August 2025

Peter J. McGuire Labor Day Landmark Act

Peter J. McGuire Labor Day Landmark Act This bill designates the Peter J. McGuire Memorial and Peter J. McGuire Gravesite in Pennsauken, New Jersey, as the Peter J. McGuire Memorial National Commemorative Site. The Department of the Interior may enter into cooperative agreements to provide the public with educational and interpretive facilities and programs concerning the commemorative site. Interior may also provide technical and financial assistance to any entity with which it has entered into such cooperative agreement.

Strengthening Housing Supply Act of 2025

This bill aims to increase the supply of affordable housing across the country by likely removing regulatory barriers, streamlining approval processes, or providing incentives for developers to build more homes. The changes would affect housing developers, local governments, and people struggling to find affordable places to live, particularly in areas with tight housing markets. By making it easier or more profitable to construct new housing, the bill seeks to address the shortage of available homes that has driven up prices and rents nationwide.

MORE Act

Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act or the MORE Act This bill decriminalizes marijuana. Specifically, it removes marijuana from the list of scheduled substances under the Controlled Substances Act and eliminates criminal penalties for an individual who manufactures, distributes, or possesses marijuana. The bill replaces statutory references to marijuana and marihuana with cannabis . The bill also makes changes related to the economic impact of decriminalization, including the following: requires the Bureau of Labor Statistics to regularly publish demographic data on cannabis business owners and employees, establishes a trust fund to support various programs and services for individuals and businesses in communities impacted by the war on drugs, imposes an excise tax on cannabis products produced in or imported into the United States and an occupational tax on cannabis production facilities and export warehouses, and makes Small Business Administration loans and services available to entities that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses or service providers. The bill also makes changes to other federal programs and legal processes to account for decriminalization, including the following: prohibits the denial of federal public benefits to a person on the basis of certain cannabis-related conduct or convictions, prohibits the denial of benefits and protections under immigration laws on the basis of an event (e.g., conduct or conviction) relating to possession or use of cannabis that is no longer prohibited under the bill, and establishes a process to expunge convictions and conduct sentencing review hearings related to federal cannabis offenses.

Safe Students Act

Safe Students Act This bill repeals provisions of federal criminal law that prohibit the possession or discharge of a firearm in a school zone.

GRACE Act

The proposal would allow students who have defaulted on federal student loans to rehabilitate their loans and improve their credit standing through a structured repayment plan. It aims to give borrowers a second chance to get back on track with their education debt without facing permanent damage to their credit history. This would primarily benefit former students struggling with loan repayment and could help them access future credit for homes, cars, or other major purchases.

Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act

This bill would give federal agencies and airport operators legal authority to detect, track, and disable unmanned drones (like commercial drones or those flown by hobbyists) that pose security or safety risks near airports and other sensitive facilities. The law would establish clear rules about when and how these counter-drone systems can be used while protecting people's privacy and preventing interference with legitimate drone operations. The measure affects airport security personnel, federal agencies, drone manufacturers, and the general public by clarifying what's allowed to keep airspace safe from potentially dangerous or unauthorized aircraft.

INFORM Act of 2025

Based on the title and immigration subject matter, this bill likely aims to establish or modify requirements for informing the public or specific groups about immigration-related policies, enforcement actions, or data. The exact provisions would depend on the bill's specific language, but the intent appears to be increasing transparency or communication around immigration matters that affect immigrants, employers, law enforcement, or the general public.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1908) to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children, and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 1908) to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children, and for other purposes.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the "Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the "Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building".

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025 This bill directs the Agricultural Marketing Service to establish a grant program to encourage the development, maintenance, and expansion of the commercial domestic market for domestically produced specialty crop commodities (e.g., for advertising or other demand-oriented, generic domestic promotion activities). Organizations eligible for the grant program include those that promote U.S. produced and grown specialty crop sales and are (1) U.S. agricultural trade organizations or regional state-related organizations that do not profit directly from U.S. specialty crop sales, (2) cooperative organizations or state agencies, or (3) certain private organizations. Specialty crop organizations operating under federal marketing orders are also eligible for the grant program.

American Protein Processing Modernization Act

The legislation would update federal rules and provide funding to help meat and poultry processing plants modernize their equipment and facilities, making them more efficient and safer for workers. It would affect meat companies, poultry producers, and the workers employed in processing plants across the country. The changes aim to help American food processors compete better while improving working conditions and food safety standards.

Increasing Nutrition Access for Seniors Act of 2025

The legislation would expand nutrition assistance programs for older Americans, likely increasing funding or eligibility for food support services that help seniors afford healthy meals. This would affect millions of seniors on fixed incomes who struggle to buy groceries, as well as the organizations and programs that deliver meals to elderly people in their communities.

Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act

The legislation would establish new rules to reduce noise pollution from helicopters flying over residential areas and communities. It would likely require helicopter operators to follow stricter flight paths, altitude limits, or operational restrictions in populated zones, affecting both civilian helicopter services and potentially military operations. The goal is to protect residents from excessive noise while balancing the needs of emergency services, tour operators, and other helicopter users.

Freedom From Union Violence Act of 2025

Freedom From Union Violence Act of 2025 This bill broadens the scope of conduct that constitutes extortion under the federal criminal statute commonly known as the Hobbs Act. The Hobbs Act prohibits robbery or extortion affecting interstate commerce. Currently, an extortion offense includes obtaining property of another through the wrongful use of force, violence, or fear. Typically, Hobbs Act violations are investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney's Office. In 1973, in United States v. Enmons , the U.S. Supreme Court held that the use of violence by union members during a strike did not constitute extortion under the Hobbs Act because its purpose —to achieve legitimate union objectives—was not wrongful. This bill eliminates the requirement that the use of force, violence, or fear of force or violence to obtain property must be wrongful. The bill specifies that the use of fear not involving force or violence must still be wrongful. Finally, the bill exempts from the Hobbs Act prohibition conduct that (1) is incidental to peaceful picketing during a labor dispute, (2) consists solely of minor bodily injury or property damage, and (3) is not part of a pattern of violent conduct or of coordinated violent activity. A violation involving exempted conduct is subject to prosecution by state and local authorities.

Protecting Public Naval Shipyards Act of 2025

This bill would protect the Navy's publicly owned shipyards from being privatized or having their work contracted out to private companies, keeping shipbuilding and repair operations under direct government control. The measure aims to preserve jobs at government shipyards and ensure the military maintains control over critical naval construction and maintenance work rather than relying on private contractors. It affects Navy workers, shipyard employees, and the defense industry's ability to bid on naval shipbuilding contracts.

Veteran and Spouse Licensing Flexibility Act of 2025

The legislation would make it easier for veterans and their spouses to obtain professional licenses in new states by requiring states to recognize or streamline the licensing process for credentials earned in other states. This would help military families who frequently relocate avoid having to retake exams or repeat training requirements when moving to a different state for a new job. The bill primarily affects veterans, military spouses, and state licensing boards that oversee professions like nursing, teaching, and skilled trades.

