Legislation

The Critical Businesses Preparedness Act establishes a new 30% tax credit for critical businesses, such as hospitals and grocery stores, that install new electric generators in high-risk flood or hurricane areas. This credit is designed to incentivize essential operations to maintain power during major weather events. Taxpayers claiming this credit cannot also deduct the same generator expenses.

The Protecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act establishes a new federal bankruptcy exemption allowing individuals filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 to keep their firearms. Specifically, debtors can now exempt their aggregate interest in a single firearm or collection of firearms up to a total value of \$3,000. This change applies only to bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date the Act is enacted into law.

The College for All Act of 2025 establishes a Federal-State partnership to eliminate tuition and required fees at public and Tribal colleges for eligible students, while significantly increasing Federal Pell Grant maximum awards and expanding eligibility to include many "Dreamer students." The bill also creates new grant programs to cover tuition at private non-profit HBCUs and MSIs, and funds initiatives to improve student success and support for low-income and first-generation students. Finally, it increases overall appropriations for HBCUs, Tribal Colleges, and other Minority-Serving Institutions.

The Parity in Diplomatic Security Investigations Act aims to streamline official recording practices for Diplomatic Security (DS) special agents, aligning them with other federal law enforcement agencies. This bill delegates the authority to pre-approve recordings of official activities from the Secretary of State to the Assistant Secretary or Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Diplomatic Security. This change is intended to remove bureaucratic bottlenecks and enhance accountability in their investigations.

The FORKS Made in America Permanency Act of 2025 makes permanent a previous federal requirement concerning kitchenware. This legislation removes the scheduled expiration date from an existing law, ensuring the mandate for American-made kitchenware remains in effect indefinitely.

The When Minutes Count for Emergency Medical Patients Act establishes a demonstration project to provide supplemental Medicare payments to ambulance services for stocking and using critical life-saving medications and blood products during severe emergencies. The bill also mandates a comprehensive report from MedPAC analyzing Medicare payments for EMS professionals and medical directors, alongside requiring HHS to issue guidance aimed at reducing excessive wait times for EMS crews handing off patients at hospitals. Overall, the legislation seeks to improve emergency care quality and supply chain reliability for essential medical resources.

The Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act of 2025 aims to significantly restrict the involvement of federal agencies in voter registration and mobilization activities. This bill prioritizes the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 over conflicting Executive Orders, particularly limiting partnerships with non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, it imposes new reporting requirements on agencies and prohibits voter registration activities within Federal Work-Study programs.

This resolution immediately schedules a vote in the House of Representatives on H.R. 2550, a bill designed to nullify an Executive Order regarding federal labor-management relations programs. It streamlines the process by waiving standard procedural hurdles and limiting debate time to one hour before a final vote. This action forces immediate consideration and a swift decision on the targeted labor relations order.

The Creating Opportunities to Thrive and Advance (COTA) Act amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to enhance career guidance services. This legislation mandates that states actively promote high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand career paths, particularly those involving skilled trades. Furthermore, it requires increased public awareness campaigns for relevant Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

The DEAL Act of 2025 mandates the Comptroller General to investigate specific large-value settlements or agreements between the Executive Branch and certain law firms occurring between February 1 and April 30, 2025. This report will determine if these arrangements—where legal services were provided concerning Executive Branch priorities—violated existing federal financial rules. The focus is on high-value legal engagements potentially linked to the government easing enforcement actions against those firms.

The Honest Elections and Campaign, No Gain Act mandates that candidates' leftover campaign funds must be spent down within two years after an election, unless the candidate immediately runs again. Remaining funds must be used to pay debts or donated to specific political or charitable organizations. Furthermore, former candidates who become registered lobbyists or foreign agents must certify that their past campaign committees complied with these new disbursement rules. These provisions take effect starting with the general federal elections in November 2026.

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2025 significantly improves the TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) program for military dependents. This legislation eliminates the age restriction for TYA eligibility and removes the separate premium requirement for coverage. These changes aim to provide broader and simpler healthcare access for adult children of service members.

The Fix Our Flooded Basements Act of 2025 significantly expands FEMA disaster assistance for flood-damaged basements, covering mold and moisture damage beyond just habitable areas. It mandates increased personal property aid for basement contents, aligning it with Standard Flood Insurance Policy levels. Furthermore, the bill updates the Group Flood Insurance Policy to offer broader eligibility and comprehensive coverage for real and personal property within basements.

This act, the SBIR/STTR Foreign Interference Safeguard Act, extends the Small Business Administration's security risk assessment program until 2030. It also establishes new safeguards to prevent small businesses majority-owned by certain investment firms from receiving SBIR awards if they are controlled by a "covered foreign entity." The legislation clearly defines what constitutes a "covered foreign entity" and a "foreign entity of concern" for the purpose of these restrictions.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the tax deduction for film and television productions until December 31, 2030. It significantly increases the maximum deductible production cost cap from $\$15$ million to $\$30$ million generally, with higher limits for productions in designated areas. Furthermore, these new dollar amounts will be automatically adjusted for inflation starting in 2027.

The Community College Educational Exchange Act aims to expand international educational opportunities by establishing new programs for foreign scholars to study at U.S. community and vocational colleges. It also creates a capacity-building initiative to help these U.S. institutions develop more study abroad options, particularly in STEM and technical fields. The legislation mandates increased outreach and technical assistance to ensure eligible colleges can successfully participate in federal exchange programs.

The Biochar Research Network Act of 2025 establishes a National Biochar Research Network, managed by the USDA, to study the real-world effectiveness of biochar across various soils and climates. This network will focus on quantifying carbon sequestration, improving crop production, and developing science-backed guidance for sustainable biochar use. The goal is to provide farmers and land managers with the data needed to boost profits while enhancing soil health and climate resilience.

This bill establishes the **Faithful Patriot Campaign Medal** to honor service members and veterans who participated in Operation Faithful Patriot or subsequent operations along the U.S.-Mexico border. The Secretary of Defense is tasked with designing and issuing this new military award. Eligible individuals or their next-of-kin must apply to receive the medal.

The Securing our Border Act reallocates existing federal funds to significantly enhance border security infrastructure, primarily by mandating 100% nonintrusive scanning at all land ports of entry and funding construction of the southwest border wall system. The bill also authorizes new financial incentives, including signing and retention bonuses, for Customs and Border Protection agents. Finally, it mandates stricter processing for individuals arriving from contiguous territories, requiring detention or immediate return while asylum claims are reviewed.

This bill reauthorizes key programs under the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Specifically, it extends funding for state and community safety improvement grants and related education and awareness initiatives through fiscal year 2027. The purpose is to ensure continued support for vital pool and spa safety efforts.