Legislation

The No Funding for Lawless Jurisdictions Act restricts federal crime-fighting grants to state and local governments that limit cash bail for serious offenses or release convicted felons on personal recognizance. Furthermore, jurisdictions that cut their police budgets in the preceding year are ineligible for these funds, unless the cut was part of a fair, government-wide budget reduction. This legislation aims to ensure federal support only goes to jurisdictions maintaining traditional public safety and law enforcement funding standards.

The Tropical Plant Health Initiative Act establishes a dedicated federal initiative to protect vital tropical crops like coffee, bananas, and mangoes from devastating pests and diseases. This law authorizes new research and extension grants focused on developing science-based solutions for these specific agricultural threats. Furthermore, it extends the program's funding authorization through the year 2030.

The Advancing Quality U.S. Aquaculture Act updates the National Aquaculture Act of 1980 by mandating more frequent industry reviews and requiring assessments to detail capital needs and regulatory barriers. It establishes a new, non-federal Aquaculture Advisory Committee to guide best practices and technical assistance for the industry. Furthermore, the bill requires annual comprehensive reports to Congress on the state of U.S. aquaculture, including federal spending evaluations.

The PILOT Act mandates that the Department of Defense conduct a comprehensive study on whether active-duty military pilots are sustaining traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) due to the physical stresses of flying. The resulting report must detail the study's findings, review current TBI identification and treatment procedures, and propose a strategy for improvement. Furthermore, the Secretary of Defense must offer legislative recommendations to better address TBI in this population.

The RESIDE Act establishes a temporary Blighted Building to Housing Conversion Program to transform vacant commercial or industrial structures into attainable housing units. This pilot program, funded by excess allocations from the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, provides grants to eligible entities for property acquisition, cleanup, and conversion. Priority will be given to projects in economically struggling areas or those that streamline local conversion regulations.

This bill amends the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act to mandate improved coordination between the EPA Administrator and the Secretary of Agriculture on pesticide regulation. It requires the EPA to conduct economic analyses when implementing new safety measures for pesticides. Furthermore, it ensures the EPA incorporates critical agronomic data and feasibility information from the Department of Agriculture during registration reviews.

The Expanding Seniors’ Access to PFAS Testing Act ensures Medicare beneficiaries will have no out-of-pocket costs for physician-ordered blood tests detecting PFAS "forever chemicals." This section amends the Social Security Act to waive all cost-sharing requirements for this specific screening. Beginning January 1, 2028, Medicare will cover 100% of the cost for PFAS testing.

The SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025 aims to significantly improve federal support for state-level stillbirth research and data collection. It authorizes grants for states to enhance surveillance, track risk factors, and build local capacity for analyzing stillbirth data, provided the information remains de-identified. Furthermore, the bill mandates the development of standardized guidelines and educational materials regarding stillbirth awareness and risk factors, developed in consultation with experts and bereaved families.

The Combatting Fentanyl Poisonings Act of 2025 establishes several new grant programs managed by the Attorney General to address the fentanyl crisis. These grants will fund local law enforcement efforts to stop social media drug sales, support non-profit organizations in running public awareness campaigns, and equip officers to safely handle fentanyl exposure. The Act specifically allocates funds for enforcement, education, and officer protection related to the dangers of fentanyl.

The Community College Agriculture Advancement Act of 2025 establishes a new federal grant program to strengthen agriculture and natural resources programs at community colleges. These competitive grants will help two-year colleges build capacity for workforce training, education, and research. Priority will be given to colleges that partner with local agriculture businesses to provide students with hands-on experience. The Act authorizes $20 million annually to support these vital local and regional agricultural initiatives.

The Help Federal Employees During Shutdowns Act (Help FEDS Act) ensures that essential, non-paid federal employees working during a government shutdown can receive state unemployment compensation for the weeks they are actively working. This legislation mandates that the federal government fully reimburse states for all benefits paid out, plus administrative costs, directly from the Unemployment Trust Fund. Any employee who receives retroactive pay for a period they were also paid unemployment must repay those benefits to the state.

The Rail Passenger Fairness Act aims to restore Amtrak's statutory right to priority over freight trains on shared tracks, which has been frequently ignored by freight railroads, causing significant passenger delays. This bill grants Amtrak the direct authority to file civil lawsuits in federal court to enforce these crucial preference rights. By ensuring passenger trains run on time, the Act is expected to improve service reliability and generate substantial cost savings.

The Fraud Accountability and Recovery Act aims to combat large-scale fraud against the U.S. government by penalizing foreign countries that refuse to extradite convicted fraudsters or fail to assist in recovering stolen federal funds. This bill mandates the suspension of U.S. foreign assistance to non-cooperative nations, though the President retains a national security waiver. Furthermore, it requires the Secretary of State to annually report on noncompliant countries and the amount of lost U.S. funds tied to their inaction.

The Stop RFK’s Bad Science Act mandates the immediate reinstatement of any National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants or awards that were terminated or suspended between January 20, 2025, and the enactment of this law. Reinstated funds must be disbursed to recipients within 30 days of request, and the budget period for these grants is automatically extended by one year. Exceptions to reinstatement only apply if the NIH Director finds evidence of financial mismanagement or research fraud by the recipient.

This act authorizes the creation and issuance of a new circulating and numismatic $2.50 coin to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The bill mandates specific historical designs for the initial release, continuing a tradition from the 150th anniversary celebration. The Treasury Secretary is given authority over the production, alloy, and future designs, with a goal for the coins to be available by July 4, 2026.

The Balanced Agricultural Support and Efficiency Act mandates a one-time update to farm base acres for covered commodities starting with the 2025 crop year. This update will use a five-year average of actual planted or prevented-planting history from 2020 through 2024. The bill also removes outdated references to "generic base acres" in existing agricultural law.

The Lower Internet Costs Act mandates that broadband providers must clearly display the total, final price of internet service in both advertisements and on monthly bills. This legislation also prohibits providers from charging certain specified fees, such as those related to network maintenance or regulatory compliance. Furthermore, the bill requires clear disclosure of future price increases for customers on introductory internet plans.

The Stand Strong for Medicare Act of 2025 expands Medicare coverage to include essential fall prevention items such as grab bars, non-slip mats, and shower chairs. This legislation removes the requirement for a physician's order for these specific safety items to be covered. Furthermore, payments made by Medicare for these items will be protected from automatic budget sequestration cuts.

The Picket Line Protection Act of 2025 makes strike benefits received from a labor organization tax-free for federal income tax purposes. This change applies to compensation received after January 1, 2025, intended to cover lost wages during a strike. The bill aims to provide financial relief to striking workers by exempting these payments from taxation.

The **Inspired to Serve Act of 2025** is a comprehensive bill designed to strengthen civic engagement, service pathways, and national readiness. It establishes dedicated funding to revitalize K-12 civic education and service-learning programs nationwide, while simultaneously streamlining opportunities across military, national, and public service sectors. Furthermore, the Act modernizes federal hiring, enhances benefits for service members and national service participants, and updates mobilization systems to ensure the nation can effectively deploy critical skills during emergencies.