Legislation

The Clean Cloud Act of 2025 amends the Clean Air Act to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from large data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities ("covered facilities") by collecting data on their energy consumption and sources, establishing emissions performance standards based on regional grid baselines, and assessing fees for exceeding those baselines. Revenue from these fees will fund program administration, grants to lower residential electricity costs, and incentives for zero-carbon electricity generation and energy storage. The Act mandates public disclosure of facility-specific energy and emissions data while protecting confidential business information.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 5, 2025, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls" to raise awareness of the crisis, remember victims, and support their families. It acknowledges the disproportionately high rates of violence experienced by Indigenous women and girls and the need for continued action and updated research on this issue. The resolution also recognizes past and present efforts to address the crisis, including Operation Lady Justice, the Savannas Act, the Not Invisible Act, and the establishment of dedicated units and commissions.

This bill recognizes the vital role of elementary and secondary teachers in the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States. It supports National Teacher Appreciation Week in 2025 to raise awareness and encourage respect for the teaching profession, urging communities to acknowledge and thank educators for their contributions.

The TSA Commuting Fairness Act requires the TSA Administrator to conduct a study on the feasibility of counting travel time between regular duty locations and airport parking/transit stops as on-duty hours for TSA employees. The study will assess various factors, including travel times at different airport sizes, potential benefits to employees and the TSA, technological feasibility for tracking, and estimated costs. Results of the study will be submitted to specific committees in the House and Senate.

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize payments to children's hospitals that operate graduate medical education programs. It extends the program, which supports teaching hospitals, through 2030.

This bill allows the National Fraternal Order of Police to use the Capitol Grounds for the 44th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service on May 15, 2025, to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. It also permits the "National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition" on May 14, 2025, to showcase law enforcement honor guard programs and bagpipe performances. The events must be free, open to the public, and arranged so as not to interfere with the needs of Congress, with the sponsors responsible for all expenses and liabilities. The Capitol Police Board is directed to enforce restrictions on sales, advertisements, displays, and solicitations on the Capitol Grounds during these events.

The North American Energy Act streamlines the approval process for cross-border energy infrastructure projects, such as oil and natural gas pipelines and electric transmission facilities, by designating specific agencies to issue certificates of crossing within a defined timeframe. It removes the requirement for Presidential permits for these projects and aims to expedite the approval of natural gas import/export applications with Canada and Mexico. The Act excludes existing facilities and modifications to existing facilities from the new certificate requirements and sets a one-year effective date for key provisions, including rulemaking by relevant agencies.

The Expedited Appeals Review Act (EARA) aims to expedite the resolution of appeals to the Board of Land Appeals regarding Department of the Interior decisions. It allows parties to request an expedited review, mandating the Board to issue a final decision within 6 months of the written notice, but no earlier than 18 months after the initial appeal filing. Failure by the Board to meet this deadline results in the Department of the Interior's decision being considered a final agency action, subject to judicial review. This Act prioritizes these timelines over conflicting deadlines in other laws.

The NRCS Wetland Compliance and Appeals Reform Act amends the Food Security Act of 1985 to reform Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) practices related to wetland determinations. It clarifies standards for wetland compliance, shifts the burden of proof to the Secretary of Agriculture, and establishes an appeal process for landowners, including the right to an on-site visit and state oversight committees. The Act also mandates customer satisfaction surveys, retraining for judges, and compensation for successful appellants and prohibits the NRCS from acquiring any permanent easement.

The Dismantle DEI Act of 2025 seeks to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives within the federal government, training programs, contracting, grants, advisory committees, and educational accreditation. It restricts the use of federal funds for DEI-related activities, prohibits the promotion of specific concepts related to race, gender, and identity, and protects federal employees from being penalized for disagreeing with DEI programs. The act also empowers individuals to sue over violations of the act. This legislation aims to ensure non-discrimination in federal programs and activities and sets standards for accrediting agencies.

The LIABLE Act allows U.S. nationals, members of the armed forces, and U.S. government employees/contractors to sue international organizations in U.S. courts for monetary damages resulting from acts of terrorism, such as torture, extrajudicial killing, aircraft sabotage, or hostage-taking, if the organization provided material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. This applies if the international organization is based or has a significant presence in the U.S. The act stipulates that lawsuits must be filed within 20 years of the cause of action.

The "New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act of 2025" amends the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Poultry Products Inspection Act to allow interstate shipment of meat and poultry products inspected under state programs. It authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to oversee state meat and poultry inspection programs, enforce federal requirements, and report on the status of these programs. This act overrides state laws that restrict the sale of state-inspected meat and poultry products in interstate commerce, aiming to broaden market access for state-inspected producers.

This bill addresses the humanitarian crisis in Cameroon, marked by armed conflicts, displacement, and human rights abuses. It urges the Department of Homeland Security to create a humanitarian parole program for Cameroonian nationals seeking refuge in the U.S. and calls for resources to support the successful resettlement of Cameroonian immigrants.

The Matthew Lawrence Perna Act of 2025 aims to protect the rights of political protesters by preventing pre-trial detention for non-violent offenders, ensuring speedy trials, and providing remedies for malicious over-prosecution. It also limits the use of national security authority against U.S. citizens and mandates disclosure of surveillance information to the citizens in question. Additionally, the Act encourages judges to consider minimum sentences for covered political protest offenses and allows defendants facing trial in Washington, D.C., to request a change of venue to their home district.

The National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2025 aims to address nursing shortages by creating and supporting state-based nursing workforce centers through a pilot program. These centers will analyze workforce data, research nursing programs, and implement strategies to recruit, retain, and support nurses. The Act prioritizes equitable distribution of grants across geographical regions and encourages public-private partnerships. Additionally, it expands existing health workforce analysis programs to include specific support for the nursing workforce and mandates collaboration with nursing workforce centers.

The Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2025 aims to deter and prevent the unlawful or wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad by enabling the Secretary of State to designate countries as State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention and requiring passenger certification regarding travel advisory awareness. It also establishes an advisory council on hostage-taking and wrongful detention and mandates a congressional report on components related to hostage affairs and recovery.

This bill disapproves of and nullifies the Department of Energy's rule on energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers.

The Maximum Pressure Act aims to increase pressure on Iran by codifying and expanding sanctions related to its nuclear program, ballistic missile development, support for terrorism, and human rights abuses. It targets key Iranian leaders, entities involved in arms sales, and various sectors of Iran's economy, while also enhancing congressional oversight of actions related to Iran sanctions. The bill also seeks to intensify financial pressure on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and prevent Iran from accessing international funds. Additionally, the act reinforces restrictions and oversight related to the IRGC and Ansar Allah (Houthis) and mandates a series of determinations and reports from government officials regarding Iran's activities.

This bill expresses support for designating May 2, 2025, as "NKH Awareness Day" to raise awareness of nonketotic hyperglycinemia (NKH), a rare genetic disorder. The bill acknowledges that increased awareness may lead to more research, participation in patient registries, and diagnoses. The House of Representatives acknowledges the importance of increasing awareness and education about NKH.

This bill designates May 5-9, 2025, as "Teacher Appreciation Week," recognizing the contributions of public school teachers and their support for various educational initiatives. It acknowledges teachers' dedication to improving education through innovative methods and emphasizes the importance of their involvement in shaping education policies. The bill encourages leaders to engage with teachers, ensuring their insights are included in classroom policies.