Legislative Activity

This resolution officially designates the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as National Veterans Small Business Week. It recognizes the significant contributions of the over 1.65 million veteran-owned small businesses to the U.S. economy. The bill supports creating a business-friendly environment and expresses appreciation for veterans' continued service through entrepreneurship.

This resolution officially designates November 1, 2025, as National Bison Day to recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance of the North American bison. It honors the bison's status as the national mammal, its importance to Indian Tribes, and its role in conservation and rural economies. The resolution encourages nationwide observance of this day annually on the first Saturday of November.

This resolution calls on Congress and educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia, the most common learning disability. It emphasizes the need for early screening and evidence-based intervention for affected individuals. Finally, the resolution designates October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month.

This Senate Resolution officially designates October 26, 2025, as the "Day of the Deployed." The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of all deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, particularly those serving since September 11, 2001. It calls upon the nation to observe this day with appropriate reflection and ceremonies.

This resolution designates September 2025 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2025, as "LDL-C Awareness Day." It highlights the urgent need to address cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S., by focusing on managing high LDL cholesterol levels. The bill encourages public awareness and screening for LDL-C to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

The Pay Our Military Act of 2025 ensures that active duty and reserve military personnel continue to receive pay and essential allowances if Congress has not passed the full budget for fiscal year 2026 by the start of that year. This legislation provides automatic continuing appropriations to cover military salaries, support staff, and necessary contractor payments during any funding lapse. The authority granted by this Act is set to terminate on September 30, 2026, or sooner if a comprehensive budget is enacted. Furthermore, the provisions of this Act are made retroactively effective as of September 30, 2025.

This Act mandates the immediate preparation for sanctions against any entity supporting People's Republic of China (PRC) aggression against Taiwan, including actions like invasion or blockade. It establishes an interagency PRC Sanctions Task Force to identify potential targets and develop comprehensive strategies for imposing and coordinating economic measures with allies. The Task Force must also brief Congress and submit annual reports detailing sanctions plans, economic impact assessments, and coordination efforts.

The Pay Our Military Act of 2025 ensures that members of the Armed Forces, along with essential Department of Defense civilian personnel and contractors, continue to receive pay and allowances in fiscal year 2026 if regular appropriations are not enacted. This measure provides temporary, continuing funding to support active service members. This authority automatically terminates upon the enactment of a new appropriations law or by January 1, 2027.

The Employee Rights Act mandates that union representation must be chosen through a secret ballot election run by the NLRB, and it prohibits non-lawful workers from voting in union elections. The bill also tightens the definition of an employee versus an independent contractor and limits the use of employee contact information provided for organizing drives. Furthermore, it restricts union dues spending to bargaining activities unless explicit, time-limited written consent is obtained from the employee.

This resolution formally condemns the brutal Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel of October 7, 2023, and supports Israel's right to self-defense. It further condemns antisemitic and destructive protests within the United States. Ultimately, the resolution calls for an outcome that ensures Israel's survival, eliminates Hamas's ability to operate, and secures the release of all remaining hostages.

This resolution officially designates September 9, 2025, as "National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day." It honors the immense sacrifices made by American and Allied soldiers who fought in the long and costly campaign to liberate Italy from German occupation. The measure encourages the American public to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and educational activities.

The SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025 aims to significantly improve the national understanding and prevention of stillbirths. It authorizes federal grants to help states enhance stillbirth surveillance, data collection, and analysis, ensuring all collected data remains de-identified. Furthermore, the Act mandates the creation of clear federal guidelines for standardized data collection and the development of public educational materials regarding stillbirth risk factors.

The Safe Step Act establishes mandatory exception processes for group health plans and insurance issuers that utilize step therapy protocols for prescription drugs. This ensures patients and doctors have a clear, timely pathway to request coverage for medically necessary alternatives when required initial treatments are inappropriate or ineffective. Plans must provide rapid decisions for urgent requests and adhere to specific reporting requirements detailing exception outcomes.

This joint resolution formally honors the thirteen U.S. service members who were killed in the August 26, 2021, bombing at Abbey Gate during the withdrawal from Afghanistan. It recognizes their ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation and expresses deep gratitude to their families. The resolution also designates a National Day of Remembrance to ensure their faithful service is never forgotten.

This resolution formally condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honors his life and legacy as a devoted husband, father, and founder of Turning Point USA. It recognizes his commitment to encouraging civil discourse on college campuses across the nation. The Senate also extends its deepest sympathies to his surviving family.

This resolution expresses support for designating November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" to combat isolation and suicide among service members and veterans. It encourages all Americans to reach out and connect with those who have served to strengthen vital support structures. The day aims to foster peer-to-peer connection as a critical step in addressing the mental health challenges faced by our military community.

The Supporting Our Seniors Act establishes a temporary Commission on Long-Term Care composed of 12 appointed members. This Commission is tasked with studying the long-term care system and providing annual policy recommendations to Congress and the President. Its focus areas include affordability, caregiver support, aging in place, and workforce development. The Act authorizes necessary funding for the Commission's operations over its ten-year lifespan.

This resolution officially designates September 9, 2025, as "National World War II Italian Campaign Remembrance Day." It serves to honor the immense sacrifices made by American and Allied soldiers who fought to liberate Italy from German occupation. The day encourages national commemoration and educational efforts to preserve the memory of this long and costly campaign.

The Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion Act of 2025, or VSAFE Act, establishes a new Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This Officer will lead efforts to prevent, respond to, and track fraud targeting veterans while coordinating with other federal agencies. Additionally, the bill makes a minor technical adjustment by extending the expiration date of certain existing limits on veterans' pension payments by two months.

This concurrent resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, a landmark 1975 agreement establishing principles for security, economic cooperation, and human rights among signatory nations. Congress reaffirms the United States' enduring commitment to these foundational principles, especially in light of current violations by some states. The resolution urges all signatories to uphold their commitments and calls for public observance of this diplomatic milestone.