PolicyBrief

Legislation

H.RES. 196
119th CongressMar 5th 2025
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning March 2, 2025, as "School Social Work Week".
IN COMMITTEE

Designates the week beginning March 2, 2025, as "School Social Work Week" to recognize the vital role of school social workers in supporting students' mental health, academic success, and overall well-being.

Gwen Moore
D

Gwen Moore

Representative

WI

H.R. 185
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Responsible Legislating Act
IN COMMITTEE

* **Responsible Legislating Act:** Extends key agricultural reporting requirements to ensure continued market transparency. * **Veteran Apprenticeship:** Enhances career opportunities for veterans by improving their access to and awareness of registered apprenticeship programs. * **Federal Employee Retention:** Supports federal employees in high-risk roles who become ill or injured on duty by encouraging retention and modifying retirement rules. * **Retirement Savings:** Improves and expands retirement savings options for Americans by making changes to employer-sponsored retirement plans and individual retirement accounts (IRAs). * **Boots to Business Program:** Supports veteran entrepreneurship by providing training and resources to veterans, transitioning service members, and their families. * **School Zone Safety:** Increases penalties for human trafficking, coercion, and enticement offenses, particularly in or near school zones and institutions of higher education. * **National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture:** Establishes a commission to explore the possibility of creating a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture in the Washington, D.C., area. * **Semiconductor Supply Chain:** Strengthens the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by increasing foreign direct investment in domestic manufacturing. * **Homeland Security Equipment Approval:** Revises the approval process for certain equipment purchases made with grants under the Homeland Security Act. * **NASA Leasing Authority Extension:** Extends NASA's authority to lease underused properties to private entities, state and local governments, academic institutions, and other federal agencies for an additional year. * **Committee Hearing Mandate:** Mandates that each standing committee in the House of Representatives must hold a hearing to review how this Act is being put into action. * **Whistleblower Protection:** Addresses the protection of whistleblowers by setting strict guidelines on the disclosure of their identities. * **Foreign Ownership of Marine Terminals Study:** Mandates a comprehensive study to evaluate the effects of foreign ownership of marine terminals at major U.S. ports on the nation's economic security. * **Budgetary Effects:** References how the financial impact of the bill will be officially measured and recorded, ensuring it aligns with existing budget rules. * **Federal Credit Union Act Amendment:** Amends the Federal Credit Union Act to modify how often the board of directors of Federal credit unions are required to meet. * **Treasury Fund Allocation:** Allocates specific funds from the Treasury for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, to various government programs and departments.

James McGovern
D

James McGovern

Representative

MA

H.R. 1618
119th CongressMar 4th 2025
Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
AWAITING HOUSE

The bill requires the FCC to review and update its satellite service rules to better support precision agriculture and report findings to Congress.

Robert Latta
R

Robert Latta

Representative

OH

H.R. 1014
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

Mandates comprehensive annual health assessments for armed forces members, including EKGs and blood work, starting in 2026.

Morgan Luttrell
R

Morgan Luttrell

Representative

TX

H.R. 1770
119th CongressMar 4th 2025
Consumer Safety Technology Act
AWAITING HOUSE

The Consumer Safety Technology Act directs the CPSC to explore AI's role in product safety, requires a study on blockchain's consumer protection uses, and mandates an FTC report on unfair token transaction practices.

Darren Soto
D

Darren Soto

Representative

FL

H.RES. 194
119th CongressMar 5th 2025
Expressing support for the designation of March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day".
IN COMMITTEE

Expresses support for designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day" to recognize the Great Lakes' environmental and economic importance and encourages their preservation.

John James
R

John James

Representative

MI

S. 524
119th CongressMar 5th 2025
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025
SENATE PASSED

This bill authorizes appropriations for the Coast Guard and NOAA, updates maritime regulations, enhances oil spill response, and addresses sexual assault and harassment within the Coast Guard.

