Legislation

The American Family Act fundamentally overhauls the Child Tax Credit by replacing the annual lump sum with a system of advance, refundable monthly payments delivered directly to families. These monthly allowances vary based on the child's age, with higher amounts provided for younger children. The bill also establishes a separate, smaller credit for other dependents and outlines procedures for annual renewal and reconciliation of advance payments when filing taxes.

The Radar Gap Elimination Act establishes the Radar Next Program to modernize the nation's weather radar system. This initiative directs the National Weather Service to develop a comprehensive plan for replacing the existing NEXRAD system to improve performance and coverage across the U.S. and its territories. The program also allows for immediate partnerships to fill current radar coverage gaps while planning for the full system overhaul, which must be executed by September 30, 2040.

The SEER Act of 2025 aims to strengthen ethics enforcement by tightening conflict-of-interest rules for "special Government employees"—part-time or temporary federal workers. The bill mandates increased public transparency regarding these employees' financial disclosures and creates a public database tracking their service days. Furthermore, it restricts communications between certain high-impact special employees and agencies dealing with large companies in which they hold financial interests.

The SNAP Staffing Flexibility Act of 2025 grants states the authority to hire external contractors to assist with processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications during periods of high demand or staffing shortages. This flexibility allows states to manage application backlogs while adhering to strict rules against conflicts of interest and ensuring contractors do not incentivize benefit denials. States must notify the Secretary of Agriculture before using this authority, which is intended to supplement, not replace, existing merit-based state staff.

The Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2025 amends the Fair Credit Reporting Act to allow credit reporting agencies to include positive payment histories for rent and utility bills. This change aims to help more consumers build a stronger credit history by recognizing on-time payments for essential services. The bill also provides specific protections for consumers with utility payment plans and mandates a government review of the impact of these new reporting standards.

The American Infrastructure Bonds Act of 2025 establishes a new federal tax credit for issuers of qualifying municipal bonds used for infrastructure projects. This credit reimburses the issuer for 28% of the interest paid on the bond. While the interest remains tax-exempt for the bondholder, it must be treated as taxable income for the issuer for federal purposes.

The Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act of 2025 makes the existing adoption tax credit fully refundable, allowing taxpayers to receive the benefit even if they owe no tax. This is achieved by relocating the credit within the tax code and updating related references. The bill also mandates the Treasury Department to issue regulations establishing a standardized third-party affidavit form for verifying adoption expenses. These changes will apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The Interactive Federal Review Act aims to speed up environmental reviews for major federally funded highway projects by mandating the use of modern digital tools, such as 3D models ("digital twins") and interactive platforms. This encourages faster analysis and better public understanding of project impacts under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Furthermore, the bill prioritizes grant applications that include a plan to utilize these advanced digital tools for environmental review and community engagement. The Secretary of Transportation must issue guidance and report to Congress on the effectiveness of these new digital workflows.

The GHOST Act of 2025 establishes the Russia Sanctions Enforcement Fund to finance the seizure and forfeiture of assets related to Russian sanctions violations. It also creates the Export Enforcement Coordination Center, housed within Homeland Security Investigations, to centralize and improve interagency efforts against illegal exports. The bill mandates strict reporting on the Fund's activities and ensures robust coordination between law enforcement and intelligence communities on export control enforcement.

The Oligarch Act of 2025 establishes a new federal Wealth Tax applied annually to the net worth of high-net-worth individuals and trusts. This tax features progressive rates ranging from 2% to 8% based on the taxpayer's net worth relative to a dynamic threshold amount. The legislation mandates rigorous valuation rules and includes specific enforcement mechanisms, such as required audits and enhanced penalties for significant asset undervaluation.

The Safer Neighborhoods Gun Buyback Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance to fund state, local, and tribal governments, as well as eligible gun dealers, to conduct local gun buyback events. These buybacks must utilize specially designed "smart prepaid cards" that are technologically barred from purchasing firearms or ammunition. The bill also creates a new federal crime with significant penalties for anyone using or accepting these specific prepaid cards to illegally acquire or transfer a firearm or ammunition.

This resolution officially congratulates the University of Oklahoma women's gymnastics team for winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship. The bill recognizes their dominant season, which secured the program's seventh national title and tied them for third all-time in NCAA history. It also celebrates the numerous individual All-America honors earned by the student-athletes, including Jordan Bowers' all-around national title.

The Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act aims to strengthen federal meal programs for child care centers by clarifying eligibility rules and mandating annual reviews for certain providers. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to review and update procedures for handling serious deficiencies, ensuring fairness and distinguishing between minor errors and systemic failures. Furthermore, the bill limits reimbursement caps for extra meals, changes the inflation metric used for funding adjustments, and establishes an advisory committee to significantly reduce administrative paperwork.

The Deafblind DATA Act aims to establish a more accurate count of Americans who are deafblind by directing the Census Bureau to cross-reference existing survey data. This new law mandates the annual publication of a public table detailing the demographic and economic characteristics of the deafblind population by state, starting in 2026. The goal is to provide essential data to ensure these individuals receive necessary support and resources.

The Safe and Secure Housing for Opioid Recovery and Enduring Stability Act of 2025 (Safe SHORES Act) reauthorizes and updates a vital pilot program to help individuals in opioid recovery secure stable housing. This legislation extends the program's duration through 2030, guarantees a minimum annual funding floor of $50 million, and allows funds to be used for essential furniture costs. Furthermore, it establishes new monitoring requirements and mandates detailed annual reporting to Congress on program effectiveness and resident outcomes.

The Protect National Service Act affirms the significant societal return on investment provided by national service programs like AmeriCorps. This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to eliminate the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) or alter its status as a Government corporation. It ensures that any future reorganization must maintain the Trust's solvency and continue federal commitment to civic engagement. The CEO must annually certify compliance with these protections to Congress for five years.

The Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Activities Act aims to strengthen the Federal Home Loan Bank System's support for housing, farming, and small business needs, particularly in underserved areas. The bill expands the tools available to Banks to assist members, clarifies existing support mechanisms like grants and subsidized financing, and ties executive compensation directly to achieving these community development goals. Furthermore, it broadens the definition of community financial institutions to include more credit unions and CDFIs, and mandates increased annual funding for the Affordable Housing Program.

The Veterans First Act of 2025 reallocates \$2 billion previously designated for foreign aid to fund critical construction and renovation projects for state-run veterans' homes. This legislation provides grants to states to build new facilities or upgrade existing ones, ensuring better care for veterans. The bill permanently rescinds the specified foreign aid funding to secure this dedicated resource for domestic veteran support.

The CLEAR Skies Act establishes a new, temporary federal tax credit for the domestic production and sale of lead-free "qualified aviation gasoline" through the end of 2030. This legislation aims to incentivize the transition away from leaded aviation fuel by offering a per-gallon credit that phases down over time. Additionally, the bill mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) study to investigate the price differences between leaded and unleaded aviation fuels and assess whether the new tax credit is being passed on to consumers.

The What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish standard operating procedures for all mental health and suicide prevention grant or pilot programs administered by the Veterans Health Administration. These procedures mandate clear, measurable goals and detailed evaluation plans for every program. The goal is to ensure all initiatives are rigorously assessed so that successful strategies can be identified and scaled up to better prevent veteran suicide.