Train More Nurses Act

The proposal would increase funding and support for nursing education programs to help train more nurses across the country. This would affect nursing schools, students pursuing nursing careers, and ultimately patients who need healthcare services. The bill aims to address nursing shortages by making it easier and more affordable for people to become nurses.

Don’t STEAL Act

The legislation would prohibit employers from requiring workers to sign non-compete agreements that prevent them from working for competitors or starting their own businesses after leaving their job. The bill aims to protect employees' ability to find work and advance their careers by limiting these restrictive employment contracts that can trap workers in low-wage jobs or force them to relocate. This would primarily affect workers across various industries who currently face legal barriers to changing employers.

Middle Mile for Rural America Act

This bill would help fund and improve internet infrastructure in rural areas by supporting the "middle mile" — the network connections that link local communities to the broader internet backbone. The goal is to make high-speed internet more accessible and affordable for rural residents and businesses that currently lack reliable broadband service. The bill addresses a gap in rural connectivity that affects farmers, small businesses, students, and families in areas where internet companies have not yet invested.

Greyhound Protection Act of 2025

This bill would establish new federal protections for greyhound dogs, likely including regulations on breeding, racing, and care standards for the animals. The legislation would probably affect greyhound racing facilities, breeders, and owners by imposing requirements to ensure the dogs' health and welfare. Animal welfare advocates support such measures, while the racing industry would face new compliance obligations.

Nitazene Control Act

This bill would make nitazene, a synthetic opioid drug, illegal to manufacture, distribute, or possess without a prescription, similar to how other controlled substances are regulated. The legislation aims to address the growing public health threat from nitazene, which has been found in illicit drug supplies and is linked to overdose deaths. Law enforcement agencies would gain authority to prosecute people involved in nitazene trafficking, while medical professionals could still prescribe it for legitimate pain management purposes.

Transit Funding Flexibility Act

This bill would give states and local transit agencies more flexibility in how they spend federal transportation money, allowing them to shift funds between different types of projects like buses, trains, and road repairs based on their community's needs. The change would reduce restrictions that currently require transit agencies to use federal dollars for specific purposes, giving them more control over their own transportation priorities. Commuters and transit riders could see different impacts depending on which projects their local agencies choose to prioritize with the newfound flexibility.

Supporting Our Shelters Act

This bill would provide federal support and resources to animal shelters across the country to help them care for homeless pets and improve their operations. The legislation likely aims to increase funding, establish standards, or create programs that help shelters reduce overcrowding, improve animal welfare, and support the staff and volunteers who work there. Animal shelter workers, pet owners, and animal welfare organizations would be the primary beneficiaries of these new resources.

American Decade of Sports Act

The legislation would establish a coordinated national strategy to promote sports and athletic activities across the United States, likely including funding and programs to increase participation in sports at youth, amateur, and professional levels. It would affect athletes, schools, sports organizations, and communities by potentially providing resources for athletic facilities, training programs, and initiatives to make sports more accessible to Americans of all ages and backgrounds.

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025 This bill directs the Agricultural Marketing Service to establish a grant program to encourage the development, maintenance, and expansion of the commercial domestic market for domestically produced specialty crop commodities (e.g., for advertising or other demand-oriented, generic domestic promotion activities). Organizations eligible for the grant program include those that promote U.S. produced and grown specialty crop sales and are (1) U.S. agricultural trade organizations or regional state-related organizations that do not profit directly from U.S. specialty crop sales, (2) cooperative organizations or state agencies, or (3) certain private organizations. Specialty crop organizations operating under federal marketing orders are also eligible for the grant program.

Preserving Patient Access to Long-Term Care Pharmacies Act

This bill would protect patients' ability to use specialized pharmacies that deliver long-term medications and supplies directly to their homes or care facilities, likely preventing insurance companies or government programs from restricting which pharmacies people can use. The legislation would affect patients with chronic conditions who rely on mail-order or specialty pharmacies, as well as the pharmacy businesses that serve them. By preserving patient choice in pharmacy selection, the bill aims to ensure people can continue receiving medications through their preferred providers without facing new insurance barriers.

Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act

This bill would prohibit food manufacturers from using certain artificial dyes in products sold in the United States, similar to restrictions already in place in some European countries. The measure aims to address health concerns that some researchers have linked to these food colorings, particularly regarding effects on children's behavior and development. Food companies would need to reformulate products or find alternative coloring methods to comply with the new rules.

Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act

The federal government would be allowed to hire cybersecurity experts more quickly and flexibly by streamlining the typical application and vetting process, making it easier to fill critical security positions without the usual lengthy bureaucratic delays. This change would help agencies protect their computer systems and data by getting qualified tech professionals on board faster, which is particularly important as cyberattacks on government systems have become more frequent and sophisticated.

Fine Arts Protection Act of 2025

The bill would likely establish protections or funding mechanisms for fine arts and cultural institutions, possibly including museums, galleries, performance venues, or public art programs. It may address how these cultural assets are preserved, displayed, or funded, and could affect artists, cultural organizations, and communities that rely on arts programming. The referral to the economic development subcommittee suggests the bill frames arts and culture as contributors to local economic growth and community vitality.

Farm Credit Adjustment Act

The proposal would modify how the Farm Credit System operates, which is a network of banks that lend money to farmers and rural businesses for equipment, land, and operating costs. The changes would affect farmers' access to credit and potentially how much they pay in interest and fees when borrowing from these agricultural lenders. Rural communities that depend on farming would also feel the impact if the lending terms or availability shift.

Next Generation of Farmers Act of 2025

The legislation would create new programs and funding to help young and beginning farmers get started in agriculture, including assistance with purchasing land, equipment, and obtaining credit. It aims to make farming more accessible to people entering the industry by reducing financial barriers that often prevent new farmers from establishing their operations. The bill would affect aspiring farmers, agricultural lenders, and rural communities looking to sustain farming as a viable career path.

Safe Air on Airplanes Act

This bill would establish new air quality and ventilation standards for commercial aircraft to protect passengers and crew members from airborne diseases and pollutants during flights. The legislation likely requires airlines to upgrade cabin air filtration systems, increase air exchange rates, or implement other safety measures to improve the air quality inside planes. The bill affects airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and the millions of Americans who fly regularly.

Recognizing that the United States has a moral obligation to meet its foundational promise of guaranteed justice for all.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the federal government should begin a large-scale effort to reduce incarceration rates and reshape the American legal system by consulting with communities and individuals directly impacted by the justice system; decriminalizing certain behaviors, increasing diversion opportunities, revising sentencing laws, and reducing practices that contribute to recidivism; ending practices that advantage the wealthy and prohibiting private companies from profiting from the criminal justice system; and ending militarized policing practices, investing in other safety services, and implementing policies that address the needs of communities most affected by high rates of incarceration.

Sanctuary Penalty and Public Protection Act of 2025

This bill would penalize cities and states that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement by withholding federal funding and grants from them. It would affect local governments, law enforcement agencies, and immigrants living in sanctuary jurisdictions that have policies restricting how much they help Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with deportations and immigration investigations.