Ted Cruz
R

Ted Cruz

Senator

TX

H.R. 1765
119th CongressMar 4th 2025
Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2025
AWAITING HOUSE

The "Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2025" seeks to enhance U.S. leadership in global 5G and future wireless technology standards-setting bodies by encouraging participation and providing technical expertise to trusted stakeholders.

Thomas Kean
R

Thomas Kean

Representative

NJ

H.R. 1069
119th CongressFeb 12th 2025
Promoting Responsible Oversight To Eliminate Communist Teachings for Our Kids Act
AWAITING HOUSE

The "PROTECT Our Kids Act" prohibits federal funds to elementary and secondary schools that partner with or receive support from the Chinese government.

Kevin Hern
R

Kevin Hern

Representative

OK

H.R. 1025
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2600 Wesley Street in Greenville, Texas, as the "Cooper Dawson Post Office Building".
IN COMMITTEE

This bill designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 2600 Wesley Street in Greenville, Texas, as the "Cooper Dawson Post Office Building."

Keith Self
R

Keith Self

Representative

TX

H.R. 1679
119th CongressMar 4th 2025
Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025
AWAITING HOUSE

The Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Commerce and the Comptroller General to conduct an interagency review of the United States' global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment from responsible private-sector entities based in trusted countries, addressing foreign trade barriers that firms in advanced technology sectors face in the global digital economy.

Gabe Evans
R

Gabe Evans

Representative

CO

H.R. 1032
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
Stop Funding Our Adversaries Act of 2023
IN COMMITTEE

This bill prohibits federal agencies from funding research conducted by the Chinese government or the Chinese Communist Party.

Claudia Tenney
R

Claudia Tenney

Representative

NY

H.RES. 192
119th CongressMar 5th 2025
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith.
IN COMMITTEE

Recognizes the commencement of Ramadan, commends Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide for their faith, and acknowledges their contributions to various causes and professions.

André Carson
D

André Carson

Representative

IN

H.R. 1709
119th CongressMar 4th 2025
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
AWAITING HOUSE

The "Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act" requires a report assessing the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of mobile service networks (excluding 5G) and recommending best practices.

Greg Landsman
D

Greg Landsman

Representative

OH

H.R. 977
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
Support Military Families Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Support Military Families Act" allows military spouses employed in the executive branch to continue teleworking or working remotely, if they were eligible before January 20, 2025, and requires a report on the economic impact of ending such arrangements.

Eugene Vindman
D

Eugene Vindman

Representative

VA

H.R. 948
119th CongressFeb 4th 2025
SAFE HOME Act
IN COMMITTEE

The SAFE HOME Act establishes a tax credit of up to $25,000 for 25% of qualified wildfire mitigation expenditures for homeowners in wildfire-prone areas.

Kevin Kiley
R

Kevin Kiley

Representative

CA

H.R. 1110
119th CongressFeb 12th 2025
Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act
AWAITING HOUSE

The "Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act" aims to reduce wildfire risks by expanding livestock grazing on federal lands through expedited environmental reviews, targeted strategies, and increased use of temporary permits.

Doug LaMalfa
R

Doug LaMalfa

Representative

CA

H.R. 56
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025" shifts responsibility for investigating financial crimes and fraud from the Secret Service to the FBI, allowing the Secret Service to focus on protection and national security threats.

Andy Biggs
R

Andy Biggs

Representative

AZ

H.R. 1008
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the "Sheriff Adrian 'Butch' Anderson Post Office Building".
IN COMMITTEE

This bill designates the USPS facility at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the "Sheriff Adrian 'Butch' Anderson Post Office Building."

Michael Lawler
R

Michael Lawler

Representative

NY

H.R. 1018
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
INSTRUCT Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The INSTRUCT Act of 2025 mandates federal agencies to share information regarding foreign funding of higher education institutions to improve transparency and national security.

Mark Messmer
R

Mark Messmer

Representative

IN