Legislation

The AIM HIGH Act directs the Secretary of the Air Force to establish a Technical Training Center of Excellence. This center will foster collaboration among Air Force technical training sites, serve as a premier training location for maintainers, and set standards for innovation. It will also connect with industry and academia to advance aviation technology and training.

The "Critical Water Resources Prioritization Act of 2025" amends the Endangered Species Act to allow exemptions for water management agencies to meet critical human water needs, such as drinking water and emergency services, if certain conditions are met. These conditions include implementing water conservation measures, exploring alternative water sources, and minimizing impacts on affected species. The Secretary of Interior can grant exemptions for up to 180 days, with possible renewals, and must report annually to Congress on all exemptions and their impacts. This act aims to balance essential human water needs with the protection of endangered species.

The "Small Business Disaster Damage Fairness Act of 2025" increases the collateral threshold for Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans from $14,000 to $50,000. The Act also requires a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on the performance and default rates of these loans. Finally, the SBA must now tailor its outreach and marketing for disaster loans to address the specific challenges faced by rural communities in accessing them.

The "Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2025" modifies the treatment of direct primary care (DPC) arrangements for health savings account (HSA) purposes. It excludes DPC arrangements from being considered a health plan under certain conditions, such as DPC arrangements solely covering primary care services from primary care practitioners for a fixed periodic fee, with limits on monthly fees, and it treats DPC fees as medical expenses. This act also mandates the reporting of DPC fees on W-2 forms and adjusts fee limits for inflation.

The "ORPHAN Cures Act" amends the Social Security Act to refine the orphan drug exclusion within the Drug Price Negotiation Program. It excludes time periods when a drug was designated as an orphan drug from counting towards its eligibility for price negotiation. The bill also modifies the criteria for orphan drug designation, allowing it to apply to drugs treating "one or more rare diseases or conditions" instead of "only one rare disease or condition."

The "988 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act" aims to protect the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline from cybersecurity threats by requiring the reporting of vulnerabilities and incidents. It mandates the program's network administrator and local crisis centers to report cybersecurity issues while adhering to privacy laws. Additionally, the Act orders a study on the cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities associated with the 988 Lifeline.

The Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2025 requires the Department of Education to consider the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism when evaluating discrimination complaints under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, concerning race, color, and national origin. This aims to address rising antisemitism in educational settings. The Act clarifies that it does not expand the Department of Education's authority, change existing discrimination standards, reduce existing rights, or infringe upon First Amendment rights.

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit institutions of higher education from requiring individuals to endorse certain ideologies or share personal information related to race, ethnicity, or related concepts. It prevents institutions from compelling statements about diversity, equity, and inclusion, or giving preferential treatment based on unsolicited statements supporting such ideologies. The bill does not restrict academic research or prevent individuals from voluntarily providing information.

This bill formally acknowledges the sacrifices and courage of Vietnam War veterans, recognizing their service and the challenges they faced, including exposure to Agent Orange and the loss of over 58,000 American lives. It urges the President to address the mistreatment of these veterans and issues a formal apology on behalf of the American people for the lack of support they received both during and after the war. The bill also supports enhanced education in schools to accurately reflect the experiences of Vietnam War veterans.

This resolution designates January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness about the prevalence and impact of stalking. It encourages support for victims, improved criminal justice responses, and increased education about stalking, particularly among young adults and college students. The resolution also urges organizations, businesses, and the media to promote awareness of stalking during the designated month.

This bill recognizes the 96th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birth and reaffirms his teachings on diversity, tolerance, and civil rights. It condemns hate, discrimination, and prejudice against minority groups and individuals based on gender or sexual orientation. The bill honors Dr. King's legacy and calls for upholding his values of justice, equality, and peace.

The "Drain the Intelligence Community Swamp Act of 2025" revokes the security clearances of the 51 individuals who signed the "Public Statement on the Hunter Biden Emails" on October 19, 2020. It also prohibits the reissuance or renewal of security clearances for these individuals. Additionally, the Act mandates investigations by the Secretary of Defense and the Attorney General into these individuals' roles in the Hunter Biden laptop situation and their involvement with the Biden Presidential campaign.

This bill recognizes the global importance of Hinduism and the positive impact of Hindu Americans on the United States. It acknowledges the rise in discrimination and hate crimes against Hindu Americans and their places of worship. The bill celebrates Hindu contributions to American society, welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans, and condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry.

This bill elects specific members to serve on various standing committees within the House of Representatives, including Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Energy and Commerce, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Oversight and Government Reform, Rules, Small Business, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Veterans Affairs. These appointments determine the composition of these key committees, influencing their legislative focus and decision-making processes.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to fix the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. For this amendment to be valid, three-fourths of the state legislatures must ratify it within seven years of its submission.

The "Defund National Endowment for the Humanities Act of 2025" eliminates all funding for the National Endowment for the Humanities, specifically prohibiting the use of funds to carry out section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965. This act will take effect at the beginning of the fiscal year following its enactment.

This resolution affirms the President's existing legal authority to secure the U.S. southwest border under the Immigration and Nationality Act. It urges the President and Homeland Security Secretary to reinstate and implement policies that deter illegal immigration, protect national security, and ensure lawful entry. These policies include immediate removal of illegal aliens, reinstatement of the Remain in Mexico policy, ending catch-and-release, and ending taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal aliens. The resolution highlights concerns about the number of illegal entries, apprehensions of suspected terrorists, and encounters with illegal aliens with criminal records.

This concurrent resolution recognizes the significant historical and ongoing contributions of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to communities across the United States. It acknowledges their extensive volunteer network and substantial charitable giving, which helps to meet various needs and support financial security. The resolution affirms that their tax-exempt status continues to benefit the country and that their work should be encouraged.

The "No Pro-Abortion Task Force Act" prohibits federal funds from being used for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Reproductive Healthcare Access Task Force or any similar replacement. This bill effectively defunds the task force created in January 2022.

The "Finding Federal Savings Committee Resolution" establishes a new House committee focused on identifying and recommending the modification or elimination of underperforming or nonessential federal programs. This committee will be composed of members from key House committees and will operate under expedited legislative procedures to ensure efficient consideration of its recommendations. The goal is to streamline government spending by targeting inefficient programs, with the committee set to dissolve at the end of the 120th Congress.