Legislation

The "Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025" aims to combat child trafficking by directing the Office for Victims of Crime, in collaboration with the Office on Trafficking in Persons, to continue implementing anti-trafficking recommendations. This includes developing strategies for prevention and survivor support, as well as setting measurable goals for related programs. The Director of the Office for Victims of Crime must report to the Senate and House Judiciary Committees on the progress made within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

The "Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2025" amends the Clean Air Act to limit states' ability to set emission standards that restrict the sale or use of new gas-powered vehicles. It clarifies that state standards limiting gas-powered vehicles are subject to federal regulation and requires the EPA to revoke any conflicting waivers granted after January 1, 2022. This bill aims to preserve consumer choice in vehicle purchases by preventing states from effectively banning gas-powered cars.

The "Historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street National Monument Establishment Act" establishes the Historic Greenwood District-Black Wall Street National Monument in Oklahoma as part of the National Park System to preserve and interpret the history of the Greenwood District and the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. It authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land for the monument and enter into cooperative agreements for its management. Additionally, it creates an advisory commission to assist the Secretary in developing and managing the National Monument. The commission will consist of descendants of individuals who lived or worked in Tulsa's Greenwood District in 1921, members with experience in historic preservation, and a member recommended by the Mayor of Tulsa.

This resolution expresses Congressional support for International Transgender Day of Visibility, recognizing the achievements and contributions of the transgender community while raising awareness of the discrimination and violence they face. It acknowledges the disproportionate oppression faced by transgender individuals in various areas, celebrates their progress in political representation and media, and urges Americans to observe the day with events that honor transgender individuals and their advocacy for equality.

This joint resolution terminates the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14193, which imposed duties on goods imported from Canada. The resolution ends the emergency declaration made under the authority of the National Emergencies Act.

This bill establishes an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Ambassador will represent the U.S. in Arctic matters, coordinate Arctic-related foreign policy, and focus on national security, international cooperation, responsible resource management, environmental protection, indigenous involvement, and scientific research in the Arctic region. The Arctic region includes areas north of 66.56083 degrees latitude, U.S. territory north and west of specific Alaskan rivers, contiguous seas, and the Aleutian Chain. The Arctic countries are defined as the permanent members of the Arctic Council.

The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act aims to promote tribal empowerment and economic development through land transfers, while also focusing on conservation and development in Clark County, Nevada. It designates new wilderness areas, facilitates land conveyances to local governments for public purposes, and implements a watershed plan for the Lower Virgin River. Additionally, the act modifies land use rules in Henderson and establishes off-highway vehicle recreation areas, addressing erosion and flood control, and preserving the state's authority over fish and wildlife management. This act balances conservation, economic development, and local governance in Southern Nevada.

The Customs Facilitation Act of 2025 aims to streamline cargo processing at U.S. borders by improving coordination among federal agencies and modernizing technology for trade. It establishes a Border Interagency Executive Council, creates a single window system for import and export cargo processing, and modernizes the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). The act also simplifies drawback procedures, streamlines export processes, and addresses clerical errors in export data submissions. Additionally, it enhances data collection practices, updates informational resources, sets response deadlines for trade-related requests, and improves the accessibility of contact information for CBP personnel.

The "Saving NIST's Workforce Act" prevents the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) from conducting layoffs or involuntary separations of employees. This moratorium is in effect until full-year funding is secured for fiscal year 2026. Exceptions are made only in cases of employee misconduct, delinquency, or inefficiency.

The NCAA Accountability Act of 2025 establishes due process requirements for athletic associations when investigating member institutions or student-athletes for potential bylaw violations, ensuring fair and consistent enforcement proceedings. It protects college athletes by preventing punishment for institutions complying with athletes' rights under this law. The Act empowers the Attorney General to investigate violations and enforce penalties, including civil penalties and removal of governing body members. Key terms like "covered athletic association" and "member institution" are defined, and compliance is required within one year of enactment.

