Legislation

This bill establishes a formal U.S. policy to exclude the Russian Federation from the Group of Seven (G7) and opposes the reconstitution of the G8. It prohibits the use of federal funds to support or facilitate Russia’s participation in any G7 proceedings or the re-establishment of a G8 that includes Russia.

The Quality Loss Adjustment Improvement for Farmers Act mandates periodic, stakeholder-informed reviews of federal crop insurance quality loss procedures to ensure they remain accurate and effective. Additionally, the bill requires the establishment of regional discount factors for soybeans to better reflect market realities during disasters or salvage conditions. These measures aim to improve the responsiveness and fairness of crop insurance protections for farmers.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to permanently set the number of U.S. Supreme Court justices at nine. If ratified by three-fourths of the states within seven years, this amendment would constitutionally mandate the current size of the Court.

The Territorial Tax Parity and Clarification Act updates federal tax sourcing rules regarding the sale of personal property within U.S. possessions. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, this legislation aims to provide greater clarity and consistency in how these gains are treated for tax purposes.

The Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 strengthens wildfire management by improving federal preparedness, transparency, and response coordination. The legislation enhances detection and suppression capabilities through advanced technology and expanded tribal access to firefighting resources. Additionally, it establishes dedicated programs and funding to accelerate long-term post-fire recovery and ecosystem restoration for impacted communities.

The Improving Federal Financial Management Act strengthens federal oversight by expanding the responsibilities of agency Chief Financial Officers and mandating more rigorous financial planning and reporting. The bill updates governmentwide financial management cycles, requires annual internal control assessments by agency heads, and enhances audit requirements to ensure greater transparency and accountability.

This resolution formally declares racism a public health crisis in the United States, acknowledging it as a systemic driver of profound health inequities and disparities. It commits to a nationwide strategy to dismantle discriminatory policies, address the social determinants of health, and ensure equitable outcomes for all racial and ethnic minority groups.

The SALT Deductibility Act aims to provide tax relief by repealing the current $10,000 federal cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions. This legislation would allow taxpayers to fully deduct their state and local tax payments from their federal income taxes starting in the 2025 tax year.

This bill mandates that the President designate Ansarallah (the Houthi movement) as a foreign terrorist organization. It further requires an official determination regarding the status of three key Houthi leaders as affiliates of the group to facilitate the imposition of targeted sanctions.

The Telework Reform Act of 2025 updates federal policies for telework and remote work by establishing stricter oversight, annual agreement reviews, and standardized reporting requirements for executive agencies. The bill mandates improved training for managers, enhances cybersecurity guidelines, and requires agencies to submit comprehensive reports on productivity and in-person attendance. Additionally, it creates new noncompetitive hiring authorities for remote positions to support veterans, military spouses, and the spouses of law enforcement officers.

The Native American Health Savings Improvement Act ensures that individuals receiving care through the Indian Health Service or tribal organizations remain eligible to open and contribute to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). By clarifying that these services do not count as disqualifying health coverage, the bill expands access to tax-advantaged savings for Native Americans.

The Seventh Amendment Restoration Act empowers individuals facing administrative agency hearings to transfer their cases to federal district court. By allowing respondents to move these proceedings before a federal judge, the bill aims to ensure the right to a jury trial and provide greater judicial oversight of agency actions.

The Drought Assistance Improvement Act expands federal support for agricultural producers facing extreme weather conditions. It lowers the drought duration threshold for livestock forage payments and increases assistance for prolonged drought events. Additionally, the bill broadens emergency coverage to include crawfish producers and establishes new documentation standards for farm-raised fish losses.

The Second Amendment Guarantee Act (SAGA Act) prohibits state and local governments from imposing firearm regulations, taxes, or licensing requirements on rifles and shotguns that are stricter than federal law. Any existing or future local ordinances that exceed these federal standards would be rendered null and void. Additionally, the bill allows individuals to recover attorney’s fees if they successfully challenge non-compliant state or local regulations in court.

The Safeguarding the Transparency and Efficiency of Payments (STEP) Act enhances federal financial accountability by strengthening the oversight, reporting, and fraud-prevention requirements for government programs. The bill mandates rigorous risk assessments for new programs, requires statistically valid improper payment estimates, and enforces CFO certification of financial controls. These measures aim to improve transparency and reduce waste across executive agencies without requiring additional federal funding.

The "No Budget, No Pay Act" mandates that Congress must pass a budget and all regular appropriations bills by October 1 of each fiscal year. If these deadlines are not met, the Act prohibits the payment of salaries to Members of Congress for the duration of the delay. Furthermore, it ensures that any withheld pay cannot be recovered retroactively once the budget is eventually passed.

This resolution honors the memory of the 67 victims who lost their lives in the tragic mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army helicopter on January 29, 2025. It extends heartfelt condolences to the grieving families and expresses profound gratitude to the numerous first responder organizations that provided dedicated rescue and recovery efforts.

The Defending American Sovereignty in Global Pandemics Act prohibits the U.S. from joining any World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic-related agreement unless it is ratified by the Senate as a formal treaty. Furthermore, the bill mandates a suspension of all U.S. funding to the WHO if such an agreement is enacted without Senate approval.

The Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act (EMPSA) ensures that adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities can marry without losing their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The bill mandates that an eligible individual’s benefits be calculated based solely on their own income and resources, effectively excluding a spouse’s financial status from eligibility determinations. This change allows recipients to receive the full individual benefit rate regardless of their marital status.

The Historic Roadways Protection Act prohibits the Secretary of the Interior from using federal funds to finalize or implement specific travel management plans in Utah. This funding restriction will remain in effect until all pending R.S. 2477 right-of-way lawsuits involving the state have been fully adjudicated.