Legislation

This resolution establishes the procedures for House consideration of H.R. 185, a bill focused on advancing responsible policies. It streamlines the process by precluding objections, adopting a specific amendment, and limiting debate to one hour. The resolution also allows for a motion to recommit the bill and modifies H.R. 1768 with a specified amendment.

The "Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act" expands Medicare coverage to include innovative multi-cancer early detection screening tests starting in 2028. These tests, which use genomic sequencing to detect multiple cancer types, will be covered for eligible beneficiaries with age and frequency limitations. The payment amount for these tests will initially align with that of multi-target stool screening DNA tests. This new coverage aims to improve early cancer detection without affecting existing Medicare-covered cancer screenings.

The "Homeowner Energy Freedom Act" repeals sections 50122, 50123, and 50131 of Public Law 117-169. It also rescinds any remaining funds allocated to these sections. Additionally, the bill removes a reference to a specific rebate program from another section of the same law.

The "CCP IP Act" aims to combat intellectual property theft by China by imposing sanctions on individuals and entities connected to the Chinese government involved in such activities, including asset blocking and visa restrictions. It also restricts visas for senior Chinese officials, military members, and their families, pending certification that China has ceased supporting intellectual property theft from the U.S. The Act mandates reports to Congress on those sanctioned and on visa screening effectiveness.

The Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act supports the human rights of Southern Mongolians in China, addresses religious freedom concerns, and aims to protect their culture and language. It directs the U.S. government to monitor and report on human rights abuses, consider sanctions against those responsible, and establish a Voice of America service in the Mongolian language. The act also encourages support for Southern Mongolian culture through the Smithsonian Institution and the Institute for Museum and Library Sciences, and promotes sustainable livelihoods by directing U.S. representatives in international financial institutions to support relevant projects.

The "Stop Human Trafficking of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Act of 2025" aims to protect vulnerable children by establishing rigorous vetting standards for sponsors, including comprehensive background checks and mandatory home visits. It also requires retroactive vetting of past sponsors and mandates monthly reports to Congress on the well-being and whereabouts of these children. The bill prioritizes the safety and accountability in the placement of unaccompanied alien children.

The Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2025, or SOPRA, enhances judicial review of agency actions. It empowers courts to independently interpret laws and regulations, ensuring a check on agency interpretations. This applies broadly to judicial reviews unless explicitly exempted by law.

The "Decoupling America's Artificial Intelligence Capabilities from China Act of 2025" aims to restrict China's access to U.S. AI technology and investment. It prohibits the import and export of AI technology and intellectual property between the United States and China. The Act also restricts U.S. persons from engaging in AI research and development with Chinese entities of concern or holding financial interests in Chinese AI companies involved in military or human rights abuses. Penalties are established for violations, including fines, forfeiture of benefits, and immigration consequences.

The "Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2025" mandates that pasteurized orange juice must have a minimum of 10.0% orange juice soluble solids by weight, excluding added sweeteners. This act revises existing standards for pasteurized orange juice, but allows the Secretary of Health and Human Services to modify these standards in the future.

This bill settles water rights claims of the Zuni Indian Tribe in New Mexico's Zuni River Stream System and safeguards the Zuni Salt Lake by establishing trust funds, clarifying water rights, and withdrawing federal lands from certain uses. It aims to resolve disputes, improve water infrastructure for the Tribe, and protect culturally significant areas, ensuring the Zuni Tribe has control over key lands and resources. The bill also defines land management practices and protects existing water rights of individual Native American landholders.

This bill authorizes the mining of federal coal reserves on 800 acres in Musselshell County, Montana, under Federal Coal Lease MTM 97988, as outlined in the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification. It mandates the Secretary of the Interior to approve this modification within 30 days of the bill's enactment, without alterations or delays, to facilitate mining on the specified federal land.

The "Protecting VA Employees Act" repeals and modifies sections of Title 38 and Title 5 of the U.S. Code related to employee removal, demotion, and suspension processes within the Department of Veterans Affairs. It restores specific disciplinary and grievance procedures for Veterans Health Administration personnel to their pre-2017 status. The act also renames and redesignates section 714 to "Protections for whistleblowers from removal, demotion, and suspension" and moves it within Chapter 7 of Title 38.

The "RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act" seeks to officially recognize areas annexed by Israel from Jordan during the Six-Day War as Judea and Samaria. It prohibits the use of federal funds for documents referring to this region as the "West Bank," and amends existing laws to reflect this change, with a waiver option for the Secretary of State under certain conditions. This bill aims to change how the U.S. government refers to these territories in all official documents and communications.

The "Territorial Tax Equity and Economic Growth Act of 2025" modifies residency and income sourcing rules for Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. It sets a minimum physical presence requirement of 122 days to qualify as a "bona fide resident" and clarifies how income outside these possessions is treated in relation to business activities within them. This act also ensures that income from preparatory activities in the U.S. is not considered U.S. source income.

The Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act (FADPA) allows copyright holders to seek court orders to block access to foreign websites or online services that are found to be infringing on their copyrights. To obtain a blocking order, copyright owners must demonstrate that the foreign website is primarily designed for copyright infringement and that blocking access will not interfere with non-infringing material, burden service providers, or harm public interest. Service providers who comply with the court orders are protected from liability. The blocking order must be followed within 15-20 days and expires after 12 months, unless extended.

The Stop Funding Global Terrorists Act of 2025 restricts U.S. funding to the United Nations for Afghanistan assistance unless the Secretary of State certifies that no U.S. funds are used for cash shipments by the United Nations into Afghanistan, and that no specially designated global terrorist organizations or foreign terrorist organizations receive funds from these shipments. The Secretary can revoke this certification if found inaccurate, with notification to relevant congressional committees. The bill defines key terms like "foreign terrorist organization" and "specially designated global terrorist organization" to ensure clarity in its application.

The Disaster Mitigation and Tax Parity Act of 2025 allows individuals to exclude from their gross income any payments or benefits they receive from state-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs. These programs are designed to reduce property damage from natural disasters like windstorms, earthquakes, floods, or wildfires. This exclusion applies retroactively to taxable years starting after December 31, 2021, allowing individuals to claim refunds on previous tax returns.

The "African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2025" directs the President to annually proclaim a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month, recognizing the significant contributions and heritage of the approximately 50 million people in the U.S. who are part of the African diaspora. It encourages state and local governments, as well as the people of the United States, to observe the month with relevant programs and activities. The act highlights the economic, cultural, and social impact of the African diaspora, emphasizing their role in shaping government policy and fostering cross-cultural engagement. It also recognizes their commitment to family, community, and work ethic, as well as their right to access Federal resources and participate in civil life.

The "No Tax on Social Security Act" repeals the inclusion of social security benefits in adjusted gross income, ensuring these benefits are no longer subject to federal income tax. It amends Section 86 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude social security benefits from taxable income, starting after the enactment date. The act also allocates funds to offset any reduction in social security and railroad retirement funds resulting from this change.

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule regarding national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants in rubber tire manufacturing. By disapproving the rule, the resolution prevents the EPA from enforcing stricter emission standards in the rubber tire manufacturing industry.