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A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to award grants to eligible crisis centers to provide follow-up services to individuals receiving suicide prevention and crisis intervention services, to and the Communications Act of 1934 to improve the accessibility of 9-8-8, and for other purposes.

The bill would provide federal grants to crisis centers that offer follow-up support to people who have received suicide prevention and crisis intervention services, helping ensure they get continued care after their initial crisis contact. It would also improve how accessible the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline is to people who need it, making it easier for Americans to reach help when they're in distress. These changes aim to strengthen the mental health safety net by supporting both immediate crisis response and longer-term recovery services.

Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act of 2025

Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act of 2025 This bill takes approximately 265 acres of specified lands in El Dorado County, California, into trust for the benefit of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. The bill revokes a specified public land order and administratively transfers the land from the Forest Service to the Department of the Interior. (In the public land order, the land was designated for use by the Forest Service as an experiment station.) The bill directs Interior to take the following lands into trust for the benefit of the tribe: (1) approximately 80 acres of federal land managed by Interior's Bureau of Land Management (which includes the land transferred from the Forest Service), and (2) approximately 185 acres of fee land held by the tribe. These combined lands, approximately 265 acres, shall be part of the tribe's reservation. Further, the bill prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for the State of California.

The Senate passed a resolution to honor the memory and accomplishments of John Seymour, who served as a U.S. Senator from California. This type of resolution is a ceremonial action that recognizes his contributions to public service but does not create any new laws or policies. The resolution was approved unanimously by all senators present.

A resolution expressing support for the recognition of April as "National Language Access Month".

This resolution would officially recognize April as "National Language Access Month" to raise awareness about the importance of providing language services to people who don't speak English fluently. The recognition would highlight how language barriers affect immigrants, refugees, patients seeking medical care, and others trying to access government services and information. Supporting this observance aims to encourage organizations and agencies to improve their translation and interpretation services.

Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act

This bill makes technical corrections to a previous agreement that settled water rights disputes for the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians, a Native American tribe in California. The changes are intended to clarify or fix minor issues in how that water rights settlement operates without fundamentally changing the agreement itself. The bill affects the tribe's access to water resources and how those rights are managed.

Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act

This legislation would settle long-standing water rights disputes for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians in California by establishing their legal entitlement to a specific amount of water from local sources. The agreement would help the tribe secure reliable water supplies for their reservation and community needs, potentially supporting economic development and improving living conditions for tribal members. The settlement likely involves negotiations between the tribe, state and federal water authorities, and other stakeholders who share water resources in the region.

Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act

This legislation would establish new protections and standards for voters who cast ballots by mail or absentee voting, likely including measures to ensure ballots are counted accurately and securely. The bill would affect millions of Americans who vote remotely rather than in person, as well as election officials responsible for processing mail-in ballots. The proposal is currently under review by the Senate Rules Committee.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2022-05: Debt Collection and Consumer Reporting Practices Involving Invalid Nursing Home Debts".

Congress is considering blocking a decision by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw a rule that protected nursing home residents from unfair debt collection practices and inaccurate credit reporting. If approved, this resolution would force the agency to keep the protections in place, preventing debt collectors from pursuing invalid debts against elderly patients and their families. The measure affects nursing home residents, debt collection companies, and credit reporting agencies.

Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act

This bill adjusts the boundaries of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to include Scarper Ridge, expanding the protected public land available for outdoor recreation and conservation in the region. The change allows the National Park Service to manage additional acreage for activities like hiking and wildlife protection while potentially preserving natural habitat in the area.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology.

Congress is considering blocking a new Labor Department rule that changes how the government calculates the minimum wage that employers must pay foreign workers brought in through visa programs. If approved, this resolution would undo the rule and keep the previous wage calculation method in place, which could affect both foreign workers seeking jobs in the U.S. and American employers who hire them through these programs.