Violent Antisemitism Threat Assessment Act

This bill would require the Department of Defense to assess and report on antisemitic threats and violence affecting military personnel and communities near military installations. The legislation aims to help military leaders understand the scope of antisemitic incidents and develop strategies to protect service members and their families from hate-motivated attacks.

Enduring Welcome Act of 2025

The bill would establish or expand a long-term immigration or refugee program to welcome people from other countries, though the exact details are not yet clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to both the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees, it likely involves coordinating international policy with U.S. immigration law to create pathways for foreign nationals to enter and stay in the United States. The measure would affect immigrants, refugees, visa applicants, and potentially employers and communities that receive newcomers.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1444 Main Street in Ramona, California, as the "Archie Moore Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1444 Main Street in Ramona, California, as the "Archie Moore Post Office Building".

Scam Farms Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act of 2025

This bill would authorize the U.S. government to issue "letters of marque and reprisal"—historical documents that allow private citizens and companies to pursue and take action against foreign entities engaged in scams or fraud targeting Americans. The legislation targets international scam operations, particularly those based overseas, by potentially allowing private parties to recover damages or assets from scammers rather than relying solely on traditional law enforcement. This approach would expand private remedies for Americans victimized by foreign fraud schemes.

Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2025

The bill would create a pilot program to help people identify ticks and understand which ones carry diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. The program would likely involve educational materials, testing resources, or tools to help the public recognize dangerous tick species in their area. This would help workers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families reduce their risk of tick-borne illnesses.

Affirming the President's promise not to raise the Social Security and Medicare retirement age.

This resolution expresses Congress's support for keeping the current retirement ages for Social Security and Medicare unchanged, opposing any future increase to when people can start collecting these benefits. The measure affirms a presidential commitment not to raise the age requirements that determine when workers become eligible for these retirement programs that millions of Americans depend on.

Stamp Out Lyme Disease Act

The bill would direct federal health agencies to increase research, prevention, and treatment efforts focused on Lyme disease, which is spread by infected ticks and causes joint pain, fatigue, and other serious symptoms in thousands of Americans each year. It likely aims to improve how the government tracks Lyme disease cases, funds research into better diagnostics and vaccines, and educates the public about tick prevention and early treatment options.

Terminating the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025, in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

This bill would end an emergency declaration that the President issued on August 11, 2025, regarding crime in Washington, D.C., which had granted the executive branch special powers to address the situation. The measure would require Congress to formally terminate this emergency status, removing any extraordinary authorities that were granted under that declaration. This affects how federal law enforcement operates in the nation's capital and what resources or actions the President can take to address crime there.

Create Accountable Respectful Environments (CARE) for Children Act

This bill would establish new standards and requirements for childcare facilities and programs to ensure safe, respectful environments for children in their care. It likely includes provisions for training staff, setting safety protocols, and possibly providing funding or tax incentives to help childcare providers meet these standards. The legislation would affect childcare workers, parents using childcare services, and childcare facility operators across the country.

DETECT Act of 2025

Digital Evaluation for Tax Enforcement and Compliance Tracking Act of 2025 or the DETECT Act of 2025 This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to submit a report to Congress within 180 days from the date of enactment on the potential of artificial intelligence to assist the Internal Revenue Service in detecting tax fraud.

Terrorist Watchlist Data Accuracy and Transparency Act

This bill would require the government to improve how it maintains and checks the accuracy of its terrorist watchlist, ensuring that people are correctly identified before being flagged as security threats. It would also increase transparency by requiring officials to report on how the watchlist is being used and managed, giving Congress and the public better insight into the system. The changes would affect law enforcement, national security agencies, and anyone who might be mistakenly added to or removed from the watchlist.

Food Date Labeling Act of 2025

The proposal would create a uniform national standard for food date labels, replacing the current confusing patchwork of different expiration and "best by" dates that vary by state and manufacturer. This would help consumers better understand when food is actually unsafe to eat versus when it simply may lose quality, potentially reducing food waste while protecting public health. Food manufacturers, retailers, and shoppers would all be affected by the standardized labeling system.

Connected MOM Act

Connected Maternal Online Monitoring Act or the Connected MOM Act This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to report, and provide resources for states, on coverage of remote physiologic devices and related services (e.g., blood glucose monitors) under Medicaid, so as to improve maternal and child health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women.

Streamlining Rural Housing Act of 2025

This bill would make it easier for people in rural areas to get loans and build or improve homes by simplifying the application process and reducing red tape for rural housing programs. It likely aims to help rural families and communities access affordable housing by cutting through bureaucratic delays that currently slow down loan approvals. The changes would primarily affect rural homebuyers, farmers, and small communities that have struggled to compete with urban areas for housing development resources.

Wildfire Grid Resiliency Act

Wildfire Grid Resiliency Act This bill requires the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response of the Department of Energy (DOE) to carry out a Resilience Accelerator Demonstration Program. Under the program, the office must make awards to DOE's National Laboratories for projects that demonstrate innovative technologies to improve the electric grid's resilience to wildfires, such as technologies for monitoring vegetation management or enhancing the safety of first responders who respond to electric grid emergencies.

BITE Act

The proposal would establish new regulations and oversight for how food and beverage companies market their products, particularly regarding claims about health benefits and nutritional content. It aims to protect consumers—especially children—from misleading advertising by requiring companies to provide clearer, more accurate information about what's actually in their products. The changes would affect food manufacturers, restaurants, and advertising companies that promote eating and drinking products.

GRAS Act

The GRAS Act would likely modify how the Food and Drug Administration evaluates food ingredients that are "Generally Recognized As Safe" (GRAS), which are currently allowed in food without pre-market approval. The bill probably aims to strengthen safety standards or increase transparency around which ingredients qualify for this faster approval process, affecting food manufacturers and potentially consumers who eat processed foods. The specific changes would depend on the bill's detailed provisions, but the goal appears to be ensuring that food safety standards keep pace with modern scientific understanding.

Counseling for Career Choice Act

The proposal would require schools to provide students with career counseling and guidance to help them explore different job options and educational paths that match their interests and skills. Students would have access to information about various careers, training programs, and job market trends to make more informed decisions about their future. This would affect high school students and their families by giving them better tools to plan for life after graduation, whether that means college, trade school, or entering the workforce directly.

Land of the Free Act of 2025

I don't have access to the specific details of what this bill would do, as I can only see its title, subject area (immigration), and current status (referred to committee). To write an accurate summary of the bill's concrete effects on immigration policy and who it would affect, I would need to review the actual bill text or legislative summary. I'd recommend checking Congress.gov for the full bill details to get an accurate description of its provisions.

Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act

Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act This bill eliminates the cap on income subject to Social Security taxes and revises methods for calculating various aspects of Social Security benefits. Under current law, Social Security has a taxable maximum , which refers to the maximum amount of a worker's earnings that are subject to Social Security payroll taxes (set at $176,100 in 2025). The taxable maximum also serves as the maximum amount of earnings used to calculate a worker's Social Security benefits. This bill phases out the taxable maximum so as to apply payroll taxes to all earnings after 2031, and revises the method used to calculate a worker’s Social Security benefits to account for earnings in excess of the taxable maximum. The bill also revises the method of calculating cost-of-living adjustments to Social Security benefits to reflect the spending habits of individuals over the age of 62. An increase in Social Security benefits resulting from this change may not be treated as income for purposes of determining eligibility for, or the amount of assistance provided under, the Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income programs.

