Legislation

The National Energy Dominance Council Act of 2025 establishes a high-level council within the Executive Office of the President, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, to ensure U.S. leadership in global energy production. This body is tasked with advising the President, streamlining energy-related processes like permitting and regulation, and developing a National Energy Dominance Strategy. Furthermore, the Act mandates the inclusion of the Secretary of the Interior as a regular attendee in National Security Council meetings.

The Livestock Indemnity Program Improvement Act of 2025 revises how the government calculates indemnity payments for livestock owners who suffer losses. This legislation mandates a specific, quarterly process for the Secretary to determine the market value used in these payments. The changes aim to standardize and clarify the valuation methodology for the Livestock Indemnity Program.

Hammers' Law updates existing federal law to extend liability limitations, previously applied only to commercial aviation accidents, to include incidents involving cruise ships. This means lawsuits stemming from cruise ship voyages will now be subject to the same caps on damages as those in aviation accidents. The bill specifically defines which passenger vessels qualify as a "cruise ship" for the purposes of these limitations.

The M. H. Dutch Salmon Greater Gila Wild and Scenic River Act designates specific stretches of the Gila River system in New Mexico as protected Wild and Scenic Rivers, withdrawing federal lands within these boundaries from development. This legislation also transfers approximately 440 acres of federal land to be included within the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument boundary. Crucially, the Act preserves existing water rights, mining claims, and state jurisdiction while requiring comprehensive management plans developed in consultation with Tribes and the public.

This bill directs the United States Postal Service (USPS) to establish a single, unique ZIP Code specifically for the town of Wheatfield, New York. The USPS is required to implement this change within 270 days of the law's enactment. This action will ensure Wheatfield has its own distinct postal code.

The DISASTER Act of 2025 mandates that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) annually report comprehensive data on all federal disaster-related spending to Congress. This report must detail spending by agency, disaster event, and type of aid provided. The goal is to increase transparency, improve future budget decisions, and identify cost-saving mitigation opportunities. The new public reporting requirement takes effect with the Fiscal Year 2027 budget submission.

The Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act extends the availability of incentive payments for healthcare providers participating in approved alternative payment models. Specifically, it pushes the final year for these bonuses from 2026 to 2027. For the extended year of 2027, the bill establishes a new incentive payment percentage of 3.53 percent.

The LOCAL Infrastructure Act reinstates the availability of advance refunding bonds, effectively undoing a change made by the 2017 tax law. This action immediately restores the previous rules regarding these bonds. By bringing back advance refunding, the bill aims to provide greater financial flexibility for infrastructure projects.

This bill, the PROTECT the Second Amendment Act, prevents landlords of federally assisted rental housing from banning tenants who lawfully possess firearms within their private dwelling units. It ensures residents in subsidized housing can legally keep their firearms inside their apartments. The legislation also permits the transportation of firearms through common areas only when moving directly to or from the unit.

The Mortgage Relief for Disaster Survivors Act allows homeowners with Federally backed loans in a declared disaster area to request a mandatory 180-day forbearance on their mortgage payments. Borrowers must provide proof of property damage to their loan servicer to access this relief, which prohibits extra fees or penalties during the pause. This protection is available for both single-family and multifamily properties secured by loans purchased or securitized by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.

The Easter Monday Act of 2025 establishes Easter Monday as a new official federal public holiday. This act amends federal law to designate the first Monday following the first Sunday after the spring equinox full moon as a paid day off for federal employees.

The ALERT Act mandates that federal agencies regularly report detailed information about their upcoming and recently proposed regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA). OIRA must then make this information publicly available online within 30 days of receipt. Furthermore, this bill establishes a general six-month public waiting period before a new rule can take effect, ensuring greater transparency in the regulatory process.

The COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025 permanently prohibits all new oil and gas leasing and development activities on the Outer Continental Shelf in the North Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and Straits of Florida planning areas. This legislation ensures the protection of these key ocean regions from future drilling exploration.

The Engine Testing for Exploration Act mandates that NASA maintain and enhance its internal capabilities for testing rocket propulsion systems critical for human spaceflight missions, such as those to the Moon. This legislation affirms the Stennis Space Center's central role in managing all NASA rocket propulsion testing programs. Furthermore, the Administrator must report to Congress on future testing plans for both low-Earth orbit and deep space missions.

The Disaster Relief Transparency Act mandates that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) submit detailed annual reports explaining its methodology for allocating funds from key disaster recovery and mitigation grant programs. These reports must clarify how allocation amounts may change between appropriations and suggest improvements for consistency and speed. The initial report, due within 90 days of enactment, will focus on FY 2024 and 2025 funding.

The Trade Adjustment Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2025 officially extends the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program, which supports workers, firms, and farmers negatively impacted by trade, through December 31, 2031. This legislation also clarifies the application of TAA rules for petitions filed between July 1, 2021, and the date of enactment, often requiring reconsideration under current standards. Furthermore, it updates the funding and training calculation windows to align with the new program extension dates.

The Working Families Task Force Act of 2025 establishes an Interagency National Task Force charged with examining the core challenges facing working families today. This group will investigate issues ranging from economic pressures and childcare access to housing and healthcare affordability. Ultimately, the Task Force must develop concrete legislative and regulatory recommendations to boost the standard of living and quality of life for American families.

The Military Installation Retail Security Act of 2025 prohibits the Department of Defense from entering into or renewing long-term retail agreements on U.S. military bases with businesses controlled by designated "covered nations." The law mandates a review of all existing contracts, requiring termination unless a national security waiver is granted or the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) determines no threat exists. This measure aims to safeguard military installations by preventing undue influence from foreign adversaries through on-base commercial operations.

The Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025 permanently prohibits the Secretary of the Interior from issuing any new oil and gas leases or extending existing ones in the Arctic areas of the outer Continental Shelf. This legislation establishes an outright ban on the exploration, development, or production of minerals in these specific Arctic waters. The defined geographic scope of this prohibition aligns with the existing definition used in the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984.

This bill prohibits the IRS Commissioner from using appropriated funds to purchase or maintain firearms and ammunition. It mandates the transfer of all existing IRS firearms and ammunition to the General Services Administration (GSA) for public sale, with proceeds going to the Treasury to reduce the national deficit. Furthermore, the bill transfers the administration and enforcement of all federal tax crime investigations from the IRS to the Attorney General within the Department of Justice.