Legislation

The Community Investment and Prosperity Act amends federal banking laws to increase investment limits for national banks and Federal Reserve Banks. Specifically, this legislation raises the applicable investment threshold from 15% to 20%. This change is intended to promote public welfare through increased investment capacity.

The RESIDE Act establishes the Blighted Building to Housing Conversion Program, administered by HUD, to turn vacant commercial structures into attainable housing. This pilot program awards competitive grants, funded by excess HOME Program money, to local entities for the acquisition, renovation, and conversion of these properties. Priority is given to projects in economically distressed areas or those that streamline local conversion regulations. The program will run from fiscal years 2027 through 2031, followed by a final report to Congress.

The Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the U.S. biobased products industry by increasing federal procurement of these items made from agricultural materials. The bill updates definitions, enhances reporting requirements, and mandates training to ensure federal agencies prioritize purchasing biobased goods. Additionally, it establishes a temporary USDA Task Force to coordinate and improve federal support for research, development, and marketing in this sector. Finally, the Act strengthens labeling rules to prevent the misuse of terms like "biobased" and protects proprietary business information during enforcement.

The Restoring Essential Healthcare Act repeals a previous ban that prohibited Medicaid payments to certain healthcare entities. This legislation retroactively validates and ensures payment for essential healthcare services provided by these now-unbanned organizations during the period the prohibition was in effect.

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act limits how consumer reporting agencies can share a consumer's report when it is requested in connection with a residential mortgage loan. Reports can only be shared with entities directly involved in the consumer's current mortgage or those providing a firm offer of credit or insurance. The Act also mandates a study by the GAO regarding the use and impact of "trigger leads" derived from credit checks.

The Transnational Repression Policy Act establishes a comprehensive U.S. strategy to combat foreign governments that harass or target individuals outside their borders, including within the United States. The bill mandates the creation of an interagency plan, requires specialized training for government personnel, and directs the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice to develop resources and outreach programs to protect targeted communities. Ultimately, this Act aims to shield people from foreign government overreach, hold repressors accountable, and enhance cooperation with allies.

The Keep Kids Covered Act aims to ensure children maintain continuous health coverage through Medicaid and CHIP by significantly extending eligibility periods. This includes automatically covering newborns until age six and providing 24-month continuous eligibility for most children under 19. Furthermore, former foster youth will now remain eligible for Medicaid until they turn 26 under specific phase-in rules.

The ACO Assignment Improvement Act of 2025 updates the rules for assigning beneficiaries to Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) within the Medicare Shared Savings Program. Specifically, it broadens the criteria for assignment by allowing primary care services from certain ACO professionals to count toward beneficiary linkage. These changes will take effect for performance years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.

The Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act aims to grant certified Tribal law enforcement officers the authority to enforce federal laws within their tribal areas under certain conditions. This certification process ensures officers meet federal standards for training and background checks, effectively deeming them federal officers for specific legal protections and benefits. The bill also mandates increased oversight by the Attorney General to improve coordination and accountability for public safety efforts in Indian communities.

This resolution formally honors John Brown for his dedicated and sacrificial fight against slavery, recognizing his crucial role in advancing the cause of liberty in the United States. It also commemorates other key figures like Crispus Attucks and Paul Revere who fought for early American freedom. Ultimately, the bill encourages reflection on the nation's complex history as it strives to fulfill its founding ideals for all citizens.

This resolution officially recognizes and honors the distinguished history and vital contributions of the 25th Army Corps during the Civil War. It specifically commends the Corps for being the largest African American unit in the Union Army and for their pivotal role in liberating enslaved people in Texas before the official Juneteenth observance. The bill celebrates their courage, sacrifice, and lasting legacy in the fight for freedom and justice.

The Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 generally prohibits law enforcement and intelligence agencies from using cell-site simulators ("Stingrays") domestically without a warrant that proves necessity and limits scope. Evidence obtained illegally is inadmissible in court, and agencies must disclose potential service disruptions when seeking authorization. The Act establishes strict oversight, including required annual reporting to Congress on the use of these surveillance tools.

This resolution calls on the Senate to remove the name of Richard B. Russell from the Russell Senate Office Building due to his documented history of opposing civil rights and promoting racial segregation. The measure asserts that honoring a figure who actively fought against equality is inconsistent with current law rejecting White supremacy. Ultimately, the Senate is urged to revert the building's name to the Old Senate Office Building.

The Secure Our Embassies Act emphasizes the critical need for enhanced security coordination among various State Department personnel responsible for protecting U.S. diplomatic missions abroad. It supports better integration between physical security, technology, and building operations staff to address complex threats. Furthermore, the bill mandates specific counterintelligence training for key security roles and requires the Secretary of State to report on plans to improve this coordination and training.

This bill officially designates the major annual event in Washington, D.C., as the "National Memorial Day Parade" to honor America's fallen heroes. It recognizes the parade's significance as the nation's largest Memorial Day observance. Furthermore, the legislation authorizes the Secretary of Defense to provide appropriate support, including military participation, for the event.

The Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2025 aims to bolster rural water infrastructure and emergency response capabilities. This legislation expands eligibility for existing water assistance grants to cover related infrastructure and increases the maximum grant amount available to communities. Furthermore, it provides a temporary exemption from NPDES permitting for essential, temporary water treatment facilities established immediately following a declared state disaster.

Kate's Law increases penalties for illegal entry into the U.S. by individuals who are later convicted of serious crimes. The bill mandates a minimum five-year sentence for illegal entry if the person is subsequently convicted of a crime punishable by over one year in prison. Furthermore, it significantly increases prison sentences, including mandatory minimums, for aliens who illegally reenter the U.S. after being previously removed.

The Ending Homelessness Act of 2025 aims to significantly reduce homelessness by making housing choice vouchers an entitlement program starting in 2029 and immediately expanding the voucher supply for extremely low-income families. The bill also prohibits housing discrimination based on source of income and establishes new, dedicated funding streams for emergency relief and supportive services under the McKinney-Vento Act. Finally, it repeals certain ineligibility criteria for housing assistance and sets priorities for funding based on local policies that encourage affordable housing and decriminalize homelessness.

The Stop the SWARM Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture submit a report to Congress within 30 days detailing the nation's readiness to combat a New World Screwworm outbreak. This report must specifically address domestic preparedness, including plans for building a domestic sterile fly production facility, current technology, and a comparison between domestic and international production capabilities. The goal is to ensure a robust national response strategy is in place against this serious pest.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 201 West Oklahoma Avenue in Guthrie, Oklahoma, as the "Oscar J. Upham Post Office." This action formally renames the existing post office building.