Legislation

This resolution authorizes a total budget of $11,990,000 to cover the operational expenses and staff salaries of the Committee on the Budget during the 119th Congress. It establishes equal spending caps for the two sessions spanning from January 2025 to January 2027. Additionally, the bill mandates that all expenditures must be processed through authorized vouchers and comply with Committee on House Administration regulations.

This resolution designates February 4, 2025, as "National Cancer Prevention Day" to raise awareness about reducing cancer risks and the importance of early detection. It highlights the urgent need to address the disease's impact on families while supporting the Cancer Moonshot initiative's goal to significantly reduce cancer mortality rates.

This resolution affirms strong support for the U.S. Department of Education and its critical role in funding and protecting public K-12 schools. It emphasizes the importance of federal investment in closing opportunity gaps and ensuring civil rights protections for all students. Furthermore, the bill explicitly condemns any efforts to defund public education, dismantle the Department of Education, or divert public funds to private school vouchers.

This resolution authorizes a total budget of $18,617,085 for the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology to cover operational expenses and staff salaries during the 119th Congress. It establishes specific spending caps for the 2025 and 2026 sessions and mandates that all expenditures adhere to established House administrative regulations and voucher procedures.

This resolution commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Greensboro Four sit-in, honoring the courageous students who launched a pivotal, nonviolent movement against racial segregation in 1960. It recognizes their enduring legacy in the fight for civil rights and encourages states to include this historic milestone in their educational curricula.

This resolution seeks to exercise congressional disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency’s final rule regarding the regulation of Trichloroethylene (TCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act. If passed, the resolution would nullify the rule, rendering it void and without legal force or effect.

This resolution exercises congressional authority to overturn a recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule regarding the E-Rate program. If passed, the resolution would nullify the FCC’s plan to expand E-Rate funding to provide home internet access for students, rendering the rule void and without legal effect.

The Washington, D.C. Admission Act proposes admitting the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth into the Union, while maintaining a reduced federal district to serve as the nation’s capital. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for the transition, including the election of congressional representatives, the transfer of local government authority, and the gradual shift of federal responsibilities to the new state. This legislation aims to grant D.C. residents full voting representation in Congress while ensuring the continued security and operation of the federal seat of government.

The Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2025 imposes a one-year moratorium on federal funding for Planned Parenthood Federation of America, its affiliates, and its clinics unless they certify that they will not perform abortions. The bill redirects these funds to community health centers to ensure continued access to women’s health services. It includes specific exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or life-threatening medical conditions.

The Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act establishes new federal criminal offenses for individuals who intentionally assist in bypassing border security, such as by monitoring law enforcement movements or damaging border infrastructure. Additionally, the bill strengthens penalties for alien smuggling by mandating enhanced sentencing for the use of firearms during these crimes.

The STOP MADURO Act of 2025 authorizes a reward of up to $100 million for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Nicolás Maduro Moros. This reward is to be funded exclusively through the liquidation of assets seized from Maduro and his regime officials under U.S. sanctions.

The SALT Fairness for Working Families Act proposes increasing the federal income tax deduction limit for state and local taxes (SALT) from $10,000 to $15,000. This adjustment is intended to provide tax relief for individuals starting in the 2025 tax year.

The American Science First Act prohibits the National Science Foundation from providing grants or financial assistance to individuals or entities affiliated with Chinese communist military companies. This legislation aims to protect national security by restricting research partnerships and funding for organizations linked to identified military-industrial entities.

The Grant Integrity and Border Security Act requires federal grant applicants to certify that they have not violated, and will not violate, federal laws prohibiting the harboring or transporting of illegal aliens. The bill mandates that agencies withhold grant funding from any recipient found to be in violation of these immigration statutes. Additionally, it establishes a reporting process for the Attorney General to notify the Office of Management and Budget of any individuals or entities investigated for or convicted of such violations.

This bill officially designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic." All future federal references to this facility will reflect this new name.

The Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act prohibits the United States from recognizing or normalizing relations with any Georgian government led by Bidzina Ivanishvili or his proxies due to ongoing corruption and foreign influence. The bill mandates the use of sanctions to counter the regime's alignment with Russia, Iran, and the Chinese Communist Party while officially recognizing the pre-election leadership as the country's legitimate authority. This policy remains in effect until Georgia restores its constitutional order through free and fair, internationally certified elections.

The MANAGER Act requires federal agencies to conduct annual surveys of managers to assess their confidence in disciplinary systems, training, and workplace support. By gathering feedback on management challenges and morale, the bill aims to identify systemic barriers to effective personnel oversight. The Office of Personnel Management is tasked with implementing these survey requirements across all executive agencies.

The Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2025 allows veterans with service-connected disabilities (VA priority groups 1, 2, or 3) to enroll in TRICARE Select or TRICARE for Life as an alternative to VA health care. By choosing TRICARE, these veterans would transition out of the VA patient enrollment system, with the VA reimbursing the Department of Defense for the associated costs. This legislation aims to provide eligible veterans with greater flexibility and expanded access to their health care providers.

The Disaster Reforestation Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to provide tax relief for timber owners whose uncut timber is destroyed by natural disasters, pests, or disease. It allows owners to deduct the appraised value of lost timber—including pre-merchantable stands—provided they commit to reforesting the land within five years. This measure supports active timber businesses by ensuring tax deductions more accurately reflect the economic loss caused by casualty events.

The Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg in recognition of his distinguished leadership as NATO Secretary General. The bill honors his pivotal role in strengthening the Alliance, fostering international unity, and advancing global security. It also provides for the production and sale of bronze duplicates of the medal.