Legislation

The Expel Illegal Chinese Police Act of 2025 mandates sanctions, including property blocking and visa bans, against Chinese law enforcement entities and individuals involved in covert operations within the United States. The bill aims to dismantle unauthorized Chinese police presence and prevent the intimidation of individuals on U.S. soil. It also restricts federal agencies from participating in foreign-led investigations targeting those subject to these sanctions.

The Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit Title X federal funding for entities that perform abortions, with specific exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or life-endangerment. The bill also establishes new annual reporting requirements for the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding the distribution of these grants and the performance of permitted abortions.

This bill amends the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from implementing or maintaining any federal value pricing programs that utilize congestion or cordon pricing.

This bill officially designates the peak currently known as Frenchman Mountain in Nevada as "Maude Frazier Mountain." Following this enactment, all official federal documents, maps, and records will reflect this new name.

The Fire Department Repayment Act of 2025 mandates that federal agencies establish standardized, timely payment procedures for fire suppression cost-share agreements. This legislation ensures that local fire departments are reimbursed promptly for their services by requiring federal agencies to align all existing and future agreements with these new, consistent timelines.

The Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025 increases the maximum prison sentence from one to three years for individuals who fraudulently claim to have received military medals, decorations, or combat badges. Additionally, the bill mandates a federal study to identify and address instances where such fraudulent claims have been used to illegally obtain government or veteran benefits.

The Anti-Congestion Tax Act seeks to mitigate the financial impact of New York’s congestion pricing by requiring the MTA to provide toll credits for vehicles that have already paid to use major crossings like the Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge. Additionally, the bill establishes a federal tax credit for taxpayers to offset the costs of these congestion tolls. These measures aim to prevent double-taxation for commuters entering Manhattan’s congestion tolling zone.

The REVOCAR Act of 2025 prohibits United States persons and entities from investing in or conducting business with Venezuela’s energy sector to pressure the Maduro regime to respect the results of the 2024 presidential election. These sanctions remain in effect until the legitimate democratic transition occurs or until December 31, 2027. The bill includes provisions for strict enforcement and limited national security waivers.

The **Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act** requires district attorneys in larger jurisdictions who receive federal Byrne grant funding to submit annual reports on their prosecution and plea agreement data for serious offenses. This legislation mandates that the Attorney General establish uniform reporting standards and publish this data publicly to increase transparency regarding prosecutorial decisions.

The Territorial Tax Parity Act of 2025 amends the Internal Revenue Code to adjust how income from U.S. possessions is taxed. It prevents residents of these territories from excluding income from U.S. taxation if it is attributable to a fixed place of business within the United States. These updates to sourcing rules are set to take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The Make Marriage Great Again Act of 2025 aims to eliminate the federal income tax "marriage penalty" by doubling the tax bracket thresholds for married couples filing jointly. By aligning these brackets with those of single filers, the bill ensures that married couples are not taxed more heavily than two unmarried individuals with the same combined income.

The Import Security and Fairness Act restricts duty-free access for low-value imports from countries identified as nonmarket economies with significant intellectual property concerns. The bill also establishes stricter documentation and reporting requirements for all duty-free shipments and enhances U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s authority to detain and process suspicious merchandise.

The Justice for Jocelyn Act mandates stricter detention requirements for non-citizens by limiting the use of Alternatives to Detention (ATD) programs to situations where no other detention capacity exists. The bill requires continuous GPS monitoring and nightly curfews for all individuals on the ICE non-detained docket throughout their immigration proceedings. Additionally, it establishes that any violation of release conditions will result in an automatic order of removal in absentia.

The PPP Shell Company Discovery Act mandates the creation of a comprehensive master list of all forgiven Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan recipients to assist in fraud detection. The bill directs the IRS to cross-reference this data with tax records to identify suspicious entities, such as those with no reported payroll or disproportionately high loan amounts. These findings will be shared with the Department of Justice and the Treasury to facilitate criminal investigations into potential PPP abuse.

The Border Safety and Security Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to suspend the entry of inadmissible aliens at U.S. borders to maintain operational control. It mandates a suspension of entry whenever the government lacks the capacity to properly detain or monitor these individuals. Additionally, the bill empowers state attorneys general to sue the federal government to enforce these border security requirements.

The "Fast Lane for Youths Act" (FLY Act) directs the FAA and TSA to create a streamlined system allowing parents, guardians, and caregivers to accompany minors or passengers needing assistance directly to their departure gates. This initiative aims to simplify airport access for those supporting travelers who require extra help.

This bill authorizes the creation of one additional district judgeship for the District of Idaho. The new position will be filled by presidential appointment with the advice and consent of the Senate, and the official federal judicial table will be updated to reflect this change.

The Legal Workforce Act mandates that all U.S. employers use a new, electronic verification system to confirm the work eligibility of every new hire. This legislation replaces the existing E-Verify program with a phased-in, mandatory process that requires employers to verify both identity and work authorization for all employees. Additionally, the bill increases penalties for hiring unauthorized workers, establishes new fraud prevention measures, and preempts state laws to create a uniform national employment verification policy.

The CHILD Act of 2025 aims to lower childcare costs by doubling the maximum pre-tax contribution limits for dependent care flexible spending accounts to $10,000 for most filers. Additionally, the bill mandates annual inflation adjustments to these limits to ensure they keep pace with rising costs. These changes take effect starting with the 2025 tax year.

The Preventing Our Next Natural Disaster Act strengthens federal disaster mitigation efforts by prioritizing funding and technical support for vulnerable, high-risk, and underserved communities. The bill increases resources for pre-disaster infrastructure projects, mandates the integration of climate change projections into risk assessments, and establishes a centralized database to improve transparency and data-driven decision-making.