Legislation

The "Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act" prohibits abortions performed due to a prenatal diagnosis or belief that the unborn child has Down syndrome. It establishes criminal penalties for providers who perform such abortions and creates civil remedies for the woman, the father, or the maternal grandparents to sue. The act also mandates reporting of violations, protects the anonymity of the woman, and ensures that the law does not create a right to abortion or override laws that provide greater protection for an unborn child.

This bill establishes a commission to study the potential creation of a National Museum of Irish American History in Washington, D.C. The commission will explore the museum's feasibility, including fundraising, location, governance, and potential inclusion within the Smithsonian Institution. It requires the commission to submit reports, fundraising plans, and legislative recommendations to the President and Congress, with the goal of establishing and maintaining the museum through public contributions without federal funding. The commission will terminate 30 days after submitting the final reports and plans.

The OFAC Licensure for Investigators Act directs the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to establish a pilot program, in coordination with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, that would allow private firms to obtain licenses for small financial transactions related to investigations. Licensed firms will be required to submit monthly reports, and the OFAC Director will report to Congress annually on the program's progress, utility, and any recommendations. The pilot program is set to terminate five years after its establishment.

The Allegiance Act of 2025 prohibits the display of any flag other than the United States flag on Capitol Hill. Additionally, it stops members of Congress from using official funds to purchase flags of other countries.

The IMPACT Act aims to reduce emissions from cement, concrete, and asphalt production through the creation of an "Advanced Cement, Concrete, and Asphalt Production Research Program." This program will support research, development, and demonstration of advanced technologies for low-emissions production, and foster collaboration between government, industry, and universities. The goal is to enhance U.S. industrial competitiveness, strengthen supply chains, and create jobs in the process. The program is set to sunset after seven years.

The "Freedom to Haul Act of 2025" prevents the EPA from enforcing the Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles. It also amends the Clean Air Act to ensure that vehicle emission regulations do not mandate specific technologies or limit the availability of new vehicles based on engine type. The EPA must revise existing regulations to comply with these changes within two years.

The "Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act" aims to improve cancer treatment by expanding access to diagnostic and laboratory tests, including advanced sequencing, under Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP. It ensures coverage for these tests with specific payment structures and frequency limitations. Additionally, the bill establishes an education program to promote understanding and appropriate use of genomic testing in cancer treatment among healthcare professionals and the public.

The "Postal Police Reform Act of 2025" expands the authority of USPS police officers to enforce laws related to postal matters. It also clarifies the Postmaster General's authority to create and enforce regulations for Postal Service properties, including setting penalties for violations.

This resolution supports "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month" to increase public awareness of these conditions, which affect many people in the U.S. annually. It recognizes that DVT and PE are often preventable, especially among at-risk groups such as cancer patients and pregnant women. The resolution aims to promote awareness and prevention of DVT and PE.

The "Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act" directs the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to clarify that implanted active middle ear hearing devices are prosthetics, thus ensuring they are not excluded from Medicare coverage. This clarification will ensure coverage for these devices under Medicare, as they are not subject to the hearing aid coverage exclusion. The clarification must be made within 60 days of the bill's enactment.

The "DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act" allows the Department of Energy (DOE) and NASA to collaborate on research and development projects through competitive awards and interagency agreements. This collaboration aims to advance research in areas like propulsion systems, high energy physics, and space-based solar energy, while also promoting data sharing and access to research infrastructure. The DOE and NASA will report to Congress on their coordination activities, achievements, and future collaboration plans. All activities must adhere to research security protocols.

This bill nullifies an IRS rule concerning gross proceeds reporting by brokers involved in digital asset sales. By disapproving the rule, the bill prevents the IRS from implementing new reporting requirements for digital asset transactions. This action aims to block increased scrutiny and reporting obligations on brokers facilitating digital asset sales.

The Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment, and Retirement Act expands support for family caregivers of veterans by extending medical care coverage and providing employment assistance, including reimbursement for certification fees and access to training and employment resources. It mandates studies on returnship programs and hiring preferences for former caregivers within the VA. Additionally, it requires reports on support for caregivers transitioning out of caregiving roles and the feasibility of establishing retirement plans for them.

The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025 reauthorizes and extends the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, originally established in the Energy Policy Act of 2005, through 2029. This program aims to reduce harmful emissions from diesel engines.

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, as the "Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic" in honor of World War II hero Leonard G. Bud Lomell. Lomell was a D-Day veteran who received the Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart, and Silver Star for his courageous service. He was also the first director of the Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau and a respected member of the Toms River community.

This bill permits the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to grant extensions, up to six years, for commencing construction on hydropower projects licensed before March 13, 2020. These extensions, in increments of up to two years, are available to licensees who demonstrate good cause. The bill also allows FERC to reinstate expired licenses under certain conditions, with the extension period calculated from the original expiration date.

The "Safe Routes Act of 2025" temporarily waives federal weight limits on Interstate highways for logging vehicles transporting raw forest products within a 150-mile radius. This exemption applies only where vehicles comply with existing state weight regulations.

The "Stop Predatory Investing Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code to disallow both interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers who own 50 or more single-family residential rental properties, with exceptions for sales to individuals for use as a primary residence or to qualified nonprofit organizations. This disallowance does not apply to properties sold to individuals who will use them as their primary residence, or to qualified nonprofit organizations. The bill defines single-family residential rental property and specifies the types of nonprofit organizations that qualify for the exception. It also clarifies that disallowed interest cannot be capitalized or treated as chargeable to a capital account.

The "Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act" amends the Highway Safety Improvement Program to include projects that connect bicycle or pedestrian paths and reduce safety risks for vulnerable road users. It allows the federal government to cover up to 100% of the cost for these highway safety projects and broadens the types of safety plans that qualify for funding. Additionally, the bill allows funds for highway safety to count towards the non-federal share of project costs under certain conditions.

The TLDR Act requires websites and online services to provide a short, easy-to-understand summary of their terms of service, including data usage, user liabilities, and data breach history. This summary must be accessible, truthful, and include a data flow diagram. The FTC will enforce these rules, and state attorneys general can also bring civil actions for violations.