Legislation

The Investing in American Workers Act establishes a new tax credit for employers who invest in qualifying job training for their non-highly paid employees. This credit is calculated based on the amount by which current training expenses exceed the average of the past three years' inflation-adjusted training costs. Eligible training must lead to a recognized postsecondary credential, and small businesses may elect to apply the credit against payroll taxes instead of income tax.

This bill, the FEMA Administrative Reform Act, streamlines disaster response by removing the requirement for the Secretary of Homeland Security to personally approve FEMA expenditures over $100,000 related to disaster costs. It aims to expedite the allocation of necessary funds during emergencies.

The Protect Our Students Act aims to significantly enhance safety in school zones by requiring states to prioritize crash reduction efforts in these areas. This legislation mandates the Secretary of Transportation to clarify eligible safety improvements, including funding for crossing guards, traffic calming measures, and school zone audits. Furthermore, it increases the federal allocation for the Highway Safety Improvement Program to support these critical safety initiatives.

This Act mandates the Secretary of State to produce a comprehensive report detailing the treatment of ethnic minorities, particularly Albanians in the Preshevo Valley, within Serbia. The report must specifically investigate issues such as the denial of basic rights through residence deactivation and discrimination in public services and education. This assessment aims to shed light on potential systemic challenges faced by these minority groups.

The Restoring Trust in Public Safety Act establishes a grant program to fund the complete destruction of firearms by state, local, and Tribal governments. Eligible entities can apply for competitive grants to cover costs associated with destruction equipment, services, and training. Grantees must certify that all firearms and components are fully destroyed and maintain detailed records of the process.

This bill establishes the Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act of 2025 to expand access to mental health and substance use services for rural and agricultural communities. It creates a grant program for eligible entities to deliver remote telehealth services directly to patients in their homes. Funds will support service delivery, quality measurement, and the necessary technology infrastructure, including broadband expansion.

The Clean Competition Act establishes a "carbon intensity charge" on high-emission industrial goods, both domestically produced and imported, starting in 2026. This legislation aims to level the playing field by incentivizing decarbonization through calculated charges, offering rebates for U.S. exports, and authorizing international "carbon club" agreements. Revenue generated will fund significant domestic industrial competitiveness grants and international climate assistance programs.

The Stopping Grinch Bots Act of 2025 prohibits the circumvention of online access controls designed to enforce purchase limits or manage inventory. This makes it illegal to bypass these technological measures or sell products obtained through such means. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general are empowered to enforce these provisions.

This bill, the PSLF Payment Completion Fairness Act, amends the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. It removes the requirement that borrowers must be currently employed in public service when they apply for or receive loan forgiveness. The act only requires that borrowers have completed the necessary period of full-time public service employment.

The VAMOSA Act of 2025 mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a comprehensive, department-wide policy for managing all software assets. This policy requires maintaining a full inventory, identifying waste and redundancy, and ensuring compliance with licensing agreements. The goal is to improve efficiency and realize cost savings through better software oversight, with requirements for regular policy review and employee training.

The **FEHB Protection Act of 2025** is a comprehensive bill that enacts major policy changes across ten key areas, including farm subsidies, defense spending, tax reform, and border security. It extends farm support programs through 2031, provides substantial new funding for the Department of Defense and military quality of life, and overhauls tax provisions set to expire after 2025. Additionally, the bill adjusts federal agency funding, accelerates domestic energy production mandates, reforms student loan repayment, and establishes new fees for various immigration processes.

The Find It Early Act mandates that certain individuals at increased risk for breast cancer receive additional, recommended screenings with no out-of-pocket costs. This coverage requirement applies across private health plans, Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. These provisions are set to take effect starting January 1, 2026.

This bill seeks to make the principles outlined in Executive Order 14388 a permanent federal law. By codifying the order, it establishes a lasting commitment to improving the nation through better design standards across federal initiatives.

This resolution establishes expedited procedures for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on H.R. 5827, a bill aimed at advancing bipartisan solutions. It waives standard procedural objections and mandates the automatic adoption of a specific amendment offered by Representative Suozzi, if submitted beforehand. The process limits debate to one hour before a final vote and ensures swift transmittal to the Senate upon House passage.

This resolution strongly condemns the authoritarian regime of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela and commends President Trump for taking decisive action against him. It specifically denounces recent statements by Democratic Members of Congress that opposed Maduro's arrest, noting these statements contradict prior legislation they introduced condemning the regime. The resolution affirms the long-held belief by a broad coalition in the House that Maduro poses a threat to U.S. national security.

This resolution sets forth a streamlined process for the House of Representatives to immediately consider and vote on H.R. 7007, a bill intended to govern on behalf of the American people. It waives most procedural objections and automatically adopts a specific substitute amendment offered by the ranking minority member of the Rules Committee. Following a limited debate and one motion to recommit, the House will vote on final passage and swiftly send the measure to the Senate.

The Greenland Sovereignty Protection Act prohibits the use of federal funds for any attempt by the U.S. government to acquire, annex, or influence the self-determination of Greenland. This legislation strictly forbids increasing U.S. military presence or financial investment beyond current levels. Any exception to these prohibitions requires a new, explicit act of Congress.

This bill proposes to delay the implementation of recent amendments affecting hemp production under the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946. Specifically, it extends the current delay period for these changes from one year to three years.

The Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026 establishes programs within the Department of State to address critical mineral workforce shortages through international exchange. It creates fellowship opportunities for U.S. students to study mining abroad and for foreign scholars to teach and collaborate at U.S. institutions. These initiatives aim to strengthen the domestic mining industry by developing a skilled workforce and fostering global cooperation. Funding will be provided through excess foreign currencies and specific appropriations authorized through fiscal year 2035.

This bill, the Protecting Third Party Litigation Funding From Abuse Act, mandates that parties in civil lawsuits must disclose any third party with a direct financial stake in the case's outcome. This requirement aims to bring transparency to litigation funding arrangements by compelling the production of relevant agreements for court and party review. The legislation provides specific exceptions for standard loan repayments and certain grants, while protecting the privacy of donor and member lists.