Legislation

This resolution formally directs the Secretary of State to report on the human rights practices of the Republic of South Sudan within 30 days. The required report must detail credible information regarding abuses, particularly concerning non-citizens removed by the U.S. government. It also mandates an accounting of U.S. actions taken to promote human rights or discourage violations in South Sudan. Finally, the report must assess the risks associated with U.S. security assistance and detail pre-removal assessments conducted for removed individuals.

This resolution authorizes the printing of the updated Senate Manual for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress. The Committee on Rules and Administration is responsible for preparing the revised edition containing the Senate's current rules and procedures. Additionally, the resolution mandates the printing of 1,200 extra bound copies for the Senate's use.

This resolution officially designates July 30, 2025, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day." It honors individuals who report waste, fraud, and abuse, recognizing their vital role in government accountability. Furthermore, the bill directs federal agencies to use this day to educate employees and the public about whistleblower rights and acknowledge the importance of their service.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent rule issued by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The rejected rule mandated an editorial change to officially rename the "Gulf of Mexico" as the "Gulf of America." By disapproving the rule under the Congressional Review Act, Congress prevents this specific administrative change from taking effect.

This bill, the Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929, updates the eligibility requirements for a specific immigration registry status. It replaces outdated entry date requirements with a new standard requiring applicants to have resided in the United States for at least seven years prior to applying. These changes aim to modernize the criteria for long-term residents seeking this status.

This resolution formally honors the life and dedicated service of fallen Kansas Deputy Elijah Ming. It expresses the deepest condolences of the Senate to his family and loved ones. The measure further calls upon all levels of government to support the family following his tragic sacrifice in the line of duty.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 505 East 9th Avenue in Amarillo, Texas. The building will now be known as the "Mayor Jerry H. Hodge Post Office Building." This change requires updating all official government records to reflect the new designation.

The AI Impersonation Prevention Act of 2025 prohibits the knowing use of artificial intelligence to impersonate a federal official in a way that creates materially false or misleading content. This makes it illegal to generate deepfake audio, video, or text mimicking a government employee without clearly disclosing that the content is not authentic. Exceptions exist for satire and parody, provided the artificial nature of the content is explicitly clear.

The College Transparency Act establishes a secure, new Postsecondary Student Data System to track student enrollment, completion, and post-college outcomes across higher education institutions. This system aims to increase transparency for students and families by providing clear data on costs and success rates, while minimizing duplicate reporting burdens for schools. The collected data will be used for secure research and public reporting of aggregate statistics, strictly prohibiting the sale of data or its use for federal college rankings.

This joint resolution officially terminates the national emergency concerning energy that was declared on January 20, 2025. By enacting this measure, all special authorities and regulations implemented under the National Emergencies Act due to the energy crisis are immediately canceled.

The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2025 establishes a new, refundable tax credit for eligible first-time homebuyers, equal to 10% of the purchase price, up to a $15,000 maximum. This credit is subject to income and price phase-outs based on local area median figures. Claimants must meet specific age and residency requirements, and may be subject to a recapture provision if the home is sold within four years.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rule regarding an update to the user fee for an Estate Tax Closing Letter. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this measure nullifies the proposed fee increase. Consequently, the IRS is prevented from implementing the new fee for this specific service.

This bill makes minor, technical corrections to the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. The primary changes involve renumbering and updating existing definitions within the Act to ensure internal consistency. These are housekeeping adjustments designed to clean up the existing law without altering its substance.

The College Transparency Act establishes a secure, new national system for tracking student data from postsecondary institutions to improve transparency regarding enrollment, completion, costs, and post-college outcomes. This system will collect detailed, student-level data, securely matched with other federal records, to create public, aggregate reports for comparison. The law mandates strict privacy and security standards while aiming to reduce overall reporting burdens for colleges.

This Act, the District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act, amends existing law to require that the Commanding General of the District of Columbia National Guard must reside within the District of Columbia. This new residency requirement will take effect one year after the law is enacted.

The Supplemental Security Income Equality Act extends full Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to residents of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa. This legislation removes previous payment limitations and updates federal law to explicitly include these territories in the definition of "state" for SSI purposes. The Act ensures that nationals are treated the same as citizens and grants the Commissioner flexibility to tailor program requirements to the needs of these territories. These changes will take effect on the first day of the fiscal year beginning one year after enactment.

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025 aims to modernize the bankruptcy system by increasing the compensation for Chapter 7 trustees to a level reflecting current economic realities. The bill also adjusts various bankruptcy fees to ensure the U.S. Trustee System remains fully funded without taxpayer assistance. Finally, it extends the terms of certain temporary bankruptcy judge offices to ensure continued judicial capacity.

This resolution commemorates the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop by officially designating specific dates to honor its cultural impact. It recognizes August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day," August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month," and November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month." The bill celebrates hip hop's origins in the Bronx and its evolution into a globally influential, multi-billion dollar American art form.

This bill mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas, within one year of enactment. The Secretary must first notify the next of kin regarding the planned removal. Upon notification, the remains will be released to the next of kin or the VA will arrange final disposition if the family does not respond.

This resolution officially recognizes July 28, 2025, as "World Hepatitis Day" to bring urgent attention to the deadly threat of viral hepatitis B and C in the United States. It highlights the high rates of undiagnosed infections and disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities. The bill urges increased public education, vaccination efforts for adults, and improved access to curative treatments for hepatitis C. Ultimately, it supports national goals to eliminate viral hepatitis through coordinated public health action.