Legislation

The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes on Imported Goods Act of 2025 restricts the President’s authority to impose or increase tariffs and tariff-rate quotas under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). While it preserves the President's power to block specific imports or countries, the bill prevents the use of IEEPA as a tool for unilateral tariff adjustments.

The Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act strengthens national security by granting the Secretary of Agriculture a seat on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). This legislation subjects foreign investments in U.S. agricultural supply chains to rigorous federal review and mandates comprehensive reporting on foreign influence and espionage threats within the agricultural sector.

The Doctor Knows Best Act of 2025 prohibits health insurance plans and federal health care programs from requiring prior authorization, utilization management, or medical necessity reviews. Starting January 1, 2026, this legislation aims to eliminate these administrative barriers to ensure that medical decisions remain between patients and their doctors.

This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, honoring the service and sacrifice of the U.S. armed forces who fought in this pivotal World War II engagement. It recognizes the strategic importance of the battle, the iconic flag raising on Mount Suribachi, and the enduring legacy of those who served. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the strong bond of friendship and reconciliation between the United States and Japan today.

The Firearm Industry Non-Discrimination (FIND) Act prohibits federal executive agencies from contracting with businesses that discriminate against firearm entities or trade associations. Under this legislation, contractors must certify that they do not maintain policies that unfairly limit or refuse services to the firearm industry. Violations of these requirements may result in contract termination, suspension, or debarment.

The Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2025 strengthens Title VI enforcement by mandating increased transparency, public awareness campaigns, and standardized reporting of discrimination complaints at institutions of higher education. The bill requires colleges to prominently display civil rights resources and mandates annual audits of institutions with high rates of discrimination complaints. Additionally, it increases federal oversight through regular Congressional briefings and reforms the Department of Education’s complaint-handling processes.

The Defending American Jobs and Investment Act establishes a formal enforcement mechanism to counter foreign taxes that are extraterritorial or discriminatory toward U.S. interests. The bill mandates that the Treasury Secretary identify offending countries and engage in bilateral negotiations to seek the repeal of these taxes. Should these policies persist, the Act authorizes escalating retaliatory measures, including increased U.S. tax rates for citizens and corporations of the offending nation, as well as potential federal procurement restrictions.

The Report on Grant Consolidation Authority for Puerto Rico Act directs the Comptroller General to study whether consolidating federal grants could alleviate the administrative burden on Puerto Rico’s public sector. This report aims to identify challenges in accessing federal funding and determine if extending grant consolidation authority would help the Commonwealth better manage its resources amid ongoing economic and recovery efforts.

The Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act of 2025 creates a new tax deduction for legally required overtime compensation, allowing eligible workers to exclude a portion of their overtime pay from taxable income. This benefit is subject to specific adjusted gross income limits and is scheduled to sunset after December 31, 2029. Additionally, the bill directs the Treasury to adjust tax withholding procedures so that workers may see the impact of this deduction directly in their paychecks.

The "Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act" mandates the detention of undocumented immigrants who are charged with or convicted of assaulting law enforcement officers or first responders. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue detainers and take these individuals into federal custody to ensure they are held accountable.

The Protecting School Milk Choices Act of 2025 mandates that schools participating in the National School Lunch Program offer both flavored and unflavored fluid milk options. Additionally, the bill grants schools the flexibility to provide lactose-free milk to better accommodate student dietary needs.

The Increased TSP Access Act of 2025 aims to expand and accelerate the delivery of conservation technical assistance to farmers and ranchers by diversifying the certification process for third-party providers. The bill authorizes non-federal entities and state agencies to certify providers, streamlines credentialing for qualified professionals, and mandates fair payment rates. These reforms are designed to increase capacity, improve transparency, and ensure more efficient implementation of conservation practices nationwide.

The FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025 seeks to eliminate federal protections that currently prohibit the obstruction of reproductive health clinic entrances, the use of force or threats against patients and providers, and the intentional damage of clinic property. If enacted, this legislation would immediately repeal these federal criminal prohibitions and apply to all pending or future prosecutions.

The ALIGN Act makes 100% "bonus depreciation" permanent for qualified business property, eliminating scheduled phase-downs to encourage long-term capital investment. By allowing businesses to fully expense these investments immediately, the bill provides a consistent tax incentive for growth. These changes apply retroactively to ensure stability for businesses that have invested in equipment and property since 2017.

The RED TAPE Act requires federal agencies to base all regulatory impact and benefit-cost analyses exclusively on monetized or quantified data. By prohibiting the use of non-quantifiable factors, the bill aims to increase transparency and ensure regulations provide clear, measurable financial benefits. Additionally, it establishes a framework for judicial review, allowing affected parties to challenge and invalidate rules that rely on non-monetized considerations.

The Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection and Pollution Prevention Act permanently protects over 225,000 acres of federal land and water in Minnesota’s Rainy River Watershed from the risks of sulfide-ore copper mining. By withdrawing these lands from mineral leasing and development, the bill safeguards the region’s pristine water quality, wilderness values, and treaty-protected resources. This legislation ensures the long-term ecological integrity of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and supports the local amenity-based economy.

The Honor Our Living Donors Act removes financial barriers for organ donors by prohibiting the consideration of a recipient’s income during the reimbursement process and eliminating expectations of payment from recipients. Additionally, the bill mandates an annual report to Congress to ensure that federal grant programs provide sufficient funding to fully cover all qualifying expenses for living donors.

The Neighbors Not Enemies Act seeks to repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. By eliminating these long-standing statutes, the bill aims to remove the legal framework that currently allows for the detention and deportation of non-citizens based solely on their country of origin during times of declared war.

This bill formally codifies Executive Order 14096, elevating the federal commitment to environmental justice into permanent statute. By establishing this mandate as law, the legislation ensures that the principles of equitable environmental protection carry the full force and effect of a congressional act.

The Protecting Higher Education from Foreign Threats Act aims to safeguard American universities by prohibiting the employment of instructors funded by the Chinese Communist Party. Under this legislation, institutions that employ such individuals will be ineligible to receive federal funding. Colleges can regain their eligibility by demonstrating that they no longer employ CCP-funded instructors.