Legislation

The "Keep Our PACT Act" aims to increase funding for Part A of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) between 2026 and 2035. This bill would mandate specific funding levels for these programs, gradually increasing the investment in education for disadvantaged students and students with disabilities. It designates these funding increases as emergency requirements, ensuring they are prioritized within the federal budget. The goal is to fulfill the federal government's commitment to supporting states in providing quality education for all children.

The DOE and SBA Research Act aims to enhance collaboration between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) on research and development, ensuring small business involvement. It mandates a formal agreement between the DOE and SBA to coordinate research efforts and requires a report to Congress on the progress and future plans of this collaboration. No additional funds will be allocated to implement this act. All activities must adhere to research security guidelines.

The "A PLUS Act" allows states to submit a declaration of intent to the Secretary of Education to consolidate certain federal education funds, excluding those under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, to improve academic achievement. States must ensure transparency and accountability in the use of these funds, focusing on enhancing educational opportunities for disadvantaged students. The Act limits administrative expenses and requires equitable participation of private schools in funded activities. This aims to provide states and local communities more flexibility in deciding how to improve academic achievement and implement education changes.

This bill grants Diego Montoya Bedoya eligibility for permanent resident status in the U.S., waiving certain standard immigration restrictions and requiring him to apply within two years. It also mandates a reduction in the number of immigrant visas available to people from his country of origin and prevents his family members from receiving immigration benefits based on their relationship to him. The budgetary effects of this law will be determined by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee.

This bill terminates the Department of Education, effectively eliminating the department on December 31, 2026.

The "Deliver Housing Now Act of 2025" amends a previous act to expand the Moving to Work demonstration program. This expansion removes the limit on the number of public housing agencies that can participate, allowing more agencies to join the program. The bill changes the limit from "up to 30" to "not less than 15."

The "Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act" amends Public Law 87-590, modifying the repayment terms for the Arkansas Valley Conduit in Colorado. It stipulates that repayments will be without interest and only cover construction funding from non-federal sources. The repayment period for project facilities is extended to 100 years.

The "Ensuring Justice for Victims of Partial-Birth Abortion Act" mandates the Attorney General to investigate potential violations of the partial-birth abortion ban, including the remains of five babies discovered in Washington, D.C., and requires mandatory reporting of violations by healthcare workers. It also directs the Attorney General to produce an annual report on enforcement actions related to the partial-birth abortion ban and tasks the Comptroller General with reviewing past enforcement actions and providing recommendations for improvement.

The "Disaster Assistance Fairness Act" amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide federal assistance to residential common interest communities, condominiums, and housing cooperatives damaged by major disasters. It directs the President to create rules that debris removal from these communities after a major disaster is in the public interest if it threatens life, public health, safety, or economic recovery, as confirmed by a state or local government. The Act also covers the repair of essential common elements in condominiums and housing cooperatives, provided an individual's or household's share of these repair costs is well-documented. These changes will apply to major disasters declared on or after the enactment of this law.

The Katrina and Leslie Schaller Act extends the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program to Guam, providing financial assistance to eligible individuals with disabilities and limited income. It removes Guam from the list of excluded areas, allowing residents to receive SSI benefits. The Act grants the Commissioner of Social Security the flexibility to adapt the SSI program to meet Guam's specific needs. These changes will take effect at the start of the first federal fiscal year following the Act's enactment.

The "Investing in Main Street Act of 2025" amends the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, increasing the allowable investment in small business investment companies. The bill raises the investment limit from 5% to 15%, aiming to encourage more investment in these companies. This adjustment is intended to bolster support for small businesses through increased capital availability.

The "Physicians for Underserved Areas Act" amends the Social Security Act to improve how Medicare-funded medical residency slots are redistributed when a hospital closes. The bill prioritizes redistribution to hospitals most likely to quickly utilize and fill these slots, particularly those demonstrating the capacity to start using the slots within two years and fill them within five years. These changes aim to ensure residency positions are effectively used to train physicians and address healthcare needs in underserved areas. The amendments apply to hospital closures occurring on or after the date of the Act's enactment.

The "Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2025" directs the United States Geological Survey to establish a program to study the causes of sinkholes and create maps identifying areas with a higher risk of sinkhole formation. These maps, utilizing 3D elevation data, will be updated at least every five years. A website will be created to provide community planners and emergency managers with access to these maps and related information.

The IGO Anti-Boycott Act amends the Anti-Boycott Act of 2018 to include international governmental organizations in the prohibitions against boycotts. It requires the President to submit an annual report to Congress. This report will list foreign countries and international organizations that support boycotts and describe those boycotts.

This bill establishes uniform standards for flag displays in House of Representatives facilities, limiting the types of flags that can be displayed to include the U.S. flag, official House of Representatives flags, state flags of represented districts, military service flags, the POWMIA flag, flags eligible for display in the Hall of Tribal Nations, and flags of visiting foreign dignitaries. The House Administration Committee and the Sergeant at Arms are responsible for overseeing the resolution, creating a system for temporary exceptions, and setting a timeline for implementation within 30 days of enactment. It does not apply to a Member's personal office space.

The "National Human Trafficking Database Act" aims to combat human trafficking by establishing a national database within the Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime. It incentivizes state agencies through grants to collect and report comprehensive data on human trafficking cases, prosecutions, and victim services, while ensuring survivor confidentiality. This data will be used to create a public database and inform Congress, enhancing awareness and strategies to combat human trafficking. The act authorizes specific appropriations for both state grants and the maintenance of the national database.

The "Congressional Award Program Reauthorization Act" extends the Congressional Award Act until October 1, 2028. It modifies the requirements for the Congressional Award medals, removing specific material requirements. Additionally, it makes a minor technical correction to subsection (f)(1) of the original act.

The "Lower Grocery Prices Act" directs the Comptroller General to study grocery costs for U.S. consumers over the past 20 years. The study will analyze the Consumer Price Index for food and other economic data to understand the impact on consumers. Within 180 days, a report with findings and recommendations to lower food costs will be submitted to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, the House Committee on Financial Services, and the Senate Committee on Finance.

This bill amends Title 38 of the U.S. Code to change how the Department of Veterans Affairs pays for care under the Community Care Program. Starting January 1, 2026, payment rates will be determined by the specific location where care is provided, such as hospitals or doctor's offices. Providers must include a location-specific identifier on their claims, and the lowest applicable rate will be used if multiple rates could apply.

The "Pro-Housing Act of 2025" aims to increase affordable housing development through two key programs: a grant and loan pilot program managed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for local housing policy initiatives, and a General Services Administration (GSA) pilot program to transfer unused federal properties to state and local entities for affordable housing development. The HUD program will provide financial support and guidance to entities developing and implementing housing policy plans, while the GSA program will repurpose federal land for mixed-use or affordable housing projects. The bill authorizes \$200 million annually from 2026-2031 for the HUD grant and loan program. The GSA program will end 5 years after the enactment of this section.