Legislation

This resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of the inaugural flight of Space Shuttle Atlantis and formally recognizes the enduring economic, educational, and cultural contributions of the Kennedy Space Center. It celebrates the legacy of the Space Shuttle Program, which was central to major achievements like building the International Space Station. The resolution highlights how the Center continues to drive significant economic activity and inspire future generations in Florida and the United States.

The Campus Accountability and Safety Act significantly overhauls the Clery Act by mandating more detailed, transparent crime reporting, especially concerning student-involved sex crimes. It establishes new requirements for colleges to appoint trauma-informed specialists to support survivors of sexual and interpersonal violence. Furthermore, the bill requires the Department of Education to create a public website tracking campus safety enforcement actions and enhances federal grant programs to explicitly include sexual harassment as a covered crime.

The INFANT Act of 2025 aims to improve how states procure infant formula for the WIC program by clarifying the competitive bidding process. This legislation mandates that states select the two lowest-priced manufacturers from sealed bids to serve as primary and secondary suppliers. The bill also updates terminology within WIC regulations to reflect the designation of two contract awardees.

The Federal Employees Civil Relief Act temporarily halts certain legal and administrative actions that could negatively affect the civil rights of federal employees and contractors during a government shutdown. This protection includes pausing evictions, foreclosures, lien enforcement, and providing relief for student loan and income tax obligations. The law also ensures that seeking these protections will not negatively impact an employee's credit or future financial standing.

This Act authorizes the creation and issuance of a new circulating $2.50 coin to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The bill also allows the Treasury Secretary to mint special numismatic (collector's) $2.50 coins in precious metals. Both coin types will feature initial designs inspired by the 1926 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin, celebrating American liberty and heritage. Congress hopes these coins will be available by July 4, 2026.

The Right to Override Act establishes mandatory policies requiring healthcare providers to ensure Artificial Intelligence Clinical Decision Support Systems (AICDSS) support, rather than replace, professional medical judgment. It provides robust whistleblower protections and prohibits retaliation against staff who correctly override AI recommendations or report concerns. The bill assigns enforcement authority to HHS and the Department of Labor, imposing significant civil penalties for non-compliance.

The Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act addresses the widespread issue of inaccurate penicillin allergy labels, which often lead to poorer patient outcomes. This bill mandates that Medicare cover and require physicians to perform a formal penicillin allergy verification and evaluation for seniors during their initial and annual wellness visits. The goal is to correctly identify patients who can safely take penicillin, improving care and promoting responsible antibiotic stewardship.

This joint resolution directs the President to immediately remove United States Armed Forces from any hostilities within or against Venezuela that lack explicit authorization from Congress. It asserts that only Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war or approve such military actions. The bill ensures that U.S. forces can only remain if acting in self-defense against an armed attack.

This Act establishes a three-year pilot program to provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) or PTSD, funded solely through donations. It also mandates an updated Government Accountability Office (GAO) report assessing recent clinical trials on HBOT for these conditions. Finally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain limitations on veteran pension payments.

The National Security Biotechnology Workforce Training Act establishes a mandatory annual training program within the Department of Defense for military personnel, civilian employees, and contractors working in biotechnology. This program will cover the science, applications, ethics, and national security implications of biotechnology, especially as it converges with AI and other critical technologies. The Secretary of Defense must develop and update this tailored training within one year of enactment, with the program set to sunset five years after its launch.

The SAFE TRACKS Act requires states to update their highway-rail grade crossing safety plans to specifically address and reduce pedestrian fatalities and suicides along railroad tracks. These updated plans must detail collaboration strategies with railroads, mental health agencies, and law enforcement. States are mandated to submit these comprehensive safety reports to the Federal Railroad Administration every five years.

The Kayla Hamilton Act overhauls the placement and safety protocols for unaccompanied alien children in federal custody. It mandates stricter vetting of sponsors and households, prohibiting placement with individuals having certain criminal histories. Furthermore, the bill requires enhanced screening for flight risk, gang affiliation, and criminal records for older children before release decisions are made. Finally, it streamlines implementation by exempting certain administrative rulemaking processes.

The Main Street Parity Act modifies the eligibility criteria for Small Business Administration (SBA) loans used for facility acquisition, construction, conversion, or expansion. This legislation streamlines the requirements by removing two specific conditions previously listed under the Small Business Investment Act of 1958. The bill makes technical adjustments to ensure the remaining loan criteria are consistent and up-to-date.

The Employee Rights Act mandates that union representation must be chosen through a secret ballot election run by the NLRB, and it prohibits non-lawful workers from voting in union elections. The bill also tightens the definition of an employee versus an independent contractor and limits the use of employee contact information provided for organizing drives. Furthermore, it restricts union dues spending to bargaining activities unless explicit, time-limited written consent is obtained from the employee.

The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act establishes a new federal process allowing victims of human trafficking to petition courts to vacate convictions or expunge arrest records related to crimes committed as a direct result of their victimization. It also introduces a duress defense based on trafficking victimization for defendants facing federal charges. Furthermore, the bill ensures grant funding for legal representation can be used for post-conviction relief and mandates reports to track the implementation of these new survivor protections.

The PASS Act of 2025 expands the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review of transactions involving U.S. agriculture and related biotechnology. This legislation mandates the President to prohibit investments or purchases of U.S. agricultural land by "covered foreign persons" from prohibited countries like China and Russia. The bill also adds the Secretary of Agriculture to the CFIUS review process and requires regular reporting on the risks posed by foreign purchases of U.S. agricultural businesses.

The Halting International Relocation of Employment Act (HIRE Act) imposes a steep 25% excise tax on U.S. companies making payments for services directed toward U.S. consumers that are performed overseas. Furthermore, the bill prohibits businesses from deducting these "outsourcing payments" from their taxable income. Revenue generated from this tax and related penalties will fund a new Domestic Workforce Fund dedicated to American job training and development programs. These provisions are set to take effect for payments made after December 31, 2025.

The Restrict Ugly Money Portraits of 2025 (TRUMP Act of 2025) prohibits placing the portrait of any living President on U.S. coins or currency. Furthermore, the bill generally bans the depiction of any living person on the design of U.S. paper currency. This legislation amends existing federal code regarding the design of U.S. money.

The Italian Heroes and Heritage Act seeks to reaffirm the celebration of Christopher Columbus Day on October 13th, honoring both Columbus's voyage and Italian-American heritage, including victims of the 1891 New Orleans lynching. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the distribution of federal funds to any local government that chooses to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day *instead of* Columbus Day. This restriction applies for one year following October 13, 2025, and on every subsequent Columbus Day.

The Coastal Infrastructure Improvement Act establishes a new research and development program focused on finding innovative, nature-inspired technologies to combat shoreline erosion and coastal flooding. This initiative directs the Secretary of the Army to explore sustainable alternatives to traditional hard structures like seawalls. The program will run for six years, culminating in a report to Congress with recommendations for future action.