Legislation

The Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation (FROST) Act modifies federal definitions for airport facilities under aviation programs. Specifically, it removes the explicit inclusion of storage facilities for deicing equipment and fluids from the definition of eligible airport facilities for federal funding. This change impacts how certain aviation grants are allocated by adjusting what infrastructure qualifies for support.

The Pacific Northwest Gray Wolves Relief Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of the Interior to reissue the final rule removing the gray wolf from the endangered and threatened species list. This delisting specifically applies only to gray wolf populations located within the states of Oregon and Washington.

The Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act of 2025 updates the criteria for clinics to qualify as Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) under Medicare. This legislation revises the definition of an "urban area," setting a new population threshold of 50,000 people to determine eligibility. These changes to the location standards will take effect starting January 1, 2027.

The Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions Review Act mandates that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) conduct a comprehensive review of the Susquehanna, Delaware, and Potomac River Basin Commissions. This review will examine their operations, ethics, funding, and potential overlaps with federal responsibilities. Following the GAO's report, each commission must submit annual compliance plans to Congress detailing how they are implementing the suggested improvements.

This resolution recognizes suicide as a serious public health crisis in the United States and expresses strong support for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. It specifically designates September 8, 2025, as "988 Day" to promote awareness of this vital, life-saving resource. The bill celebrates the success of the 988 system in connecting individuals in crisis with immediate support.

The Treatment Court, Rehabilitation, and Recovery Act of 2025 revamps federal funding for specialized courts addressing addiction and mental health by establishing a new discretionary grant program. This funding supports various treatment courts, including juvenile, family, tribal, and adult drug courts, ensuring participants receive evidence-based treatment and fair financial requirements. The Act mandates strict eligibility criteria, prohibits participation for certain violent offenders, and requires recipients to adhere to national best practice standards while ensuring equitable access and retention for all participants.

This resolution urges Congress to protect Medicare from severe, automatic spending cuts triggered by recent legislation that significantly increased the national deficit. These mandated cuts threaten to slash hundreds of billions from the program, jeopardizing essential healthcare for millions of seniors and people with disabilities. The resolution emphasizes that Americans earned these benefits and they should not be subject to reckless, across-the-board reductions.

The Beautifying Federal Civic Architecture Act of 2025 establishes a national policy prioritizing traditional and classical architectural styles for new federal public buildings to uplift civic spaces and inspire the public. It mandates community input in design decisions and requires the GSA to implement specific procedures, including hiring experts in preferred styles, to ensure compliance. The Act also requires annual reporting to Congress on the implementation of these new architectural standards.

The Modernizing Rural Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Utilization Act of 2025 updates Medicare payment requirements for facilities not directly directed by a physician. It mandates that these facilities must have formal arrangements with Physician Assistants (PAs) or Nurse Practitioners (NPs) whose practice adheres to state laws and regulations. These changes are set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

The Beautifying Federal Civic Architecture Act of 2025 establishes a national policy favoring traditional and classical architectural styles for new federal public buildings to ensure they are inspiring and command public respect. The Act mandates that the GSA prioritize these preferred styles, especially in Washington D.C., and requires significant community input in the design process. Furthermore, it sets up new GSA requirements, including specialized training and the creation of a Senior Advisor role, to enforce these architectural standards.

The BABIES Act aims to improve access to and quality of care provided by freestanding birth centers. It establishes a new grant program to help birth centers start up or expand, prioritizing underserved areas. Additionally, the bill creates a Medicaid demonstration program to test new payment models that better support birth center services for low-risk pregnancies. Overall, the legislation seeks to increase the availability of quality maternity care options outside of traditional hospital settings.

The TRANSPORT Jobs Act mandates the creation of a "Veteran to Supply Chain Employee Action Plan" to facilitate the transition of service members and veterans into jobs within the port, ocean, rail, and truck supply chain industries. This plan will identify barriers to employment and recommend concrete steps for federal agencies to better connect veterans' skills with industry needs. The goal is to increase the hiring and retention of veterans in critical supply chain roles.

The Enhancing First Response Act mandates the FCC to hold annual hearings and issue reports following major disaster communications outages to identify areas for improvement. It also requires the Office of Management and Budget to officially classify 911 dispatchers as a protective service occupation. Furthermore, the bill directs the FCC to report on the enforcement and effectiveness of existing laws regarding multi-line phone system compliance for emergency calls.

The LIFT Homebuyers Act of 2025 establishes the LIFT HOME wealth-building home loan program through the FHA and USDA to assist low-income, first-generation first-time homebuyers. The program creates a dedicated fund and structures new mortgage loans with specific fee caps, which the Treasury Department will purchase as securities. This legislation aims to expand homeownership opportunities by relying on borrower attestations for eligibility verification.

This bill directs the Department of Defense (DoD) to establish clear guidance for private entities on how to demonstrate that their biobased products meet military requirements. It also mandates an audit by the Comptroller General to review DoD procurement standards for any unintentional exclusion of biobased products. The goal is to ensure fair evaluation and increase the adoption of biologically derived products within the DoD supply chain.

The Sickle Cell Disease Comprehensive Care Act enables states to establish specialized Medicaid health homes focused exclusively on individuals with sickle cell disease starting in 2026. If a state adopts this program, it must provide mandatory dental and vision coverage to enrolled patients, regardless of standard state Medicaid policies. States implementing these health homes will also be required to report on patient outcomes, access to care, and expenditures.

The Quad Space Act mandates enhanced space cooperation between the United States, Australia, India, and Japan to address shared security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. This legislation requires the Secretary of Defense to consult with Quad partners to establish shared best practices for space operations and situational awareness. The Secretary must then report back to Congress detailing mutual interests and the planned steps for formalizing this cooperation.

The Shared Property Agency Collaboration and Engagement Act of 2025 (SPACE Act) directs the GSA to actively collaborate with federal tenants regarding shared office space and co-location efforts. This legislation mandates the GSA to establish guidelines, address tenant concerns, and set measurable goals for improving space utilization across federal agencies. The GSA Administrator must report back to relevant Congressional committees on the implementation of these space-sharing requirements within six months of the bill's enactment.

This bill amends federal law to mandate that states enforce specific commercial motor vehicle safety requirements, established under Executive Order 14286, at all weigh stations. It ensures that every truck stopping at a weigh station is checked for compliance with these common-sense driving rules. The legislation also makes minor administrative updates to the U.S. Code to reflect this new enforcement section.

The America's Clean Future Fund Act establishes a new Climate Change Finance Corporation (C2FC) to finance low-emission projects and prioritizes investments in disadvantaged communities. The bill simultaneously imposes a federal Carbon Fee starting at \$75 per ton in 2027, with escalating rates designed to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Revenue generated funds the C2FC, provides carbon fee rebates to eligible individuals, supports agricultural transition payments, and offers transition assistance grants for fossil fuel-impacted communities.