Legislation

The SAFETY Act of 2025 aims to protect American agricultural and food exporters by legally safeguarding their right to use common product names in foreign markets. It establishes a clear definition for "common name," explicitly listing many existing U.S. food, wine, and beer terms that are protected from foreign restrictions. Furthermore, the bill mandates that U.S. trade representatives actively negotiate to ensure these common names remain usable in all future international trade agreements.

The Law Enforcement Training for Mental Health Crisis Response Act of 2025 establishes a grant program to fund specialized behavioral health crisis response training for state, local, and Tribal law enforcement and corrections officers. This initiative aims to improve officer and public safety by equipping personnel with the necessary skills to safely de-escalate encounters involving individuals experiencing mental health emergencies. Grants will be administered by the Attorney General to supplement existing agency funds dedicated to this critical training.

This bill, the Repealing Outdated and Unilateral Tariff Authorities Act, aims to modernize U.S. trade law by eliminating outdated provisions. Specifically, it repeals Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. This action removes an old, unilateral tariff authority from the books.

The Support UNFPA Funding Act authorizes specific funding levels for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This legislation affirms that supporting UNFPA is in the U.S. strategic interest because it advances global health, reduces preventable maternal deaths, and combats gender-based violence. The bill emphasizes that UNFPA's work on voluntary family planning promotes stability and economic growth worldwide.

The Foster Care Tax Credit Act establishes a new, non-refundable \$850 federal tax credit for eligible taxpayers who provide foster care for a qualifying child under age 17 for at least one month during the year. This credit phases out for higher-income taxpayers based on specific income thresholds. Furthermore, the bill mandates new reporting requirements for placement agencies to the IRS and requires a study on the financial impact of emergency and short-term foster placements.

The HERO for Youth Act of 2025 modifies the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to encourage the employment of young people. This bill expands the existing credit to cover part-time, year-round student employment and introduces a new credit category for hiring "disconnected youth." The new category specifically targets young individuals facing educational or employment barriers, or those transitioning out of foster care.

The No Partisan Radio and Partisan Broadcasting Services Act (NPR and PBS Act) prohibits all federal funding, direct or indirect, for the National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). This measure immediately ends government financial support for these two national broadcasting entities. The restriction also applies to any successor organizations.

This bill seeks to make the provisions of Executive Order 14224, which designated English as the official language of the United States, permanent. It ensures that all existing rules and actions taken by government agencies under this order remain in full effect indefinitely. Essentially, this legislation codifies the requirement for English as the official language.

The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act is a comprehensive bill that empowers two Native American tribes through federal land transfers while significantly adjusting land management across Clark County. It establishes over 1.4 million acres of new Wilderness areas and creates designated Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Areas. Finally, the Act facilitates specific land conveyances to local governments for public purposes and updates administrative frameworks for watershed plans and city development zones.

The Paycheck Fairness Act significantly strengthens federal equal pay protections by broadening definitions of sex discrimination, tightening employer defenses against pay disparities, and increasing penalties for violations. It also prohibits employers from using salary history in hiring decisions and mandates new data collection by the EEOC to better enforce anti-discrimination laws. Furthermore, the bill establishes new training and outreach programs to combat systemic wage bias.

The Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act of 2025 prohibits state and local governments from imposing excise taxes on the sale of firearms, ammunition, or firearm parts. This restriction specifically targets taxes levied on sales that involve interstate or foreign commerce. The Act explicitly preserves existing federal laws, such as the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act.

The Abandoned Vessel Prevention Act establishes liability for sellers of certain decommissioned commercial vessels that sink after being transferred for recreational use. Generally, the seller is responsible for cleanup and related expenses if the vessel sinks in U.S. waters. This liability does not apply if the vessel is small/new or if the buyer secures insurance covering the initial 12 months post-sale.

The Increased Accountability for Nonconsensual Pornography Act of 2025 amends existing law to refine the criteria for civil actions related to the disclosure of intimate images. This bill updates the definition of who can be included in a lawsuit by adding a "competent" mental state requirement for the defendant. Furthermore, it significantly increases the maximum allowable damages in these civil cases from $\$150,000$ to $\$500,000$.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all federal records and documents will use this new official name for the location moving forward.

The Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025 updates the definition of a family caregiver to include any unpaid individual providing care. Crucially, this bill extends the federal funding authorization for lifespan respite care programs through fiscal years 2025 through 2029. This ensures continued support for caregivers needing temporary relief.

The Indigenous Diplomacy and Engagement Act establishes a comprehensive federal strategy to enhance U.S. diplomatic engagement with Indigenous Peoples worldwide. It creates a new Office for Indigenous Affairs, led by a Senate-confirmed Coordinator reporting to the Secretary of State, to oversee this effort. The legislation mandates the development of a five-year international strategy, requires specialized training for Foreign Service Officers, and establishes an advisory commission to guide policy.

The Free Speech Fairness Act amends tax law to allow 501(c)(3) organizations to make political campaign statements without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status. This protection applies only if the statement is made as part of the organization's ordinary course of activities and incurs only a de minimis (trivial) cost. This ensures non-profits can speak on political matters related to their mission without penalty, provided spending remains minimal.

The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act aims to encourage more veterinarians to serve in underserved rural areas by making participation in certain loan repayment or forgiveness programs more financially appealing. This bill amends the tax code to exclude amounts received through qualifying state or federal veterinary student loan repayment programs from being counted as taxable income. This tax benefit applies to amounts received for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2025 aims to bolster U.S. and allied nuclear energy cooperation to counter Russia's global leverage over the nuclear fuel supply chain. The bill mandates the development of a comprehensive strategy to promote American and allied nuclear technology exports across Europe. Furthermore, it authorizes dedicated funding to support responsible nuclear programs and actively combat Russian influence in the region's energy sector.

The Make Education Great Again Act aims to return control over education policy from the federal government back to parents, states, and local communities. It directs the Secretary of Education to reduce federal red tape and actively promote school choice options like vouchers and charter schools. The bill explicitly ensures that federal authority will not mandate curriculum, testing, or policy, while preserving parental rights and homeschooling freedom.