Legislation

The Safeguarding Personal Information Act of 2025 primarily repeals Title II of the REAL ID Act of 2005, eliminating previous federal identification document requirements. The bill also makes conforming amendments to align other laws, including adjustments regarding benefits for certain Afghan nationals and state grant requirements under the Social Security Act. This legislation removes specific mandates tied to the REAL ID Act from various federal contexts.

The Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025 addresses the rapidly growing energy demands of AI data centers by mandating a comprehensive review of liquid cooling technologies. This review, conducted by the GAO, will assess the costs, benefits, and market readiness of systems like direct-to-chip and immersion cooling. Ultimately, the bill seeks to establish federal standards and recommendations to promote the efficient and secure deployment of advanced cooling solutions necessary for future high-performance computing.

This resolution designates the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week." It aims to honor and recognize the profound sacrifices made by the families of service members who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as the families of veterans. The designation encourages the nation to observe this week through acts of service and goodwill to celebrate these families.

This resolution formally recognizes the unparalleled dedication of the late Lloyd Ashburn Williams to fostering economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem. It honors his decades of service, particularly as the long-time leader of The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of HARLEM WEEK. The document serves as a tribute to his profound impact on the community's growth and identity.

This resolution officially designates the week of September 14 through September 20, 2025, as "Telehealth Awareness Week." It recognizes the critical role telehealth plays in expanding healthcare access, especially for rural and underserved populations. The measure encourages increased awareness, resource sharing, and continued study of remote healthcare services. Ultimately, it supports maintaining robust access to telehealth for all beneficiaries.

This resolution officially designates the week of September 14 through September 20, 2025, as "National Truck Driver Appreciation Week." It serves to recognize the vital role of the nation's 3.5 million truck drivers who move the vast majority of American freight. The bill honors their dedication and essential contributions to the economy, supply chain, and national security without enacting new laws or programs.

This resolution supports the designation of September 19, 2025, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day" to recognize the tens of thousands of families affected by stillbirth. It celebrates the passage of the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2024, which aims to increase federal funding for stillbirth prevention research. Furthermore, the resolution urges the President to issue a proclamation encouraging national observance and action to reduce stillbirth rates.

This bill establishes a new Office of Subnational Diplomacy within the Department of State, led by a Special Representative. This office will coordinate federal support for U.S. state and local governments engaging internationally. Its primary goals are to help local entities attract foreign investment, counter foreign influence, and align local diplomacy with broader U.S. foreign policy objectives.

This resolution expresses support for designating September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month." The goal is to educate the public about sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder that significantly impacts thousands of Americans, particularly the Black community. This designation aims to promote awareness regarding the need for research, early detection, effective treatments, and preventative care programs.

This resolution supports the designation of September 22–26, 2025, as "National Hazing Awareness Week." It emphasizes the widespread problem of hazing, referencing tragic incidents to underscore the need for strong prevention policies and transparency on college campuses. The bill encourages all stakeholders to use this designated week to actively promote nationwide awareness and education efforts against hazing.

This resolution designates September 2025 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States. It recognizes the critical contributions these groups make to the future of the nation by supporting children and youth. The month serves to highlight the needs of all young people, especially those facing vulnerable circumstances.

This Act authorizes a land exchange between the federal government and the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. The exchange involves the Nation conveying approximately 1,460 acres of their land to the U.S. in return for about 1,475 acres of National Forest System land. The agreement requires the Nation to protect the Arrowhead landmark site as a condition of the transfer.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against designated terrorist organizations and drug trafficking groups that have not received specific authorization from Congress. It asserts that recent military strikes against vessels do not constitute a sufficient basis for ongoing military action without a formal declaration of war. The bill mandates that the use of force against these targets must cease unless explicitly approved by Congress, while preserving the right to self-defense.

The No Bail Post-Jail Act allows judges to deny pretrial release for individuals currently charged with a felony if they have a prior felony conviction for a crime of violence that resulted in at least 30 days of actual prison time. This measure focuses on preventing the release of repeat offenders with a history of violent crime while they await trial on new felony charges.

The Framework for Responding to Enforced Exile and Detentions through Oversight and Mobilizing Diplomatic Support Act, or the FREEDOM for Gao Zhisheng and All Political Prisoners Act, mandates the U.S. government to use all diplomatic tools to secure the release of political prisoners globally, with a specific focus on human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng. The bill directs the State Department to create a comprehensive diplomatic strategy for political prisoner advocacy and expands the existing China-focused registry into a worldwide Global Political Prisoner Registry. Furthermore, it ensures Congress is supported with specific briefing materials when engaging with Chinese officials regarding unjust detentions.

The Fairness and Accountability of Appeals Act of 2025 ensures that individuals who successfully appeal or win arbitration regarding disaster assistance decisions will have their associated attorney fees reimbursed by the Administrator. This provision aims to reduce the financial burden on successful appellants seeking fair disaster aid rulings.

The CABLE Expansion Act establishes strict, mandatory deadlines for local franchising authorities to approve or deny requests from cable companies for placing or modifying necessary equipment. While local authorities retain control over the physical placement of these "covered facilities," they cannot issue denials that effectively block the provision of promised cable services. If a local authority fails to act within the specified 90 or 150-day timeframe, the request is automatically deemed approved.

This bill, the Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025, posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the pioneering civil rights attorney and federal judge, Constance Baker Motley. The legislation recognizes her historic achievements, including her role in *Brown v. Board of Education* and her service as the first African-American woman appointed as a federal judge. The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike the medal, and provisions are made for selling bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

The App Store Freedom Act aims to foster competition by prohibiting large operating system owners from imposing anti-competitive restrictions on their app stores. This bill mandates open access for developers to system features and prevents platform owners from forcing the use of their own payment systems. Enforcement will be handled by the FTC, with provisions for state action and significant civil penalties for non-compliance.

This resolution recognizes the severe psychological impact of aggressive immigration enforcement on individuals, families, and communities across the nation. It condemns specific enforcement tactics that violate constitutional rights and highlights the disproportionate harm caused by detention and deportation policies. The bill directs federal agencies to collect data on mental health impacts and support nonprofit organizations providing essential services to affected immigrant populations.