Legislation

The Six Assurances to Taiwan Act codifies the historical U.S. commitments known as the Six Assurances, reinforcing the foundation of U.S. policy toward Taiwan. It explicitly states that the U.S. has not agreed to set a date for ending arms sales or to consult with Beijing on those sales. Furthermore, the Act establishes a mandatory Congressional review process before the President can pause arms sales or take actions that significantly alter the U.S. position on Taiwan's sovereignty. This legislation aims to ensure stability in the Taiwan Strait by upholding these long-standing policy guidelines.

This bill temporarily amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow taxpayers to deduct interest paid on qualified loans taken out to purchase certain passenger vehicles made in the United States. This deduction is available for a limited time, subject to an annual cap of \$10,000 and income phase-outs. The legislation also imposes new information reporting requirements on lenders receiving \$600 or more in interest on these specific vehicle loans.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study on designating the approximately 280-mile Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Utah as part of the National Trails System. The study will assess the suitability of this historic trail, which follows the ancient shoreline of Lake Bonneville, for official national recognition.

The Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act establishes a new federal grant program to provide operating support for high-quality public transit services. This funding is specifically targeted to improve mobility and environmental outcomes, with a requirement that the majority of funds benefit underserved communities or areas of persistent poverty. The Act also increases the federal share for rural transit operating assistance up to 80%.

The SECURE American Telecommunications Act centralizes the licensing authority for submarine and cross-border terrestrial telecommunications cables under the FCC, shifting power away from the President. This legislation establishes strict security and reporting requirements for cable licensees, including mandatory consultation with national security agencies. Furthermore, it streamlines federal permitting while significantly increasing penalties for intentional damage to undersea cables.

The Green Energy for Federal Buildings Act mandates increasing renewable energy procurement targets for all federal buildings, starting at 7.5% and escalating to 100% by the year 2050. This legislation amends existing law to establish clear, phased buying goals for the government over the coming decades. The Act also prioritizes sourcing this renewable energy from on-site federal facilities or federal and Indian lands when feasible.

The Saving Students with Software Act establishes a new grant program administered by the Secretary of Education to help states purchase specialized suicide prevention software for elementary and secondary schools. This software is designed to monitor student typing on school devices and alert staff to potential self-harm or suicidal ideation. The goal is to provide schools with tools to proactively intervene and support students in crisis.

This bill amends the Small Business Act to eliminate the requirement that recipients of certain construction contracts must award subcontracts to businesses located within the county or state of performance. By repealing this outdated rule, the legislation removes a geographic restriction on subcontracting for small businesses awarded these contracts. This change aims to provide greater flexibility in awarding construction subcontracts.

The State Border Security Assistance Act establishes two new federal grant programs to support state and local efforts along the southern border. The first fund provides billions for physical barriers, surveillance technology, and border reinforcement activities. The second fund allocates resources for the investigation, prosecution, and detention of criminal non-citizens. Both programs offer reimbursement for eligible expenses dating back to January 20, 2021, and are scheduled to sunset in January 2029.

The Empty Lots to Housing Act streamlines the process for transferring federally funded, unneeded real property to local entities or qualified private developers. This transfer is contingent upon the recipient agreeing to long-term affordability requirements for the resulting housing. Specifically, at least 40% of new units must be affordable for low-income families, with a portion reserved for extremely low-income households.

The Chip Security Act mandates the installation of security mechanisms on advanced integrated circuit products before they are exported from the United States. These requirements aim to verify chip location, prevent diversion, and protect U.S. technological leadership. The Secretary of Commerce must also study and implement additional security features to enhance export control enforcement and national security.

The Protecting AI and Cloud Competition in Defense Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of Defense prioritize competition, security, and interoperability when procuring Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing services. It establishes strict rules to prevent vendors from using government data to improve their commercial AI products without explicit authorization. Furthermore, the bill requires annual reporting to Congress on market competition, innovation barriers, and the use of any granted security exemptions.

The Manned Aircraft Clarification Act updates federal criminal statutes to explicitly limit penalties for aircraft destruction and piracy to **manned aircraft**. This ensures that existing severe penalties specifically target actions against aircraft with people on board. The bill revises language in Title 18 and Title 49 of the U.S. Code to reflect this focus on manned operations.

The COUNTER Act enhances the Department of Defense's authority to neutralize threats from unmanned aircraft systems targeting U.S. assets. This legislation delegates specific response powers and updates mitigation rules for drone threats. Crucially, it exempts sensitive information regarding these counter-drone technologies and procedures from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The bill also adjusts several deadlines and clarifies the applicability of certain federal laws when operating overseas to counter these threats.

The Historic Preservation Fund Reauthorization Act extends the life of the Historic Preservation Fund through the year 2035. This legislation also increases the maximum annual funding available for the program from \$150 million to \$250 million. Essentially, this bill ensures continued and increased financial support for preserving historic sites across the nation.

The Livestock Indemnity Program Enhancement Act of 2025 establishes new, additional payments for eligible livestock producers who suffer losses of unborn animals due to covered disaster conditions exceeding normal rates. These supplemental payments will be calculated based on a rate set by the Secretary, not exceeding 85% of the lowest weight class payment for that livestock type. This change aims to provide further financial relief for producers facing significant losses during gestation.

The Federal Cyber Workforce Training Act of 2025 mandates the creation of a Federal Cyber Workforce Development Institute to centralize and standardize cybersecurity training for federal employees. Led by the National Cyber Director, this Institute will develop modular, hands-on training aligned with the NICE framework for current and incoming cyber staff, including HR personnel. The resulting plan must detail curriculum, delivery methods, and necessary resources, though the Act itself does not authorize new appropriations.

The Certified Nursing Assistant Workforce Improvement Act updates federal regulations to enhance the quality of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. This bill mandates that Registered Nurses supervising CNA training must possess a minimum of two years of general nursing experience. This change aims to strengthen the qualifications of those overseeing the training of essential long-term care staff.

The Civilian Conservation Center Enhancement Act of 2025 overhauls residential job training facilities for underserved youth run by the Interior and Agriculture Departments. It mandates specialized training programs focused on conservation and wildland firefighting, and sets annual hiring goals for program graduates into federal roles. The bill also establishes pilot programs to boost the wildland firefighting workforce and improve related federal housing using student labor.

The Protecting Retirement and Health Benefits for Families Act requires heads of major federal agencies to certify to Congress that significant operational changes will not harm beneficiaries' access to or amount of benefits. If an agency plans major staffing cuts or reorganizations, it must detail how core services will be maintained. Should an Inspector General later find that these changes caused harm, the agency head is mandated to reverse those detrimental actions.