Legislation

The Safer Response Act of 2025 aims to enhance first responder preparedness by updating the Public Health Service Act. This legislation modifies existing training programs to include broader medical countermeasures and increases funding for these critical services through fiscal year 2030. The bill focuses on ensuring first responders have access to necessary, legally marketed treatments for overdose situations.

The Enforce the Caps Act establishes specific, increasing discretionary spending limits for the federal government for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This legislation amends existing law to set firm budget authority caps for non-mandatory government programs over the next four years.

This bill establishes the Tariff Response And Damages to Exports (TRADE) Fund, managed by the Treasury Department and administered by the Secretary of Agriculture. The fund will be financed by specific tariffs collected on imported goods. Its purpose is to provide financial assistance to agricultural producers harmed by trade disruptions, such as retaliatory tariffs or decreased export markets. The authority to use this fund will expire on September 30, 2030.

The Protect RAIL Act amends immigration law to prevent non-citizens convicted of or admitting to crimes involving the theft or tampering of goods shipped across state or international lines from entering the United States. Furthermore, this bill makes non-citizens already in the U.S. deportable if they have committed such offenses related to interstate or foreign shipments.

The OCED Elimination Act officially abolishes the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) within the Department of Energy. This legislation also repeals Section 41201 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, eliminating associated programs and requirements. In short, this bill shuts down the OCED and removes a specific section of prior energy legislation.

The Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act mandates a comprehensive report from the Secretary of State detailing the group's foreign ties, especially concerning Iran and designated terrorist organizations. It also requires the Secretaries of State and Treasury to determine within 90 days whether the Polisario Front meets the criteria for designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and subsequent sanctions. The President retains the authority to waive these potential penalties if the group engages in good-faith negotiations regarding Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for Western Sahara.

The LEDGER Act mandates the creation of a comprehensive, centralized system managed by the Secretary of the Treasury to track every expenditure made by all branches of the U.S. Government. This new system must detail exactly where federal funds are spent and how long those funds were available for obligation. The goal is to significantly enhance the traceability and transparency of government spending.

The No Gratuities for Governing Act of 2025 updates federal law regarding illegal gifts involving government agents who manage federal funds. It establishes new criminal penalties for giving or accepting gifts valued at \$1,000 or more in connection with official transactions worth \$5,000 or more. The Act also increases the maximum prison sentence for existing offenses under this statute from 10 to 15 years.

The Disability Access to Transportation Act aims to modernize and improve transportation accessibility for people with disabilities, addressing systemic discrimination that persists despite the ADA. The bill establishes a pilot program for "one-stop" paratransit services to reduce wait times and mandates new rules for accessible pedestrian facilities in public rights-of-way. Furthermore, it creates new mechanisms for reporting accessibility complaints and launches a pilot program to measure and analyze transportation access data across different populations.

The Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act establishes stricter transparency requirements and limitations on large-scale workforce reductions across key international agencies. It specifically overhauls the State Department's procedures for laying off Foreign Service employees, prioritizing performance and increasing required advance notice periods for all affected federal workers. Furthermore, the bill mandates extended review periods and increased congressional notification before the State Department can update its Foreign Affairs Manual.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 3401 12th Street Northeast in Washington, D.C., as the "Chuck Brown Post Office." The legislation ensures that all official records and documents reflect this new name for the location.

The COPS Act, or Curbing Offenses on Policing Services Act, significantly increases the penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding federal officers or employees. This legislation raises the maximum fines and extends the potential prison sentences for these offenses. The bill specifically enhances penalties for both general interference and more serious assaults against federal personnel.

The Fuel Emissions Freedom Act aims to eliminate all federal and state regulations concerning vehicle fuel emissions and fuel economy standards. Proponents argue this will reduce consumer costs and regulatory uncertainty for manufacturers. The bill explicitly repeals key sections of the Clean Air Act and U.S. Code related to these standards. Consequently, it prohibits both federal and state governments from establishing or enforcing future emission limits for motor vehicles.

The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to reauthorize and strengthen federal efforts to combat human trafficking. This legislation focuses on enhancing victim services, improving law enforcement capabilities, and increasing accountability for traffickers. It seeks to continue and expand upon existing programs designed to prevent trafficking and protect survivors.

The Cancer Drug Parity Act of 2025 mandates that group health plans treat the cost-sharing for oral (take-at-home) anticancer drugs the same as they treat cost-sharing for intravenously administered cancer drugs. This ensures patients do not face higher out-of-pocket expenses for necessary oral chemotherapy medications. The Act also requires the GAO to study the financial impact of this new parity requirement on patients.

The Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act of 2025 aims to improve women's health after childbirth by clarifying Medicaid/CHIP coverage for essential pelvic health services. It mandates federal guidance for states on covering services like pelvic floor exams and physical therapy, alongside establishing a national education campaign for both providers and new mothers. The bill also directs the GAO to study existing coverage gaps for postpartum women under Medicaid.

The No Secret Police Act of 2025 mandates that federal officers engaged in border security or immigration enforcement must clearly display identification, wear visible badges or uniforms, and refrain from wearing face coverings during detentions or arrests. This ensures accountability by requiring clear identification from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel. The bill also requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to report on current tactical gear policies and research methods to improve officer visibility.

The Ensuring Veterans’ Smooth Transition (EVEST) Act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to automatically enroll eligible veterans into its patient enrollment system upon receiving their separation information from the Department of Defense. The VA must notify these veterans of their enrollment and provide clear instructions on how to opt out or enroll later. Furthermore, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) is required to study and recommend the most effective methods for notifying veterans about this automatic enrollment.

The Pro Codes Act aims to balance public access with the financial sustainability of organizations that create vital technical standards referenced in U.S. law. It establishes new copyright rules requiring Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) to make standards incorporated by reference into federal, state, or local law publicly accessible online for free. This ensures the public can view the codes they must follow while preserving the SDOs' ability to fund future standard development through copyright protection.

The End Junk Fees for Renters Act aims to protect tenants by banning application and screening fees for federally assisted rental units. It also caps late rent fees at 3% and mandates that landlords disclose key rental history and maintenance information before a lease is signed. Furthermore, the bill directs federal agencies to define "junk fees" and prohibits landlords from reporting unpaid junk fees to credit bureaus.