Rural Housing Service Reform Act of 2025

The proposal would make changes to how the federal government provides housing loans and assistance to people in rural areas, likely making it easier or more affordable for rural residents to buy homes or improve their properties. The bill has been sent to two congressional committees that handle financial services and agriculture to review different parts of the proposal and determine whether it should move forward.

Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act

Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act This bill creates new federal crimes related to transporting a minor across state lines for an abortion. Specifically, the bill makes it a crime to knowingly transport a minor across a state line to obtain an abortion without satisfying the requirements of a parental involvement law in the minor's resident state. A parental involvement law requires parental consent or notification, or judicial authorization, for a minor to obtain an abortion. The bill prohibits an individual who has committed incest with a minor from knowingly transporting the minor across a state line to receive an abortion. Finally, the bill makes it a crime for a physician to knowingly perform or induce an abortion on an out-of-state minor without first notifying the minor's parent.

Toll of Tariffs Act of 2025

Toll of Tariffs Act of 2025 This bill requires the U.S. International Trade Commission to study and report to Congress on the inflationary impact of the tariffs imposed by executive orders issued during the period beginning on or after January 20, 2025, and ending on the date of the bill's enactment.

Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2025

This bill would give the federal government power to prevent grocery stores from raising prices excessively during emergencies or supply shortages, allowing regulators to penalize retailers they determine are unfairly inflating food costs. The law would primarily affect large supermarket chains and food retailers, potentially limiting their ability to increase prices on essential items when demand spikes or supplies become scarce. Supporters argue it protects consumers from exploitation during crises, while critics worry it could discourage stores from stocking shelves or lead to shortages if profit margins become too thin.

Albert Pike Statue Removal Act

Albert Pike Statue Removal Act This bill directs the National Park Service to remove the statue of Albert Pike near Judiciary Square in the District of Columbia. The Department of the Interior may donate the statue to a museum or other similar entity, as determined appropriate by Interior to ensure its preservation and interpretation in an indoor setting. The recipient of the statue may not store, display, or exhibit the statue outdoors. If the statue is stored, displayed, or exhibited outside, ownership of the statue will revert back to the federal government.

AIRFARE Act

Accommodating Individuals Requesting Familial Assistance in Riding Efficiently Act or the AIRFARE Act This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to allow caregivers, parents, and guardians to accompany minors and passengers needing assistance to their flights. Specifically, the TSA must establish a system to expedite gate passes and flight access procedures for these individuals. The system must ensure that air carriers may offer up to two gate passes to caregivers, parents, and guardians who are accompanying a minor or a passenger needing assistance to a departing flight; and these individuals may apply their existing TSA PreCheck privileges to such gate passes. The TSA PreCheck program expedites traveler screening through participating TSA security checkpoints.

TRAPS Act

The TRAPS Act addresses financial regulations and practices in the banking and financial services sector, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the House Financial Services Committee, the bill likely aims to modify how financial institutions operate, potentially affecting banks, investment firms, and their customers. The exact impact on consumers, businesses, or financial markets would depend on the bill's specific requirements once it moves through the legislative process.

BIS IT Modernization Act

The legislation would update the information technology systems used by the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation at the State Department to make them more modern and efficient. The changes would help the agency better manage its work related to international security, arms control, and preventing the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This affects State Department employees and the international partners who work with the U.S. on security matters.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 765 West Old Route 66 in Ash Fork, Arizona, as the "Fayrene Hume Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 765 West Old Route 66 in Ash Fork, Arizona, as the "Fayrene Hume Post Office".

CABLE Competition Act

Consumer Access to Broadband for Local Economies and Competition Act or the CABLE Competition Act This bill prohibits state and local cable franchising authorities from precluding certain transactions involving the sale or transfer of a cable franchise. Providers of cable television service (cable operators) must generally obtain authorization (known as a franchise) from a state or local franchising authority in order to offer cable service in a given area. Under current law, a franchising authority may require a cable operator to obtain the authority’s approval before selling or transferring a franchise. Under the bill, a franchising authority may not preclude a cable operator from selling or transferring a franchise to a new owner who agrees to accept all terms applicable to the cable operator at the time of the transaction. However, a franchising authority may require a cable operator to notify the authority at least 15 days before such a transaction. The bill takes effect six months after it is enacted. Its provisions generally apply to franchises that (1) are granted on or after the effective date, or (2) were granted before the effective date and were in effect or operational on that date.

Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program Act of 2025

Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and revises the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program (RMAP). This Department of Agriculture program provides loans and grants to eligible microenterprise development organizations to (1) capitalize revolving loan funds that provide loans to qualified rural microenterprises (i.e., sole proprietorships located in rural areas or business entities with not more than 10 full-time employees located in a rural area), and (2) provide related training and technical assistance. The bill increases the amount a rural microenterprise may borrow to up to $75,000 (from up to $50,000). The bill also increases the maximum allowable federal cost share to 100% (from 75%). The bill further specifies that a RMAP project loan may not be used to cover more than 50% of any demolition, construction, or related costs of real estate improvements.

To expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.

This bill expands the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to provide information to certain persons (e.g., trademark or copyright owners) regarding suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade. Under current law, if CBP suspects that merchandise is being imported in violation of certain trademark and copyright laws, it may request assistance from specified persons when determining whether the merchandise is imported in violation of these laws. To permit the party to conduct examination and testing, CBP must provide them with specified information that appears on the merchandise and its packaging and labels. This bill (1) expands the definition of person to allow CBP to request assistance from any other appropriate party with an interest in the imported merchandise, and (2) expands the scope of information that CBP is authorized to share with others to include information on and images of packing materials and containers. The bill allows CBP to request this assistance if it has a reasonable suspicion (currently, suspects) that the merchandise being imported is in violation of certain trademark and copyright laws. Additionally, CBP may provide a person with nonpublic information about the imported merchandise that was generated by an online marketplace or similar market platform, express consignment operator, freight forwarder, or any other entity that plays a role in the sale, importation, or facilitation of the merchandise into the United States and has been provided to, shared with, or obtained by CBP. CBP must provide the person with notification of the transmitted information.

PUPP Act of 2025

The bill addresses housing and community development issues, likely focusing on how agricultural land, financial services, or federal programs can support affordable housing or strengthen communities. Since it's been referred to both the Agriculture and Financial Services committees, it probably involves coordinating between farming interests and housing finance to achieve its goals. The specific details of what the bill would do are not yet clear from its current status in the referral process.

