Legislation

The Fair and Equal Housing Act of 2025 significantly updates existing fair housing laws to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. This legislation broadens protections to cover discrimination based on association or perceived association with protected groups. Furthermore, it strengthens anti-intimidation measures related to these newly defined protected characteristics in housing matters.

The Improving Disclosure for Investors Act of 2025 directs the SEC to establish new rules for allowing companies to deliver required investment documents to investors electronically rather than by mail. These rules must ensure investor choice, maintain readability, and protect personal information during the transition. The legislation only changes the method of delivery, not the content or timing requirements of the regulatory documents themselves.

The Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop and share neutral, practical resources to help small businesses understand and adopt artificial intelligence. These resources, which include standards and best practices, will be distributed in coordination with the Small Business Administration (SBA). The utilization of these materials by small businesses will remain entirely voluntary.

The SAFE CROSS Act mandates a one-year study by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to evaluate the safety benefits, costs, and best practices for implementing AI-enabled sensors at railroad crossings. This research will compare AI technology against traditional safety measures like grade separations. Upon completion, the findings and recommendations will be publicly shared to guide federal, state, tribal, and local safety initiatives.

This bill mandates that funeral honors details recite a specific statement detailing the symbolism of the 13 Folds of Honor during the presentation of the U.S. flag for a deceased service member or veteran. This ceremony is dedicated to the 13 service members killed in Kabul in 2021. However, the next of kin retains the right to opt out of this specific recitation.

The Strengthening US-Caribbean Partnership Act grants the President the authority to extend diplomatic privileges and immunities to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). This action would align the treatment of CARICOM with that afforded to other recognized public international organizations. The bill aims to formally enhance the diplomatic relationship between the United States and the Caribbean region.

The Helping Startups Continue To Grow Act revises the criteria for qualifying as an Emerging Growth Company (EGC) under federal securities laws. This bill significantly raises the revenue threshold for EGC status from \$1 billion to \$3 billion. It also modifies the timeframes and simplifies the language associated with maintaining EGC exemptions following an initial public offering.

The No Corporate Crooks Act prohibits individuals convicted of specific financial and white-collar crimes (such as fraud, embezzlement, and tax evasion) while serving as a CEO from being appointed to positions within the executive branch. This legislation aims to prevent corporate executives convicted of serious offenses from holding government roles. Any individual found in violation of this restriction must be immediately removed from their executive branch service.

This bill prohibits the Federal Government from establishing or maintaining any database that collects or facilitates the biometric identity verification of U.S. citizens. This specifically bans federal agencies from keeping records used to confirm identity through unique biological traits like fingerprints or facial scans. The legislation aims to prevent the government from creating centralized biometric identity databases.

The Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act mandates that colleges and universities prominently display critical mental health and suicide prevention resources on student ID cards or main websites. This includes contact information for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the Crisis Text Line, and the campus mental health center. Schools will have one year after the Act's enactment to comply with these new requirements.

This resolution expresses support for officially designating the month of July as "American Patriotism Month." It recognizes the historical significance of American patriotism and encourages citizens and groups to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies celebrating U.S. history and values. The bill further asks the President to issue a yearly proclamation supporting this designation.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating the week of June 1 through June 7, 2025, as "National Trailer Safety Week." The goal is to educate American motorists on the critical importance of proper trailer maintenance and safe towing techniques. By officially recognizing this week, the measure encourages national participation in safety awareness efforts to reduce trailer-related accidents.

The Motorsports Fairness and Permanency Act of 2025 makes permanent a significant tax benefit for motorsports entertainment complexes. This legislation ensures these large venues can continue to use an accelerated 7-year recovery period for depreciating their building costs. By removing the previous expiration date, the Act provides long-term financial certainty for the industry.

The Fog Observations and Geographic Forecasting Act establishes a new project to significantly improve the prediction of coastal marine fog. This initiative focuses on gathering enhanced real-time ocean data and developing more accurate forecasting models. The ultimate goal is to increase safety for marine operations and reduce economic losses caused by unexpected fog events.

The TAILOR Act of 2025 mandates that federal financial agencies must tailor new regulations to the specific risk profile and business model of the institutions they govern, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach. It also eases reporting burdens for eligible community banks by allowing for shorter financial reports twice a year. Furthermore, the bill requires federal and state supervisors to report to Congress on modernizing bank supervision practices within 18 months.

The Executive Order 14293 Act of 2025 officially codifies Executive Order 14293, transforming it into permanent federal law. This action gives the directives and requirements previously established by the Executive Order the full force and effect of legislation passed by Congress.

The Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now Act establishes the U.S. policy to lead international efforts against the rapidly growing global crisis of Alzheimer's and dementia. This bill specifically authorizes U.S. participation and financial contribution to the Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative (DAC) to speed up research, prevention, and care worldwide. U.S. funding is contingent upon matching contributions from other sources, ensuring shared financial responsibility for global health initiatives. The President must also regularly report to Congress on U.S. involvement and the overall progress of DAC.

The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act establishes a 25% tax credit for purchasing U.S.-made printed circuit boards and integrated circuit substrates starting in 2026. It also creates a federal incentive program, managed by the Commerce Department, to provide up to $3 billion in funding to boost domestic manufacturing and research and development in these critical electronic components. The program prioritizes national security needs, workforce development, and supports for small and diverse-owned businesses.

The Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution prohibits current Members of the House of Representatives, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner from serving on the board of directors for any for-profit entity. This measure aims to enhance ethical standards by preventing conflicts of interest arising from outside corporate board service while in Congress.

The International Bridge and Port of Entry Modernization Act of 2025 (IBEM Act) updates the permitting process for international bridges and land ports of entry on the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders. This legislation removes previous time-based restrictions on permit issuance and streamlines the process by explicitly excluding National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews for certain Presidential permit applications. The goal is to modernize and expedite approvals for critical border infrastructure.