Legislation

This resolution supports the designation of May 2025 as "National Myositis Awareness Month." The bill aims to raise public awareness about myositis, a group of rare, chronic autoimmune muscle diseases that cause significant pain and disability. By recognizing this month, Congress encourages education on the challenges faced by patients and supports increased research efforts for these complex conditions.

This joint resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a proposed foreign military sale to Israel. Specifically, it blocks the transfer of 35,529 general-purpose bomb bodies and 4,000 I2000 Penetrator warheads. The bill uses congressional authority to prohibit this specific arms transfer that was previously submitted for review.

This resolution formally recognizes and honors the enduring legacy and vital contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to the nation. It reaffirms the Federal Government's commitment to supporting these essential institutions that drive economic growth and produce a disproportionate number of professionals in critical fields. The measure serves as a strong statement celebrating HBCUs as centers of excellence and opportunity.

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress in support of designating a specific week in April 2025 as "National Water Week." The bill emphasizes the critical need for clean, safe drinking water and sanitation access across all U.S. communities, including rural and Tribal lands. It highlights the importance of federal investment in water infrastructure, research, and addressing challenges like aging systems and supply chain issues. Ultimately, this is a symbolic measure to raise awareness about vital water issues without enacting new laws or funding.

This resolution expresses strong support for diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico fulfills its annual water delivery obligations to the United States under the 1944 treaty concerning the Colorado, Tijuana, and Rio Grande Rivers. It highlights the negative impact of Mexico's current practice of delaying deliveries until the end of five-year cycles, which causes shortages for South Texas farmers. The bill encourages the Administration to secure timely deliveries and pursue new agreements for a guaranteed minimum annual water transfer.

This joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of an enhancement or upgrade to a previously planned foreign military sale of defense articles and services to the Government of Israel. Specifically, it blocks the proposed increase in the total value of the sale, which was necessitated by recent cost escalations for the equipment. The resolution effectively halts the more expensive, revised version of the defense transfer.

This resolution officially recognizes the serious racial disparities in colorectal cancer impact, particularly within Hispanic communities where screening rates are significantly lower. It urges federal agencies like the CDC and NIH to expand efforts to eliminate these disparities through increased awareness, education, and improved access to screening. The bill emphasizes the importance of early screening, which is highly effective in preventing and treating colorectal cancer.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed foreign military sale of defense articles and services to Israel. The blocked sale includes various 1,000-pound bomb bodies and associated Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) guidance kits. This action uses congressional authority to stop the transfer outlined in Transmittal No. 2526.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the International Transgender Day of Visibility. Congress acknowledges the achievements of transgender individuals while highlighting the ongoing discrimination and violence they face. The resolution encourages appropriate ceremonies and activities to observe the day and celebrate the community's leadership and fight for equality.

This bill seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed foreign military sale of defense articles and services to Israel. Specifically, it blocks the transfer of D9R and D9T Caterpillar bulldozers along with associated support equipment and services. Congress is exercising its authority to veto this particular sale as outlined in the Arms Export Control Act.

This resolution officially recognizes and supports the goals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day, honoring the vital contributions of social workers nationwide. It highlights their essential role in promoting health, social justice, and community well-being across various critical sectors. While not creating new law, the document emphasizes the immense value and growing need for these professionals in addressing national challenges. Ultimately, Congress is expressing gratitude and encouraging public awareness of the social work profession.

The Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act of 2025 temporarily modifies the physician self-referral prohibition (Stark Law) to allow physician practices to dispense certain Medicare Part D prescription drugs directly to their patients between 2026 and 2030. This exception is subject to specific conditions regarding prescribing, patient history, and dispensing location. The bill also mandates a GAO study to examine trends in physician office drug dispensing and makes a minor adjustment to the allocation for the Medicare Improvement Fund.

The Fair Access to Agriculture Disaster Programs Act creates an exception to income limits for certain federal agriculture disaster payments. This exception applies to individuals or businesses where at least 75% of their average adjusted gross income is derived from farming, ranching, or forestry. Consequently, these deeply involved agricultural producers will not be subject to standard payment caps on specific disaster assistance programs.

The Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act establishes a new federal tax credit to incentivize investments in improving existing hydroelectric facilities. This credit covers 30% of the cost for property that enhances fish passage, water quality, dam safety, or facilitates the removal of obsolete river obstructions. Furthermore, the bill allows taxpayers to elect direct payment or transferability for this new credit.

The End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act of 2025 prohibits the use of any federal funds for gender transition procedures, including those provided through federal health plans or facilities. This ban also extends to the Affordable Care Act, preventing individuals from using federal premium tax credits or cost-sharing reductions to cover plans that include such procedures. The legislation broadly defines gender transition procedures while excluding care for certain disorders of sex development and life-threatening emergencies.

The Marianas Air Service Improvement Act amends existing federal aviation law to specifically exempt locations in the Northern Mariana Islands from certain air service requirements. This change aligns the Northern Mariana Islands with Alaska and Hawaii, which already benefit from this exemption. Essentially, the bill adjusts federal regulations concerning air service for the territory.

This bill extends combat zone tax benefits to members of the Armed Forces serving in Kenya, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Chad. It treats these locations as "qualified hazardous duty areas" for tax purposes, applying the same favorable rules used for official combat zones. This change impacts filing deadlines, income exclusions, and tax liability for service members in these specific regions.

The Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025 restricts the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from issuing tailpipe emission regulations that mandate specific vehicle technologies or limit the availability of new motor vehicles based on engine type. This ensures manufacturers maintain flexibility in meeting performance standards set by the EPA. The Act requires the EPA to update existing rules within two years to comply with these new limitations.

The Fair and Open Competition Act of 2025 ensures fair competition on federally funded construction projects by prohibiting the government from requiring or penalizing bidders based on union agreements. This legislation aims to keep federal agencies neutral in labor relations while promoting cost savings and opening opportunities for all businesses. Exceptions to this neutrality rule are strictly limited to specific public health, safety, or national security emergencies.

The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act establishes a national campaign to significantly boost the general public's understanding of cybersecurity best practices. This effort will focus on educating Americans on how to spot scams, use strong security tools like multi-factor authentication, and safely manage connected devices and apps. The goal is to strengthen national security and the economy by making everyday citizens more resilient against cyber threats.