Legislation

The "Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025" aims to better connect small businesses with career and technical education (CTE) programs. It amends the Small Business Act to include CTE in the services provided by Small Business Development Centers and Women's Business Centers. The goal is to educate small businesses on hiring CTE graduates, inform CTE programs about how their students can utilize these centers, and connect small businesses with CTE programs to facilitate career opportunities for students and graduates.

The "Investing in All of America Act of 2025" amends the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, modifying how the Small Business Administration calculates leverage for small business investment companies (SBICs). It lowers the maximum leverage exclusion from $300 million to $200 million, expands eligibility to include small businesses in critical technology and manufacturing, and limits the exclusion amount for a company. The bill also requires annual adjustments to the dollar amounts based on the Consumer Price Index.

Recognizes Nowruz as a culturally and historically significant celebration observed worldwide. It acknowledges the contributions of Iranian Americans to the U.S. and supports human rights and freedom for the people of Iran. The resolution also defends the rights of Iranians to assemble and express themselves freely, and wishes a happy new year to those celebrating Nowruz.

The "Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Reporting Act of 2025" mandates the Small Business Administration to report to Congress on the challenges faced by entrepreneurs with disabilities. The report will assess their needs, describe available resources and support, and recommend legislative actions to address identified shortcomings. No additional funds are authorized for the creation of this report.

The "No Wrong Door for Veterans Act" amends and reauthorizes the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, extending its duration to September 30, 2028, and modifying grant funding to better support veterans. It emphasizes coordination between grantees and local VA medical centers, requires grantees to inform individuals about emergent suicide care, and clarifies eligibility criteria for entities providing mental health support. The act allocates specific funding amounts for fiscal years 2021 through 2028 and allows flexibility in screening protocols for suicide risk.

The "Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2025" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to deem aliens inadmissible to the U.S. if they have defrauded the U.S. government or unlawfully received public benefits. The act also makes aliens deportable if convicted of such offenses.

The Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act of 2025 aims to enhance wildfire management and support communities by focusing on workforce development, firefighter support, mitigating public health impacts from wildfire smoke, and improving fire mitigation and technology. This includes establishing training programs, expanding benefits for firefighters and their families, creating a national smoke monitoring system, and streamlining access to resources for wildfire risk reduction and recovery. The Act seeks to bolster the wildland fire workforce, improve interagency coordination, and provide timely assistance to those affected by wildfires.

The GENIUS Act of 2025 establishes a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, defining key terms, outlining who can issue stablecoins, and setting requirements for reserves, disclosures, and compliance. It creates a process for federal and state regulators to approve and supervise stablecoin issuers, addressing consumer protection, anti-money laundering measures, and interoperability standards. The Act also clarifies that payment stablecoins are not securities or commodities and prioritizes stablecoin holders' claims in insolvency proceedings. Finally, the act directs the Treasury to establish reciprocal agreements with countries that have similar payment stablecoin regulations.

This bill establishes the "Congressional Fitness Challenge," a national program promoting physical fitness among students aged 6-17 through voluntary fitness tests administered by certified professionals. Participants will complete tests like running, pull-ups, curl-ups, and sit-and-reach, with performance standards set by covered committees based on age, gender, and disability considerations. Data will be collected and aggregated to track national fitness levels, and participants meeting benchmarks will receive certificates recognizing their achievement at gold, silver, or bronze levels. The program will be overseen by the House Administration Committee and the Rules and Administration Committee, who will jointly create regulations and guidance for implementation.

The Tax Return Preparer Accountability Act of 2025 aims to regulate tax return preparers by requiring them to have an identifying number, meet examination and continuing education standards, and pass a background check. It also mandates that all tax returns and refund claims prepared by tax preparers include the preparer's identifying number. Additionally, the Act updates the IRS's technology to identify taxpayers at high risk of economic hardship and requires the Secretary of the Treasury to issue and update information security standards for tax software providers.

The Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2025 aims to increase landlord participation in the Housing Choice Voucher program, particularly in high-opportunity areas, by offering incentives such as one-time payments, security deposit assistance, and landlord liaison bonuses. It also streamlines housing quality standards by accepting inspections from other housing programs and allowing pre-approval of units. Additionally, the bill mandates the use of small area fair market rents to calculate rental assistance in more metropolitan areas and modernizes the Section 8 Management Assessment Program to encourage positive landlord relationships and housing diversity for voucher holders. Finally, the Act requires an annual report on the effectiveness of the Act.

This resolution impeaches Judge Theodore Chuang of the District of Maryland for high crimes and misdemeanors. It accuses Judge Chuang of overstepping his authority and violating the separation of powers by issuing a preliminary injunction that could hinder the President's ability to address national security threats related to USAID employees. The resolution argues that this action demonstrates a disregard for national security and warrants his removal from office. The article of impeachment is presented to the Senate for consideration.

The "DHS Basic Training Accreditation Improvement Act of 2025" mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide annual reports to Congress on the accreditation status of all basic training programs within the Department of Homeland Security. It also directs the Under Secretary for Science and Technology to research and develop systems that improve access to federal law enforcement training for state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement, especially those in rural and remote communities. This aims to enhance domestic preparedness and collective response to terrorism and homeland security threats.

This bill validates the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as a valid part of the U.S. Constitution. It asserts that the ERA has been ratified by the required number of states, regardless of any previously set time limits.

The "Young Americans Financial Literacy Act" aims to improve financial literacy among young people aged 8-24 by funding centers of excellence that will research, develop, and implement effective financial literacy programs. These programs will focus on core competencies like budgeting and debt management, with priority given to initiatives targeting at-risk populations and incorporating culturally sensitive approaches. The Act allocates between $27.5 million and $55 million annually for grants to eligible institutions through fiscal year 2029, with the goal of enhancing financial independence and stability for young Americans. The Director of the Bureau will issue an annual report to Congress listing grant recipients and the specific populations they serve.

The BLOC Act aims to defund sanctuary jurisdictions by making them ineligible for certain federal funds, specifically those allocated for infrastructure projects. To remain eligible for funding, these jurisdictions must implement a policy requiring local entities to notify the Department of Homeland Security 48 hours before releasing unlawfully present aliens from custody. This policy applies only if DHS has identified the alien's unlawful status and the alien has been detained for at least 48 hours. The Act defines "infrastructure project" according to federal regulations.

This resolution calls for the impeachment of Chief Judge John James McConnell Jr. of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, citing high crimes and misdemeanors. It accuses Judge McConnell Jr. of demonstrating political bias through financial contributions and public comments, impairing his ability to fairly judge cases involving President Trump. Additionally, it alleges a conflict of interest due to his position on the Board of Directors for Crossroads Rhode Island, which receives significant funding from the State of Rhode Island, a plaintiff in a case over which he presided.

The "No Pay for Congress During Default or Shutdown Act" mandates that Members of Congress will have their pay reduced for each day the government is shut down or the public debt limit is reached, starting after the November 2026 general election. During the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, pay will be withheld and placed in escrow, later released to members at the end of the Congress. The Secretary of the Treasury will assist in implementing these provisions.

The 7(a) Loan Agent Oversight Act requires the Director to submit an annual report to Congress regarding 7(a) agents. This report includes data on agent activity, fraudulent loans, loan performance, fees, risk analysis, interest rates, and communication practices. A 7(a) agent is defined as someone providing services like application assistance or consulting/referral services for a loan.

The Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act aims to support the mental health and well-being of public safety officers, healthcare providers, firefighters, and EMS personnel. It establishes a national data system to track suicide incidence among public safety officers, authorizes grants for peer-support behavioral health programs within fire departments, EMS agencies, and healthcare facilities, and directs the development of educational resources for mental health professionals and best practices for addressing PTSD in public safety officers. The Act seeks to improve access to mental health services and reduce the stigma associated with seeking help in these high-stress professions. It also ensures the confidentiality and anonymity of those seeking help.