Legislation

The "Access to Credit for our Rural Economy Act of 2025" (ACRE Act) aims to bolster rural economies by excluding interest earned on qualified real estate loans by qualified lenders from gross income. These loans must be secured by rural or agricultural real estate, forestland, or related leaseholds, and cannot be made to foreign adversary entities. For single-family residences, the loan must be used for purchase or improvement, with a principal not exceeding $750,000. The Treasury Secretary is required to report to Congress on the impact of this act.

The "Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act" establishes an interagency task force to combat cybersecurity threats from Chinese state-sponsored actors targeting U.S. critical infrastructure. The task force, led by CISA and the FBI, will assess risks, evaluate federal resources, and provide classified reports and briefings to Congress with recommendations for improving threat detection and mitigation. The Act also mandates a plan for an awareness campaign to inform critical infrastructure operators about available federal security resources.

The "Safeguarding Medicaid Act" mandates asset verification for all Medicaid applicants and recipients nationwide, requiring states to implement electronic asset verification programs and report data to the federal government. It requires states to apply a resources eligibility test to determine if an individual qualifies for Medicaid based on their assets, ensuring that those with excessive resources are not eligible, with the state determining the maximum resource amount allowed. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) must establish a federal tracking system to monitor savings resulting from asset verification, and states must report detailed eligibility and renewal data. Non-compliant states may be required to implement corrective action plans.

This resolution disapproves and nullifies the EPA's rule that allowed California to set its own vehicle and engine pollution control standards. The rule in question is the "Advanced Clean Cars II" and "Waiver of Preemption." By disapproving this rule, the resolution seeks to prevent California from implementing stricter emission standards than the federal government.

This resolution designates April 7-11, 2025, as "National Assistant Principals Week," recognizing the crucial role assistant principals play in schools. It acknowledges their contributions to positive learning environments, student well-being, and overall school management. The resolution encourages nationwide recognition of assistant principals through ceremonies and activities.

The HOUTHI PC SMALL GROUP Act of 2025 aims to prevent the sharing of classified information through mobile or desktop messaging applications. The bill amends Title 18 of the United States Code to establish penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for individuals who knowingly transmit classified information via these platforms. This legislation seeks to enhance the security of sensitive government data and prevent unauthorized disclosures.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' view that paraprofessionals and education support staff are critical to schools and deserve fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. It advocates for livable wages, affordable healthcare, paid leave, professional development, safe working environments, and a voice in school policies for these essential employees. The resolution also encourages employers to engage in good faith negotiations and refrain from actions that undermine workers' rights during labor disputes. This resolution does not override any existing collective bargaining agreements that provide more favorable terms for paraprofessionals and education support staff.

The PRO Veterans Act of 2025 seeks to improve the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) operations through increased oversight and accountability. It mandates quarterly budget briefings to Congress, limits critical skill incentives for VA Senior Executive Service employees, and establishes a Veterans Experience Office to enhance customer service and gather data on veteran satisfaction. The act also requires annual reports and congressional reviews to ensure effective implementation and improvement of veteran services.

This bill honors the life and legacy of Henry Louis "Hank" Aaron, recognizing his achievements as a baseball player, his impact as a civil rights figure, and his embodiment of the American spirit. It acknowledges his overcoming of adversity and his status as one of the greatest athletes in U.S. history.

The DELETE Act requires data brokers to register with the FTC and delete individuals' personal information upon request through a centralized FTC system. Data brokers must comply with deletion requests, report completion rates, and undergo regular audits, with the FTC having enforcement authority and the ability to charge subscription fees. The FTC will also study the Act's implementation and report to Congress, while the Act preempts inconsistent state laws but allows for stronger state protections.

This bill directs the EPA Administrator to establish a Water Risk and Resilience Organization (WRRO) to develop cybersecurity risk and resilience requirements for community water systems or treatment works serving 3,300+ people. The WRRO will monitor and assess the implementation and effectiveness of cybersecurity requirements, and can impose penalties for violations. The bill allocates \$10,000,000 for these activities and clarifies that the WRRO is not a government entity, nor does this preempt state authority over water service safety and resilience.

The Maximum Support Act outlines a comprehensive strategy to support the Iranian people in their pursuit of a democratic government, human rights, and the rule of law. It establishes an interagency task force to enhance internet freedom in Iran, including circumventing censorship and providing secure communication tools. The act also directs the confiscation of Iranian government assets to fund initiatives supporting democracy, human rights, humanitarian aid, and internet freedom in Iran, while ensuring sanctions do not impede access to communication tools. Additionally, the bill requires strategies to encourage defections from the Iranian government and to designate Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security as a Foreign Terrorist Organization.

This bill expresses support for the President's actions, including designating certain cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, invoking the Alien Enemies Act, and working with El Salvador to detain non-citizen members of these organizations. It affirms the President's authority to detain, deport, or restrict non-citizens from Foreign Terrorist Organizations. The bill ultimately endorses the complete elimination of these organizations from the United States.

The "Delete DOGE Act" aims to defund the Digital Open Government Enterprise (DOGE) and related entities by restricting the use of federal funds for implementing certain executive orders or supporting new projects initiated by DOGE after January 20, 2025. It prevents federal funds from being used by or given to DOGE-related entities or individuals and limits the use of funds for the United States Digital Service (USDS) to improving existing digital services as they existed on January 19, 2025. The bill defines key terms such as "covered entity," "covered executive order," and "covered individual" to clarify the scope of these restrictions.

This bill expresses support for designating the fourth Wednesday of February as "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day" to raise awareness about this common, yet often undiagnosed, heart condition. It emphasizes the importance of early detection, proper screening, and medical attention to improve cardiovascular health outcomes for those affected by HCM. The bill aims to educate the public about the risks associated with undiagnosed and untreated HCM.

The "Dental Loan Repayment Assistance Act of 2025" amends the Internal Revenue Code to exclude certain loan repayments received by dental school faculty from taxable income, aiming to incentivize teaching careers in dentistry. It mandates a report to Congress on the long-term impact of the Dental Faculty Development and Loan Repayment Program, ensuring beneficiaries continue to serve in educational and practice roles post-funding. These provisions take effect for taxable years following the bill's enactment.

The North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act of 2025 facilitates land exchange between the State of North Dakota and the Federal government to consolidate state trust lands and resolve land ownership issues, particularly within Indian reservations. This act allows North Dakota to relinquish land within reservations to the Department of Interior, and in return, select federal land of equal value. It outlines valuation methods for land exchanges, addresses existing leases and rights-of-way, and ensures compliance with environmental regulations and tribal treaty rights. The goal is to improve land management and economic development for both the State and tribal nations.

The IDEA Full Funding Act aims to increase federal funding for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) from fiscal year 2026 through 2035 and subsequent years. It authorizes and appropriates specific funding levels for IDEA, excluding section 619, with increasing amounts each year. The funding is determined by both a set dollar amount and a percentage based on the number of children with disabilities and average per-pupil expenditure, whichever is greater. The bill also mandates that the increased funding adhere to "cut-as-you-go" rules, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

This bill seeks to increase financial support for families by raising the tax credit amounts for both household and dependent care expenses, as well as employer-provided child care services. Specifically, it doubles the expense limits for the household and dependent care services credit and significantly increases the maximum credit for employer-provided child care expenses. These changes aim to alleviate the financial burden of child care for working families and incentivize employer-sponsored child care programs.

This bill amends House Resolution 211 to clarify that all days within the first session of Congress will be counted as calendar days. This clarification specifically applies to the consideration of any joint resolution aimed at terminating the national emergency declared by the President on February 1, 2025, ensuring timely review.