Legislation

The NO GOTION Act aims to block green energy tax benefits for companies with connections to countries of concern, such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. It denies specific tax credits and benefits to companies created, organized, or controlled by these countries, or by entities connected to them. This applies to various sections of the Internal Revenue Code related to green energy incentives. The changes will be effective for taxable years starting after the Act's enactment.

This bill recognizes the global importance of Hinduism and the positive impact of Hindu Americans on the United States. It acknowledges the rise in discrimination and hate crimes against Hindu Americans and their places of worship. The bill celebrates Hindu contributions to American society, welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans, and condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry.

This bill elects specific members to serve on various standing committees within the House of Representatives, including Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Energy and Commerce, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Oversight and Government Reform, Rules, Small Business, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Veterans Affairs. These appointments determine the composition of these key committees, influencing their legislative focus and decision-making processes.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to fix the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. For this amendment to be valid, three-fourths of the state legislatures must ratify it within seven years of its submission.

The "Credit Union Board Modernization Act" amends the Federal Credit Union Act, modifying the required frequency of board of directors meetings. New credit unions must meet monthly for their first five years. Established credit unions with strong ratings must meet at least six times annually, while those with lower ratings are required to meet monthly.

The "Defund National Endowment for the Humanities Act of 2025" eliminates all funding for the National Endowment for the Humanities, specifically prohibiting the use of funds to carry out section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965. This act will take effect at the beginning of the fiscal year following its enactment.

This bill directs the Attorney General to conduct a study, through the Bureau of Justice Assistance, on the effectiveness of extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs) in reducing gun violence. The study must be completed within one year and will provide data on how well these orders work.

This resolution affirms the President's existing legal authority to secure the U.S. southwest border under the Immigration and Nationality Act. It urges the President and Homeland Security Secretary to reinstate and implement policies that deter illegal immigration, protect national security, and ensure lawful entry. These policies include immediate removal of illegal aliens, reinstatement of the Remain in Mexico policy, ending catch-and-release, and ending taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal aliens. The resolution highlights concerns about the number of illegal entries, apprehensions of suspected terrorists, and encounters with illegal aliens with criminal records.

This concurrent resolution recognizes the significant historical and ongoing contributions of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to communities across the United States. It acknowledges their extensive volunteer network and substantial charitable giving, which helps to meet various needs and support financial security. The resolution affirms that their tax-exempt status continues to benefit the country and that their work should be encouraged.

The "No Pro-Abortion Task Force Act" prohibits federal funds from being used for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Reproductive Healthcare Access Task Force or any similar replacement. This bill effectively defunds the task force created in January 2022.

This bill affirms the U.S. commitment to NATO and its Article 5 collective defense agreement, recognizing NATO's critical role in countering threats from Russia, China, and Iran. It supports NATO's open door policy, acknowledges the sacrifices of NATO soldiers, and urges allies to meet defense spending targets. The bill also emphasizes the need for collaboration in defense technologies and cybersecurity to address modern security challenges.

This resolution declares racism a public health crisis, citing significant racial inequities in health outcomes and the impact of historical and contemporary racism. It commits to establishing a nationwide strategy to address health disparities, dismantle systemic practices that perpetuate racism, and promote efforts to improve social determinants of health for racial and ethnic minorities. The resolution supports similar declarations at the local level and calls for reforms to address policies leading to poor health outcomes. It also charges the people of the United States to ensure the country honors its moral purpose of advancing the truths that all people are created equal with unalienable rights, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

The "Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act of 2025" amends the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to enhance the national response to harmful algal blooms and hypoxia. It directs the creation of a national monitoring and forecasting network, promotes research and technology development for prevention and control, and ensures collaboration among federal, state, and local entities. The Act also authorizes appropriations for these activities and allows for waivers of non-federal share requirements under certain conditions, as well as providing definitions for Indian tribes and other organizations.

The "Finding Federal Savings Committee Resolution" establishes a new House committee focused on identifying and recommending the modification or elimination of underperforming or nonessential federal programs. This committee will be composed of members from key House committees and will operate under expedited legislative procedures to ensure efficient consideration of its recommendations. The goal is to streamline government spending by targeting inefficient programs, with the committee set to dissolve at the end of the 120th Congress.

The "Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act" establishes federal criminal penalties for evading arrest or detention in a vehicle near the U.S. border, with increased penalties if serious injury or death results. It also makes individuals convicted of this offense inadmissible to the U.S., deportable, and ineligible for immigration benefits. Finally, it mandates an annual report from the Attorney General and Homeland Security Secretary to Congress on the enforcement and impact of this new law.

The "Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2025" mandates the creation of Joint Operations Centers along the southern U.S. border to improve coordination between federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies. These centers will serve as hubs for communication, ground, air, and sea operation coordination, and information sharing to combat criminal activities and enhance border security. The Department of Homeland Security is required to report annually to Congress on the progress, resources, and effectiveness of these centers.

This bill condemns the Chinese government's harassment and intimidation tactics targeting individuals in the U.S. to suppress speech and narratives unwelcome to China. It emphasizes the need to protect freedom of speech and academic freedom, urging law enforcement and academic institutions to counter these efforts. The bill calls for diplomatic action and international collaboration to combat transnational repression and uphold free expression.

The "Build the Wall Act of 2025" redirects unspent COVID-19 relief funds to a new "Southern Border Wall Construction Fund." This fund will be used by the Department of Homeland Security to build and maintain physical barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border.

This joint resolution disapproves a rule issued by the Forest Service regarding law enforcement and criminal prohibitions. By disapproving the rule, Congress prevents it from taking effect. The rule in question was published in the Federal Register on December 19, 2023.

This bill nullifies two Presidential Memoranda from January 2025 that withdrew areas of the Outer Continental Shelf from oil and natural gas leasing. The bill effectively reverses these withdrawals, allowing potential oil and gas leasing activities in those areas.