Legislation

The Judicial Ethics Enforcement Act of 2025 establishes an Office of Inspector General for the Judicial Branch to investigate misconduct allegations, prevent fraud and abuse, and recommend improvements to judicial regulations. The Inspector General, appointed by the Chief Justice, has the power to subpoena witnesses and documents but cannot review judicial decisions or punish judges. This act aims to increase transparency and accountability within the judicial branch while protecting whistleblowers from retaliation.

The JUDGES Act of 2025 authorizes the appointment of additional district judges across multiple states between 2029 and 2039 to address increasing caseloads. It also amends the organization of Texas and California district courts and requires the Comptroller General to submit reports on judicial caseloads and detention space needs. Furthermore, the Act mandates the public accessibility of the Judicial Conference of the United States' Article III Judgeship Recommendations report.

The "Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act" ensures that members of the Armed Forces and their dependents can access leave and reimbursement for travel expenses related to abortion services and assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization, when these services are not available nearby. It protects the privacy of service members seeking such care and prohibits any adverse actions against them for utilizing these provisions. The bill aims to address barriers to reproductive healthcare created by state abortion restrictions and logistical challenges faced by military personnel.

The "Precision Brain Health Research Act of 2025" amends the Precision Medicine for Veterans Initiative to include research on brain and mental health conditions, such as those caused by repetitive low-level blast exposure and dementia. It mandates data sharing between the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense, directs specific research activities, and requires reports to Congress on the initiative's progress and recommendations. The act authorizes $5 million annually from 2025 to 2034 to fund these efforts.

The "Move the ICC Out of NYC Act of 2025" aims to prevent the International Criminal Court (ICC) from using United Nations facilities in the United States. It mandates the U.S. Ambassador to the UN to negotiate a supplemental agreement to the United Nations Headquarters Agreement to prohibit the ICC's use of UN facilities within the U.S., based on the grounds that the U.S. has not ratified the Rome Statute and the ICC lacks jurisdiction over U.S. citizens.

The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025 amends the Housing Act of 1949 to provide grants and loans for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the preservation of single-family housing that is at least 25 years old. It sets specific requirements for the use of funds, including owner-occupancy, lease terms, and income limits for ADUs, and it caps the amount of assistance available for both single-family housing and ADUs. The act also allows recipients to use up to 20% of the funds for administrative costs and authorizes an appropriation of $200,000,000 for these purposes.

This bill gives legal authority to Executive Order issued on March 6, 2025, establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile.

The "WHO is Accountable Act" prohibits federal funds from being used to rejoin or contribute to the World Health Organization (WHO) unless the Secretary of State certifies that the WHO has met specific reform criteria. These criteria include ensuring the WHO is free from political influence (particularly from the Chinese Communist Party), is transparent and accountable, and focuses on its core mission without engaging in politically charged issues. The Act also requires the WHO to grant observer status to Taiwan and ensure its directives are not legally binding on U.S. citizens.

The "DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act" establishes an Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program within the Department of Homeland Security. This program allows analysts in intelligence components to participate in rotational assignments. The goal is to enhance intelligence capabilities and collaboration within the department.

The "Donald J. Trump $250 Bill Act" would require the Department of Treasury to print $250 Federal Reserve notes featuring a portrait of Donald J. Trump, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. This bill also amends existing law to allow the portrait of living Presidents to appear on United States currency and securities.

The "Protecting Military Assets Act of 2025" amends immigration law to deem individuals inadmissible to the U.S. and deportable if they have committed offenses related to unauthorized entry onto military, naval, or coast guard property, as defined under existing criminal code.

The Child Care Workforce Act aims to improve child care quality and affordability by establishing a pilot program that provides grants to states, Indian Tribes, and Tribal organizations to increase the wages of child care workers. These grants will be used to supplement the wages of eligible child care workers, with the goal of attracting and retaining qualified professionals, enhancing their well-being, and expanding access to affordable child care options. The program will be evaluated for its effectiveness, and a report will be submitted to Congress.

The FARMLAND Act of 2025 aims to protect U.S. agriculture and national security by modernizing and enforcing laws against malign foreign investments in U.S. agricultural land and businesses, particularly from countries of concern. It increases penalties for non-compliance with reporting requirements, mandates detailed reports on foreign land ownership and potential threats, and enhances the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) authority to review real estate transactions involving foreign entities. The act also directs the creation of a comprehensive database of foreign-owned agricultural land and prohibits foreign individuals/entities from participating in Farm Service Agency programs. Finally, the act authorizes appropriations for secure workspace construction, database development, and other activities related to enforcing the act.

This bill amends Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to eliminate in-person requirements for Medicare beneficiaries receiving mental health services through telehealth. It removes geographic restrictions for telehealth services related to substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Additionally, it allows rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers to continue providing mental health services via telehealth without time restrictions.

The "Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access to Care Act" prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from implementing or enforcing minimum staffing standards for long-term care facilities. It also establishes an advisory panel to assess and provide recommendations on strengthening the nursing home workforce, particularly in rural and underserved areas, and to address workforce shortages. The panel will be composed of 17 members and will submit regular reports to the Secretary and relevant committees.

The Forest Service Accountability Act mandates that the President, with Senate approval, appoint the Chief of the Forest Service, choosing someone with expertise in forest and natural resources management. The Senate Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Energy and Natural Resources will jointly review the nomination. Within 30 days of the Act's enactment, the President must submit a nomination for the Chief of the Forest Service to the Senate.

The Climate Agricultural Conservation Practices Act requires the USDA to evaluate and update conservation practice standards, including consideration of climate benefits such as greenhouse gas emission reductions, carbon sequestration, and adaptation to weather volatility. These standards must be reviewed within five years of the Act's enactment. The goal is to promote climate-friendly agricultural practices through existing conservation programs.

The Bureau of Land Management Mineral Spacing Act modifies permitting requirements for oil and gas leases under the Mineral Leasing Act when the federal government owns a minority of the mineral rights in a drilling unit or when wells on non-federal land access federal mineral estates. It limits the Secretary of the Interior's authority to require permits to drill, bonds, land access, mitigation, or surface reclamation approvals in certain situations. The Act requires lessees to notify the Secretary of the Interior when submitting state drilling permits and provide access agreements for inspections. This act does not apply to Indian lands and does not affect royalty payments.

The Sustainable Vessel Fuel Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the clean fuel production credit to include sustainable vessel fuel. Sustainable vessel fuel is defined as liquid fuel, not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, that has a zero emissions rate and meets certain standards for use in commercial vessels or ferries. These amendments apply to fuel produced after December 31, 2025, and terminate after December 31, 2027.

The "Securing Access to Care for Seniors in Critical Condition Act of 2025" amends the Social Security Act to change Medicare payment rules for long-term care hospitals. Beginning October 1, 2026, hospitals will not be subject to site-neutral payment rules for patients discharged under specific high-severity diagnosis groups. This adjustment aims to ensure adequate financial support for hospitals treating the most critical patients.