Legislation

The Pre-Registration Of Voters Everywhere (PROVE) Act mandates that states establish a process for 16- and 17-year-olds to pre-register to vote in federal elections. Once they turn 18 and meet other requirements, these individuals will be automatically registered. The bill also authorizes grants to states to encourage civic engagement and promote the use of this new pre-registration system among young people.

The Grandfamily Housing Act of 2025 establishes a grant program to support owners of intergenerational dwelling units. These grants fund essential services like on-site coordinators, community outreach, and property maintenance for grandfamilies. The program aims to enhance housing stability and support services for grandparents raising grandchildren.

The Innovative Practices for Soil Health Act of 2025 aims to significantly enhance soil health and climate resilience across agricultural operations. This bill updates key conservation programs, including the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Stewardship Program, by redefining resource concerns and prioritizing activities like carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas reduction. Furthermore, it establishes a national framework for Agroforestry Centers to research, develop, and promote integrated tree and shrub systems to improve farm profitability and environmental quality.

The District of Columbia Flood Prevention Act of 2025 seeks to enhance flood prevention efforts in the District. This is achieved by amending the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to officially include the District of Columbia as a "coastal state." This designation will make the District eligible to receive crucial federal funding for coastal management and flood mitigation projects.

The K2 Veterans Total Coverage Act of 2025 establishes a presumption of service connection for a comprehensive list of diseases affecting veterans who served at Karshi Khanabad Air Base in Uzbekistan. This means certain serious illnesses, including various cancers, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions, will be presumed to be related to their military service. This change amends existing law to provide expanded benefits eligibility for these veterans.

This bill enacts technical corrections to several existing water rights settlement acts concerning water projects in Northwestern New Mexico. It specifically authorizes the appropriation of adjusted interest payments for the Navajo Nation, Taos Pueblo, and Aamodt Settlement Pueblos water development funds. The legislation also clarifies that these technical adjustments do not alter previous findings or satisfaction of conditions under the Claims Resolution Act of 2010.

This resolution congratulates the people of North Macedonia on their 34th anniversary of independence and celebrates 30 years of diplomatic relations with the United States. It recognizes North Macedonia as a key ally committed to Euro-Atlantic integration and commends its role as a security partner, particularly in supporting Ukraine. The resolution honors the strong bond of friendship and shared democratic values between the two nations.

This resolution officially designates the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as National Veterans Small Business Week. It recognizes the significant contributions of the over 1.65 million veteran-owned small businesses to the U.S. economy. The bill supports creating a business-friendly environment and expresses appreciation for veterans' continued service through entrepreneurship.

This bill grants the President the authority to extend nondiscriminatory trade treatment (normal trade relations) to products from specific countries. This action effectively terminates the application of Title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 for those designated countries, excluding Belarus, Cuba, and North Korea.

This bill makes a technical correction to the existing Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act. Specifically, it authorizes the appropriation of $\$5,124,902.12$ for adjusted interest payments into the Tribe's Development Fund. This action ensures the proper financial implementation of the original water rights settlement.

The Guidance Clarity Act of 2025 mandates that all federal agencies include a prominent "Guidance Clarity Statement" in every new guidance document they issue. This statement must explicitly inform the public that the document does not have the force of law and only serves to clarify existing requirements. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is tasked with issuing implementation guidance within 90 days of the Act's enactment.

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer a specific parcel of Forest Service property in Perry County, Arkansas, to the County at no cost. The transfer is contingent upon the County submitting a timely request and agreeing to cover all associated survey and environmental analysis expenses. The property must be used exclusively for public purposes, such as education and youth development, or it may revert to the United States.

This resolution honors the strategic importance of the C5+1 diplomatic platform, recognizing the deepening partnership between the United States and the Central Asian nations of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. It acknowledges past cooperation, particularly regarding Afghanistan operations, and highlights the platform's role in fostering regional stability, security, and economic opportunities. The Senate affirms the platform's value in promoting shared interests in energy, critical minerals, and counterterrorism efforts.

The DISPOSAL Act mandates the General Services Administration (GSA) to sell or ground lease six specific, underutilized Federal buildings in Washington, D.C., with proceeds primarily going to deficit reduction after covering relocation costs. This process is streamlined, exempting disposals from several standard environmental and procedural reviews, while strictly prohibiting sales or leases to foreign entities. The GSA Administrator has sole authority over agency relocations, and this authority to dispose of properties terminates at the end of 2028.

The Strengthening Rural Cooperatives and Communities Act reauthorizes and updates the vital rural cooperative development grant program through 2029. This legislation clarifies the definition of cooperative development and modifies grant scoring criteria to prioritize certain applicants. Furthermore, it enhances reporting requirements for the Secretary and the interagency working group to better track program effectiveness.

The No Coffee Tax Act prevents the imposition of new or increased tariffs on coffee products imported from countries with normal trade relations with the U.S. This measure locks in the tariff rates for coffee, husks, and coffee-containing substitutes at the level effective on January 19, 2025. The goal is to maintain stable import costs for these essential coffee products.

The American Shores Protection Act of 2025 formally supports the withdrawal of specific areas of the Outer Continental Shelf from future leasing. This bill prohibits new oil and natural gas exploration, development, and production in designated areas off the coasts of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina until June 30, 2032. It codifies existing support for previously withdrawn areas while protecting pre-existing lease rights.

The SNAP BACK Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture reimburse states for the costs incurred while operating the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during any period when federal funding for the program lapsed. This reimbursement is contingent upon the state having administered SNAP in accordance with federal law during the lapse.

The Lejeune Untaxed Compensation and Settlements Act of 2025 amends the Internal Revenue Code to ensure that damages received under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 are not subject to federal income tax. This legislation specifically excludes these settlement amounts from an individual's gross income. The exclusion applies to all qualifying damages received after the date the Act is enacted.

The Caring for Mothers Act of 2025 aims to increase health insurance access for individuals placing their newborns for adoption. It requires group health plans or insurance coverage to temporarily cover the birth mother with pregnancy-related, postpartum, mental health, and substance use disorder services. This coverage is initiated when an enrolled individual requests it, stating their intent to adopt the newborn.