Legislation

The **WHO is Accountable Act** prohibits federal funding of the World Health Organization (WHO) until the Secretary of State certifies that the organization has implemented significant reforms. These requirements include ensuring independence from the Chinese Communist Party, increasing transparency, granting Taiwan observer status, and depoliticizing its health directives. The bill aims to hold the WHO accountable by conditioning U.S. financial support on the fulfillment of these specific governance and policy standards.

The Let's Get to Work Act of 2025 updates SNAP work requirements by adjusting age-based exemptions and time limits for certain recipients. Additionally, the bill extends these work requirements to able-bodied adults living in public housing or receiving tenant-based rental assistance.

The Justice for Jocelyn Act mandates stricter detention requirements for noncitizens by limiting the use of Alternatives to Detention programs to only when capacity is exhausted. It requires continuous GPS monitoring and nightly curfews for all individuals on the nondetained immigration docket. Additionally, the bill mandates the immediate removal of any individual who violates their release conditions.

This resolution designates February 2025 as "Career and Technical Education Month" to recognize the vital role of CTE in preparing students for high-demand, skilled careers. It highlights the importance of workforce training in meeting modern economic needs and encourages educators, parents, and administrators to promote CTE as a valuable and respected educational pathway.

The Motorist Tax Abuse Act prohibits the Secretary of Transportation from establishing or maintaining congestion pricing for New York City’s Central Business District Tolling Program. This legislation effectively blocks the implementation of cordon pricing fees for vehicles entering designated areas of the city.

This bill repeals the provision of law that grants Members of Congress automatic annual pay adjustments. By eliminating this mechanism, it ensures that future congressional pay increases are no longer applied automatically. These changes are set to take effect upon the convening of the 120th Congress.

The Private Student Loan Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2025 amends the Bankruptcy Code to make it easier for borrowers to discharge private student loans. By narrowing the categories of educational debt exempt from bankruptcy protection, the bill ensures that only loans funded by governmental or nonprofit entities remain nondischargeable. These changes apply to all bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date of the Act's enactment.

The PRINTS Act aims to combat child trafficking at the U.S. border by mandating the fingerprinting of noncitizen children suspected of being trafficking victims. The bill establishes federal criminal penalties for adults who use minors to gain unlawful entry into the country and mandates improved information sharing between federal agencies. Additionally, it requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide increased transparency through annual reports and monthly public data on trafficking-related apprehensions.

The ACCESS Act restricts federal agencies from mandating specific educational degrees for contractor personnel unless they provide a formal written justification proving the requirement is necessary. By encouraging the use of skills-based alternatives to traditional degrees, the bill aims to broaden the talent pool for federal contracts. It also mandates new OMB guidance for agencies and requires a congressional report to ensure compliance.

The Department of Education Protection Act prohibits the Department of Education from using federal funds to reorganize, decentralize, or reduce its staffing and operations. This legislation mandates that the Department must maintain the structure, authority, and functions that were in place as of January 1, 2025.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to redirect federal excise taxes collected on fuel produced in the Virgin Islands and imported into the United States. Instead of entering the U.S. Treasury, these revenues will be transferred directly to the treasury of the Virgin Islands. This change is set to take effect for all applicable fuel shipments entering the U.S. after December 31, 2024.

The HCT/P Modernization Act of 2025 aims to increase transparency and regulatory predictability for human cell and tissue products. The bill mandates that the FDA publish key oversight data, provide stakeholder education, and host public workshops to gather feedback. Ultimately, the legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and submit formal recommendations to Congress for modernizing the current regulatory framework.

The Thin Blue Line Act amends federal law to designate the killing or targeting of law enforcement officers and first responders as an aggravating factor in death penalty cases. This legislation ensures that crimes committed against these public servants while performing their official duties can be considered by a jury when determining sentencing.

The Interstate Commerce Simplification Act of 2025 updates federal law to clarify the definition of "solicitation of orders." By broadening this term to include business activities that serve multiple purposes, the bill aims to streamline regulatory compliance for companies operating across state lines.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Committee on Finance to fund its operations, hire staff, and utilize agency personnel from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It establishes specific spending caps for committee expenses, including limits for outside consultants and professional staff training. Additionally, the bill outlines the administrative procedures for processing committee expenditures and agency contributions.

The Fair Play for Girls Act mandates that the Attorney General submit a comprehensive report to Congress analyzing the challenges facing female athletes in sports. This report will evaluate issues such as fair competition, the impact of biological males in women’s sports, and the prevalence of harassment and abuse against female athletes. Additionally, the legislation requires the development of policy recommendations to better protect and support women and girls in athletics.

The PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act establishes a $25 million grant program within the Department of Veterans Affairs to fund peer-to-peer mental health support for veterans. This initiative provides grants to eligible organizations to hire veteran peer specialists, offer 24/7 nonclinical support, and ensure veteran privacy by prohibiting the collection of personally identifying information.

The Affordable Shipping for All Act prohibits shipping services from charging higher rates or refusing delivery to Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories compared to the contiguous United States. This legislation ensures equitable shipping access for noncontiguous areas, excluding high-value items exceeding $10,000.

Goldie’s Act strengthens the Animal Welfare Act by mandating more rigorous USDA inspections and requiring the prompt confiscation of animals suffering from neglect. The bill increases financial penalties for violators, ensures the immediate sharing of violation records with local law enforcement, and establishes stricter oversight to prevent future animal abuse.

The Healthcare Freedom and Choice Act nullifies a recent federal rule that restricted the availability of short-term, limited-duration insurance plans. By overturning this regulation, the bill ensures that these alternative health insurance options remain accessible to consumers, regardless of their compliance with Affordable Care Act mandates.