Legislation

This Act formally establishes federal responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and funding of the Lower Yellowstone Fish Bypass Channel, which was built to protect the pallid sturgeon. It explicitly prohibits transferring any financial or operational burdens of the channel to the local, non-federal Lower Yellowstone Irrigation District or Project. The legislation ensures continuous federal funding and preserves the existing functions of the irrigation project.

The Terrorist Watchlist Modification Review Act mandates that the FBI notify Congress within 30 days of any material changes to the policies governing the terrorist or transnational organized crime watchlists. It also requires the FBI Director to provide annual reports detailing the number and affiliations of U.S. persons on the terrorist watchlist. Furthermore, the bill ensures that relevant congressional committees can request current guidance on the use of these watchlists.

The Veterans Earned Transportation Act (Vets ETA) permanently authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide transportation for veterans attending vocational rehabilitation or counseling at VA facilities. This legislation removes the temporary pilot program designation, ensuring ongoing access to necessary transportation services.

The REAL Act mandates that federal officials must clearly disclose when they use generative artificial intelligence to create or alter public content. This disclosure requires a prominent, plain-language disclaimer explaining the AI's role in generating or manipulating the content. The law establishes implementation timelines, annual compliance audits, and specific penalties for federal officials and contractors who fail to adhere to these transparency requirements.

The Justice for Breonna Taylor Act aims to prohibit the use of no-knock warrants by federal law enforcement officers, requiring them to announce their presence before entry. Furthermore, it conditions federal funding for state and local law enforcement agencies on their compliance with the same no-knock warrant prohibition. This legislation seeks to increase accountability and safety during warrant executions.

The Safeguarding US Rulemaking Act amends the Administrative Procedure Act to restrict participation in the federal public comment process for proposed rules. This legislation specifically prohibits foreign governments designated as adversaries, along with their nationals and entities, from submitting comments or petitioning for rulemaking. The goal is to limit input on federal regulations to U.S. citizens and domestic entities.

This bill temporarily extends the deadline for certain individuals to file medical care claims under the VA's CHAMPVA program. Specifically, it allows those eligible for both CHAMPVA and Medicare Part A an extended period of at least 365 days to file claims after receiving retroactive CHAMPVA approval. This extension is in effect until September 30, 2027.

The Leasing and Infrastructure Act of 2025 grants the Secretary of Veterans Affairs independent authority to directly lease major medical facilities, bypassing the General Services Administration, subject to committee approval. This authority is supported by the establishment of a dedicated Veterans Leasing Fund to cover rental and associated costs. The bill also mandates rigorous, market-based cost estimation, a streamlined procurement process, and annual reporting to Congress regarding lease awards and timelines. These changes aim to expedite the acquisition of necessary VA infrastructure while maintaining fiscal oversight.

This Act officially renames the area of 16th Street Northwest between H and K Streets in Washington, D.C., from Black Lives Matter Plaza to the "Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza." The legislation mandates that all federal references to this area must use the new designation. Furthermore, the District of Columbia is required to install new street signs reflecting this name change within 90 days of enactment.

This bill adjusts the eligibility criteria for facilities seeking the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation under Medicare. It broadens the qualifying timeframe for existing requirements and allows certain off-campus outpatient departments of hospitals to qualify if they meet specific emergency department and rural location standards.

This bill mandates the United States Postal Service to establish a new post office in Mountain House, California. The legislation requires the USPS to open this facility within one year of the law's enactment.

This bill mandates that the Secretary of State submit regular, detailed reports to Congress regarding participation in U.S. and Chinese educational and cultural exchange programs. These reports aim to assess the impact of these exchanges on U.S. national security and strategic interests. The required data includes specific metrics on U.S. program effectiveness and a country-by-country list of participants in both U.S. and Chinese-sponsored programs.

The Justice in Sentencing for Survivors Act of 2025 aims to reform federal sentencing by recognizing the impact of past abuse on criminal behavior. This bill grants federal courts the authority to impose reduced or alternative sentences for offenders who are proven survivors of specific forms of violence, such as sexual assault or domestic violence. It also directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to amend guidelines to formally consider a history of abuse during sentencing.

This bill establishes new appointment and removal procedures for the Librarian of Congress, the Comptroller General, and the Director of the Government Publishing Office. These changes centralize the selection process through new or existing commissions, requiring appointment via a concurrent resolution passed by Congress. The legislation also sets a 10-year term for the Librarian of Congress and outlines specific supermajority requirements for removal from these key government positions.

The Next Generation 911 Act establishes a new federal grant program to support states and Tribes in deploying modern, multimedia-capable Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems nationwide. This legislation tasks the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) with coordinating implementation, providing technical assistance, and overseeing the distribution of funds. Grantees must submit detailed implementation plans focusing on interoperability, reliability, and cybersecurity to receive funding. The Act also mandates the creation of a dedicated Cybersecurity Center and an advisory board composed of public safety professionals.

This act establishes the VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project, a five-year pilot program to reduce veteran suicide rates. The initiative will implement the Zero Suicide Institute's curriculum across five selected VA medical centers, including one serving rural veterans. The program focuses on intensive staff training, policy development, and rigorous data collection to evaluate effectiveness. Annual reports will track progress and compare outcomes against other VA facilities.

The National Educator Safety and Accountability Act of 2025 establishes a national registry to track substantiated cases of educator misconduct, preventing individuals with disciplinary records from being rehired undetected. It mandates that schools and states report misconduct findings and licensing actions to this central database. Furthermore, the bill creates a federal task force to study the issue and provide guidance to improve prevention and response nationwide.

This bill establishes the "More Affordable Care Act," allowing states to waive certain federal health insurance requirements if they maintain a high-risk pool, with residents potentially receiving equivalent federal funds in "Trump Health Freedom Accounts." These accounts function as specialized Health Savings Accounts with unique contribution and spending rules, including restrictions on funding gender transition procedures and abortion services. Additionally, the legislation creates a 50% premium tax credit for small employers in waiver states and mandates enhanced public reporting of actual medical prices and patient outcomes data.

The AI Training for National Security Act mandates the integration of artificial intelligence cybersecurity challenges into the annual cybersecurity training for all Department of Defense personnel. This ensures the military and civilian workforce is prepared for emerging AI-related security threats. The Secretary of Defense has one year to update the required training materials.

The "Not A Trusted Organization Act" mandates the President to formally withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) within 30 days of enactment. This legislation is based on findings that NATO's original mission is obsolete and its expansion conflicts with U.S. national security interests. Furthermore, the Act prohibits the use of any federal funds for U.S. contributions to NATO's common-funded budgets.