Legislation

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities initiated after February 20, 2025, against designated terrorist groups or drug trafficking organizations without prior Congressional authorization. It asserts Congress's constitutional power to declare war and finds recent military strikes against vessels lacked proper justification. The bill allows for continued use of forces for self-defense or authorized counternarcotics support, but explicitly states drug trafficking alone does not constitute an armed attack.

This bill mandates that all advertisements for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans must clearly disclose key statistics regarding their prior authorization denial rates. Specifically, ads must include the total number of denials, the number of denials later overturned upon reconsideration, and the average time taken for those reversals. This aims to provide consumers with crucial transparency about plan utilization management practices before enrollment.

The Strengthening Resources for our Schools (SROS) Act aims to encourage qualified retirees to serve as school resource officers. This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to exclude certain retirement income received by eligible former members of the Armed Forces or law enforcement officers from gross income while they are employed as school resource officers. The exclusion may become a lifetime exemption if the individual serves in the role for at least 10 years.

This bill amends the Social Security Act to establish new requirements regarding the average monthly cost of Medicare Advantage (MA) plans compared to original Medicare. If an MA plan's average monthly payment exceeds the cost of original Medicare coverage for its enrollees, the Secretary must prohibit new enrollment in that plan for the following year. This restriction does not apply to specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals.

The Broadband and Telecommunications RAIL Act establishes new rules for deploying telecommunications and broadband facilities within public rights-of-way that cross railroad corridors, as well as directly within railroad rights-of-way. It outlines specific notification and application procedures, decision timelines for railroad carriers, and compensation requirements for application processing. The Act grants the Federal Communications Commission sole jurisdiction to resolve disputes between providers and railroads regarding facility placement and mandates rulemaking to ensure safety and efficiency.

The Save Great Lakes Fish Act of 2025 authorizes the Great Lakes Fishery Commission to develop comprehensive strategies to combat invasive mussel species. This effort requires coordination with federal agencies, state, tribal, and local governments. The bill authorizes $500 million in funding for fiscal years 2026 through 2035 to support these critical conservation measures.

The Criminal Alien Removal Clarification Act of 2025 amends immigration law to establish new, clear grounds for deportability. This bill mandates that any alien convicted of a single felony or two misdemeanors, under either state or federal law, after admission to the U.S. is subject to removal.

This resolution expresses support for designating November 19, 2025, as "National GIS Day" to recognize the critical role of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. It highlights how GIS data management supports government, private enterprise, and addresses societal challenges through data analysis. The bill encourages the continued use of GIS in education and innovation to drive economic growth.

The To Inform Families First Act of 2025 establishes a grant program through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to help states create voluntary systems for collecting emergency contact information linked to driver's licenses. This assistance requires states to implement strong data security and restrict access to authorized emergency personnel only. The bill ensures that providing this information remains voluntary and does not need to appear on physical identification cards.

This resolution censures and condemns Delegate Stacey Plaskett for allegedly colluding with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a 2019 congressional hearing. It cites evidence suggesting Plaskett coordinated her line of questioning with Epstein in real-time via text message. Consequently, the bill removes Delegate Plaskett from the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and directs an ethics investigation into her conduct.

The Fairness to Kids with Cancer Act of 2025 mandates that a specific, population-based percentage of total Federal cancer research funds must be dedicated to pediatric cancer research each fiscal year starting in 2026. This required percentage will be calculated annually based on the ratio of the U.S. population under age 18 to the total U.S. population. This ensures federal research funding reflects the proportion of children affected by cancer.

This resolution officially recognizes and supports the goals of National Rural Health Day to honor the vital role of rural communities and their healthcare providers. It acknowledges the unique challenges faced by rural residents, such as limited access to care and hospital closures. The bill expresses a commitment to advancing policies that improve the accessibility and affordability of healthcare in rural America.

The No Payola Act repeals existing Senate notification requirements concerning legal processes related to the disclosure of Senate data. Furthermore, it mandates that any Senator who received funds through a private right of action under the repealed law must return those awarded funds to the Treasury.

This bill reauthorizes the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program under the Public Health Service Act. It extends the program's authorized funding period for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

This resolution seeks to formally censure Representative Cory Mills based on allegations including domestic violence, threats against a former partner, potential financial disclosure violations, and significant disputes regarding his military service award. The censure action includes a formal reprimand on the House floor and removal from the Committee on Armed Services.

The Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025 mandates an interagency review to accelerate progress against lung cancer, focusing specifically on women and underserved populations. This review will evaluate current research, identify knowledge gaps, and propose strategies to improve access to preventive services and launch targeted public awareness campaigns. The goal is to enhance research collaboration and develop a national strategy for early detection.

The Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2025 aims to increase financial support for veterans. This legislation mandates a supplemental monthly allowance for veterans receiving Aid and Attendance benefits and adjusts Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) rates based on Social Security increases. Additionally, it modifies the collection of fees for VA-guaranteed housing loans under specific conditions until September 30, 2035.

This bill formally establishes the appointments of specific members to various standing committees within the House of Representatives. It confirms the placement of Mr. Conaway, Mrs. Grijalva, and Mr. Walkinshaw onto committees such as Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Homeland Security, and Natural Resources.

The VA Care and Benefits Accountability Act ensures that existing collective bargaining agreements within the Department of Veterans Affairs remain in effect until their specified end dates. Furthermore, this bill nullifies Executive Orders 14251 and 14343, preventing their enforcement or implementation within the VA. This action solidifies current labor agreements for VA employees.

This bill formally elects Mr. Fong to serve as a member of the House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security.