Legislation

The SIGN Pardons Act would require the President to personally sign all pardons and reprieves. This ensures presidential accountability for these actions.

The "Stop Comstock Act" amends several sections of title 18 of the United States Code and the Tariff Act of 1930 to address and restrict the distribution and importation of obscene materials. It removes references to "indecent" materials and those related to abortion or immoral use, focusing on the prohibition of "obscene" content. The Act revises language concerning commerce and importation to align with its objectives, updating references and definitions accordingly.

This resolution supports designating March 2025 as "Music in Our Schools Month," highlighting the importance of music education. It recognizes music's cultural and historical significance, its role in community building and inclusivity, and its positive impact on student development. The resolution also acknowledges disparities in access to music education and emphasizes the need for greater support in public schools.

This bill amends the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act to authorize ongoing appropriations for the Interagency Council on Homelessness, ensuring the council has the necessary funds to carry out its responsibilities. It modifies the allocation of funds by removing the previous fixed amount and instead providing "such sums as may be necessary." The bill also repeals and redesignates sections within the Act to streamline and update the legislation.

The "Tariff Transparency Act of 2025" directs the U.S. International Trade Commission to investigate and report on the economic impact of duties and the threat of duties on imports from Mexico and Canada on U.S. businesses and consumers. The report will assess the effects on consumer prices, various sectors, and the overall stability of trade relations. It requires a detailed analysis of how these tariffs and potential tariffs affect business investment, job creation, and economic stability, providing transparency on the consequences of trade policies.

This bill would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt premium cigars from certain tobacco regulations, defining a premium cigar based on its wrapper, binder, filler, production method, components, and weight. The bill argues that premium cigars are distinct from other tobacco products due to their limited use, adult consumer base, and lower health risks, and that state regulation is sufficient.

This bill amends the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to establish a uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies. It revises existing subheadings within Chapter 22 of the tariff schedule and directs the United States International Trade Commission to add statistical suffixes to a specific subheading. These changes aim to simplify and standardize the classification and duty treatment of whiskies imported into the United States. The amendments will take effect 15 days after the bill's enactment.

The "Fairness in Veterans' Education Act of 2025" amends title 38 of the United States Code to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs repays members of the Armed Forces for contributions made towards Post-9/11 Educational Assistance. This bill removes language that prevented the repayment of these contributions, ensuring veterans receive the full educational benefits they are entitled to. This change is effective August 1, 2025.

The "Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2025" establishes a pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility in underserved communities by increasing transfer stations, expanding curbside recycling, and leveraging public-private partnerships. Grants ranging from $500,000 to $15,000,000 will be awarded to eligible entities, with priority given to projects in communities lacking access to materials recovery facilities. At least 70% of the funds must be used for projects benefiting underserved communities, and the federal share of project costs is capped at 90%. The program is authorized to receive $30,000,000 annually from 2025 through 2029.

The "Small Business Transportation Investment Act of 2025" directs the General Services Administration (GSA) to establish a pilot program allowing certain small businesses that provide ground transportation services to purchase vehicles through the GSA's Federal supply schedules. These businesses can purchase up to 50 vehicles per year for use in their services, with stipulations on usage, resale, and donation of a portion of the vehicles to local nonprofits. The GSA must report to Congress on the program's progress and impact. The pilot program will expire three years after enactment.

The "BIRD Energy and US-Israel Energy Center Reauthorization Act of 2025" expands and reauthorizes energy cooperation between the U.S. and Israel through 2035. It increases funding for cooperative research and the Energy Center, and broadens the scope of cooperation to include areas like hydrogen, fusion energy, and cybersecurity. This aims to foster innovation, enhance energy security, and promote economic benefits for both nations.

The "Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2025" aims to address historical inequities in homeownership by providing down payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers. The bill establishes a grant program for states and eligible entities to offer down payment assistance, closing costs assistance, and interest rate reductions to qualified homebuyers. It prioritizes those with incomes up to 120% of the area median income, or 140% in high-cost areas, with a focus on ensuring fair housing practices. The bill also mandates housing counseling for recipients and requires detailed reporting to Congress on the program's impact and demographic reach.

This bill amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to promote entrepreneurship through state workforce development boards and by including entrepreneurial skills development programs as eligible training service providers. It mandates a study on entrepreneurial skills development programs to identify successful practices and measure program outcomes. The bill also allows for demonstration projects focusing on self-employment and job creation.

The Protect Veteran Jobs Act allows for the reinstatement of veteran Federal employees who were involuntarily dismissed without cause between January 20, 2025, and the date of enactment. It also mandates Executive agencies to report to Congress every 90 days on the number and reasons for veteran employee dismissals until January 20, 2029.

The "Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025" amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require molecularly targeted pediatric cancer investigations for certain new and existing drugs. It also extends the priority review voucher program for rare pediatric disease treatments until 2029 and mandates studies on the effectiveness of both initiatives.

The "Protect Postal Performance Act" modifies the procedures for the United States Postal Service (USPS) regarding the closure or consolidation of post offices and processing and distribution centers. It mandates public hearings and transparency requirements for proposed closures, limits closures based on proximity to other post offices or population served, and restricts the USPS from closing or downgrading processing centers if it impacts mail delivery. The bill also requires Postal Regulatory Commission review of proposed changes to mail processing facilities and transportation optimization efforts.

The "Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act" aims to safeguard Medicare beneficiaries' access to home infusion therapy by clarifying coverage to include pharmacy services, modifying payment rules, and including nurse practitioners and physician assistants in establishing a home infusion plan of care. It also expands the definition of "home infusion drug" to include certain intravenously administered drugs or biologicals not delivered through a durable medical equipment pump and modifies payment rules for home infusion therapy supplies. These changes are set to take effect on or after January 1, 2026.

The "Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act" introduces a refundable tax credit for tuition expenses incurred for each qualifying child attending public or private elementary or secondary school. The credit is capped at $10,000 per child annually, with a phaseout for higher-income taxpayers. Qualified expenses include tuition, fees, and additional costs like computers, tutoring, and transportation, while excluding fees for activities, athletics, and uniforms. This amendment aims to support parents in choosing the educational environment that best suits their children's needs.

The "Protecting Life and Integrity in Research Act of 2025" prohibits the federal government from conducting, funding, or supporting research using human fetal tissue obtained from induced abortions. It allows for research on fetal tissue from miscarriages or stillbirths and promotes the development of alternative cell lines. The bill also prohibits the solicitation or acceptance of fetal tissue donations from induced abortions.

The "PASS Act" amends the Defense Production Act of 1950, requiring increased scrutiny by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) of agricultural land transactions involving foreign entities. Specifically, CFIUS must review transactions reported by the Secretary of Agriculture and block land purchases by certain foreign persons near sensitive U.S. military sites or those that would give them control of a U.S. agricultural business. The President may waive the prohibition if it is deemed in the U.S. national interest.