Legislation

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent rule issued by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) titled "Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness: Gulf of America." By utilizing the Congressional Review Act process, this resolution ensures that the specific BOEM rule will be nullified and have no legal effect. Essentially, Congress is vetoing this particular administrative action.

The Stand Strong for Medicare Act expands Medicare coverage to include essential fall prevention items such as grab bars and shower chairs. This legislation removes the requirement for a physician's order for these specific safety devices to be covered. Furthermore, payments for these newly covered items are protected from budget sequestration cuts.

The Enhancing Transparency from Airlines Act of 2025 (ETA Act) codifies existing Department of Transportation rules regarding refunds and fee transparency. Crucially, it mandates new regulations requiring airlines to compensate passengers for significant delays. Domestic passengers delayed three or more hours, or international passengers delayed six or more hours, will be eligible for mandatory compensation ranging from $\$200$ to $\$500$.

The Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act aims to accelerate geothermal energy development on federal lands. It streamlines environmental reviews for specific, small-scale geothermal exploration projects by exempting them from standard "major Federal action" requirements under NEPA. Furthermore, the bill mandates the designation of "geothermal leasing priority areas" and establishes specific environmental review protocols to expedite leasing decisions in those zones.

The Flight Refund Fairness Act establishes clear, strict deadlines for ticket agents to issue refunds to consumers after a flight cancellation or significant delay. Specifically, ticket agents must now return the refund money to the customer within seven days of receiving the funds from the airline. This legislation replaces vague "promptly" requirements with a concrete timeline to ensure passengers receive their money back faster.

The NFIP Extension Act of 2026 officially extends the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This legislation ensures the NFIP continues to operate by pushing its expiration date from September 30, 2023, to September 30, 2026. The bill also includes a provision to ensure this extension takes effect even if enacted after September 30, 2025.

The Patient Access to Autoimmune Treatments (PAAT) Act mandates that Medicare Part D prescription drug plans must cover all specified drugs for autoimmune diseases, hemophilia, and Von Willebrand disease starting in 2027. Furthermore, the bill limits the requirement for prior authorization for these specific treatments to no more than once every 12 months. This aims to improve patient access and reduce administrative hurdles for individuals managing these chronic conditions.

The Uniform Standards Protection Act of 2025 prohibits states from enforcing any law that dictates the uniform requirements for federal law enforcement officers operating within their jurisdiction. This legislation ensures that federal agents are exempt from state-level dress codes, regardless of existing state regulations. Furthermore, the Act mandates the dismissal of any pending legal actions against federal officers based on prior violations of these now-preempted state uniform rules.

This Act officially establishes the Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025 to honor the life and groundbreaking civil rights achievements of the late legal pioneer. The bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to her family in recognition of her service, including her role in *Brown v. Board of Education*. Furthermore, it permits the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to cover production costs.

The Child Care Modernization Act of 2025 aims to significantly update federal child care funding by increasing state flexibility, broadening eligibility for assistance, and strengthening workforce support. The bill mandates that states develop plans ensuring child care payment rates cover actual costs, determined by new cost estimation models. Furthermore, it establishes new grant programs to fund the startup, expansion, and physical improvement of child care facilities.

The District of Columbia Judicial Nominations Reform Act eliminates the existing Judicial Nomination Commission responsible for recommending judicial candidates. This act grants the President of the United States the authority to directly nominate candidates for D.C. judicial positions, including chief judges. Consequently, the process for filling judicial vacancies in the District of Columbia is fundamentally changed.

The Learn and Serve America Reinvestment Act provides a significant, dedicated annual funding increase of $40 million to the Learn and Serve America program starting in fiscal year 2026. This legislation also expands eligibility to include local educational agencies and grants State Educational Agencies more flexibility in designating program operators. Furthermore, it restructures how funds are distributed starting in 2026, including setting aside funds for Native American education and requiring competitive grants to states, territories, and tribes.

The Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act of 2025 establishes emergency financial assistance for private forest owners and timber service businesses impacted by pine beetle outbreaks. This aid includes cost-share payments to cover restoration efforts and new emergency loan options specifically for nonindustrial private forest landowners. The bill also provides supplemental grants to state, Tribal, and local governments to aid in their response and recovery from these infestations.

The FASTER Act establishes a FEMA grant program to fund fire departments in creating home safety and fall prevention initiatives for older adults. These grants will help departments conduct home safety assessments, install safety modifications like grab bars, and provide related community paramedicine services. The goal is to reduce the high rate of debilitating and costly falls among seniors through proactive community intervention.

The Equal Detention Standards Act of 2025 mandates that all federally contracted immigration detention facilities must adhere to the U.S. Marshal Service's Federal Performance Based Detention Standards. This ensures that private and local entities operating these centers comply with the same federal standards used for government-run facilities. This requirement applies to all new and renewed detention contracts signed after the bill's enactment.

The Equal Campus Access Act of 2025 ensures that public colleges and universities receiving federal funding must grant religious student groups the same rights, benefits, and privileges afforded to all other student organizations. This legislation prohibits discrimination against religious groups based on their beliefs, speech, leadership, or standards of conduct. Essentially, it mandates equal access to campus resources for all student organizations.

The Immersive Technology for the American Workforce Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program managed by the Secretary of Labor to fund career pathway programs utilizing immersive technologies like virtual and augmented reality. These grants aim to equip workers with in-demand job skills, prioritizing partnerships with employers and serving individuals facing employment barriers. The legislation authorizes $50 million annually for ten years to support the creation and implementation of these innovative training services.

The Eliminate Shutdowns Act establishes an automatic, 14-day continuing appropriation mechanism to keep federal programs operational if Congress fails to pass a new budget by the start of the fiscal year. This funding continues to renew every 14 days until a full appropriation is enacted, ensuring essential services remain active. The Act also includes specific budgetary rules for counting this funding and sets an effective date of September 30, 2025.

The Truth in Gender Act of 2025 mandates that all federal agencies define and use "sex" strictly according to biological classification (male or female) in laws, documents, and records. This legislation requires the removal of language promoting "gender ideology" from federal policies and prohibits asking for gender identity on official forms. Furthermore, it directs federal entities to ensure privacy and housing in intimate spaces, such as prisons and shelters, are based on biological sex. The Act also prioritizes the enforcement of rights related to sex-based distinctions and single-sex spaces.

This bill, the Special Diabetes Program for Indians Reauthorization Act of 2025, ensures continued funding for critical diabetes programs serving Native American communities. It extends the authorization for the Special Diabetes Program for Indians through fiscal year 2030. The legislation secures an annual appropriation of \$160 million for these essential services through that period.