Legislation

The Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act aims to enhance child safety by imposing new knowledge requirements for parental consent regarding juvenile handgun possession. It establishes federal standards for secure firearm storage, making unsecured firearms illegal unless immediately accessible, and creates civil penalties for violations. Furthermore, the bill establishes a grant program to fund safe storage education in school districts located in states with compatible storage laws.

The Small Bank Holding Company Relief Act mandates the Federal Reserve to raise the asset threshold for qualifying as a "small" bank holding company to \$25 billion. This change will allow larger institutions, up to that new limit, to benefit from regulatory policy treatment previously reserved for smaller entities.

The Securities Research Modernization Act updates definitions within the Securities Act of 1933 to broaden the scope of applicable provisions. Specifically, it replaces references to "emerging growth company" with the more general term "issuer" in key sections. This change aims to modernize and streamline regulatory language concerning securities offerings.

The Systemic Risk Authority Transparency Act mandates increased congressional oversight following the use of a systemic risk exception during a major bank failure. This requires both the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the responsible federal banking agency to submit detailed reports analyzing the determination, the bank's failure, and regulatory oversight. The goal is to enhance transparency regarding decisions that protect the broader financial system from collapse.

The Undetectable Firearms Modernization Act updates federal law regarding the manufacture and possession of firearms that are difficult to detect by security equipment. This bill revises the standards for what constitutes an "undetectable firearm" by changing the required metal detection and X-ray signatures for compliance. It also clarifies definitions for major components and detectable materials, while maintaining prohibitions on these weapons, with specific exemptions for government-owned or contracted firearms.

The ACCESS Act of 2025 aims to support small businesses by significantly raising the offering threshold that requires a review by a public accountant, increasing it from $\$100,000$ to $\$250,000$. This new threshold may be further increased by the SEC up to $\$400,000$ based on recommendations from key advocacy offices. The bill also includes technical updates to correct outdated cross-references within the Securities Act of 1933.

This bill establishes the National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Program, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The program mandates the creation of trained teams in every region dedicated to the rapid detection, control, and eradication of invasive species on and near National Wildlife Refuge lands. These teams will coordinate efforts with neighboring landowners and agencies, focusing on prevention and habitat restoration. Funding is authorized through fiscal year 2030 to support these critical conservation efforts.

The Gun Records Restoration and Preservation Act aims to strengthen efforts against illegal gun trafficking by repealing key provisions of the Tiahrt Amendments. This legislation removes restrictions that mandate the destruction of gun background check records within 24 hours and prevents the ATF from conducting necessary inventory audits. By eliminating these limitations, the bill seeks to provide law enforcement and researchers with the data needed to better track firearms and improve public safety policies.

This resolution establishes the process for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on the Senate's amended version of the budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1). It allows the House to immediately take up the bill and vote on agreeing to the Senate's changes after a limited one-hour debate. This procedural measure streamlines the path for the reconciliation bill to move forward.

The Background Check Point of Contact Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to incentivize states to create or maintain a dedicated "point-of-contact" system for firearm transfers. This system requires states to approve or deny all gun sales within ten days via a dedicated hotline connected to national background checks. States receiving funds must meet operational requirements, submit detailed annual performance reports, and undergo annual audits by the FBI.

The Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act officially expands the boundaries of the Miccosukee Reserved Area (MRA) to include Osceola Camp. This legislation also mandates that the Secretary take action, in consultation with the Tribe, to protect buildings within the newly added area from flood damage within two years of enactment.

The GLOBE Act of 2025 establishes a comprehensive U.S. strategy to champion and protect the human rights of LGBTQI people globally through diplomacy, targeted sanctions, and foreign assistance reforms. The bill mandates enhanced reporting on violence and discrimination while creating new interagency roles and funds to support international advocacy and development efforts. Furthermore, it reforms immigration law to better protect LGBTQI asylum seekers and ensures inclusive implementation of U.S. global health programs like PEPFAR.

This bill directs the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to investigate how domestic terrorists and extremists procure firearms and accessories through the U.S. financial system. FinCEN will request relevant transaction data from financial institutions to understand these procurement methods. Based on the findings, FinCEN will either issue an advisory on suspicious activity or report back to Congress on the sufficiency of the collected information.

The AMMO Act modernizes federal oversight of ammunition by requiring federal licenses for all ammunition dealers and mandating background checks through NICS for transfers by licensed sellers to non-licensees. The bill also prohibits straw purchases of ammunition and establishes new federal limits on bulk ammunition sales, requiring recordkeeping and reporting for these transactions. These provisions will take effect 120 days after the date of enactment.

This bill establishes the Financial Agent Mentor-Protégé Program, tasking the Treasury Secretary with creating a system where larger financial institutions can mentor smaller ones. The program aims to help smaller institutions better serve as government financial agents or improve their general operations. The Treasury must conduct outreach and report annually to Congress on the program's participation and activities.

The Initiating Criminal Enforcement Act (ICE Act) establishes new federal penalties for individuals who knowingly interfere with or obstruct U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers during the execution of their duties. This includes actively blocking enforcement actions or intentionally damaging government property used by ICE personnel. Violators of this law could face fines and up to five years in prison.

The Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act of 2025 aims to prevent Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) from quickly transferring their business inventory into personal collections when their license is facing revocation or denial. This bill restricts how dealers can move firearms once the Attorney General initiates action against their license. It ensures that remaining inventory is either transferred to another licensed dealer or subject to specific holding periods after a license officially ends.

The First Responders Emergency Assistance Act establishes a new FEMA grant program to help state, local, and tribal first responder agencies cover direct costs associated with sudden surges of new arrivals in their communities. Funds can be used for personnel, equipment, and other necessary operational expenses related to the response. The law mandates specific oversight, reporting requirements to Congress, and ensures at least 25 percent of the funding goes to entities in border states.

This resolution commemorates the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday by designating July 6, 2025, as a "Day of Compassion." It strongly reaffirms U.S. support for the human rights and distinct cultural and religious identity of the Tibetan people. Furthermore, the resolution rejects any interference by the People's Republic of China in the selection of the next Dalai Lama. It underscores the U.S. commitment to a negotiated solution leading to meaningful autonomy for Tibet.

This resolution demands that federal agencies immediately release all unclassified documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Congress is asserting its constitutional authority to compel transparency regarding Epstein's network, client lists, and internal agency communications. Agencies have 14 days to comply before the House initiates subpoena proceedings to force disclosure.