Legislation

This bill codifies Executive Order 14096, solidifying the nation's commitment to environmental justice. By codifying the executive order, it ensures the order has the full force and effect of law.

The "Assuring Medicare's Promise Act of 2025" aims to bolster the solvency of Medicare's Hospital Insurance Trust Fund by expanding the application of the net investment income tax. It directs revenue from the net investment income tax to the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and broadens the base of the tax to include trade or business income for high-income individuals, with certain income thresholds and phase-in provisions. This act amends both the Social Security Act and the Internal Revenue Code to ensure the financial stability of Medicare.

The "Estate Tax Rate Reduction Act" reduces the tax rate to 20% for estates, gifts, and generation-skipping transfers for those dying or transfers made after December 31, 2024. The bill specifies that the budgetary effects of this section will not be entered on any PAYGO scorecards.

The "Advancing FASD Research, Services and Prevention Act" aims to enhance support for individuals and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) through increased research, prevention, and service programs. This act amends the Public Health Service Act to expand training, integrate a case definition for FASD, and build state and tribal capacity for identification, treatment, and support. It also establishes Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Centers for Excellence to expand diagnostic capacity, develop public awareness campaigns, and serve as clearinghouses for evidence-based resources. Finally, the act authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 to carry out these provisions and requires a report on efforts to advance public awareness and identify best practices related to FASD.

The "Honor Our Living Donors Act" aims to support organ donation by removing financial barriers for living donors. It ensures that grant recipients do not consider the income of organ recipients when reimbursing donors. The Act also removes the expectation of payments by organ recipients and requires an annual report to Congress on grant funding adequacy for donor reimbursements.

The "Do No Harm in Medicaid Act" prohibits federal Medicaid funding for gender transition procedures for individuals under 18, defining these procedures as surgeries and hormonal treatments intended to alter a person's body to a different sex. Exceptions are provided for treatments related to verifiable genetic disorders, abnormalities, infections, injuries, or imminent threats to life, as well as procedures to reverse previous gender transition interventions. The bill defines "sex" as biologically determined based on reproductive systems.

The "Fueling Alternative Transportation with a Carbon Aviation Tax Act of 2025" increases excise taxes on fuel used by private jets and eliminates certain air transportation excise tax exemptions. It establishes the "Funding to Support Clean Communities Trust Fund," which will be funded by the increased taxes and used for grants and activities that deploy air quality monitoring systems, improve public transit and passenger rail infrastructure near airports, and improve public transportation in disadvantaged communities. At least 50% of the funds must be used for projects in disadvantaged communities, prioritizing those most affected by air pollution.

The "Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes on Imported Goods Act of 2025" limits the President's power under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. It prevents the President from using this Act to impose or raise tariffs or tariff-rate quotas on imported goods. The President retains the authority to block specific goods or all goods from a particular country.

The "Protecting School Milk Choices Act of 2025" amends school lunch program requirements to mandate that schools offer both flavored and unflavored milk. Additionally, schools retain the option to provide lactose-free milk.

The Amtrak Transparency Act amends Title 49 of the U.S. Code, modifying requirements for Amtrak's Board of Directors meetings, including quorum rules, public notice for meetings, and annual meetings with state transportation heads. It mandates public disclosure of discretionary bonuses paid to officers and non-bargaining unit employees. Additionally, Amtrak must disclose vendor agreements over $250,000 to states or State-Amtrak Committees for state-supported route services upon request.

The Child Care Workforce and Facilities Act of 2025 aims to increase access to quality child care in child care deserts by providing competitive grants to States and Tribal entities. These grants will support the development and expansion of the child care workforce through education and training programs, as well as the construction, expansion, or renovation of child care facilities, including licensed family child care homes. The act authorizes $100,000,000 to be appropriated for fiscal years 2025 through 2031 to carry out these initiatives.

The "No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act" seeks to codify the Hyde Amendment by ensuring that federal Medicaid funds are not used for abortions or health coverage that includes abortion services. This includes prohibiting the use of federal funds for travel or lodging related to obtaining an abortion. Exceptions are made only in cases of rape, incest, to save the mother's life, or for the treatment of a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.

The "Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 2025" mandates that states report abortion data to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to receive Medicaid funding for family planning services. This act requires the CDC to establish a system for collecting standardized abortion data, create a standard reporting worksheet for states, and issue annual reports based on the collected data. States must report data including maternal age, gestational age, race, ethnicity, abortion method, and other variables, and certify the accuracy of their submissions. States providing false information will lose Medicaid payments for family planning services and supplies.

This bill introduces a new refundable tax credit, capped at $350 annually, to help individuals cover the costs of electricity and gas for their primary residence, whether paid directly or included in rent. The credit phases out for higher-income individuals and joint filers and cannot be claimed if the expenses are already deducted or if the individual is claimed as a dependent. Landlords must provide tenants with a receipt detailing the amount of rent attributable to electricity and gas service. This provision would apply to expenses incurred after the bill's enactment.

The "Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judgeship and Reorganization Act of 2025" divides the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals into two circuits, the new Ninth Circuit and the Twelfth Circuit, and creates new judgeships for both. The Act outlines the assignment of current judges, handles pending cases, and allows for temporary assignment of judges between the two circuits. It also addresses administrative coordination and authorizes the necessary funds to implement these changes, which will take effect once a certain number of judges have been confirmed.

The CONTAINER Act allows border states to place temporary structures on federal lands along the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico, without needing special permits, to enhance border security. These structures can remain for up to a year, with possible extensions if border control is not achieved, as determined by the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The Act streamlines the process for states to implement immediate, temporary border security measures on federal land.

The Northwest Energy Security Act directs the Secretaries of Interior, Energy, and Army to manage the Federal Columbia River Power System (FCRPS) according to the guidelines in the Columbia River System Operations Environmental Impact Statement Record of Decision, dated September 2020. It also establishes a process by which the Secretaries can make changes to the operation of the FCRPS. Finally, the bill prohibits actions that would reduce electricity production at FCRPS dams or limit navigation on the Snake River without explicit congressional approval.

The ATF Transparency Act aims to make the firearm application process more transparent and efficient. It allows applicants to appeal denied firearm transfer applications, potentially recoup attorney fees if successful, and prevents application delays by mandating automatic approval if the Secretary doesn't decide within 90 days. The Act also requires reports and agreements related to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to improve its administration and minimize unresolved inquiries.

The United States-Cuba Trade Act of 2025 seeks to normalize trade relations with Cuba by removing restrictions on trade, travel, and telecommunications, while also directing the President to negotiate with Cuba on property claims and human rights. The act repeals several existing laws and provisions that limit engagement with Cuba, allowing for increased economic and social interaction between the two countries. It also prohibits limitations on remittances to Cuba and requires a report to Congress on trade relations. The Act aims to foster democratic change and economic reform in Cuba through normalized trade relations.

The Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act of 2025 aims to increase government transparency and accountability by revising the review process for regulations with significant economic impacts, requiring more thorough analysis and stakeholder consultation. It mandates agencies to select regulatory options that maximize net benefits and enhances the oversight role of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. The act also broadens the application of unfunded mandate restrictions to include independent regulatory agencies and allows for judicial review of certain regulatory compliance issues.