John Cornyn

A bill to allow the Farm Credit Administration the option to examine low-risk Farm Credit System institutions under a 24-month cycle.

The Farm Credit Administration would be allowed to inspect certain low-risk agricultural lending institutions less frequently—once every 24 months instead of more often—to reduce regulatory burden on these stable financial organizations. This change would primarily affect Farm Credit System institutions that lend money to farmers and rural businesses, potentially allowing them to operate with less frequent government oversight if they meet safety standards. The bill gives regulators flexibility to adjust inspection schedules based on an institution's financial health and risk level.

No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act

The bill would allow certain Border Patrol agents to exclude overtime pay from their taxable income, treating it as "qualified overtime compensation" under tax law. This change would reduce the federal income taxes owed by these agents on their overtime earnings, effectively giving them a tax break for hours worked beyond their regular schedule. The proposal is currently under review by the Senate Finance Committee.

Carla Walker Act

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Promoting Police Leadership Act

The bill would improve a federal grant program that helps local police departments hire and train officers by adding new funding and requirements specifically for training police commanders and supervisors in leadership skills. This would affect police departments across the country that receive federal grants, potentially helping them develop better management practices. The measure is currently under review by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Stop Fueling Cartel Violence Act

The federal government would be required to produce a detailed report examining how transnational criminal organizations smuggle oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon products across borders, and what strategies could be used to stop them. The report would help policymakers and military officials understand the scope of this smuggling problem and develop better ways to combat it. This affects national security agencies, the military, and law enforcement officials working to disrupt criminal networks involved in fuel trafficking.

WATER for Farmers Act

This bill would guarantee that the United States receives its full water allocation under a 1944 treaty with Mexico and create a compensation program for American farmers who lose crops or income when water deliveries fall short. The measure aims to protect agricultural communities that depend on cross-border water supplies by providing financial assistance during shortages. It has been sent to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for review.

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "National Child Abuse Prevention Month", and the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Congress would officially recognize April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise awareness about child abuse and support prevention efforts. The resolution expresses support for the goals of this observance, which aims to educate the public, support families, and highlight resources available to protect children from harm. This designation helps focus national attention on child safety and encourages communities, organizations, and individuals to take action against child abuse.

BOOT Sharia Law Act

This bill would prevent immigrants from becoming U.S. citizens or keeping their legal resident status if they engage in activities opposing the Constitution or the U.S. government, or if they support Sharia law. It would also make such activities grounds for denying asylum claims. The measure affects immigrants seeking citizenship, current legal permanent residents, and asylum applicants.

LNG Export Security Act

The bill would clarify what "public interest" means under federal natural gas regulations, giving the government a clearer standard for deciding whether to approve new natural gas pipelines and infrastructure projects. This affects energy companies building natural gas facilities, consumers who use natural gas, and communities where pipelines might be constructed, as the definition could influence which projects get approved or rejected.

BACK OFF Act

The bill would prevent foreign nationals from entering the United States specifically to give birth here, with the goal of preventing "birth tourism" where parents seek U.S. citizenship for their children. Immigration officials would be authorized to deny entry to pregnant women or those suspected of planning to have a baby in the U.S., and could remove foreign nationals who are already in the country for this purpose. The measure would affect pregnant travelers and families seeking to have children born with U.S. citizenship.

I–47 Future Interstate Act of 2026

The proposal would officially redesignate U.S. Route 287 as Interstate Route I-47, which would change how this major highway is classified and maintained within the federal highway system. This change would affect how the road is funded, managed, and marked, potentially improving its status as a major transportation corridor. The bill is currently under review by the Senate's environmental and infrastructure committee.

Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2025

This bill would protect Americans from being sued in Russian courts by allowing the U.S. government to block or dismiss cases brought against American citizens, companies, or government officials in Russia's legal system. The measure aims to shield Americans from what supporters view as politically motivated lawsuits by the Russian government, particularly given current tensions between the two countries. It affects American businesses, travelers, diplomats, and military personnel who might otherwise face legal action in Russian courts.

