Legislation

The Battling Infections Transmitted by Ticks and Exposure (BITE) Act establishes a comprehensive national system to prevent vector-borne diseases like Lyme disease. This system will utilize AI-driven early warning alerts, expert identification services, and real-time monitoring of insurance claims and symptoms. A key goal of the Act is to support efforts to reduce Lyme disease cases by 25% by 2035.

The Ensuring Justice for Camp Lejeune Victims Act of 2025 makes technical corrections to the 2022 Camp Lejeune Justice Act to clarify standards for proving harm and venue for trials. This legislation sets specific caps on attorney fees and retroactively applies these changes to all existing and future claims filed under the original 2022 Act. The bill ensures that existing statutes of limitations for filing claims remain unchanged.

The Terrorist Watchlist Data Accuracy and Transparency Act mandates rigorous quality assurance reviews by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) before and after submitting names to terrorist watchlists. This legislation requires annual checks and random audits of DHS nominations, particularly for U.S. persons, to ensure data accuracy and proper inclusion criteria. If errors are found, DHS must promptly request corrections from the FBI or NCTC and report annually to Congress on the process.

The Merchant Marine Allies Partnership Act establishes a "Foreign Ally Shipping Registry" to allow vessels from allied nations to participate in U.S. coastwise trade under specific conditions. This Act grants the Secretary of Transportation authority to issue renewable authorizations for qualified allied vessels to carry merchandise between U.S. points. Furthermore, it exempts documented U.S. vessels from certain duties when receiving repairs in shipyards located in countries listed on this new registry.

The Create Accountable Respectful Environments (CARE) for Children Act officially recognizes and integrates "cottage family homes" into federal foster care regulations. This allows these specialized homes to receive federal maintenance payments if they meet strict standards focused on family connection, trauma-informed care, and prohibiting harmful restraints. The bill ensures states maintain flexibility in utilizing these placements while upholding high standards for child well-being.

The Community Parks Revitalization Act establishes a competitive grant program through HUD to fund local park improvements focused on public health and youth safety. It also creates a mechanism for secured loans and guarantees to attract private investment for larger park and recreation infrastructure projects. The bill aims to enhance community spaces through targeted federal investment and private financing.

The Mental Health for Latinos Act of 2025 establishes a national strategy to improve mental health awareness and reduce stigma within Hispanic and Latino communities. This plan requires culturally and linguistically appropriate outreach tailored to the diverse needs of these populations. The Act also mandates annual reporting on the strategy's effectiveness and authorizes funding for its implementation.

The Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2025 establishes a pilot program to provide grants to states for creating electronic tick identification services. These state programs will allow residents to submit photos of ticks for review by qualified biologists within 72 hours. The goal is to rapidly inform the public about the tick species, potential disease risk, and necessary next steps to combat tick-borne illnesses.

The Secure Trade Act imposes new duties on all imports and establishes significantly modified, higher tariff rates specifically targeting goods from China. It also mandates stricter valuation rules for Chinese merchandise and expands the review authority of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) over certain real estate investments by foreign adversaries. These measures aim to adjust U.S. trade policy, reduce reliance on specific foreign supply chains, and protect national security interests.

The Orland Project Water Management Act amends existing law to grant the Secretary of the Interior the authority to transfer water from the Orland Project to the Central Valley Project's Sacramento Canal Unit upon request. This transfer can occur regardless of the water year conditions, provided it aligns with the Central Valley Project's overall objectives. The Act explicitly ensures these transfers do not create new benefits or negatively impact existing water rights or the Orland Project itself.

This resolution formally condemns the tragic mass shooting in New York City on July 28, 2025, which highlighted the danger of inconsistent state gun laws. It calls for immediate and comprehensive federal action to establish national gun safety standards. The bill emphasizes that stronger federal laws are necessary to prevent firearms from easily crossing state lines and undermining local safety efforts. Ultimately, Congress is urging the passage of nationwide measures like universal background checks to combat the epidemic of gun violence.

This resolution expresses strong support for the President to officially designate August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day." It highlights Marcus Garvey's historical significance as the leader of the largest African-American movement and his dedication to Black economic self-reliance. The designation seeks to formally honor his enduring legacy following his posthumous pardon.

This resolution terminates the President's August 11, 2025, declaration of a crime emergency in the District of Columbia. Congress asserts that the President lacks the legal authority under the D.C. Home Rule Act to take operational control of the Metropolitan Police Department. Furthermore, the bill notes that local violent crime rates have been declining significantly.

This resolution officially establishes August 20th as **Original Slavery Remembrance Day** to formally recognize and condemn the history of slavery in the U.S. and globally. It commemorates the lives of enslaved people, honors historical figures who fought for freedom, and acknowledges the lasting effects of slavery on contemporary society. The resolution requests the President to issue a proclamation calling for appropriate national observance of this day.

This resolution formally affirms Congress's commitment to maintaining the current retirement ages for Social Security and Medicare benefits. It declares that raising the eligibility age would constitute an unfair cut to the earned benefits of current and future retirees. The measure highlights the reliance of millions on these programs and rejects any proposals to push back access to earned retirement security and healthcare.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies." It celebrates India's independence and recognizes the deep, shared commitment to democracy between the United States and India. The bill further acknowledges the vital contributions of Americans of Indian heritage to U.S. society and reaffirms the strategic partnership between the two nations.

This bill extends the crime emergency declaration previously issued by the President for the District of Columbia on August 11, 2025. The resolution ensures that this emergency status remains in effect until the President formally issues an order to terminate it. The remainder of the document outlines various related administrative and statutory updates.

The Toll of Tariffs Act of 2025 mandates that the U.S. International Trade Commission conduct an urgent study on the inflationary effects of tariffs implemented via executive order since January 20, 2025. The Commission must report its findings to Congress within 60 days. This report will specifically detail the impact of these tariffs on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) and related measures.

The CATCH Fentanyl Act mandates the Department of Homeland Security to establish pilot projects at land ports of entry to test advanced inspection technologies, including those utilizing Artificial Intelligence. These tests aim to improve the detection of contraband like fentanyl while increasing inspection efficiency. The Secretary must report on the effectiveness of these technologies and provide recommendations for nationwide deployment within five years of enactment.

The State Public Option Act establishes a new Medicaid buy-in option for uninsured residents starting in 2026, while also ensuring federal administrative cost-sharing for states offering the program. The bill mandates that Medicaid payments for primary care services must meet or exceed Medicare rates for certain providers, and it expands required Medicaid coverage to include comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services beginning in 2026. Furthermore, it adjusts federal matching fund timelines for states newly expanding Medicaid coverage and requires updates to Medicaid quality measures.