Legislation

This resolution calls upon all Americans to observe Memorial Day, 2025, as a solemn occasion to honor the men and women of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of freedom and peace. Congress recognizes the profound debt owed to these patriots who have died defending American values globally. The bill encourages a national expression of respect, pride, and gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

This Act officially extends full government-to-government recognition to the Haliwa Saponi Indian Tribe of North Carolina, acknowledging their continuous existence and historical ties. As a result, the Tribe and its members become eligible for all federal services and benefits available to federally recognized tribes. The law also grants the Secretary of the Interior the authority to take land into trust for the Tribe and establish a reservation.

The Stop Presidential Profiteering from Digital Assets Act prohibits covered federal officials and their families from creating, advertising, or selling digital assets that use their recognizable features for personal gain. This law applies even if the official consents to the use of their likeness. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is granted exclusive authority to enforce these provisions, including imposing significant civil penalties and seeking injunctions against violators.

The SALUTE Act establishes a pilot program to allow certain active-duty service members and their dependents to purchase supplemental private insurance for uncovered cancer-related medical expenses. This optional coverage will be offered through agreements with selected insurance companies, with participants paying the full premium cost. The Department of Defense must report on the program's success after three years to determine if it should become permanent.

The Caring for Seniors Act addresses the growing crisis in long-term care driven by an aging population and insufficient savings. This bill aims to strengthen the direct care workforce through new federal training programs. It also establishes a new cost-reduction program to provide monthly financial assistance to low-income seniors, encouraging them to reside in more affordable assisted living facilities instead of expensive nursing homes. Finally, the Act authorizes the reuse of recovered COVID-19 healthcare relief funds to support its initiatives.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating July 3 through July 10, 2025, as "National Extreme Heat Awareness Week." The goal is to raise public awareness about the significant dangers and widespread risks extreme heat poses to public safety, infrastructure, and the economy. By establishing this week, Congress encourages nationwide education and preparedness efforts to mitigate heat-related illnesses and fatalities.

This resolution recognizes National Foster Care Month to highlight the challenges faced by children in the foster care system and encourages Congress to implement policies that improve their lives. It reaffirms the commitment to supporting prevention, reunification, adoption, and successful transitions for youth aging out of care. The resolution also specifically honors the resilience of foster youth and the dedication of foster parents, advocates, and child welfare workers.

The No Wrong Door for Veterans Act reauthorizes and improves the VA's suicide prevention grant program, enhancing emergency care coordination for veterans in crisis. It also expands VA medical coverage to include prosthetics used for sports and recreational activities. Finally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain limits on veteran pension payments.

The ANCHOR Act directs the National Science Foundation to develop a comprehensive plan to significantly upgrade the cybersecurity and telecommunications infrastructure for the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. This plan must assess necessary network capabilities, identify security risks, estimate costs, and propose a funding strategy involving multiple stakeholders. The goal is to ensure research vessels have the necessary high-speed connectivity to support advanced science, crew well-being, and remote expertise.

This bill mandates that all aircraft operating within the nation's Class B airspace must be equipped with and actively use both ADS-B In and ADS-B Out tracking technology. It explicitly prohibits the FAA and the Secretary of Transportation from granting any exemptions to this requirement for any aircraft, including military planes. Furthermore, this legislation repeals a previous defense authorization that allowed certain Department of Defense aircraft to bypass ADS-B installation.

This resolution officially recognizes May as Jewish American Heritage Month to celebrate the significant contributions of Jewish Americans throughout U.S. history. It calls on leaders to use this month to educate the public about Jewish heritage and actively counter the current rise in antisemitism. The measure emphasizes the importance of ensuring the safety and dignity of the Jewish American community.

This resolution calls for the Federal Government to establish a comprehensive national biodiversity strategy to address the accelerating crisis of species loss in the U.S. and globally. The strategy must set ambitious goals, such as protecting 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030, while integrating scientific knowledge and Indigenous practices. Ultimately, this plan aims to coordinate federal efforts, promote equity in conservation outcomes, and position the U.S. as a global leader in protecting nature for future generations.

This resolution condemns the financial entanglements between World Liberty Financial, Inc. (WLFI), President Trump, and his family, citing significant conflicts of interest. It specifically highlights financial ties involving foreign entities and individuals facing federal prosecution. The resolution asserts that these dealings violate the Foreign Emoluments Clause and demands the transfer of any illegally received funds to the U.S. Government.

This resolution reaffirms the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada, recognizing its critical importance to both nations' economic prosperity and national security. It highlights the massive trade volume, integrated supply chains, and shared commitment to continental defense and energy independence. The bill emphasizes strengthening cooperation across security, technology, and environmental stewardship while ensuring the border remains secure for vital commerce. Ultimately, this is a strong statement of commitment to maintaining and deepening the essential U.S.-Canada relationship.

This resolution affirms that accepting a gifted airplane from the government of Qatar violates the Foreign Emoluments Clause of the Constitution. It explicitly withholds Senate consent for the acceptance or transfer of such a plane to the President. Furthermore, the resolution demands that any plane already received from Qatar be immediately transferred to the permanent control of the U.S. Government.

This resolution officially designates June 12, 2025, as "National Seersucker Day" and sets aside every subsequent Thursday through August 2025 as "Seersucker Thursday." It celebrates the history and tradition of the unique, puckered fabric, particularly its connection to Congressional tradition. The bill encourages the public to wear seersucker clothing to honor this American summer staple.

This resolution officially designates May 2025 as "Older Americans Month" to recognize the vital contributions of senior citizens to the nation. It highlights the growing senior population and their continued involvement in the workforce and volunteering. The bill encourages communities nationwide to celebrate older Americans and create opportunities for them to share their wisdom and remain active participants in society.

This resolution condemns President Trump's financial entanglements with the $TRUMP meme coin, alleging it creates conflicts of interest and allows for covert payments. It specifically argues that foreign government purchases of the coin violate the Foreign Emoluments Clause of the Constitution. Therefore, the resolution demands that the President transfer any funds received from foreign purchases of the coin to the U.S. Treasury.

This resolution formally congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election as the first American Pope. The Senate recognizes the Pope as a global symbol of peace and justice, acknowledging his commitment to human dignity and interfaith dialogue. The measure also expresses hope for strengthening relations between the United States and the Holy See.

The Assault Weapons Ban of 2025 comprehensively defines and bans the manufacture, sale, and transfer of specific semiautomatic assault weapons and large capacity ammunition feeding devices. The bill grandfathers existing weapons but imposes new requirements for their secure storage and mandates dealer involvement for future private transfers. It also allows federal grant money to be used by states for buy-back programs targeting these banned items.