthy environmental review process normally required by federal law. The change would speed up park management decisions aimed at reducing wildfire risk or improving forest health, though it means less public input and environmental analysis for these specific projects. The bill affects park officials and environmental groups with interests in how the park is managed.

Ralph David Abernathy, Sr., National Historic Site Act

This bill would establish a new national historic site dedicated to Ralph David Abernathy Sr., a prominent civil rights leader and close associate of Martin Luther King Jr., allowing the federal government to preserve and manage a location related to his life and legacy. The site would be maintained by the National Park Service and made available to the public for education and historical commemoration. This affects how the government uses public lands and resources to honor important figures in American history.

A resolution commemorating the 95th anniversary of the enactment of the Tariff Act of 1930.

This resolution observes the 95th anniversary of the enactment of the Tariff Act of 1930 (also known as the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act) and expresses the view that this act was a significant contributor to the Great Depression. (The act raised U.S. tariffs to their highest levels since 1828 and was the last tariff act in which Congress set rates.)

Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025

Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to convey approximately 3.4 acres in Anchorage, Alaska, to the Southcentral Foundation (SCF) for use in connection with health and social services programs. The conveyance must be made by warranty deed. The conveyance may not (1) require any consideration (such as payment) from the SCF for the property; (2) impose any obligation, term, or condition on the SCF relating to that property; or (3) allow for any U.S. reversionary interest in the property. HHS must be accorded any easement or access to the property as may be reasonably necessary to satisfy any retained obligation or liability of HHS. The bill prohibits the SCF from being liable for certain environmental contamination that occurred on or before the date on which the property is conveyed to the SCF. In turn, HHS may not be liable for any contamination that occurred after the date that the SCF controlled, occupied, and used the property.

Wall Street Tax Act of 2025

This bill would impose a small tax on financial transactions like stock and bond sales, with the goal of raising revenue and potentially reducing high-frequency trading. The tax would primarily affect Wall Street firms, investment banks, and wealthy investors who frequently buy and sell securities, though it could indirectly impact regular people with retirement accounts or mutual funds. Revenue collected would go to the federal government to help pay for government programs.

Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act of 2025

This bill would establish new protections and management practices for sturgeon populations in U.S. waters, likely including rules about fishing limits, habitat restoration, and monitoring of these ancient fish species. The legislation would affect commercial and recreational fishermen, state wildlife agencies, and environmental organizations working to prevent sturgeon from becoming extinct or further declining. Sturgeon are valuable both as a food source and for their eggs (caviar), making their conservation important to fishing communities and ecosystems.

Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act

Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act This bill repeals restrictions that generally prohibit federal payment under Medicaid for services provided in institutions for mental diseases (IMDs) for individuals under the age of 65. (Currently, states may receive payment for such services through certain mechanisms, such as through a Medicaid demonstration waiver.) The bill also requires state Medicaid programs that cover IMD services to improve patient access to outpatient and community-based behavioral health care, expand crisis stabilization services, facilitate care coordination between providers and first responders, and report specified information relating to IMD utilization and costs.

Gio’s Law

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. "Gio's Law" is a name-based title without details about what specific crime or law enforcement issue it addresses. To provide a meaningful summary, I would need to know the bill's actual provisions—for example, whether it creates new penalties for a particular crime, changes police procedures, establishes a new agency, or addresses victim protections. If you can provide the bill number or its specific policy content, I can write an accurate summary for a general audience.

Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act

The proposal would establish new protections and management practices for sturgeon populations in U.S. waters, including rules about fishing, habitat preservation, and research to help these ancient fish species recover from overfishing and environmental damage. It would affect commercial and recreational fishermen, environmental organizations, and state wildlife agencies that manage fishing regulations. The goal is to ensure sturgeon populations remain healthy and sustainable for future generations.

Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act

Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act The bill provides additional funding for grants for the hiring and rehiring of additional career law enforcement officers under the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program. The bill also requires law enforcement agencies that use the funds to hire or rehire a law enforcement officer to (1) perform a background check on the law enforcement officer, and (2) ensure that the law enforcement officer undergoes a psychological evaluation.

Addressing Hostile and Antisemitic Conduct by the Republic of South Africa Act of 2025

This bill would authorize the U.S. government to take diplomatic and potentially economic actions against South Africa in response to what lawmakers view as hostile treatment of Israel and antisemitic conduct by the South African government. The measure would likely give the State Department tools to pressure South Africa through sanctions, reduced aid, or other penalties unless the country changes its policies toward Israel and addresses antisemitism. The bill affects U.S.-South Africa relations and could impact American businesses and citizens with ties to South Africa.

A resolution commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for the human rights and distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity of the Tibetan people.

Congress is officially recognizing the 90th birthday of the Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for Tibetan human rights, religious freedom, and cultural preservation. The resolution affirms Congress's backing for the Tibetan people's distinct identity and traditions. This is a symbolic gesture that passed the Senate unanimously and does not create any new laws or government programs.

Delivering Digitally to Our Veterans Act of 2025

Delivering Digitally to Our Veterans Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide a way for individuals who are entitled to VA educational assistance to electronically send and receive correspondence with the VA related to such assistance. The VA must ensure individuals are provided an opportunity to opt in to electronic correspondence.

Health Marketplace for All Act of 2025

The proposal would create a new health insurance marketplace where individuals and small businesses can compare and purchase coverage plans, similar to existing state and federal exchanges but with potentially expanded options and different rules. It aims to make health insurance more accessible and affordable by increasing competition among insurers and giving consumers more choices about their coverage. The changes would primarily affect uninsured Americans, self-employed workers, and small business owners looking for health insurance options.

Stop Funding Rioters Act

This bill would prevent federal money from going to businesses or organizations that are found to have funded, supported, or participated in riots or violent protests. It would give the government authority to deny federal contracts, grants, and loans to companies that meet certain criteria related to funding civil unrest, potentially affecting small businesses, nonprofits, and larger contractors that receive federal funding.

Budget Reform Act of 2025

The proposal would change how the federal government creates and manages its annual budget, likely including new rules for how Congress plans spending and handles deficits. The changes would affect taxpayers, federal employees, and anyone who relies on government programs by potentially altering how quickly or efficiently funding decisions get made. Specific details about what reforms it includes are not yet available since the bill is still in early stages of review.

POST Act of 2025

Protecting Our Students and Taxpayers Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025 This bill requires proprietary (i.e., for-profit) institutions of higher education (IHEs) to derive a larger portion of their revenues from nonfederal sources by replacing the existing 90/10 rule with an 85/15 rule. Specifically, the bill requires a proprietary IHE to derive at least 15% of its revenue from sources other than federal education assistance funds. (Currently, a proprietary IHE must derive at least 10% of its revenue from sources other than federal education assistance funds.) Additionally, the bill specifies how revenue must be calculated for purposes of the 85/15 rule. (Currently, the Higher Education Act of 1965 and accompanying regulatory provisions specify how revenue must be calculated for purposes of the 90/10 rule.) Finally, the bill makes a proprietary IHE that fails to meet the 85/15 rule's requirements for a fiscal year ineligible to participate in federal student aid programs for at least two institutional fiscal years. However, the proprietary IHE may regain eligibility if it complies with all eligibility and certification requirements for at least two institutional fiscal years. (Currently, if a proprietary IHE fails to meet the 90/10 rule's requirement in a single year, then its certification to participate in federal student aid programs becomes provisional for two institutional fiscal years. Further, if a proprietary IHE fails to meet the rule's requirements in two consecutive years, then it loses its eligibility to participate in these programs for at least two institutional fiscal years.)

Vietnam Veteran Commemoration Fund Act of 2025

The legislation would establish a federal fund dedicated to commemorating Vietnam War veterans and their contributions to the country. The money would support projects like memorials, educational programs, and events that honor those who served during the Vietnam War era. This would affect veterans' organizations, communities planning tributes, and the general public interested in learning about this period of American military history.

Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

This concurrent resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of the Iranian government or military unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack.

Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act

Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DOD) to provide additional information and assistance related to mental health care to veterans in the Solid Start program and members of the Armed Forces in the Transition Assistance Program. Specifically, the bill requires that counseling provided under DOD’s Transition Assistance Program include additional mental health information, including information about the risk of suicide and other potential stressors associated with separation from the Armed Forces. The bill also expands the activities that must be carried out by the VA under the Solid Start program, which is an outreach program for veterans in their first year of separation from service. Specifically, under the program, the VA must (1) assist eligible veterans who elect to enroll in the VA health care system, and (2) educate veterans about mental health and counseling services available through the Veterans Health Administration.

A resolution designating July 16, 2025, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

This resolution designates July 16, 2025, as Glioblastoma Awareness Day. Glioblastoma is a malignant brain tumor.

Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

This bill aims to reduce what Americans pay for internet service by addressing factors that drive up broadband costs, such as infrastructure competition and service provider practices. It would likely affect both internet companies and consumers by potentially requiring changes to how broadband is priced or delivered. The specific measures would help lower-income households and rural areas gain more affordable access to high-speed internet.

Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act.

Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to conduct outreach on Medicare coverage of occupational therapy services to treat substance use or mental health disorders.

Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026

Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026 This bill provides FY2026 appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) for military activities. (The bill excludes military construction, military family housing, civil works projects of the Army Corps of Engineers, and nuclear warheads, which are all included in other appropriations bills.) Within the DOD budget, the bill provides appropriations for Military Personnel; Operation and Maintenance; Procurement; Research, Development, Test and Evaluation; and Revolving and Management Funds. The bill provides appropriations for Other Department of Defense Programs, including the Defense Health Program, Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction, Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, and the Office of the Inspector General. In addition, the bill provides appropriations for Related Agencies, including (1) the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System Fund, and (2) the Intelligence Community Management Account. The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force against Iran.

Community Paramedicine Act of 2025

This bill would allow paramedics and emergency medical technicians to provide preventive health services and follow-up care to patients in their communities outside of emergency situations, such as helping manage chronic diseases or checking on people after hospital discharge. The goal is to reduce unnecessary emergency room visits and hospitalizations by having trained paramedics do routine health checks and connect patients with resources they need. This would affect paramedics, patients with chronic conditions, and healthcare systems looking to lower costs while improving care in underserved areas.

Pro Codes Act

The Pro Codes Act would establish rules around professional licensing and certification standards across different industries and states. The bill aims to make it easier for workers with credentials in one state to work in another state without having to get completely new licenses, which could help skilled professionals move more freely for jobs. This would affect workers in fields like construction, healthcare, and trades, as well as the businesses that employ them.

Preventing Lethal Agricultural and National Threats (PLANT) Act

The legislation would create new federal crimes and penalties related to threats against agricultural systems and national food security, likely targeting sabotage, bioterrorism, or intentional contamination of crops and livestock. It would give law enforcement additional tools to investigate and prosecute people who threaten or damage agricultural infrastructure that the country depends on for food production. Farmers, food producers, and agricultural workers could benefit from increased protection, while those who commit such crimes would face federal charges and potential imprisonment.

Rural Veterans’ Improved Access to Benefits Act of 2025

This bill aims to make it easier for veterans living in rural areas to access benefits and services that are often concentrated in cities and towns. It likely addresses challenges like long travel distances to VA facilities, limited mental health services, and difficulty connecting with support programs by expanding options such as telehealth appointments, mobile clinics, or partnerships with local providers. The changes would primarily benefit rural veterans and their families who currently struggle to reach VA resources.

To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Director of the Bureau of the Census to conduct a study and submit a report about how Federal agencies identify and record cases of housing loss in the United States, and for other purposes.

The federal government would study how different agencies track and record when people lose their homes, then report back to Congress with their findings. This would help identify gaps in how housing loss data is collected across the country, making it easier for policymakers to understand the full scope of homelessness and housing instability affecting Americans.