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.

Sanctuary City Elimination Act

This bill would allow state and local police departments to work with federal immigration and law enforcement agencies to identify and detain people suspected of being in the country illegally, particularly those accused of violent crimes or terrorism. The measure aims to remove legal barriers that currently prevent some local police from cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement. It would affect undocumented immigrants, local law enforcement agencies, and federal immigration officials.

No Funding to Honor Crime Scenes Act

This bill would transfer the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument in California from federal government ownership to another entity, likely a state or local government or private organization. The change would affect how the monument is managed and who controls its operations and future use. The bill is currently under review by the Senate committee responsible for federal lands and natural resources.

Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025

Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2025 This act 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 act 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 act 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 act 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 act 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.

Child Predators Accountability Act

This bill would likely create new criminal penalties or enforcement mechanisms to hold people accountable for child sexual abuse and exploitation. The legislation would probably affect law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and the criminal justice system as they work to investigate and prosecute crimes against children. The specific details of what penalties or procedures it would establish would depend on the bill's full text.

Dalilah’s Law Act

This bill addresses immigration policy, though the specific details are not yet publicly available since it has just been referred to the Judiciary Committee. Based on the name referencing an individual, it likely aims to change how immigration laws are applied in a particular situation or to create new protections or procedures for certain immigrants. The bill will be reviewed by the Judiciary Committee before any votes occur.

No Funding to Honor Crime Scenes Act

This bill would prevent the federal government from using public lands or spending federal money to create memorials or monuments at locations where major crimes have occurred. The legislation aims to stop the government from honoring or commemorating crime scenes on national parks, forests, or other public property that taxpayers own.

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026 This bill prohibits the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from providing a Member of Congress with expedited or preferential access to or through airport security screenings. Specifically, TSA funds may not be used to exempt a Member of Congress from TSA passenger and baggage screening, or provide a Member of Congress with priority or expedited access to a screening location based on their position. TSA must update its policies and procedures to ensure compliance with this bill.

RESPECT Act of 2025

The RESPECT Act would establish new protections and support systems for military service members and veterans, likely focusing on their rights, benefits, or treatment within the armed forces and veterans' healthcare system. The bill has been approved by the Veterans' Affairs Committee with modifications and is moving forward in the legislative process. The exact changes would affect active-duty personnel, veterans, and potentially their families who rely on military and veterans' services.

VSAFE Act of 2025

The bill would establish or modify benefits and support programs for military veterans, likely focusing on healthcare, disability compensation, or other services that help former service members transition to civilian life. The Veterans Affairs Committee has approved the measure with changes and plans to move it forward for a full vote. Veterans and their families would be the primary beneficiaries of whatever new or expanded programs the bill creates.

Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2026

This bill would allow federal law enforcement officers to purchase their service weapons at a discount or reduced price, similar to programs that let military members buy their issued firearms. The measure aims to help officers who want to keep the guns they've used on the job after retiring or leaving federal service. It primarily affects federal agents and officers working for agencies like the FBI, DEA, and other federal law enforcement organizations.

Stop Somali CASH Fraud Act

This bill would crack down on money transfers sent to Somalia by requiring banks and money transfer companies to strengthen their monitoring and reporting of these transactions to prevent funds from reaching terrorist organizations or being used for illegal purposes. The legislation aims to close gaps in how financial institutions track money flowing to Somalia, which officials say is vulnerable to misuse by extremist groups. Banks and money transfer services would face stricter compliance requirements when handling these international payments.

Need for Speed Act

The Need for Speed Act would likely streamline federal approval processes for transportation and infrastructure projects to reduce delays in construction and development. By cutting through bureaucratic requirements, the bill aims to help states and local governments build roads, bridges, and other public works faster and more efficiently. The changes would affect construction companies, state transportation departments, and communities waiting for infrastructure improvements.

