Legislation

The FAIR Act of 2025 reforms federal civil forfeiture laws to protect property owners by raising the government's burden of proof, mandating judicial oversight, and expanding access to legal counsel. The bill also eliminates nonjudicial forfeiture and ends programs that share seized assets with state and local law enforcement, redirecting proceeds to the General Fund of the Treasury. Additionally, it provides new protections for individuals accused of structuring transactions and increases transparency in forfeiture reporting.

This joint resolution seeks to block a proposed foreign military sale to Israel involving 10,000 155mm artillery ancillaries. If passed, the measure would prohibit the addition of these items to previously authorized defense contracts as outlined in Transmittal No. 2416.

The Acequia Communities Empowered by Qualifying Upgrades for Infrastructure (ACEQUI) Act supports New Mexico’s historic community irrigation systems by ensuring farmers have improved access to federal drought and disaster assistance. The bill also streamlines operations by exempting routine maintenance of acequias on federal land from special use permit requirements. Additionally, it mandates a federal report to evaluate and improve the accessibility of agricultural support programs for these traditional water systems.

The Restoring Trade Fairness Act seeks to protect U.S. national security and economic interests by revoking China’s normal trade relations status. The bill mandates a phased-in increase of tariffs on Chinese imports, eliminates duty-free "de minimis" entry privileges for Chinese goods, and establishes a trust fund to compensate U.S. producers impacted by retaliatory trade actions. Additionally, it grants the President expanded authority to restrict imports and requires the U.S. to modify its World Trade Organization commitments to allow for greater flexibility in trade policy.

The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business deduction permanent by removing its scheduled expiration date. This legislation ensures that owners of sole proprietorships, partnerships, and S corporations can continue to benefit from this tax relief indefinitely.

The PEACE Act of 2025 prohibits the use of federal education funds for curricula or instruction that promotes "divisive concepts" related to race. The bill specifically restricts teaching that assigns collective guilt, promotes racial stereotyping, or suggests that individuals are inherently oppressive based on their race.

The Disaster Recovery Efficiency Act mandates that FEMA and HUD implement priority recommendations from a 2022 GAO report to improve the federal approach to disaster recovery. This legislation aims to streamline and enhance the effectiveness of government response efforts following major disasters.

The Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025 mandates CFIUS review for real estate transactions near military sites by entities linked to adversarial nations, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The bill also prevents the approval of energy projects on such properties while they are under national security investigation. This legislation ensures that foreign investments near sensitive military infrastructure are subject to rigorous oversight and risk assessment.

The Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the posthumous awarding of the Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds. This honor recognizes his extraordinary heroism during World War II, when he defied Nazi orders to protect approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers under his command at a prisoner of war camp.

This bill directs the U.S. Postal Service to issue a special Manatee Semipostal Stamp to support the conservation of manatees and their habitats. Proceeds from the sale of these stamps will be transferred directly to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to fund essential protection efforts.

The Resiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health Act authorizes federal land managers to provide ranchers with temporary access to vacant grazing allotments during extreme natural disasters. This legislation ensures that permit holders can maintain their operations while their primary lands recover, without altering the long-term status or management of those vacant allotments.

The Veterans’ ACCESS Act of 2025 strengthens the Veterans Community Care Program by establishing clear, enforceable standards for care eligibility and wait times while streamlining the referral process. The legislation also overhauls access to residential mental health and substance abuse treatment, ensuring veterans receive timely, localized care with robust oversight. Additionally, it mandates the development of digital tools and pilot programs to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and improve transparency across the VA healthcare system.

The "End the Deep State Act" aims to increase executive branch accountability by reclassifying certain federal positions involved in policy-making and confidential work into a new "Schedule PolicyCareer" category. This legislation removes standard civil service protections for these roles, allowing for greater presidential control over the federal workforce. Additionally, the bill mandates regular agency reviews to identify positions for this new classification and requires employees in these roles to faithfully implement administration policies.

This joint resolution seeks to block a proposed foreign military sale of defense articles and services to Israel. The measure specifically prohibits the transfer of various munitions, including small diameter bombs, general-purpose bomb bodies, and precision guidance kits, as detailed in the February 2025 congressional transmittal.

The Domestic SUPPLY Act of 2025 establishes a national partnership program to secure a reliable, domestic supply chain for personal protective equipment (PPE) through agreements with U.S.-based manufacturers. The bill mandates that federal funds be used exclusively for domestically produced infectious disease prevention equipment, with limited exceptions for availability or cost. Additionally, it requires a comprehensive report on how changes to PPE requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the safety of frontline medical professionals.

The Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2025 establishes a pilot program allowing eligible active-duty service members to pre-enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patient system before separating from the military. This initiative aims to streamline the transition to VA healthcare by ensuring seamless coverage for veterans immediately upon their departure from service.

The MACARTHUR Act mandates that the United States Military Academy formally reincorporate the phrase "Duty, Honor, Country" into its official mission statement. This legislation reinforces Congress's commitment to preserving these core principles as the foundational ethos for all cadets.

The Restricting First Use of Nuclear Weapons Act of 2025 prohibits the use of federal funds for a first-strike nuclear attack unless Congress has explicitly authorized it through a declaration of war. This legislation aims to establish constitutional checks and balances by ensuring that a nuclear strike cannot be initiated without congressional approval, except in response to an existing nuclear attack against the United States or its allies.

This bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to provide a 60-day public comment period before finalizing any significant changes to SNAP quality control guidance. This ensures that states and the public have the opportunity to review updates that impact program verification processes, staffing, or internal system requirements.

This bill expresses formal opposition to deep seabed mining and directs the President to advocate for an international moratorium on such activities. It mandates that the U.S. use its influence in global organizations to block mining and financing until comprehensive, science-based regulatory frameworks are established to ensure the protection of marine ecosystems.