Keeping Obstetrics Local Act

The proposal would help rural and underserved communities maintain local obstetric services by providing financial support and incentives to hospitals and healthcare providers that offer pregnancy care and childbirth services. This would affect pregnant women in remote areas who currently have to travel long distances to access maternity care, as well as hospitals struggling to keep obstetric departments open due to costs and staffing challenges.

MARCH for Military Servicemembers Act

Military Access to Reproductive Care and Health for Military Servicemembers Act or the MARCH for Military Servicemembers Act This bill allows Department of Defense (DOD) funds and facilities to be used to perform abortions without restrictions on the reason. Currently, DOD funds and facilities may only be used to perform abortions if the abortion is due to rape, incest, or endangerment of the mother.

State Public Option Act

This bill would allow states to create their own government-run health insurance plans that individuals and small businesses could buy as an alternative to private insurance. The state plans would operate similarly to Medicare but be available to people under 65, potentially offering lower costs by reducing administrative overhead and negotiating lower prices with hospitals and doctors. The goal is to increase competition in the insurance market and provide more affordable coverage options, particularly for people who struggle to afford private insurance premiums.

FIGHT Act of 2025

The FIGHT Act of 2025 addresses animal-related policies, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the House Committee on Agriculture, the bill likely involves regulations or protections related to animals in agricultural, commercial, or other contexts. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact impact on farmers, animal owners, consumers, or animal welfare organizations cannot be determined.

Nuclear REFUEL Act of 2025

This bill would make it easier for nuclear power plants to obtain and use fuel by streamlining the approval process and potentially reducing regulatory barriers that currently slow down refueling operations. The changes would help keep existing nuclear plants running more efficiently while they generate electricity, which could lower energy costs and reduce reliance on other power sources. The bill affects nuclear plant operators, energy companies, and ultimately consumers who depend on reliable electricity.

To repeal the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019.

This bill would eliminate the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, which currently imposes economic sanctions on Syria and anyone doing business with the Syrian government in response to alleged human rights abuses. Repealing this law would remove these financial penalties and allow companies and countries to resume trade and investment with Syria. The change would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy toward Syria, international businesses, and countries that have been restricted from doing business with the Syrian government.

Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2025

The bill would establish a research program to study the health effects of toxic exposure on veterans and their descendants, ensuring that families affected by environmental hazards like Agent Orange or burn pits receive better medical understanding and support. This would help the Department of Veterans Affairs and medical researchers gather data on how toxic exposure during military service impacts not just the veterans themselves, but also their children and grandchildren. The research findings could lead to improved healthcare, benefits, and compensation for affected veterans and their families.

American Flags to Honor Our Veterans Act of 2025

American Flags to Honor Our Veterans Act of 2025 This bill authorizes the display of the American flag in an upright position directly adjacent to the grave site of a deceased member of the Armed Forces or veteran, regardless of other time and display requirements.

Propane Accessibility and Regulatory Relief Act

This bill would reduce government regulations on propane companies and suppliers to make it easier and cheaper for them to do business, while potentially lowing costs and improving access to propane for heating, cooking, and other uses. The changes would likely affect propane distributors, retailers, and the millions of Americans who rely on propane, particularly in rural areas where it's a primary energy source. The bill is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts fall under their authority.

No Anonymity in Immigration Enforcement Act of 2025

This bill would require immigration enforcement agents to identify themselves by name and badge number when conducting enforcement actions, preventing them from operating anonymously during raids or arrests. The measure would apply to federal immigration officers and likely aims to increase accountability and transparency in how immigration enforcement is carried out against individuals and businesses. The bill affects immigrants, employers, and immigration enforcement agencies.

Nuclear REFUEL (Recycling Efficient Fuels Utilizing Expedited Licensing) Act

This bill would speed up the government approval process for recycling used nuclear fuel and developing new nuclear fuel technologies, allowing companies to bring these projects to market faster. By streamlining licensing requirements, the legislation aims to help the nuclear energy industry reduce waste and potentially lower costs for utilities and consumers who rely on nuclear power. The changes would primarily affect nuclear power plant operators, fuel manufacturers, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission that oversees safety.

Ukraine War Risk Insurance Act

The proposal would create an insurance program to protect American companies and investors from financial losses related to the war in Ukraine, covering risks like property damage, business interruption, and inability to collect debts. This would help U.S. businesses that operate in or do business with Ukraine continue their operations despite the ongoing conflict. The program would affect companies involved in trade, investment, and operations in Ukraine by reducing their financial risk.

PRC Military and Human Rights Capital Markets Sanctions Act of 2025

PRC Military and Human Rights Capital Markets Sanctions Act of 2025 This bill prohibits U.S. persons from investing in securities issued by certain sanctioned and otherwise restricted entities, including Chinese military companies and Chinese entities sanctioned for human rights abuses or corruption. The bill establishes divestment deadlines and criminal and civil penalties for violations of the bill.

Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management Relocation Act of 2025

This bill would move the federal Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management from its current location to a new one, likely as part of broader changes to how the government organizes its energy programs. The relocation could affect where federal employees work and how fossil fuel and carbon capture research and development programs are managed. The bill is still in early stages and has been sent to the Senate's energy committee for review.

ESTUARIES Act of 2025

Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America’s Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems Act of 2025 or the ESTUARIES Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 grants provided under the National Estuary Program to protect and restore estuaries of national significance. Estuaries are coastal waterbodies where freshwater from rivers and streams mixes with the ocean’s saltwater. Under the existing program, the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants for (1) developing and implementing comprehensive conservation and management plans for estuaries of national significance, and (2) addressing issues that threaten the ecological and economic well-being of such estuaries. The existing program provides grants to states, regional water pollution control agencies and entities, state coastal zone management agencies, interstate agencies, other public or nonprofit private agencies, institutions, organizations, and individuals.

Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act

This bill would increase pay and benefits for federal prison guards and other correctional officers who work for the Bureau of Prisons, aiming to help the government compete with state prisons and private employers when hiring and keeping experienced staff. The measure addresses concerns that low federal correctional officer salaries have made it difficult to recruit qualified workers and have contributed to staffing shortages in federal prisons. Federal employees and the Bureau of Prisons would be the main groups affected by any pay adjustments this bill might authorize.

Campus Housing Affordability for Foster Youth Act

This bill would help young people who grew up in foster care afford housing while attending college by providing financial assistance or support for campus housing. The legislation aims to reduce the burden on foster youth, who often lack family financial support and face higher rates of homelessness after leaving the foster care system, by making it easier for them to secure stable housing during their education.

Expedited Removal Expansion Act of 2025

The proposal would allow immigration officials to quickly deport certain immigrants without a hearing before a judge, expanding the categories of people who can be removed this way. Currently, expedited removal applies mainly to people caught at the border, but this bill would extend it to immigrants already living in the country who meet certain criteria. The change would affect undocumented immigrants and potentially some legal immigrants, while reducing the time and resources spent on individual deportation cases.

A concurrent resolution urging the establishment of a United States Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation.

This resolution calls for creating a new government commission to investigate historical racial injustices in America and develop recommendations for healing and reconciliation between racial groups. The commission would examine past discrimination and its ongoing effects on communities of color, similar to truth commissions established in other countries after periods of conflict. The goal is to foster national dialogue and suggest concrete steps the government could take to address racial inequities.

Veterans Claims Quality Improvement Act of 2025

This bill aims to improve how the Department of Veterans Affairs processes and decides claims from veterans seeking benefits like disability compensation or healthcare. The changes would likely focus on reducing errors, speeding up claim decisions, and ensuring veterans get accurate determinations of their eligibility for the benefits they've earned through military service.

Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026

Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026 This bill provides FY2026 appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for activities and programs related to military construction, veterans, agriculture, and the legislative branch. Specifically, the bill includes 3 of the 12 regular FY2026 appropriations bills: the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026; the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026; and the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026. The departments, agencies, and activities funded in the bill include Department of Defense military construction and family housing activities, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Agriculture, the Food and Drug Administration, the Senate, various agencies that support Congress, and several related and independent agencies. (Pursuant to the longstanding practice of each chamber of Congress determining its own requirements, funds for the House of Representatives are not included in the Senate bill.) The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

PEARL Act

Providing Emotional Assistance with Relief and Love Act or the PEARL Act This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish a pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as support dogs for CBP’s Support Canine Program. Support dogs are used for grief assistance, trauma mitigation, and morale.

Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act

This bill would require credit monitoring services to be provided free to active-duty military members and veterans to help protect them from identity theft and fraud. The law aims to give servicemembers and former servicemembers better tools to monitor their credit reports and catch unauthorized accounts or suspicious activity that could damage their financial health.

Economic Opportunity for Border Communities Act

Economic Opportunity for Border Communities Act This bill requires the Department of Commerce to develop a national strategy for supporting economic opportunity in border communities. The goals of the strategy include increasing the number of jobs in border communities, strengthening U.S. competitiveness in manufacturing, reducing the costs of exports and imports, and increasing opportunities for workforce development. Border communities are municipalities located not more than 15 miles from a land port of entry.

Protecting Private Job Creators Act

Protecting Private Job Creators Act This bill provides statutory authority for an exemption from specified disclosure requirements applicable to fixed-income securities (e.g., corporate bonds or a certificate of deposit). Under current securities regulations, brokers and dealers are generally prohibited from publishing securities quotations (i.e., the sale price) in over-the-counter (i.e., not on a national exchange) markets unless they have certain information about the securities issuer in their records. The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a series of orders (with the latest order issued in November 2024) granting an exemption to this rule to fixed-income securities that comply with specified safe-harbor rules. The bill provides statutory authority for this exemption.

Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025

Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 This bill repeals provisions under the Stark law (i.e., the Physician Self-Referral Law) that limit, for purposes of Medicare participation, self-referrals by newly constructed or expanded physician-owned hospitals.

Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2025

Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2025 This bill deems an individual receiving outpatient observation services in a hospital as an inpatient for purposes of satisfying the three-day inpatient hospital-stay requirement with respect to Medicare coverage of skilled nursing facility (SNF) services. (Generally, individuals must have been an inpatient at a hospital for at least three days in order to qualify for SNF services. An individual's time spent under observation at a hospital for purposes of determining whether the individual should be admitted does not count towards this requirement.)

To amend title 36, United States Code, to grant a Federal charter to the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals.

This bill grants a federal charter to the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, which is a nonprofit organization that provides housing counseling to veterans and active members of the Armed Forces.

Truth in Gender Act of 2025

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Research for Healthy Soils Act

Research for Healthy Soils Act This bill includes research on the agricultural impacts of microplastics and PFAS in land-applied biosolids or compost on farmland as a Department of Agriculture (USDA) high-priority research and extension area. Microplastic is a plastic or plastic-coated particle that is less than 5 millimeters in size. Perfluoroalky and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. The bill specifically allows grants for carrying out or enhancing research in this area (e.g., the development or analysis of techniques, including wastewater treatment and composting, to filter out or biodegrade such substances from biosolids intended to be used for agricultural purposes). Further, the bill reauthorizes USDA grants to support competitive specialized research and extension activities, including high-priority areas, through FY2031. The bill also specifically reauthorizes through FY2031 the Pulse Crop Health Initiative; the Comprehensive Food Safety Training Network; pollinator protection research and extension grants; increased USDA capacity and infrastructure to address and conduct research on colony collapse disorder and other pollinator issues; and a USDA-conducted nationwide honey bee pest, pathogen, health, and population status surveillance program.

To establish a Tariff Response and Damages to Exports fund, and for other purposes.

