Legislation

The Protecting Taxpayer Resources Act ensures that IRS personnel are not assigned Department of Homeland Security functions unless they are properly trained and the assignment would not negatively impact the IRS's ability to serve taxpayers or enforce tax laws. The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration must make a determination before any such assignment, and this determination must be published in the Federal Register. This act amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to include these protections.

The "ABC Act" aims to simplify and streamline the processes, procedures, forms, and communications within Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs for family caregivers. It mandates a comprehensive review of these programs to reduce administrative burdens, improve communication, enhance website accessibility, and ensure employee understanding of caregiver support. The Act requires regular reports to Congress and encourages states to adopt similar simplification measures.

The CARE Act of 2025 mandates a Medicare program model that allows payment for ground ambulance services that respond to emergencies, even if transport to a hospital is not required. This model will run for five years and aims to improve access to emergency medical services by enabling on-scene treatment and telehealth options. The act requires a report analyzing the model's impact on patient outcomes, resource use, and regional variations in emergency service availability.

The Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act establishes a dedicated fund within the U.S. Treasury for the Southwestern Power Administration, consolidating its income, collections, and appropriations. This fund will support the administration's operations, maintenance, infrastructure development, and administrative costs related to power transmission and marketing. The Act allows the Secretary of Energy to incur obligations for approved projects before funding is available and requires annual transfers of excess funds to the Treasury. It also repeals conflicting provisions from previous appropriations acts to streamline financial management.

The Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2025 requires the State Department to report on links between Haitian political and economic elites and criminal gangs, and it mandates sanctions on foreign individuals identified as being involved in this collusion. The President can block transactions, deny visas, and revoke existing visas of those sanctioned, with exceptions for humanitarian aid and national interest waivers. This act aims to address how collusion between elites and gangs threatens the Haitian people and U.S. interests, but will terminate 5 years after enactment.

The TELL Act requires websites and mobile apps that store user data in China to disclose this fact to users, including whether the Chinese Communist Party or a Chinese state-owned entity can access the data. Knowingly providing false information in these disclosures is illegal. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is empowered to enforce this Act, with violations treated as unfair or deceptive practices.

The Community Wood Facilities Assistance Act of 2025 amends existing grant programs to support and expand wood products manufacturing and biomass energy facilities. It increases funding, expands project eligibility, and raises grant limits for both the Community Wood Facilities Grant Program and the Wood Innovations Grant Program. The act aims to bolster the wood products industry and promote the use of biomass energy by supporting the construction and enhancement of related facilities.

The "Hunger-Free Future Act of 2025" aims to prevent increases in food insecurity when the thrifty food plan is re-evaluated or updated within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It ensures that adjustments to the diet's cost continue as outlined in existing guidelines.

The "Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025" aims to streamline healthcare access for Medicare patients by setting clear standards for medical necessity determinations and preauthorization processes used by Medicare contractors, Medicare Advantage plans, and prescription drug plans. It mandates the use of evidence-based clinical criteria, requires physician input in developing these criteria, and ensures transparency through public posting of preauthorization requirements and statistics. The bill also requires that licensed and board-certified physicians make all preauthorization and denial decisions. Ultimately, this bill seeks to reduce unnecessary delays in care and ensure that medical decisions are based on sound medical judgment and nationally recognized standards.

The "Deerfield River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025" directs the Secretary of the Interior to study the Deerfield River and its major tributaries in Massachusetts and Vermont for potential designation under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The study will assess the river's eligibility for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. A report on the study's findings must be submitted to Congress within three years of funding availability.

The Association Health Plans Act modifies the definition of "employer" under ERISA to include groups or associations of employers that meet specific criteria, such as having at least 51 employees and being formed for purposes other than providing medical care. It allows these plans to establish base premium rates using a modified community rating methodology and adjust contribution rates based on employer risk profile, while prohibiting discrimination based on health status. The Act clarifies that providing coverage through these associations does not create an employer relationship and that these group health plans must still adhere to existing regulations under ERISA and the Public Health Service Act.

This bill allows members of Congress to receive a per diem allowance to cover lodging, meals, and incidental expenses when traveling to and from the Washington Metropolitan Area to vote. This allowance is not available to members whose residence is in the Washington Metropolitan Area or whose expenses are already covered. To receive the lodging allowance, members must vote in person on each vote held that day, and the allowance amount will be based on GSA rates.

The "Orderly Liquidation of the Department of Education Act" terminates the Department of Education by October 1, 2026, and transfers its functions to other federal entities like the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Justice. It establishes an Office of Education within the Department of Health and Human Services to manage several educational programs. The Act also phases out certain federal education funding and loan programs, while allowing recipients of transferred federal funds the option to decline them.

This bill codifies Executive Order 14248, ensuring its provisions for preserving and protecting the integrity of American elections are legally binding.

The "Healthy Lunch for Healthy Kids Act" amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act, prohibiting ultraprocessed foods and foods containing specific additives: potassium bromate, propylparaben, titanium dioxide, brominated vegetable oil, Yellow Dye 5, Yellow Dye 6, Blue Dye 1, Blue Dye 2, Green Dye 3, Red Dye 3, or Red Dye 40.

The "No Sanctions Relief for Terrorists Act" prohibits the issuance of licenses or waivers for transactions involving individuals or entities sanctioned for terrorism as of January 20, 2021. Before any such license or waiver can be granted, the President must certify to Congress that these individuals or entities have ceased their involvement in terrorism. This prohibition does not affect general licenses in effect on January 20, 2021.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow tax-free distributions from health savings accounts (HSAs) to cover the funeral expenses of the account beneficiary. The definition of "funeral expenses" includes costs related to burial, cremation, and funeral services. The amount that can be distributed for funeral expenses is capped at $5,000 per account beneficiary, and expenses must be paid within 90 days of the account holder's death.

The FEMA Temporary Housing Assistance Improvement Act amends the Stafford Act to ensure disaster survivors are not denied temporary housing assistance from FEMA due to insurance payments. This clarification prevents insurance payments from being considered a duplication of benefits, thereby expanding access to temporary housing for those in need after a disaster.

The "Repealing Outdated and Unilateral Tariff Authorities Act" repeals Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, eliminating the President's authority to unilaterally impose tariffs based on unfair trade practices. This change aims to restore Congressional oversight on trade policy.

The "Convenient Contraception Act" ensures that, starting January 1, 2026, health plans and insurance coverage must allow individuals to obtain a 365-day supply of contraceptives without cost-sharing. It also requires the Secretaries of Health and Human Services, Labor, and the Treasury to inform healthcare providers and individuals about this new benefit.