Legislation

The AI LEAD Act fundamentally reforms product liability law by establishing clear standards for when developers and deployers of "covered products" are legally responsible for harm caused by those products. It sets specific, often high, bars for proving developer liability related to design defects, failure to warn, and strict liability for dangerous conditions. Furthermore, the Act prohibits companies from using contracts to entirely waive their liability and establishes a federal right of action for individuals to enforce these new standards in court.

The Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2025 aims to safeguard federal elections by criminalizing the knowing spread of materially false information intended to suppress voting within 60 days of an election. This bill specifically prohibits the use of deceptive Artificial Intelligence in election interference and grants citizens the right to sue violators. Furthermore, it empowers the Attorney General to issue public corrections to widespread false information and creates new criminal penalties for intimidating election workers involved in vote tabulation and certification.

The Mobile Cancer Screening Act establishes a federal grant program to fund the creation and operation of mobile screening units, such as vans equipped for imaging. This initiative aims to increase early cancer detection, particularly for lung cancer, by bringing essential screening services directly to rural and underserved communities. Funding priority will be given to organizations that demonstrate the greatest potential to close screening gaps and ensure comprehensive follow-up care for patients.

The Consistent Egg Labels Act of 2025 aims to prevent consumer confusion by ensuring food labels accurately reflect the contents of egg and egg substitute products. This legislation establishes clear definitions for what legally constitutes a real egg or egg product for labeling purposes. The bill mandates that products marketed using egg terminology must meet established federal standards to prevent misleading consumers, especially regarding nutritious, affordable shell eggs. The FDA is required to issue new guidance on enforcing these labeling standards within one year of enactment.

The No Work, No Pay Act of 2025 mandates that Members of Congress will have their pay docked for each day a government shutdown occurs. This deduction is calculated based on one day's salary multiplied by the total number of shutdown days within a pay period. This provision applies to the One Hundred Twentieth Congress and all subsequent Congresses.

This resolution designates September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day" to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Impact Aid program. The program provides essential financial assistance to local school districts that educate students living on tax-exempt federal property. This recognition underscores Congress's continued commitment to ensuring quality education for federally connected students.

This resolution expresses the official support of Congress for designating the week of October 4–10, 2025, as World Space Week. It recognizes the importance of space science and technology for improving life on Earth and driving innovation across various sectors. The bill specifically encourages public and student participation in events celebrating the 2025 theme, "Living in Space."

The Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2025 establishes a centralized, cloud-based system managed by the Appraisal Subcommittee for appraiser credentialing and AMC registration. This portal will streamline license submissions, fee payments, and access to required FBI background checks for state regulators. While the system centralizes data and tracking via unique IDs, states retain final authority over licensing decisions. The Subcommittee will establish an advisory committee and charge reasonable user fees to fund the portal's development and maintenance.

The Affordable Housing for Our Troops Act mandates that the Secretary of Defense brief Congress on strategies to improve off-base housing affordability for service members. This briefing must detail efforts to partner with local governments and private landlords to address high-cost areas. The report will outline current agreements, potential incentives for landlords, and recommendations for new policies to reduce housing insecurity near military installations.

The GENERAL Act mandates increased transparency regarding the involuntary reassignment, separation, or retirement of high-ranking military officers. It requires the Secretary of Defense to notify congressional defense committees within 15 days of such an action. This notification must clearly explain the rationale behind the decision and detail the process used to reach it.

The No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act amends the tax code to clarify and expand the definition of "qualified overtime compensation." This change ensures that overtime pay earned above a standard rate, whether mandated by the Fair Labor Standards Act or agreed upon beforehand with an employer, is treated favorably for tax purposes. The goal is to incentivize and reward workers for putting in extra hours.

The Make Federal Architecture Beautiful Again Act mandates that new federal public buildings prioritize classical and traditional architectural styles to reflect the strength and stability of the United States. This policy requires community involvement in the design process and directs the GSA to update its procedures, ensuring reviewers have expertise in preferred styles. The bill also establishes strict justification requirements, including lifecycle cost analysis, if non-preferred styles are considered.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility at 240 Main Street in Northport, New York. The building will now be known as the "Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building." This action ensures all official records reflect the new designation honoring Petty Officer Bruckenthal.

The Pay Workers What They've Earned Act aims to reimburse federal employees and contractors for direct financial costs incurred due to government shutdowns. This legislation specifically covers expenses like late fees and interest charges resulting from missed paychecks during a lapse in funding. It also establishes a process for states to be reimbursed if they use their own funds to cover normally federal responsibilities during extended shutdowns. The bill creates a dedicated Treasury fund to ensure timely payments to affected workers in the future.

The Co-Location Energy Act aims to streamline the development of solar and wind energy projects by allowing them to be built on federal land already covered by existing energy leases. This process requires the explicit permission of the current leaseholder for both site evaluation and project permitting. Furthermore, the Act directs the Secretary of the Interior to expedite environmental reviews for certain renewable energy activities on these sites.

The Preparing And Retaining All (PARA) Educators Act establishes a new federal grant program to help states recruit and retain school paraprofessionals. Funds will be distributed to states based on their existing Title I allocations to support local districts. States must use these competitive subgrants to improve paraprofessional wages, offer professional development, and support credentialing, prioritizing high-need and rural schools. The law requires annual reporting on compensation improvements and retention efforts.

The LIFT AI Act aims to prepare K-12 educators and students for an AI-literate future by fostering national understanding of Artificial Intelligence. It authorizes the National Science Foundation Director to award grants for developing K-12 AI literacy curricula, teacher training, and responsible use guidelines. The goal is to ensure students gain the necessary skills to critically use, understand, and contribute to the evolving world of AI technology.

This bill establishes the Prioritizing Offensive Agricultural Disputes and Enforcement Act to aggressively address foreign trade barriers harming U.S. agricultural exports. It specifically mandates immediate action, including a plan to initiate a World Trade Organization dispute against India for its excessive agricultural price supports. The legislation also creates an Agricultural Trade Enforcement Task Force to proactively identify and enforce trade agreements against significant foreign barriers.

This resolution expresses the strong support of Congress for designating September 2025 as "Hawaiian History Month." The designation aims to recognize the rich history, culture, and significant contributions of Native Hawaiians to the nation. Furthermore, it reaffirms the Federal government's trust responsibility to support the well-being and cultural vitality of the Native Hawaiian community.

This bill, the Welles Remy Crowther Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Welles Remy Crowther for his extraordinary heroism and sacrifice during the September 11, 2001, attacks. The medal will be presented to his mother, Alison Crowther, on behalf of Congress. The Act also permits the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to cover production costs.