Legislation

This resolution expresses support for designating September 23, 2025, as "Mary Church Terrell Day" to honor her legacy. It recognizes her groundbreaking contributions as an educator, suffragist, and tireless advocate against racial discrimination. The bill specifically calls on Congress to formally acknowledge her lasting impact on both the civil rights and women's rights movements.

The Southern Arizona Protection Act revokes Presidential Proclamation 7320 concerning the Ironwood Forest area in Arizona. This legislation specifically prohibits the designation or extension of any new national monuments within the boundaries generally shown on the June 12, 2000 map for the Ironwood Forest National Monument. Future monument designations in this area will require an act of Congress.

The Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act increases the federal share of grant funding for certain public safety activities from 50% to 60%. This change aims to reduce the financial burden on states for purchasing essential equipment. Additionally, the Act authorizes $60 million annually for this program from fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

The ENABLE Conservation Act of 2025 streamlines federal conservation efforts by updating the Food Security Act of 1985. This legislation allows land enrolled in new state-level wildlife enhancement initiatives to count toward existing federal conservation program requirements. It also includes technical amendments to ensure accurate cross-referencing of acreage limitations within the law.

The Northern Arizona Protection Act invalidates the recent presidential designation of the Baaj Nwaavjo Itah Kukveni-Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument. This legislation explicitly prohibits the future establishment or expansion of any national monuments in that specific area of Arizona. Moving forward, monument designation in this region requires explicit authorization through an Act of Congress.

The Motor Carrier Safety Selection Standard Act of 2024 establishes a "safe harbor" standard for shippers to prove they were not negligent when selecting a motor carrier. This protection is granted if the shipper verifies the carrier's registration, insurance, and current FMCSA safety compliance confirmation within 45 days of shipment. The Act also mandates the Secretary of Transportation to update FMCSA safety fitness determination rules within one year.

This resolution formally recognizes the significant legacy of fencing pioneer Peter Westbrook and the transformative work of the Peter Westbrook Foundation. The Foundation provides underserved youth with free fencing instruction alongside crucial academic and life skills support. This effort has resulted in remarkable success, including high rates of high school graduation, college attendance, and Olympic representation.

The Rural Health Training Opportunities Act aims to boost healthcare training in underserved areas by prioritizing grant applications that serve rural communities. It mandates that all funded projects must include a comprehensive plan to cover participant transportation costs. Furthermore, the Secretary must report annually to Congress on the success and rural focus of these demonstration projects.

This resolution expresses strong support for recognizing September 2025 as "National Children's Emotional Wellness Month." It aims to increase public awareness regarding the critical importance of children's emotional health amidst rising rates of anxiety, depression, and mental health crises among youth. The bill acknowledges the vital work of mental health professionals and seeks to reduce barriers to care for children and families.

This Act provides continuing funding for the federal government through Fiscal Year 2026, ensuring all agencies can operate while also extending numerous existing programs for one month into October 2025. It includes specific provisions for the Department of Defense, the Judiciary, and various health and veterans' services, while also making permanent enhancements to Affordable Care Act subsidies. Overall, the legislation maintains the operational status quo for most government functions while addressing specific budgetary and administrative deadlines.

The Peer to Peer Mental Health Support Act establishes a pilot program to fund evidence-based mental health peer support activities in high schools. This program allows eligible entities to receive competitive awards to train students and staff on early intervention and resilience building. All activities must be overseen by a mental health professional, and the program's effectiveness will be evaluated and reported to Congress before its scheduled end in 2029.

The Impacts and Outcomes for Health Career Training Act mandates a rigorous, evidence-based evaluation of Health Profession Opportunity Grant demonstration projects. This evaluation must track the short, medium, and long-term impacts on participants, including employment and earnings. A dedicated portion of the grant funds will be set aside annually to support this comprehensive study. These changes will take effect starting October 1, 2025.

The Union Auto Workers Job Protection Act mandates increased transparency for federal vehicle assembly contracts by requiring bidders to disclose detailed information about their plants, wages, and labor violations. It strictly controls where contract work can be performed and prohibits the Postal Service from purchasing new delivery vehicles until specific union neutrality and compliance agreements are secured with the manufacturer. In essence, the bill ties federal vehicle contracts to detailed operational disclosures and commitments regarding fair labor practices and union neutrality.

This bill prohibits the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from disclosing individual records to immigration enforcement agencies. HUD records are protected from sharing unless the individual provides consent or makes a written request in a language they understand. The legislation also prevents HUD from compelling public housing agencies to share these confidential records for immigration purposes.

This resolution expresses the support of Congress for designating September 23, 2025, as national "Bruce Springsteen Day." It formally honors the musician's profound contributions to American music, his home state of New Jersey, and the nation as a whole. The bill recognizes his celebrated career, impactful storytelling, and philanthropic efforts.

The TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act aims to speed up the replacement of risky communications equipment by streamlining federal reviews. This bill exempts projects focused on permanently removing insecure gear and installing trusted alternatives from lengthy environmental (NEPA) and historic preservation (NHPA) reviews. The goal is to ensure a faster and more dependable upgrade of broadband networks.

This bill directs the President to immediately remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and certain designated criminal groups. Congress asserts that these military actions lack the necessary constitutional authorization or a declaration of war. The resolution mandates withdrawal unless Congress subsequently passes specific authorization or the U.S. is subject to an armed attack.

The Tribal Healthcare Careers Act reserves 15% of specific social service block grant funds exclusively for Indian tribes and related organizations. It also guarantees that a minimum of 10 grants will be awarded to eligible Native American entities under certain conditions. These changes are set to take effect starting October 1, 2025.

The Equal Employment for All Act of 2025 significantly restricts employers from using consumer credit reports when making most hiring or employment decisions. This means employers are generally banned from considering your credit history, even if you consent, unless the job requires a national security clearance or is mandated by other specific laws. Furthermore, the bill prohibits penalizing applicants who refuse to authorize a credit check for non-exempt positions.

The Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026 ensures that essential Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees, including law enforcement and critical support staff, continue to receive pay and allowances during a government shutdown. This automatic funding remains active until a new budget is passed or until January 1, 2027. The goal is to maintain critical national security operations even without full appropriations.