Legislation

The Preventing Hospital Overbilling of Medicare Act aims to stop hospitals from charging higher, site-specific rates for services provided at distant outpatient locations. This legislation tightens the definition of an off-campus department and mandates that these locations receive unique identification numbers for billing purposes starting in 2026. The bill grants the Secretary of HHS authority to enforce fair payment policies and encourages states to adopt model laws to ensure private insurers also reject improper billing claims.

The Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 reaffirms the U.S. policy to strictly enforce existing sanctions against Iran due to its destabilizing activities, including weapons development and support for terrorism. This bill specifically removes the automatic expiration date ("sunset") from key provisions of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996. By repealing the sunset clause, the Act ensures these critical sanctions remain permanently in effect.

The Improving Reentry for District of Columbia Residents in the Bureau of Prisons Act of 2025 aims to keep certain D.C. residents incarcerated by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) closer to home. This bill generally requires that covered individuals be housed in BOP facilities no more than 250 miles from the District of Columbia. Exceptions to this distance limit require the individual's consent or a documented finding of extraordinary circumstances reported to Congress.

The No Vaccine Mandates in Higher Education Act prohibits the federal government from providing funds to colleges and universities that require students or employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. This measure ensures that institutions of higher education cannot mandate vaccination for enrollment, employment, or access to services without risking the loss of federal funding.

This Act mandates a comprehensive study by the GAO, in collaboration with the FTC and DOJ, to investigate the impact of specific anti-competitive contract clauses used between health insurers and providers. The review will assess how clauses like anti-steering, anti-tiering, all-or-nothing, and gag clauses affect healthcare costs, consolidation, and patient access. Furthermore, the study must recommend necessary legislative or administrative changes to strengthen the FTC and DOJ's ability to enforce antitrust laws regarding these agreements.

This resolution establishes the expedited process for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on two separate bills. The first bill proposes renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." The second bill imposes restrictions on Department of Homeland Security funding for higher education institutions associated with Confucius Institutes. The resolution strictly limits debate time and waives standard procedural hurdles for both measures.

The Gold Star and Surviving Spouse Career Services Act expands eligibility for services under the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) to include spouses of veterans and service members. This amendment specifically defines "eligible persons" as spouses who meet certain criteria or are the spouse of someone who died while serving in the Armed Forces. This change ensures that surviving spouses receive crucial career support through the DVOP.

The Economic Espionage Prevention Act addresses national security concerns stemming from foreign adversaries stealing U.S. trade secrets and supporting illicit military activities abroad. This bill mandates a report detailing China's role in supplying Russia's defense industry with critical components, including semiconductors. Furthermore, it grants the President authority to impose asset freezes and visa restrictions on foreign entities engaged in economic espionage or violating U.S. export controls.

The Climate Adaptation Plan (CAP) Act of 2025 establishes a new competitive grant program administered by the EPA to help eligible entities develop comprehensive climate adaptation plans. These grants prioritize applications from environmental justice communities and require applicants to detail community demographics and risk assessments related to climate change impacts on people, ecosystems, and infrastructure. The resulting plans must outline specific actions to address identified risks and integrate with existing local planning documents.

This resolution officially supports the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, observed annually from May 6th through May 12th. It recognizes the critical, front-line contributions nurses make to patient safety, healthcare quality, and public health across the nation. The bill encourages the public to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities to honor the profession.

This joint resolution formally recognizes the critical importance and exceptional service of the United States Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. It expresses gratitude for the dedication, bravery, and sacrifices made by SOF personnel and their families in executing the nation's most demanding missions. Furthermore, the resolution supports the designation of an annual "SOF Week" to honor their vital contributions to national security.

The National Veterans Advocate Act of 2025 establishes an independent Office of the National Veterans Advocate within the VA, reporting directly to the Secretary. This new office will monitor VA operations, identify systemic veteran issues, and make direct, unreviewed recommendations to Congress for improvements. It also restructures advocacy by ensuring dedicated local advocates are available based on veteran enrollment numbers.

The STABLE Act of 2025 establishes a comprehensive federal framework for regulating payment stablecoins, requiring issuers to maintain 1:1 reserves in safe assets and adhere to strict transparency and anti-money laundering standards. The bill strictly limits issuance to approved entities, whether federally or state-qualified, and clarifies that these dollar-backed digital assets are not considered securities. Furthermore, it mandates robust consumer protection rules, ensuring customer assets are segregated and prioritized in bankruptcy proceedings.

This bill establishes the expedited process for the House of Representatives to immediately consider and vote on a joint resolution regarding the President's national emergency declaration of February 1, 2025. It waives standard procedural hurdles to ensure a swift debate and final vote on the resolution. The measure also sets strict time limits for debate and dictates the procedure for notifying the Senate once the House has acted.

This resolution expresses the support of Congress for designating July 16, 2025, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day." It highlights the devastating impact and slow progress in treating glioblastoma, the deadliest common brain tumor. The bill urges increased public awareness, research funding, and collaboration to develop better treatments and improve patient outcomes.

The 1071 Repeal to Protect Small Business Lending Act aims to eliminate the mandatory data collection and reporting requirements for small business loans previously established under Section 704B of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Proponents argue that these regulations impose unnecessary compliance costs on lenders, potentially hindering small business access to credit. This bill repeals those specific reporting mandates to reduce regulatory burdens on financial institutions.

The Coastal State Climate Preparedness Act of 2025 establishes a new federal program to help coastal states proactively address climate change impacts. This program provides financial assistance and technical support for states to develop and implement comprehensive adaptation and response plans. Grants will fund risk identification, land use strategies, ocean ecosystem planning, and the physical implementation of resilience projects like green infrastructure.

The Ocean Acidification Research Partnerships Act establishes new federal grants to fund collaborative research projects focused on ocean acidification. These grants require partnerships between the seafood industry and academic researchers to address critical adaptation and monitoring needs. The legislation aims to integrate real-world industry knowledge with scientific expertise to better understand and mitigate the impacts of ocean acidification.

This resolution formally condemns recent actions by President Donald J. Trump that undermined the freedom of the press. It reaffirms the United States' fundamental commitment to a free and independent media as a cornerstone of democracy. The measure urges the Executive Branch to respect the role of journalism and calls for the safe release of U.S. Agency for Global Media journalists detained overseas.

The Holocaust Insurance Accountability Act of 2025 restores the ability of states to enforce laws requiring insurers to disclose information about Holocaust-era policies. This Act creates a new federal right for beneficiaries to sue in federal court to collect on these policies, overriding previous federal preemption claims. Furthermore, it establishes a uniform 10-year statute of limitations for filing such claims under both state and federal law.