Legislation

This bill formally elects specific members to serve on the House of Representatives' standing committees for Agriculture, Foreign Affairs, Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to limit the number of terms a person can serve in Congress. Representatives would be limited to six two-year terms, and Senators would be limited to two six-year terms. The term limits would not be applied retroactively to anyone serving before the 118th Congress.

The Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act ensures that veterans' service-connected disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs is not considered when determining income eligibility for housing assistance programs. This change aims to make housing more accessible for disabled veterans. Additionally, the Act requires a report to Congress reviewing the impact of disability compensation on eligibility for HUD programs, identifying inconsistencies, and suggesting improvements to better assist veterans and underserved communities.

This bill recognizes and commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., for 117 years of service since its founding in 1908. It acknowledges the sorority's global impact, its commitment to scholarship, unity, and service, and its various initiatives aimed at community enhancement and social justice. The bill also recognizes Vice President Kamala Harris as a member of the sorority.

This resolution expresses condolences for the 67 lives lost in the tragic collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and United States Army Aviation Brigade Priority Air Transport 25 on January 29, 2025. It also recognizes and appreciates the efforts of the first responders and the support from the community and nation.

This bill condemns Turkey's ongoing occupation of Cyprus, citing violations of international law, human rights, and UN resolutions. It calls for the withdrawal of Turkish troops, adherence to democratic principles, and a resolution based on a bizonal, bicommunal federation. The bill urges Turkey to cease interference in Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone, assist in locating missing American citizens, and remove illegal settlers from occupied territories. Finally, it encourages the President to prioritize resolving the Cyprus issue.

The "Grant Integrity and Border Security Act" mandates that applicants for federal grants must certify they have not, are not, and will not violate laws against bringing in or harboring undocumented immigrants. The Act allows federal agencies to withhold funds from grantees found in violation of immigration laws. It also requires the Attorney General to provide information on individuals convicted or suspected of violating these laws.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' belief that the NSA's bulk collection of telephone records was illegal and unconstitutional. It asserts that Edward Snowden's disclosure of this program was in the public interest. Therefore, the bill suggests that the Federal Government should drop all charges against Edward Snowden.

The Health Care PRICE Transparency Act aims to increase price transparency in healthcare by requiring hospitals to post standard charges for services online in a consumer-friendly format, and mandating health plans and insurers to provide detailed information on in-network and out-of-network costs, as well as prescription drug prices. It also requires health insurance exchanges to provide individuals with cost-sharing estimates and information on deductibles, in-network rates, and potential out-of-network billing. Non-compliant hospitals may face civil monetary penalties.

The Legal Workforce Act mandates employers to verify employees' work eligibility through a federal verification system, requires the use of secure identity authentication technologies, and increases penalties for hiring unauthorized workers. It establishes a federal employment eligibility verification system, preempts state laws on employment eligibility verification, and protects employers from liability if they act in good faith based on the system's information. The Act also includes measures to prevent fraud and misuse of documents and Social Security numbers, and requires audits to identify unauthorized workers.

This bill amends House rules to allow staffers who are members of the armed forces and already hold a security clearance from the Department of Defense to be exempt from the limit on the number of employees in a Member's office who can have security clearances. This exemption applies to staffers working for members of specific House committees and subcommittees related to defense, homeland security, foreign affairs, and intelligence. The employee's security clearance level cannot be higher than their existing Department of Defense clearance or the highest level the office can sponsor.

The "Dairy Farm Resiliency Act" amends the Agricultural Act of 2014 to improve the Dairy Margin Coverage program. It updates the production history calculation for dairy farms and increases the coverage levels for Tier I and Tier II. These changes aim to provide better support and stability for dairy farmers.

The "AMERICANS Act" addresses the COVID-19 vaccine mandate's impact on service members by preventing new mandates without congressional approval and prohibiting adverse actions based solely on vaccination status. It offers remedies for those discharged or negatively affected, including discharge upgrades, reinstatement, and compensation. The act prioritizes retaining unvaccinated members, limits consideration of vaccination status for assignments, requires a COVID-19 vaccine exemption process, and terminates bonus repayment obligations for those separated due to vaccine refusal.

This resolution authorizes the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to spend money from the Senate's contingent fund, hire staff, and utilize personnel from other government entities to support its functions, including holding hearings and conducting investigations, from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It sets specific expense limits for the committee during three defined periods, covering costs such as salaries, consultants, staff training, and agency contributions related to employee compensation. Vouchers approved by the chairman will cover the committee's expenses, with some exceptions for routine costs like salaries and telecommunications. Payments for agency contributions related to committee employee compensation will be authorized from the Senate's Inquiries and Investigations expense account.

The "Victims Of Immigration Crime Engagement Restoration Act" or the "VOICE Restoration Act" re-establishes the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office within US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to support victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants, witnesses, and their legal representatives by providing resources, referrals, and information. It mandates VOICE to offer a toll-free hotline, local contacts, and assistance with custody status updates, as well as requiring quarterly reports to Congress and executive leaders analyzing the impact of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants.

This bill allocates \$19,240,928 from the House of Representatives' funds to cover the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence during the 119th Congress, including staff salaries. It sets spending limits for the first and second sessions of the Congress and mandates that all payments be made through vouchers approved by the House Administration Committee. Funds provided must be spent in accordance with the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.

This resolution authorizes the Committee on Indian Affairs to spend money from the Senate's contingent fund, hire staff, and utilize personnel from other government departments or agencies from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It sets limits on the committee's expenses during specified periods, including allocations for consultants and staff training. The resolution also outlines how the committee will handle its expenses and agency contributions, with specific exclusions and authorizations for payments related to employee compensation.

This bill sets the daily meeting time for the House of Representatives during the 119th Congress. The House will meet at 2 p.m. on Mondays, noon on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and 9 a.m. on all other days.

The Disaster Reforestation Act modifies the rules for deducting casualty losses of uncut timber due to fire, storm, theft, or other casualties. Taxpayers can deduct losses based on the difference between the timber's appraised value before the loss and its salvage value, with specific appraisal and reforestation requirements. The definition of "other casualties" includes losses from wood-destroying insects or invasive species, or severe drought. It applies to timber held for sale in a trade or business that is not a passive activity for losses sustained in taxable years beginning after the enactment of this Act.

This resolution elects Representative Michael Guest to serve as chair of the House Committee on Ethics.