This bill establishes the Tariff Response And Damages to Exports Fund within the Treasury, authorizes certain revenues collected from duties (e.g., tariffs) on certain agricultural products to be deposited into the fund, and requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to use the fund to make payments to agricultural producers affected by trade-related market disruptions. Specifically, the bill authorizes the President to deposit into this fund any revenues collected from duties on imported products that are classified under Chapters 1-24 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (which includes, among other products, live animals, animal and vegetable products, seafood, prepared foodstuffs, and beverages). USDA must use any amounts deposited into the fund to make payments to agricultural producers that have been affected by trade-related marketed disruptions, including losses USDA determines are due to (1) decreased exports, (2) tariff or non-tariff barriers imposed by foreign countries, or (3) increases in the costs of items and goods necessary for the production of agricultural commodities and livestock. USDA must annually report to Congress on the total revenues transferred into the fund, the economic impacts on affected agricultural producers, and a summary of assistance provided to these agricultural producers. The authorities provided by the bill terminate on September 30, 2030, and the bill permanently rescinds the unobligated balances of all amounts available in the fund as of this date.

Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025

This bill would protect millions of acres of undeveloped federal forest land from road construction and logging, preserving wilderness areas and wildlife habitats for future generations. The legislation affects timber companies, outdoor recreation businesses, environmental groups, and communities that depend on or use national forests. The bill has been sent to congressional committees that handle agriculture and natural resources policy for review.

Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act

The legislation would require the federal government to assess and map wildfire risks across the country, helping communities and property owners understand which areas face the greatest danger from wildfires. This information would be used to guide emergency preparedness planning, insurance decisions, and land management efforts by state and local officials, firefighters, and residents in fire-prone regions. The bill aims to give people better tools to prepare for and respond to wildfire threats before disasters strike.

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act of 2025

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act of 2025 This bill authorizes a land exchange between the Chugach Alaska Corporation (also known as Chugach, an Alaska Native regional corporation in southcentral Alaska) and the federal government. Specifically, if Chugach offers to convey to the Department of the Interior all right, title, and interest of Chugach in and to approximately 231,000 acres of subsurface estate within one year of the bill's enactment, then Interior must accept the offer and convey all right, title, and interest of the federal government in and to approximately 65,374 acres of fee simple land located in the Chugach region. (The Chugach region includes portions of land on the Kenai Peninsula and the coast of Prince William Sound in Alaska.) The bill directs Chugach to exclude from its conveyance to Interior all right, title, and interest in any land, not to exceed a total of 209 acres, for which a village corporation has retained development rights (other than timber development rights) or that has been designated for a shareholder homesite program.

Recognizing June 12, 2025, as this year's observance of "Philippines Independence Day" to honor the 127th anniversary of the independence of the Philippines.

This resolution recognizes the historic significance of the 127th anniversary of the Philippines' sovereignty and independence. The resolution also (1) reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the Philippines, (2) recognizes the courage and bravery of Filipino and Filipino American servicemembers who have fought alongside and in the U.S. armed forces, and (3) supports the recognition of Philippines Independence Day.

Connected Vehicle National Security Review Act

The government would be required to review the national security risks of connected vehicles—cars and trucks that communicate with each other or external systems—before they become widespread on American roads. This review would examine whether foreign countries or bad actors could hack into these vehicles to cause harm, and would give federal agencies the power to block or restrict vehicle technology that poses security threats. The measure affects automakers, technology companies, and ultimately drivers who use connected vehicle features.

Advanced AI Security Readiness Act

This bill would require the U.S. military and national security agencies to develop plans and standards for protecting against threats posed by advanced artificial intelligence systems, both from foreign adversaries and from AI systems that could malfunction or be misused. It aims to ensure that the armed forces and intelligence community are prepared to defend against AI-based attacks and can safely integrate AI technology into their own operations. The bill affects military personnel, defense contractors, and intelligence agencies responsible for keeping the country secure.

Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act of 2025

This bill would change how taxes work for Native American tribes and their members, likely making it easier for tribes to collect taxes and for businesses operating on tribal lands to understand their tax obligations. The changes could affect Native American workers, tribal governments, and companies doing business with tribes by clarifying tax rules and potentially allowing tribes more control over their own tax systems. The goal appears to be giving tribes greater financial independence and clearer rules for economic activity on tribal lands.

Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025

This bill would protect millions of acres of undeveloped federal forest land from road construction and logging, preserving these areas for wildlife habitat, clean water, and recreation. The measure would affect timber companies, outdoor enthusiasts, and communities that depend on national forests, by restricting commercial development in designated roadless areas while allowing some limited uses like hiking and hunting. Environmental groups generally support the protection, while the timber industry and some rural communities oppose restrictions on resource extraction.

Wildfire Coordination Act

This bill would improve how federal agencies coordinate with each other and share information when responding to wildfires, likely by establishing better communication systems and data-sharing protocols between the Forest Service, Department of Interior, and other agencies involved in fire management. The changes would help firefighters, emergency responders, and affected communities get faster and more accurate information during wildfires. It focuses on using technology and science to make the wildfire response system work more efficiently across different government agencies.

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to study wildfire mitigation across land ownership boundaries and make recommendations to simplify cross-boundary wildfire mitigation between federal land management agencies and state, local, and Indian tribal governments.

To prohibit the participation of males in athletic programs or activities at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls.

This bill would prevent male students from competing on sports teams or in athletic programs at military service academies (like West Point and the Naval Academy) that are designated for women or girls. The change would affect only the athletic programs at these military schools, not civilian colleges or universities. The bill aims to keep women's sports teams at these academies exclusively for female athletes.

My Body, My Data Act of 2025

The legislation would give people more control over their personal health and genetic information by requiring companies to get clear permission before collecting, selling, or sharing this sensitive data. It would also allow individuals to request that companies delete their health information and would impose penalties on businesses that violate these privacy rules. The law would primarily affect tech companies, health apps, insurance companies, and other businesses that handle personal medical or genetic data.

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act

Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to study wildfire mitigation across land ownership boundaries and make recommendations to simplify cross-boundary wildfire mitigation between federal land management agencies and state, local, and Indian tribal governments.

National Emergencies Reform Act of 2025

This bill would reform how the federal government declares and manages national emergencies, likely by setting clearer rules for when emergencies can be declared, how long they last, and what powers the president can use during them. It would probably require Congress to have more say in approving or extending emergency declarations, rather than letting the president act alone for extended periods. The changes would affect how quickly the government can respond to disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies, as well as what emergency powers are available to federal agencies and the president.

My Body, My Data Act of 2025

The legislation would give people stronger control over their personal health and genetic information collected by companies, requiring businesses to get clear permission before buying, selling, or sharing this sensitive data. Companies would have to tell people what health data they collect and allow individuals to delete or correct their information. The rules would apply to health tech companies, insurers, employers, and other businesses that handle personal medical or genetic information.

Wabeno Economic Development Act

Wabeno Economic Development Act This bill requires the Forest Service to convey approximately 14 acres of federal land, including the mineral rights, in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin, to Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, upon receiving an offer to buy the land for market value. The Forest Service must complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the land, and the offer must be received within 180 days after federal approval of such appraisal. Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, must pay an amount equal to the market value of the land and all associated costs as a condition of conveyance. Additionally, the Department of the Interior must publish a comprehensive review of the federal permitting processes for the development of stone, sand, and gravel on federal lands.

Medical Research for Our Troops Act

This bill would likely direct federal funding toward medical research projects that benefit military service members and veterans, such as studies on combat injuries, mental health conditions like PTSD, or military-specific health challenges. The funding would support scientists and medical institutions working to develop better treatments and prevention strategies for conditions that disproportionately affect troops. Veterans and active-duty military personnel would be the primary beneficiaries of any medical advances resulting from this research.

U.S. Bicycle Production and Assembly Act

The legislation would encourage bicycle manufacturing and assembly to happen in the United States by potentially adjusting tariffs or trade rules related to imported bike parts and finished bicycles. This would affect American bicycle manufacturers, assembly workers, and bike shops by making domestically-produced bicycles more competitive compared to foreign imports. The goal is to boost U.S. production capacity and jobs in the bicycle industry.

Kids on the Go Act of 2025

The proposal would establish new federal programs and funding to improve transportation options for children, such as safe routes to schools and public transit access for young people. It aims to help communities build better infrastructure that makes it easier and safer for kids to get around without relying on cars. Families, schools, and local governments would benefit from grants and resources to support these transportation improvements.

STOP CSAM Act of 2025

Strengthening Transparency and Obligations to Protect Children Suffering from Abuse and Mistreatment Act of 2025 or the STOP CSAM Act of 2025 This bill revises the federal framework governing the prevention of online child sexual exploitation to expand protections for victims, expand requirements for electronic communication service providers and remote computing service providers (providers), and expand related penalties and remedies. The bill extends protections for child victims and witnesses who testify in federal court (e.g., privacy protections) to child victims and witnesses of kidnapping offenses and to child victims and witnesses who were under 18 years of age at the time of the crime, even if they are 18 or older at the time of court proceedings. Additionally, the bill establishes statutory procedures for courts to appoint a trustee to hold restitution payments for certain victims (e.g., minor victims) of offenses involving human trafficking, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse material, illegal sexual activity and related crimes, or crimes of violence. The bill requires providers to report online child sexual exploitation to the CyberTipline (i.e., the national reporting system for online child sexual exploitation) within 60 days. Reports must include specified information, such as information about repeat offenders. The bill establishes criminal and civil penalties for providers who fail to comply with the requirements. Finally, the bill prohibits providers from hosting or storing child pornography or knowingly facilitating the sexual exploitation of children and allows victims to pursue civil remedies.

MERICA Act of 2025

This bill specifies that all federally acquired lands are eligible to be considered for hardrock mineral leasing under the Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands (MLAAL). The bill defines the term hardrock mineral to (1) include deposits of minerals found in sedimentary or other rocks, base metals, precious metals, industrial minerals, and precious and semi-precious gemstones; and (2) exclude deposits of coal, oil, oil shale, gas, sodium, potassium, sulfur, or mineral materials subject to disposition under the Materials Act of 1947. By way of background, hardrock minerals are not currently listed under the MLAAL as deposits subject to a lease, while mineral resources such as coal, phosphate, oil, gas, gilsonite, and sulfur are listed. As a result, federal lands may be leased for mining hardrock minerals only if the federal lands were acquired under a statute, such as the Weeks Act, that specifically authorizes the land to be used for hardrock mineral leasing.

Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025

Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025 This bill establishes new background check requirements for firearm transfers between private parties (i.e., unlicensed individuals). Specifically, it prohibits a firearm transfer between private parties unless a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, or importer first takes possession of the firearm to conduct a background check. The prohibition does not apply to certain firearm transfers or exchanges, such as a gift between spouses.

Every Veteran Housed Act

This bill aims to ensure that homeless veterans have access to stable housing by establishing or expanding federal programs to provide housing assistance specifically for former military members. The legislation would likely direct funding and resources toward helping veterans transition from homelessness to permanent homes, potentially through partnerships with housing organizations and local governments. Veterans struggling with housing instability would be the primary beneficiaries of these new or enhanced support programs.

Snow Water Supply Forecasting Reauthorization Act of 2025

Snow Water Supply Forecasting Reauthorization Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies the Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program of the Bureau of Reclamation. Under the existing program, Reclamation implements activities to improve snowpack measurements used for water supply forecasts in certain western states. The bill directs Reclamation to incorporate, to the greatest extent practicable, information from technologies that provide complete integration of accurate, timely, and spatially complete snowpack measurements and models when determining water supply forecasts or allocations to federal water contractors. Additionally, the bill requires the program's framework to emphasize the deployment of technologies that provide integration of snowpack measuring and modeling. The bill also requires the program's focus—activities that maintain, establish, expand, or advance snowpack measurement and integrated modeling—to place an emphasis on (1) enhancing activities to achieve improved snow and water supply forecasting results that are more responsive to changing weather and watershed conditions, (2) real-time integration of measurement and modeling activities with water supply forecasts, (3) activities in river basins where measurements or modeling can produce snow and water supply data to inform water management decisions, and (4) building the capacity of the program partners to implement and adapt to the new measurement and forecast capabilities.

