Legislation

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 3344 11th Avenue in Evans, Colorado. The facility will now be known as the "Deputy Samuel Kent Brownlee Post Office." This action ensures the building is formally recognized under its new designation.

The Protection Against Foreign Adversarial Artificial Intelligence Act of 2025 prohibits federal contractors from using the DeepSeek AI tool for government work, with narrow national security exceptions. The bill also mandates the Secretary of Commerce to report on the national security threats posed by AI platforms affiliated with countries of concern. This report must analyze risks related to censorship, propaganda, data security, and espionage.

This resolution officially designates May 17, 2025, as "Kids to Parks Day." The goal is to encourage children and families to engage in healthy outdoor activities by visiting local, state, and national parks. It recognizes the importance of nature for youth health and education while promoting the preservation of public lands.

The Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act updates federal excise tax rules for imported sporting goods sold through online marketplaces. This legislation treats certain marketplace providers who facilitate overseas sales as the importer of record for tax purposes. This ensures that the existing excise tax is collected when goods are shipped directly to U.S. consumers via these platforms.

The SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends and significantly enhances federal programs supporting small business innovation and technology transfer through 2030. The bill increases mandatory funding levels for the SBIR and STTR programs, establishes new paid fellowships to build a skilled workforce, and streamlines the path for small businesses to commercialize their federally-funded research with the government. Furthermore, it strengthens oversight, transparency, and accountability across these critical research and development initiatives.

The Law Enforcement Scenario-Based Training for Safety and De-Escalation Act of 2025 mandates the creation of a new, realistic, scenario-based training curriculum focused on de-escalation, crisis intervention, and appropriate use of force. It establishes a grant program, funded by existing DOJ resources, to help law enforcement agencies implement this training nationwide. The Act also requires regular reporting to Congress on the reach and effectiveness of the new training programs.

The Safeguarding Transit Operations to Prohibit China Act (STOP China Act) aims to prevent U.S. taxpayer funds from supporting transit vehicle manufacturing tied to the People's Republic of China (PRC). The bill specifically prohibits federal funding for the purchase of covered vehicles, such as buses or trains, produced by entities controlled by or based in designated foreign nations. To enforce this, the Act mandates the creation and regular updating of a public watchlist identifying these restricted manufacturers.

The TEST AI Act of 2025 establishes a pilot program, managed by NIST, to develop reliable measurement standards for evaluating federal Artificial Intelligence systems. This effort requires collaboration between the Departments of Commerce and Energy to create necessary testing facilities, known as "testbeds." A newly formed Working Group will advise on developing standards covering AI reliability, security, and bias, with a final report submitted to Congress detailing findings and future needs.

The Right-size the Federal Reserve Act aims to limit the Federal Reserve's overall size by capping its total assets at 10% of U.S. GDP after a ten-year transition period. This legislation also adjusts reserve requirements, preventing them from falling below levels set on March 25, 2020. Furthermore, the bill mandates the elimination of the Overnight Reserve Repurchase Facility and requires annual reporting to Congress on compliance and foreign bank interest payments.

This resolution officially designates May 2, 2025, as "United States Foreign Service Day." It serves to recognize the vital work of current and former Foreign Service personnel who protect American interests abroad. The day also honors members of the Foreign Service who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

This bill establishes a Special Review Board to audit the Department of Defense's handling of religious accommodation requests related to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The Board is tasked with identifying service members whose careers were negatively impacted and ordering corrective actions, such as promotions, back pay, and the removal of adverse records. Furthermore, the legislation mandates strict reporting to Congress and an independent audit to ensure accountability and fair restoration for all affected personnel.

The RAISE Act of 2025 aims to significantly support educators through several key provisions. It establishes a new, refundable tax credit for teachers and early childhood educators, with larger bonuses available for those working in high-poverty schools. Additionally, the bill doubles the existing tax deduction for classroom expenses and expands eligibility to include early childhood educators. Finally, it mandates substantial federal funding to incentivize local school districts to maintain or increase teacher salaries.

The Criminal History Access Act of 2025 amends federal law to explicitly grant access to criminal history records for state Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Agencies. This ensures that agencies responsible for certifying and training law enforcement officers have the necessary information. The Attorney General is required to update federal regulations within 180 days to reflect these changes.

The Defense Workforce Integration Act of 2025 establishes new pathways for service members medically disqualified from service to transition directly into civilian roles within the Department of Defense. The bill also mandates the creation of a program to connect individuals ineligible for military service with opportunities in the defense industrial base. Finally, it requires the Navy to inform separating personnel about career opportunities specifically within the Military Sealift Command.

The CRAWDAD Act expands emergency assistance programs to better support agricultural producers facing disaster-related losses. It specifically updates the Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program to include drought as an eligible trigger and explicitly covers losses to crawfish harvest due to adverse weather or drought. Additionally, the bill broadens the definition of "livestock" under the Livestock Forage Disaster Program to ensure coverage for unweaned animals.

The Northwest Wetlands Voluntary Incentives Program Act establishes a five-year, voluntary pilot grant program managed by the Secretary of the Interior to restore migratory bird habitats in the Columbia River Basin and the Oregon/Washington Coastal Zone. This program provides competitive funding for projects that improve wetland infrastructure and vegetation management for migratory birds. Grantees must secure a 25% non-Federal match, and the Act authorizes $10 million annually from FY 2026 through 2030 to supplement existing conservation efforts. The Secretary is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the funded restoration projects.

The Alzheimer’s Law Enforcement Education Act of 2025 mandates the creation of a free, online training course for law enforcement and corrections personnel regarding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. This course will teach officers how to recognize symptoms, communicate effectively, use alternatives to physical restraints, and identify potential abuse of affected individuals. The bill encourages states to accept completion of this specialized training toward required professional development hours.

This bill amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to impose new annual disclosure requirements on institutional investment managers who use proxy advisory firms for voting decisions. Managers must report how often they followed advisory firm recommendations and detail their process for ensuring votes align with shareholder economic interests. Very large managers face additional requirements, including performing and reporting their own economic analysis before casting a vote.

The GHOST Act of 2025 establishes a new Federal Interstate Firearm Parts Reporting System to track the shipment of specific gun components, including barrels, slides, and bolts, across state or international lines. Shippers must pre-register these covered components with the Attorney General, detailing sender, recipient, and shipping method, and later confirm delivery. The system allows for retroactive registration but imposes significant penalties for knowingly circumventing these tracking requirements.

The Medicaid VBPs for Patients Act updates federal rules to better integrate value-based purchasing (VBP) arrangements into Medicaid and Medicare drug pricing calculations. This legislation allows for more flexible "best price" reporting for performance-based drug deals and clarifies how refunds or rebates tied to patient outcomes affect average price calculations. Furthermore, the Act mandates new guidance for states on using VBPAs for inpatient Medicaid drugs and creates an exception to the federal anti-kickback statute for certain manufacturer payments related to these arrangements. Finally, it directs the GAO to study the effectiveness and impact of VBPAs across federal healthcare programs.