The "Prohibiting Automatic Rights to Enter National Territory Act of 2025" or the "PARENT Act of 2025" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify birthright citizenship. It specifies that individuals born in the U.S. are only considered citizens if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident at the time of their birth. This change applies to those born after the Act's enactment.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to disallow production and investment tax credits for offshore wind facilities placed in service in the inland navigable waters or coastal waters of the United States. It defines these facilities as "disqualified offshore wind facilities," making them ineligible for certain tax benefits. These changes will be effective for energy produced and property placed in service after December 31, 2025.

The Soo Locks Security and Economic Reporting Act of 2025 requires the Secretary of Transportation, in collaboration with the Coast Guard Commandant and Secretary of Defense, to prepare a report on the security vulnerabilities of the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and the potential economic and supply chain impacts of a failure. The report will also detail current security measures, identify potential threats, and provide recommendations for security improvements and mitigation of supply chain disruptions, including cost estimates. This report will be submitted to specific committees in the House and Senate.

The Cybersecurity for Rural Water Systems Act aims to bolster the cybersecurity defenses of small rural water systems by integrating cybersecurity technical assistance into the national rural water and wastewater circuit rider program. It enables the program to evaluate the cybersecurity readiness of water systems serving fewer than 10,000 people and assist in deploying cybersecurity measures. The act allocates $7,500,000 annually from 2026 to 2030 specifically for cybersecurity enhancements, as part of a broader $32,500,000 extension of the program.

This resolution recognizes and celebrates the heritage, culture, and significant contributions of Latinas to the United States across various sectors, including the economy, arts, sciences, and military. It also acknowledges the economic disparities Latinas face, such as the wage gap, and emphasizes the importance of investing in their future to address these challenges and ensure their continued growth and impact.

The "No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act" requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to improve the process for veterans to schedule mental health appointments. If a mental health appointment is cancelled, the Department must attempt to reschedule the appointment via telephone, with at least one follow-up call if the first attempt is unsuccessful.

The CFPB Dual Mandate and Economic Analysis Act would modify the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) objectives to focus on "fair and transparent" markets, removing "competitive," and aim to strengthen private sector participation, increase competition, and enhance consumer choice. It establishes an Office of Economic Analysis within the CFPB to review and assess the impact of the Bureau's actions on consumer choice, price, and access to credit, as well as review existing rules to measure their success. The CFPB Director must consider these assessments before issuing any guidance or regulations and must provide a written explanation if disagreeing with the Office's assessment. The director will also need to identify the problem each proposed rule or regulation aims to solve and specify the metrics for measuring the rule's success.

The "End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act of 2025" prohibits the use of federal funds for gender transition procedures and health benefits coverage that includes such procedures, while allowing individuals and entities to purchase separate coverage with non-federal funds. It clarifies that premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions under the Affordable Care Act cannot be used for health plans covering gender transition procedures. The bill defines key terms like "gender transition procedure" and provides specific exclusions, such as treatments for verifiable disorders of sex development or procedures necessary to prevent imminent death. This act aims to ensure that federal taxpayer dollars are not used to fund gender transition interventions, while not restricting access to these procedures when paid for with non-federal funds.

The "Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act of 2025" exempts less-than-lethal projectile devices from certain federal restrictions, defining these devices based on their inability to fire lethal ammunition, a velocity cap of 500 feet per second, design for non-lethal use, and magazine compatibility. It tasks the Attorney General with determining whether a device meets the Act's definition within 90 days of a request.

The "One Agency Act" aims to consolidate federal antitrust enforcement by transferring the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) antitrust powers, staff, assets, and funding to the Department of Justice (DOJ). This transfer seeks to eliminate overlapping enforcement, reduce taxpayer costs, and provide more regulatory certainty for businesses. The Attorney General will oversee the transition, manage ongoing cases, and have the authority to modify or rescind agreements and rules related to antitrust enforcement. The FTC will no longer have the authority to start new investigations or enforcement actions related to antitrust laws without the Attorney General's approval.