Community TEAMS Act of 2025

The bill would establish or support community-based health teams that work together to provide coordinated medical care and services to patients in their local areas. These teams would likely include doctors, nurses, mental health professionals, and other healthcare workers collaborating to improve health outcomes and make care more accessible to people in underserved communities. The legislation aims to strengthen how healthcare providers coordinate with each other to better serve patients' overall health needs.

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2025

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to increase the number and size of prescribed fires conducted on federal lands. For 10 years, Interior and USDA must annually conduct prescribed fires on federal land so that the total acreage where prescribed fires are conducted is 10% greater than the previous fiscal year. Interior and USDA must establish a collaborative prescribed fire program to provide financial assistance to eligible entities to conduct prescribed fires in priority landscapes. Interior and USDA may enter into cooperative agreements or contracts with states, Indian tribes, counties, municipal governments, fire districts, nongovernmental organizations, or private entities to coordinate prescribed fires on federal land. Interior and USDA must expand employment opportunities for prescribed fire practitioners, including by expanding hazard pay, supporting underrepresented groups, and establishing additional training centers. To address the public health and safety risk of the expanded use of prescribed fire, the Environmental Protection Agency must coordinate with state, tribal, and local air quality agencies to support the environmental review of wildland fires.

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act of 2025

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act of 2025 This bill authorizes a land exchange between the Chugach Alaska Corporation (also known as Chugach, an Alaska Native regional corporation in southcentral Alaska) and the federal government. Specifically, if Chugach offers to convey to the Department of the Interior all rights, title, and interest of Chugach in and to approximately 231,000 acres of subsurface estate within one year of the bill's enactment, then Interior must accept the offer and convey in exchange all rights, title, and interest of the federal government in and to approximately 65,374 acres of fee simple land located in the Chugach region. (The Chugach region includes portions of land on the Kenai Peninsula and the coast of Prince William Sound in Alaska.) The bill directs Chugach to exclude from its conveyance to Interior all rights, title, and interest in any land, not to exceed a total of 209 acres, for which a village corporation has retained development rights (other than timber development rights) or that has been designated for a shareholder homesite program.

Clean Water SRF Parity Act of 2025

This bill would adjust how federal money is distributed to states for water infrastructure projects, likely aiming to make funding more equitable across different regions or types of water systems. It would affect states, cities, and water utilities that rely on federal grants and loans to repair aging pipes, treat contaminated water, and build new water systems. The changes could shift which communities receive priority funding for their water infrastructure needs.

VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act

The bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand mental health outreach and engagement programs specifically designed to reach veterans who may not be actively seeking help. It aims to improve how the VA identifies and connects with veterans struggling with mental health issues, particularly those who are isolated or unaware of available services. The legislation would affect veterans and the VA's mental health care system by making it easier for struggling veterans to access treatment and support.

Apprenticeship Infrastructure Tax Credit Act of 2025

This bill would allow businesses to claim tax credits for money they spend on apprenticeship programs, making it cheaper for companies to train workers in skilled trades. The tax breaks would encourage employers to invest in apprenticeships, potentially creating more opportunities for people to learn jobs like electrician, plumber, or carpenter while earning money. Workers would benefit by gaining access to paid training programs, while businesses would get financial incentives to develop their workforce.

SAFE Cities Act

The bill aims to address crime and public safety in cities through law enforcement measures, though the specific provisions are not yet detailed in available summaries. Once the Judiciary and Oversight committees review it, they will determine what changes to federal crime laws, police practices, or city safety programs the legislation would implement. The bill would likely affect urban residents, law enforcement agencies, and potentially federal funding for local police departments.

TRAPS Act

The TRAPS Act addresses financial regulations and oversight in the banking and housing sectors, likely aiming to modify how financial institutions operate or are regulated. Based on its referral to the Banking Committee, the bill probably affects banks, lenders, and potentially borrowers or homebuyers, though the specific changes would depend on the bill's detailed provisions. The measure is currently under review and has not yet been debated or voted on.

Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025

This bill would address the shortage of resident physicians—doctors in training—by likely increasing the number of training positions available through Medicare funding or other federal support. The change would help hospitals train more doctors and could improve access to medical care in underserved areas by expanding the pipeline of physicians entering the workforce. Residents, hospitals, and patients seeking medical care would be the primary groups affected by this legislation.

Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act of 2025

Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act of 2025 This bill prohibits all federal health care programs, including the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, and federally funded state health care programs (e.g., Medicaid) from using prices that are based on quality-adjusted life years (i.e., measures that discount the value of a life based on disability, age, or terminal illness) to determine relevant thresholds for coverage, reimbursements, or incentive programs. The Government Accountability Office must annually report on how the use of quality-adjusted life years negatively affects individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The bill also reduces funding for the Prevention and Public Health Fund for FY2026-FY2031.

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2025

National Prescribed Fire Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior to increase the number and size of prescribed fires conducted on federal lands. For 10 years, Interior and USDA must annually conduct prescribed fires on federal land so that the total acreage where prescribed fires are conducted is 10% greater than the previous fiscal year. Interior and USDA must establish a collaborative prescribed fire program to provide financial assistance to eligible entities to conduct prescribed fires in priority landscapes. Interior and USDA may enter into cooperative agreements or contracts with states, Indian tribes, counties, municipal governments, fire districts, nongovernmental organizations, or private entities to coordinate prescribed fires on federal land. Interior and USDA must expand employment opportunities for prescribed fire practitioners, including by expanding hazard pay, supporting underrepresented groups, and establishing additional training centers. To address the public health and safety risk of the expanded use of prescribed fire, the Environmental Protection Agency must coordinate with state, tribal, and local air quality agencies to support the environmental review of wildland fires.

Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act of 2025

The legislation would expand federal programs and funding to help runaway and homeless youth, including providing shelter, counseling, and services to prevent trafficking and exploitation. It would support organizations that work directly with young people in crisis situations and aim to connect them with family reunification services or safe housing alternatives. The bill targets vulnerable teenagers and young adults who lack stable homes and are at risk of being trafficked or abused.

Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act

The proposal would establish new rules to make special districts—local government agencies that provide services like water, fire protection, or schools—more transparent and accessible to the public. It would require these districts to follow consistent standards for holding meetings, sharing financial information, and allowing residents to participate in decision-making. The changes would affect millions of Americans who rely on special districts for essential services in their communities.

Northern Border Security and Staffing Reform Act

The legislation would increase staffing and resources for border security operations along the U.S.-Canada border, including hiring additional agents and modernizing equipment and technology. It would affect Border Patrol agents, customs officers, and other federal employees working at northern border checkpoints, as well as travelers and businesses that cross the border regularly. The bill aims to strengthen security and enforcement capabilities in that region.

Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025

Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025 This bill establishes more stringent background check requirements for proposed firearm transfers from a federal firearms licensee (e.g., a licensed gun dealer) to an unlicensed person. Specifically, it increases the amount of time, from 3 business days to a minimum of 10 business days, that a federal firearms licensee must wait to receive a completed background check prior to transferring a firearm to an unlicensed person. (This type of transaction is often referred to as a default proceed transaction.) If a submitted background check remains incomplete after 10 business days, then the prospective purchaser may submit a petition for a final firearms eligibility determination. If an additional 10 days elapse without a final determination, then the federal firearms licensee may transfer the firearm to the prospective purchaser. The Government Accountability Office must report on the extent to which the changes have prevented firearms transfers to prohibited persons. The Federal Bureau of Investigation must report on the number of petitions it receives for final federal firearms determinations. The Department of Justice, in consultation with the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence and Firearms, must report on further amendments to the background check process that would likely reduce the risk of death or great bodily harm to victims of domestic violence, domestic abuse, dating partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025

This bill would help recruit and retain registered nurses in rural areas by providing financial incentives, loan forgiveness programs, or other support to encourage nurses to work in communities that struggle to find healthcare workers. Rural hospitals and clinics often have difficulty staffing their facilities, which can limit the medical care available to people living outside cities, so the bill aims to address that shortage by making it more attractive for nurses to practice in these underserved areas.

Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act

Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act This bill addresses issues related to state and local government cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts, including by prohibiting uncooperative jurisdictions from receiving certain grants. Specifically, the bill prohibits a sanctuary jurisdiction from receiving grants under certain Economic Development Assistance Programs and the Community Development Block Grant Program. Under the bill, a sanctuary jurisdiction is a state or local government that has in effect a statute, policy, or practice that prohibits or restricts (1) information sharing with another government entity about an individual's immigration status, or (2) compliance with a lawfully issued Department of Homeland Security (DHS) detainer request or notification of release request. When complying with a DHS-issued detainer, a state or local government shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of DHS with all authority available to DHS officers and employees. The bill also limits the legal liability of a state or local government for complying with a detainer.

Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities Act

This bill would penalize cities and states that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement by restricting their federal funding and grants. It would affect local governments, law enforcement agencies, and immigrants living in sanctuary jurisdictions by making it harder for these areas to receive federal money if they don't comply with immigration enforcement requests. The proposal aims to pressure local authorities to work more closely with federal immigration officials.

Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act of 2025

This bill would expand federal support and services for runaway and homeless youth, including funding for shelters, counseling, and job training programs. It also aims to prevent human trafficking by helping young people in vulnerable situations access safe housing and resources. The legislation would affect homeless youth, social service organizations, and local governments that run youth assistance programs.

Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2025

This bill would reauthorize federal programs that fund fishing and boating access, recreational boating safety improvements, and wildlife habitat restoration across the country. The money comes from existing taxes on fishing equipment, boat fuel, and other water recreation products, which are distributed to states for projects like boat ramps, fishing areas, and wildlife conservation. The bill affects recreational fishermen, boaters, state wildlife agencies, and outdoor enthusiasts who rely on these public resources.

Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy and the Maritime Administration. It also authorizes appropriations for the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board and the Naval Petroleum Reserves, and modifies the defense acquisition system to expedite delivery of capabilities to the Armed Forces. Among other elements, the bill authorizes the acquisition or modification of various military items (e.g., aircraft) and sets policy for certain procurement programs; authorizes research, development, test, and evaluation and sets policy for such activities; sets active component and reserve component end-strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and small businesses; sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel; sets policy for various matters related to DOD cyber activities, cyber workforce and training, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence matters; and authorizes the activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration, defense environmental cleanup, nuclear energy, and other defense activities. For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see CRS In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA , and CRS In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process .

USDA CROP Act of 2025

The USDA CROP Act would likely establish or modify environmental protections related to agricultural practices, crop production, or land management under the Department of Agriculture's oversight. The bill would affect farmers, agricultural companies, and potentially consumers by setting new standards or requirements for how crops are grown and how farmland is managed to protect the environment. Since it's currently in committee, the specific details of what environmental rules it would create are still being developed.

Baseload Reliability Protection Act

This bill would likely protect and support power plants that provide steady, around-the-clock electricity to the grid, such as coal, nuclear, and natural gas facilities, possibly through subsidies or regulatory changes that favor these energy sources over intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar. The measure would affect energy companies, utility providers, and consumers who depend on reliable electricity supply, though the specific mechanisms aren't yet clear since the bill is still in early stages. The intent appears to be ensuring the U.S. maintains a stable electrical grid by preventing the retirement of traditional power plants.

Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act

Retired police officers and federal law enforcement agents would be allowed to carry concealed firearms across state lines without needing separate permits in each state, similar to protections that currently exist for active-duty officers. The law would make it easier for former law enforcement to maintain their ability to carry weapons for personal protection after they leave their jobs. This primarily affects retired officers, their families, and the states that would need to recognize their credentials.

Healthcare Cybersecurity Act of 2025

The legislation would establish new security requirements and standards for healthcare organizations to protect patient medical records and personal information from cyberattacks and data breaches. Healthcare providers, hospitals, and insurance companies would need to implement stronger safeguards, report security incidents more quickly, and potentially face penalties for failing to protect patient data. The bill aims to reduce the risk of hackers stealing sensitive health information and disrupting critical medical services that patients depend on.

Veterans Appeals Efficiency Act of 2025

The proposal would streamline the process veterans use to appeal decisions about their benefits, making it faster and easier for former service members to challenge denials or disputes over disability payments, healthcare, or other veteran services. It aims to reduce wait times and paperwork by modernizing how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles these appeals. Veterans who are currently stuck in lengthy appeal processes would likely see their cases resolved more quickly.

Expressing support for the designation of the second Saturday in June as "Veterans Get Outside Day".

This resolution supports the designation of Veterans Get Outside Day and encourages the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Forest Service within the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of the Interior to coordinate to promote the day along with National Get Outdoors Day.

Expanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services Act

This legislation would make it easier for seniors on Medicare to access mental health services by expanding coverage and reducing barriers like copayments or requiring referrals from doctors. The changes would help older Americans get counseling, therapy, and psychiatric care more affordably and without as much red tape. The bill affects seniors, mental health providers, and Medicare's budget.

ADINA Act

I don't have enough specific information about what the ADINA Act would actually do based solely on its title and subject area. To write an accurate summary, I would need details about the bill's provisions, such as whether it addresses a specific health condition, creates new programs, changes regulations, or affects particular groups of people. Could you provide the bill's summary or key provisions?

Florida Safe Seas Act of 2025

Florida Safe Seas Act of 2025 This bill prohibits shark feeding in the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) seaward of Florida for any purpose other than to harvest sharks, subject to limited exceptions. (Florida state waters generally extend 3 miles from the shore in the Atlantic Ocean and 9 miles from the shore in the Gulf of America. The EEZ is seaward of and adjacent to state waters and generally extends to 200 miles from the U.S. coastline.) Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful to introduce, or attempt to introduce, food or any other substance into these waters to attract sharks for any purpose other than to harvest sharks. Exceptions allow shark feeding (1) for research programs funded by federal appropriations, or (2) to the extent that the feeding presents no public health hazard or safety risk (as determined by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or under state law).

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2025

This bill would make it easier for people with diabetes to access training programs that teach them how to manage their condition on their own, likely by expanding insurance coverage or Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement for these educational services. The goal is to help more diabetes patients learn practical skills like blood sugar monitoring and medication management without facing financial barriers. This would primarily benefit people with diabetes and their healthcare providers, while potentially reducing long-term complications and healthcare costs.

EO 14285 Act of 2025

EO 14285 Act of 2025 This bill provides statutory authority for Executive Order 14285, which expedites the process for reviewing and issuing permits and licenses for seabed mineral resource development.

Weather Act Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill would renew and update federal programs that monitor weather patterns, conduct climate research, and maintain weather forecasting systems across the United States. The legislation affects meteorologists, climate scientists, and the general public who rely on accurate weather predictions for safety and planning. The bill has been sent to multiple congressional committees to review different aspects, including its impact on public lands, energy policy, and international cooperation.

Protecting Community Television Act

This bill would protect community television stations—local channels that provide programming and services to their neighborhoods—by establishing rules or funding to help them compete with larger commercial broadcasters and streaming services. The legislation likely aims to preserve access to local news, educational content, and community information for people who rely on these smaller stations. It affects local television broadcasters, viewers in communities served by these stations, and potentially the companies that operate cable and internet services that carry them.

Rescissions Act of 2025

Rescissions Act of 2025 This bill rescinds $9.4 billion in unobligated funds that were provided to the Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), various independent and related agencies, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The rescissions were proposed by the President under procedures included in the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974. Under current law, the President may propose rescissions to Congress using specified procedures, and the rescissions must be enacted into law to take effect. Specifically, the bill rescinds funds that were provided to the State Department or the President for Contributions to International Organizations; Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities; Global Health Programs; Migration and Refugee Assistance; the Complex Crises Fund; the Democracy Fund; the Economic Support Fund; Contributions to the Clean Technology Fund; International Organization and Programs; Development Assistance; Assistance for Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia; International Disaster Assistance; and Transition Initiatives. The bill also rescinds funds that were provided for USAID Operating Expenses, the Inter-American Foundation, the U.S. African Development Foundation, the U.S. Institute of Peace, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Expanding Access for Online Veteran Students Act

Expanding Access for Online Veteran Students Act This bill increases the monthly housing stipend available under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program for individuals who pursue programs of education solely through distance learning on more than a half-time basis.

Drones for First Responders Act

Drones for First Responders Act This bill imposes additional duties (i.e., tariffs) and limitations on the importation of unmanned aircraft (i.e., drones) and drone components sourced from China. Specifically, the bill imposes an additional duty on Chinese drones that incrementally increases from 30% (30 days after the bill's enactment) to $100 each plus 50% (four years after the bill's enactment and thereafter). Beginning in 2031, a drone may not enter the United States unless it is accompanied by a document required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish that the drone does not contain specified components (e.g., radios or cameras) manufactured in China. CBP must confirm the document's veracity. The Federal Aviation Administration must provide CBP with a list of drones that qualify for an exemption from the prohibition. Generally, drones may not enter the United States under an exemption if they are wholly manufactured by a covered foreign entity (e.g., a Chinese military company) or in a foreign adversary country (i.e., North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran). The bill also (1) establishes the Secure Unmanned Aircraft Systems for First Responders Fund within the Treasury, (2) requires revenues from tariffs imposed on Chinese drones to be deposited into the fund, and (3) authorizes the Department of Homeland Security to use the fund to make grants to first responders, farmers and ranchers, and providers of critical infrastructure for secure drones (i.e., drones that are not manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity or in a foreign adversary country).

PROTECT Act of 2025

Protection for Reservation Occupants against Trafficking and Evasive Communications Today Act of 2025 or the PROTECT Act of 2025 This bill expands special tribal criminal jurisdiction (STCJ) to include certain controlled substance-related offenses and firearms offenses. It also allows tribal courts to execute warrants for electronic material. STCJ allows participating tribes to investigate, prosecute, convict, and sentence both Indian and non-Indian offenders who commit covered crimes in Indian country against Indian victims. Covered crimes currently include assault of tribal justice personnel, child violence, dating violence, domestic violence, obstruction of justice, sexual violence, sex trafficking, stalking, and a violation of a protection order. The bill expands STCJ to allow participating tribes to prosecute individuals for controlled substance-related offenses (i.e., drug trafficking, unlawful drug possession, or unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia) and firearms offenses (i.e., use or possession of a firearm in furtherance of a covered crime or by a person who has been convicted of domestic violence). Additionally, the bill allows participating tribes to exercise STCJ over a controlled substance-related offense or a firearms offense if neither the defendant nor the alleged victim is an Indian. (Currently, this exception only applies in cases of obstruction of justice or assault of tribal justice personnel.) The bill allows offenders convicted pursuant to STCJ to be incarcerated through the Bureau of Prisons Tribal Prisoner Program. The bill gives tribal courts the same authority as state courts to compel service providers to disclose stored electronic communication information through court-issued warrants, court orders, or administrative subpoenas.

Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act

This bill aims to improve health outcomes for pregnant women and newborns through various healthcare programs and support services, likely including measures to expand access to prenatal care, maternal health services, and resources for new mothers. The legislation would affect pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and healthcare providers, potentially involving changes to insurance coverage, Medicaid benefits, or federal funding for maternal health initiatives. The bill is currently being reviewed by three House committees to determine which parts fall under each committee's area of responsibility.

ABC-ED Act of 2025

Based on the vague title and health subject matter, this bill likely addresses some combination of health policy, education, or workforce training related to health professions, though the specific details are unclear from the title alone. The bill has just been introduced and sent to the Senate committee responsible for health and education matters for initial review and discussion. Without access to the bill's actual text, the precise impact on patients, healthcare workers, or the health system cannot be determined.

Solid American Hardwood Tax Credit Act

This bill would create a tax credit for companies that manufacture products from American-grown hardwood, making it cheaper for them to use domestic wood instead of imported alternatives. The credit would apply to businesses in the wood products industry, potentially encouraging them to source more materials from U.S. forests and support domestic timber operations. The goal is to boost the American hardwood industry by making it more financially competitive.

LAUNCH Act

Licensing Aerospace Units to New Commercial Heights Act or the LAUNCH Act This bill makes changes to, and requires certain evaluations of, regulatory processes for licensing commercial space launch and reentry activities and private remote sensing systems. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Office of Commercial Space Transportation regulates the launch and reentry of commercial spacecraft. In 2020, the FAA consolidated launch and reentry licensing requirements for all types of space vehicles into a single set of regulations, known as Part 450. The bill requires the FAA to evaluate and report on the implementation of Part 450 and its impacts on the commercial spaceflight industry, including whether the rule has resulted in uncertainty or operational delays. The FAA must also continue an aerospace rulemaking committee comprised of launch and reentry service providers. Further, the FAA must develop a digital system to accept commercial space launch and reentry applications and provide status information and notifications to applicants. The bill elevates the Office of Commercial Space Transportation to a modal administration reporting directly to the Department of Transportation (DOT). The administration must exercise all of DOT’s authorities related to commercial space launch and reentry. Finally, the bill revises the licensing process for private remote sensing systems and requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the Department of Commerce’s regulation of the private remote sensing industry. ( Remote sensing generally refers to the collection of data by instruments in Earth’s orbit, such as satellites, that can be processed into imagery of Earth’s surface.)

Strategic Grazing to Reduce Risk of Wildfire Act

This bill would allow ranchers to graze livestock on federal public lands as a way to reduce wildfire risk by clearing excess vegetation and dead plant material that can fuel large fires. The program would help both land managers trying to prevent catastrophic wildfires and ranchers looking for grazing opportunities, while potentially reducing the need for expensive mechanical clearing or prescribed burns in fire-prone areas.

FISH Act of 2025

The FISH Act would likely establish or modify protections and management practices for fish populations and aquatic habitats on public lands and waters. The bill probably affects fishermen, conservation groups, and federal agencies responsible for managing natural resources by setting new rules around fishing access, habitat restoration, or species protection. Subcommittees are currently holding hearings to examine the bill's details before deciding whether to move it forward.

STOCK Act 2.0

This bill would likely strengthen rules preventing members of Congress and their staff from trading stocks based on insider information they gain through their work in government. The measure aims to close loopholes in existing restrictions and ensure that lawmakers cannot profit from confidential details about legislation or economic policy before the public learns about them.

EMS Counts Act

This bill would require emergency medical services (EMS) workers to be counted and tracked in federal labor statistics, similar to how other occupations are monitored. Currently, EMS workers are often grouped with other healthcare workers in data collection, making it hard to understand their specific employment trends, wages, and working conditions. The change would give policymakers and researchers better information about this workforce and could help identify issues like staffing shortages or pay disparities in emergency services.

AADAPT Act

The AADAPT Act addresses health policy, though the specific details of what it would change are not clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, it likely involves regulations or programs related to healthcare delivery, insurance, or public health services. Once the bill moves through committee, its concrete effects on patients, healthcare providers, or insurance companies will become clearer.