SIREN Act of 2026

The bill likely aims to improve emergency alert systems or communication infrastructure related to science and technology. Based on its referral to the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, it probably addresses how emergency warnings are broadcast to the public or how different communication networks coordinate during crises. The changes would affect telecommunications companies, emergency management agencies, and the general public who rely on alert systems.

Defeat Sharia Law in America Act

This bill would restrict courts from applying or recognizing Islamic law (Sharia) in legal proceedings and would prevent it from being used as a basis for decisions in American courts. The legislation aims to ensure that U.S. law remains the sole legal framework used in the American judicial system, affecting how courts handle cases involving Muslim Americans and disputes that might reference Islamic legal principles.

United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act

This bill would establish a partnership between the U.S. government and other countries to promote legal gold mining and combat illegal mining operations that often involve environmental damage and human rights abuses. The legislation aims to help developing nations strengthen their mining regulations and enforcement while creating economic opportunities through legitimate gold production, affecting mining companies, workers in gold-producing regions, and countries that depend on mining revenue.

Stop Fraud by SOMALIA Act

The bill aims to prevent fraud schemes that target families, likely by strengthening legal penalties or enforcement mechanisms against scammers who exploit vulnerable people through deceptive practices. The legislation would give law enforcement and prosecutors better tools to investigate and prosecute fraudsters who prey on families' finances or personal information. Families could benefit from stronger protections against common scams like identity theft, romance fraud, or financial exploitation.

Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving

The proposal would establish stricter penalties and enforcement measures for immigrants who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It aims to address public safety concerns by potentially increasing consequences for impaired driving violations committed by people in the country illegally. The measure would affect law enforcement agencies, courts, and individuals convicted of drunk or drugged driving offenses.

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

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 (DOE). The bill also sets forth policies and authorities for the Department of State, the Coast Guard, and the Intelligence Community (IC). Among other elements, the bill authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft, ships, and missiles; sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding DOD acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and domestic sourcing; sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel, Ukraine, and the Indo-Pacific; sets policy for various matters related to DOD cyber operations, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence; authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years; authorizes the National Nuclear Security Administration, Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Naval Petroleum Reserves, and Maritime Administration; sets policy regarding the organization and workforce of the State Department; sets acquisition and personnel policy for the Coast Guard; sets policy for merchant mariner credentials, vessel safety, and oil pollution response; and sets policy for the IC regarding artificial intelligence and biotechnology. For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA , and In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process .

Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act of 2025

The government would gain new powers to review and block American companies' investments in other countries if those investments could harm national security, particularly in sensitive areas like advanced technology, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence. Companies planning major investments abroad would need to notify federal authorities, who could investigate whether the deal poses risks to U.S. defense capabilities or economic competitiveness. This would give the U.S. government similar authority over outbound investments that it already has over foreign companies trying to invest in America.

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.

Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act

This bill strengthens protections and support for people who have been trafficked by expanding access to legal remedies, improving how law enforcement investigates trafficking cases, and ensuring victims receive better assistance with housing, healthcare, and other services. It aims to make it easier for trafficking survivors to pursue justice against their traffickers and the organizations that enabled the abuse, while also holding bad actors more accountable for their crimes.

Back the Blue Act of 2025

This bill would likely strengthen protections and support for law enforcement officers, possibly through measures like increased penalties for crimes against police, improved funding for police departments, or enhanced legal protections for officers. The changes would affect police departments, officers, and potentially the criminal justice system's handling of crimes targeting law enforcement. The bill is still in early stages and has been sent to the Judiciary Committee for review.

More Homes on the Market Act

The proposal would change tax rules to encourage homeowners to sell their properties and increase the housing supply on the market. It likely aims to reduce tax penalties or create incentives that make it easier for people to list their homes for sale, which could help address housing shortages in tight real estate markets. This would affect both individual homeowners deciding whether to sell and potentially impact home prices and availability for buyers.

