Nicholas A. Langworthy

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act This bill repeals certain energy efficiency performance standards for new federal buildings and federal buildings undergoing major renovations. Specifically, the bill repeals the performance standards that phase out fossil fuel use in such buildings by FY2030. The bill directs the Department of Energy to implement the standards as though such phase-out requirements had never taken effect until it issues regulations with revised performance standards. The bill also specifies that certain systems that certify green buildings may not prohibit federal buildings from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.

Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

This resolution allows the House of Representatives to elect members to fill open positions on its standing committees, which are the permanent groups that handle specific policy areas like healthcare, defense, and taxes. The resolution has already passed the House and is now finalized, meaning committee assignments can proceed as planned.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6387) to amend the Clean Air Act to require revisions to regulations governing the review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6398) to amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6409) to amend the Clean Air Act to clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1156) expressing support for tax policies that support working families.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 6387) to amend the Clean Air Act to require revisions to regulations governing the review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6398) to amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6409) to amend the Clean Air Act to clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1156) expressing support for tax policies that support working families.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4922) to limit youth offender status in the District of Columbia to individuals 18 years of age or younger, to direct the Attorney General of the District of Columbia to establish and operate a publicly accessible website containing updated statistics on juvenile crime in the District of Columbia, to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to prohibit the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting changes to existing criminal liability sentences, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5143) to establish standards for law enforcement officers in the District of Columbia to engage in vehicular pursuits of suspects, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5140) to lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5125) to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to terminate the District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1047) to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to reform the interconnection queue process for the prioritization and approval of certain projects, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3015) to reestablish the National Coal Council in the Department of Energy to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Energy on matters related to coal and the coal industry, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3062) to establish a more uniform, transparent, and modern process to authorize the construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of international border-crossing facilities for the import and export of oil and natural gas and the transmission of electricity; and for other purposes.

This is a procedural resolution that allows the House to consider multiple bills affecting Washington D.C.'s criminal justice system (including changes to how juveniles are tried as adults and rules for police car chases), energy infrastructure (including reforms to how power projects get approved and a new coal advisory council), and border crossing facilities for oil, gas, and electricity. The resolution has already passed the House and sets the rules for debating and voting on these various bills. It essentially clears the way for these separate proposals to move forward in the legislative process.

Pay TSA Act of 2026

The bill would likely increase or adjust the pay and benefits for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who screen passengers and baggage at airports. This could help the TSA attract and keep experienced security workers by making the job more competitive with other government positions. The changes would affect thousands of airport security screeners across the country.

Seneca Nation Law Enforcement Efficiency Act

This bill would improve how law enforcement operates within Seneca Nation territory by streamlining procedures and potentially increasing resources or coordination between tribal police and other agencies. The changes would affect how crimes are investigated and prosecuted on Seneca lands, potentially making the justice system more efficient for both law enforcement officers and community members. The bill is currently being reviewed in subcommittee hearings to determine what specific reforms are needed.

Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026

This bill would make it illegal for companies to falsely claim that their products are made from recycled materials in advertisements or marketing, protecting consumers from being misled about how environmentally friendly a product actually is. The law would apply to any product sold to regular shoppers and would be enforced by federal agencies that oversee consumer protection and fair business practices. Companies that violate the rule could face penalties for deceiving customers about recycled content.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

Federal Workforce Early Separation Incentives Act

The bill would allow the federal government to offer buyout packages and early retirement incentives to encourage federal employees to voluntarily leave their jobs, helping agencies reduce their workforce without layoffs. This would give workers who meet certain age and service requirements the option to take a financial incentive to resign early, while allowing the government to manage staffing levels and potentially save money. The measure affects federal employees across all agencies and departments.

Energy Choice Act

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

Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act

This bill would create consistent federal rules for how dietary supplements like vitamins and herbal products are regulated across the country, rather than allowing each state to set its own standards. The change would make it easier for companies to sell supplements nationwide without navigating different state requirements, while potentially giving the federal government more authority to oversee product safety and labeling. Consumers, supplement manufacturers, and retailers would all be affected by these new uniform standards.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4776) to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to clarify ambiguous provisions and facilitate a more efficient, effective, and timely environmental review process; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1366) to provide for the location of multiple hardrock mining mill sites, to establish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 845) to require the Secretary of the Interior to reissue regulations removing the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened wildlife under the Endangered Species Act of 1973; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3616) to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to review regulations that may affect the reliable operation of the bulk-power system; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3632) to amend the Federal Power Act to adjust the requirements for orders, rules, and regulations relating to furnishing adequate service, to require owners or operators of generating facilities to provide notice of planned retirements of certain electric generating units, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4371) to amend the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to enhance efforts to combat the trafficking of children.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 4776) to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to clarify ambiguous provisions and facilitate a more efficient, effective, and timely environmental review process; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1366) to provide for the location of multiple hardrock mining mill sites, to establish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 845) to require the Secretary of the Interior to reissue regulations removing the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened wildlife under the Endangered Species Act of 1973; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3616) to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to review regulations that may affect the reliable operation of the bulk-power system; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3632) to amend the Federal Power Act to adjust the requirements for orders, rules, and regulations relating to furnishing adequate service, to require owners or operators of generating facilities to provide notice of planned retirements of certain electric generating units, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4371) to amend the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to enhance efforts to combat the trafficking of children.

To reauthorize the West Valley demonstration project.