MACV–SOG Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to MACV-SOG, a special operations unit that conducted classified military missions during the Vietnam War, honoring the service and sacrifices of its members. The medal is one of the highest civilian honors Congress can bestow and would recognize the unit's contributions to national security during a critical period in American military history.

Safe Operations of Shared Airspace Act of 2025

Safe Operations of Shared Airspace Act of 2025 This bill addresses aviation safety, such as through increasing requirements for aircraft tracking, communication, and coordination with the military. The bill also addresses Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) workforce issues. For example, the bill revises and increases requirements for using Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) equipment, which transmits information (e.g., location and weather information) between aircraft and air traffic control. Under the bill, aircraft must generally operate with ADS-B In (receiving) equipment. The FAA must issue performance requirements for the equipment to provide safety-enhancing capabilities (e.g., facilitating aircraft collision avoidance) for flight crews. Further, current FAA regulations allow aircraft performing a sensitive government mission to be excepted from requirements for using ADS-B Out (broadcasting) equipment. This bill limits which flights may be considered sensitive government missions (e.g., not training flights). The FAA must also (1) establish an office to coordinate airspace usage of military aircraft, (2) review the safety of certain flight operations and routes around airports, and (3) enter into memoranda of understanding with military agencies for safety information sharing. The FAA must conduct a Transport Airplane Risk Assessment Methodology analysis for any transport airplane accidents in the United States that result in a fatality. The bill also addresses FAA workforce issues, such as by excluding the FAA workforce from a federal hiring freeze, deferred resignation program, voluntary furlough, or reduction in force; supporting the recruitment and training of air traffic controllers; and requiring strict adherence to federal conflict of interest requirements.

To prohibit the District of Columbia from requiring tribunals in court or administrative proceedings in the District of Columbia to defer to the Mayor of the District of Columbia's interpretation of statutes and regulations, and for other purposes.

The proposal would prevent Washington, D.C. courts and administrative agencies from automatically accepting the Mayor's interpretation of local laws and regulations as correct. Instead of deferring to the Mayor's reading of statutes, judges and administrative officials would make their own independent decisions about what the laws mean. This change affects anyone involved in legal disputes in D.C., including residents, businesses, and government agencies.

No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act

Any international agreement the World Health Organization negotiates about preparing for future pandemics would need approval from the U.S. Senate before the United States could join it, rather than allowing the President to approve it alone. This would give Congress a formal say in whether America commits to pandemic preparedness treaties with other countries. The requirement would apply specifically to WHO pandemic-related agreements and treaties.

Condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the House of Representatives commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.

This resolution condemns the June 1, 2025, targeted act of terror in Boulder, Colorado, as an act of ideologically motivated violence and reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to protecting the rights of all Americans to assemble peacefully and practice their faith without fear of violence.

Farmers Feeding America Act of 2025

Farmers Feeding America Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), increases funding for the program, and provides additional delivery options for geographically isolated states (i.e., Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam). TEFAP is a federal program that helps supplement the diets of people with low income by providing them with emergency food assistance at no cost. Through TEFAP, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) purchases a variety of commodities and makes those food products (e.g., canned, frozen, dried, and fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, meat, dairy, and whole-grain and enriched grain products) available to state distributing agencies. The bill increases funding for purchasing commodities under the program. Further, the bill directs USDA to coordinate with geographically isolated states to (1) establish alternative delivery options for allocated commodities, and (2) allow for the states to order commodities through the USDA Department of Defense Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. USDA may also provide geographically isolated states the ability to directly purchase domestically grown food in lieu of receiving a portion of the commodities. Under this option, USDA may distribute as cash to the state up to 20% of the cash value of the commodities that are allocated to the state under TEFAP. Further, USDA may consider additional factors beyond lowest price in determining winning bids for contracts for fresh produce packages (including product variety and transportation distance).

PROTECT Act of 2025

Protection for Reservation Occupants against Trafficking and Evasive Communications Today Act of 2025 or the PROTECT Act of 2025 This bill expands special tribal criminal jurisdiction (STCJ) to include certain controlled substance-related offenses and firearms offenses. It also allows tribal courts to execute warrants for electronic material. STCJ allows participating tribes to investigate, prosecute, convict, and sentence both Indian and non-Indian offenders who commit covered crimes in Indian country against Indian victims. Covered crimes currently include assault of tribal justice personnel, child violence, dating violence, domestic violence, obstruction of justice, sexual violence, sex trafficking, stalking, and a violation of a protection order. The bill expands STCJ to allow participating tribes to prosecute individuals for controlled substance-related offenses (i.e., drug trafficking, unlawful drug possession, or unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia) and firearms offenses (i.e., use or possession of a firearm in furtherance of a covered crime or by a person who has been convicted of domestic violence). Additionally, the bill allows participating tribes to exercise STCJ over a controlled substance-related offense or a firearms offense if neither the defendant nor the alleged victim is an Indian. (Currently, this exception only applies in cases of obstruction of justice or assault of tribal justice personnel.) The bill allows offenders convicted pursuant to STCJ to be incarcerated through the Bureau of Prisons Tribal Prisoner Program. The bill gives tribal courts the same authority as state courts to compel service providers to disclose stored electronic communication information through court-issued warrants, court orders, or administrative subpoenas.

Gas Prices Relief Act of 2025

This bill would likely reduce federal taxes or fees related to gasoline to help lower gas prices for consumers at the pump. The exact tax cuts or relief measures would need to be determined as the bill moves through Congress, but the goal is to make driving more affordable for American families and businesses that depend on fuel. The House Ways and Means Committee will review the proposal to decide whether to advance it.

Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025

This bill would likely expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage for obesity treatments, which could include weight-loss medications, surgical procedures, and related medical services that are currently not fully covered. The change would help seniors, low-income individuals, and people with disabilities access obesity treatments more affordably by reducing their out-of-pocket costs. Insurance companies and healthcare providers would need to adjust their coverage policies to comply with the new requirements.

Public Land Search and Rescue Act

The bill would establish federal standards and funding for search and rescue operations on public lands managed by agencies like the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. It likely aims to improve coordination between federal agencies and local rescue teams, ensure consistent training and equipment, and provide resources to help locate and assist lost or injured people in remote areas. This would affect outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and the volunteer and professional rescue personnel who respond to emergencies on public lands.

HUD Accountability Act of 2025

This bill would establish new oversight and accountability measures for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), likely requiring the agency to improve how it manages federal housing programs and spending. The changes would affect HUD's operations and potentially impact people who rely on federal housing assistance, public housing residents, and communities receiving development grants. The bill aims to ensure taxpayer money for housing programs is spent effectively and that HUD operates more transparently.

A resolution designating May 2025 as "ALS Awareness Month".

This resolution officially recognizes May 2025 as "ALS Awareness Month" to increase public understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a serious neurological disease that gradually weakens muscles and affects people's ability to move, speak, and breathe. The designation encourages awareness campaigns and education about ALS, which impacts patients, their families, and caregivers who deal with the disease's progressive effects. The Senate has already approved this resolution unanimously.

Pride In Mental Health Act of 2025

This bill would require health insurance plans to cover mental health services and treatments for LGBTQ+ individuals without discrimination, ensuring they have equal access to care. It aims to address gaps in mental health support for this community by setting standards for insurance coverage and potentially requiring healthcare providers to offer culturally competent mental health services. The legislation would affect health insurance companies, mental health providers, and LGBTQ+ patients seeking mental health treatment.

Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025

This bill would establish federal regulations and standards for plant biostimulants—natural substances like microbes, seaweed extracts, and amino acids that help plants grow stronger and more resistant to stress—to ensure they're safe and effective for farmers and gardeners. The legislation would likely create a clearer approval process for these products, similar to how pesticides are regulated, which could help farmers more easily adopt environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional chemical fertilizers. This would affect agricultural companies that produce these products, farmers looking for sustainable growing methods, and potentially consumers through changes in food production practices.

Secure Space Act of 2025

Secure Space Act of 2025 This bill prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from granting satellite licenses or earth station authorizations, including U.S. market access for foreign-licensed satellites, to specified foreign entities of concern and their affiliates. (Earth stations, also commonly known as ground stations, are earth-based radio stations that communicate with satellites. A grant of U.S. market access permits one or more foreign-licensed satellites to communicate with one or more U.S.-licensed earth stations.) Specifically, the FCC may not grant a satellite license, an earth station authorization, or market access to any entity, or an affiliate thereof, that produces or provides communications equipment or services deemed to pose an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States. (The FCC maintains a list of such equipment and services, known as the Covered List. Providers of such equipment and services include, for example, Huawei Technologies Company and ZTE Corporation.)

Excess Urban Heat Mitigation Act of 2025

This bill would help cities reduce dangerous heat by funding projects that cool down neighborhoods, such as planting trees, creating green spaces, and installing reflective surfaces on roofs and streets. The funding would support communities most affected by extreme heat, particularly lower-income areas where residents lack air conditioning or tree cover. The money would come through housing and community development programs to help make neighborhoods safer and more livable during hot summers.

IG Act of 2025

The legislation would establish new rules and oversight mechanisms for federal inspectors general—officials who investigate waste, fraud, and misconduct within government agencies. These changes would affect how inspectors general operate independently, report their findings, and interact with agency leadership and Congress. The bill aims to strengthen accountability and transparency across federal government operations.

Complete Streets Act of 2025

Complete Streets Act of 2025 This bill supports the development of safe and accessible roads through complete streets design and construction grants, policies, and design standards. Under the bill, a complete street means a public road that provides safe and accessible travel options for multiple travel modes (e.g., walking, cycling, transit, mobility devices, automobiles, and freight) for people of all ages, abilities, and disabilities. In general, each state must establish a competitive grant program that provides a portion of its federal highway funds to eligible entities for complete streets grants and technical assistance. Eligible entities include local and tribal governments, local agencies, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and nonprofit organizations. An eligible entity must develop a complete streets policy and a prioritization plan. The state or an MPO must approve the policy and plan. The Department of Transportation (DOT) must develop complete streets benchmarks and guidance for states and eligible entities. In addition, DOT and the Department of Justice must update and adopt certain accessibility standards (e.g., by including provisions for cognitive ability and language access). Further, DOT must require each state and MPO to adopt and implement design standards for the safe and adequate accommodation of all surface transportation network users. DOT must also establish complete streets design standards for federal projects and phase in their adoption, with exemptions for certain roadways, facilities, and projects. The standards must include (1) dedicated, protected bike lanes; (2) requirements for sidewalks and crosswalks; and (3) guidelines for lighting and signalization to promote safety.

Malheur Community Empowerment for the Owyhee Act

This bill would give the Malheur National Forest and surrounding public lands in Oregon's Owyhee region to local communities and tribes for management, likely shifting control away from federal agencies. The change would let local groups make decisions about how the land is used for activities like logging, grazing, recreation, and conservation. This affects ranchers, outdoor enthusiasts, Native American tribes, and environmental groups who all have interests in how these public lands are managed.

Small Biotech Innovation Act

This bill aims to support smaller biotechnology companies by likely providing tax breaks, regulatory relief, or funding to help them develop new medicines and treatments more easily. The changes would reduce some of the financial and bureaucratic barriers that small biotech firms face compared to large pharmaceutical companies, potentially speeding up innovation in areas like rare diseases or personalized medicine. The bill is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts fall under their respective responsibilities.

