Legislation

The "Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act" establishes a federal task force to address Puerto Rico's energy generation challenges. The task force will include members from federal agencies, the Puerto Rican government, and the energy sector. It aims to identify and expedite solutions to energy generation problems, improve coordination between involved entities, and provide regular reports to Congress and the President.

The ELON MUSK Act prohibits special Government employees from holding or benefiting from federal contracts or agreements. Any existing federal contracts held by these employees must be terminated upon the law's enactment. This aims to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure ethical conduct within the government.

The Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act aims to rectify past errors by establishing a program to identify and properly mark the graves of deceased Jewish members of the Armed Forces buried in military cemeteries outside the U.S. with markers that do not reflect their religion. The American Battle Monuments Commission will manage the program, contracting with a nonprofit organization to identify the servicemembers and contact their families. The program is authorized to receive $500,000 per year for 10 fiscal years.

This bill introduces a refundable tax credit for qualified home accessibility improvements, aimed at helping individuals make their homes more accessible. The credit covers 35% of improvement expenses, with annual spending capped at $10,000 and a lifetime limit of $30,000, subject to income-based reductions. It targets individuals receiving disability or pension benefits, those with disability certifications, or individuals aged 60 and older, along with their cohabitating spouses or dependents. The bill also mandates inflation adjustments, guidance from the Treasury, IRS outreach, data sharing between agencies, and a GAO study on the credit's effectiveness.

The "Strengthening Child Exploitation Enforcement Act" amends Title 18 of the U.S. Code to broaden the definitions and penalties for kidnapping and sexual offenses involving minors, including redefining abduction, clarifying the circumstances under which consent is not a valid defense, and creating a new offense for the intentional touching of a minor's genitalia with intent to abuse. The Act also updates language and penalties related to abusive sexual contact, ensuring that attempts to commit such offenses are penalized equally with completed acts. Additionally, it modifies language regarding sexual exploitation of children, broadening the scope of the law. Finally, the Act makes conforming amendments to civil rights offense penalties and sentencing classifications to reflect the changes made to the definitions of the underlying offenses.

This bill directs the Secretaries of Interior and Energy to develop a memorandum of understanding to assess the effects of the Glen Canyon Dam record of decision on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund. The assessment will address the decision's impact on the Fund's obligations, hydropower production, and endangered species. It requires examination of infrastructure maintenance, replacement power costs, and grid reliability. The bill does not alter existing legal rights or obligations.

The DOGE Accountability and Transparency Act mandates the Administrator of the United States Department of Government Efficiency Service (DOGE) to provide weekly reports to Congress detailing DOGE's actions, including changes to employee numbers, policies, and physical locations, along with the impacts and cost-saving measures on each Federal agency. These reports must also include details of any Federal agency data accessed by DOGE, the reasons for access, and the actions taken with the data. The Act aims to ensure transparency and accountability in DOGE's operations by requiring detailed reporting on its activities and their effects on federal agencies.

The Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025 directs the Department of Energy to transfer the Moab site to Grand County, Utah, at no cost, once the Department of Energy has completed sufficient remedial action. Grand County is prohibited from transferring the land to any private entity or nonprofit organization. The Department of Energy will retain necessary water rights to continue fulfilling its responsibilities under the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act.

The "Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2025" establishes an Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters within the Department of Agriculture. This office will investigate and prosecute violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act related to competition and trade practices in the food and agriculture sector, serve as a liaison to other agencies, and coordinate with the Department of Homeland Security on national security issues in the food and agriculture sector. The Special Investigator has the authority to bring civil or administrative actions against entities regulated under the Packers and Stockyards Act.

The "Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act" aims to increase transparency in higher education by amending disclosure requirements for foreign gifts and contracts. It mandates institutions to report gifts or contracts from foreign sources to the Secretary of Education, who then transmits these reports to the FBI and Director of National Intelligence. The threshold for reporting is set at $250,000 for sources not associated with a covered nation, while any amount from a covered nation must be reported. The Act also requires the Secretary to transmit all past and present records related to Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to the FBI and Director of National Intelligence.

