Legislation

The Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act of 2025 aims to increase federal funding for school meal programs. This bill specifically raises the reimbursement rates for both school lunches and breakfasts starting in late 2025. These increased rates will be adjusted annually thereafter to account for the cost of living.

The No Budget, No Pay Act mandates that Members of Congress will not receive their salary if they fail to pass both the budget resolution and all regular appropriations bills by the start of the new fiscal year on October 1st. Pay will be withheld for every day after October 1st until both requirements are met. Furthermore, this legislation explicitly prohibits any retroactive pay for the period during which Congress was non-compliant. The provisions of this Act are set to take effect on February 1, 2027.

This bill formally expresses Congress's disapproval of a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Land Management's North Dakota Field Office regarding its Resource Management Plan. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this legislation voids the BLM's submitted rule, preventing it from taking effect. Essentially, Congress is vetoing the BLM's proposed management plan for North Dakota.

The Battery Fire Prevention Act aims to reduce battery-related fires by incentivizing recycling technology and infrastructure. It establishes a tax credit for businesses purchasing battery detection equipment and imposes a new federal excise tax on battery sales. Revenue from this tax funds a dedicated Lithium Battery Buy-back Trust Fund, which supports the creation of a National Battery Recycling Program offering grants and consumer buy-back incentives.

This bill ensures the continued operation of the U.S. Coast Guard in the event of a lapse in appropriations. It provides necessary funding to keep the Coast Guard running for up to 30 days, or until a new budget is enacted. This measure prevents a shutdown of essential Coast Guard services during funding impasses.

This joint resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) concerning the "Central Yukon Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan." By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this action immediately nullifies the BLM's submitted rule. Consequently, the Central Yukon Resource Management Plan will not take effect as a regulation.

The Ejiao Act of 2025 prohibits the knowing trade, import, and export of donkeys, donkey hides, and ejiao products within U.S. commerce due to the devastating impact of the ejiao trade on global donkey populations. This legislation establishes significant civil and criminal penalties for violations, including substantial fines and imprisonment. Furthermore, the Act grants enforcement authority to agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection and mandates the forfeiture of illegal goods and related equipment.

The PROTECT Act aims to safeguard the public mission of college athletics by restricting agreements between universities and private equity firms or foreign government investment funds. To maintain eligibility for federal student aid, institutions cannot transfer revenue rights or grant control over their sports programs to these outside investors. This legislation seeks to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure that publicly supported athletic programs benefit students and the public good rather than prioritizing private financial gain.

The Consistent Egg Labels Act of 2025 aims to prevent consumer confusion by ensuring food labels accurately reflect whether a product is a traditional shell egg or a plant-based alternative. This legislation establishes strict definitions for "egg" and "egg product" for enforcement purposes under federal law. The FDA is mandated to issue new guidance clarifying how these labeling standards will be enforced against products using common egg terminology. Ultimately, the bill seeks to protect consumers who rely on clear labeling regarding the source and nutritional content of their food.

The Military Consumer Protection Task Force Act of 2025 establishes an interagency task force to combat the rapidly increasing financial fraud targeting service members, veterans, and their families. This group, composed of federal agencies and outside experts, will analyze current and emerging scams, evaluate existing protections, and provide annual recommendations to Congress. The primary goal is to coordinate efforts across the government to better protect the financial well-being of the military community.

The People’s Response Act establishes a new Division on Community Safety within HHS to research and fund evidence-based, non-punitive methods for improving public safety. The law creates several grant programs to directly support community-led organizations, local governments, and states in implementing these "qualified approaches." These efforts prioritize reducing contact with the criminal justice system and providing comprehensive support to historically marginalized communities. The Act also mandates the creation of advisory bodies to ensure the work centers the needs and experiences of those most impacted by systemic harm.

The Better Straws Act officially codifies Executive Order 14208 into federal law. This action transforms the directives and requirements of the executive order into permanent statutory requirements. Essentially, the bill ensures the provisions of the order remain in effect with the full force of law.

This bill establishes a feasibility study for designating the route of George Washington's 1753 diplomatic mission as the Washingtons Trail1753 National Historic Trail. The proposed 500-mile trail would stretch from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Fort LeBoeuf, Pennsylvania. The study will examine the historical significance of this path, which predates the French and Indian War.

The BRIDGE Africa Act aims to bolster U.S. support for entrepreneurship and technological growth across Africa, particularly in advanced technology and AI. It mandates the development of a comprehensive U.S. strategy to boost private and public investment in key African tech sectors within one year. Furthermore, the Act calls for hosting a high-level summit in Africa to coordinate this strategy with international partners and allies. This initiative seeks to strengthen U.S. partnerships, enhance regional security, and promote shared economic development.

The Warrior Impact from Neurological and G-Force Stress Act (WINGS Act) mandates a comprehensive, long-term study by the VA to investigate the physical and mental health effects of military flight operations, particularly high G-forces, on aviators. This research will examine links between flight stress and conditions like TBI, cognitive decline, and mental health issues, comparing aviators to other service members. The bill also requires the creation of a dedicated Military Aviator Neurohealth Registry to track this data over time.

The Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025 establishes federal prohibitions and penalties against knowingly spreading materially false information intended to suppress voting in federal elections, including the use of AI-generated content within 60 days of an election. The bill also criminalizes intimidating election workers involved in ballot tabulation and certification processes. Furthermore, it authorizes the Attorney General to issue public corrections to widespread false voting information and requires detailed reporting on election interference allegations.

The Trust Through Transparency Act of 2025 mandates that federal immigration enforcement agents wear body cameras during public-facing duties. The bill establishes specific rules for retaining video footage, generally requiring deletion after six months unless exceptions like use of force or a filed complaint apply. Furthermore, it requires annual public reporting to Congress on compliance and establishes an advisory panel to recommend best practices for camera usage and data management.

The ERIC ADAMS Act of 2025 establishes new federal criminal penalties for mayors of "sanctuary cities" who obstruct federal immigration enforcement. These penalties include imprisonment for willfully interfering with federal agents or for negligent manslaughter if a sanctuary policy directly contributes to an undocumented immigrant committing murder. The Attorney General is solely responsible for enforcing these provisions, which take effect 90 days after enactment.

This bill mandates that the House of Representatives must convene daily during a government shutdown, limiting their ability to adjourn. It requires recorded quorum calls on session days, imposing escalating fines on members who fail to check in electronically for two consecutive days. These fines must be paid by the member personally, with procedures established for appeals and automatic salary deduction for non-payment.

This resolution expresses profound sorrow over the tragic death of Alexander Michel Odeh, a dedicated peace activist and educator killed by a pipe bomb in 1985. It formally honors his life, contributions to civil liberties, and acknowledges that those responsible for this act of domestic terrorism remain unpunished. The House of Representatives sends its deepest sympathies to his family and will adjourn in his memory.