Legislation

The CLAIM Act of 2025 overhauls the hardrock mining claim maintenance fee system by replacing the flat fee with a tiered structure based on proximity to National Parks and Monuments. This new fee structure exempts "small miners" who meet specific acreage, claim count, and income thresholds. Collected fees are dedicated to administering mining laws, with excess funds allocated to infrastructure, historic preservation, and conservation programs.

The State Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2025 establishes a new Flex-Tech Energy Program to boost manufacturing competitiveness. This program provides financial and technical assistance to states and Indian Tribes to help local manufacturers improve energy efficiency and implement advanced technologies. Funds will support energy studies, equipment upgrades, and emissions reduction efforts at manufacturing facilities. The Act authorizes $100 million annually for this initiative from fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

This bill amends federal law to clarify the use of local general sales tax revenues for airport purposes. Specifically, it creates an exception to certain federal assurance requirements for local general sales taxes that meet specific criteria, including a history of not excluding aviation fuel. This change allows certain local governments to use these sales tax revenues for airport-related activities under defined conditions.

The No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act prevents reimbursements received for cleaning up perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) contamination from being counted as taxable gross income. This exclusion applies to reimbursements made in tax years beginning after December 31, 2020. Furthermore, the bill allows taxpayers to file refund claims within one year of enactment if the standard deadline has already passed.

This bill mandates the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a single, uniform system for credentialing and privileging medical providers. The departments must first report on their existing systems and then jointly select one system to be implemented by January 1, 2028. This integration aims to streamline the process for medical providers serving both agencies.

The SALAMANDER Act aims to expedite recovery following presidential-declared natural disasters by streamlining the permitting process for essential cleanup and restoration activities. It allows the Secretary of the Army to issue special, time-limited general permits for post-disaster work, provided these activities are coordinated with environmental agencies and adhere to agreed-upon best management practices. This measure is designed to reduce regulatory delays while maintaining necessary safeguards for threatened and endangered species.

The Tech Wellness for Young Men Act mandates a comprehensive national study on the mental, social, and developmental impacts of screen addiction among young men aged 12 to 25. This study will investigate the links between excessive screen use and issues like depression, anxiety, and social withdrawal. The Department of Health and Human Services must report its findings, including identification of the most affected subgroups, to Congress within 18 months of enactment.

The Helping Improve Recruitment and Retention Efforts for Prosecutors Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to assist state, local, territorial, and tribal governments in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and support staff. Administered by the Attorney General, the program will award competitive grants, prioritizing offices in underserved or budget-impacted areas. This initiative is authorized with $10 million annually from 2026 through 2030, requiring a 25% non-federal match unless waived.

This Act redefines "interstate transportation" for commercial driver's license (CDL) purposes, specifically for goods moved from a port of entry within the same state. It clarifies that moving goods from a port to an in-state destination, when those goods originated from outside the state or country, will not be subject to standard interstate CDL requirements.

The Tech Wellness for Men Act mandates a comprehensive national study on the social, economic, and health impacts of screen addiction among adult men aged 25 to 64. This study will examine the links between excessive screen time and issues like depression, workforce participation, and social isolation. The findings, including relevant mental health resources, must be publicly published within 18 months of the Act's enactment.

The DISPOSAL Act mandates the sale or long-term lease of six specific, underutilized federal buildings in Washington, D.C., granting the Administrator of General Services broad discretion over the transactions. This process is largely exempt from standard environmental and historic preservation reviews, with a strict prohibition on foreign ownership. Net proceeds from these disposals will fund relocation costs before being deposited into the Treasury to reduce the deficit.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 130 North Winton Road in Rochester, New York, as the "Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office." The legislation ensures that all future official references to this location will use the new designated name.

This act, the Northern Mariana Islands Medicaid Advancement Act, establishes a new, increased federal Medicaid payment limit for the Northern Mariana Islands beginning in fiscal year 2026. This new limit will be calculated using the same formula currently applied to American Samoa.

The "Failed to Uphold the Budget? Allowance: Reduced Act" (FUBAR Act) mandates a drastic reduction in pay for Members of Congress to just one dollar per day. This penalty is triggered for every day of a congressional session where a government funding lapse occurs due to a failure to pass necessary appropriations. The pay reduction remains in effect until the end of that congressional session.

The Endometriosis CARE Act aims to improve the understanding and management of endometriosis through increased research funding and data collection at the NIH. The bill also mandates studies to identify barriers to treatment access and requires the development of public education campaigns and provider information resources. Furthermore, it calls for a comprehensive study on disparities in endometriosis prevalence, detection, and treatment outcomes.

The Charlie Kirk Act amends existing law to authorize the CEO of the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) to disseminate information about the United States abroad. This legislation strictly prohibits the domestic dissemination or use of this material to influence U.S. public opinion. Archived materials may become available for public examination in the U.S. after a 12-year waiting period through the National Archives.

The Zero Food Waste Act establishes a competitive grant program through the EPA to achieve a 50% reduction in national food waste by 2035. These grants will support state, local, tribal governments, and nonprofits in studying, planning, collecting data on, and implementing projects to reduce food waste. The legislation prioritizes funding for projects that prevent waste and benefit communities disproportionately affected by environmental harms.

The FAIR Vets Act modernizes federal contracting by significantly increasing the dollar thresholds for sole-source contracts awarded to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This change raises the maximum contract value for both manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors. The goal is to improve access to federal contracts for these veteran-owned businesses.

The Veterans Career Connection Act establishes the Veterans Transition Talent Hub within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This program aims to directly connect employers with veterans and separating service members by creating a searchable database of their skills and employment preferences. The goal is to streamline the transition from military service to civilian employment.

The Clean Water Justice Act significantly strengthens penalties for water pollution violations under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. This legislation increases the maximum criminal fines for illegal discharges and mandates annual adjustments to these penalty amounts based on inflation. The goal is to ensure stronger deterrence against polluting our nation's waters.