Complete Streets Act of 2025

Complete Streets Act of 2025 This bill supports the development of safe and accessible roads through complete streets design and construction grants, policies, and design standards. Under the bill, a complete street means a public road that provides safe and accessible travel options for multiple travel modes (e.g., walking, cycling, transit, mobility devices, automobiles, and freight) for people of all ages, abilities, and disabilities. In general, each state must establish a competitive grant program that provides a portion of its federal highway funds to eligible entities for complete streets grants and technical assistance. Eligible entities include local and tribal governments, local agencies, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and nonprofit organizations. An eligible entity must develop a complete streets policy and a prioritization plan. The state or an MPO must approve the policy and plan. The Department of Transportation (DOT) must develop complete streets benchmarks and guidance for states and eligible entities. In addition, DOT and the Department of Justice must update and adopt certain accessibility standards (e.g., by including provisions for cognitive ability and language access). Further, DOT must require each state and MPO to adopt and implement design standards for the safe and adequate accommodation of all surface transportation network users. DOT must also establish complete streets design standards for federal projects and phase in their adoption, with exemptions for certain roadways, facilities, and projects. The standards must include (1) dedicated, protected bike lanes; (2) requirements for sidewalks and crosswalks; and (3) guidelines for lighting and signalization to promote safety.

Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act

Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act This bill removes limitations on the civil liability of gun manufacturers and the disclosure of gun trace data in civil actions. Specifically, the bill repeals the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which prohibits civil actions against a firearm or ammunition manufacturer, seller, importer, dealer, or trade association for damages resulting from the criminal or unlawful misuse of a firearm. Additionally, the bill states that firearms trace data maintained by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is not immune from legal process. Such data is subject to discovery; is admissible as evidence; and may be used, relied on, or disclosed in a civil action or administrative proceeding.

Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025

Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 This bill removes limitations on the civil liability of gun manufacturers and the disclosure of gun trace data in civil actions. Specifically, the bill repeals the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which prohibits civil actions against a firearm or ammunition manufacturer, seller, importer, dealer, or trade association for damages resulting from the criminal or unlawful misuse of a firearm. Additionally, the bill states that firearms trace data maintained by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is not immune from legal process. Such data is subject to discovery; is admissible as evidence; and may be used, relied on, or disclosed in a civil action or administrative proceeding.

Restoring American Freedom Act

Based on the vague title and referral to the Foreign Affairs Committee, this bill likely addresses government policies related to international relations or foreign policy, though the specific provisions are unclear from the title alone. The bill's intent appears to be reforming or changing how the federal government conducts foreign affairs or international engagement. Without access to the bill's actual text, it's difficult to determine exactly which Americans would be affected or what concrete changes it would make.

Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act

Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act This bill requires the President to establish a task force to (1) analyze the conduct of China and North Korea, as well as the security situation in the Indo-Pacific; and (2) determine whether a collective security agreement between the United States and Indo-Pacific allies and partners could serve as an effective deterrent to further aggression. The Department of State shall report to Congress on the analysis and any recommendations of the task force.

Family Vaccine Protection Act

This bill would likely establish protections or requirements related to vaccines for families, though the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information. Based on the title and health focus, it could address vaccine access, safety standards, or exemptions for family members. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act

This bill would strengthen protections against discrimination and hate crimes targeting LGBTQ+ people across multiple areas including employment, housing, education, and public services. It aims to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals cannot be denied jobs, housing, or services based on their sexual orientation or gender identity, and would increase penalties for crimes motivated by bias against LGBTQ+ people. The bill affects employers, schools, housing providers, and law enforcement agencies that would need to comply with these expanded civil rights protections.

Systemic Risk Authority Transparency Act

Systemic Risk Authority Transparency Act This bill requires banking regulators to submit a report to Congress in the event of the failure of an insured depository institution that leads to a systemic risk determination by the Department of the Treasury. Regulators must report supervisory information relating to the institution, any mismanagement by the executives and the board, any shortcomings by the regulator, and recommendations to improve the safety and soundness of similarly situated institutions. This report must be made no later than 90 days after such a determination and again 210 days afterwards. The Governmental Accountability Office (GAO) must report on additional factors in its report regarding such a determination. Specifically, GAO must report on any mismanagement by the executives and board of the institution, a review of the institution's compensation practices, supervisory or regulatory shortcomings, actions taken by regulators, and other relevant information. The bill also requires this report to be made no later than 60 days after such a determination and again 180 days afterwards.

NSF and USDA Interagency Research Act

The National Science Foundation and Department of Agriculture would work together on research projects that combine their expertise in science and agriculture. This collaboration would allow scientists and farmers to tackle problems that benefit from both organizations' knowledge, potentially leading to innovations in areas like crop technology, environmental sustainability, or food production. The bill is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts fall under their respective responsibilities.

Energy Choice Act

Based on the title and subject matter, this bill likely aims to expand consumer options in the energy market, possibly by allowing people to choose their electricity provider or energy source rather than being locked into a single utility company. The specific changes would probably affect how energy companies operate and what choices households and businesses have when selecting where to buy their power. The exact details would depend on the bill's full text, but the general intent appears to be giving consumers more control over their energy decisions.

Fisher House Availability Act of 2026

Fisher House Availability Act of 2026 This bill expands eligibility for temporary lodging at a Fisher House to additional individuals receiving medical care or treatment at a Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) or non-VA facility or those accompanying individuals receiving such treatment. (Fisher Houses are where the VA furnishes no-cost lodging to veterans and other eligible individuals when receiving treatment or accompanying an individual receiving treatment.) Specifically, the bill authorizes the VA to provide lodging at a Fisher House on a space-available basis to members of the uniformed services performing active duty (i.e., covered beneficiaries) who must travel a significant distance to receive care or services; family members and others accompanying such covered beneficiaries to receive care or services; veterans, members of a veteran's family, and others who must travel a significant distance for a member of a veteran's family to receive care or services; and covered beneficiaries, members of a covered beneficiary’s family, and others who must travel a significant distance for a member of a beneficiary’s family to receive care or services. Finally, the bill extends the limitation on pension amounts for certain hospitalized or institutionalized veterans through July 31, 2033.

Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act

The federal government would be required to better track, manage, and maintain an inventory of all software it owns and uses across agencies, similar to how businesses keep track of their technology assets. This would help reduce waste, improve security by identifying outdated or vulnerable software, and give Congress better visibility into how much the government is spending on software licenses and tools. The measure aims to prevent agencies from buying duplicate software licenses or losing track of what programs they already have.

BARK Act of 2025

The BARK Act of 2025 addresses issues related to agriculture and food production, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the House Judiciary Committee rather than the typical Agriculture Committee, the bill likely involves legal or regulatory changes affecting farmers, food producers, or agricultural businesses. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact impact on these groups cannot be determined.

Supporting American Allies Act

Supporting American Allies Act This bill exempts articles imported into the United States from Israel or Ukraine from additional tariffs imposed by an April 2, 2025, executive order . On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order imposing an additional 10% tariff on most imports to the United States and additional country-specific tariffs on 57 trading partners (including a 17% tariff on Israel). Therefore, this executive order imposes an additional 10% tariff on imports from Ukraine and an additional 17% tariff on imports from Israel. This bill exempts articles from Israel or Ukraine from these additional tariffs.

Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025

The bill would authorize federal funding and programs to prevent the spread of golden mussels, an invasive species that damages water infrastructure and ecosystems by clogging pipes and attaching to boats and equipment. It would likely support efforts to detect, remove, and control these mussels in waterways across the country, protecting water systems, recreation areas, and natural habitats that are threatened by this pest. The legislation affects water utilities, boaters, landowners, and anyone who relies on clean water supplies or uses lakes and rivers.

Cure Hepatitis C Act of 2025

Cure Hepatitis C Act of 2025 This bill establishes programs and requirements to provide free medications to treat hepatitis C in certain high-risk or vulnerable populations. It also establishes grants and other resources to support testing and treatment for hepatitis C. The bill provides funding for FY2025 to implement these provisions. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must enter into a five-year purchasing contract with manufacturers of drugs that treat hepatitis C so that eligible individuals may receive the drugs without cost-sharing. Eligible individuals are those diagnosed with hepatitis C who are (1) enrolled in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), (2) confined to federal, state, or local correctional facilities (or were released and began treatment there), (3) uninsured, or (4) receiving health care through the Indian Health Service. Eligibility is limited to those with specified legal immigration statuses. State Medicaid and CHIP programs and state and local correctional facilities may opt into the program; participation is mandatory for federal correctional facilities and the Indian Health Service. HHS must award grants to certain entities, including states, public health organizations, and correctional facilities, to support the coordination and provision of screening, treatment, and supportive services for the affected populations. The bill also allows Medicare beneficiaries to receive hepatitis C drugs without cost-sharing from 2027-2031.

SUSHI Act

The bill addresses management and conservation of public lands and natural resources, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its status as an amended substitute ordered for reporting, it likely proposes changes to how federal agencies oversee public lands, protect wildlife habitats, or manage resource use on government-owned property. The measure would affect federal land managers, outdoor recreation users, conservation groups, and potentially industries that extract resources from public lands.

Susan Muffley Act of 2025

Without access to the bill's specific text or provisions, this legislation appears to address labor and employment issues, though the exact policy changes are unclear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, it likely affects workers' rights, workplace standards, or employment protections in some way. To provide a concrete summary of what the bill would actually do, the specific provisions would need to be reviewed.

Preventing the Abuse of Immigration Parole Act

Preventing the Abuse of Immigration Parole Act This bill places limits on the authority of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to parole individuals into the United States. Currently, DHS is allowed to parole non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) temporarily into the United States on public benefit or urgent humanitarian grounds. Under the bill, the total number of parolees allowed annually is capped at 3,000. Additionally, parole may not be granted to nationals of China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, or Syria without a waiver from the Department of State. The bill also eliminates DHS’s authority to parole refugees into the United States on separate public interest grounds.

BARK Act of 2025

The BARK Act would likely establish new regulations or protections related to agricultural products or food safety, though the specific details aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the Judiciary Committee, it may address legal frameworks affecting farmers, food producers, or consumers in ways that require changes to existing law. The bill is still in early stages and hasn't yet been debated or detailed in committee.

Energy Choice Act

The Energy Choice Act would likely expand options for how Americans can purchase and use energy, possibly by allowing consumers to choose their energy providers or sources more freely or by reducing regulations that limit energy market competition. The bill would affect households and businesses that pay for electricity, natural gas, or other energy services, as well as energy companies operating in those markets. The specific changes would depend on the bill's detailed provisions, which typically focus on deregulation or market reforms in the energy sector.

HOME Act of 2025

The HOME Act of 2025 would likely provide housing assistance or benefits to military members and veterans, addressing their access to affordable housing or home ownership. The bill has been referred to a subcommittee focused on economic opportunity, suggesting it aims to improve financial stability and quality of life for service members and their families. Without more specific details, the exact provisions remain unclear, but the focus appears to be on removing barriers that prevent military personnel from securing stable housing.

Tribal Gaming Regulatory Compliance Act

Tribal Gaming Regulatory Compliance Act This bill allows the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta tribes to conduct gaming activities on their land in Texas if certain conditions are met. Currently, the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama-Coushatta Indian Tribes of Texas Restoration Act prohibits the tribes from conducting gaming activities on their land if those activities are prohibited by Texas law. The bill repeals those provisions and instead applies the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) to gaming activities on Indian lands of the tribes.

Protecting Law Enforcement from Doxxing Act

The proposal would make it illegal to publicly share personal information about police officers and other law enforcement members with the intent to harass, threaten, or endanger them. This would protect officers and their families from having their home addresses, phone numbers, or other identifying details posted online by people seeking to intimidate or harm them. The law would apply to anyone who deliberately doxxes law enforcement personnel, with potential criminal penalties for violations.

Advancing the Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Financial Institutions Act

Advancing the Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Financial Institutions Act This bill establishes the Financial Agent Mentor-Protégé Program within the Department of the Treasury. The program provides participating minority and rural depository institutions and small financial institutions with mentorship from large financial institutions or from financial agents designated by Treasury. This mentorship prepares protégé institutions to improve service capacity or to perform as financial agents for the federal government.

