Legislation

The Epstein Files Transparency Act mandates the Attorney General to release all unclassified Department of Justice records related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell within 30 days of enactment. This sweeping requirement covers investigations, travel logs, and communications, with limited exceptions primarily focused on protecting victim privacy and active cases. Any redactions must be publicly justified, and the Attorney General must report the details of the release and any withheld information to Congress.

The Help America Run Act aims to make it easier for everyday Americans to run for office by allowing campaign funds to cover essential living expenses. Specifically, the bill permits campaign committees to use funds for necessary personal services like childcare and elder care, which helps candidates who are not independently wealthy. This change is intended to increase the diversity of candidates and ensure elected officials better reflect the general population.

The Saving the Department of the Interior's Workforce Act places a moratorium on involuntary layoffs across all Department of the Interior agencies and bureaus. This freeze on reductions in force will remain in effect until Congress fully funds the Department for Fiscal Year 2026. Employees are protected from layoffs unless the separation is due to proven misconduct, delinquency, or poor performance.

The Promoting Rural Exports Act of 2025 establishes a new National Rural Export Center, supported by up to nine regional centers, within the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service. These centers will provide rural businesses with customized market research and strategic support to overcome obstacles to international trade. Success will be measured by tracking the number of businesses assisted and the resulting dollar value of new exports generated.

The Advancing Research on Agricultural Soil Health Act of 2025 aims to standardize the measurement of agricultural soil carbon across the nation. It mandates the creation of a universal measurement methodology and establishes a national Soil Carbon Inventory and Analysis Network to track carbon stocks every five years. Furthermore, the bill requires the development of a predictive modeling tool to estimate the impact of various land management practices on soil carbon and greenhouse gas emissions. This legislation supports farmers through technical assistance for voluntary soil carbon reporting and ensures research programs prioritize soil health outcomes.

The Saving the Forest Service's Workforce Act places a moratorium on major staff reductions within the Forest Service until Congress passes the full-year budget for fiscal year 2026. This freeze prevents cuts due to budget issues or reorganization. However, the Forest Service can still terminate employees for documented misconduct, poor performance, or delinquency.

The Streamlining Rural Broadband Act of 2025 repeals the existing Community Connect Grant program and redirects any unspent funds to the USDA's ReConnect Program. This action aims to consolidate federal resources to accelerate the deployment of rural broadband infrastructure. The bill makes necessary technical amendments to other laws to reflect the program's elimination.

This resolution proposes the removal of Representative Delia Ramirez from her assignment on the House Committee on Homeland Security. The action is based on comments made by the Representative in Mexico City that the House deems contrary to its standards of conduct. The bill enacts a direct change to the committee assignments within the House of Representatives.

The People Over Long Lines Act (POLL Act) aims to protect the fundamental right to vote by establishing a national standard that no eligible citizen should wait more than 30 minutes to cast a ballot in a federal election. To achieve this, the bill mandates that states submit plans detailing how they will ensure fair wait times and requires the Attorney General to set minimum standards for voting resources like poll workers and equipment. Furthermore, the Act authorizes federal funding to help states comply and creates a private right of action allowing citizens to sue over excessive wait times.

This bill overhauls Department of Defense (DOD) hiring to improve recruitment and retention for its cyber workforce. It grants the Secretary of Defense special authority to create unique cyber positions and bypass standard federal hiring and pay rules to attract top talent. The legislation establishes new pay scales, specialized executive roles, and requires detailed reporting to Congress on the implementation and effectiveness of these changes over five years.

The Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must now provide abortion care, counseling, and related medication as part of the medical services offered to eligible veterans and certain other beneficiaries. This legislation formally amends existing VA health care provisions to include these reproductive health services.

The Voters on the Move Registration Act of 2025 mandates that standardized, multilingual voter registration information be provided to individuals applying for certain federally assisted rental housing or residential mortgages. This ensures that tenants and mortgage applicants receive clear instructions on how to register to vote. The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection is tasked with creating this uniform voter information statement. This requirement focuses solely on providing information, not compelling voter registration.

The PHASE Act of 2025 directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to research innovative, non-distracting technologies for traffic control devices. It also mandates a study on physical safety improvements for pedestrians and vulnerable road users in high-crash areas. Finally, the bill establishes a new grant program to fund infrastructure projects in cities and Tribes aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety and accessibility.

The Primacy Certainty Act of 2025 establishes strict deadlines for the EPA when reviewing state applications to take primary enforcement responsibility for Class VI carbon capture and sequestration wells. If the EPA misses these mandated review periods, state applications for primacy can be automatically approved. This legislation also requires the EPA to assign dedicated staff to assist states in preparing their applications.

The No Foreign Election Partnership Act prohibits U.S. federal election agencies, such as the FEC and EAC, from entering into agreements with international organizations that involve sharing data or granting advisory roles. This legislation aims to prevent specific types of partnerships between domestic election bodies and foreign or international groups.

The Reinstating Orderly Access for Drivers (ROAD) Act establishes an affirmative defense for individuals facing criminal or civil action related to property damage or injury caused by a vehicle during a riot. This defense is available if the individual was convicted of inciting a riot or can prove by a preponderance of the evidence that they committed the crime. Furthermore, the bill mandates that related civil cases must be paused while a corresponding criminal case is pending.

The Securing Academia from Foreign Entanglements Act prohibits U.S. colleges and universities from accepting gifts or entering into contracts with designated "foreign countries of concern." This legislation aims to safeguard academic institutions by banning financial ties with nations deemed a risk to U.S. national security. However, the bill exempts standard student payments like tuition from this prohibition.

The Coal Ash for American Infrastructure Act allows owners of coal ash storage facilities to temporarily designate their sites as "beneficial use staging units" to set aside ash for reuse in infrastructure projects. To qualify, units must meet strict technical standards, including proper lining and groundwater monitoring. Operators must adhere to mandatory removal schedules for beneficial use, and compliant staging units are protected from conflicting state closure requirements. The EPA will track and report annually on the amount of coal ash stored and removed under this designation.

This bill officially names the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, in honor of decorated World War II hero, Second Lieutenant Leonard G. "Bud" Lomell. The renaming recognizes Lomell's extraordinary bravery on D-Day and his lifelong commitment to his community. This legislation ensures the Toms River VA clinic will henceforth be known as the Leonard G. Bud Lomell VA Clinic.

The Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion Act of 2025, or VSAFE Act of 2025, establishes a dedicated Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This new officer will be responsible for leading efforts to prevent, track, and respond to fraud and scams targeting veterans. The bill also temporarily extends existing limits on certain pension payment rules for two additional months.