Legislation

The Close the Medigap Act of 2025 aims to improve consumer protections and transparency for Medicare supplemental insurance. The bill establishes national guaranteed-issue rights, prohibits discriminatory pricing based on health status or age, and restores access to first-dollar coverage plans. Additionally, it enhances the Medicare plan finder website and mandates new reporting requirements for broker compensation to ensure greater accountability in the Medigap market.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to double the tax credit limit for energy-efficient home improvements, specifically for heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, biomass stoves, and boilers. Starting in 2025, the maximum credit for these qualifying systems will increase from $2,000 to $4,000.

The Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025 allows victims of violent crimes to sue state and local governments for damages if those jurisdictions’ sanctuary policies prevented federal immigration enforcement and subsequently led to the harm. By accepting certain federal grants, these jurisdictions waive their sovereign immunity, enabling victims to seek compensation for injuries caused by individuals who should have been detained. Additionally, the bill provides legal protections for local law enforcement officers who comply with federal immigration detainers.

This bill establishes a new refundable federal income tax credit of up to $350 per year to help individuals offset the cost of gas and electricity for their primary residence. The credit is subject to income eligibility limits and is available to both homeowners and renters whose utility costs are included in their rent.

The SAFE Grilling Act aims to reduce the high frequency of grill-related injuries and fires by mandating a national public awareness campaign. This initiative requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to educate the public on essential safety practices and proper grill maintenance. The bill authorizes $5 million in funding to support these efforts and improve household fire safety.

The Reinforcing the Grid Against Extreme Weather Act of 2025 directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to mandate and oversee the improvement of electricity transfer capabilities between neighboring transmission regions. By requiring joint regional planning and the establishment of minimum transfer standards, the bill aims to bolster grid reliability and resilience against extreme weather, cyberattacks, and other physical threats.

The ATF Transparency Act establishes a formal appeals process for denied firearm transfer applications and mandates that the ATF process all transfer and manufacturing applications within 90 days. If the agency fails to meet this deadline, the application is automatically approved. Additionally, the bill requires federal oversight reports and a formal agreement between the ATF and FBI to improve the efficiency and transparency of the background check system.

The Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund by redirecting revenue from the net investment income tax directly to the program. Additionally, the bill expands the scope of this tax for high-income earners by including certain trade or business income and foreign earnings in the tax base. These measures are designed to improve the long-term financial stability of Medicare starting in 2026.

The COVER Now Act establishes a federal demonstration project allowing counties and cities in non-expansion states to provide Medicaid coverage directly to their low-income residents. This initiative provides significant federal matching funds to local governments to expand healthcare access while protecting them from punitive state interference. The program ensures a seamless transition for participants if their state eventually adopts full Medicaid expansion.

The ATF Accountability Act of 2025 establishes a formal, structured appeals process for licensed firearms businesses to challenge rulings or determinations issued by the ATF. This legislation mandates timely responses from the agency and provides licensees the right to a hearing before an administrative law judge. Additionally, it ensures that any challenged ruling is stayed until the appeals process and subsequent judicial reviews are fully resolved.

The Energy Opportunities for All Act seeks to expand access to public lands by nullifying Public Land Order No. 7923. This legislation effectively removes the restrictions previously imposed by that order, restoring the land's prior status.

The Cyber PIVOTT Act establishes a CISA-led program to build a skilled cybersecurity workforce by providing full scholarships, internships, and hands-on training to students at community colleges and technical schools. Participants receive comprehensive financial support in exchange for a two-year service obligation in a cyber-related role within government or critical infrastructure. The bill aims to rapidly scale the cyber talent pipeline through partnerships with educational institutions and targeted federal recruitment initiatives.

This bill amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modernize the San Francisco Bay restoration program and expand the mechanisms available for distributing project funding. It establishes a 75% federal cost-share limit for non-federal entities and implements strict prohibitions against providing federal funds to organizations associated with foreign countries of concern.

The Headwaters Protection Act of 2025 strengthens the Water Source Protection Program by expanding its scope to include adjacent non-federal lands and increasing annual funding to $30 million. This legislation enhances watershed health and water security by fostering collaborative partnerships, streamlining project implementation, and prioritizing resilience against wildfire and drought. Additionally, it establishes new safeguards to ensure forest management activities do not cause long-term degradation to watershed conditions.

The Energy for America’s Economic Future Act establishes a dedicated fund to accelerate the reduction of the federal debt. Under this legislation, 25 percent of all revenue generated from federal oil and gas leases and related activities will be deposited into this fund. These proceeds are required to be used exclusively to redeem outstanding Treasury securities, with regular reporting to Congress on the resulting impact on the national debt.

This bill mandates the removal of the lesser prairie-chicken from the federal lists of threatened and endangered species. Furthermore, it amends the Endangered Species Act to permanently prohibit the Secretary of the Interior from granting the species protected status in the future.

The Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions (CURD) Act establishes a formal federal definition for "natural cheese" to ensure consumer transparency and consistency in labeling. By distinguishing natural cheese from processed varieties, the bill sets clear standards for production and prohibits states from imposing conflicting labeling requirements.

The No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025 prohibits the use of federal funds for abortion services and federally subsidized health insurance plans that include abortion coverage. The bill also mandates increased transparency by requiring health plans to clearly disclose abortion coverage and associated premium surcharges in all marketing and enrollment materials. Exceptions are provided for cases of rape, incest, or to save the life of the mother.

This resolution officially congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles on their Super Bowl LIX victory, celebrating the team’s dominant 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. It honors the exceptional performances of the players and coaching staff that secured the franchise's second championship title.

This resolution designates February 2025 as "Hawaiian Language Month" (‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i Month) to celebrate and promote the preservation of the Native Hawaiian language. It reaffirms a federal commitment to protecting the use and development of ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i in alignment with the Native American Languages Act. The bill further encourages the public to participate in activities that honor and support the revitalization of this indigenous language.