MEALS Act of 2025

Mitigating Electronic Access Losses for Students Act of 2025 or the MEALS Act of 2025 This bill requires the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to prescribe fraud prevention measures for the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (or Summer EBT) program and provide for the replacement of the full amount of a student's stolen benefits. Summer EBT provides electronic benefits that can be redeemed for groceries to households with eligible children over the summer months. Specifically, using funds provided by FNS, a participating state agency must provide a household with replacement Summer EBT benefits if the state agency determines that the benefits were stolen, and the agency meets certain requirements. The benefits must be equal to the amount of benefits stolen through card skimming, card cloning, or similar fraudulent methods. Further, for state agencies and Indian tribal organizations that administer the Summer EBT program, FNS must issue guidance on security measures that are effective in detecting and preventing the theft of benefits (e.g., through card skimming or card cloning), and promulgate regulations to require them to take the appropriate security measures and implement procedures for the replacement of benefits. In addition, FNS must coordinate with the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and Human Services to establish (1) measures to prevent Summer EBT benefits from being stolen, and (2) standard reporting methods. Finally, the Government Accountability Office must submit a report to Congress that examines the risks related to Summer EBT benefit payment system security.

Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act

Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act This bill expands the definition of crime of violence for the purposes of determining whether a defendant is subject to an enhanced criminal penalty for using or carrying a firearm in the crime of violence. The bill also expands applicable criminal penalties for bank robbery, carjacking, and kidnapping offenses, as well as certain drug offenses. Under current law, an individual who uses or carries a firearm in a crime of violence is subject to an enhanced mandatory minimum prison term in addition and consecutive to any other prison term imposed for the underlying crime of violence. The term crime of violence includes a felony that has as an element the use, attempted use, or threatened use of physical force. This bill expands crime of violence to include a conspiracy or an attempt to commit a felony that has as an element the use, attempted use, or threatened use of physical force. This bill expands applicable penalties for federal criminal offenses involving bank robbery, carjacking, or kidnapping, including by specifying the offenses that include as an element force or threat, or intimidation, and therefore qualify as a crime of violence under the existing definition. Additionally, a conspiracy or attempt to commit a federal bank robbery, carjacking or kidnapping offense qualifies as a crime of violence under the expanded definition. Finally, the bill establishes additional criminal penalties for certain federal drug offenses involving the manufacture or distribution of candy-flavored controlled substances or similar products for minors.

Forage Fish Conservation Act of 2025

The proposal would protect small fish species like anchovies and sardines that form the base of ocean food chains by limiting how much commercial fishing operations can harvest from federal waters. These forage fish are crucial food sources for larger fish, marine mammals, and seabirds, so the restrictions aim to prevent overfishing that could damage entire ocean ecosystems. The rules would affect fishing companies and commercial fisheries while potentially benefiting recreational fishers and wildlife by maintaining healthy ocean populations.

Fair and Equal Housing Act of 2025

This bill would strengthen protections against housing discrimination by expanding the types of discrimination that are illegal and potentially increasing penalties for violations. It would affect landlords, property managers, homebuyers, and renters by clarifying what constitutes unfair housing practices and how they should be enforced. The legislation aims to ensure that people cannot be denied housing based on protected characteristics like race, religion, disability, or other specified categories.

Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Poppy Day".

This resolution expresses support for National Poppy Day, an observance that honors military members who have died in service to the country. The day, traditionally observed around Memorial Day, uses the poppy flower as a symbol of remembrance and sacrifice, and this measure affirms Congress's backing for the commemoration and its importance to veterans and military families.

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act This bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop or identify resources for small businesses to address concerns relating to the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Resources must be generally applicable, technology neutral, and based on relevant voluntary international standards, among other requirements. NIST must coordinate with the Small Business Administration with respect to the distribution of these resources. NIST must also review and update the resources at least biennially.

SEPSIS Act

The SEPSIS Act would likely improve how hospitals identify and treat sepsis, a life-threatening condition where the body's response to infection causes organ damage, by establishing better screening procedures, treatment protocols, and training requirements for healthcare workers. The bill would affect hospitals and medical staff by requiring them to follow standardized guidelines to catch sepsis earlier and treat it more quickly, which could save lives among patients with severe infections.

Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act

This bill aims to help rural hospitals that are struggling financially by likely adjusting Medicare and Medicaid payment rates or providing other federal funding to keep them operating. Rural hospitals often serve smaller populations spread across large areas, making it harder for them to stay profitable compared to hospitals in cities. The bill would affect rural communities that depend on these hospitals for emergency care and other medical services.

VALID Act of 2025

The VALID Act would likely address housing and community development issues, though the specific provisions aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the Financial Services Committee, it probably involves housing finance, lending standards, or regulations affecting homebuyers, renters, or real estate developers. The bill would impact people seeking housing, financial institutions that provide mortgages or housing loans, and possibly local communities working on development projects.

Designating May 2025 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month".

This measure would officially recognize May 2025 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month" to raise awareness about wildfire safety and prevention. The designation would encourage communities, government agencies, and individuals to focus on preparing for and reducing wildfire risks during that month. This affects homeowners, firefighters, emergency management officials, and anyone living in or near wildfire-prone areas.

Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act

This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 the Young Fishermen’s Development Grant Program, which supports local and regional training, education, outreach, and technical assistance initiatives for young fishermen.

VALID Act of 2025

The VALID Act would likely establish or modify requirements related to housing validation, verification, or standards to improve housing quality and community development. Based on its referral to the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, the bill probably affects homeowners, renters, housing developers, or lenders by setting new rules for how housing programs operate or how properties are evaluated. The specific details would determine whether it impacts mortgage lending, affordable housing programs, or housing inspection standards.

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act of 2025

This bill would make changes to how the Financial Stability Oversight Council operates, which is the government group responsible for monitoring risks to the nation's financial system and preventing another major financial crisis. The specific reforms likely aim to adjust the council's powers, membership, or procedures, though the exact changes would depend on the bill's detailed provisions. Banks, financial institutions, and potentially consumers who rely on a stable financial system would be affected by any modifications to how financial risks are overseen.

FBI Animal Cruelty Taskforce Act of 2025

This bill would create a dedicated FBI taskforce to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty crimes across state lines. The new unit would help law enforcement agencies coordinate on cases involving serious animal abuse, fighting rings, and trafficking, giving federal authorities more resources to pursue these crimes. Animal welfare advocates and law enforcement agencies would benefit from having specialized federal investigators focused on these cases.

Securing Energy Supply Chains Act

This bill would strengthen protections for America's energy infrastructure by establishing new rules to prevent foreign companies and hostile nations from controlling critical parts of the energy supply chain, particularly in oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. It likely aims to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers for key energy materials and equipment while ensuring that energy companies can reliably access the materials they need to produce and deliver power to homes and businesses.

No Corporate Crooks Act

The bill aims to increase accountability and penalties for corporate executives and officials who commit fraud or misconduct while working for the federal government or receiving federal contracts and funding. It likely targets situations where company leaders or government contractors engage in illegal activities like embezzlement, bribery, or misuse of taxpayer money. The measure would give federal authorities stronger tools to prosecute these offenses and potentially impose harsher consequences on guilty parties.

SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act

This bill would establish federal safety and effectiveness standards for sunscreen products sold in the United States, likely requiring manufacturers to prove their products protect against harmful UV rays and meet consistent quality requirements. The rules would apply to sunscreen makers and retailers, potentially affecting what sunscreens consumers can buy and how they're labeled. The goal is to ensure all sunscreens on store shelves actually deliver the sun protection they claim to provide.

JUST Act of 2025

Just USDA Standards and Transparency Act of 2025 or the JUST Act of 2025 This bill increases Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversight and enforcement of civil rights-related violations and actions. USDA must take appropriate corrective action regarding any USDA official or employee who engages in certain discriminatory actions, retaliatory actions, harassment, or civil rights violations (e.g., failure to provide appropriate information regarding relevant USDA programs and services). A corrective action (1) is any action that would enhance civil rights at USDA, including policy or programmatic changes; and (2) may include disciplinary actions (e.g., removal from federal service or a letter of reprimand). The bill shifts the burden of proof from a farmer or rancher to USDA in an appeal to the USDA National Appeals Division. Specifically, USDA must prove by substantial evidence the validity of a USDA adverse decision. Further, a farmer or rancher who fails to comply fully with the requirements to receive a loan may be eligible for equitable relief if the USDA determines the individual made a good faith effort to comply with the loan requirements. The bill also directs USDA to establish an Office of the Legal Advisor for Civil Rights and Office of the Civil Rights Ombudsperson; creates the required position of Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Civil Rights (currently an optional USDA position); and allows the Assistant Secretary to grant relief, without prior approval, to farmers or ranchers who file certain civil rights complaints, including complaints regarding direct farm ownership, operating, or emergency loans.

Informing VETS Act of 2025

Informing Veterans on Education for Transitioning Servicemembers Act of 2025 or the Informing VETS Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to regularly promote the Veteran Readiness and Employment program by sending a letter to each veteran entitled to the program. The letter must explain the educational benefits of the program and provide a side-by-side comparison of benefits between the program and Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance. Such comparison must also be made available online.

Small Business Investor Capital Access Act

This bill would make it easier for small businesses to raise money from investors by relaxing some of the federal rules that currently limit who can invest in private companies and how much they can invest. The changes would allow more everyday people and smaller investors to put money into startups and growing businesses, while also reducing some paperwork requirements for the companies seeking that investment. Small business owners and individual investors looking to fund new ventures would be the main groups affected by these changes.

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 6, 2025, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2025 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Securities Research Modernization Act

Securities Research Modernization Act This bill allows a securities broker or dealer to publish or distribute a research report on a proposed public offering by any issuer without it being considered an offer to sell securities for purposes of registration requirements. Currently, only reports published or distributed regarding a proposed public offering by an emerging growth company fall under this exception.

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2025

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2025 This bill expands Medicare coverage of diabetes outpatient self-management training. Specifically, the bill specifies that in addition to physicians, other health care practitioners may also provide such services. It also specifies that coverage includes an initial 10 hours of training until used, as well as an additional 2 hours of training per year. The bill also prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from limiting training that is deemed medically necessary. Additionally, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation must test a model in which such training is provided virtually and evaluate any effects on costs, services, and health outcomes.

Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act

The proposal would expand mental health services and counseling available to students in schools, making it easier for young people to access support for depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. It would likely increase funding for school counselors and mental health professionals, helping schools hire more staff to meet student needs. Students and their families would benefit from having better access to mental health care during the school day without having to seek services elsewhere.

To designate the Federal building located at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona, as the "Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building".

This bill would officially name the federal building at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona after Raúl M. Grijalva, likely honoring his service and contributions. The change is purely symbolic and would not affect how the building operates or who uses it, but would recognize Grijalva's legacy on the building's official designation and signage.

Reducing Waste in National Parks Act

The proposal would require the National Park Service to develop and implement plans to reduce waste at national parks, likely including measures like reducing single-use plastics, improving recycling programs, and encouraging visitors to minimize their environmental impact. The bill aims to make parks cleaner and more sustainable while protecting natural resources for future visitors. Park officials, visitors, and environmental groups would all be affected by any new waste reduction requirements.

IHS Provider Expansion Act

The proposal would expand the Indian Health Service's ability to hire and retain healthcare providers by increasing pay, improving working conditions, and streamlining hiring processes for doctors, nurses, and other medical staff serving Native American communities. This would help address critical shortages of healthcare workers on tribal lands and in rural areas where many Native Americans live. The measure aims to improve access to quality medical care for American Indian and Alaska Native populations.