Legislation

The "Stop Imposing Woke Ideology Abroad Act" prohibits the use of federal funds for the salary or expenses of the Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice within the State Department. It also blocks the use of federal funds to implement the State Department's Equity Action Plan.

This bill designates specific members to serve on various standing committees within the House of Representatives, including Appropriations, Education and Workforce, Homeland Security, Rules, Small Business, and Transportation and Infrastructure. The assignments include both returning members and newly appointed representatives, ensuring a distribution of expertise across these key committees.

Recognizes and supports Catholic schools in the United States for their academic excellence, diverse communities, and values-based education. Designates January 26, 2025, to February 1, 2025, as National Catholic Schools Week, celebrating the commitment of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers to academic excellence and community service.

This resolution formally notifies the President of the United States of the Senate's election of Charles E. Grassley as President pro tempore.

This bill supports the designation of January 30, 2025, as CTE and RHI Awareness Day to increase public knowledge of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and repeated head impacts (RHI). It acknowledges the risks and impact of these conditions, particularly for athletes, veterans, and others susceptible to head trauma. The bill encourages further research, early diagnosis, and informed decision-making, while also recognizing the contributions of researchers, affected families, and organizations dedicated to CTE awareness. It also urges the CDC and NIH to include CTE and RHI information in concussion education.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' view that Congress should act to maintain the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent entity within the Federal Government. It emphasizes the USPS's role as a self-sustaining service vital to the economy and national connectivity. The resolution discourages privatization, citing concerns about increased costs, reduced services, and damage to critical infrastructure.

The Legislative Proxy and Absence Accommodation Resolution allows members of the House and Senate to designate a proxy voter or participate remotely in committee proceedings under specific circumstances, such as family and medical leave, illness, jury duty, death of a family member, uniformed service, or inability to travel safely. It requires the Clerk of the House and the Secretary of the Senate to maintain public records of proxy designations and remote participation, including the reasons cited. Proxy votes and remote participation count towards establishing a quorum.

This bill allocates $31,714,000 from the House of Representatives' accounts to cover the expenses of the Committee on the Judiciary for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, including staff salaries. The funds are divided into two equal amounts available for the first and second sessions of Congress. Payments must be made via vouchers authorized by the Committee and following the guidelines set by the House Administration Committee. All funds provided by this resolution must be spent following the rules set by the House Administration Committee.

This resolution formally elects Republican members to serve on the House Budget Committee and the House Administration Committee. It confirms the specific representatives who will fill these roles, including the Chair of the House Administration Committee.

This bill supports the designation of January 31, 2025, as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day" to increase awareness of the EITC and other refundable tax credits. It recognizes the EITC's positive impact on poverty reduction and local economies. The bill encourages outreach to ensure that eligible workers claim these valuable tax benefits.

This resolution adopts the House rules from the 118th Congress for the 119th Congress, with modifications to operational procedures, committee names, and language. It establishes separate orders related to budget matters, Congressional Member Organization transparency, and remote witness appearances. The resolution also continues operations for select committees and commissions, and sets up a process to consider several specific bills related to athletics, immigration, tax rules, and more.

The "Freedom to Petition the Government Act" ensures that nonprofit organizations holding meetings with federal officials in federally owned or leased locations within Washington D.C. are not defined as "doing business" in the district. This clarification supports the ability of nonprofits to engage with the government without facing unintended regulatory burdens.

This resolution formally designates the Republican party members for specific committees in the Senate for the 119th Congress, including Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry; Energy and Natural Resources; Aging; and Small Business and Entrepreneurship. It names the chairs and members of each committee, establishing the Republican representation and leadership within these key Senate bodies. The appointments will stand until successors are chosen.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the federal government to balance its budget annually, limiting spending to the total revenue collected. It prohibits increasing the national debt and necessitates a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate to pass any bill that increases revenue.

The Trailer Safety Improvement Act aims to improve trailer safety by creating trailer safety programs. These programs will focus on preventing unsafe trailer use and educating the public on safety equipment and maintenance. The goal is to reduce accidents related to improperly loaded or maintained trailers.

The "Rural Broadband Window of Opportunity Act" aims to level the playing field for broadband service providers in the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. It directs the Federal Communications Commission to prioritize processing applications from areas with short construction seasons. This ensures that these providers have a fair chance to deploy broadband in underserved rural areas.

This bill designates January 13th of each year as Korean American Day. It recognizes the important influence, contributions, and sacrifices of Korean Americans in the United States, and celebrates the 122nd anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the U.S. The bill encourages all Americans to acknowledge and celebrate the integral role of Korean Americans in strengthening the ties between the United States and the Republic of Korea.

The "Freedom for Farmers Act of 2025" abolishes the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) one year after enactment, transferring its responsibilities to other agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services. It also makes conforming amendments to various existing laws, removing references to the ATSDR and reassigning related duties to other entities like the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This act aims to streamline operations and consolidate responsibilities related to toxic substances and public health.

This proposed constitutional amendment requires a supermajority vote (three-fourths) in both the House and Senate to pass any law that increases the national debt. Any such law must also specify the exact reason for increasing the debt. The amendment would take effect ten years after ratification.

This bill recognizes and celebrates Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., on its 105th anniversary, honoring its legacy of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood since its founding in 1920. The bill highlights the sorority's growth, global impact, and the notable achievements of its members. It affirms the sorority's commitment to community service and action-oriented initiatives.