Countering Threats and Attacks on Our Judges Act

Countering Threats and Attacks on Our Judges Act This bill allows funds awarded by the State Justice Institute to be used to establish, implement, and operate a judicial threat and intelligence resource center. The State Justice Institute is a private, nonprofit corporation established by federal law to support and improve the administration of justice in state courts.

Kayla Hamilton Act

Without access to the bill's specific text, this legislation appears to address crime and law enforcement matters and has been referred to the health, education, labor, and pensions committee, suggesting it may involve victim support services, workplace safety, or training programs related to law enforcement. The bill's referral to this particular committee indicates it likely focuses on preventive measures, victim assistance, or educational initiatives rather than criminal penalties alone. To provide a more detailed summary of what the bill would actually do, the specific provisions would need to be reviewed.

PAID OFF Act of 2025

The bill likely aims to address how the United States manages its international debt obligations or helps other countries pay off debts as part of foreign policy strategy. Based on the title and international affairs focus, it probably involves either restructuring U.S. debt payments to other nations, forgiving certain international debts, or creating programs to assist developing countries with their financial obligations. The specific details would affect U.S. foreign relations, international trade partners, and potentially American taxpayers depending on how the bill allocates resources.

PARTNERS Act

The PARTNERS Act appears to address international relationships and diplomatic cooperation, though the specific details are not yet clear from its current status. Based on its referral to the Foreign Relations Committee, the bill likely aims to strengthen partnerships between the United States and other countries in areas such as trade, security, or development assistance. Once the committee reviews it, the bill's concrete impacts on American foreign policy and international relationships will become more apparent.

A bill to promote recruiter access to secondary schools.

This bill would make it easier for military recruiters to access high schools and connect with potential recruits. It likely aims to remove barriers that schools may have placed on military recruitment activities, allowing armed forces representatives more opportunities to meet with and inform students about military service options.

Strengthening Child Exploitation Enforcement Act

Strengthening Child Exploitation Enforcement Act This bill makes changes to federal criminal laws related to various offenses, particularly sexual abuse offenses against minors. The bill revises the federal kidnapping statute by specifying that obtaining a victim by defrauding or deceiving a third party constitutes the offense of kidnapping. Additionally, for a kidnapping offense that involves a victim who has not attained the age of 16, the bill specifies that it is not a defense that the victim consented to the conduct of the offender, unless the offender establishes by a preponderance of the evidence that the offender reasonably believed that the victim had attained the age of 16. The bill also revises statutes related to sexual abuse offenses against minors to specify the following: that crossing international lines with the intent to engage in a sexual act with a child who has not attained the age of 12 constitutes aggravated sexual abuse (currently, the statute only references crossing state lines), that the offense of sexual abuse of a minor also includes knowingly causing the intentional touching of any person by a person who has not attained the age of 16, and that attempting to commit abusive sexual contact is also a crime that is subject to the same penalty as the completed offense.

Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act

This bill would make it illegal to possess or distribute pill presses and related equipment used to manufacture counterfeit or illicit drugs, with criminal penalties for violations. The legislation aims to crack down on drug manufacturers who use these machines to produce fake prescription pills and other dangerous drugs that are sold on the street. Law enforcement agencies would gain tools to prosecute people involved in illegal drug manufacturing operations.

JUSTICE in D.C. Act

This bill would likely make changes to how crime and law enforcement operate in Washington, D.C., possibly affecting local police procedures, criminal penalties, or the court system in the nation's capital. The specific reforms would depend on the bill's detailed provisions, but given its focus on justice, it could address issues like sentencing, victim protections, or how law enforcement agencies coordinate in D.C. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Senate committee that oversees federal security and D.C. government operations.

A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain nominations.

This resolution generally permits the Senate to consider up to 10 nominations for most federal positions using a single motion to proceed (a proposal, typically offered by the Majority Leader, to bring a measure, nomination, or treaty to the Senate floor for debate and vote). However, certain nominations still require individual motions to proceed, namely nominations for Cabinet officials and other positions at Level I of the Executive Service, appellate judges, and Supreme Court Justices.

