Legislation

The "Saving NSFs Workforce Act" prevents the National Science Foundation (NSF) from conducting layoffs or involuntary employee separations until full funding is secured for fiscal year 2026. Exceptions are made for employee misconduct, delinquency, or inefficiency. This moratorium aims to stabilize the NSF workforce during a period of funding uncertainty.

This joint resolution nullifies the Internal Revenue Service's rule on the Section 45Y Clean Electricity Production Credit and Section 48E Clean Electricity Investment Credit. By disapproving the rule, the resolution prevents it from taking effect.

The "Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025" amends the Clean Air Act to ensure that regulations do not mandate specific technologies in vehicles or restrict the availability of new motor vehicles based on engine type. It requires the EPA to revise any conflicting regulations issued after January 1, 2021, within 24 months to comply with these changes.

The "Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act" amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to exclude employer-provided child and dependent care services and payments from the calculation of overtime compensation. This means that the cost or value of these care benefits will not be factored into an employee's regular rate of pay when determining overtime pay. The change aims to encourage employers to offer these benefits without increasing their overtime expenses. This exclusion is applicable for workweeks beginning on or after the enactment date of the Act.

This bill establishes a House Select Committee to investigate and propose policies to combat Mexican drug cartels and their international networks. The committee, composed of up to 21 members, will analyze cartel operations, evaluate current counter efforts, and recommend legislative proposals to relevant House committees. It must submit policy recommendations by December 31, 2025, and a final report by December 31, 2026, after which the committee will terminate.

The "LIBERATE Act" establishes a Regulatory Oversight and Review Task Force to evaluate and recommend changes to federal regulations that inhibit competition, burden businesses, or impact energy production. The task force, composed of both government officials and private sector experts, will solicit public input, conduct outreach, and submit regular reports to Congress with recommendations for regulatory changes. Congress will then have an expedited process to consider repealing the identified regulations. The task force will utilize existing funds from the Office of Management and Budget.

The "Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2025" aims to enhance the competitiveness of the U.S. cement, concrete, and asphalt industries by promoting research, development, and deployment of technologies that reduce emissions from production. This includes establishing research programs, demonstration initiatives, and manufacturing institutes focused on low-emissions materials. The Act also encourages the use of these materials in highway projects through grants and technical assistance to states, and forms an interagency task force to coordinate efforts and provide recommendations. Ultimately, the goal is to foster innovation, reduce environmental impact, and create domestic jobs in these sectors.

This bill disapproves of the Insurance Regulation Amendment Act of 2024 passed by the District of Columbia Council. Congress is reviewing the act under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act.

The UPRISERS Act mandates the Secretary of State to revoke the visas of foreign students who are convicted of assaulting a police officer or committing offenses related to rioting. Additionally, any student visa holder convicted of such offenses would be subject to deportation.

The "Prevent Homelessness Act of 2025" establishes a Housing Stabilization Fund, managed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, to provide grants to Continuums of Care for emergency housing assistance programs. These programs will support extremely low-income and very low-income families facing housing instability due to financial hardships. Grants can be used for rent, mortgage, utility payments, housing repairs, and other services that promote housing stability. The fund is authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031.

The "Saving NASAs Workforce Act" prevents NASA from conducting layoffs or involuntarily separating employees until the full budget for fiscal year 2026 is approved. This moratorium protects most NASA employees, with exceptions only for cases of misconduct or poor performance. The bill aims to stabilize NASA's workforce during a period of budget uncertainty. This is in addition to any other existing regulations regarding adverse personnel actions.

The "End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act of 2025" prohibits the use of federal funds for gender transition procedures and health plans that cover them, extending this prohibition to premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). It defines key terms like "gender transition procedure" and clarifies exceptions, such as treatments for medically verifiable disorders of sex development. The bill allows individuals and employers to purchase separate coverage for gender transition procedures using non-federal funds, ensuring no federal subsidies are applied to such coverage. These changes would apply to taxable years ending one year after the law's enactment, but only for plan years starting after that date.

This bill recognizes the 10th anniversary of Educators Rising and its efforts to combat the teacher shortage in the United States. It highlights the organization's work in attracting local talent to the education field and creating a teaching staff that reflects the diversity of the student population. The bill also acknowledges the scholarship programs and partnerships that support students pursuing careers in education through Educators Rising. It encourages continued investment in similar programs to inspire and prepare future educators.

The NICS Data Reporting Act requires the Attorney General to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the demographic data of individuals who were denied firearm purchases after failing a NICS background check. This report will include data on race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, average annual income, and English language proficiency, if available. The goal of this report is to provide insights into who is being denied firearm purchases and why. The first report is due one year after the enactment of the act.

The "Count the Crimes to Cut Act of 2025" mandates the Attorney General and heads of various federal agencies to compile and submit reports to Congress detailing all federal criminal statutory and regulatory offenses, including elements, penalties, prosecution numbers, and mens rea requirements. These agencies must also create publicly accessible online indexes of these offenses. This aims to increase transparency and understanding of federal criminal laws. The act does not authorize new funding.

The "Fight for Families Act of 2025" amends the Internal Revenue Code to make the adoption tax credit refundable for families who adopt special needs children. This means that families can receive a refund on the credit, even if they owe no taxes. This change applies to tax years beginning after the later of the enactment date of the Act or December 31, 2025.

The "Fair and Open Competition Act of 2025" seeks to ensure open competition and government neutrality in federal construction projects by preventing requirements for or bans against agreements with labor organizations. It prohibits discrimination based on labor affiliation, reduces construction costs, and expands job opportunities. The Act mandates revisions to regulations and allows exemptions only in special circumstances like public health or national security threats.

The Presidential Security Resources Reimbursement Act of 2025 allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to reimburse state and local governments that provide services, personnel, equipment, and facilities for the protection of the President, Vice President, and other specified individuals. This reimbursement can be applied retroactively for resources used since July 12, 2024.

The "WIPPES Act" requires "Do Not Flush" labeling on certain disposable wipes and similar products to prevent harm to wastewater infrastructure. It mandates a clearly visible symbol and written notice on product packaging, prohibiting any claims of flushability. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is responsible for enforcing these labeling requirements, and the Act preempts differing state laws.

This resolution directs the President to submit all unedited documents and communications pertaining to background checks, investigations, and security clearances of individuals associated with the United States DOGE Service or any DOGE agency team, including Elon Musk, to the House of Representatives. The requested documents must be provided within 14 days of the resolution's adoption, contingent on their availability to the President.