Legislation

This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to Captain Thomas H. Griffin for his extraordinary valor during the Vietnam War in March 1969. It recognizes his repeated acts of heroism, including leading assaults and saving wounded soldiers under heavy fire. The legislation bypasses standard time limits to ensure his distinguished service is recognized with the nation's highest military decoration.

This resolution expresses the strong support of Congress for designating May 2025 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It acknowledges the significant role motorcyclists play in transportation while highlighting the critical need for increased safety awareness. The bill encourages proper rider training, the use of protective gear, and mutual road safety between motorcyclists and other drivers.

The Accounting STEM Pursuit Act of 2025 officially recognizes accounting education as a vital component of a well-rounded K-12 curriculum. This legislation amends federal education law to ensure accounting is counted within core curriculum planning frameworks. The Act specifically directs states and districts to improve access to quality accounting programs, with a focus on increasing opportunities for underrepresented students.

This House resolution urges the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to withdraw a recent notice that would reduce opportunities for public comment on new regulations. It affirms the importance of robust public input in the rulemaking process, which directly affects millions of Americans. The resolution calls for HHS to maintain its existing, open procedures for gathering feedback before finalizing any policy changes.

The Youth Workforce Readiness Act of 2025 establishes a competitive grant program to fund national organizations in developing comprehensive, out-of-school workforce readiness programs for youth aged 6 to 18. This Act aims to boost employment opportunities by connecting youth education and training with employer needs through community partnerships. Furthermore, it strengthens youth voices by mandating the reestablishment and integration of Youth Councils within local workforce boards to advise on training and readiness initiatives.

This resolution expresses Congressional support for designating May 2025 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. The goal is to raise public awareness about the serious impact of brain tumors, which remain a leading cause of cancer death in children. By promoting awareness, the resolution encourages increased research and the development of better treatments for patients and their families.

The You Earned It, You Keep It Act eliminates federal income tax on Social Security benefits while ensuring trust funds remain whole through Treasury appropriations. Starting in 2026, the bill significantly alters the Social Security payroll tax cap for high earners, introducing a new $\$250,000$ threshold for both wage taxation and benefit calculation. Furthermore, it adjusts the benefit formula for future retirees by adding a small bonus based on earnings above $\$250,000$, while protecting access to needs-based programs like SSI and Medicaid.

The Save BRIC Act aims to reinstate and strengthen proactive disaster mitigation efforts, emphasizing that preparation saves significant taxpayer money compared to recovery costs. Specifically, this bill mandates certain actions within existing disaster relief frameworks that were previously optional. By making these mitigation steps required, the Act seeks to build more resilient infrastructure and protect communities before the next disaster strikes.

The Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2025 mandates specific, regular cancer screenings for Department of Defense (DoD) firefighters as part of their annual health evaluations. This includes tailored testing for breast, colon, and prostate cancers, based on age and risk factors. While these screenings are offered, participation remains optional for the individual firefighter. The DoD must track participation and anonymized results to monitor cancer trends within the firefighting community.

The Family Business Legacy Act of 2025 introduces a new federal estate tax deduction for bequests made to specific tax-exempt organizations listed under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6). This allows the value of gifts transferred to these qualifying groups upon death to be subtracted from the gross estate when calculating taxable estate value. The deduction applies to direct bequests and property passing via powers of appointment to these organizations. These provisions take effect for estates of individuals dying after December 31, 2025.

The Caribbean Anti-Smuggling of Trafficked Arms Act (CAST Act) mandates the Secretary of Defense to produce a comprehensive report on expanding the mission of Joint Interagency Taskforce South (JIATF South) to combat illegal arms trafficking in the Caribbean. This report must detail the feasibility, necessary legal changes, resource requirements, and coordination efforts for such an expansion. The findings will be submitted to relevant congressional committees for review.

The PARADE Act prohibits the Department of Defense and the Executive Office of the President from using appropriated funds to sponsor parades specifically designed to celebrate or pay tribute to the current President. This measure prevents taxpayer money from being used for presidential celebratory events.

Hammers' Law extends existing federal liability limitations, previously applied only to commercial aviation accidents, to cover claims arising from cruise ship voyages. The bill specifically defines what constitutes a "cruise ship" for the purpose of these limitations, including vessels authorized to carry at least 250 passengers with sleeping accommodations. This change broadens the scope of established liability caps to encompass incidents occurring on covered passenger vessels operating to or from the United States.

The PROTECT 911 Act aims to support the mental health of 911 operators and emergency dispatchers. It requires the government to develop evidence-based mental health guidelines and training materials specifically for these workers. Furthermore, the Act establishes grants for emergency communications centers to implement or enhance behavioral health and wellness programs for their staff.

The Middle Class Savings Act updates the income thresholds for capital gains tax brackets to align with current income tax bracket breakpoints. This adjustment effectively raises the income levels required to trigger higher capital gains tax rates. These changes are designed to benefit middle-class taxpayers and will take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The VARIANCE Act temporarily allows commercial trucks hauling specific dry bulk goods, like grain or gravel, to exceed standard weight limits on individual axles or axle groups by up to 110 percent. This change only applies to axle weight distribution and does not permit trucks to exceed the overall maximum gross vehicle weight limit. The exception is strictly for unpackaged, homogeneous, non-liquid materials transported in specialized trailers.

This bill aims to significantly support student parents and strengthen the early childhood education workforce through multiple avenues. It establishes a major grant program to provide free infant and toddler care for student parents at eligible institutions while simultaneously funding workforce development and ensuring fair wages for childcare staff. Furthermore, the legislation streamlines access to existing federal childcare subsidies for parents in higher education and mandates clearer communication from colleges regarding dependent care allowances in financial aid packages.

This bill mandates the Attorney General to produce comprehensive reports to Congress addressing the rising violence against law enforcement officers, including ambushes and non-traditional aggressions. These reports must analyze current data collection gaps, evaluate existing training and mental health resources, and recommend legislative or procedural improvements. The ultimate goal is to enhance officer safety, wellness, and the federal government's ability to support local and state police departments effectively.

The Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act establishes a new, free federal program administered by the Secretary of Labor to recognize employers with exemplary workplace safety and health management systems. Approved employers must meet rigorous standards, undergo periodic evaluations, and in return, they are exempt from routine OSHA inspections. The bill also mandates specific oversight, modernization of program technology, and dedicates a minimum percentage of OSHA's budget to support its operation.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating April 2025 as "Fair Chance Jobs Month." It highlights the significant employment barriers faced by the millions of Americans with past conviction records. The bill champions efforts to remove structural roadblocks, expand job training, and connect formerly incarcerated individuals with stable employment opportunities.