Legislation

The AI Impersonation Prevention Act of 2025 prohibits the knowing use of artificial intelligence to impersonate a federal official in a way that creates materially false or misleading content. This makes it illegal to generate deepfake audio, video, or text mimicking a government employee without clearly disclosing that the content is not authentic. Exceptions exist for satire and parody, provided the artificial nature of the content is explicitly clear.

This joint resolution officially terminates the national emergency concerning energy that was declared on January 20, 2025. By enacting this measure, all special authorities and regulations implemented under the National Emergencies Act due to the energy crisis are immediately canceled.

The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2025 establishes a new, refundable tax credit for eligible first-time homebuyers, equal to 10% of the purchase price, up to a $15,000 maximum. This credit is subject to income and price phase-outs based on local area median figures. Claimants must meet specific age and residency requirements, and may be subject to a recapture provision if the home is sold within four years.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rule regarding an update to the user fee for an Estate Tax Closing Letter. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this measure nullifies the proposed fee increase. Consequently, the IRS is prevented from implementing the new fee for this specific service.

This bill makes minor, technical corrections to the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. The primary changes involve renumbering and updating existing definitions within the Act to ensure internal consistency. These are housekeeping adjustments designed to clean up the existing law without altering its substance.

The College Transparency Act establishes a secure, new national system for tracking student data from postsecondary institutions to improve transparency regarding enrollment, completion, costs, and post-college outcomes. This system will collect detailed, student-level data, securely matched with other federal records, to create public, aggregate reports for comparison. The law mandates strict privacy and security standards while aiming to reduce overall reporting burdens for colleges.

This Act, the District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act, amends existing law to require that the Commanding General of the District of Columbia National Guard must reside within the District of Columbia. This new residency requirement will take effect one year after the law is enacted.

The Supplemental Security Income Equality Act extends full Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to residents of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa. This legislation removes previous payment limitations and updates federal law to explicitly include these territories in the definition of "state" for SSI purposes. The Act ensures that nationals are treated the same as citizens and grants the Commissioner flexibility to tailor program requirements to the needs of these territories. These changes will take effect on the first day of the fiscal year beginning one year after enactment.

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025 aims to modernize the bankruptcy system by increasing the compensation for Chapter 7 trustees to a level reflecting current economic realities. The bill also adjusts various bankruptcy fees to ensure the U.S. Trustee System remains fully funded without taxpayer assistance. Finally, it extends the terms of certain temporary bankruptcy judge offices to ensure continued judicial capacity.

This resolution commemorates the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop by officially designating specific dates to honor its cultural impact. It recognizes August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day," August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month," and November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month." The bill celebrates hip hop's origins in the Bronx and its evolution into a globally influential, multi-billion dollar American art form.

This resolution officially recognizes July 28, 2025, as "World Hepatitis Day" to bring urgent attention to the deadly threat of viral hepatitis B and C in the United States. It highlights the high rates of undiagnosed infections and disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities. The bill urges increased public education, vaccination efforts for adults, and improved access to curative treatments for hepatitis C. Ultimately, it supports national goals to eliminate viral hepatitis through coordinated public health action.

This resolution honors Dr. Paul Farmer by urging the U.S. government to adopt a 21st-century global health solidarity strategy to end preventable deaths worldwide. It calls for significantly increased U.S. aid, focused on strengthening local health systems through "accompaniment," while simultaneously taking action to stop economic injustices that drain resources from developing nations. Ultimately, the bill demands that U.S. development policy prioritize global health equity alongside addressing historical harms like slavery and colonialism.

This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrates the deep, historical ties between the U.S. and Cabo Verde. It honors the significant contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to both nations and acknowledges Cabo Verde's commitment to democracy and good governance. The document also commends Cabo Verde's role in international affairs, including its support for Ukraine.

This bill appropriates funding for Fiscal Year 2026 across the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services (HHS), and Education, along with related agencies. It sets spending levels for workforce training, public health initiatives, K-12 and higher education programs, and administrative oversight. The legislation also includes numerous provisions governing fund transfers, lobbying restrictions, and specific operational rules for various federal programs.

The Judicial Reorganization Act of 2025 splits the existing Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals into two separate circuits: the new Ninth Circuit and the new Twelfth Circuit. This legislation increases the total number of federal circuits to fourteen and authorizes the appointment of two new judgeships for the remaining Ninth Circuit. The Act also establishes procedures for assigning existing judges and handling all pending and future court cases following the reorganization.

The Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026 provides comprehensive funding across all military personnel, operations, procurement, and research and development for the U.S. Armed Forces. It allocates billions to pay service members, maintain equipment, modernize assets like ships and aircraft, and support vital health and oversight programs. The bill also establishes strict rules for spending, mandates significant domestic sourcing for certain materials, and rescinds previous appropriations.

The Pigs and Public Health Act enacts sweeping reforms for the humane handling and processing of pigs, banning certain growth-promoting drugs and establishing strict transportation and euthanasia standards for nonambulatory animals. It also significantly increases public health transparency by creating a confidential reporting portal for violations and strengthening whistleblower protections for employees. Furthermore, the bill mandates a study on the public health risks associated with nonambulatory pigs entering the food system. These measures aim to improve animal welfare while empowering workers to report safety concerns.

This bill establishes the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies to investigate the history and impact of these federal policies on Native American communities over a six-year period. The Commission is empowered to gather testimony, review federal records, and work with specialized subcommittees to address the resulting social, cultural, and physical harm. Furthermore, the legislation strengthens NAGPRA to ensure the return and respectful reburial of associated cultural items.

The Critical Minerals Investment Tax Modernization Act of 2025 updates tax incentives for domestic mineral production. Specifically, this bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to increase the percentage depletion rate to 22% for the mining of rare earths and scandium. This change aims to encourage investment in the extraction of these strategically important materials.

The Pensions for All Act mandates that all employers and self-employed individuals must provide a retirement plan equivalent to the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or enroll participants in FERS itself. This legislation also creates a pathway for non-Federal employees and the self-employed to participate directly in FERS, including crediting their service time. Furthermore, the bill establishes a new, tiered federal income tax credit to incentivize retirement contributions for smaller entities. Finally, it imposes a daily penalty tax on employers and the self-employed who fail to meet these new retirement coverage requirements.