Legislation

The 5G UPGRADE Act of 2025 establishes strict, accelerated timelines for state and local governments to review requests for modifications to existing wireless facilities. If a government fails to approve or formally deny an eligible facilities request within 60 days, the request is automatically approved. This legislation aims to streamline the deployment of 5G infrastructure by limiting bureaucratic delays.

The CLEAN DC Act, officially the Common-Sense Law Enforcement and Accountability Now in DC Act, seeks to completely repeal the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022. This action effectively nullifies all changes made by the 2022 Act, restoring the previous legal standards regarding policing and justice in DC.

The Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act strengthens oversight of animal transportation by establishing new inspection and investigation powers for federal agencies. It also strictly prohibits the interstate movement of livestock deemed unfit to travel, based on established international animal health standards. This ensures that only healthy and capable animals are shipped across state lines, with an exception made only for necessary veterinary care.

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Voting Rights Month to highlight ongoing threats to ballot access and encourage civic engagement. It urges Congress to pass legislation strengthening voting protections, like the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Furthermore, the resolution encourages educational outreach to inform citizens about registration and the history of voting rights in America.

The DON-ument Act establishes the Southern Border Wall National Monument across parts of California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. This designation aims to protect existing sections of the southern border wall and the surrounding land from alteration. The Secretary of the Interior, through the Bureau of Land Management, will manage the monument and develop a general management plan within three years of receiving necessary funding.

This resolution officially designates September 25, 2025, as "National Lobster Day." It recognizes the lobster's significant historical, economic, and cultural importance to the United States, highlighting the industry's long-standing commitment to sustainability. The measure encourages Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities celebrating this iconic seafood.

The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2025 aims to provide enhanced tax relief for victims of major disasters and certain wildfires. It simplifies the deduction of casualty losses from major disasters occurring between mid-2025 and 2027 by lowering the deductible threshold and expanding what can be claimed. Additionally, the bill excludes certain compensation received for wildfire-related losses from gross income for tax years spanning from 2026 through 2030.

The Eliminate Shutdowns Act establishes an automatic, 14-day continuing funding mechanism that renews every two weeks to prevent federal government shutdowns when Congress fails to pass a full budget. This default funding keeps essential programs operational at prior-year levels until a new appropriation is enacted. The law specifies how this temporary spending is accounted for against final budgets and sets the effective date for these new rules as September 30, 2025.

The Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act aims to strengthen the U.S. healthcare system by recapturing unused employment-based immigrant visas from 1992 through 2024. This legislation specifically reserves up to 40,000 of these visas for professional nurses and physicians, ensuring they are not subject to annual country caps. The bill also mandates expedited processing for these healthcare professionals without imposing premium processing fees, while requiring employers to attest that hiring these workers will not displace U.S. employees.

This resolution condemns the anti-vaccine policies of the Secretary of Health and Human Services and opposes Florida's efforts to roll back immunization requirements. It strongly asserts that vaccines are critical for public health, preventing illness and death, and must be widely available based on scientific consensus. The Senate expresses its support for science-based health decisions and criticizes political interference in vaccine advisory bodies.

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Literacy Month to raise awareness about the critical importance of reading skills. It highlights the significant national challenges in literacy rates and the economic costs associated with low literacy. The measure calls upon all sectors of society to observe the month by promoting evidence-based reading programs and activities.

This bill, the China Advanced Technology Monitoring Act, mandates the Secretary of Defense to produce an annual, detailed report to Congress for five years assessing China's capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing. The report must track China's progress across the entire chip supply chain, analyze the effectiveness of current U.S. export controls, and recommend strategies to counter China's technological ambitions. This comprehensive monitoring aims to inform U.S. policy regarding national security and economic competitiveness.

This resolution officially recognizes and supports the goals of National Forensic Science Week, scheduled for September 14–20, 2025. It highlights the vital role forensic science plays in ensuring justice by providing objective scientific conclusions in legal cases. The bill encourages forensic providers, policymakers, and the public to acknowledge the contributions of forensic professionals and understand the needs of these critical scientific services.

The Semiconductor Sovereignty Act mandates a comprehensive report from the Secretary of Commerce detailing the current state and historical trends of U.S. semiconductor manufacturing and research. This report must identify critical supply chain vulnerabilities, assess national security risks from offshoring, and project future trends. Based on these findings, the Act requires the Secretary to recommend concrete strategies to boost domestic production, discourage overseas manufacturing, and maintain U.S. technological competitiveness. Annual updates are required to ensure these strategies remain relevant.

This resolution expresses support for designating November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" to combat isolation and suicide among service members and veterans. It encourages all Americans to reach out and connect with those who have served to strengthen vital support structures. The day aims to foster peer-to-peer connection as a critical step in addressing the mental health challenges faced by our military community.

This resolution formally condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honors his life and legacy as a devoted husband, father, and founder of Turning Point USA. It recognizes his commitment to encouraging civil discourse on college campuses across the nation. The Senate also extends its deepest sympathies to his surviving family.

This resolution expresses strong Congressional support for designating September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month." It recognizes the significant and diverse contributions of the African diaspora community to American society, culture, and the economy. The bill encourages federal, state, and local entities to observe this month through appropriate programs and activities. Ultimately, it affirms the vital role of the diaspora in strengthening U.S. ties with Africa and enriching the nation's heritage.

This bill amends the Social Security Act to mandate greater data transparency regarding supplemental benefits offered under Medicare Advantage plans. It requires Medicare Advantage organizations to report detailed information on benefit eligibility, type, utilization, and costs starting in 2029. This data will then be made publicly available annually for research and analysis, while ensuring strict protection of individual member privacy.

The Critical Infrastructure Security Act enhances the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review process for foreign investments in sensitive U.S. assets. It explicitly mandates that CFIUS consider national security and critical infrastructure risks when reviewing deals involving intelligence community or National Laboratory property. The Act also establishes new annual reporting requirements for agency members on their sensitive facility lists and mandates classified congressional briefings upon request.

This bill grants permanent resident status to Blanca Martinez by waiving certain standard immigration requirements. It allows her to apply for an immigrant visa or adjust her status, effectively clearing any past grounds for inadmissibility or deportation recorded before the law's enactment. All provisions are contingent upon her filing the necessary paperwork within two years of the bill becoming law.