Election Mail Act

Election Mail Act This bill addresses the delivery and processing of election mail for federal elections, including by establishing certain standards for mail-in ballots. Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to ensure (to the maximum extent practicable) same-day processing of mail-in ballots, postmark each ballot, carry election mail (e.g., voter registration applications and mail-in ballots) as first-class mail that is free of postage, appoint an election mail coordinator at each area office and district office, and consult annually with Indian tribes regarding barriers to voting for eligible voters living on Indian lands. The bill prohibits the USPS, within 120 days of a federal election, from making any operational change that would restrict the prompt and reliable delivery of election mail. Each state and jurisdiction must provide with each mail-in ballot a return envelope with an intelligent mail barcode. This requirement does not apply to a state or jurisdiction that uses an alternative system that enables voters to track the ballot through the mail. The bill requires election officials to count mail-in ballots that are postmarked by election day and arrive within seven days after the election.

POLL Act

People Over Long Lines Act or the POLL Act This bill sets forth provisions related to voting and the administration of federal elections. Specifically, the bill requires states to ensure that voters wait no more than 30 minutes at any polling place to cast their vote in a federal election, establishes a private right of action for voters who experience longer waiting times, and directs the Election Assistance Commission to make payments to eligible states to prevent unreasonable waiting times. Next, the bill requires each state to provide for the minimum required number of voting systems, poll workers, and other election resources for each polling location on the day of any federal election and each day of early voting. The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division must issue uniform standards regarding the minimum number and distribution of such systems, workers, and other resources. The bill also prohibits a chief state election administration official from taking an active part in political management or in a political campaign with respect to any federal election over which the official has supervisory authority, with certain exceptions.

PHASE Act of 2025

Pedestrian Hazard, Awareness, and Safety Expansion Act of 2025 or the PHASE Act of 2025 This bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to conduct studies and award grants to improve road safety for pedestrians and vulnerable road users. Specifically, the bill directs NIST to transmit to DOT potential solutions to improve and enhance traffic control devices using innovative technologies in order to better equip vehicle operators (including bicycles) and protect pedestrians and vulnerable road users. In addition, DOT must establish a program to provide grants to cities, Indian tribes, and municipalities to implement infrastructure that improves pedestrian safety (e.g., innovative technology for crosswalks, expanded buffer zones, and upgraded highway traffic signals). DOT must also carry out a study on developing physical alternatives to better protect pedestrians and vulnerable road users from traffic incidents.

Youth Voting Rights Act

This bill would likely lower the voting age or expand voting rights for younger Americans, though the specific changes depend on the final legislation. It affects young people who want to participate in elections and could reshape who is eligible to vote in federal, state, and local races. The bill is currently being reviewed by House committees to determine which parts fall under their authority.

Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025

Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025 This bill generally prohibits deceptive communications and voter interference regarding federal elections. Specifically, the bill prohibits any person, within 60 days before a federal election, from communicating, causing to be communicated, or producing for communication certain information on voting, if the person (1) knows such information to be materially false, and (2) has the intent to impede or prevent another person from voting in an election. Additionally, the bill prohibits any person, within 60 days before a federal election, from using an artificial intelligence system to produce certain information on voting, if the person has the intent to use the system to (1) produce false information, and (2) impede or prevent another person from voting in an election. The bill also prohibits hindering, interfering with, or preventing voting or registering to vote. A private right of action for preventive relief is established for persons aggrieved by violations of these prohibitions. Criminal penalties are also established for violations. If the Department of Justice (DOJ) receives a credible report that materially false information has been or is being communicated in violation of the prohibitions on deceptive communications, and state and local election officials have not adequately communicated corrected information, then DOJ must communicate to the public accurate information designed to correct the materially false information. The bill extends the prohibition on certain types of intimidation in federal elections to also prohibit intimidation for processing ballots or tabulating, canvassing, or certifying votes.

Expanding the VOTE Act

Expanding the Voluntary Opportunities for Translations in Elections Act or the Expanding the VOTE Act This bill expands access to voting materials for individuals with limited proficiency in the English language. Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) requires covered states and political subdivisions to provide voting materials and other language assistance to persons who are American Indian, Asian American, Alaskan Natives, or of Spanish heritage and whose ability to speak or understand English limits electoral participation. A state or political subdivision that is subject to Section 203 is prohibited from providing English-only voting materials in an election. Among other requirements, this bill (1) requires the Department of Justice to issue a notice of prohibition, including the trigger threshold at which the prohibition applies, to certain states and political subdivisions; and (2) requires covered states and political subdivisions to provide written translations of all voting materials, with the consent of any applicable tribal government, to election workers. Additionally, the bill requires the Election Assistance Commission to make incentive grants for states and political subdivisions to provide translated voting materials. The bill also directs the Government Accountability Office to study and report on the impact of (1) reducing the threshold requirement under Section 203 of the VRA, and (2) expanding the definition of language minorities to include native speakers of additional languages.

Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2025

This bill would provide emergency funding and resources to help rural communities deal with water supply problems, such as contamination, system failures, or natural disasters that leave residents without safe drinking water. It aims to help small towns and agricultural areas that often lack the money and infrastructure that larger cities have to fix water emergencies quickly. The bill has been sent to a congressional subcommittee for review.

Unhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections Act

Unhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections Act or the Unhoused VOTE Act This bill expands voter registration and voting access for unhoused individuals. The bill specifies that no state or political subdivision may deny or abridge the right of any U.S. citizen to vote because the citizen resides at or in a nontraditional abode. Additionally, the bill requires jurisdictions that allow for ballot drop boxes to ensure that these drop boxes are available for in-person use and are accessible and clearly labeled. If a state requires individuals to show proof of residence in order to vote in a federal election, then the state must accept the individual’s written attestation of residence. A state may not prohibit an individual who is residing in a homeless shelter from using the shelter as the individual’s residence for purposes of voting in a federal election. The bill requires chief state election officials to conduct outreach to unhoused individuals. The bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to (1) develop best practices for election officials regarding voter registration and voting access for unhoused individuals, and (2) make grants to eligible states and local governments for programs and activities to support access to voting for unhoused individuals. The bill also revises the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, including by (1) treating emergency shelters as voter registration agencies, and (2) allowing an unhoused individual to use an unsheltered street location as the individual's place of residence for purposes of a voter registration application.

To codify Executive Order 14319 (relating to preventing woke AI in the Federal Government).

The proposal would write into law rules that prevent federal agencies from using artificial intelligence systems that the bill characterizes as "woke," though the specific criteria for what qualifies as such are not detailed in the title. It would apply to all federal government agencies and their use of AI technology in operations and decision-making. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment.

This bill prohibits a state where the congressional districts have been redistricted after a decennial census from carrying out another redistricting until after the next apportionment of Representatives following a decennial census, unless a court requires the state to conduct a subsequent redistricting to comply with the Constitution or enforce the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The bill is applicable to any congressional redistricting which occurs after the November 2024 election.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Ghislaine Maxwell should not receive a pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency from the President of the United States.

The House is expressing its official position that President Biden should not pardon, reduce the sentence of, or grant any other form of clemency to Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted of sex trafficking crimes. This is a non-binding statement of the House's opinion rather than a law that would prevent a pardon, and it reflects lawmakers' view that Maxwell's serious convictions warrant her serving her full sentence.

Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act

This bill would ensure that veterans and their families have access to reproductive health services, including abortion and contraception, through the Department of Veterans Affairs medical system regardless of state laws that might otherwise restrict these services. The measure aims to protect veterans' ability to make their own reproductive choices without being limited by where they live or their military status. It affects millions of veterans and their dependents who rely on VA healthcare.

CANADA Act

Creating Access to Necessary American-Canadian Duty Adjustments Act or the CANADA Act This bill exempts goods imported by or for the use of small business concerns from duties (i.e., tariffs) imposed under Executive Order 14193 . This executive order, issued by President Donald J. Trump on February 1, 2025, imposed a 25% tariff on most imports from Canada (except for Canadian energy or energy resources, which have a 10% tariff).

Sustaining Our Democracy Act

Sustaining Our Democracy Act This bill establishes and provides funds through FY2035 for the State Election Assistance and Innovation Trust Fund for purposes of promoting election activities. Specifically, the bill establishes the Democracy Advancement and Innovation Program, through which the Office of Democracy Advancement and Innovation (also established by this bill) shall make allocations to states for carrying out democracy promotion activities. These activities include improving the administration of federal elections, recruiting and training nonpartisan election officials and poll workers, and increasing voting access. The bill requires each state, in order to receive allocated funds, to (1) submit a plan for approval that describes how the state will distribute resources and carry out democracy promotion activities, and (2) establish uniform and nondiscriminatory state-based administrative complaint procedures. The bill prohibits states from using funds for certain activities, including any activity that diminishes the ability of any eligible voter to participate in the electoral process.

Seedlings for Sustainable Habitat Restoration Act of 2025

The proposal would establish a program to grow and distribute native tree and plant seedlings for restoring damaged forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats across the country. It would support nurseries, conservation groups, and landowners who participate in habitat restoration projects by providing funding and seedlings. This would help communities rebuild ecosystems damaged by wildfires, development, or other environmental harm while potentially creating jobs in plant nurseries and restoration work.

WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill would award the Congressional Gold Medal to nurses who served in World War II, honoring their contributions to the military during the war. The medal is one of the highest civilian honors Congress can give and recognizes exceptional service to the nation. The bill has been sent to committees to review before a vote can take place.

Supporting Equity for Aquaculture and Seafood Act

This bill would provide financial support and resources to help small-scale and minority-owned seafood farms compete in the aquaculture industry, which involves raising fish and other seafood in controlled environments. The legislation aims to increase access to loans, grants, and technical assistance for farmers who have historically faced barriers to entering or expanding in this sector. By supporting these businesses, the bill intends to create more economic opportunities in coastal and rural communities while boosting domestic seafood production.

Coal Ash for American Infrastructure Act

This bill would allow coal ash—the leftover material from burning coal for electricity—to be reused in construction projects like roads, bridges, and concrete instead of being stored in landfills. The proposal aims to reduce waste and create a market for this material while potentially lowering construction costs, though environmental groups have raised concerns about whether coal ash is safe enough to use in infrastructure without stricter safety standards. The bill would primarily affect power plants, construction companies, and state environmental regulators who oversee how coal ash is managed.

SWIFT VOTE Act

The bill would speed up the voting process in the House of Representatives by changing procedural rules that currently allow extended debate and delays on legislation. This would make it faster for Congress to pass bills by reducing the time spent on procedural votes and amendments, though it could limit the ability of minority party members to slow down or block measures they oppose. The change would primarily affect how House members conduct business and debate, potentially allowing the majority party to move its agenda through more quickly.

Plastic Health Research Act

This bill would fund scientific research to study how plastics and plastic chemicals affect human health, including their potential links to diseases and health problems. The research would help doctors and public health officials better understand the risks posed by plastic exposure through food, water, and everyday products that consumers use. The findings could eventually inform government decisions about regulating plastics and protecting public health.

Afghan Adjustment Act

The legislation would allow certain Afghan nationals who worked with the U.S. military or government during the war in Afghanistan to obtain permanent residency and eventually become U.S. citizens, without having to return to Afghanistan first or go through the standard visa process. This would primarily benefit Afghan interpreters, security personnel, and other employees who helped American forces and now face safety risks in their home country. The bill aims to provide a faster path to legal status for these individuals and their families who were evacuated to the United States.

Warehouse Worker Protection Act

The bill would establish new safety and working condition standards for warehouse workers, likely including rules about work hours, break times, and physical demands to prevent injuries and exhaustion. It would apply to large warehouses and distribution centers, affecting both the companies that operate them and the hundreds of thousands of workers employed in these facilities across the country.

Ending Homelessness Act of 2025

This bill would likely establish new federal programs and funding to help reduce homelessness through housing assistance, support services, and prevention efforts. It would affect homeless individuals, housing organizations, local governments, and potentially require funding from federal sources to expand shelter capacity, provide mental health and addiction services, and help people transition into permanent housing. The specific details of how the bill would work are still being determined as it moves through congressional committees.

Time Off to Vote Act

Time Off to Vote Act This bill requires an employer, upon the request of an employee, to provide the employee with a minimum of two consecutive hours of paid leave while polls or sites that facilitate voting-related activity are open on the day of a federal election. This allotted time may be used to vote, return a mail-in ballot, or perform other voting-related activities. The employer may determine the two-hour period, excluding any lunch break or other break. Taking such leave shall not result in the employee losing accrued employment benefits. The bill makes it unlawful for an employer to interfere with the right to take such leave or for an employer to discriminate against an employee for taking such leave. Further, the bill makes it unlawful for any employer to retaliate against an employee for (1) opposing any practice made unlawful by this bill; (2) filing a charge, or instituting or causing to be instituted any proceeding, under or related to this bill; or (3) testifying or preparing to testify in an inquiry or proceeding relating to such leave. The bill specifies penalties for employers who violate these provisions.

CLEAR ID Act

The proposal would establish a system for verifying that people are legally authorized to work in the United States by requiring employers to check immigration status through a federal database. Workers and job applicants would be affected by these verification requirements, while employers would need to comply with new procedures when hiring. The measure aims to prevent unauthorized employment by creating clearer identification standards and enforcement mechanisms at the federal level.

Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025

Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act 2025 This bill makes permanent temporary provisions that generally expand eligibility for and increase the amount of the premium tax credit. This bill also repeals multiple Medicaid, Medicare, and health-related tax provisions enacted by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Currently, eligible taxpayers may claim the premium tax credit, which applies toward the cost of obtaining health insurance through health insurance exchanges. To qualify, a taxpayer’s household income must meet or exceed 100% of the federal poverty level (FPL) and, after 2025, may not exceed 400% of the FPL (maximum income limit). For 2021-2025, the maximum income limit is eliminated, which generally expands eligibility for the premium tax credit. Further, under current law, the amount of the premium tax credit is partially based on the taxpayer’s household income multiplied by the applicable percentage. The applicable percentage varies depending on which of six income ranges (adjusted for inflation after 2025) the taxpayer’s household income falls within. For 2021-2025, the applicable percentages are lowered and the adjustment of the applicable percentages for inflation is eliminated, which generally increases the amount of the premium tax credit. The bill permanently eliminates the 400% maximum income limit, lowers the applicable percentages, and eliminates the inflation adjustment for the applicable percentages. Finally, the bill repeals multiple Medicaid, Medicare, and health-related tax provisions enacted by the OBBBA, including certain Medicare and Medicare eligibility and verification requirements, the reduced window for retroactive Medicaid coverage, and premium tax credit verification requirements.

