Legislation

The Pony Up Act mandates the USPS to compensate citizens for late fees on bills when delays are attributable to the Postal Service, not external factors. It also requires the USPS to provide an annual report to Congress on mail delivery delays, including data on presorted mail and potential prioritization of certain mail types. Additionally, the Postal Service Inspector General must audit and report on whether the USPS prioritizes mail delivery under agreements over other mail of the same class.

The Tennessee Valley Authority Salary Transparency Act requires the TVA to disclose the names, salaries, and duties of its executives, board members, and management-level employees earning at or above the GS15 pay grade level in its annual report. This information will be excluded from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act and the Access to Congressionally Mandated Reports Act.

The FAIR Act mandates a 3.3% increase in basic pay for federal employees under statutory pay systems and prevailing rate employees in 2026. Additionally, it increases locality pay for federal employees by 1% in 2026.

The "Restore Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability Act of 2025" aims to improve accountability within the VA by modifying procedures for disciplining VA supervisors, senior executives, and other employees for misconduct or poor performance. It expedites the disciplinary process, limits external review of disciplinary actions, and broadens the scope of employees subject to these procedures. The bill emphasizes the VA Secretary's authority in disciplinary matters, while also protecting whistleblowers. These changes apply retroactively to misconduct or performance issues dating back to the enactment of the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017.

This bill authorizes the Bay Mills Indian Community of Michigan to manage and transfer its real property without federal approval, excluding lands held in trust by the U.S. The U.S. is generally not liable for losses from these transactions unless directly involved or otherwise liable by law. This authority does not extend to land transferred into federal trust for the tribe.

The "Washington, D.C. Admission Act" outlines the process for admitting Washington, D.C., into the Union as the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while establishing a Capital to serve as the seat of the U.S. Government. It addresses the transition of laws, governance, and federal responsibilities, ensuring continuity of services and representation for the residents of the new state. The Act also defines the boundaries of the new State and the Capital, and includes provisions for elections, federal property, and the establishment of a Statehood Transition Commission.

The WILLIS Act prohibits federal funding to the Fulton County, Georgia District Attorney's Office. It rescinds any unspent federal funds allocated to the Fulton County District Attorney's Office. The Attorney General must recover all federal funds spent by the office after January 1, 2021.

The "Endangered Species Transparency and Reasonableness Act of 2025" aims to increase transparency and incorporate local data in Endangered Species Act decisions. It requires the publication of data used for species listing decisions online, unless restricted by state law or national security. The bill also mandates the disclosure of federal expenditures related to Endangered Species Act litigation and aligns the awarding of legal fees with existing federal law. Additionally, it ensures that data submitted by State, Tribal, or county governments is considered as "best scientific and commercial data available".

This proposed constitutional amendment would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation during a fiscal year if they fail to pass a concurrent budget resolution before the start of that fiscal year. This requirement would apply to fiscal years beginning after the amendment's ratification.

The GRAPE Act, or "Grape Research And Protection Expansion Act," aims to protect grape crops by amending the Federal Crop Insurance Act. It requires the development of a federal crop insurance policy for table, wine, and juice grapes against losses due to freeze events. The Corporation must research, develop, and make available this insurance policy and report their findings to Congress.

The "Broadband Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act" streamlines the modification process for existing wireless and telecommunications infrastructure. It mandates quicker approvals by state and local governments for upgrades that don't significantly alter the structure's size, setting a 60-day approval timeframe with automatic approval if no decision is made. The Act limits documentation requirements and allows federal lawsuits for enforcement, aiming to accelerate broadband deployment and improve network resilience. The FCC is required to implement these changes within 180 days.

This concurrent resolution extends the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, allowing it to continue organizing the Presidential and Vice Presidential inauguration. The committee will retain its original powers and authority, beginning January 3, 2025. Additionally, it will maintain the authorization to use the Capitol's rotunda and Emancipation Hall for inaugural proceedings and ceremonies.

The "Territorial Tax Parity and Fairness Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code to clarify the tax status of certain Virgin Islands residents. Specifically, it ensures that bona fide residents of the Virgin Islands are not considered "United States persons" for tax purposes under certain conditions related to dividends received from Virgin Islands corporations. This change applies to taxable years of foreign corporations starting after December 31, 2024, and to the corresponding taxable years of individuals.

The "Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg Congressional Gold Medal Act" authorizes the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to award Jens Stoltenberg a Congressional Gold Medal. This medal recognizes Stoltenberg's contributions to the security, unity, and defense of NATO. The Act directs the Secretary of the Treasury to create the gold medal and allows for the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

The 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act authorizes a one-time grant between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000 to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum for operations, security, and maintenance. To receive the grant, the museum must offer free admission to certain groups, provide free admission hours to the general public, and allow annual federal audits of its financial records. The museum must also submit annual reports to Congress detailing how the grant funds were used. No additional funds are authorized beyond the initial appropriation for this grant.

The Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 would make daylight saving time permanent across the United States, effectively eliminating the need to change clocks twice a year. It repeals the section of the Uniform Time Act that allows for standard time and adjusts time zone offsets from Greenwich Mean Time. States that previously opted out of daylight saving time would have the option to choose between the new, permanent daylight saving time or the previous standard time.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to increase the railroad track maintenance credit from $3,500 to $6,100, adjusting for inflation after 2025. It applies to qualified expenditures starting January 1, 2024, for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The "Qualified Immunity Act of 2025" codifies qualified immunity for law enforcement officers, protecting them from liability in individual capacity unless the violated right was clearly established or a reasonable officer would have known their conduct was unlawful. It also shields law enforcement agencies and local governments from liability if the officer is not liable under the defined conditions or was acting within the scope of their employment. This act aims to balance accountability with the protection of officers performing their duties reasonably. The amendments will take effect 180 days after the enactment of the Act.

This resolution authorizes the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions to carry out its duties from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027, including making expenditures, employing personnel, and utilizing services from other government agencies. It sets specific limits on the committee's expenses for multiple periods between 2025 and 2027, including funds for consultants and staff training. The resolution outlines the procedures for covering committee expenses, primarily through the Senate's contingent fund, and specifies exceptions for certain routine payments. It also authorizes payments from the Senate's Inquiries and Investigations expense account for agency contributions related to committee employee compensation during the covered periods.

The "Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act" allows the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to build a monument on federal land in Washington, D.C., to honor Medal of Honor recipients. It places the National Medal of Honor Monument near the Lincoln Memorial, and overrides location restrictions to allow it to be within the Reserve, as defined in section 8902. All other provisions regarding commemorative works still apply.