Legislation

The Right to Contraception Act establishes a federal right for individuals to access and use contraception without government interference. It prohibits federal and state governments from enacting laws that restrict access to contraceptives or the provision of related services. The Act provides clear enforcement mechanisms, allowing individuals and the Attorney General to sue to strike down any rule that violates these protections.

The Protecting America’s Seniors’ Access to Care Act prohibits the Secretary of Health and Human Services from implementing the minimum staffing level rules for nursing homes that were published by CMS on May 10, 2024. This legislation effectively blocks the enforcement of those specific staffing mandates.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to significantly increase the tax credits available for both families and employers related to dependent and child care expenses. Specifically, it doubles the maximum expense limits for the household and dependent care services credit claimed by individuals. Additionally, it raises the maximum credit amount available to employers for providing child care benefits from $\$150,000$ to $\$400,000$.

The No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act imposes sanctions on foreign persons who knowingly assist in the construction, maintenance, or repair of any tunnel or bridge connecting mainland Russia to illegally occupied Crimea. These sanctions include asset freezes and visa bans, recognizing Crimea's use as a staging ground for Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The President retains the authority to waive these sanctions if deemed necessary for U.S. national security interests, provided Congress is notified in advance.

The District of Columbia Prosecutor Home Rule Act transfers responsibility for prosecuting all local D.C. crimes from federal authorities to the designated local prosecutors office. This transition will take effect one year after the District officially names the local office responsible for these duties. The Act also ensures that current federal employees transferring to the new local office retain their existing federal employment benefits.

The Access to Credit for our Rural Economy Act of 2025 (ACRE Act) creates a new federal tax incentive for qualified lenders. This incentive excludes income earned from interest on loans secured by rural or agricultural real property from taxation. The goal is to encourage lending for agricultural, forestry, and certain rural home improvement purposes while prohibiting loans to foreign adversary entities.

The DIRECT Act rescinds unspent enforcement funding previously allocated to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). These withdrawn funds are immediately redirected to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This redirected money is specifically designated to cover the salaries and expenses for new agents hired to secure the southern border.

The Building Capacity for Care Act establishes a federal program to provide loans, loan guarantees, and grants for improving and expanding mental health and substance use disorder treatment facilities. This funding prioritizes projects that increase inpatient bed capacity in underserved or high-need areas. Furthermore, the bill creates a dedicated Trust Fund, financed by revenue from the loan program, to support community mental health services block grants.

The Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act of 2025 establishes new federal oversight for local governments seeking hate crime prevention grants. Jurisdictions with over 100,000 residents must demonstrate credible hate crime reporting to the FBI to remain eligible for funding. Failure to report credibly can result in ineligibility, though jurisdictions can avoid penalties by proving they have undertaken significant public education and improved reporting standards.

This resolution of inquiry formally requests the President and the Secretaries of the Treasury and Labor to provide the House of Representatives with specific documents. These documents must detail the economic impact of recent federal workforce reductions, particularly those stemming from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), on local economies and unemployment rates. Additionally, Congress seeks information regarding the effect of newly imposed tariffs on the cost of imported goods.

This resolution officially honors the life and 203rd birthday of Ulysses S. Grant, America's 18th President and a native son of Ohio. It recognizes his pivotal role in winning the Civil War and his subsequent efforts to advance civil rights as President. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the preservation work being done by The Land of US Grant, Inc. in Georgetown, Ohio.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating the fourth Wednesday of February as "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day." The bill aims to raise public awareness about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a serious, often undiagnosed heart condition. By promoting awareness, the resolution encourages early detection through family history and medical screening. Ultimately, this designation seeks to provide hope and vital information to patients, families, and caregivers affected by HCM.

This bill amends House Resolution 211 to clarify that days occurring during the first session of the current Congress count as calendar days when calculating the timeline for a joint resolution to terminate the national emergency declared on February 1, 2025. This ensures a consistent and straightforward process for Congress to end the declared emergency.

This resolution affirms Congress's agreement with the President's use of executive authority to address the threat posed by the criminal organization Tren de Aragua. It formally declares members of the group to be "alien enemies" engaged in an invasion of the United States. The bill supports the President's actions to detain and remove these individuals under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.

This resolution formally recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and commends its significant contributions to science, energy, and national security. Congress acknowledges PNNL's evolution from a nuclear research facility to a major national laboratory driving innovation across critical sectors. The bill celebrates the lab's extensive research, collaborations, and commitment to developing future STEM talent.

This bill officially terminates the national emergency that the President declared on April 2, 2025, under Executive Order 14257. It utilizes the authority of the National Emergencies Act to immediately end the emergency declaration. Consequently, all special powers and authorities activated by that declaration are rescinded.

The MedShield Act of 2025 establishes a permanent national medical defense program to proactively guard the U.S. against future biological threats. This new program will leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology to rapidly develop and deploy medical countermeasures, aiming to eliminate the need for emergency mobilizations like Operation Warp Speed. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is tasked with creating and implementing this integrated system, coordinating across government, industry, and international allies. The Act authorizes significant funding over five years to build this standing biodefense shield.

The Maximum Support Act declares the U.S. policy to provide maximum support for the Iranian people seeking a democratic, rights-respecting political system. The bill establishes strategies to enhance internet freedom in Iran by countering censorship and ensuring sanctions do not impede access to technology. Furthermore, it mandates the seizure of Iranian government assets to fund democracy promotion efforts and supports encouraging defections from the regime.

The Vessel Tracking for Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2025 establishes a temporary pilot program to test the use of big data analytics in identifying vessels attempting to evade U.S. sanctions and export controls. This program, run by Homeland Security, will specifically analyze patterns like the disabling of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) to generate actionable intelligence for law enforcement. The pilot will conclude after four years, followed by a comprehensive report to Congress assessing its effectiveness in catching sanctions violators.

This joint resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a specific rule submitted by the Department of Energy (DOE) concerning energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. By utilizing the Congressional Review Act, this measure nullifies the DOE's recently published rule, preventing it from taking effect. Essentially, Congress is overturning the new energy efficiency requirements for commercial refrigeration units.