Legislation

The Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2025 restores the right to sue for disparate impact violations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It also mandates that all federally funded educational institutions designate an employee to coordinate Title VI compliance and publicly share their contact information. Finally, the Act establishes a new Special Assistant for Equity and Inclusion within the Department of Education to oversee and promote compliance efforts.

The Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act of 2025 mandates that federal officials immediately provide or secure medical attention for individuals in federal custody displaying medical distress. Negligently failing to do so, resulting in unnecessary pain, injury, or death, is established as a federal crime punishable by fines or imprisonment. The bill also empowers State Attorneys General to sue federal officials over violations and requires mandatory training and confidential complaint mechanisms for agency staff.

The Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025 aims to improve benefits for Native Hawaiian veterans. This bill updates the definition used for VA direct housing loans to align with existing Native American housing law. Furthermore, it mandates that the VA must reimburse Native Hawaiian health systems for care provided to eligible veterans and eliminates cost-sharing requirements for Native Hawaiian veterans receiving VA medical care.

The Remove the Stain Act officially rescinds the 20 Medals of Honor awarded to U.S. soldiers for actions during the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890. This legislation aims to preserve the integrity of the nation's highest military honor by voiding awards given for the killing of predominantly unarmed Native Americans. While the recognition is revoked and names will be removed from the official rolls, recipients will not be required to return the physical medal or forfeit any associated benefits.

The Right to Treat Act establishes that federal agencies cannot regulate the practice of medicine, reserving that authority for local entities. It specifically prevents federal interference with a doctor's ability to prescribe already-approved drugs for uses not officially sanctioned by the FDA. This Act does not alter existing federal restrictions on procedures like abortion or gender transition interventions.

This bill aims to completely prohibit the allocation of any federal funds to the National Endowment for Democracy (NED). It mandates that leaders of all federal agencies are barred from sending any appropriated money to the organization. In essence, this legislation stops all federal financial support for the NED.

The PILLS Act introduces two new tax incentives designed to boost domestic manufacturing of essential generic drugs and biosimilars. It establishes a production credit rewarding companies for manufacturing eligible drug components within the U.S., with bonuses for using American-sourced materials. Additionally, the Act creates an investment credit to encourage building and equipping U.S. facilities dedicated to producing these vital medicines. Both credits offer options for direct payment or transferability, ensuring their utility for businesses.

This bill seeks to permanently reauthorize the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 by repealing its scheduled expiration date. By removing the sunset provision, Congress ensures these sanctions against Iran's weapons programs and support for terrorism remain in effect indefinitely. The legislation reaffirms the U.S. policy to fully enforce the existing sanctions.

The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the Crime Victims Fund by expanding the sources of deposits. This includes allowing the Fund to receive money from certain legal settlements that do not result in a criminal conviction. Additionally, the bill temporarily allows certain recoveries from False Claims Act settlements to fund victim services through 2030, while protecting payments to whistleblowers and the government's direct recovery.

This bill, the Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act, requires Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children to place most stock and commodity investments into qualified blind trusts or sell them within 120 days of the law taking effect or taking office. The legislation strictly prohibits acquiring new covered investments while serving in office, with exceptions for inheritance. Failure to comply results in escalating civil penalties equal to a member's monthly salary until the requirements are met.

The Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2025 prohibits the interstate transport of horses using any truck or trailer with two or more stacked levels. This measure aims to enhance animal welfare during cross-state travel by banning multilevel transport configurations. Violators who knowingly break this rule face civil penalties ranging from $\$100$ to $\$500$ per violation.

The Carla Walker Act establishes federal grants to help forensic laboratories upgrade their capabilities, specifically by adopting advanced whole genome sequencing technology for criminal investigations and identifying human remains. These grants prioritize funding for forensic genetic genealogical analysis when standard DNA testing methods fail to yield investigative leads. The law also mandates detailed reporting on the use of these funds and requires the Attorney General to submit a comprehensive report to Congress on the future implementation of forensic genetic genealogy.

The Improving Disclosure for Investors Act of 2025 mandates the SEC to establish new rules modernizing how financial firms deliver required regulatory documents to investors, primarily by facilitating electronic delivery. This legislation sets deadlines for the SEC to finalize rules that allow digital distribution of documents like prospectuses and annual reports, while ensuring investor protections remain in place. The bill focuses solely on the method of delivery, not the substance or timing of the required disclosures themselves. If the SEC delays, covered entities can proceed with electronic delivery based on the standards outlined in the Act.

The Agriculture Resilience Act of 2025 establishes aggressive national goals for the agricultural sector to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, mandating rapid changes in farming practices, research funding, and land management. It significantly reforms federal conservation and insurance programs to prioritize soil health, climate adaptation, and the development of resilient food systems. The bill also boosts support for on-farm renewable energy, strengthens local food infrastructure, and standardizes food labeling to reduce waste. Overall, it directs substantial federal resources toward transforming agriculture to meet ambitious climate targets while supporting farmers through new incentives and research.

The American Ownership and Resilience Act establishes an Ownership Investment Facility within the Department of Commerce to provide government-backed leverage to investment companies. This facility is designed to encourage capital investments that support the sale of businesses to Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) or worker-owned cooperatives. The bill sets strict oversight, fairness, and control requirements for these employee-centric transactions while establishing licensing and capital standards for the participating investment companies.

This bill amends the Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program to create a new funding set-aside for specific counties with high agricultural output. It defines "covered counties" based on significant annual agricultural production value and density. Ten percent of the program's funds must then be reserved for projects located on "farm-to-market roads" within these designated counties.

The United States Automobile Consumer Assistance and Relief Act (USA CAR Act) introduces a new federal income tax deduction for interest paid on loans used to purchase automobiles assembled in the United States. This "qualified automobile interest" can be deducted "above-the-line," reducing a taxpayer's Adjusted Gross Income (AGI). These provisions apply to loans taken out on or after the date the Act is enacted.

The Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act prohibits covered entities from denying an organ transplant or related services solely because an individual has a disability. The bill mandates reasonable modifications to policies and requires consideration of an individual's support network when assessing their ability to comply with post-transplant requirements. This ensures that qualified individuals receive equal access to the entire organ transplant process, from evaluation through aftercare.

The CHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2025 expands and extends a pilot program allowing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to accept donated facilities, improvements, and minor construction projects. This legislation updates the program's terminology and clarifies the VA's authority to alter and maintain these donated assets. Crucially, the Act extends the program's operational deadline from 2026 to 2031.

The LOCOMOTIVES Act clarifies federal authority under the Clean Air Act regarding emissions standards for certain existing locomotives and engines used in construction or farm equipment. This legislation ensures that federal standards, rather than varying state standards, apply to these specific engines, particularly those under 175 horsepower and locomotives engaged in commerce. Essentially, it centralizes regulatory power over these emissions sources at the federal level.