Legislation

The "Commission to Relocate the Federal Bureaucracy Act" establishes a commission to study and recommend the relocation of certain federal agencies out of the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. The commission will evaluate potential new locations based on financial efficiency, infrastructure, partnership opportunities, and telework capabilities. A report with recommendations must be submitted to Congress within one year.

The "SALT Fairness and Marriage Penalty Elimination Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code to increase the deduction limit for state and local taxes. For individuals, the deduction limit is $100,000, and for joint returns, the limit is $200,000 for taxable years after 2024.

This bill directs the House of Representatives to form a committee that will work with a Senate committee to notify the President that Congress is assembled and ready to receive communication. The committee will be composed of two members appointed by the Speaker of the House. The purpose of the committee is to formally inform the President that Congress is prepared to conduct business.

The "No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2025" amends eligibility requirements for food and nutrition benefits. To qualify, households must meet specific income and resource criteria outlined in the bill. The act takes effect one year after enactment and applies to certification periods beginning after that date.

The Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali posthumously, in recognition of his achievements as an athlete, civil rights champion, and humanitarian. Following the presentation, the medal will be given to his wife, Lonnie Ali. The Act also permits the creation and sale of bronze duplicates of the gold medal to cover production costs, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.

The "Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act" amends Title 10 of the United States Code to allow military retirees with any service-connected disability to receive both retired pay and veterans' disability compensation concurrently, eliminating the previous disability rating requirement. It adjusts how disability retirees with fewer than 20 years of service have their retired pay reduced and updates references and headings to reflect these changes. These amendments will take effect the first day of the month following the enactment of this Act, applying to payments for subsequent months.

The "Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act of 2025" aims to improve traffic stop safety by establishing a grant program. This program, managed by the Attorney General, will provide funding to local, State, and Tribal governments to facilitate the enforcement of traffic violations by civilians or traffic monitoring technology rather than law enforcement officers. The goal is to reduce interactions between law enforcement and the public during routine traffic stops, potentially minimizing escalations and promoting safer outcomes. The act authorizes $100 million in funding annually from 2026 to 2031 to support these initiatives.

This joint resolution seeks to nullify the Environmental Protection Agency's rule concerning the phasedown of hydrofluorocarbons, specifically targeting the management of certain hydrofluorocarbons and their substitutes as outlined in the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020. By disapproving the rule, the resolution aims to prevent its enforcement and implementation.

The Knife Owners’ Protection Act of 2025 ensures that individuals can transport knives between locations where possession is legal, provided the knives are transported in a locked container and are not directly accessible. It protects individuals complying with these rules from arrest or detention under state or local knife laws, and allows legal action against entities that infringe upon these rights. This act does not limit existing state laws regarding knife possession, carry, or transport, nor does it add restrictions to air travel with knives.

The "Paws Off Act of 2025" mandates warning labels on food products containing xylitol, highlighting its toxicity to dogs. The Food and Drug Administration is directed to implement this labeling requirement through an interim rule within 6 months and a final rule within 1 year.

This resolution establishes the procedures for the House of Representatives to debate and vote on H.R. 27, a bill addressing the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances under the Controlled Substances Act. It sets time limits for debate, approves a specific amendment, and allows for one additional amendment and a motion to reconsider the bill. The resolution streamlines the process for considering this legislation.

The "No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act" mandates the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to destroy all firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses within 90 days of enactment. It also eliminates the requirement for these businesses to send these records to the Attorney General. Finally, the Act requires the Director of the ATF to submit a report to Congress detailing the number of records destroyed.

The "Supporting All Producers Act" or "SAP Act" amends the Agricultural Act of 2014, requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to consult with maple industry stakeholders to gather input on research and education priorities before issuing grant applications for the Acer Access and Development Program. It also mandates the Secretary to consider the information provided during these consultations when awarding grants and extends the Acer Access and Development Program's authorization through 2030.

The "Unrecognized Southeast Alaska Native Communities Recognition and Compensation Act" allows Alaska Natives in Haines, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Tenakee, and Wrangell to form Urban Corporations and receive settlement land under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. It ensures these new Urban Corporations' shareholders remain eligible for distributions from the Regional Corporation for Southeast Alaska. The Act authorizes the conveyance of approximately 23,040 acres of federal land to each Urban Corporation and addresses land use considerations, including subsistence, recreation, and existing special use authorizations. It also enables the establishment of settlement trusts to support the health, education, and welfare of trust beneficiaries and preserve Native heritage.

The "Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act of 2025" makes it mandatory for the Department of Homeland Security to implement the Migrant Protection Protocols, which require certain migrants to remain in a foreign country while awaiting immigration proceedings in the U.S. This is achieved by changing the language in the Immigration and Nationality Act from permissive to mandatory regarding the implementation of these protocols.

This resolution emphasizes the importance of the Department of Health and Human Services' role in providing timely and accurate health information to the public. It recognizes the value of resources like the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report and the Health Alert Network in protecting public health. The resolution expresses the Senate's belief that Americans should have continuous access to this vital information.

The "No Subsidies for Wealthy Universities Act" aims to limit federal research funding to higher education institutions based on the size of their endowment funds. It prohibits the use of federal research award funds to cover indirect costs for institutions with over $5 billion in endowment funds and sets caps on indirect cost rates for institutions with endowments between $2 billion and $5 billion, as well as for all other higher education institutions. The Act also mandates annual reporting on endowment funds and requires the Comptroller General to submit annual reports to Congress on indirect costs reimbursed to higher education institutions for federal research awards.

The "Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2025" amends the Internal Revenue Code to specify that expenses paid for an abortion cannot be claimed as a medical expense deduction. This change applies to taxable years starting after the enactment of this Act.

The "Stopping Border Surges Act" aims to reform immigration laws related to unaccompanied alien children and the asylum process. It changes how unaccompanied children and families are processed, focusing on detention standards and eligibility for special immigrant status. The act also modifies asylum procedures, affecting credible fear interviews, application jurisdiction, and penalties for fraud, with the goal of streamlining the system and deterring abuse.

The "Fix Our Forests Act" aims to improve forest management and wildfire resilience through landscape-scale restoration, community protection in wildland-urban interfaces, and enhanced transparency and technology. It establishes programs for wildfire risk reduction, reforestation, and biochar development, while also focusing on restoring white oak populations and supporting the families of firefighters. The act streamlines project approvals, encourages collaboration, and implements litigation reforms to expedite forest management activities. Additionally, it creates a casualty assistance program for firefighters and support personnel who are seriously injured, become ill, or die while on duty.