Legislation

The Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025 establishes a three-year pilot program to install internet-connected temperature sensors in federally assisted rental housing. This initiative aims to monitor ambient temperatures, track compliance with safety standards, and improve living conditions for residents through data-driven oversight. The program includes strict requirements for resident consent, data privacy, and comprehensive reporting to Congress on the effectiveness of the technology.

The Protect Funding for Women’s Health Care Act prohibits the allocation of federal funds to the Planned Parenthood Federation of America and its affiliates. The bill ensures that these funds remain available to other eligible health care providers that offer comprehensive services, such as cancer screenings, prenatal care, and immunizations. It maintains existing federal abortion-related funding restrictions while aiming to redirect resources to alternative women's health organizations.

The Justice for Fallen Law Enforcement Act establishes mandatory minimum sentences for violent crimes committed against law enforcement officers, including a 20-year minimum for assaults resulting in serious injury. It also mandates that the murder of a law enforcement officer be prosecuted as first-degree murder under federal law. Additionally, the bill requires the Attorney General to submit a report to Congress detailing the prosecutions resulting from these new sentencing requirements.

The Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 2025 mandates that states submit standardized, comprehensive abortion data to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to maintain eligibility for federal Medicaid funding for family planning services. The bill establishes a national surveillance system to collect and cross-tabulate specific demographic and procedural data, requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publish an annual report on the findings. This legislation aims to address current inconsistencies in state reporting and ensure the availability of accurate statistical data for public health and policy analysis.

The Free Speech Protection Act prohibits federal employees and contractors from pressuring online platforms to censor constitutionally protected speech or improperly access private user data. The bill establishes strict penalties for violations, mandates public reporting of government communications with tech companies, and prohibits federal funding for programs aimed at labeling news content as misinformation. Additionally, it terminates the Department of Homeland Security’s Disinformation Governance Board and limits the President's emergency war powers over communications infrastructure.

The Student Empowerment Act expands the use of 529 education savings accounts to cover a broader range of K-12 expenses, including curriculum, tutoring, standardized testing, and educational therapies. These expanded benefits apply to students enrolled in public, private, or religious schools, as well as those receiving a homeschool education.

This bill proposes rescinding all unobligated funding previously allocated to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under the Inflation Reduction Act. It further expresses the intent of Congress to redirect these funds toward the establishment and administration of a new "External Revenue Service."

The Standing Against Houthi Aggression Act mandates that the Secretary of State designate Ansarallah (the Houthis) as a foreign terrorist organization. Additionally, the bill requires the President to impose targeted sanctions on the group and its affiliates within 90 days of enactment.

The MAILS Act establishes a formal process for local officials to request new post offices and mandates stricter community engagement when the Postal Service plans temporary service relocations. It requires the Postal Service to provide timely public notice, consult with local leaders, and submit regular status updates for extended relocations. Additionally, the bill mandates Congressional reporting for any temporary relocation lasting longer than 180 days.

The Advancing FASD Research, Services and Prevention Act (or "FASD Respect Act") updates federal programs to provide a more comprehensive approach to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. This legislation expands research, improves diagnostic and support services, and establishes Centers of Excellence to build capacity for prevention and care at the state and tribal levels.

The "Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to strengthen enforcement against non-citizens who commit violent crimes. It establishes new grounds for inadmissibility and deportation for individuals convicted of sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, and the violation of protection orders.

The Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act establishes a new FEMA-led grant program to help states, Tribes, and local governments develop and implement comprehensive wildfire resilience plans. The bill provides funding for community-wide safety strategies, including infrastructure hardening, evacuation planning, and defensible space projects, with a focus on high-risk areas. Additionally, it mandates federal studies to improve wildfire communication systems and explores potential certification programs to enhance community survivability.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to fund its operations, staffing, and investigations from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It establishes specific spending caps for the committee’s expenses, including dedicated limits for consulting services and staff training. Additionally, the bill outlines the administrative procedures for processing payments and managing agency contributions for employee compensation.

The Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act permanently allows businesses to immediately deduct the full cost of qualifying property in the year it is placed in service. By establishing a permanent 100% bonus depreciation rate, this legislation eliminates scheduled phase-downs and simplifies tax code requirements. These changes apply retroactively to property placed in service after September 27, 2017, to encourage sustained capital investment.

The "BIG OIL from the Cabinet Act" prohibits individuals who have served as fossil fuel industry executives, lobbyists, or trade association leaders within the past 10 years from holding senior federal positions. This legislation aims to prevent conflicts of interest by barring these industry insiders from key leadership roles in departments and agencies responsible for energy, environmental, and climate policy.

The "Not One More Inch or Acre Act" prohibits citizens, entities, and agents of the People’s Republic of China from purchasing public or private real estate in the United States, with specific exceptions for refugees, asylees, and U.S. permanent residents. The bill also authorizes the President to mandate the divestment of existing holdings that pose a national security risk. Additionally, it establishes a minimum penalty of 10% of the fair market value for failing to report foreign agricultural land holdings.

The Increased TSP Access Act of 2025 aims to expand the availability of conservation technical assistance by streamlining the certification process for third-party providers. The bill authorizes non-Federal entities and State agencies to certify providers, establishes a faster track for qualified professionals, and mandates transparent reporting on program utilization. Additionally, it ensures fair compensation for providers to improve the overall delivery and effectiveness of conservation practices for agricultural producers.

The CONTAINER Act authorizes states bordering Canada or Mexico to place movable, temporary structures on federal land to assist with border security without requiring prior federal permits. States must provide 45 days' notice for initial placements, which are permitted for one year with the option for 90-day extensions if operational control of the border has not been achieved.

The "Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act" permanently authorizes financial assistance for supportive services for very low-income veteran families in permanent housing. By establishing ongoing annual funding, this legislation eliminates the need for future reauthorizations, ensuring consistent support for vulnerable veterans and their families.

The Combating Cartels on Social Media Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive federal assessment of how transnational criminal organizations utilize social media and digital platforms to recruit individuals for illicit activities. The bill directs the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, and the Department of State to develop and implement a national strategy to counter these recruitment efforts while prioritizing civil rights and privacy protections. This initiative aims to improve interagency coordination and international collaboration without granting new regulatory authorities or requiring additional federal funding.