Legislation

The TAP Promotion Act requires a standardized presentation on veterans' benefits during pre-separation counseling, developed in collaboration with veterans service organizations and approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This presentation will inform service members about how veteran service organizations can assist in filing claims. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must submit an annual report on the presentation to Congress.

The WOSB Accountability Act excludes self-certified women-owned small businesses from being counted towards government contracting goals, requiring formal certification for WOSB status, with an exception for those with pending applications. It mandates quarterly briefings to Congress on implementation and clarifies that no additional funds are authorized to carry out the act.

The Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act of 2025 aims to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing and forced labor in the seafood industry by establishing a blacklist of offending vessels, imposing sanctions on individuals involved, enhancing enforcement measures, and promoting international cooperation. The Act also directs the creation of strategies to improve data collection and prevent illegally harvested seafood from entering the U.S. market, while encouraging investment in sustainable fisheries management and technical assistance to combat IUU fishing and forced labor globally. Finally, the Act requires studies and reports on the impact of technology, collaboration between fishing industries, and the overall effectiveness of strategies to counter IUU fishing.

The Congressional Trade Authority Act of 2025 amends Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, redefining national security and shifting the investigation of import threats to the Secretary of Defense. It mandates congressional approval for presidential actions adjusting imports based on national security concerns, requiring a joint resolution of approval within 60 days. The Act also establishes a process for businesses to request exclusions from import restrictions and includes a sunset provision for presidential actions, requiring reevaluation and potential renewal after three years. Finally, the Act requires rates of duty to revert to their pre-modification rate 75 days after the enactment of this Act.

The "Transparency and Predictability in Small Business Opportunities Act" aims to increase transparency and support for small businesses when federal agencies cancel contract solicitations. It mandates the Small Business Administration to create rules requiring agencies to disclose reasons for cancellation, plans for reissuance, and alternative contracting options. Additionally, it directs the Directors of Offices of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization to assist affected small businesses in finding similar opportunities. The Act specifies that no additional funds will be allocated for its implementation.

The "Break the Chain Act" modifies family-sponsored immigration by redefining "immediate relative" to only include children and spouses, setting new limits and requirements for family-based visas, and creating a new nonimmigrant visa category for parents of US citizens. It sets the worldwide level of family-sponsored immigrants and changes the rules for "aging out." These changes take effect on October 1, 2025, and include prohibitions on new petitions for certain family members.

The Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025 amends the National Labor Relations Act and other labor laws to strengthen protections for employees engaging in labor disputes and collective bargaining. It redefines employer and employee status, addresses unfair labor practices, streamlines collective bargaining, and increases penalties for employers who violate labor laws. The Act also updates strike/lockout notification procedures and clarifies reporting requirements for employer-employee communication. Finally, it ensures the law's provisions are severable and authorizes necessary appropriations for implementation and enforcement.

This bill authorizes the President to use the U.S. Armed Forces against specific Mexican cartels and affiliated groups to eliminate their operational capacity due to their engagement in terrorist activities, drug smuggling, human trafficking, and violation of U.S. territorial integrity. It identifies cartels such as Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha (MS13), Sinaloa Cartel, and others. The bill is intended to comply with the War Powers Resolution, affirming existing legal requirements.

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to develop a strategy to treat obesity as a disease within the Armed Forces. It includes an educational campaign, assessment of current programs, and regular reporting to Congress on the effectiveness of obesity-related programs and their impact on military readiness. The bill also requires consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

The "ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act" aims to boost employment and entrepreneurship for individuals with disabilities by directing the Small Business Administration to collaborate with the National Council on Disability. They will work together to assist disabled individuals in starting businesses and finding jobs with small businesses, while also supporting small businesses in hiring people with disabilities. The Act requires a report to Congress detailing the activities, achievements, and future plans to expand these employment opportunities, but does not allocate additional funds for implementation.

This bill recognizes the contributions of Iranian Americans to the United States across various sectors, celebrating their cultural heritage and resilience. It supports the designation of Iranian American Heritage Month and encourages observances with programs, activities, and celebrations like Nowruz. The bill also expresses solidarity with Iranian Americans and the Iranian people's pursuit of a free and democratic Iran.

The "Return to Sender Act" repeals sections 70002 and 70003 of Public Law 117-169. It also rescinds any unspent funds allocated by those sections as of the date this Act is enacted.

The "Improving Coordination of Agriculture Research and Data Act" aims to enhance the coordination of climate research and data within the agricultural sector. It establishes the Agriculture Climate Scientific Research Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary of Agriculture on climate-related research and data priorities, while also creating the Rural Climate Alliance Network to provide climate adaptation and mitigation assistance to rural communities and agricultural producers. The Act seeks to improve the sharing of technology, create a national plan for agricultural climate research, and ensure better support for climate resilience in agriculture. Finally, the Act requires a report to Congress detailing the needs of climate mitigation and resilience research and data systems.

The "Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act" streamlines the Medicaid and CHIP enrollment process for out-of-state providers, allowing them to furnish services to individuals under 21 more efficiently. By reducing excessive screening and enrollment requirements, the bill aims to improve access to care for children. Enrolled providers will have a 5-year enrollment period, and the changes will take effect three years after enactment.

This bill amends the Coastal Zone Management Act, establishing a "conclusive presumption" of state agreement for certain federal activities within coastal zones, preventing delays or blocks. This presumption applies to national security, critical infrastructure, disaster recovery, and projects with significant economic impact in disadvantaged areas. The Secretary has 30 days to review and nullify the presumption if the activity doesn't qualify. If the Secretary does not act within 30 days, the presumption becomes final.

The Deportation Compliance Act prohibits U.S. foreign assistance to countries that have been penalized by the Secretary of State for delaying or refusing to accept their own citizens, subjects, nationals, or residents for longer than 180 days. This prohibition remains in effect as long as the country continues to delay or refuse acceptance.

The "End Veteran Homelessness Act of 2025" aims to improve and expand the HUD-VASH program by prioritizing vulnerable homeless veterans, improving case management services, and increasing oversight and accountability. It requires annual reports to Congress on the HUD-VASH program, allows rental assistance for veterans at risk of homelessness, and ensures veterans can't be penalized for refusing case management. The bill also mandates a GAO report on homeless veterans, evaluating case management services and housing stability within federal programs. Finally, it authorizes appropriations for administrative fees to public housing agencies and eligible expenses that facilitate voucher leasing.

The "Bank Failure Prevention Act of 2025" amends banking regulations to expedite the application process for bank and savings and loan holding companies. It sets strict deadlines for the Board to determine application completeness and mandates approval or denial within 90 days of submission, with automatic approval if the Board fails to act. This aims to streamline regulatory processes and promote efficiency in the banking sector.

The CLEAR Act amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to include entities established under Section 3161, ensuring their records are accessible to the public. This change applies to all FOIA requests made after the Act's enactment, regardless of when the records were created.

The "Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act" mandates an annual report to Congress detailing license applications, enforcement actions, and authorization requests for exporting controlled items to entities in specific countries of concern. This report includes applicant details, item descriptions, end-user information, application decisions, and enforcement activity outcomes. The goal is to enhance transparency over export activities while safeguarding sensitive information from public disclosure.