Legislation

The Warrior Impact from Neurological and G-Force Stress Act (WINGS Act) mandates a comprehensive, long-term study by the VA to investigate the physical and mental health effects of military flight operations, particularly high G-forces, on aviators. This research will examine links between flight stress and conditions like TBI, cognitive decline, and mental health issues, comparing aviators to other service members. The bill also requires the creation of a dedicated Military Aviator Neurohealth Registry to track this data over time.

The Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025 establishes federal prohibitions and penalties against knowingly spreading materially false information intended to suppress voting in federal elections, including the use of AI-generated content within 60 days of an election. The bill also criminalizes intimidating election workers involved in ballot tabulation and certification processes. Furthermore, it authorizes the Attorney General to issue public corrections to widespread false voting information and requires detailed reporting on election interference allegations.

The Trust Through Transparency Act of 2025 mandates that federal immigration enforcement agents wear body cameras during public-facing duties. The bill establishes specific rules for retaining video footage, generally requiring deletion after six months unless exceptions like use of force or a filed complaint apply. Furthermore, it requires annual public reporting to Congress on compliance and establishes an advisory panel to recommend best practices for camera usage and data management.

The ERIC ADAMS Act of 2025 establishes new federal criminal penalties for mayors of "sanctuary cities" who obstruct federal immigration enforcement. These penalties include imprisonment for willfully interfering with federal agents or for negligent manslaughter if a sanctuary policy directly contributes to an undocumented immigrant committing murder. The Attorney General is solely responsible for enforcing these provisions, which take effect 90 days after enactment.

This bill mandates that the House of Representatives must convene daily during a government shutdown, limiting their ability to adjourn. It requires recorded quorum calls on session days, imposing escalating fines on members who fail to check in electronically for two consecutive days. These fines must be paid by the member personally, with procedures established for appeals and automatic salary deduction for non-payment.

This resolution expresses profound sorrow over the tragic death of Alexander Michel Odeh, a dedicated peace activist and educator killed by a pipe bomb in 1985. It formally honors his life, contributions to civil liberties, and acknowledges that those responsible for this act of domestic terrorism remain unpunished. The House of Representatives sends its deepest sympathies to his family and will adjourn in his memory.

This bill sets up an expedited process for the House of Representatives to immediately consider and vote on H. J. Res. 12, a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to limit congressional terms. It mandates a strict one-hour, equally divided debate period before an immediate vote on the resolution. This procedure bypasses standard House rules to fast-track the term limits amendment proposal.

The Veterans Affairs Distributed Ledger Innovation Act of 2025 directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to study the feasibility of using distributed ledger technology—a secure, shared digital record system—to improve the delivery and security of veterans' benefits. This study must assess how this technology could enhance claims processing, reduce fraud, and increase accountability within the VA system. The resulting report will outline findings, potential benefits and risks, and recommend next steps, including any necessary legislative changes.

This resolution urges the Director of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to immediately reevaluate the safety of all chemical abortion drugs based on recent independent studies. It highlights concerns that expanded access, including mail distribution, may increase risks of abuse and serious complications. The measure specifically calls for the FDA to publicly release a comprehensive safety review incorporating real-world complication data.

This resolution congratulates former President Donald J. Trump for his efforts toward achieving peace in the Middle East, specifically citing the Abraham Accords. It praises his proposed peace plan as a viable path forward for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Senate urges global support for this plan, celebrating the prospect of future regional stability and prosperity.

This resolution officially designates October 1, 2025, as "Energy Efficiency Day" to celebrate the significant economic and environmental benefits driven by energy efficiency efforts. It recognizes decades of bipartisan support, major legislative achievements, and the resulting savings for consumers and taxpayers. The resolution encourages all Americans to observe the day with appropriate activities recognizing the importance of energy efficiency.

This resolution officially recognizes and celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States Navy, honoring its long history since the Continental Navy. It expresses deep appreciation for the courage and service of all Navy personnel, past and present, who have defended the nation. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting the Navy's vital role in global security, humanitarian aid, and technological advancement.

This bill directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection to correct past import duties on specific entries of K389 Hole-N-One golf cart tires. It mandates the reliquidation of these entries to apply the correct, duty-free tariff rate previously established by CBP rulings. Consequently, the government must refund any excess duties collected on these specific tire imports, plus interest.

This resolution formally recognizes the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service, acknowledging its vital role in American history and infrastructure since 1775. Congress celebrates the USPS for connecting communities and commerce across the nation for two and a half centuries. The resolution honors current and past postal employees and encourages the public to celebrate this historic milestone.

The Pray Safe Act of 2025 establishes a Federal Clearinghouse within the Department of Homeland Security to share evidence-based best practices for the safety and security of nonprofit organizations and houses of worship. This Clearinghouse will also serve as a central resource for identifying and accessing relevant federal security grant opportunities. The Act mandates that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) report to Congress on existing federal security funding for these organizations. This entire Act is set to expire four years after its enactment.

The School Food Modernization Act aims to improve school meal programs by providing financial assistance for facility upgrades and equipment purchases through loan guarantees and grants. It also establishes a new grant program to fund third-party training for school food service staff on nutrition standards and efficiency. Finally, the bill requires reports to Congress on program implementation and a study on how states use administrative funds for workforce training.

The Billionaires Income Tax Act fundamentally changes how the wealthiest Americans are taxed by requiring them to pay taxes annually on the unrealized gains of their investment assets, eliminating indefinite tax deferral. It also removes several existing tax deferral mechanisms and imposes stricter tax consequences on these "applicable taxpayers" regarding investment income, expatriation, and deferred compensation. In essence, the bill aims to ensure that the ultra-wealthy pay taxes yearly on their growing wealth rather than waiting until assets are sold.

The Extending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities Act ensures the continuation of vital cybersecurity information sharing between the government and private industry. This bill extends the authority for sharing cyber threat information for an additional ten years, pushing the expiration date from 2025 to 2035. Furthermore, it retroactively applies this extension to prevent any lapse in coverage and officially renames the program to the "Protecting America from Cyber Threats Act."

The Retire through Ownership Act clarifies the definition of "adequate consideration" for employee retirement plans, specifically ESOPs. This change allows plan fiduciaries to rely in good faith on valuations performed by independent experts using established IRS methods. This provision aims to provide fiduciaries with a clearer standard for determining fair asset prices without altering existing fiduciary duties or the Secretary of Labor's regulatory authority.

The Uniformed Services Leave Parity Act ensures that members of the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS) receive the same leave provisions currently afforded to members of the Armed Forces. This is achieved by adding a new chapter on "Leave" to the Public Health Service Act, applying military leave standards directly to PHS personnel. The Act also repeals an outdated section of the Public Health Service Act.