This bill would extend federal funding and authorization for the West Valley Demonstration Project, a long-term effort to clean up and manage radioactive waste at a former nuclear fuel reprocessing site in New York. The project affects workers at the site, nearby communities, and the Department of Energy's budget for environmental remediation. Reauthorization would allow the cleanup work to continue under current management and funding structures.

Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act

This bill would strengthen security measures along the U.S.-Canada border and require a comprehensive review of current border security practices and resources. It would likely affect border patrol agents, customs officials, and communities near the northern border by potentially increasing staffing, technology, or infrastructure at border crossings. The bill aims to enhance monitoring and enforcement capabilities to better control who and what crosses between the two countries.

Integrated Cross-Border Law Enforcement Operations Expansion Act

The proposal would expand how U.S. law enforcement agencies work together with their counterparts in other countries to combat cross-border crimes like drug trafficking, human smuggling, and organized crime. It would likely increase funding, resources, and coordination mechanisms for joint operations and information sharing between American and foreign police and security forces. This would primarily affect law enforcement agencies, border security personnel, and potentially international partners involved in these collaborative efforts.

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

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

Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act

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

Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill would extend and update a federal program that helps families caring for children or adults with disabilities by providing temporary relief care services. The program allows caregivers to take breaks from their responsibilities while trained respite workers temporarily care for their loved ones, helping prevent caregiver burnout and keeping families stable. The bill would reauthorize funding for this program and likely update how it operates to serve more families across the country.

Safer Skies Act of 2025

The legislation would establish new safety requirements and oversight measures for commercial aviation operations, including enhanced pilot training standards and stricter maintenance protocols for aircraft. Airlines and pilots would need to comply with these updated regulations to ensure safer flights for the millions of passengers who travel by air each year. The bill aims to reduce aviation accidents and incidents through improved safety procedures and more rigorous inspections.

To require an institution of higher education that becomes aware that a student having nonimmigrant status under subparagraph (F)(i) or (J) of section 101(a)(15) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)) has endorsed or supported a foreign terrorist organization to notify the SEVIS, and for other purposes.

Colleges and universities would be required to report to federal immigration authorities if they learn that a foreign student on an F or J visa has supported or endorsed a terrorist organization. The notification would go into the SEVIS system, which tracks international students in the United States. This would affect international students studying at American institutions and the schools themselves, which would need to monitor and report such activities.

Innovative FEED Act of 2025

Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act of 2025 or the Innovative FEED Act of 2025 This bill provides for the regulation of zootechnical animal food substances as food additives. The bill defines zootechnical animal food substance as a substance that is added to the food or drinking water of animals and that affects only the animal's gastrointestinal tract, with the intended purpose of affecting the byproducts of the animal's digestion, reducing foodborne pathogens, or altering the animal's gastrointestinal biome. The definition does not include substances that are used to treat or prevent diseases in animals, hormones, or active ingredients of animal drugs. Labels for zootechnical animal food substances must include a disclaimer that the substance may not be used to treat or prevent diseases in animals.

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 42) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 61) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

This resolution provides for the House of Representatives to consider the following measures: H.J. Res.42, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment ; H.J. Res. 61, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing ; and S.J. Res. 11, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources . Under the resolution, all points of order against consideration of each measure are waived; the measures shall be considered as read; and all points of order against provisions in the measures are waived. The resolution further provides that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on each measure (and any amendment thereto) to final passage without intervening motion except one hour of debate and one motion to recommit.

Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act of 2025

This bill would likely make it easier for wireless companies to invest in and upgrade their networks by removing or relaxing certain regulatory requirements and restrictions. The changes would aim to help telecommunications companies build more reliable and resilient wireless infrastructure, particularly in areas that currently have poor service. The bill affects wireless carriers, consumers who depend on cell phone and internet service, and communities seeking better network coverage.

Make American Flags in America Act of 2025

This bill would require American flags sold to the federal government to be manufactured in the United States rather than imported from other countries. The legislation aims to support domestic flag manufacturers and ensure that flags used by government agencies are made by American workers.

CAREERS Act

The CAREERS Act likely aims to create or expand job training and career development opportunities in agriculture and rural communities. Based on its referral to the agriculture subcommittee, it probably focuses on helping workers develop skills for farming, food production, or related rural industries, though the specific details would depend on the bill's full text.

Fair Milk Pricing for Farmers Act

This bill would establish new pricing rules to help dairy farmers get fairer payments for their milk from large processors and retailers. The legislation aims to prevent big companies from paying farmers too little while keeping prices high for consumers, giving farmers more bargaining power in negotiations. Dairy farmers and agricultural groups would be the main beneficiaries, while milk processors and distributors would face new regulatory requirements.

SAP Act of 2025

Supporting All Producers Act of 2025 or the SAP Act of 2025 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to solicit input from maple industry stakeholders with respect to the research and education priorities of the maple industry for the Acer Access and Development Program (Acer). Specifically, the bill amends Acer to require USDA to consider the information provided through consultation with the maple industry when making program grants. The bill also extends the program's authorization through FY2030. As background, Acer provides competitive grants to states, tribal governments, and research institutions to support their efforts to promote the domestic maple syrup industry through activities associated with, among other things, the promotion of (1) research and education related to maple syrup production, and (2) natural resource sustainability in the maple syrup industry.

Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2025

This bill would expand access to remote medical care and educational services in rural areas by improving broadband infrastructure and funding telehealth programs for farmers and rural residents who have limited access to doctors and schools. It aims to help rural communities get better healthcare and educational opportunities without having to travel long distances, while also supporting agricultural workers and small farming operations. The legislation focuses on closing the digital divide that prevents rural Americans from accessing the same quality services available in cities and towns.