Legislation

The Nuclear Ecosystem Drone Defense (NEDD) Act grants the Secretary of Energy specific authority to procure and operate certain foreign-sourced drones otherwise restricted for federal use. This legislation carves out exceptions for the Department of Energy from existing prohibitions on acquiring or using covered unmanned aircraft systems from flagged foreign entities. Additionally, the bill expands the Secretary of Energy's power to protect sensitive nuclear assets and related facilities from drone threats.

The No Foreign Election Interference Act establishes significant penalties for certain tax-exempt organizations that accept funds from foreign nationals and subsequently contribute to political committees. If an organization takes foreign money and makes a "disqualified political committee contribution," it faces a penalty equal to twice the amount of that donation. Furthermore, an organization that makes more than two such prohibited contributions will permanently lose its tax-exempt status. These provisions apply to contributions made on or after January 1, 2026.

The Putting Veterans First Act of 2025 is a comprehensive bill designed to support military-affiliated federal employees by reversing past unfair employment actions and establishing new procedural safeguards against future disciplinary actions. It also imposes significant limitations, increased transparency, and accountability measures across the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding personnel actions, office closures, and contracting. Furthermore, the Act strengthens protections, mental health support, and employment assistance for civil servants while mandating extensive public reporting on VA operations and staffing.

The UPRISERS Act mandates the revocation of student and exchange visitor visas for individuals convicted of assaulting a police officer or engaging in riot-related offenses. Furthermore, this bill makes conviction for these specific crimes grounds for deportation for those holding F, J, or M visas. This legislation targets non-immigrant visa holders involved in violent civil unrest or attacks on law enforcement.

The Innovative FEED Act of 2025 establishes a new regulatory category for "zootechnical animal food substances" intended to modify animal digestive byproducts or reduce foodborne pathogens without treating disease. This bill mandates that these new substances must undergo the standard food additive approval process with the FDA, requiring petitioners to provide extensive data on their intended effects. Approval is contingent upon proving the substance achieves its claimed function under proposed use conditions, and all resulting animal food must carry a specific disclaimer stating it is not for disease treatment.

The Court Shopping Deterrence Act mandates that any appeal of a federal district court order granting a nationwide injunction must go directly to the Supreme Court. This process bypasses the standard circuit court of appeals for rulings that halt the enforcement of federal laws or regulations across the entire country. The Act aims to centralize review for these significant, broad-reaching judicial decisions.

The Change of Ownership and Conversion Improvement Act aims to expedite the Department of Education's review of college ownership changes by implementing application and monitoring fees. This legislation establishes a guaranteed review timeline, introduces pre-transaction approval, and sets strict rules to prevent self-dealing when for-profit institutions convert to non-profit status. The Act also mandates post-conversion monitoring and requires a comprehensive GAO review five years after enactment.

The Prevent Homelessness Act of 2025 establishes the Housing Stabilization Fund to provide emergency financial assistance aimed at keeping extremely low-income and very low-income families housed. This fund will distribute annual grants to local Continuums of Care (CoCs) to cover short-term housing-related costs like rent arrears, utilities, and necessary repairs. The distribution formula prioritizes areas with the highest need, while a competitive portion encourages effective local prevention strategies.

This bill, the RETIREES FIRST Act, aims to provide tax relief for seniors by significantly increasing the income thresholds at which Social Security benefits become taxable. It raises the base amount for single filers to \$34,000 and joint filers to \$68,000, with these figures set to adjust annually for inflation starting after 2025. Funding for this tax relief will be offset by rescinding an equivalent amount from non-security discretionary government spending beginning in fiscal year 2027. The legislation also ensures that Social Security and Railroad Retirement trust funds will not experience any loss of revenue due to these changes.

The Saving NSF’s Workforce Act imposes a temporary moratorium on layoffs and reductions in force at the National Science Foundation (NSF). This freeze will remain in effect until Congress enacts the full-year funding bill for Fiscal Year 2026. The bill allows the NSF to proceed with involuntary separations only for specific reasons, such as misconduct or poor performance.

The Service-Connected Suicide Compensation Act ensures that survivors of veterans who died by suicide receive dependency and indemnity compensation. This benefit is automatically provided if the veteran had a service-connected mental disorder. The Act establishes a direct link between service-connected mental health issues and eligibility for survivor benefits following a veteran's suicide.

The FAFSA Act of 2025 revokes federal student aid eligibility, including grants and loans, for individuals convicted of assaulting a police officer or certain riot-related crimes. Any federal grants received prior to the conviction will be immediately converted into Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans that must be repaid with interest. These converted loans will not be eligible for any existing federal forgiveness or discharge programs.

The BITCOIN Act of 2025 establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and mandates the U.S. government to purchase one million Bitcoins over five years to strengthen national financial standing. This legislation outlines strict security protocols for the reserve, requires public proof of holdings through cryptographic attestations, and protects private Bitcoin ownership rights. Furthermore, the Act details funding mechanisms, including adjustments to Federal Reserve surplus funds and gold certificate exchanges, to finance these acquisitions.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed export of defense articles to Israel. It specifically blocks the shipment of 20,000 Colt Carbine fully automatic rifles, valued at over \$1 million. The resolution targets items controlled under Category I of the United States Munitions List intended for the Israel National Police.

The Saving DOE’s Workforce Act institutes a moratorium, freezing all non-cause-based layoffs at the Department of Energy (DOE) until Congress enacts the full-year budget for Fiscal Year 2026. This measure protects most career federal employees at the DOE from staff reductions during this period. Exceptions for removal are strictly limited to documented misconduct or poor performance.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a recent rule issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) concerning the Section 45Y Clean Electricity Production Credit and the Section 48E Clean Electricity Investment Credit. Congress is effectively rejecting the specific guidance the IRS published regarding these clean energy tax incentives. If passed, this action would prevent the new IRS rule from taking effect.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed defense export to Israel. It immediately prohibits the shipment of 2,300 fully automatic Colt M4 carbines and related components valued at $1 million or more. The blocked export was intended for the Israel National Police via M. R. D. Efram Investments Ltd.

The LIBERATE Act establishes the Regulatory Oversight and Review Task Force to identify and recommend the modification or repeal of federal regulations that hinder economic competitiveness, increase costs, or slow down critical domestic industries. This Task Force, composed of government officials and private sector experts, will gather public input and issue regular reports to Congress. The bill also creates an expedited congressional process for enacting the Task Force's recommendations for outright regulatory repeal.

The Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2025 establishes federal programs to accelerate research, development, and deployment of low-emissions cement, concrete, and asphalt. The bill aims to slash greenhouse gas emissions from these critical building materials while boosting domestic manufacturing and supply chains. Key components include establishing research programs, creating specialized Manufacturing USA institutes, and providing financial incentives for states to adopt greener road materials. The Act also creates an Interagency Task Force to coordinate strategies for performance standards, workforce development, and market adoption of these innovative products.

The Baltic Security Initiative Act establishes a new program to deepen U.S. military cooperation with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to deter Russian aggression and implement NATO strategy. This initiative will focus on long-term projects like enhancing air defense, improving cyber resilience, and developing regional military capabilities. The Secretary of Defense must submit a strategy outlining these efforts and is authorized $350 million annually from FY2026 through FY2028 to support the program.