Legislation

This bill mandates that federal agencies submit comprehensive zero-based budgets to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget every six years. Additionally, most agencies are required to identify specific programs for elimination to achieve a minimum 2 percent reduction in discretionary spending.

The Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025 establishes an EPA grant program to help communities protect themselves from the health risks of wildland fire smoke. This initiative provides funding to state, local, and Tribal agencies to establish public clean air centers and distribute free, high-quality air filtration units to vulnerable, low-income households.

The Dismantle Iran’s Proxy Act of 2025 mandates that the President designate Ansarallah (the Houthi movement) as a foreign terrorist organization and impose targeted sanctions on its leadership and affiliates. The bill further requires the administration to develop a comprehensive strategy to restore freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and degrade the group's offensive capabilities. Additionally, it mandates a formal report on how Ansarallah’s actions obstruct the delivery of humanitarian aid in Yemen.

The Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act seeks to eliminate Section 136 of the Clean Air Act, effectively repealing the associated greenhouse gas emissions charge. Additionally, the bill mandates the rescission of all unobligated funds previously allocated to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.

The United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2025 seeks to normalize relations between the two nations by repealing the long-standing trade embargo and associated economic sanctions. The bill lifts restrictions on trade, travel, and remittances, while authorizing expanded telecommunications cooperation. Additionally, it encourages diplomatic negotiations to address outstanding property claims and human rights concerns.

The CLEAR Act of 2025 aims to enhance immigration enforcement by affirming and incentivizing the authority of state and local law enforcement to assist federal authorities. The bill mandates increased information sharing, expands federal detention capacity, and provides financial support and training to state and local agencies that cooperate in identifying and detaining individuals unlawfully present in the United States. Additionally, it establishes legal protections for participating officers and agencies while formalizing procedures for the transfer of custody to federal officials.

The Wildfire Prevention Act of 2025 aims to accelerate wildfire risk reduction on federal lands by mandating ambitious, measurable targets for forest thinning and prescribed burns. The legislation streamlines environmental reviews for vegetation management near power lines and roads, while empowering local governments and tribes to participate in legal proceedings. Additionally, it fosters agency innovation through new technology pilot programs and requires enhanced public reporting to ensure greater accountability and transparency in forest management.

The Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act honors the courage, sacrifice, and essential service of the nation’s wildland firefighters. This legislation authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded collectively to these frontline responders in recognition of their dedication to protecting our communities and natural resources. The medal will be housed at the National Interagency Fire Center, with bronze duplicates made available for public purchase.

The VA Home Loan Awareness Act of 2025 mandates that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac include a disclaimer on residential loan applications to inform veterans that they may be eligible for a VA home loan. Additionally, the bill requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study to ensure lenders are effectively implementing this disclosure.

The Recover Fraudulent COVID Funds Act extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting pandemic-related fraud to 10 years. This legislation ensures that federal authorities have more time to pursue criminal charges, civil forfeiture actions, and False Claims Act lawsuits against those who misused COVID-19 relief funds.

The PRECEPT Nurses Act establishes a $2,000 annual tax credit for nurses and healthcare providers who complete at least 200 hours of clinical preceptorship in designated health professional shortage areas. This initiative aims to strengthen the nursing workforce by incentivizing experienced professionals to mentor nursing students and newly hired nurses. The program is set to run from 2026 through 2032, with mandated reporting to evaluate its impact on clinical training capacity.

The AMERICANS Act of 2025 provides remedies for military service members who faced adverse actions or discharge due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The bill mandates the correction of service records, offers pathways for reinstatement and back pay, and prohibits the Secretary of Defense from issuing future COVID-19 vaccine mandates without explicit congressional approval.

The Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 2025 mandates that states submit standardized abortion data to the CDC to maintain eligibility for specific federal Medicaid family planning funds. The bill directs the CDC to establish a national surveillance system to collect and report this data, including information on maternal demographics, procedure details, and abortion survival outcomes. By requiring accurate and consistent reporting, the legislation aims to improve the quality of public health data available for policy analysis.

The Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025 authorizes the EPA to provide grants to air pollution control agencies for the establishment of community-based clean air centers and the distribution of free air filtration units to vulnerable, low-income households. This program aims to protect public health during wildland fire smoke events by improving indoor air quality and providing essential educational resources.

The Northwest Energy Security Act mandates that the Federal Columbia River Power System be operated in accordance with the 2020 Columbia River System Operations Environmental Impact Statement. It establishes strict requirements for any future amendments to these operations and prohibits structural changes that would restrict hydroelectric power generation or navigation on the Snake River without explicit congressional authorization.

The Local Access to Courts Act (LACA) expands federal judicial access by establishing new court locations in College Station, Texas, and El Centro, California. This legislation amends existing federal code to ensure these communities are officially designated as sites for holding United States District Court proceedings.

The "Repeal the TikTok Ban Act" seeks to overturn the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. If passed, this legislation would nullify all legal designations of applications as "foreign adversary controlled," effectively removing the current federal ban on TikTok.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow parents to claim the Child Tax Credit for stillborn children. It classifies a stillbirth occurring after 20 weeks of gestation as a qualifying child, enabling families to receive the credit without requiring a Social Security number.

The Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform (PURR) Act of 2025 establishes a streamlined, uniform federal regulatory framework for pet food to replace the current patchwork of state-level requirements. By centralizing oversight under the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, the bill standardizes ingredient reviews, labeling, and marketing claims to improve marketplace certainty and innovation. Ultimately, this Act aims to enhance the nationwide availability of safe, nutritious, and affordable food for companion animals.

The "No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act" mandates the destruction of all firearm transaction records currently held by the ATF from discontinued businesses. Furthermore, it amends federal law to prohibit the future collection and transfer of these records to the government when a firearms business ceases operations. The bill also requires the ATF to submit a formal report to Congress confirming the number of records destroyed.