The Agility in Manufacturing Preparedness Act of 2025, amends the Public Health Service Act to include manufacturing technologies and platforms in the strategic initiatives of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA). This act allows BARDA to strategically coordinate with Manufacturing USA institutes for biomanufacturing. The goal is to improve public health and medical preparedness by advancing manufacturing capabilities.

The "Restoring Industry Development in Entertainment Act" or "RIDE Act" introduces a new P4 nonimmigrant visa for mobile entertainment workers, such as those in carnivals and circuses, who perform essential functions and whose employment will not negatively impact U.S. workers. It defines "mobile entertainment worker" and "mobile entertainment provider" for visa eligibility and allows spouses and children of P visa holders to accompany or join them in the U.S. The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Labor are directed to establish rules for implementing these changes.

The "VA Funding and Workforce Protection Act" aims to protect the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) funding by limiting the transfer or deferral of funds without explicit congressional approval. It also safeguards VA personnel by exempting the VA from hiring freezes, requiring reinstatement of certain removed veterans, and placing restrictions on the removal of probationary employees. Additionally, the Act mandates regular reporting to Congress on personnel actions and compliance with the Act's provisions.

The "No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025" requires the President to obtain congressional approval before imposing any new duties (taxes on imports). This act amends the Trade Act of 1974, mandating that Congress must approve any proposed duty through a joint resolution, ensuring legislative oversight on trade policy. This requirement applies to a wide range of laws and trade agreements, but does not apply to embargoes.

The "Housing Supply Frameworks Act" directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to develop guidelines and best practices for state and local zoning frameworks to support increased housing production and affordability. These guidelines will address issues like reducing parking minimums, increasing building heights, eliminating restrictions on accessory dwelling units, and streamlining development approvals. The Act also requires a report to Congress on the adoption and impact of these guidelines and abolishes the Regulatory Barriers Clearinghouse. Finally, the act authorizes $3 million in appropriations to the Secretary to carry out the act for each of the fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

The "Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity Act" amends the tax code to include certain travel trailers and campers in the definition of "floor plan financing." This change allows businesses that finance these types of vehicles to deduct interest expenses, similar to how they do for other types of vehicles. This applies to trailers and campers designed for temporary living during recreational, camping, or seasonal use, and is effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act directs the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to evaluate existing research and identify gaps in knowledge regarding menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life women's health among servicewomen and veterans. It requires a report to Congress with findings, recommendations for improved training for healthcare providers, and a strategic plan to address research gaps and identify potential treatments. The Act also encourages further research into the impact of military service, including combat exposure, on menopause and perimenopause, as well as the impact of these conditions on mental health.

The "Save Our Seafood Act" exempts certain fish processing workers from the numerical limitations on H2B nonimmigrant visas, facilitating the employment of foreign workers in the U.S. seafood processing industry. This exemption applies specifically to positions such as fish roe processors, technicians, and supervisors. The Act defines "fish" broadly to include various types of aquatic life, while clarifying who qualifies as a "processor" under this legislation.

The Honoring Our Heroes Act of 2025 directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish a pilot program providing headstones or burial markers for veterans who died on or before November 1, 1990. Individuals must apply to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to request a headstone or marker. The National Cemetery Administration website will be updated with eligibility requirements. The pilot program will conclude two years after the Act's enactment.

The Pecos Watershed Protection Act withdraws federal land in the Pecos Watershed area of New Mexico from mineral and geothermal leasing, as well as mining activities. It also designates the Thompson Peak Wilderness Area as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System, protecting it from development while allowing for continued state jurisdiction over fish and wildlife management, established livestock grazing, and necessary measures for wildfire, insect, and disease control. Any land acquired by the U.S. within the wilderness area will be incorporated into and managed as part of the wilderness area.