Legislation

The Keeping Deposits Local Act modifies federal banking regulations concerning reciprocal deposits to provide favorable treatment for certain funds held by agent institutions. It establishes a tiered structure for calculating the amount of reciprocal deposits that will not be considered funds obtained through a deposit broker. Furthermore, the Act updates the definition of an "Agent Institution" to require a specific CAMELS rating for qualification.

The ACCESS Act aims to significantly improve career counseling and public awareness regarding opportunities in the skilled trades. This legislation requires states to launch public awareness campaigns highlighting high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand career and technical education programs. Furthermore, it mandates that local workforce areas provide detailed labor market information focused on these growing professions to better guide students and job seekers.

The Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act transfers federal land, including Crystal Reservoir and the Full Moon Dam, to the City of Ouray, Colorado. In exchange, the City assumes all maintenance responsibilities for the infrastructure and must keep the land open for public recreation without charging fees. The transfer is conditioned on the City maintaining the land as open space and prohibiting new development beyond necessary water infrastructure operations.

The No Trade with Terrorists Act officially repeals key sections of Public Law 112-208. This action eliminates several existing rules, programs, and funding mechanisms established under the previous legislation. In essence, the bill cleans up or removes specific provisions related to trade restrictions.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to grant Congress and the states clear authority to regulate campaign contributions and expenditures. It explicitly allows for setting reasonable spending limits and establishing public financing systems for political campaigns. The amendment also permits banning spending by corporations and other legal entities while safeguarding the freedom of the press.

The Gateway Partnership Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to enter into agreements with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in designated Park buildings. These agreements establish strict rules regarding scheduling, liability insurance, and event compatibility to protect the Park's resources and public access. The Foundation must pay fees to cover all associated costs, including wear and tear and administrative expenses incurred by the National Park Service.

This resolution condemns the treatment of economist Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and other political prisoners by the Government of Azerbaijan. It urges the immediate and unconditional release of all wrongfully detained individuals. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes that respecting human rights and academic freedom is essential for the success of ongoing peace efforts between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

The Reducing Hereditary Cancer Act of 2025 expands Medicare coverage for individuals at high risk of hereditary cancers. This bill ensures Medicare Part B covers necessary germline genetic testing and covers certain preventive surgeries that reduce cancer risk. Furthermore, it mandates increased, evidence-based cancer screenings for beneficiaries already identified as having a hereditary cancer gene mutation.

This joint resolution formally honors the thirteen U.S. service members who were killed in the August 26, 2021, bombing at Abbey Gate during the withdrawal from Afghanistan. It recognizes their ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation and expresses deep gratitude to their families. The resolution also designates a National Day of Remembrance to ensure their faithful service is never forgotten.

The Urban Canal Modernization Act updates definitions related to federally managed canals and establishes specific criteria for identifying "urban canals of concern." The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to perform extraordinary operation and maintenance work on these critical canals. For non-emergency repairs, the federal government will cover 35% of the costs as a nonreimbursable grant, with the remaining costs advanced by the Secretary and repaid by the operating entity.

The Consumer Safety Technology Act establishes initiatives to enhance consumer protection in the face of emerging technologies. It mandates a pilot program for the CPSC to test the use of Artificial Intelligence in product safety enforcement. Furthermore, the bill requires studies on how blockchain technology can combat fraud and directs the FTC to report on deceptive practices involving digital tokens.

This bill sets the House rules for immediately considering a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment. The proposed amendment would require three-fifths of Senators to agree before debate on pending legislation in the Senate can be concluded. The resolution streamlines the process by waiving standard procedural hurdles to move quickly toward a final vote on this Senate rule change.

This resolution establishes the expedited process for the House of Representatives to immediately consider and vote on H.R. 155. The bill itself mandates that states must allow unaffiliated voters to participate in primary elections for federal offices. The resolution waives standard procedural hurdles to ensure a quick debate and final vote on a specific, pre-determined version of the bill.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating the week of September 20 through September 27, 2025, as "National Estuaries Week." It highlights the critical economic and environmental value of estuaries, which support millions of jobs and provide vital natural protection for coastal communities. The bill aims to raise public awareness about the need to protect and restore these essential ecosystems.

This constitutional amendment seeks to grant Congress and the states the authority to regulate contributions and expenditures in political campaigns. It specifically allows for the establishment of public financing systems to offset the influence of private money in elections. The amendment ensures that any regulations enacted must not infringe upon the freedom of the press.

This resolution expresses support for designating September 30, 2025, as "Rare Cancer Day" to shine a light on the significant challenges faced by patients with rare cancers. It highlights that these cancers affect a substantial portion of patients and often result in lower survival rates compared to common cancers. The bill encourages increased awareness of rare cancer symptoms to improve early diagnosis and calls for greater collaboration to advance research and treatment options.

This bill expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a recent rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) concerning the integrity and affordability of the Affordable Care Act marketplaces. Utilizing the Congressional Review Act, this measure immediately cancels the specific CMS regulation. Consequently, the proposed changes to marketplace rules will not take effect.

The State Energy Accountability Act requires state regulators to publicly evaluate the impact of state policies favoring intermittent energy sources on electric system reliability and customer costs. This evaluation must analyze the policy's effect on the 10-year availability of reliable power, emergency performance, and reliance on out-of-state generation. State authorities must determine whether to adopt this evaluation standard within one year of the Act's enactment.

The Stop Super PAC-Candidate Coordination Act tightens campaign finance rules by redefining "coordinated expenditures" made with a candidate as direct contributions, subject to strict limits and severe penalties for violations. It also explicitly bans federal candidates and officeholders from soliciting funds for any political committee that accepts non-compliant donations. These changes aim to prevent candidates from indirectly influencing or benefiting from outside spending by Super PACs.

This bill, the Over-the-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee Amendments, updates the fee structure and authority for the FDA to collect and use user fees to fund activities related to Over-the-Counter (OTC) monograph drugs through fiscal year 2030. It modifies definitions, adjusts the assessment and payment timelines for facility fees, and extends the program's authorization. The legislation also includes minor technical updates regarding drug development advice and sets sunset dates for certain provisions.