Legislation

The Anti-Rigging Act of 2025 asserts Congress's constitutional authority to regulate the process by which states redraw congressional districts following the decennial census. This law generally prohibits states from making mid-cycle changes to their congressional maps after the initial post-apportionment redistricting. Any required changes before the next census can only occur if mandated by a court ruling concerning constitutional or Voting Rights Act violations. This legislation specifically does not affect the administration of state or local elections.

The Don't Feed the Bears Act of 2025 prohibits the intentional feeding of bears, including for hunting bait, on federal public lands managed by the National Park Service and Wildlife Refuges. This Act mandates that the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture develop and enforce new regulations to stop bear baiting on Bureau of Land Management and National Forest System lands within one year. The goal is to prevent bears from losing their natural fear of humans, which causes property damage and dangerous encounters. Exceptions are allowed only for bear welfare, public safety, or authorized research.

The Restoring the Armed Career Criminal Act amends the existing law to stiffen penalties for individuals convicted of firearm offenses who have three or more prior serious felony convictions. This bill establishes a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years for these repeat offenders, with no possibility of probation or suspended sentences for the current offense. It also clarifies the definition of a "serious felony" as one where the maximum possible sentence was at least 10 years. These changes only apply to crimes committed after the law is enacted.

The Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends critical funding for both Type 1 Diabetes research programs and diabetes programs serving Native Americans. This legislation secures specific annual appropriations of \$160 million for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, along with a transition allocation in late 2027. The bill ensures continued financial support for these vital public health initiatives through the end of 2027.

The VISIBLE Act mandates that federal immigration officers (CBP and ICE) clearly display their agency and name/badge number on their outermost clothing during all public-facing enforcement activities. This law aims to increase transparency and public trust by ensuring officers are easily identifiable from a distance. The Department of Homeland Security must report annually to Congress on compliance rates and disciplinary actions taken for violations. Furthermore, the DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties will investigate public complaints regarding these new identification standards.

The Uterine Cancer Study Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive federal study to investigate the potential link between the use of chemical hair straighteners and the risk of developing uterine cancer. This research must specifically examine disparities in cancer rates among women of color. The study will ultimately recommend whether the FDA should require additional safety testing for these hair products.

The Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act mandates the Department of Labor to establish comprehensive, ongoing training for its personnel on identifying and referring potential human trafficking cases. This training must cover detection methods, identification techniques, and proper referral processes that prioritize victim protection. Furthermore, the Secretary of Labor is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the training provided and the human trafficking referrals made to the Department of Justice.

The National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2025 establishes a new two-year pilot program to fund and evaluate state-based nursing workforce centers through competitive grants. These centers will focus on critical statewide activities like data analysis, studying nursing education capacity, and developing strategies to recruit and retain nurses. The bill also expands existing health workforce analysis grants to ensure dedicated funding and technical assistance for nursing-focused research and evaluation.

The American Homeowner Crypto Modernization Act of 2025 mandates that federal housing agencies update their mortgage underwriting guidelines to require lenders to consider a borrower's cryptocurrency holdings. This ensures that digital assets held in brokerage accounts are factored into the mortgage credit evaluation process. The goal is to modernize lending standards to reflect current asset ownership for homeowners seeking mortgages through HUD, VA, USDA, and FHFA-backed programs.

The Wildfire Resilient Communities Act allocates \$30 billion for federal hazardous fuels reduction projects and adds \$3 billion to community wildfire defense grants. It also reauthorizes and updates the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program to enhance landscape resilience and collaboration. Finally, the bill establishes the County Stewardship Fund to return a portion of forest product revenue directly to counties for governmental use.

This resolution condemns the widespread persecution and discrimination faced by Christians in numerous Muslim-majority countries, citing specific examples of violence and severe restrictions. It strongly encourages the President to make the protection of these persecuted Christian communities a central priority in all United States foreign policy. The bill urges the use of diplomatic tools to advocate for religious freedom for Christians globally.

The Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 seeks to increase oversight of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) by changing how its Director is selected. This bill mandates that the Director of the BOP must now be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, similar to other high-ranking DOJ officials. Furthermore, the legislation establishes a fixed 10-year term for the Director, limiting service to a single term. These changes aim to bring greater accountability to the leadership of the large federal prison system.

The Cool Corridors Act of 2025 aims to combat extreme heat and improve transportation safety by funding the installation of green infrastructure, like trees, along walking, biking, and transit routes. This legislation reauthorizes and updates the Healthy Streets program to prioritize these cooling projects in the most vulnerable and underserved communities. The Act defines "cool corridors" and establishes clear criteria for demonstration projects focused on heat mitigation and long-term maintenance.

The Clear Skies Act establishes a strict prohibition on knowingly engaging in weather modification activities that involve interstate commerce, imposing severe criminal and civil penalties for violations. This legislation also mandates the creation of a public reporting and investigation system managed by the EPA for suspected breaches. Furthermore, the Act repeals all existing federal laws, rules, and orders that previously authorized or regulated weather modification efforts.

The Abraham Accords Defense Against Terror Act expedites security assistance and defense sales to Middle Eastern and North African countries that have normalized relations with Israel and cooperate against Iranian threats. This process requires a shortened 15-day congressional notification period from the President for approved transfers. Furthermore, the State Department must submit regular, public reports detailing the security strategy, threat assessments, and progress in countering Iranian proxies. Crucially, the Act ensures that these provisions do not undermine Israel's qualitative military edge.

The UNITY Act aims to improve federal disaster response and workforce stability in geographically isolated, noncontiguous communities. It mandates studies by FEMA on retaining staff in these remote areas and by the GAO on improving disaster recovery coordination compared to mainland areas. Additionally, the bill establishes a pilot program for FEMA to test new technologies for preliminary damage assessments in these hard-to-reach locations.

The Congressional Oversight Access Act prohibits federal employees from using physical force or detaining a Member of Congress who is conducting official oversight activities on federally controlled property. This protection applies when the Member identifies themselves and is not posing a clear and immediate physical danger. The Act ensures Congress can monitor federal operations while still respecting necessary security screenings.

The Clarity for Opioid-Use Reduction and Expenditures Act (CURE Act) aims to improve oversight of federal opioid use disorder grants. It mandates that states adopt a standardized quarterly reporting system detailing how grant funds are spent and which entities received the money. This ensures Congress receives clearer, more comprehensive reports on the impact and allocation of these critical resources.

The AV Safety Data Act mandates that manufacturers and operators of autonomous and advanced driver-assistance vehicles submit detailed monthly reports to NHTSA regarding vehicle mileage, unplanned stops, and accidents. This new legislation requires NHTSA to make this collected data publicly accessible online in a machine-readable format within 120 days of enactment. The goal is to increase transparency and allow for public analysis of safety performance for these advanced vehicle systems.

The Farmers Feeding America Act mandates that food purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits must generally be an American food product, defined as being grown and processed domestically with at least 51% U.S. ingredients. This legislation requires SNAP-authorized retailers to make a good-faith effort to stock these domestic items. Exemptions for imported food are allowed only if domestic supply is insufficient or if the requirement places an unfair burden on recipient households. The Secretary of Agriculture will oversee implementation, retailer compliance, and conduct annual reviews of the program's effectiveness.