Legislation

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Infant Mortality Awareness Month to raise national awareness about the issue. It supports increased efforts to educate the public and reduce infant mortality rates, low birth weights, and preterm births. The bill recognizes the importance of integrating these reduction strategies into broader public health and wellness initiatives.

The Restoring American Mineral Security Act of 2025 aims to bolster U.S. supply chains for critical minerals by countering unfair trade practices, particularly those from China. The bill establishes the Critical Minerals Security Alliance to coordinate with trusted partners on trade and supply goals. Furthermore, it creates a dedicated trust fund, financed by import duties on minerals from adversarial nations, to directly support domestic mining, processing, and related manufacturing projects.

The Federal Reserve Accountability for Major Expenditures Act (FRAME Act) establishes a fast-track process allowing Congress to disapprove Federal Reserve capital expenditures exceeding $100 million. If Congress passes a specific joint resolution of disapproval within 60 days of the request, the major spending is blocked. This legislation imposes strict, expedited timelines for consideration and voting in both the House and the Senate to ensure quick oversight of significant Fed spending.

This resolution formally condemns the tragic act of violence at Evergreen High School on September 10, 2025, and extends condolences to the victims, survivors, and their families. It specifically recognizes the swift and heroic response of law enforcement, school personnel, medical teams, and community members. Ultimately, this measure affirms the profound impact of the event and honors the resilience shown by the entire Evergreen community.

This resolution formally honors the life and dedicated service of Hays, Kansas Police Sergeant Scott Heimann, who tragically died in the line of duty. It recognizes his commitment to the Hays community since 2016 and acknowledges his positive impact as a role model. The resolution offers condolences to his surviving family and calls for support for the family of the fallen officer.

This resolution officially designates October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day." It recognizes the critical role hydrogen technology plays in achieving future energy independence and environmental goals. The designation aims to promote awareness of the benefits of clean, efficient hydrogen fuel cells for transportation and power generation.

This resolution officially designates the week of October 5–11, 2025, as "Religious Education Week" to celebrate the importance of religious education in the United States. It affirms that religious instruction is vital for developing moral and civic citizens, citing historical precedent and Supreme Court rulings that protect parental rights in education. Furthermore, the resolution calls upon states and territories to accommodate students who wish to be released from public school for religious instruction.

This Senate resolution strongly reaffirms the unwavering commitment to the First Amendment, emphasizing that freedom of speech and the press are essential foundations of American democracy. It explicitly warns against government officials using regulatory power to coerce or censor protected speech, citing key Supreme Court precedents. Furthermore, the resolution directs federal agencies, including the FCC, to uphold these constitutional rights and condemns any threats or violence against those exercising free expression.

The CIVICS Act of 2025 updates federal funding criteria for national history and civics education programs. It mandates that any approved activity must demonstrate measurable improvements in student achievement across history, civics, and geography. Furthermore, funded programs must incorporate innovative, scalable methods, accountability measures, and practical, hands-on civic engagement focused on the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.

This resolution expresses support for designating October 1, 2025, as "National Animal Rescue Day." The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of animal adoption and the critical work of rescue organizations nationwide. This day aims to encourage spaying and neutering efforts to combat pet overpopulation and promote increased animal adoptions.

This resolution establishes a fast-track process for the House to immediately debate and vote on H.R. 1834, a bill intended to break political gridlock. It waives standard procedural hurdles and strictly limits debate time for the legislation. Furthermore, it mandates that the House promptly notify the Senate after passing the bill.

This resolution reaffirms the deep, long-standing friendship and vital strategic partnership between the United States and Germany. It celebrates shared democratic values, significant economic ties, and crucial cooperation on global security challenges, including support for Ukraine. The bill highlights the historical contributions of German Americans and the importance of continued bilateral engagement.

This resolution immediately fast-tracks the consideration of H.R. 1834, waiving standard procedural hurdles to ensure a swift debate and vote. The bill is automatically considered with the text of H.R. 5450 and is subject to limited debate before a final vote. This streamlined process is designed to bypass typical legislative gridlock for this specific piece of legislation.

This resolution formally expresses the House's deep condolences and support for the victims of the devastating July 4th flooding in Texas. It honors the heroic actions of first responders and community members who saved lives during the disaster. Furthermore, the bill commits Congress to stand with impacted Texans throughout the long recovery and rebuilding process.

This resolution officially recognizes the significant economic and cultural importance of coffee to the United States, highlighting its role in supporting millions of jobs and contributing billions to the economy. It expresses strong support for designating September 29, 2025, as "National Coffee Day." The measure also acknowledges the complex global supply chain and domestic growers essential for meeting American demand.

This resolution expresses the strong concern of Congress regarding the urgent threats and severe restrictions on religious freedom facing Coptic Christians in Egypt. It highlights issues including unfair arrests, violence, and the abduction of women and girls, urging the Egyptian government to ensure equal rights and end impunity for attacks. While acknowledging the vital U.S.-Egypt partnership on security, the bill stresses that protecting human rights is essential to that relationship.

The Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2025 directs NASA and NOAA to expand civilian space cooperation with Taiwan. This legislation mandates the initiation of discussions to collaborate on non-military space activities, including satellite programs and weather monitoring. The relevant agencies must report annually to Congress for five years on the progress and scope of this partnership.

This resolution formally commends the Council of Europe for its dedicated efforts to secure justice for the people of Ukraine following Russia's aggression and related international crimes. Congress specifically endorses the Council's work in documenting atrocities and supports the establishment of the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. The bill reaffirms the U.S. commitment to working with international partners to ensure accountability and support Ukraine's sovereignty and democracy.

This proposed constitutional amendment would prohibit members of Congress from receiving any compensation for the duration of a government shutdown. If Congress fails to pass necessary funding, Senators and Representatives will not be paid until the government is fully operational again. The amendment also grants Congress the authority to enact laws to enforce this provision.

The Restoring Safeguards for Dangerous Abortion Drugs Act mandates that the FDA immediately revert the safety requirements for mifepristone to the 2011 Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS). This legislation also establishes a new federal cause of action allowing individuals harmed by illegally imported abortion drugs to sue the responsible entities. Finally, the Act explicitly bans the importation of mifepristone into the United States.