Legislation

The Vote at Home Act of 2025 aims to modernize federal elections by establishing nationwide standards for voting by mail. It mandates that states mail ballots to all registered voters at least two weeks before federal elections and requires free postage for return ballots. Additionally, the bill overhauls voter registration by streamlining processes at the DMV and implementing automatic registration for eligible citizens who provide proof of citizenship when obtaining a driver's license.

This bill, the Border Drone Threat Assessment Act, mandates a comprehensive one-year threat assessment by the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security regarding the use of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) near U.S. international borders. The assessment must detail malign actors, their methods, current U.S. detection and defense capabilities, and privacy considerations. Following the assessment, a detailed report and subsequent briefing must be delivered to Congress outlining the threats and recommending any necessary legal or resource changes to counter them effectively.

The Closing the De Minimis Loophole Act eliminates the special, duty-free entry treatment for low-value imports under Section 321 of the Tariff Act of 1930. This change takes effect immediately for goods from China and after 120 days for all other countries. The Treasury Department is tasked with establishing new procedures to ensure proper duty collection and prevent fraud under the revised rules.

The Public Service Worker Protection Act expands the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) to explicitly cover federal, state, and local government employees. This ensures that public service workers are protected by federal workplace safety standards. The effective date varies depending on whether a state already has an approved OSHA plan.

The Close the Revolving Door Act of 2025 significantly tightens ethics rules governing former government officials and staff. It institutes a lifetime lobbying ban for former Members of Congress and extends the waiting period for former Congressional staff to six years. Furthermore, the bill mandates a centralized, public website for lobbying disclosures and imposes a six-year hiring ban on former lobbyists seeking congressional roles, while also increasing penalties for disclosure violations.

The Fuel Choice and Deregulation Act of 2025 aims to promote alternative fuels by legalizing and regulating aftermarket vehicle conversions, provided they meet emissions standards. It updates fuel economy calculations by introducing new definitions for alternative fuels and offering significant compliance bonuses to manufacturers focusing on these "fuel choice enabling" vehicles. Furthermore, the Act adjusts the EPA's authority regarding waivers for required ethanol blending in gasoline.

The Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2025 aims to increase transparency and accountability within agricultural checkoff programs. This bill establishes strict new rules prohibiting checkoff boards from using funds for lobbying or engaging in anticompetitive behavior. It mandates public disclosure of all spending records and requires regular audits by the Department of Agriculture's Inspector General to ensure compliance.

The Energy Threat Analysis Program Act of 2025 establishes a new program within the Department of Energy to enhance collaboration between government and private industry regarding energy sector security. This program will create a center to analyze threats, develop defensive strategies, and improve information sharing across critical energy infrastructure. The Act authorizes funding for five years and mandates annual reporting to Congress on the program's effectiveness.

The Buying American Cotton Act of 2025 establishes a new tax credit to incentivize businesses to use cotton grown in the United States. This Domestic Cotton Consumption Credit is calculated based on the amount of qualified U.S. cotton in an eligible product sold, factoring in processing location and market price. The bill mandates strict digital tracing requirements to prove the origin of the cotton throughout the supply chain. Special enhanced credit multipliers are available for businesses that elect to claim the credit separately for qualified U.S. cotton yarn or fabric components.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating June 6, 2025, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and the entire month of June 2025 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." The designation aims to honor victims of gun violence and raise public awareness about the ongoing crisis. The measure encourages Americans to wear orange on that day and promote gun safety practices throughout the month.

The PAID Act, or Prohibit Auto Insurance Discrimination Act, bans private auto insurers from using personal factors like education, occupation, homeownership, and credit scores to set rates or determine eligibility. This legislation aims to prevent income-based discrimination by prohibiting the use of these proxies, which often result in higher premiums for lower-income drivers. Insurers must report to the FTC every two years to prove their models do not unfairly discriminate based on protected characteristics. Violations can result in significant civil penalties enforced by the FTC and allow consumers to sue for damages.

The Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act of 2025 redefines and establishes national quality standards for high-level, continuous skilled nursing care provided through Medicaid. This legislation mandates the creation of a working group to develop these standards for complex-care patients receiving home nursing services. Furthermore, the bill ensures these updated standards are integrated into Medicaid's home and community-based waiver services and reviewed regularly.

This bill modifies the law regarding expedited review for advanced technology export licenses to Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada. It broadens the definition of "export" within this expedited review process. This change ensures that various transfers, including re-shipping, third-party transfers, and brokering deals involving defense articles, qualify for faster license approval to these key allies.

The Healthcare Cybersecurity Act of 2025 aims to bolster cybersecurity across the nation's healthcare sector by enhancing coordination between CISA and HHS. This legislation mandates the creation of a sector-specific risk management plan, the identification of high-risk assets, and the provision of specialized training for healthcare owners and operators. Ultimately, the bill seeks to reduce the growing threat of cyberattacks targeting critical patient data and health services.

The SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025 aims to improve SNAP administration by requiring states to raise staff wages to match federal pay scales. Once approved, the federal government will fully fund 100% of the state agency's administrative personnel costs for SNAP. This funding is contingent on states using the money to supplement, not supplant, their existing administrative staffing budgets.

The Veterans Housing Stability Act of 2025 establishes a new Partial Claim Program allowing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to step in and cover a portion of a veteran's mortgage debt to prevent or resolve default on a VA-guaranteed loan. Under this program, veterans agree to repay the interest-free VA-purchased debt later, while the VA secures a secondary lien on the property. The legislation also outlines specific responsibilities for lenders and establishes civil penalties for fraudulent activity related to this new default prevention tool.

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a comprehensive plan for identifying, testing, and deploying emerging and innovative technologies to enhance U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations. The plan must detail how CBP will integrate new tools, assess their impact on privacy and civil liberties, and establish clear metrics for success. It also formalizes the role of CBP Innovation Teams in rapidly adapting commercial technology to address border security gaps.

The Servicemember Healthcare Freedom Act of 2025 addresses a gap in healthcare coverage for federal civilian employees who also serve in the National Guard or Reserves. This bill removes the restriction preventing these dual-status members from enrolling in TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS) if they are already covered by the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan. By allowing earlier enrollment into TRS starting January 1, 2026, the Act ensures these service members maintain continuous and comprehensive healthcare coverage during active duty mobilization periods.

This bill establishes the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Response Team Grant Program to fund local and tribal teams dedicated to responding to childhood trauma. Administered by the Attorney General and HHS Secretary, these grants will support coordinated responses, build partnerships with mental health services, and provide trauma-informed training. Congress has authorized $10 million annually for this program from Fiscal Years 2026 through 2029.

This bill amends budget rules to explicitly prohibit making changes to Medicare and Medicaid through the budget reconciliation process. It updates existing law to ensure these major health programs are treated the same as other entitlement programs under special budget procedures. The goal is to safeguard Medicare and Medicaid from being altered using this fast-track legislative method.