No Tax Treaties for Foreign Aggressors Act

This bill would prevent the United States from entering into tax treaties with countries that the government determines have committed military aggression, such as invading another nation. The goal is to use tax policy as a tool to punish countries for aggressive military actions by making it harder for their businesses and citizens to do business in America. It would affect multinational corporations, international investors, and trade relationships with countries deemed aggressive by U.S. officials.

U.S.-Taiwan Defense Innovation Partnership Act

The bill would establish a formal partnership between the U.S. and Taiwan to collaborate on military technology development and defense innovation, allowing the two governments to share research, conduct joint projects, and strengthen their defense capabilities. This would affect defense contractors, military researchers, and government agencies in both countries by creating new opportunities for cooperation on advanced weapons systems and security technologies. The partnership aims to deepen the defense relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan in response to regional security concerns.

Strategic Resources Non-discrimination Act

This bill would likely prevent discrimination in access to energy resources or energy-related financing and investment opportunities. The exact scope isn't clear from the title alone, but it appears designed to ensure fair treatment for certain groups or regions in obtaining energy supplies, funding for energy projects, or participation in energy markets. The bill is currently under review by the House Financial Services Committee.

A bill to expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.

This bill expands the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to provide information to certain persons (e.g., trademark or copyright owners) regarding suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade. Under current law, if CBP suspects that merchandise is being imported in violation of certain trademark and copyright laws, it may request assistance from specified persons when determining whether the merchandise is imported in violation of these laws. To permit the party to conduct examination and testing, CBP must provide them with specified information that appears on the merchandise and its packaging and labels. This bill (1) expands the definition of person to allow CBP to request assistance from any other appropriate party with an interest in the imported merchandise, and (2) expands the scope of information that CBP is authorized to share with others to include information on and images of packing materials and shipping containers. The bill allows CBP to request this assistance if it has a reasonable suspicion (currently, suspects) that the merchandise being imported is in violation of certain trademark and copyright laws. Additionally, CBP may provide a person with nonpublic information about the imported merchandise that was generated by an online marketplace or similar market platform, express consignment operator, freight forwarder, or any other entity that plays a role in the sale, importation, or facilitation of the merchandise into the United States and has been provided to, shared with, or obtained by CBP.

CREATE Act

Without access to the full bill text, the CREATE Act likely addresses tax policy changes, possibly related to business taxation, tax credits, or tax reform. The bill has been sent to the House Ways and Means Committee, which handles all federal tax legislation, suggesting it would affect how businesses, individuals, or specific industries pay taxes or receive tax benefits.

Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act of 2025

Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act of 2025 This bill establishes grants, training, and interagency coordination for responding to wildfires and fires in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) (i.e., where undeveloped land or vegetation meets human infrastructure). It also requires measures for protecting the health of firefighters and emergency responders. The bill establishes an Under Secretary of Agriculture for Fire Coordination to manage coordination of government preparation and response to wildfires and WUI fires. Such office may award grants to fire departments and emergency medical services organizations for training firefighting personnel or obtaining personal protective equipment for responding to such fires. Also, the Forest Service must establish a national plan with guidelines for training structural (i.e., urban) firefighters to respond to wildfires and WUI fires. The Forest Service may provide grants to certain nonprofit organizations to carry out training programs pursuant to the plan. Upon request from agencies, the Department of Defense (DOD) may allow its firefighters to conduct operations or assist in responding to wildfires and WUI fires. Agencies must reimburse DOD for such services. Additionally, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health must perform research and development and report to Congress on protecting the respiratory health of firefighters and identifying certain hazardous substances in areas affected by wildfires and WUI fires. Also, task forces within the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must train each member in peer mental health support and include members who are mental health practitioners.

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Pratt & Whitney.

This resolution celebrates the achievements and legacy of the Connecticut company Pratt & Whitney on its 100 th anniversary and recognizes the company for its excellence in engineering, innovation, and public service. It also commends and thanks the past and present skilled employees of Pratt & Whitney, including machinists, engineers, technicians, and veterans.

No Tax Treaties for Foreign Aggressors Act of 2025

This bill would prevent the United States from entering into tax treaties with countries that the government determines have committed aggression against other nations. The measure aims to use tax policy as a tool to discourage military aggression by making it more expensive for aggressive countries' businesses and citizens to operate in the U.S. It would affect multinational corporations, investors, and workers in countries deemed aggressive by limiting tax benefits those entities normally receive.

ENFORCE Act

Enhancing Necessary Federal Offenses Regarding Child Exploitation Act or the ENFORCE Act This bill broadens the scope of prohibited conduct and increases criminal penalties for child pornography offenses involving the production or distribution of an adapted or modified depiction of an identifiable minor. The bill also expands federal enforcement of criminal offenses involving the possession, receipt, distribution, or production of obscene visual representations of the sexual abuse of children.

Merchant Banking Modernization Act

The proposal would update rules for how banks can invest in and own non-financial businesses, allowing them greater flexibility in these activities while potentially requiring stronger oversight to manage risks. Banks and their investors would benefit from expanded opportunities to grow their businesses beyond traditional banking services, though regulators would need to ensure these investments don't threaten the stability of the financial system or harm consumers.

Transnational Repression Policy Act

This bill would establish policies and procedures to address transnational repression—when foreign governments target their own citizens or dissidents living in the United States through surveillance, harassment, or threats. The legislation would likely direct U.S. agencies to identify, document, and counter these activities while protecting vulnerable individuals and communities from foreign government persecution. It affects immigrants, refugees, activists, and journalists who may be targeted by authoritarian regimes operating across borders.

Advancing Research on Agricultural Soil Health Act of 2025

The legislation would direct federal funding and research efforts toward studying and improving soil health on farms, helping farmers understand how to maintain productive and sustainable soil. By supporting scientific research into soil management practices, the bill aims to help agricultural producers increase crop yields while protecting their land for long-term use. Farmers, agricultural researchers, and food producers would benefit from the expanded knowledge and resources focused on soil conservation and improvement.

Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.

This resolution honors the 50th anniversary of Cabo Verde's independence from Portugal and recognizes the important roles that Cabo Verdean-Americans have played in supporting democracy both in their ancestral homeland and in the United States. The measure is largely ceremonial and does not create new laws or programs, but rather celebrates the historical milestone and the contributions of this community to both nations.

Written Informed Consent Act

This bill would require military members to give written permission before participating in medical experiments or receiving certain medical treatments. The measure aims to protect service members by ensuring they fully understand and agree to any experimental procedures or medications before doctors can administer them.

LOAN Act

The bill addresses federal student loan policies, though the specific changes are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to education and budget committees, it likely proposes modifications to how student loans are managed, repaid, or funded. The changes would affect millions of current and future college students and borrowers managing education debt.

Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025

This bill likely addresses legal or compensation issues related to the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing in Saudi Arabia, which killed 19 U.S. service members. The legislation probably aims to provide justice or financial relief for victims' families or to clarify legal rights regarding claims against those responsible for the attack. It affects military families, veterans, and potentially the legal process for holding accountable those involved in the bombing.

SEIZE Act

The SEIZE Act appears to address international affairs matters, likely involving the government's ability to take action against foreign entities or assets in response to threats or violations of U.S. interests. Without the full bill text, the specific mechanism—whether it involves sanctions, asset seizure, or diplomatic measures—cannot be determined, but the legislation probably aims to give the U.S. government stronger tools to respond to international conflicts or misconduct. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Revitalizing America’s Housing Act

This bill aims to address America's housing shortage and affordability crisis by likely proposing new funding, tax incentives, or regulatory changes to encourage home construction and make housing more accessible to low- and middle-income families. The legislation would probably affect homebuilders, developers, renters, first-time homebuyers, and communities struggling with housing costs. The specific details of how it would achieve these goals are still being developed as the bill moves through the subcommittee review process.

Uyghur Genocide Accountability and Sanctions Act of 2025

The bill would impose financial sanctions and other penalties on Chinese government officials and entities that the U.S. determines are responsible for human rights abuses against Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in Xinjiang. It would also restrict imports of goods made in that region and require the government to investigate and report on alleged genocide and crimes against humanity. The measure aims to pressure China to change its policies and hold accountable those involved in what supporters describe as systematic oppression.

A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to develop and implement a strategy to strengthen multilateral deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.

The bill would require the Defense Department to create a plan for working with allied countries in the Indo-Pacific region to discourage military aggression and strengthen security partnerships. This strategy would likely involve coordinating defense efforts with countries like Japan, South Korea, and Australia to present a united front against potential threats in that part of the world. The goal is to make military conflict less likely by showing that multiple nations are prepared to defend themselves together.

ROAD to Housing Act of 2025

The bill aims to address housing shortages and affordability by likely expanding funding, incentives, or regulatory changes related to residential development and community housing programs. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the legislation would probably affect homebuyers, renters, developers, and local communities working to increase available housing stock. The bill is currently awaiting Senate consideration.

Seedlings for Sustainable Habitat Restoration Act of 2025

Seedlings for Sustainable Habitat Restoration Act of 2025 This bill provides support for the collection and maintenance of native seeds and production of tree seedlings. First, the bill expands the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to allow the Forest Service to enter into contracts, grants, or agreements with state forestry agencies, institutions of higher education, Indian tribes, and other entities for the (1) collection and maintenance of native seeds, including material from managed seed orchards; and (2) production of seedlings for revegetation. Second, the bill modifies requirements for forest landscape restoration proposals for funding under the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program. Specifically, the bill adds institutions of higher education to the list of entities that may provide employment or training opportunities under a proposal and allows the employment or training opportunities to include the collection and maintenance of native seeds for revegetation or the production of seedlings.

A resolution solemnly marking the one-year anniversary of the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump, condemning the multiple attempts against the President's life, condemning those who incite violence against political officials, and honoring the victims of the shooting.

The Senate passed a resolution commemorating the one-year anniversary of an assassination attempt on President Trump, condemning violence against political leaders and those who encourage such violence, and honoring the people harmed in the shooting. This is a symbolic measure that does not create new laws or policies but expresses the chamber's official stance against political violence. The resolution passed unanimously without any changes.

A resolution commemorating the 69th anniversary of the continuous operations of the Mauna Loa Observatory.

This resolution honors the Mauna Loa Observatory, a scientific facility in Hawaii that has been continuously operating for 69 years and collecting important data about Earth's atmosphere and climate. The observatory is known for its long-term measurements of carbon dioxide levels and other atmospheric conditions that help scientists understand climate change and air quality. The resolution recognizes the observatory's contributions to scientific research and its role in providing crucial information that informs environmental policy and public health decisions.

International Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025

International Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes programs and activities that combat international human trafficking and updates various elements of the federal framework to combat international human trafficking. Specifically, the bill reauthorizes through FY2029 programs and activities at various federal departments and agencies to combat international trafficking and reduce the prevalence of modern slavery. The bill also reauthorizes International Megan’s Law through FY2029. Among its provisions, the law requires sex offenders to provide certain information about their intended travel outside of the United States. Additionally, the bill updates the federal framework to combat international trafficking. First, with respect to country rankings for anti-trafficking efforts, the bill narrows the types of countries on the Tier 2 Watch List and increases the length of time a country may remain on the Tier 2 Watch List after being downgraded to the lowest ranking and then reinstated to the watch list. (The Tier 2 Watch List includes countries that are making significant efforts toward meeting the minimum standards to eliminate human trafficking but still have a significant or significantly increasing number of victims or fail to show improvement.) Second, the bill requires the Department of State to brief Congress on (1) countries that are downgraded or upgraded in the rankings, and (2) countries that receive a waiver from being downgraded. Third, the bill requires counter-trafficking strategies, activities, and efforts to be further incorporated into U.S. foreign assistance.

Medication Affordability and Patent Integrity Act

This bill would allow the federal government to negotiate drug prices directly with pharmaceutical companies for Medicare patients, while also limiting how long companies can extend their patent protections to keep generic competitors off the market. The changes would aim to lower medication costs for seniors and other patients, though drug manufacturers would face reduced profits from their patents. The bill affects pharmaceutical companies, Medicare beneficiaries, and patients who rely on prescription medications.

Foreign Robocall Elimination Act

Foreign Robocall Elimination Act This bill establishes an interagency task force on unlawful robocalls to advise federal agencies and Congress on combating robocalls made from outside of the United States. The bill also increases the term applicable to the Federal Communications Commission’s designation of an industry-led consortium to trace the origin of suspected unlawful robocalls. Under current law, the commission must annually seek applications from industry groups to serve as the designated consortium; under the bill, the commission must seek applications once every three years.

Ethanol for America Act of 2025

This bill would likely promote the use of ethanol fuel, a renewable fuel made from crops like corn, as a way to reduce dependence on oil and lower greenhouse gas emissions. The legislation would probably affect fuel producers, farmers who grow ethanol feedstock, and drivers by potentially increasing ethanol blending requirements in gasoline or providing incentives for ethanol production and use. Environmental groups and the fuel industry would have competing interests in how the bill is structured and implemented.

West Bank Violence Prevention Act of 2025

This bill would likely establish measures to reduce violence in the West Bank region, potentially through funding, diplomatic efforts, or support for peacekeeping initiatives. The legislation would affect U.S. foreign policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and could influence how American aid or military assistance is distributed in the region. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Camden National Battlefield Park Study Act

This bill would authorize a study to determine whether the area around Camden, South Carolina should become a national battlefield park to preserve and interpret the Revolutionary War battle that took place there. The study would examine the historical significance of the site and assess whether it meets the criteria for federal protection and management as a park. If approved, this could lead to the creation of a new national park that would protect the battlefield for future generations and potentially boost tourism and education in the region.