Support our Firefighters Act

Without specific subjects listed, this bill likely aims to provide support or benefits to firefighters, possibly through funding for equipment, training, mental health services, or improved working conditions. The bill has been referred to the Homeland Security committee, suggesting it may address federal firefighting resources or support for local fire departments. More details would be needed to explain the specific changes it would make.

GROW SMART Act

The GROW SMART Act addresses how the federal government manages and develops water resources across the country, likely focusing on infrastructure projects, water supply management, or environmental protections related to rivers, dams, and water systems. The bill has been reviewed by Congress's water and power subcommittee, which held hearings to examine its proposals and gather expert input before deciding whether to move it forward.

MORE WATER Act

The MORE WATER Act addresses water resources development, likely aiming to improve how the federal government manages, funds, or develops water infrastructure projects across the country. The bill would probably affect states, local communities, water agencies, and potentially farmers or businesses that depend on water resources by changing policies around water project planning, construction, or funding. Hearings have been held in the Senate subcommittee that oversees water and power issues.

Save Our Sequoias Act

Save Our Sequoias Act This bill provides for the conservation of giant sequoia trees ( Sequoiadendron giganteum ) in California. Specifically, it provides statutory authority for the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition and outlines the coalition's duties. The coalition must submit a Giant Sequoia Health and Resiliency Assessment and annually update it. The information from the assessment must be made available so the information can be integrated into certain other plans. The coalition must also create and maintain a website that contains the assessment, educational materials, searchable information about individual giant sequoia groves, and a searchable database to track the status and costs of reforestation and rehabilitation activities. Finally, the coalition must also have an annual public meeting. In addition, the bill declares an emergency on certain public lands and allows officials to carry out protection plans during the emergency to respond to the threat of wildfires, insects, and drought. The emergency expires after seven years. The Department of the Interior must develop and implement a Giant Sequoia Reforestation and Rehabilitation Strategy. Interior and the Forest Service must develop and implement a strategy for monitoring insects in giant sequoia groves with a high-risk or previous history of insect infestations. They must also enter into public-private partnerships to deploy technology to assist in monitoring infestations. Finally, the bill establishes a variety of programs and funds to support the conservation of giant sequoias.

Pay FEMA Personnel Act of 2026

This bill would ensure that Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees continue receiving their paychecks during government shutdowns, when normal appropriations run out. The measure affects thousands of FEMA workers who respond to disasters and emergencies, allowing them to stay on the job without worrying about unpaid leave during budget disputes between Congress and the President.

A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes.

This bill would transfer ownership of certain land in California to the federal government to be held in trust for the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians, which would allow the tribe to have greater control over that land and potentially use it for tribal housing, economic development, or other community purposes. The change would affect the Pechanga tribe and potentially local governments in the area where the land is located, as trust land is generally exempt from state and local taxes and jurisdiction.

PUBLIC Lands Act

This bill addresses management and use of federal public lands, likely covering issues such as conservation, recreation, logging, mining, or grazing rights on government-owned property. The specific changes would affect outdoor enthusiasts, ranchers, mining companies, environmental groups, and communities that depend on natural resources from these lands. The bill is currently being reviewed by lawmakers on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee to determine whether it should move forward.

Health Investment Zones Act of 2026

This bill would create special "health investment zones" in underserved areas to attract healthcare providers and medical facilities by offering tax incentives and other financial benefits to companies that set up operations there. The goal is to improve access to doctors, hospitals, and medical services in communities that currently lack adequate healthcare infrastructure. Patients in these designated zones would benefit from more local healthcare options, while healthcare companies would receive incentives to invest in these areas.

Mental Health Career Promotion Act

This bill would likely aim to increase the number of mental health professionals by making careers in mental health more attractive through measures like loan forgiveness, scholarships, or improved pay and working conditions. It would affect people pursuing careers as therapists, counselors, psychiatrists, and other mental health workers, as well as patients who need mental health services. The goal is probably to address shortages of mental health professionals across the country.

Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025

Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025 This bill establishes an interest-bearing account for the nonfederal contributions for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, a cooperative effort between federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The program works to recover multiple species listed under the Endangered Species Act.

A bill to provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of California, and for other purposes.

This bill exchanges administrative jurisdiction over specified parcels of federal land between Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest in California. By way of background, cattle are grazing on the land currently managed by the National Park Service. However, grazing on federal lands primarily occurs on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management or the Forest Service. The transfer would allow the land with cattle grazing to be managed by the Forest Service, which has a multiple-use management plan that is consistent with grazing.

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) and expands the activities federal agencies must conduct under the program, including activities relating to secondary effects of earthquakes and post-earthquake infrastructure performance. NEHRP is a coordinated earthquake hazards reduction program of four federal agencies: the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the U.S. Geological Survey, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the National Science Foundation. Under NEHRP, these agencies are required to conduct various activities relating to earthquakes, including advancing warning systems, hazard reduction measures, and research to improve understanding of earthquakes and their effects. The bill expands the scope of the activities under NEHRP, including requiring the agencies to improve understanding of and develop resilience measures for secondary effects and multiple hazards associated with earthquakes, such as tsunamis and fires; improve post-earthquake functional recovery, which means maintaining or restoring the pre-earthquake functionality of buildings and lifeline infrastructure systems (e.g., infrastructure for water, electricity, and transportation); and assist public entities with developing an inventory, and conducting seismic performance evaluation, of infrastructure with high seismic risk. Additionally, the bill specifically includes tribal governments in the activities conducted under NEHRP.

No Rewards for January 6 Rioters Act

This bill would prevent people convicted of crimes related to the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot from receiving federal benefits, including things like government pensions, disability payments, or other assistance programs. The goal is to ensure that individuals who participated in the riot cannot profit from or receive support through taxpayer-funded programs while serving their sentences or after conviction.

Accountability for Federal Law Enforcement Act

This bill would establish new rules to hold federal law enforcement agencies accountable for misconduct, likely including requirements for investigating complaints, disciplining officers who violate civil rights, and potentially creating consequences for agencies that fail to address problems. The measure aims to protect minority communities and all citizens from abuse of power by federal agents, making it easier to report violations and ensuring wrongdoing is taken seriously. It would affect federal law enforcement agencies like the FBI, DEA, and others, as well as people who interact with these agencies.

Office of Fusion Act of 2025

This bill would establish a new government office dedicated to advancing fusion energy technology, likely to coordinate research, development, and commercialization efforts across federal agencies and private companies. The office would help accelerate the transition from experimental fusion research to practical power generation that could eventually provide clean, abundant electricity. This affects energy companies, research institutions, and the broader push to develop alternatives to fossil fuels and traditional nuclear power.

Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act

This bill would expand Joshua Tree National Park in California by adding more land to its current boundaries, giving the park more area to protect desert ecosystems and wildlife. The expansion would affect visitors who use the park, local communities near the park, and conservation groups interested in preserving the unique Joshua Tree desert landscape. The proposal is currently being reviewed by congressional committees to determine how much land should be added and what the impacts would be.

Protect Innocent Victims of Taxation After Fire Extension Act

This bill would allow people who lose their homes or property in fires to deduct their uninsured losses from their taxes, extending a tax break that normally expired after 2017. The measure aims to help fire victims recover financially by reducing the taxes they owe in the year of their loss. It primarily affects homeowners and property owners in areas affected by major fires who don't have full insurance coverage.

Monterey Bay National Heritage Area Study Act

This bill would authorize a study to determine whether the Monterey Bay area in California should be designated as a National Heritage Area, which would allow the region to receive federal funding and support for preserving its natural, cultural, and historical resources. The study would examine the area's ecological significance, local communities' interests, and how federal designation could help protect the coastline and support tourism and conservation efforts. If approved, this would give Monterey Bay similar status to other nationally recognized heritage areas across the country.

Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025

Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025 This bill takes approximately 583.79 acres of specified lands in California into trust for the benefit of the Pit River Tribe. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of the Interior to take into trust for the benefit of the tribe approximately 583.79 acres of federal land managed by the Forest Service (but excluding approximately 20.03 acres of roads, highways, and public rights-of-way subject to existing easements). This land shall be part of the tribe's reservation. Further, the bill prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.

Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act

This bill would establish a coordinated system for how different federal agencies oversee genetically modified crops and agricultural biotechnology products, aiming to streamline the approval process and reduce regulatory confusion for farmers and agricultural companies. The legislation likely seeks to clarify which agencies have responsibility for different aspects of biotech crop safety and environmental impact, making it easier for developers to navigate the approval process while maintaining public safety standards.

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.

Expanding the VOTE Act

This bill would make it easier for people to register to vote and participate in elections, likely by expanding automatic voter registration, extending early voting periods, or improving access to voting locations. The changes would affect all eligible voters across the country, particularly those who face barriers to registration or voting. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Rules Committee.

Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025

Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025 This bill establishes additional support for forest restoration, the power needs of critical facilities (e.g., hospitals) during extreme weather events, and wildfire mitigation and management. The bill directs the Forest Service to conduct a 10-year pilot program to carry out up to 20 conservation finance projects to protect, restore, or improve National Forest System land. Such conservation finance projects must (1) leverage other federal or nonfederal investments in addition to funds provided by the Forest Service; and (2) use loaned capital from an investor to cover up-front project costs, with the loaned capital repaid over time by conservation finance project beneficiaries. The Department of Energy (DOE) must establish a program to improve the energy resilience and energy efficiency of critical facilities (e.g., hospitals). The bill expands DOE's Weatherization Assistance Program to include support for the use of fire-resistant materials and to increase the amount of financial assistance that may be provided to households for increasing the energy efficiency of their homes. The bill directs the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior to take certain actions related to detecting and monitoring wildfires. The Forest Service and Interior must also establish one or more centers in western states to train individuals in methods relevant to the mitigation of wildfire risk. Additionally, the Forest Service must establish a grant program to support workforce development in forestry and fire management. Finally, the Forest Service may issue grants to increase community capacity for certain land stewardship activities.

Equal Health Care for All Act

Equal Health Care for All Act This bill prohibits the inequitable provision of health care (i.e., failure to meet a high-quality care standard that is discriminatory in intent or effect) based on race, religion, or other characteristics. It also revises reporting requirements, adds equity-related measures to certain Medicare programs, and makes other changes to reduce health disparities. To enforce the prohibition, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must establish an administrative process to resolve complaints about inequitable health care. HHS must investigate these complaints and mediate agreements to resolve issues. In the event of noncompliance with a mediated agreement, an aggrieved individual may bring a civil action. HHS may exclude from federal health care programs providers HHS determines engaged in the inequitable provision of health care. The Department of Justice may bring civil actions against health care providers to enforce the prohibition, including for punitive damages. Health care providers must also report data in formats that allow disaggregation by demographic factors. Within 90 days after the bill's enactment, HHS must issue proposed regulations to carry out this requirement. Additionally, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must include measures related to equitable health care in the Medicare value-based purchasing program for hospitals. This program provides incentive payments based on quality of care. The bill also establishes (1) the Federal Health Equity Commission to monitor implementation of the bill, and (2) grants for hospitals to promote equitable health care.

Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness, Injury, and Fatality Prevention Act of 2025

This legislation would require employers to establish heat safety standards and protections for workers exposed to high temperatures, including requirements for rest breaks, water access, and emergency medical response plans. The law would apply to workers in outdoor jobs and indoor settings where heat is a hazard, such as construction sites, farms, warehouses, and factories. Employers who fail to follow these heat safety requirements could face penalties and workers could seek compensation for heat-related illnesses or injuries.

