Mike Collins

To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to transmit a veteran's history of opioid prescriptions to a Community Care health care provider.

The Department of Veterans Affairs would be required to share a veteran's complete history of opioid prescriptions with private healthcare providers when a veteran receives care through the VA's Community Care program. This would help prevent veterans from obtaining duplicate or excessive opioid prescriptions from multiple providers and reduce the risk of addiction or overdose. The change affects veterans who use both VA and private healthcare services.

Encouraging States to establish "Veterans Tax Relief Weekends" that coincide with Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day, providing a practical way for communities across the country to recognize the service of veterans and members of the Armed Forces by providing financial relief to them.

States would be encouraged to create special tax-free shopping weekends around Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day where veterans and active-duty military members could purchase goods without paying sales tax. This would give communities a way to honor military service while providing financial relief to those who served. The proposal is currently being reviewed by the House Judiciary Committee.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that as the United States marks 250 years of independence, establishing a "Veterans Appreciation Month" offers a simple but powerful way for the Nation to recognize the men and women whose service has protected American freedom for generations.

The House is proposing to officially recognize a "Veterans Appreciation Month" to honor the military service members and veterans who have fought to protect the country throughout its 250-year history. This symbolic gesture would give Americans a dedicated time each year to acknowledge and thank veterans for their sacrifices and contributions to national defense. The proposal is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Encouraging military discounts in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The bill encourages businesses to offer discounts to military members and veterans as a way to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. It aims to recognize and show appreciation for those who have served in the armed forces by promoting voluntary participation from companies in providing special pricing or deals. The proposal has been sent to two congressional committees to review how it might affect energy, commerce, and small businesses.

Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2026

This bill would likely loosen environmental regulations on diesel trucks, possibly by delaying or rolling back emissions standards that manufacturers must meet. The changes would affect trucking companies and manufacturers by reducing compliance costs, though it could increase air pollution and harm public health, particularly for people living near highways and ports. Environmental groups would likely oppose the measure while the trucking industry would probably support it.

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act

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

Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2025

The proposal would make it harder for people to file certain lawsuits by requiring them to have strong evidence before going to court and imposing financial penalties on those who file cases that judges consider frivolous or without merit. This would primarily affect individuals and their lawyers who bring civil lawsuits, as well as businesses and organizations that might face fewer legal challenges. Supporters argue it would reduce wasteful litigation, while critics worry it could prevent legitimate cases from being heard.

Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act of 2025

Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act of 2025 This bill makes staging a collision with a commercial motor vehicle a federal crime. Specifically, a person who is operating a motor vehicle and intentionally causes a collision with a commercial motor vehicle (or arranges for another person to cause such a collision) is subject to a fine, a prison term of up to 20 years, or both. If the collision results in serious bodily injury or death, the prison term may not be less than 20 years.

SAFE for America Act of 2025

Security And Fairness Enhancement for America Act of 2025 or SAFE for America Act of 2025 This bill eliminates the diversity visa program. This program provides up to 55,000 visas annually to individuals from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States.