Legislation

The College Financial Aid Clarity Act of 2025 establishes new federal standards for how colleges must present financial aid offers to students, effective July 1, 2029. This legislation mandates specific, standardized formats, clear disclosures regarding loan repayment and aid renewal, and consistent terminology across all institutions receiving federal aid. The Department of Education is tasked with consumer testing and publishing the final formatting requirements to ensure greater transparency for students and families.

The Assessing Safety Tools for Parents and Minors Act directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to review and report on current industry efforts to enhance online safety for minors. This comprehensive review must assess the effectiveness of existing safety tools, educational initiatives, and privacy measures. The FTC is required to submit findings and recommendations for improvement to Congress within three years of enactment.

This resolution officially recognizes Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the first intercollegiate fraternity founded by African-American men in 1906. It honors the organization's commitment to leadership, brotherhood, academic excellence, and extensive civil rights advocacy. The resolution also commends the Fraternity for its ongoing community service and educational programs.

The Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2025 establishes comprehensive federal rules to prevent discrimination caused by automated decision-making systems in critical areas like employment, housing, and credit. It mandates independent safety checks, public reporting for high-risk findings, and clear contractual standards between algorithm creators and users. The law empowers the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and grants individuals a private right of action to enforce these new civil rights protections against algorithmic bias.

The Lower Health Care Costs Act focuses on making health insurance more affordable by extending enhanced premium tax credits through 2028. This extension ensures continued financial assistance for Marketplace plans and maintains eligibility for higher-income households. The bill effectively prevents these crucial subsidies from expiring at the end of 2025.

This resolution strongly condemns white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, specifically targeting the promotion of these dangerous ideologies by Nick Fuentes. It further condemns Tucker Carlson and Kevin Roberts for platforming and defending Fuentes's documented antisemitic and Holocaust-denying statements. The resolution affirms the nation's commitment to fighting antisemitism and urges all leaders to reject these hateful views.

This act grants the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) exclusive authority to approve or deny applications for natural gas and LNG export/import facilities, mandating that such actions be considered consistent with the public interest. The legislation clarifies that it does not limit the President's existing authority to impose sanctions through trade restrictions.

This resolution officially commends and congratulates the Las Vegas Aces on winning the 2025 Women's National Basketball Association championship. It recognizes the team's remarkable season, including their historic winning streak and playoff performance. The bill also honors the individual achievements of players like A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray, as well as the leadership of Head Coach Becky Hammon. Finally, it commends the entire organization for their commitment to excellence and for representing the Las Vegas community and the State of Nevada.

This bill authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special event on December 16, 2025. The event is specifically designated for the unveiling of the statue honoring Barbara Rose Johns. All necessary preparations for the unveiling must adhere to the conditions set by the Architect of the Capitol.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove the Bureau of Land Management's rule regarding the Coastal Plain Oil and Gas Leasing Program Record of Decision. If enacted, this disapproval would prevent the submitted rule from taking effect.

This resolution officially designates December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day." It recognizes the historical milestones and significant contributions of nuclear energy to the U.S. economy, national security, and carbon-free electricity generation. The resolution celebrates the innovators in the field and encourages continued global cooperation in advancing safe nuclear technology.

The Benay Taub Lung Cancer Research Act establishes a Lung Cancer Task Force within the National Institutes of Health. This task force is charged with examining disparities in lung cancer research, funding, and patient access compared to other diseases. The Act mandates that the Task Force submit a report to Congress with findings and recommendations, including proposals for increasing federal research funding.

The Safe and Affordable Transit Act establishes a new grant program to fund public transportation safety improvements, including hiring additional security personnel and upgrading infrastructure. It also mandates a comprehensive study on effective crime prevention tactics for transit agencies. These measures aim to enhance security for both passengers and transit workers.

The Grasslands Grazing Act of 2025 amends federal law to explicitly make national grasslands eligible for grazing leases and permits. This is achieved by updating terminology within the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to include these lands under existing grazing authorization structures. The act clarifies eligibility without altering other existing laws governing these lands.

This bill, the Lung Cancer Medicare Access to Precise Testing Act, mandates that Medicare begin covering lung cancer biomarker testing for diagnosed individuals starting January 1, 2027. The legislation ensures Medicare will pay 100 percent of the reasonable charges for these tests, which analyze tissue or bodily fluids to identify specific biomarkers.

The No GOUGE Act prohibits sellers from raising the price of "tariffed goods" by more than the direct costs resulting from a new or planned tariff for five years. This prevents companies from using tariffs as an excuse to charge unreasonably high prices, with specific rules for final goods, assembled products, and components. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tasked with enforcement, while large companies face a presumption of violation following major tariff announcements. The bill also mandates annual reports from the FTC and other agencies detailing price changes and enforcement actions.

This bill mandates that the Secretary of Defense submit a detailed report to Congress regarding the Department of Defense's use of "other transaction authority" for prototype projects. The report must cover specific contract activity between 2020 and 2025, detailing the number of prototype awards and subsequent follow-on production contracts. Furthermore, the Secretary must assess trends, lessons learned, and provide recommendations to improve the transition from prototype to full production.

The RIGHT Act of 2025 establishes a new federal definition for short-term limited duration health insurance plans. This legislation permits these plans to have an initial contract duration of up to 12 months, with the total coverage period not exceeding three years from the original start date. The bill aims to clarify and regulate the availability of this type of coverage.

This bill mandates the Secretary of Defense to develop a plan to significantly speed up the accreditation and use of secure commercial facilities (SCIFs) by private industry. The goal is to streamline processes like construction and IT deployment to better support national security innovation and classified work. The resulting plan will propose policy changes, potential standardization, and digital tools to reduce approval timelines for industry partners.

The Main Street Home Builders Act of 2025 establishes a pilot program within the Small Business Administration (SBA) to support small businesses involved in building or managing build-to-rent multifamily housing. This program will provide loans through State development companies to help these small businesses construct or improve rental housing projects. The initiative includes specific requirements for lenders and ensures that funded projects result in the creation of new dwelling units.