Legislation

The "Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act" restricts U.S. funds from being used in Gaza if they would benefit members of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any foreign terrorist organization. It also restricts funds from being used through any United Nations entity that promotes anti-Israel or anti-Semitic ideas. These restrictions will be in place unless the President certifies to Congress that these conditions are not met.

This bill disapproves and nullifies the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's guidance concerning the listing of voluntary carbon credit derivative contracts.

The "Delinking Revenue from Unfair Gouging Act" (DRUG Act) aims to reform pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices by prohibiting them from receiving compensation based on drug prices, discounts, or rebates, with exceptions only for "bona fide service fees". These fees must be flat, pre-agreed upon, and reflect the fair market value of actual services rendered. Violators will face penalties, and the Department of Labor, Department of Treasury, and the Secretary will enforce the rules.

The "Strengthen Wood Product Supply Chains Act of 2025" amends the Lacey Act to revise the process for handling merchandise detained for inspection. It requires the Secretary to issue a detention notice to the importer within 5 days of detaining merchandise, allow importers to move detained merchandise to a non-government controlled location, and release or seize the merchandise within 30 days of the initial detention. The bill also allows importers to request administrative review of a seizure and file a claim in a U.S. District Court if necessary.

The "Protecting Kids from Fentanyl Act of 2025" allows states to use federal grants to purchase naloxone for schools and train staff on its administration. It also supports providing fentanyl awareness education to students. This aims to equip schools with resources to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses among students.

The Unity Through Service Act of 2025 aims to enhance civic responsibility and expand opportunities for military, national, and public service through improved coordination and recruitment strategies. It establishes an Interagency Council on Service to advise the President, conduct joint market research, and integrate military and national service initiatives. The act also focuses on facilitating the transition of service members and national service participants into further service opportunities and requires regular reports to Congress on the effectiveness of these efforts. No additional funds will be appropriated to implement the act.

The "Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025" aims to accelerate lung cancer research in women and underserved populations by directing the Department of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs, to conduct an interagency review. This review will identify opportunities to improve access to preventive services, and promote strategic public awareness and education campaigns. A report summarizing the review's findings and recommendations will be submitted to Congress within two years.

The "Restraining Judicial Insurrectionist Act of 2025" modifies procedures for civil actions against the executive branch. It mandates a three-judge panel for cases seeking to restrain executive actions or presidential executive orders. This panel would be randomly selected by the Chief Justice, and requires a majority vote to grant any injunctive relief.

The "Transparency in CFPB Cost-Benefit Analysis Act" requires the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to include more detailed information and analysis in its proposed rulemaking notices. This includes explaining the need for the regulation, assessing its costs and benefits (especially for small businesses), examining alternative approaches, and justifying the regulation's impact. The bill aims to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the CFPB's regulatory process.

The "Recovery of Stolen Checks Act" enables taxpayers to receive replacement tax refunds electronically via direct deposit if their original refund checks are lost or stolen. The Secretary is required to establish procedures and regulations for this process within 6 months of the Act's enactment. This aims to provide a more secure and efficient method for taxpayers to receive their replacement refunds.

The "Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025" amends the Veterans Community Care Program to include nurse registries, which connect veterans with qualified healthcare professionals like registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and home health aides. This expansion aims to broaden veterans' access to home healthcare services by recognizing nurse registries that meet state licensing requirements as approved care providers under the program.

The "Rhode Island Fishermen's Fairness Act of 2025" amends the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council to include Rhode Island as a member state. This update increases both the total and mandatory voting membership of the council, ensuring Rhode Island's representation in fisheries management decisions.

The "Coordinated Support for Rural Small Businesses Act" establishes an Office of Rural Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA), led by an Assistant Administrator, to focus on supporting rural small businesses. This office will coordinate with the Department of Agriculture, host outreach events, advise on policies, and improve awareness of available programs. The SBA Administrator must submit an annual report to Congress detailing the Office's activities and its impact on rural businesses.

The "Ensuring Sound Guidance Act of 2025" amends the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, requiring brokers and advisors to prioritize financial factors in investment decisions unless clients provide written consent otherwise, and mandates disclosures of expected and actual financial effects of investments. Additionally, the SEC is required to conduct studies on climate change disclosures in the municipal bond market and on regulations preventing the use of funds to influence officials in exchange for municipal securities business, and provide recommendations to Congress based on the findings.

The "Improve Transparency and Stability for Families and Children Act" amends Section 404(e) of the Social Security Act, setting new deadlines for states to obligate and spend funds received under section 403(a)(1). It requires states to obligate funds by the end of the next fiscal year and spend them by the end of the second succeeding fiscal year, starting October 1, 2026. The Act also allows states to reserve up to 15% of funds for future use, with a total reserve limit of 50% of the previous year's funds, requiring notification to the Secretary of intent to reserve funds.

The Uzbekistan Normalized Trade Act allows the President to grant normal trade relations to Uzbekistan, removing it from certain trade restrictions. This change occurs once Uzbekistan joins the World Trade Organization and the President certifies this to Congress. This aims to facilitate increased trade between the United States and Uzbekistan.

The "FRIDGE Act of 2025" aims to bolster the export of U.S. agricultural products by improving infrastructure in developing foreign markets. It directs the Secretary to collaborate with trade organizations to provide assessments, training, and technical assistance, specifically targeting cold chain capacity and port improvements to prevent damage to U.S. agricultural commodities. The act authorizes $1,000,000 annually from 2026 to 2030 for these activities, with unused funds being reallocated to the existing program. This initiative seeks to reduce food loss, promote trade, and enhance nutrition by strengthening global supply chains.

The "Children's Health Protection Act of 2025" codifies and enhances the EPA's Office of Children's Health Protection and the Children's Health Protection Advisory Committee. It ensures the EPA prioritizes the identification, assessment, and reduction of environmental health and safety risks to children, including issues of environmental justice. The Act directs the EPA to coordinate federal efforts, conduct research, and promote community programs aimed at protecting children's health from environmental hazards. It also authorizes specific appropriations for these activities through 2030.

The Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for Doris Miller, honoring his valor in the Navy during World War II. The Act requires the Secretary of the Treasury to design and create the gold medal, which will then be displayed by the Smithsonian Institution and made available for research. The Act also permits the sale of bronze duplicates of the medal to cover production costs, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.

This bill establishes the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization to improve the data collection and reporting processes of the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The commission will identify ways to modernize NASS, improve data quality, accelerate the use of new technologies, and increase transparency. The commission will submit a report to the President and the Agriculture Committees of the House and Senate with recommendations for administrative, regulatory, and legislative changes. The bill authorizes $1,000,000 to carry out the provisions of the bill.