Legislation

This bill restricts the use of federal funds to carry out large-scale removals of employees within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Specifically, it prohibits using federal money for terminations if 3% or more of the total HHS workforce, or 3% or more of any individual sub-agency's staff, are removed within a 60-day period. This measure aims to prevent sudden, mass layoffs across the department and its major divisions.

The New Producer Economic Security Act establishes a new federal program to fund community-led projects that help new and disadvantaged farmers, ranchers, and forest owners gain access to land, capital, and markets. Run by the USDA's Farm Service Agency, the initiative aims to ensure the long-term economic viability and security of these producers. Eligible entities will apply for grants to provide direct assistance, technical support, and financial tools to qualified beneficiaries. Priority will be given to projects that offer direct financial aid, support land affordability, and involve strong local partnerships.

The EASE Act of 2025 mandates that Medicare-participating hospitals provide specific, tailored information to patients upon discharge. This ensures that individuals likely needing follow-up care, such as home health or extended care, receive a list of available local providers. Crucially, the bill requires hospitals to inform eligible patients about local Medicare-participating hospice programs.

The Honor Farmer Contracts Act mandates that the Department of Agriculture immediately honor all existing written agreements and pay any outstanding debts owed under those contracts. This legislation strictly prohibits the cancellation of signed farmer contracts unless the farmer has breached the terms. Furthermore, the Act requires a 60-day advance written notice to Congress before closing any local Farm Service Agency, NRCS, or Rural Development offices.

The End Taxpayer Subsidies for Electric Vehicles Act immediately repeals the federal tax credit for purchasing new clean vehicles. This legislation removes Section 30D from the Internal Revenue Code and makes necessary conforming amendments across the tax code. The repeal applies to any vehicle placed in service during any calendar year beginning after the date the Act is enacted.

The Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2025 establishes a hard annual limit on the amount individuals and families must pay out-of-pocket for prescription drugs under their health plans. Starting in 2026, this cap will be set at \$2,000 for individuals and \$4,000 for families, adjusting annually based on medical cost inflation. This requirement applies to both ACA marketplace plans and most employer-sponsored group health plans.

The End Dark Money Act repeals the restriction preventing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from using funds to bring transparency to the political activities of certain nonprofit organizations for Fiscal Year 2025. This action effectively removes limitations placed on the IRS regarding oversight of nonprofit political spending for that year.

The Deschutes River Conservancy Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends the authorization for the Deschutes River Conservancy Working Group until 2032. This bill updates the required membership composition of the Working Group to ensure diverse representation from environmental, agricultural, tribal, and governmental interests. Additionally, it increases the allowable limit for administrative costs from five percent to ten percent.

The LIZARD Act of 2025 mandates the immediate delisting of the dunes sagebrush lizard from the federal lists of threatened and endangered species. This legislation specifically prohibits the Secretary from ever determining the lizard to be a threatened or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act going forward.

This bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to submit an annual report to Congress. This report must analyze successful state and local strategies aimed at promoting affordable housing. The goal is for Congress to use this analysis to shape effective federal policies supporting local efforts to combat the national housing crisis.

The Youth Homelessness Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025 establishes a three-year pilot program to provide direct, unconditional cash payments to eligible homeless or formerly homeless individuals aged 18 to 29. This initiative aims to study the impact of guaranteed income on housing stability, economic outcomes, and well-being for this vulnerable population. The program will also mandate comprehensive support services alongside the cash assistance, with an independent external partner evaluating the results for Congress.

The Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2025 mandates the creation of a national public health campaign by the Secretary of HHS to educate the public on accessing abortion and related health services legally and safely. This campaign must provide medically accurate information on care options, including telehealth and medication abortion, while also teaching people how to recognize disinformation and protect their health data. The effort must be culturally competent and accessible to underserved communities, explicitly prohibiting the promotion of misinformation or abstinence-only programs.

This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to develop and implement a comprehensive 10-year Campus Modernization Plan for the United States Merchant Marine Academy. The plan must address critical infrastructure needs, including new training facilities, updated housing, and essential utility overhauls, to support modern maritime education and national security requirements. Congress authorizes up to \$1.02 billion from the Maritime Security Trust Fund between fiscal years 2026 and 2035 to execute this modernization effort.

This bill establishes a new per diem allowance for Members of Congress to cover lodging, meal, and incidental expenses incurred when traveling specifically to cast votes in the Washington D.C. area. Members whose official residence is outside the Washington Metropolitan Area are eligible for this allowance on days they are present and vote. The allowance amounts will align with GSA rates, and these payments are explicitly excluded from federal, state, and local taxation.

The Taiwan Allies Fund Act establishes a dedicated fund to support countries that maintain relationships with Taiwan despite pressure from the People's Republic of China (PRC). This fund authorizes up to $40 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to help eligible nations counter PRC coercion. Aid will focus on strengthening democratic partnerships, supporting Taiwan's international participation, and offering alternatives to PRC economic influence. The Secretary of State will manage the fund, coordinating with Taiwan, and must report annually to Congress on the fund's activities and Taiwan's matching contributions.

The Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Program Act of 2025 establishes a new Medicare payment system that pays providers a single, set rate for an entire episode of radiation therapy care, rather than paying for individual services. This program aims to incentivize high-quality, efficient care while achieving cost savings for Medicare. It also includes specific provisions to support patient access, such as a health equity bonus for addressing transportation insecurity. Finally, the bill exempts the savings generated by this new payment structure from standard Medicare budget neutrality adjustments.

The Healthy Lunch for Healthy Kids Act amends the National School Lunch Program to improve student nutrition. This legislation mandates that participating schools must prohibit the serving of ultra-processed foods. Furthermore, the Act specifically bans foods containing a defined list of chemical additives, such as certain artificial dyes and preservatives.

The Keep Our Girls Safe Act of 2025 amends Title IX to prohibit individuals of one sex from entering locker rooms while individuals of the opposite sex are actively using them during school or educational activities. This legislation establishes clear boundaries for sex-segregated facilities in federally funded educational settings. The provisions of the Act will take effect 30 days after becoming law.

The Earthquake Resilience Act aims to significantly enhance national preparedness for seismic events. It mandates a comprehensive national assessment of earthquake readiness and updates the existing reduction program to focus on post-disaster recovery goals. Key provisions include developing new standards for lifeline infrastructure resilience and integrating real-time data into hazard reduction planning.

The No Sanctions Relief for Terrorists Act prohibits the granting of new licenses or waivers for transactions involving individuals or groups designated as terrorists by the Treasury Department as of January 20, 2021. Such relief can only be issued if the President certifies to key congressional committees that the designated foreign persons have completely ceased all terrorist activities. This measure specifically targets the easing of existing sanctions on designated terrorist entities.