Legislation

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to strengthen reporting requirements for states applying for Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services block grants. It mandates that states provide detailed information regarding their Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs, including available medications, diversion protocols, and misuse data. The goal is to ensure greater transparency and accountability in how these federal funds are used for substance use services.

The Agriculture Infrastructure Stability Act of 2025 mandates the research and development of a new revenue-loss crop insurance policy to help stabilize farm income. The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation must make this policy available to farmers within two years, provided it meets existing statutory requirements. Furthermore, the Corporation is required to report its research findings and policy details to Congress within one year of the Act's passage.

The Protect Consumers from Reallocation Costs Act of 2025 prohibits the EPA from reallocating the renewable fuel volume obligations of small refineries that receive exemption extensions. This ensures that the volume remains tied to the exempt refinery rather than being shifted to other obligated parties. Furthermore, the bill requires the EPA to count the fuel produced by an exempt small refinery when calculating the overall production obligations for its parent company.

This resolution expresses strong Congressional support for designating the first Friday of October as "Manufacturing Day." The bill recognizes the critical economic contribution and job creation power of the U.S. manufacturing sector. By endorsing this day, Congress encourages nationwide events to promote modern manufacturing careers to students and the public.

This bill seeks to nullify the Department of Health and Human Services' final rule regarding medications for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) treatment. Specifically, it voids the majority of the rule, with the exception of provisions related to the accreditation of opioid treatment programs. This action effectively removes the federal regulation concerning OUD medication treatment standards.

The Every Kid Outdoors Reauthorization Act renews the popular program offering free access to national parks and federal recreation sites for eligible youth. This reauthorization specifically targets fifth graders or 10- and 11-year-old home-schooled learners. The bill authorizes $25 million annually to support the program, including funding for outreach and transportation assistance for underserved communities.

The Combatting International Drug Trafficking and Human Smuggling Partnership Act of 2025 enhances the operational authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents operating in foreign countries under formal agreements. This allows CBP to conduct joint operations focused on tracking illicit drugs, stopping human smuggling, and addressing security threats. Furthermore, the bill establishes a temporary mechanism for the Department of Homeland Security to pay claims for damages resulting from these overseas CBP operations.

This bill reauthorizes and extends funding for the crucial telehealth network and telehealth resource centers grant programs through fiscal year 2030. It secures \$42,050,000 annually for these programs to continue supporting and expanding telehealth infrastructure nationwide.

The SPEED and Reliability Act of 2025 overhauls the federal permitting process for major electric transmission lines managed by FERC. It establishes new criteria for approving projects that enhance national reliability, reduce bottlenecks, and benefit consumers. The bill mandates that FERC actively consider landowner input and ensures that project costs are fairly allocated only to the customers who benefit from the upgrades. Finally, it clarifies lead agency roles for federal approvals and sets deadlines for coordination.

The National Gun Violence Research Act of 2025 aims to significantly increase federal research into the causes, consequences, and prevention of gun violence. This bill repeals previous restrictions that limited data collection and research by agencies like the ATF, CDC, and NIH. It establishes a new National Gun Violence Research Program to coordinate efforts, fund grants through agencies like the NSF and HHS, and develop voluntary safety standards through NIST.

The Pet and Livestock Protection Act mandates the Secretary of the Interior to reissue the 2020 final rule removing the gray wolf from the list of endangered and threatened wildlife within 60 days of enactment. This action is intended to finalize the gray wolf's delisting status. Furthermore, this section prohibits any judicial review of the Secretary's reissued rule.

The PEACE Act of 2025 imposes strict new financial sanctions on foreign banks knowingly dealing with sanctioned Russian entities following escalating attacks on Ukraine. It mandates the Treasury Department to seize specific Russian Central Bank assets held in the U.S. and transfer them to a fund supporting Ukraine. The Act also requires a review of major Russian energy companies and includes provisions for presidential waivers and a sunset clause tied to Russia ceasing destabilizing actions.

The Healthy Start Reauthorization Act of 2025 secures vital funding for the Healthy Start Initiative, a program dedicated to improving maternal and child health outcomes. This legislation specifically authorizes a consistent annual appropriation of \$145,000,000 for the program through fiscal year 2030. This reauthorization ensures predictable budgetary support for this critical public health effort.

The NICS Data Reporting Act of 2025 mandates that the Attorney General annually report data on all failed firearm background checks conducted through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). This report must be submitted to Congressional Judiciary Committees. The required data breakdown includes demographic information such as race, age, and sex, where available.

The Black Vulture Relief Act authorizes livestock producers and their employees to take action against black vultures that pose an imminent threat to their livestock. This permission overrides certain existing regulations but strictly prohibits the use of poison. Those who take vultures under this authority must submit an annual report to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service once the required reporting form is made available.

The Protect Your PIN Act of 2025 updates existing law to ensure local law enforcement receives dedicated funding to combat identity theft. This bill specifically amends the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2022 to include identity theft within the scope of eligible cybercrime grants. By defining identity theft for grant purposes, the Act broadens how federal funds can be used to investigate and prosecute these crimes at the local level.

The BECCS Advancement Commission Act of 2025 establishes a new commission within the Department of Agriculture to study and recommend improvements to federal policy regarding Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS). This group, composed of government, industry, and community representatives, will assess how BECCS development impacts local economies, forest health, and wildfire management. The Commission must deliver a comprehensive report to Congress within one year outlining policy suggestions to expand BECCS use, including its role in powering data centers.

The REMIT Act significantly increases the excise tax on remittance transfers sent abroad by U.S. persons from 1% to 15%. This new tax is waived if the sender is verified as a U.S. citizen or national by a qualified money transfer provider. U.S. citizens who pay the tax can claim it back as a refundable income tax credit, subject to new reporting requirements for both senders and transfer companies.

The Firearm Due Process Protection Act of 2025 aims to strengthen due process rights for individuals challenging denials in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). It mandates expedited court hearings for record correction lawsuits and shifts the burden of proof onto the government to demonstrate why a person should be ineligible to own a firearm. Additionally, the bill requires the FBI to submit annual reports detailing the outcomes and timelines of all NICS record challenges.

The Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends crucial grant programs designed to bolster rural healthcare infrastructure through 2030. This legislation mandates that recipients of rural health outreach and network development grants must actively involve underserved residents in the planning and execution of their projects. The bill ensures continued federal support for improving access to quality care in America's rural communities.