Legislation

The "No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act" mandates the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to destroy firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses within 90 days of enactment. It also eliminates the requirement for submission of these records in the future. The ATF Director must then submit a report to Congress detailing the number of records destroyed.

The "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025" seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions and for health plans that cover abortions, while allowing individuals and entities to purchase separate abortion coverage with non-federal funds. It clarifies that premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) cannot be used for health plans that include abortion coverage. The Act also revises notice requirements for health plans, mandating clear disclosure of abortion coverage and any associated premium surcharges to enrollees. Exceptions to the funding restrictions are included for cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is in danger.

This resolution formally elects Jennifer A. Hemingway of Georgia as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. This position is responsible for maintaining order and security within the Senate chamber.

The FAIR PREP Act of 2025 prohibits the IRS from preparing tax returns or offering free direct e-file tax return systems, with exceptions for existing programs like the IRS Free File Program. It restricts the Treasury Secretary from funding or developing electronic tax preparation services without explicit congressional authorization. This act aims to limit the IRS's role in tax preparation, ensuring reliance on existing programs and preventing unauthorized expansion into new services. The changes apply to returns filed more than 30 days after the law is enacted.

The "No Corruption in Government Act" aims to prevent insider trading by members of Congress and their spouses by prohibiting them from holding or trading certain financial instruments, increases the post-employment lobbying ban for former members of Congress, and eliminates automatic pay adjustments for members of Congress.

The DEBT Act mandates the Secretary of the Treasury to testify before Congress, specifically the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee, between 21 and 60 days before the debt limit is reached or before employing "extraordinary measures" to prevent a default. During this appearance, the Secretary must detail the extraordinary measures to be taken, their estimated costs, and any subsequent changes in funding obligations resulting from raising the debt limit. This aims to increase transparency and congressional oversight regarding actions taken to manage the debt limit.

The "Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act" authorizes the creation of three Congressional Gold Medals to honor the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team and their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. These medals will be given to the Lake Placid Olympic Center, the United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum, and the United States Olympic Paralympic Museum for public display. The Act also allows for the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to fund the medal production.

The "Fentanyl is a WMD Act" mandates the Department of Homeland Security to classify illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. This directs the Assistant Secretary for the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office to treat illicit fentanyl as such, as defined in the Homeland Security Act of 2002.

The "Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2025" incentivizes federal employees to identify wasteful government spending by increasing the maximum reward for cost-saving disclosures from $10,000 to $20,000. It mandates agencies to report publicly on wasteful expense disclosures and requires oversight from the Office of Personnel Management and regular reports to Congress on the program's effectiveness. This act aims to enhance government efficiency and transparency by encouraging employees to find and report unnecessary expenditures.

This resolution addresses concerns over Iran's nuclear program, support for terrorist groups, and threats to the United States, Israel, and their allies. It highlights Iran's non-compliance with international agreements, advancements in uranium enrichment, and destabilizing actions in the Middle East. The resolution affirms that all options should be considered to address Iran's nuclear threat, while clarifying that it does not authorize military force. It demands Iran cease all activities that threaten the United States, Israel and its allies.

The Original Living American Wage (LAW) Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to incrementally raise the federal minimum wage to \$26.59 an hour by 2030. Starting in 2030, the minimum wage will be reassessed every 7 years by the Secretary, using a formula to ensure a wage earner's income is at least 40% above the poverty threshold for a renting family of four. This adjustment aims to address poverty and ensure that minimum wage workers can afford basic needs like housing. The act also states that the federal minimum wage should be adjusted when inflation rises to 5% or more over 2 years.

The "District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025" modifies residency requirements for federal judicial officials in the District of Columbia. It mandates that circuit and district judges reside in the state or district they serve, and U.S. Attorneys and Marshals reside in their appointed district, with exceptions for those in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. These changes apply to individuals appointed after the Act's enactment.

The Armed Forces Endangered Species Exemption Act excludes military lands from critical habitat designation under the Endangered Species Act, allowing the Secretary of Defense to determine land use without consulting the Interior Secretary. It also exempts the Department of Defense from restrictions regarding harm to endangered species during national defense-related operations, broadly defined to include training, testing, and any actions deemed necessary for the Department's mission. These exemptions apply to military personnel, including civilian employees and contractors supporting the Department of Defense.

The Old Glory Only Act prohibits the Secretary of State from allowing any flag other than the United States flag to be flown over U.S. diplomatic and consular posts. Formally, this bill is named the "Old Glory Only Act".

This bill permits the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader to jointly relocate House and Senate meetings outside of Washington, D.C., if deemed necessary for the public's interest, following consultations with the House and Senate Minority Leaders.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow the child tax credit for stillbirths, treating the unborn child as a qualifying child if they were carried for at least 20 weeks. It enables parents of stillborn children to claim the child tax credit as if the child died immediately after birth. The bill waives the requirement for a taxpayer identification number or social security number if the child would have been eligible for one had they been born alive. This provision applies to taxable years ending after the enactment of this Act.

This resolution recognizes the critical role of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in advancing U.S. national security interests. It emphasizes USAID's importance in reducing global threats, promoting stability, addressing migration and extremism, and maintaining U.S. leadership against China. The resolution also references the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which requires USAID to consult with Congress on significant organizational changes.

This bill establishes a federal private right of action allowing individuals injured by ghost guns, or their families if a death occurred, to sue the manufacturer of any component of the ghost gun or anyone who facilitated its sale. Lawsuits can be filed in the district where the injury or death occurred, with exceptions for self-defense or law enforcement actions. "Ghost gun" is defined as any unserialized firearm, including parts that can be assembled or converted into a firearm.

This bill designates February 5, 2025, as "Scouting America Day" to celebrate the 115th anniversary of Scouting America. It recognizes the organization's commitment to teaching youth self-reliance, character, and leadership skills. The bill also acknowledges the significant contributions of Eagle Scouts and the extensive volunteer work within Scouting America.

The Stop Act prohibits federal officeholders from directly soliciting campaign contributions for any political committee or federal election activities. While they can attend and speak at fundraising events, they are not allowed to personally ask for donations, either in writing or verbally. This also applies to state and local party fundraising events, ensuring federal officeholders do not directly solicit funds at these events either.