Legislation

The MEALS Act of 2025 aims to significantly strengthen security measures for the Summer EBT program to combat fraud, specifically targeting theft like card skimming and cloning. It mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to establish industry-standard security guidance and formal rules requiring participants to adopt these measures. Furthermore, the bill ensures that stolen benefits resulting from skimming or cloning will be replaced, provided states and tribes submit approved operational plans for handling theft claims. The Act also requires comprehensive reporting to Congress and an independent review by the GAO on payment system security risks.

The Protecting Children from Experimentation Act of 2025 establishes a new federal crime prohibiting healthcare professionals from performing specific gender transition procedures on minors under 18. This bill imposes criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for violations connected to interstate commerce. Minors subjected to these procedures are explicitly protected from prosecution and granted the right to sue those involved. The Act broadly defines banned procedures, including the use of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and various surgeries, while carving out exceptions for certain medical conditions and life-saving measures.

The Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act is a comprehensive bill designed to stabilize and strengthen rural healthcare infrastructure across the nation. It achieves this by permanently enhancing Medicare payment structures for rural hospitals, reducing regulatory burdens, and establishing new grant programs to foster innovative care delivery models. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to ensure the financial viability of these essential providers and improve access to care for rural beneficiaries.

The Excess Urban Heat Mitigation Act of 2025 establishes a new grant program to combat dangerous urban heat islands, which disproportionately affect low-income and minority communities. This program will fund eligible entities for projects like tree planting, installing cool pavements, and establishing cooling centers. At least 75% of the annual funding must target designated low-income census tracts, ensuring resources are directed to the most vulnerable areas. The Act authorizes $30 million annually through fiscal year 2033 to support these essential mitigation efforts.

The RAVES Reporting Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive study and guidance on converting abandoned rural factories and military bases into modern space-related manufacturing facilities. This report, led by the Secretary of Defense, must detail the costs, economic impact, workforce needs, and potential funding sources for these conversions. The goal is to revitalize rural areas by positioning them as key hubs for the growing aerospace industry.

The Living Organ Donor Tax Credit Act establishes a new federal tax credit of up to \$5,000 for living donors who incur expenses related to donating a qualified life-saving organ. This credit is designed to reimburse costs such as travel, lodging, lost wages, and medical expenses associated with the donation process. The bill ensures this tax benefit coordinates with existing federal support programs and clarifies that it does not constitute illegal payment for organs.

The Securing Innovation in Financial Regulation Act establishes dedicated innovation hubs within both the SEC (FinHub) and the CFTC (LabCFTC). These new offices are tasked with engaging with financial technology (fintech) innovators to better understand emerging technologies. Ultimately, the goal is to promote responsible innovation while ensuring market participants understand existing regulatory requirements.

This resolution formally recognizes and honors the 250th birthday of the United States Army, celebrating its 250 years of service, valor, and dedication to defending American freedom. Congress expresses deep appreciation for the Army's history, its commitment to core values, and its current readiness to meet any future global challenge. The resolution encourages the American public to observe this significant anniversary with appropriate ceremonies.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' belief that active fatherhood is essential for children's development, leading to economic prosperity and educational success. It recognizes the challenges created by fatherlessness and commits to supporting policies that encourage fathers to be fully involved in their children's lives. The bill aims to promote strong two-parent homes through various community investments and policy reviews.

This resolution formally denounces the antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, carried out by an individual who entered the U.S. illegally. It uses this event to emphasize the critical need for stricter vetting of visa applicants and improved cooperation between state and federal law enforcement agencies. The bill also specifically criticizes Colorado's sanctuary state laws for hindering immigration enforcement efforts. Ultimately, it affirms the importance of open communication between all levels of law enforcement to prevent future acts of terrorism.

This resolution expresses support for recognizing the first week of June as Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Awareness Week. The goal is to increase public understanding of this chronic, painful skin disease affecting millions of Americans. By promoting awareness, the resolution aims to encourage earlier diagnosis, improved access to treatment, and increased research for this debilitating condition.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday. It highlights her dedication to her family, her tireless advocacy for national literacy, and her compassionate service as Second Lady and First Lady. Congress commends her enduring legacy as a model citizen for the nation.

This resolution recognizes World Oceans Day and affirms the critical need to protect, conserve, and rebuild the ocean and its vital resources. It highlights the severe threats facing marine ecosystems, including pollution, acidification, and warming. The bill commits the U.S. to increasing investment in ocean science and monitoring to better manage these challenges. Ultimately, this recognizes our shared duty to safeguard the ocean for economic stability and future generations.

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to change the process for admitting new states to the Union. It would lower the requirement for Congressional approval from a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate to a simple majority in each chamber. If ratified by three-fourths of the states, this would make it easier for new states to join the United States.

This resolution establishes the expedited process for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on H.R. 3001, a bill aimed at advancing commonsense priorities. It waives standard procedural rules to immediately begin a strictly limited debate followed by a final vote. The process specifically sets the terms for considering a substitute amendment to the bill, ensuring only the final version submitted by Representative Fitzpatrick is debated.

The Training and Nutrition Stability Act amends the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by removing an outdated rule. Crucially, this bill excludes income earned from specific employment and job training programs when calculating a household's SNAP eligibility. This change aims to encourage participation in workforce development and rehabilitation efforts without negatively impacting food assistance benefits.

The Stopping the Theft and Destruction of Broadband Act of 2025 strengthens federal law to explicitly prohibit the destruction of broadband internet access service facilities. This update broadens protection beyond defense-related infrastructure to cover any privately or publicly operated broadband service. The Act provides a clear definition of what constitutes broadband internet access service under federal protection.

The Understanding the True Cost of College Act of 2025 mandates that all institutions receiving federal student aid must use a new, standardized "Financial Aid Offer" form. This form will clearly break down direct and indirect college costs, explicitly separate grants from loans, and prominently display the student's estimated net price. The goal is to ensure students can easily compare aid packages and understand the true financial commitment before enrolling.

The Military Chaplains Act of 2025 affirms the historical importance of religious freedom within the U.S. Armed Forces. This bill fundamentally redefines the duties, responsibilities, and protections for chaplains across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force. Crucially, it guarantees that chaplains must perform their duties according to their sincerely held religious beliefs and are explicitly protected from being forced to conduct any religious act contrary to their faith. Violations of these new protections for chaplains can result in prosecution under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

The End Driving While Intoxicated Act of 2025 aims to combat rising drunk driving fatalities by establishing a national standard for ignition interlock devices (IIDs). This bill mandates that states require DWI offenders to use IIDs for a minimum of 180 days or face penalties involving the withholding of federal highway funds. The legislation seeks to leverage the proven effectiveness of IIDs in reducing repeat offenses across the country.