America's Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act

The government would create and sell special commemorative coins to celebrate the Olympic and Paralympic Games, with proceeds going toward supporting the games or related causes. These coins would be produced in limited quantities and sold to collectors and the public at a premium price above their face value. The U.S. Mint would handle production and distribution of these special coins.

RESEARCHER Act

The bill aims to support scientific research and development by likely providing funding, tax incentives, or regulatory changes to encourage researchers and technology companies to conduct more innovation in the United States. The measure would probably affect universities, private research institutions, tech companies, and scientists working in fields like communications and advanced technology. The specific details of how it would help researchers will be determined as the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee reviews the proposal.

RESERVE Federal Land Act

This bill would likely establish or modify protections for federal lands, possibly by designating new conservation areas, restricting development on public property, or changing how the government manages natural resources. The specific impact would depend on which lands are affected and what restrictions or protections the bill creates, potentially affecting activities like mining, logging, oil drilling, or recreation on federal property. Landowners, energy companies, outdoor enthusiasts, and local communities near federal lands would be most directly impacted by these changes.

Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

The bill would create or expand housing programs specifically designed to help disabled veterans who are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. It likely provides funding, tax incentives, or other support to help these veterans access stable housing and related services they need. The measure would affect disabled veterans, housing developers, and federal agencies involved in veteran services and housing programs.

West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025

This bill would restrict or prohibit oil and gas drilling and related activities in federal waters off the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington. It would affect energy companies that operate offshore oil and gas operations, while potentially protecting coastal communities and marine ecosystems from drilling-related risks and environmental damage.

A bill to authorize additional funding for the San Joaquin River Restoration Settlement Act.

The federal government would provide additional money to restore the San Joaquin River in California, which has been damaged by water diversions and agricultural use over many decades. The funding would support efforts to improve water flow, rebuild fish populations, and restore wetlands and natural habitats along the river, benefiting both the environment and local communities that depend on the river's water and ecosystem.

César E. Chávez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park Act

This bill would establish a new national historical park dedicated to César E. Chávez and the farmworker movement, preserving sites and stories related to their struggle for workers' rights and better conditions. The park would educate visitors about the history of agricultural labor organizing and Chávez's role as a civil rights leader, similar to how other national parks commemorate important historical figures and movements. This would affect tourism in the designated area and provide a federally protected space for historical interpretation and public education.

Equal COLA Act

The bill would require that federal employees and Social Security recipients receive the same cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) each year, rather than potentially different amounts. Currently, federal workers and retirees on Social Security may see their benefits increase at different rates based on separate formulas, so this change would standardize how their annual raises are calculated to keep pace with inflation.

Age 21 Act

Age 21 Act This bill raises the minimum age to purchase a large capacity ammunition feeding device or semiautomatic assault weapon from 18 to 21 years of age.

Wildfire Intelligence Collaboration and Coordination Act of 2025

This bill would improve how federal agencies share wildfire information and coordinate their firefighting efforts to respond more quickly and effectively to wildfires on public lands. It likely aims to break down communication barriers between agencies like the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management so they can better predict, prevent, and fight fires. The changes would affect federal land managers, firefighters, and communities in wildfire-prone areas.

Access to Counsel Act of 2025

Access to Counsel Act of 2025 This bill provides various protections for covered individuals subject to secondary or deferred inspections when seeking admission into the United States. Covered individuals include U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) in possession of a visa, returning asylees, and refugees. The Department of Homeland Security must ensure that a covered individual subject to secondary or deferred inspection has a meaningful opportunity to consult with counsel and certain related parties, such as a relative, within an hour of the start of the secondary inspection and as necessary during the inspection process. The counsel and related party must be allowed to advocate on behalf of the covered individual, including by providing evidence and information to the examining immigration officer. A lawful permanent resident subject to secondary or deferred inspection may not abandon lawful permanent resident status until the individual has had a meaningful opportunity to seek advice from counsel, unless the individual voluntarily and knowingly waives in writing this opportunity to seek counsel's advice.