Legislation

The Adult Education Workforce Opportunity and Reskilling for Knowledge and Success Act overhauls existing workforce and adult education laws to better connect Americans with modern job opportunities. It achieves this by integrating digital literacy training, establishing new "College and Career Navigators" for personalized guidance, and authorizing increased federal funding for these services. The bill also modernizes adult education goals to emphasize full civic participation and requires greater transparency in state workforce planning.

This resolution expresses the urgent need to protect and conserve at least 50 percent of the land, freshwater, and ocean ecosystems within the United States to combat a severe biodiversity crisis. It calls for Congress to support this ambitious goal, recognizing that intact nature is vital for economic stability and climate resilience. Furthermore, the bill encourages the U.S. to promote similar conservation efforts globally through diplomatic engagement while ensuring that conservation actions are equitable and just for all communities.

This resolution expresses the strong support of Congress for recognizing April as National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). It celebrates the rich history, diverse culture, and significant contributions of Arab Americans across all sectors of U.S. society. The measure encourages communities nationwide to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities.

The Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act aims to strengthen federal nutrition programs for children by clarifying eligibility rules for for-profit childcare centers and mandating a comprehensive review of serious deficiency processes to ensure fairness and reduce unnecessary state-level burdens. The bill also adjusts meal reimbursement limits, updates inflation tracking for program costs, and establishes an advisory committee to drastically reduce paperwork and modernize administrative requirements for providers. These changes seek to streamline operations, improve consistency, and better support child care providers participating in federal meal programs.

The Shell Company Abuse Act establishes a new federal crime to prevent individuals from using shell companies to conceal illegal election contributions made by foreign nationals in U.S. politics. This legislation specifically targets those who set up or utilize entities with the intent of hiding the source of banned foreign money influencing elections. Violators face up to five years in prison and significant fines for this prohibited activity.

This bill extends the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by moving its expiration date from September 30, 2023, to December 31, 2026. This action ensures the continuation of federal flood insurance coverage for an additional three years.

The High-Quality Charter Schools Act establishes a new federal tax credit for individuals who donate to eligible, high-performing charter school organizations for expansion purposes. This credit is set at 75% of the qualified contribution, subject to annual income limitations and an overall national cap of $5 billion starting in 2026. The bill also mandates specific spending deadlines for recipient organizations and ensures that participation does not subject these charter schools to government control. These provisions will take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

The Protecting Small Business Competitions Act of 2025 codifies the "Rule of Two" into federal small business contracting law. This rule mandates that federal agencies must set aside contracts exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold for small businesses if they can reasonably expect at least two qualified small business offers. This ensures greater opportunities for small businesses to compete for federal contracts while maintaining fair market pricing.

The PLAN for Broadband Act mandates the creation of a comprehensive National Strategy to effectively coordinate federal broadband programs and streamline deployment efforts across the country. This strategy must detail roles, goals, and methods for cutting red tape for state, local, and Tribal governments seeking to expand internet access. Following the strategy, a detailed Implementation Plan will establish concrete timelines, accountability measures, and public check-ins to ensure progress in closing the digital divide. The Government Accountability Office will also study the effectiveness of these plans to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently.

This bill, the Protecting America’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act, strictly prohibits the sale or release of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to any entity owned, controlled, or influenced by the Chinese Communist Party. Furthermore, it prevents the sale of SPR products to non-Chinese buyers if those products are intended for export to the People's Republic of China. The legislation aims to safeguard U.S. energy reserves from benefiting the Chinese government.

The House Expansion Commission Act establishes a commission to study the feasibility and structure of increasing the size of the U.S. House of Representatives, which has remained fixed at 435 members since 1929 despite massive population growth. This body is tasked with investigating various expansion methods, logistical challenges, and the impact on representation. The Commission must deliver a final report with concrete proposals for expansion to Congress within two years of its first meeting.

The Astronaut Safe Temporary Ride Options (ASTRO) Act authorizes the government to pay for necessary transportation for astronauts returning from space missions before they receive medical clearance to drive. This provision covers travel related to medical research, monitoring, diagnosis, or other approved official duties. NASA is required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the use and cost of this specialized transportation.

This resolution is an official request demanding that the President and the Secretary of Health and Human Services immediately provide Congress with all unredacted documents related to the potential elimination, downsizing, or significant restructuring of the Administration for Community Living (ACL). Congress specifically seeks information regarding any actions that would impact the ACL's ability to carry out key federal laws, such as the Older Americans Act. The required documents must be transmitted within 14 days of the resolution's passage.

The Business over Ballots Act reaffirms that the Small Business Administration's (SBA) primary mission is solely to support small businesses. This legislation explicitly prohibits the SBA from engaging in or facilitating voter registration activities. Furthermore, it mandates that all new contracts and existing assistance agreements must restrict recipients from using SBA funds for voter registration efforts.

The ASCEND Act establishes a permanent program within NASA to acquire commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery to enhance the agency's Earth science capabilities. This initiative aims to cost-effectively supplement NASA's existing satellite observations by purchasing data from U.S. commercial vendors. The bill mandates specific reporting requirements to Congress detailing data acquisition agreements and usage terms.

The Health Tech Investment Act aims to establish specific, cost-based payment rules for advanced algorithm-based healthcare services under Medicare, starting in 2026. This ensures that services utilizing AI or machine learning receive appropriate payment based on manufacturer-submitted costs while in the New Technology Ambulatory Payment Classification (NTAP). The bill also clarifies eligibility for these new technologies within the Medicare outpatient payment system.

The Returning Education to Our States Act fundamentally dismantles the Department of Education by transferring most of its core functions, including K-12 and higher education funding, to the Departments of Health and Human Services, the Treasury, and Labor. This bill replaces existing federal education structures with flexible block grants managed by these non-education agencies, giving states greater discretion over funding use. The legislation also mandates new federal oversight, data reporting, and auditing requirements for states receiving these block grants.

The Adult Education Workforce Opportunity and Reskilling for Knowledge and Success Act aims to modernize workforce development by establishing "college and career navigators" to guide job seekers and integrating digital literacy into required training. The bill also updates the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act to emphasize full community participation and significantly increases authorized federal funding over five years. Ultimately, it seeks to improve career guidance, professionalize adult education staff, and ensure programs address essential modern skills.

The Organic Imports Verification Act of 2025 mandates annual reporting to Congress on residue testing for imported organic animal feedstuffs, especially those shipped in bulk. The Secretary of Agriculture must develop a risk-based plan to determine which imported organic feeds will undergo annual residue testing. If testing reveals prohibited substances above established organic limits, the affected feedstuff cannot be sold or labeled as organic.

The Targeting Child Predators Act of 2025 shifts authority over certain administrative subpoenas from the Treasury to Homeland Security and imposes strict 180-day nondisclosure requirements on recipients when an investigation is certified as sensitive. This Act establishes a new judicial review process allowing recipients to challenge these secrecy orders in federal court. Courts can uphold or extend the nondisclosure period only if disclosure risks endangering lives, flight from prosecution, or evidence tampering.