Legislation

The Knife Owners’ Protection Act of 2025 ensures that individuals can transport knives between locations where possession is legal, provided the knives are transported in a locked container and are not directly accessible. It protects individuals complying with these rules from arrest or detention under state or local knife laws, and allows legal action against entities that infringe upon these rights. This act does not limit existing state laws regarding knife possession, carry, or transport, nor does it add restrictions to air travel with knives.

The "Paws Off Act of 2025" mandates warning labels on food products containing xylitol, highlighting its toxicity to dogs. The Food and Drug Administration is directed to implement this labeling requirement through an interim rule within 6 months and a final rule within 1 year.

This resolution establishes the procedures for the House of Representatives to debate and vote on H.R. 27, a bill addressing the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances under the Controlled Substances Act. It sets time limits for debate, approves a specific amendment, and allows for one additional amendment and a motion to reconsider the bill. The resolution streamlines the process for considering this legislation.

The "No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act" mandates the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to destroy all firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses within 90 days of enactment. It also eliminates the requirement for these businesses to send these records to the Attorney General. Finally, the Act requires the Director of the ATF to submit a report to Congress detailing the number of records destroyed.

The "Supporting All Producers Act" or "SAP Act" amends the Agricultural Act of 2014, requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to consult with maple industry stakeholders to gather input on research and education priorities before issuing grant applications for the Acer Access and Development Program. It also mandates the Secretary to consider the information provided during these consultations when awarding grants and extends the Acer Access and Development Program's authorization through 2030.

The "Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act of 2025" makes it mandatory for the Department of Homeland Security to implement the Migrant Protection Protocols, which require certain migrants to remain in a foreign country while awaiting immigration proceedings in the U.S. This is achieved by changing the language in the Immigration and Nationality Act from permissive to mandatory regarding the implementation of these protocols.

This resolution emphasizes the importance of the Department of Health and Human Services' role in providing timely and accurate health information to the public. It recognizes the value of resources like the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report and the Health Alert Network in protecting public health. The resolution expresses the Senate's belief that Americans should have continuous access to this vital information.

The "No Subsidies for Wealthy Universities Act" aims to limit federal research funding to higher education institutions based on the size of their endowment funds. It prohibits the use of federal research award funds to cover indirect costs for institutions with over $5 billion in endowment funds and sets caps on indirect cost rates for institutions with endowments between $2 billion and $5 billion, as well as for all other higher education institutions. The Act also mandates annual reporting on endowment funds and requires the Comptroller General to submit annual reports to Congress on indirect costs reimbursed to higher education institutions for federal research awards.

The "Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2025" amends the Internal Revenue Code to specify that expenses paid for an abortion cannot be claimed as a medical expense deduction. This change applies to taxable years starting after the enactment of this Act.

The "Stopping Border Surges Act" aims to reform immigration laws related to unaccompanied alien children and the asylum process. It changes how unaccompanied children and families are processed, focusing on detention standards and eligibility for special immigrant status. The act also modifies asylum procedures, affecting credible fear interviews, application jurisdiction, and penalties for fraud, with the goal of streamlining the system and deterring abuse.

The "Fix Our Forests Act" aims to improve forest management and wildfire resilience through landscape-scale restoration, community protection in wildland-urban interfaces, and enhanced transparency and technology. It establishes programs for wildfire risk reduction, reforestation, and biochar development, while also focusing on restoring white oak populations and supporting the families of firefighters. The act streamlines project approvals, encourages collaboration, and implements litigation reforms to expedite forest management activities. Additionally, it creates a casualty assistance program for firefighters and support personnel who are seriously injured, become ill, or die while on duty.

The Housing Fairness Act of 2025 aims to combat housing discrimination by directing the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to conduct nationwide testing for discriminatory practices in housing rentals, sales, and mortgage lending. It increases funding for the Fair Housing Initiatives Program, authorizes grants for studies and pilot projects to address housing discrimination and segregation, and urges HUD to fully implement fair housing education programs. The act also sets minimum training standards for testers and requires regular reporting to Congress on testing results and program effectiveness. Funds from this Act cannot be used for political activities.

The Transparency of Migration Act mandates the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Health and Human Services to publish weekly reports on their websites. These reports must include data on individuals unlawfully present in the United States who are apprehended by U.S. Customs and Border Protection or processed through a Department of Health and Human Services facility. The data includes daily numbers, countries of origin, ages, genders, states to which they were released, and criminal convictions, if any.

This bill expresses support for designating February 15-22, 2025, as "National FFA Week," celebrating the National FFA Organization's role in developing future leaders through agricultural education. It also recognizes the 90th anniversary of New Farmers of America and the 75th anniversary of the Future Farmers of America federal charter.

This bill recognizes Russia's actions in Ukraine as genocide, citing atrocities and evidence of intent to destroy the Ukrainian people. It condemns Russia, urges U.S. support for Ukraine to prevent further genocide, and backs international efforts to hold Russian leaders accountable for war crimes.

This joint resolution nullifies a Department of Energy rule setting energy conservation standards for gas-fired instantaneous water heaters. By disapproving the rule, Congress prevents its enforcement.

The "Abolish the ATF Act" eliminates the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). This would effectively end the ATF's regulatory and enforcement powers over alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives.

This bill allocates $14,903,700 for the Committee on Agriculture's expenses in the 119th Congress, covering staff salaries and other necessary costs. The funds are divided across two sessions, with spending capped for each. Payments must be made through vouchers approved by the Chairman and the Committee on House Administration, adhering to their regulations. All expenditures must comply with the rules established by the House Administration Committee.

This resolution authorizes the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to organize quarterly blood donation drives during the 119th Congress. The Sergeant at Arms will determine the dates, locations, and partnering organizations for these drives, in consultation with the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. This aims to facilitate regular opportunities for blood donations within the Senate community.

The "Import Security and Fairness Act" amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to restrict duty-free treatment for goods from non-market economies or countries on the priority watch list. It mandates detailed documentation for de minimis imports, including article descriptions, origin, and transaction values, to ensure compliance. The Act establishes penalties for non-compliance and allows denial of exemptions for those suspended from federal business. Additionally, it requires Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to notify parties of detained merchandise eligible for exemptions, with options for abandonment or export at the importer's expense.