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.

Improving Police CARE Act

Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies Act or the Improving Police CARE Act This bill requires the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) within the Department of Justice to develop and publish performance standards for trauma kits that are eligible to be purchased using funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program. Additionally, the BJA must develop and publish best practices for the use, deployment, and maintenance of trauma kits by law enforcement agencies.

Stop the SWARM Act of 2025

Stop the Screwworms With Active Readiness and Mitigation Act of 2025 or the Stop the SWARM Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to submit a report to Congress on the New World Screwworm (NWS) domestic readiness and response initiative of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. NWS is a species of parasitic fly. The flies lay eggs in open wounds and body openings of warm-blooded animals (e.g., livestock, pets, and wildlife) and people. The eggs hatch into parasitic maggots that burrow into and feed on living tissue or flesh.

Halting the Epidemic of Addiction and Loss Act of 2025

This bill aims to address the addiction crisis by likely funding treatment programs, prevention efforts, and support services for people struggling with substance abuse. It would probably affect individuals dealing with addiction, their families, healthcare providers, and communities hit hardest by the opioid and drug epidemics. The legislation has been sent to the Senate health committee for review and debate.

Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act

This bill adjusts the boundaries of Big Bend National Park in Texas, likely adding or removing land to better protect the park's natural resources or improve its management. The change would affect how much federal land is designated as part of the park and could impact local landowners, the National Park Service, and visitors to the area.

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.

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.)

Don’t Sell My DNA Act

Don’t Sell My DNA Act This bill establishes protections for genetic information (e.g., information about an individual's genetic tests) in bankruptcy, particularly genetic information held by companies. In bankruptcies, a trustee is appointed to arrange for the use, sale, or lease of property of the debtor’s estate. The bill provides that if the property of the estate includes genetic information, all affected persons—including those not involved in the bankruptcy—must consent in writing to the use, sale, or lease of the genetic information after the commencement of the bankruptcy case. The trustee or debtor in a Chapter 11 (reorganization) bankruptcy must delete such genetic information if it is not disposed of in accordance with this bill.

Generating Retirement Ownership through Long-Term Holding

The proposal would create a new type of investment account that allows people to hold stocks for extended periods with special tax benefits, encouraging long-term investing rather than frequent trading. Workers and individual investors would pay lower taxes on investment gains if they keep their stocks in these accounts for many years, while the government would collect less tax revenue upfront but potentially more over time as people build retirement savings. The plan aims to help ordinary Americans build wealth through patient, long-term stock ownership.

Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act

Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act This bill makes changes to the Charter Schools Program (CSP), which authorizes competitive grants to state entities (e.g., state educational agencies and state charter school boards) to support high-quality charter schools. Specifically, the bill allows state entities to use up to 5% of their CSP grant funds to make pre-charter planning subgrants to certain prospective charter applicants. The bill specifies that state entities may also (1) fund a revolving loan fund or similar mechanisms for expenses prior to an eligible applicant receiving reimbursement, and (2) provide assistance to eligible applicants in locating and accessing a charter school facility. Under the current CSP, state entities must use at least 7% of their CSP grant funds to provide technical assistance to eligible applicants and authorized public chartering agencies. The bill instead allows state entities to use not more than 10% of these funds for technical assistance. Additionally, under the current CSP, state entities may not use more than 3% of CSP grant funds for administrative costs. This bill raises the cap to 5%.

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the late George Foreman.

This resolution honors the life and accomplishments of George Foreman, the legendary boxer and entrepreneur who became a two-time heavyweight champion and later found success as a businessman and television personality. The resolution recognizes his contributions to sports and his impact on American culture beyond the boxing ring. This type of resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or policies.

