Legislation

The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 aims to combat sophisticated, cross-jurisdictional organized retail and supply chain theft. It achieves this by strengthening federal laws regarding money laundering and stolen property offenses, including lowering monetary thresholds for prosecution. Furthermore, the bill establishes a dedicated Center within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal, state, and local enforcement efforts against these criminal organizations.

This resolution establishes the House floor schedule for considering five specific legislative items. It sets the debate parameters and limits procedural motions for bills concerning cashless bail disclosure, bail fraud, court monitors, support for law enforcement, and the military construction/VA appropriations bill for FY 2027. The process streamlines consideration for all five measures by waiving most procedural objections.

This resolution designates May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month to recognize the significant contributions of Jewish Americans to the nation. It also addresses the concerning rise in antisemitism across the country. The bill calls on leaders to actively counter hate, educate the public on Jewish heritage, and ensure the safety and dignity of Jewish Americans.

This bill repeals Section 11 of House Resolution 1224, rendering that specific provision void and unenforceable.

This bill establishes the Financial Agent Mentor-Protégé Program, requiring the Secretary of the Treasury to create a system where large financial institutions mentor smaller ones. The program aims to help small financial institutions prepare to serve as government financial agents or enhance their customer service capabilities. The Secretary must also conduct outreach and report annually to Congress on program participation.

The Energy Security Pacts Act establishes a framework for the State Department to create multiyear agreements, or "Energy Security Pacts," with partner countries. These pacts aim to enhance U.S. and partner energy security by diversifying critical mineral and energy supply chains. The Act creates a new Office of Energy Security Pacts and an interagency Council to oversee the negotiation, implementation, and coordination of these international partnerships.

The Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act aims to significantly improve health outcomes for mid-life women by boosting federal research, public awareness, and professional training related to menopause. The bill establishes new programs for research funding, public education campaigns, and specialized training for healthcare providers. It also supports the creation of Centers of Excellence to advance evidence-based care and address disparities in treatment access.

The Farm Disaster Tax Cut Act aims to provide financial relief to farmers and ranchers by excluding crop insurance indemnity payments from federal gross income. This means that money received from crop insurance claims for losses occurring between August 2024 and the end of 2028 will not be subject to federal income tax. The bill creates a temporary tax exclusion to support agricultural producers during disaster periods.

The Criminal History Access Act of 2026 updates federal law regarding the sharing of criminal justice records by the FBI. This legislation expands information exchange to include state sentencing commissions and peace officer standards and training agencies. It also clarifies the definitions for these key entities and sets a deadline for the Attorney General to update related regulations.

The **BACK OFF Act** aims to prevent "birth tourism" by making it grounds for inadmissibility and deportation for non-permanent residents who travel to the U.S. solely to give birth and secure automatic citizenship for their children. The bill establishes severe criminal penalties for facilitating this practice and mandates new medical examinations and expedited removal processes for suspected offenders. It also creates a dedicated Department of Homeland Security task force to investigate and combat birth tourism schemes.

This bill officially recognizes the 175th anniversary of the founding of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, the first secret society for college women. It congratulates the organization on this milestone and acknowledges the significant contributions of its members across various fields. The resolution further recognizes members for their dedication to personal growth, friendship, and community enrichment.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. It highlights the ongoing obesity epidemic in the U.S. and emphasizes the critical role of physical activity and healthy habits in preventing related health issues. The bill encourages education on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

This bill officially designates the week of May 11 through May 17, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week." It recognizes the significant contributions of the more than 700,000 Taiwanese Americans across various fields, including technology and public service. The designation also acknowledges the strong economic and technological partnership between the U.S. and Taiwan.

This bill seeks to disapprove the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection's (CFPB) recent rule that withdrew Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024-03. If enacted, this action would nullify the withdrawal, effectively reinstating the original circular concerning unlawful and unenforceable contract terms.

This resolution celebrates the 75th anniversary of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). It recognizes ACOG's critical role in advancing women's health through excellence in clinical practice, education, advocacy, and research. The bill honors ACOG's dedication to improving maternal health and supporting obstetrician-gynecologists nationwide.

This bill expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a specific rule submitted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau concerning Fair Credit Reporting file disclosure. As a result of this disapproval, the CFPB rule will have no legal force or effect.

This resolution officially supports designating the month of May as "Lyme and Tick-borne Disease Awareness Month." It recognizes the significant and growing threat of Lyme disease across the United States. The bill commits to continuing efforts to raise public awareness and improve the federal response to these illnesses.

This bill prevents the District of Columbia from forcing its courts and administrative tribunals to automatically defer to the Mayor's interpretation of local laws and regulations. It ensures that tribunals have the authority to independently review and interpret statutes and regulations. The legislation also repeals the Review of Agency Action Clarification Amendment Act of 2025, restoring prior legal standards.

The FIGHT Act of 2026 strengthens existing laws to combat animal fighting ventures. This legislation expands prohibited activities to explicitly ban sponsoring, attending, or gambling on these cruel events, including at broadcasts. It also prohibits causing minors under 16 to attend animal fighting.

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran, utilizing the authority granted under the War Powers Resolution. The removal requirement remains in effect unless Congress explicitly authorizes military action. The legislation includes exceptions for self-defense and maintains current intelligence-sharing activities related to Iranian threats.