Legislation

This resolution terminates the President's August 11, 2025, declaration of a crime emergency in the District of Columbia. Congress asserts that the President lacks the legal authority under the D.C. Home Rule Act to take operational control of the Metropolitan Police Department. Furthermore, the bill notes that local violent crime rates have been declining significantly.

This resolution officially establishes August 20th as **Original Slavery Remembrance Day** to formally recognize and condemn the history of slavery in the U.S. and globally. It commemorates the lives of enslaved people, honors historical figures who fought for freedom, and acknowledges the lasting effects of slavery on contemporary society. The resolution requests the President to issue a proclamation calling for appropriate national observance of this day.

This resolution formally affirms Congress's commitment to maintaining the current retirement ages for Social Security and Medicare benefits. It declares that raising the eligibility age would constitute an unfair cut to the earned benefits of current and future retirees. The measure highlights the reliance of millions on these programs and rejects any proposals to push back access to earned retirement security and healthcare.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies." It celebrates India's independence and recognizes the deep, shared commitment to democracy between the United States and India. The bill further acknowledges the vital contributions of Americans of Indian heritage to U.S. society and reaffirms the strategic partnership between the two nations.

This bill extends the crime emergency declaration previously issued by the President for the District of Columbia on August 11, 2025. The resolution ensures that this emergency status remains in effect until the President formally issues an order to terminate it. The remainder of the document outlines various related administrative and statutory updates.

This Act mandates that the Small Business Administration (SBA) must address technology modernization risks identified by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). The SBA Administrator is required to submit a detailed implementation plan to Congress within 180 days outlining new procedures for managing IT projects based on GAO best practices. This plan must cover risk management, security involvement in contracting, and schedule/cost estimation guidelines. Finally, the Administrator must brief the relevant committees on the submitted plan.

This bill establishes an interagency task force, chaired by CISA, to specifically address and counter cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure sponsored by the People's Republic of China. The task force will coordinate federal efforts to detect and analyze threats like Volt Typhoon and report annually to Congress on risks, necessary resources, and potential conflict impacts. Its primary goal is to strengthen national cyber resilience against these specific state-sponsored actors.

The Toll of Tariffs Act of 2025 mandates that the U.S. International Trade Commission conduct an urgent study on the inflationary effects of tariffs implemented via executive order since January 20, 2025. The Commission must report its findings to Congress within 60 days. This report will specifically detail the impact of these tariffs on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) and related measures.

The Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act redefines "small manufacturer" to include only businesses with all production facilities located in the U.S. This legislation significantly increases the maximum loan amounts available to these eligible small manufacturers under key Small Business Act and Small Business Investment Act programs. The goal is to provide greater access to capital for domestic manufacturing operations.

The Office of Rural Affairs Enhancement Act updates the structure and responsibilities of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of Rural Affairs. It mandates the appointment of an experienced Assistant Administrator to lead the office and requires increased outreach through national webinars and events. Furthermore, the bill establishes an annual reporting requirement detailing the office's activities, budget, and impact on rural small businesses.

The Investing in All of America Act of 2025 revises the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 by updating leverage calculation definitions and adjusting the maximum borrowing limits for Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs). The bill lowers the general maximum leverage cap for standard SBICs from $300 million to $200 million. Furthermore, it expands exclusions from leverage calculations for investments made in specific areas, such as low-income or rural areas, critical technology, or small manufacturers.

The CATCH Fentanyl Act mandates the Department of Homeland Security to establish pilot projects at land ports of entry to test advanced inspection technologies, including those utilizing Artificial Intelligence. These tests aim to improve the detection of contraband like fentanyl while increasing inspection efficiency. The Secretary must report on the effectiveness of these technologies and provide recommendations for nationwide deployment within five years of enactment.

The SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud and false claims related to the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant and Restaurant Revitalization Fund programs. This bill sets a new 10-year deadline for the government to file criminal prosecutions or civil enforcement actions concerning misused funds from these COVID-19 relief programs. This extension ensures a longer period to hold bad actors accountable for pandemic-related fraud.

The Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act of 2025 modernizes VA support for veterans by increasing flexibility in vocational counseling and expanding job training options to include non-degree flight courses. It also mandates improved outreach, dedicated contact points, and faster decision-making for vocational rehabilitation program extensions. Finally, the bill extends certain existing limits on pension payments.

The State Public Option Act establishes a new Medicaid buy-in option for uninsured residents starting in 2026, while also ensuring federal administrative cost-sharing for states offering the program. The bill mandates that Medicaid payments for primary care services must meet or exceed Medicare rates for certain providers, and it expands required Medicaid coverage to include comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services beginning in 2026. Furthermore, it adjusts federal matching fund timelines for states newly expanding Medicaid coverage and requires updates to Medicaid quality measures.

The Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 generally prohibits law enforcement and intelligence agencies from using cell-site simulators (devices that mimic cell towers) without obtaining a warrant. Warrants require agencies to prove other tracking methods failed and must narrowly define the scope and duration of use. The Act also establishes strict requirements for emergency use, mandates public notification after monitoring, and blocks evidence obtained through illegal simulator use from being admitted in court.

The Disaster Relief Medicaid Act establishes a new, streamlined federal framework for states to provide Medicaid coverage to survivors of major disasters for up to two years. This law simplifies enrollment through self-attestation and presumptive eligibility, while ensuring federal funding covers 100% of the costs for eligible survivors in impacted areas. Additionally, it mandates an independent, multi-year evaluation of the program's effectiveness and provides federal support for states developing emergency home and community care response teams.

This bill significantly strengthens the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016 by explicitly blocking time-based and procedural defenses that have previously prevented claims for Nazi-looted art from being heard on their merits. The changes ensure that courts must now focus on whether the art was actually stolen, regardless of when the claim is brought or the citizenship of the original owner. These improvements apply immediately to both pending and future lawsuits seeking the return of art expropriated during the Nazi era.

This Act, the Commission of Fine Arts District of Columbia Residency Act, mandates that a majority of the members serving on the Commission of Fine Arts must be residents of the District of Columbia. This residency requirement will take effect one year after the bill is enacted into law. The President will continue to appoint members, but must now ensure this majority residency standard is met.

The Psychiatric Hospital Inspection Transparency Act of 2025 mandates the public release of accreditation and inspection survey results for psychiatric hospitals on the CMS Care Compare website. This ensures consumers can easily access standardized information to make informed healthcare choices. The Secretary must develop a standardized reporting form while strictly protecting patient and individual provider privacy under HIPAA guidelines.