STOP China Act

Safeguarding Transit Operations to Prohibit China Act or the STOP China Act This bill prohibits federal transportation funds from being used to purchase rolling stock (e.g., rail cars or buses) or fueling or charging infrastructure from entities with ties to China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran (i.e., a covered nation). In general, this replaces a current prohibition on the use of Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) funds for rolling stock from manufacturers owned or controlled by corporations based in certain countries. Specifically, Department of Transportation (DOT) funds, which include FTA funds, may not be used for the purchase of rolling stock or bus fueling or charging infrastructure from entities with ties to a covered nation. This prohibition also applies to vehicles that incorporate electric power trains from such entities. The prohibition broadly applies to corporations, joint ventures, individuals, and organizations with ties to covered nations. Examples of applicable entities include an individual whose activities are directed or financed by a covered nation or an entity that is owned or controlled by a covered nation or such an individual. The United States Trade Representative (USTR) must publish a list of the applicable entities and update the list annually. The bill includes an exception for motor vehicles or fueling and charging stations used for (1) inspecting or investigating vehicles or equipment; or (2) vehicle safety research, development, or testing.

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2025 as "National Child Abuse Prevention Month", and the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

The Senate is officially recognizing April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise awareness about protecting children from abuse and neglect. The resolution supports efforts by organizations, schools, and communities to educate people about preventing child abuse and helping families in crisis. This symbolic designation aims to encourage Americans to take action against child abuse and support services that protect vulnerable children.

Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act

Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act This bill expands an existing requirement for the Department of State to review and report on its guidance to federal agencies on the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. (The U.S.-Taiwan relationship has been unofficial since 1979, when the United States established diplomatic relations with China and broke them with Taiwan.) Current law requires the State Department to conduct a one-time review of its guidance governing relations with Taiwan and report to Congress on this review. Under this bill, the State Department must review that guidance, reissue it, and report to Congress every five years while the guidance is in effect. The reports to Congress must (1) describe the results of the guidance review and any changes to it resulting from implementation of a law that encourages engagement between Taiwanese and U.S. officials; (2) describe how the guidance takes into account certain considerations, such as the sense of Congress that Taiwan is governed by a representative government peacefully constituted through free and fair elections; and (3) identify self-imposed restrictions on relations with Taiwan that the State Department has lifted in its most recent guidance update.

Public Safety Officer Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Health Act of 2025

This bill would require health insurance plans to cover screening, diagnosis, and treatment for concussions and traumatic brain injuries for police officers, firefighters, and other public safety workers who suffer these injuries on the job. It aims to ensure that first responders can access necessary medical care and rehabilitation services without facing coverage barriers, recognizing that repeated head injuries are a common occupational hazard in these professions. The legislation would help protect the long-term health of the roughly 1 million public safety officers across the country.

Driving Forward Act

The Driving Forward Act likely aims to improve transportation infrastructure and public works projects across the country. Based on its referral to the Commerce and Transportation committee, it probably addresses issues like road maintenance, vehicle safety standards, or funding for transportation systems that affect drivers, commuters, and communities relying on public infrastructure.

Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025

Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025 This bill provides for Medicare coverage of ultrasound tests performed at a beneficiary's home. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must provide for separate payments for portable ultrasound services in the same manner and to the same extent as for portable X-ray services.

FIGHT China Act of 2025

Foreign Investment Guardrails to Help Thwart China Act of 2025 or FIGHT China Act of 2025 This bill authorizes sanctions on certain foreign persons (individuals and entities) that are involved with China's defense or surveillance technology sectors. The bill also requires U.S. persons to notify the Department of the Treasury about their investments with certain foreign persons in various technologies, and (2) authorizes Treasury to prohibit U.S. persons from making investments with such foreign persons in some of these technologies. Specifically, the President is authorized to impose property-blocking sanctions on certain foreign persons (including members of the Chinese Communist Party Central Committee, Chinese businesses, Chinese governmental entities, and businesses with equity securities primarily traded on Chinese stock exchanges) that Treasury determines to be knowingly engaged in significant operations in China's defense, defense-related material, or surveillance technology sectors. Additionally, the bill authorizes Treasury to bar U.S. persons from knowingly engaging in certain transactions (such as acquiring an equity interest, providing a loan, or entering into a joint venture) with most of these categories of foreign persons if they involve a prohibited technology. Prohibited technologies include those that develop a quantum computer; develop, design, or produce materials, components, or systems for hypersonic systems; or develop, design, or produce artificial intelligence models for use by the Chinese government. Treasury must require U.S. persons to notify Treasury if they engage in such transactions involving a range of technologies, including the prohibited technologies.

Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025

Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025 This bill establishes requirements for the Department of the Interior related to securing U.S. access to critical minerals and rare earth element (REE) resources. Critical minerals mean any mineral, element, substance, or material designated as critical by the U.S. Geological Survey. REEs mean cerium, dysprosium, erbium, europium, gadolinium, holmium, lanthanum, lutetium, neodymium, praseodymium, promethium, samarium, scandium, terbium, thulium, ytterbium, and yttrium. First, Interior must report on the critical mineral and REE resources, including recyclable or recycled materials containing those resources, around the world. Among other information, the report must include an assessment of the global ownership and supply of critical mineral and REE resources. Interior must submit the report within a year and every two years thereafter. Next, Interior must establish a process to assist a U.S. person—a U.S. citizen, a non-U.S. National (alien under federal law) lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an entity organized under U.S. laws—seeking to divest stock in mining, processing, or recycling operations for critical minerals and REEs in a foreign country with finding a purchaser that is not under the control of North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran. Finally, Interior must develop (1) a strategy to collaborate with U.S. allies and partners to develop advanced mining, refining, separation, processing, and recycling technologies; and (2) a method for sharing related intellectual property with U.S. allies and partners to enable those countries to license those technologies and develop their resources.

SHOPP Act of 2025

Supporting all Healthy Options when Purchasing Produce Act of 2025 or the SHOPP Act of 2025 This bill modifies the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) to include fresh frozen fruits and vegetables. GusNIP is a Department of Agriculture (USDA) program that provides grants for projects that increase low-income consumers' purchases of fruits and vegetables. It is made up of three competitive grant programs, including the GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program, which provides grants for projects that provide incentives for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants to purchase fruits and vegetables. The bill directs USDA, in awarding GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program grants, to give priority to projects that increase year-round availability of nutrition incentives by offering fresh frozen fruits or vegetables in the program. In addition, the bill amends another GusNIP program, the Produce Prescription Program, to include fresh frozen fruits and vegetables, as well as fresh and fresh frozen legumes. Currently, only fresh fruits and vegetables are covered under the program. The GusNIP Produce Prescription Program supports projects that demonstrate and evaluate the impact of fruit and vegetable prescriptions on increasing procurement and consumption of fruits and vegetables, reducing individual and household food insecurity, and reducing healthcare usage and associated costs.

United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act

The proposal would establish a partnership between the United States and other countries to develop legal gold and mining operations, likely aimed at promoting responsible mining practices and strengthening international cooperation in the mining industry. This would affect mining companies, workers in mining regions, and countries that depend on gold and mineral exports, while potentially addressing concerns about illegal mining and environmental damage from unregulated operations.

Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025

Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to periodically review and report on the maximum coverage available under the Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance and Veterans' Group Life Insurance programs. Specifically, the VA must review such coverage amount every five years, taking into account the average percentage by which the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased in the five fiscal years preceding the review.

Waco Mammoth National Monument Establishment Act of 2009

Waco Mammoth National Monument Establishment Act of 2009 - Establishes in Texas, as a unit of the National Park System, the Waco Mammoth National Monument. Authorizes the construction of essential administrative or visitor use facilities on non-federal land within the boundary of the Monument. Requires the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with Baylor University and the city of Waco, to complete a general management plan for the Monument.