Legislation

This bill authorizes and ratifies a specific settlement agreement resolving the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim in New York State. It confirms the terms of the compromise reached between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and various state and local entities. Furthermore, the legislation designates certain lands acquired by the Tribe within the settlement areas as Indian Country.

This resolution designates December 6th of each year as "National Miners Day." The day will honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners across the United States. It also commemorates the tragic Monongah mining disaster of 1907, which spurred significant improvements in miner safety.

This act transfers approximately 72 acres of U.S. Forest Service land in Washington State into trust status for the benefit of the Quinault Indian Nation. The land will become part of the Quinault Indian Reservation, managed by the Secretary of the Interior, with restrictions against gaming use. This transfer upholds existing treaty rights and requires environmental disclosure before the land is fully transferred.

This Act officially names the memorial at the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery as the "World War II Women's Memorial." It also designates this memorial as a "commemorative work" under existing federal law. Furthermore, the bill allows a specific World War II home front women's commemorative work to be placed in designated areas within Washington, D.C., overriding standard location restrictions.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement in the United States. It honors the immense sacrifices and significant contributions of Southeast Asian Americans across all sectors of American life. The bill also acknowledges the challenges these communities have faced since arriving. Finally, it reaffirms the nation's commitment to supporting these vibrant communities.

The Public Lands Military Readiness Act of 2025 extends the military withdrawal period for key training lands in Alaska, New Mexico, and California until 2051. This legislation also corrects the official acreage descriptions for the McGregor Range and Fort Irwin military lands. The bill ensures continued federal land availability necessary for Department of Defense training operations.

This bill establishes expedited procedures for the House of Representatives to immediately consider and vote on H.R. 2550, which aims to nullify the Executive Order concerning Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs. It waives standard procedural objections and limits debate to one hour before sending the measure to the Senate.

The Cormorant Relief Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of the Interior to reissue and maintain a federal rule allowing the control of double-crested cormorants at aquaculture facilities in specified states. This reissued rule must modernize terminology and recordkeeping while removing the previous expiration date. The Secretary is required to renew this depredation order every five years, ensuring compliance with existing environmental and wildlife protection laws.

This executive resolution permits the Senate to consider 97 presidential nominations as a single group during an Executive Session. The nominations cover a wide range of high-level federal positions across numerous departments and agencies. This action streamlines the confirmation process for these various appointments.

This Act transfers specified public lands to the Secretary of the Interior to be held in trust for the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. The legislation revokes a previous public land order and mandates the placement of approximately 265 acres into trust status for the Tribe's benefit. Importantly, the land taken into trust will be part of the Tribe's reservation but is explicitly prohibited from being used for gaming activities.

The Protect America's Workforce Act nullifies a specific Executive Order issued in March 2025 concerning exclusions from federal labor-management relations programs. This legislation ensures that any existing collective bargaining agreements between federal agencies and employee unions remain fully in effect until their stated expiration dates. The Act also prohibits the use of federal funds to implement the overturned Executive Order.

This act, the Make State Wildlife Action Plans Efficient Act of 2025, aims to streamline the federal review and approval process for state wildlife conservation plans. It establishes a strict 180-day deadline for the Secretary of the Interior to approve or disapprove these state plans. Furthermore, it conditionally authorizes states to begin implementing their programs upon submission, ensuring timely conservation efforts while requiring accountability for missed deadlines.

This resolution officially recognizes December 10, 2025, as Human Rights Day, marking the 77th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It reaffirms support for this declaration and condemns the use of political imprisonment to repress civil liberties. Furthermore, the resolution calls for the immediate release of unjustly detained political prisoners worldwide.

This Act authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to enter into a cooperative agreement with the City of The Dalles, Oregon, for watershed restoration work on National Forest System land. It also establishes a process for the City to acquire approximately 150 acres of National Forest System land for use related to its municipal water supply. The agreement includes funding authorization, and the land transfer requires the City to cover all administrative costs.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 521 Thorn Street in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, as the "Mary Elizabeth Bettie Cole Post Office Building." This change ensures all future federal references use the newly established name for the building.

The Semiquincentennial Tourism and Access to Recreation Sites Act (STARS Act) waives entrance and amenity fees at most federal public recreational sites on September 17, 2026. This one-day fee waiver is established to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. The Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture are responsible for implementing the respective fee waivers across various federal lands.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 86 Main Street in Haverstraw, New York, as the "Paul Piperato Post Office Building." This action ensures the facility will be known by this name in all official federal records and documents moving forward.

This resolution congratulates the Vermont Green Football Club on winning the 2025 United Soccer League Two National Championship. It recognizes their undefeated season, the historic achievement of securing a second consecutive national title for a Vermont soccer team, and their commitment to community values. The resolution officially commends the players, coaches, and staff for their success.

This bill, the "Studying NEPA’s Impact on Projects Act," mandates that federal agencies submit annual reports detailing the impact of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) on their projects. These reports must cover lawsuits alleging NEPA violations, as well as data on the length, cost, and timelines associated with preparing Environmental Impact Statements. The Council on Environmental Quality will then publish these comprehensive reports publicly.

This bill reauthorizes and updates the Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program through 2031. It directs the program to focus on integrating advanced technologies for improved snowpack measurement and modeling to enhance water supply forecasts. The legislation also emphasizes building partner capacity and coordinating with other federal agencies to better inform water management decisions.