Legislation

The Workers’ Disability Benefits Parity Act of 2025 mandates equal treatment for disability benefits related to mental health and substance use disorders compared to physical health conditions across ERISA-governed plans, government employee plans, and insurance policies. It establishes strict parity requirements, prohibits discriminatory limitations, and clarifies enforcement authority for the Secretary of Labor and states. The bill also directs the Secretary of Labor to study the costs of these benefits and issue necessary regulations for implementation.

The PEAKS Act updates Medicare payment rules for ambulance services provided by Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs), specifically expanding the distance considered in payment calculations beyond 35 miles. Additionally, the bill provides a special provision allowing certain existing CAHs to automatically meet the 15-mile distance requirement for mountainous terrain or secondary roads, ensuring they retain their designation status. This legislation aims to support emergency access in key, often remote, locations.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating June 11, 2025, as "World Franchise Day." It recognizes the significant role franchising plays in the U.S. economy by fostering entrepreneurship, creating millions of jobs, and providing pathways to ownership. The bill formally endorses the global recognition of this vital business model.

This resolution expresses the strong sense of the House of Representatives that Social Security must be preserved and protected. It affirms the commitment to safeguard the program for current beneficiaries who rely on its benefits. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of ensuring the system remains sound for future generations.

The Water Quality Standards Attainability Act requires states to review the cost-effectiveness of controls for combined sewer overflows when updating water quality standards. It mandates that states and the EPA must consider the cost and commercial availability of necessary treatment technologies when setting or revising water quality standards applicable to public water supplies. This ensures that water quality goals are evaluated based on practical and affordable treatment options for pollution sources.

The Executive Order 14286 Act of 2025 officially codifies the existing Presidential Executive Order 14286 into permanent federal law. This action transforms the rules established for America's truck drivers under that order into binding statutes. Consequently, the provisions regarding "Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road" now have the full force and effect of law for the trucking industry.

The EO 14280 Act of 2025 officially codifies Executive Order 14280 into federal law. This action elevates the directives and requirements of the Executive Order to the full force and effect of a statute passed by Congress. Consequently, the provisions of EO 14280 must now be followed as binding federal law.

This bill amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to mandate criminal background checks conducted by the U.S. Capitol Police for all House employees. Additionally, it requires current and new House employees to publicly disclose any prior payments or contracts received from foreign governments within the last three years. Employees must also report any current foreign citizenship status. These new requirements apply starting with the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

The SBIR/STTR Pilot Extension Act extends and broadens the "direct to Phase II" authority for federal agencies running SBIR programs through 2030, while also expanding which agencies can utilize it. This legislation further extends the authorization for the commercialization readiness program for civilian agencies and several key SBIR/STTR pilot programs until fiscal year 2030. Overall, the bill ensures the continuation and expansion of critical federal support mechanisms for small business innovation and research commercialization.

The Stop Poisoning Florida Act mandates that the Secretary of the Army must halt water discharges from Lake Okeechobee through the S308 and S80 structures if testing reveals toxin levels (microcystins) exceed EPA recreational safety guidelines. This measure aims to prevent the release of toxic water into surrounding areas.

The Kids Information Data Security (KIDS) Act prohibits healthcare providers participating in Medicare, Medicaid, or CHIP from asking minors (under 18) about their gender identity or sexual preference on intake forms. Providers may only collect information strictly necessary for diagnosing, treating, or preventing the specific condition for which the minor is seeking care. The bill also requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a system for reporting violations of this restriction.

This resolution formally removes Representative LaMonica McIver from her positions on the House Committee on Homeland Security and the Committee on Small Business. The action is taken following her indictment on federal charges related to interfering with federal officers. This measure adjusts committee assignments within the House of Representatives.

The EO 14190 Act of 2025 seeks to permanently establish the policies outlined in Executive Order 14190 as federal law. This legislation codifies the executive order's directives aimed at regulating or restricting content related to "Radical Indoctrination" within K-12 schooling. By turning the order into statute, these guidelines become permanent requirements for educational institutions.

The Safety from Aerial Technology (SAT) Act permits pipeline owners and operators to utilize drones and satellites for required surface condition inspections along pipeline rights-of-way. This modernizes inspection methods by allowing aerial technology instead of relying solely on ground crews. However, the use of these aerial systems must still comply with all existing drone and satellite operation regulations.

This bill, the Improving Water Quality Certifications and American Energy Infrastructure Act, reforms the process for state and EPA water quality certifications required for federal permits. It clarifies that decisions must directly relate to discharges and strictly limit the criteria used for granting or denying certification to specific sections of the Clean Water Act. Furthermore, it mandates the prompt publication of certification requirements and establishes strict timelines for agencies to request necessary information from applicants.

The Gold Reserve Transparency Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive, independent audit of all U.S. gold reserves, including purity testing and inventory. This review must also analyze past financial dealings and report findings publicly within a strict timeline. The goal is to ensure full accountability and public knowledge regarding the nation's gold assets.

The Texas is the New Hollywood Act of 2025 extends a significant 100% bonus depreciation tax break for qualified film and television productions. To qualify, productions must meet minimum in-state spending thresholds of either \$100,000 or \$500,000, depending on the project type. This extension ensures the favorable tax treatment remains available for property placed in service through the end of 2035.

The Kerrie Orozco First Responders Family Support Act expedites the U.S. citizenship process for immediate relatives of public safety officers who died in the line of duty. This legislation allows surviving spouses, children, or parents to skip standard residency requirements when applying for naturalization. The goal is to provide a pathway to citizenship for the families of fallen heroes.

The Judicial Review Timeline Clarity Act establishes strict new rules for challenging water pollution permits issued under Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. This legislation mandates that lawsuits challenging permits must be filed within 60 days of issuance and limits standing to those who raised specific objections during the public comment period. If a court finds an error, it will generally remand the issue for agency correction, only halting the permit if the activity poses an immediate and serious danger to health or the environment.

The Nationwide Permitting Improvement Act aims to streamline and accelerate the issuance of nationwide general permits for certain activities involving the discharge of material into U.S. waters under Section 404(e). This bill extends the term of these general permits to ten years and narrows the scope of environmental review, particularly for discharges affecting less than three acres. It also establishes specific streamlined processes for reissuing permits and mandates regulatory updates to improve efficiency.