Legislation

This bill expresses support for Wildfire Preparedness Week, a national event focused on educating the public on fire safety and preparedness. It highlights the significant impact of wildfires in the United States, including the acres burned and the need for preventative measures. The bill supports resources and educational programs that teach communities to prevent wildfires through early warning systems, reducing human-caused ignitions, and safe evacuation practices for people and animals. It also commits to providing financial support to communities affected by catastrophic firestorms.

The FORECAST Act of 2025 aims to enhance weather research and forecasting capabilities by improving seasonal predictability, utilizing advanced technologies like AI, and supporting the development of a skilled workforce in weather and Earth system modeling. It directs the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA to conduct research, collect observational data, and advance forecast systems. The act also establishes the "Weather and Earth System Modeling and Data Assimilation Workforce Innovation Program" to support education, recruitment, and address workforce needs through scholarships, research funding, and strategic human capital planning. Finally, it authorizes specific appropriations for these activities in fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

The Hudson River Protection Act prohibits vessels from anchoring on a specified portion of the Hudson River, except in designated anchorage areas established before 2021, to protect the river's environmental and cultural resources.

The Easter Monday Act of 2025 amends federal law to recognize Easter Monday as a legal public holiday. This act adds Easter Monday to the list of days on which federal government offices are closed and federal employees are granted paid time off.

The Smart Ship Repair Act of 2025 amends a section of title 10 of the United States Code to change the definition of "short-term work" related to Navy construction projects from 12 months to 18 months. This applies to Navy construction of combatant and escort vessels and assignment of vessel projects.

The Protect National Service Act prohibits the use of federal funds to eliminate the Corporation for National and Community Service, emphasizing the importance of national service programs like AmeriCorps and Senior Corps. It affirms that any changes to the Corporation must be done through congressional action and in accordance with existing laws. The CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service is required to certify compliance with these provisions to Congress.

This bill nullifies and prohibits the reissuance of interagency guidance that advises large financial institutions on managing climate-related financial risks. Effectively, it stops federal banking regulators from providing guidance to large banks on how to consider climate change in their risk management practices.

The Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act of 2025 (SAVES Act) directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a pilot program that awards grants to nonprofit organizations providing service dogs to veterans. These grants, up to $2,000,000 each, will support programs that offer service dogs to veterans with physical or mental health conditions, ensuring the dogs are provided at no cost to the veteran. The VA will also provide veterinary insurance for these service dogs and oversee the grant program's implementation. $10,000,000 is authorized to be appropriated for each of the five fiscal years following the establishment of the pilot program.

The Clean Energy Victory Bond Act of 2025 directs the Treasury Secretary to issue Clean Energy Victory Bonds to fund clean energy projects at the federal, state, and local levels. Bond proceeds will support a variety of initiatives, including energy efficiency programs, grid enhancements, clean energy tax incentives, and zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. A minimum of 40% of the funds will be dedicated to clean energy projects benefiting disadvantaged communities. The bonds will accrue interest, with an additional return based on savings from reduced federal energy spending and interest collected on loans financed by the bond proceeds.

The DISASTER Act of 2025 requires the Office of Management and Budget to submit an annual report to Congress detailing all federal disaster-related assistance spending, including obligations for response, recovery, and mitigation, starting with the fiscal year 2027 budget. This report will provide a comprehensive overview of disaster spending by agency, account, specific disaster, and type of assistance, and will be publicly available in a searchable format. The goal of this act is to improve transparency and inform budget decisions related to disaster relief.

This resolution urges the Secretary of Health and Human Services to withdraw a notice that reduces public notice and comment opportunities. It emphasizes the importance of public participation in the regulatory process, particularly for regulations impacting millions of Americans. The resolution supports maintaining existing practices that ensure input from various stakeholders when regulatory changes are proposed.

The ALERT Act, or All Economic Regulations are Transparent Act, aims to increase transparency in federal rule-making by requiring agencies to submit detailed monthly reports on upcoming regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA). OIRA will then publish this information online, including cost-benefit analyses, potential economic impacts, and scientific data, and create an annual cumulative assessment. The Act also stipulates that a rule cannot take effect until information about it has been publicly available on the internet for at least 6 months, with certain exceptions. Ultimately, the goal of the ALERT Act is to provide the public with more accessible and comprehensive information about proposed and finalized rules.

The "Red Tape Reduction Act of 2025" reinstates a de minimis exception for third-party settlement organizations, requiring them to report information only if transactions exceed $10,000 or 50 transactions. It also aligns backup withholding rules with these thresholds, ensuring consistency in reporting requirements for third-party network transactions. These changes are effective for transactions and calendar years after December 31, 2024.

The Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve nutrition programs for young children. It revises eligibility criteria for proprietary child care centers, mandates a review of the serious deficiency process, and adjusts reimbursement rules for additional meals or snacks. The Act also establishes an advisory committee to reduce unnecessary paperwork for program participants while maintaining accountability. Finally, it updates the index used to adjust payments.

The "National Energy Dominance Council Act of 2025" establishes a council within the Executive Office of the President, tasked with advising the President on strategies to achieve U.S. energy dominance across all energy sectors. This council aims to streamline processes, foster cooperation between the government and private sector, and develop a National Energy Dominance Strategy. Additionally, the Act includes the Secretary of the Interior as a member of the National Security Council.

The "Safeguarding Charity Act" clarifies that federal tax exemptions for certain organizations, such as charities, are not considered federal financial assistance unless explicitly stated in law or regulation. This ensures that these organizations are not unintentionally subjected to additional regulations or requirements associated with federal financial assistance. The Act aims to provide clarity and stability to the non-profit sector by defining the scope of federal financial assistance.

The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 makes the adoption tax credit refundable, allowing more families to benefit from it regardless of their tax liability. It also streamlines the process for verifying legal adoptions through standardized affidavits. These changes apply to taxable years after December 31, 2024, with provisions to carry forward any excess credit from the previous year.

The "Stop Stealing our Chips Act" incentivizes individuals to report export control violations, especially those involving advanced AI chips being diverted to hostile countries, by establishing a whistleblower program that offers monetary rewards for original information leading to penalties. It also protects whistleblowers from employer retaliation and ensures confidentiality, while creating a dedicated fund to support the program and compensate victims. This act aims to bolster national security by improving enforcement of export control laws through incentivized reporting and protection of whistleblowers.

The Uniformed Services Leave Parity Act aligns leave provisions for members of the Public Health Service with those of the Armed Forces. This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to include a chapter on leave and repeals the section that previously addressed this issue.

The Livestock Indemnity Program Improvement Act of 2025 amends the Agricultural Act of 2014 to clarify and improve livestock indemnity payments. It refines indemnity provisions and mandates the Secretary to determine market value quarterly in coordination with the Agricultural Marketing Service Administrator, utilizing appropriate resources.