Legislation

The A PLUS Act (Academic Partnerships Lead Us to Success Act) empowers states to consolidate federal education funding into a single stream, granting them greater flexibility to implement state-led education reforms. By reducing administrative burdens, the bill allows states to focus resources on improving academic achievement while maintaining public accountability through mandatory reporting to parents and taxpayers.

The Life at Conception Act declares that the constitutional right to life begins at the moment of fertilization, defining all human beings as persons from that point forward. The bill establishes legal personhood for every member of the species *homo sapiens* at all stages of development. Additionally, it explicitly prohibits the prosecution of any woman for the death of her unborn child.

The Next of Kin Collections Protection Act of 2025 ensures that the estates of deceased veterans and survivors receive their full VA pension payment for the month in which they pass away. By updating federal law to allow benefits to continue through the end of the month of death, this legislation prevents the retroactive clawback of funds and provides families with essential financial stability during a difficult time.

This resolution celebrates Black History Month by honoring the profound contributions and resilience of African Americans throughout United States history. It acknowledges both the struggles of the past and the significant achievements of individuals who have shaped the nation’s progress. By recognizing this history, the resolution encourages all Americans to reflect on our shared past and continue working toward a future of unity and justice.

The SAFE Act amends the Controlled Substances Act to permanently classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs, providing a clear legal framework for their regulation. The bill updates penalty thresholds for the manufacturing, importation, and trafficking of these substances while establishing a scientific process for their potential rescheduling or removal. Additionally, it streamlines registration requirements for researchers to facilitate legitimate medical and scientific study of these compounds.

The Improving Veterans’ Experience Act of 2025 establishes a dedicated Veterans Experience Office within the Department of Veterans Affairs to centralize and improve customer service initiatives. Led by a Chief Veterans Experience Officer, this office will collect veteran feedback, analyze service usage, and provide strategic guidance to ensure benefits are more accessible and effective. The bill also mandates annual reporting to Congress and requires a comprehensive review by the Comptroller General to ensure accountability and data-driven improvements.

The Global Health, Empowerment and Rights (Global HER) Act ensures that foreign nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) remain eligible for U.S. foreign assistance regardless of the legal health services or advocacy they provide using their own non-U.S. funds. By overriding restrictive policies, the bill protects the autonomy of these organizations to deliver comprehensive care and engage in advocacy, provided their activities comply with local laws and would be legal if performed in the United States.

This resolution designates February 24–28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week" to celebrate the essential role public education plays in our society. It calls on lawmakers to prioritize funding and support for educators, students, and school services to ensure every child has access to a high-quality, inclusive learning environment.

The Keeping Drugs Out of Schools Act of 2025 establishes a grant program to fund school-community partnerships dedicated to implementing effective drug prevention strategies. By providing up to $75,000 annually to eligible coalitions, the initiative aims to reduce youth substance use, including vaping, in elementary, middle, and high schools.

The Educational Choice for Children Act of 2025 establishes a federal tax credit for individuals and corporations that donate to scholarship-granting organizations. These organizations provide scholarships to help eligible students cover a wide range of K-12 educational expenses, including private school tuition, tutoring, and educational therapies. The bill includes a $10 billion annual volume cap on these credits and contains robust protections to ensure the autonomy of participating schools and the rights of parents to direct their children's education.

This resolution formally condemns the United States delegation’s February 24, 2025, vote against a United Nations resolution supporting peace in Ukraine. It criticizes the delegation for failing to identify Russia as the aggressor and calls for a return to bipartisan policy that reaffirms support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act extends and strengthens critical support programs designed to address mental health and substance use disorders among health care professionals. This legislation reauthorizes vital education initiatives and grant programs through 2029, while expanding eligibility to organizations focused on reducing administrative burdens on the workforce.

The Restoring Access to Mountain Homes Act authorizes FEMA to reimburse state, tribal, and local governments for the repair and restoration of private roads and bridges damaged by Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina. This legislation ensures that essential access routes to primary residences and community services can be rebuilt, even if they were previously ineligible for federal assistance. By streamlining the funding process, the bill aims to expedite recovery efforts for communities isolated by the storm.

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Nebraska business leader and philanthropist Howard L. Hawks. It recognizes his significant contributions to the state’s energy sector, his extensive service to higher education, and his dedicated support for community health and social initiatives.

This resolution designates February 23–March 1, 2025, as "National Fentanyl Awareness Week" to highlight the devastating impact of the fentanyl crisis on American families and communities. It acknowledges the critical work of law enforcement and recovery organizations while urging the public to prioritize safety and seek help for substance use disorders.

The Freedom from Government Surveys Act makes participation in the American Community Survey (ACS) entirely voluntary. It eliminates legal penalties for refusing to answer survey questions and requires the Census Bureau to explicitly inform recipients that participation is not mandatory.

The Stop Sports Blackouts Act mandates that cable and satellite providers issue automatic rebates to subscribers whenever they lose access to promised programming due to contract disputes. This legislation directs the FCC to establish regulations ensuring customers are fairly compensated for the duration of any service blackout caused by retransmission or carriage negotiations.

The Charitable Act renews and expands tax incentives for charitable giving by allowing individuals who do not itemize deductions to claim a deduction for charitable contributions during the 2026 and 2027 tax years. Under this provision, non-itemizers can deduct contributions up to one-third of their standard deduction amount. Additionally, the bill removes specific accuracy-related penalties associated with these deductions.

This resolution affirms the Senate's commitment to ensuring the National Institutes of Health (NIH) remains fully funded and operational without interruption. It recognizes the NIH workforce as essential to medical progress and emphasizes that protecting these operations is vital to national health, economic stability, and security.

The Tim Hart Wildland Firefighter Classification and Pay Parity Act (“Tim’s Act”) establishes a comprehensive framework to improve the compensation, benefits, and support systems for federal wildland firefighters. The bill introduces permanent special base pay rates, new incident response premium pay, and enhanced retirement and health provisions, including mental health support and occupational disease tracking. Additionally, it mandates pay parity for federal structural firefighters and creates a dedicated casualty assistance program for those injured or killed in the line of duty.