Legislation

The Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2025 mandates that federal and state prisons use an inmate's biological sex for housing assignments to ensure separation between sexes. This law requires the Bureau of Prisons to adhere to biological sex standards and conditions federal funding for states on their compliance with similar housing restrictions. The goal is to prevent violence by ensuring inmates are housed according to their biological sex, with limited exceptions for temporary situations.

This Act prohibits health plans offered through the American Health Benefits Exchanges from covering abortion or gender-transition procedures for minors. Coverage for abortion is only permitted in cases of life endangerment, rape, or incest. The legislation broadly defines gender-transition procedures, with limited exceptions for individuals born with ambiguous biological characteristics. These changes will take effect for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.

The Youth Prevention and Recovery Reauthorization Act of 2025 updates and extends the existing Youth Prevention and Recovery program through Fiscal Year 2030. This bill expands eligibility for grants to include consortia of local educational agencies and refines the focus to target youth at increased risk for substance misuse. It also adds a requirement for grantees to submit sustainability plans for post-grant activities.

The Ensuring Timely Access to Generics Act of 2025 aims to prevent brand-name manufacturers from using procedural tactics to delay the approval of generic drugs. This bill tightens FDA guidelines to identify and address citizen petitions filed primarily for the purpose of delay. Furthermore, it establishes a mandatory administrative process that litigants must complete before filing a lawsuit challenging a generic drug approval.

The Main Street Depositor Protection Act significantly boosts federal deposit insurance for specific business accounts by adding up to an extra \$10 million in coverage for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts at most banks and credit unions. This enhanced coverage is designed to protect essential operating funds for businesses, excluding those at globally systemically important banks. The bill also mandates a 10-year phase-in period for how these newly insured deposits affect insurance assessments for smaller institutions.

The Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 mandates U.S. sanctions against Nigerian officials who enforce blasphemy laws or tolerate religiously motivated violence. It requires the Secretary of State to annually report on these officials and designate Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern" for serious religious freedom violations. The bill also specifically designates Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa as "Entities of Particular Concern."

The TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act aims to revolutionize weather, water, and space weather forecasting by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into federal agencies. This legislation mandates the development of AI weather models, comprehensive training datasets, and improved risk communication to enhance forecast accuracy and timeliness. It also emphasizes maintaining traditional forecasting capabilities while fostering public-private partnerships to accelerate the adoption of these advanced tools for hazard mitigation.

The Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2025 prohibits the federal government from mandating, certifying, or enforcing any requirement for emissions control devices or onboard diagnostic systems on vehicles and engines. This legislation voids existing EPA regulations and eliminates all civil or criminal penalties related to the manufacture, sale, or use of vehicles without these emission control systems. It also mandates the immediate release of individuals currently imprisoned for violations concerning these devices.

This bill establishes the **Space Commerce Advisory Committee** to advise the Secretary of Commerce and Congress on strengthening the U.S. commercial space sector. The committee will consist of 15 industry experts who will provide recommendations on policy, innovation, and challenges facing the industry. This advisory body is authorized to operate for ten years from its establishment date.

The Hiring Preference for Veterans and Americans With Disabilities Act grants state and local election offices the option to prioritize hiring veterans and individuals with disabilities as election workers. Furthermore, it allows these offices to give preference to the spouses or dependents of service members stationed away from home. This legislation also waives residency requirements for these non-resident military family applicants.

The Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025 establishes the Department of Commerce as the lead federal agency for developing a national strategy for blockchain technology. This Act mandates the creation of the National Blockchain Deployment Advisory Committee to examine risks, promote security, and develop best practices for federal adoption. The Secretary of Commerce will advise the President and report annually to Congress on U.S. competitiveness and emerging trends in the blockchain space.

This bill officially designates the section of H Street Northwest between Connecticut Avenue Northwest and Vermont Avenue Northwest in Washington, D.C., as "Charlie Kirk Patriot Way." The legislation mandates that all official references to this area be updated to the new name. Furthermore, the District of Columbia is required to install four new street signs reflecting this designation.

This Act establishes a project to significantly improve forecasts for coastal marine fog, focusing on areas where fog poses major safety and economic risks. The initiative will enhance data collection using federal and commercial sources, develop advanced tracking algorithms, and improve the accuracy and communication of fog advisories. The ultimate goal is to increase maritime safety and reduce economic losses caused by fog-related delays.

The Pre-Apprenticeship Wrap-around Support Services Fund Act of 2025 establishes a fund to provide grants to organizations running pre-apprenticeship programs. These grants will specifically fund stipends to help participants overcome barriers to employment, such as covering transportation or lost wages. Grantees must track and report on participant success, including enrollment rates into registered apprenticeships. The goal is to better prepare individuals for formal apprenticeships through essential financial support.

This bill mandates that the U.S. government permit visiting dignitaries and service members from Taiwan to display the flag of the Republic of China. This allowance applies specifically when they are conducting official business, such as during ceremonies or while in uniform. The change ensures that Taiwanese officials and military personnel can appropriately represent their nation during interactions with the Department of State and Department of Defense.

The Fair Sentencing Act prohibits federal judges from considering a defendant's perceived gender identity as a mitigating factor when determining a sentence. This legislation amends federal sentencing statutes to ensure gender identity is not used to lessen a sentence or influence rehabilitation considerations. The U.S. Sentencing Commission is required to update the Sentencing Guidelines Manual to reflect this new restriction within 30 days of enactment.

The Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025 updates existing water research law to explicitly include the artificial intelligence industry in federal water research initiatives. The bill authorizes $16 million annually through 2029 for Water Resources Research Institutes. Furthermore, it mandates that 20% of these funds must be dedicated to research addressing water problems that cross state boundaries.

The No Shari’a Act is designed to ensure that U.S. courts and arbitrators exclusively apply federal and state laws, explicitly prohibiting the enforcement of Sharia law or any other foreign legal code. This legislation aims to safeguard fundamental constitutional rights—such as due process and equal protection—from being undermined by foreign legal principles in areas like contracts and family law. The Attorney General is tasked with creating regulations and training to ensure consistent application of this standard across all U.S. judicial proceedings.

The American Medicine Safety and Security Act establishes strict employment conditions for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concerning individuals with ties to designated foreign countries of concern (China, Russia, or Iran). This bill prohibits nationals of these countries from working at the FDA and mandates that current employees report immediate family ties to these nations or face termination. Furthermore, it imposes a 10-year ban on former FDA employees working for entities based in these countries and restricts access to sensitive drug and device data for employees with such foreign ties.

The Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025 establishes the National Mesonet Program to significantly enhance environmental data collection from diverse sources. This program aims to improve the accuracy and density of weather forecasts, particularly for severe storms, droughts, and local conditions like soil moisture. It authorizes financial assistance to partners for building and maintaining monitoring stations to close critical data gaps nationwide.