Legislative Activity

This Act establishes a clear U.S. policy to hold Chinese officials accountable for gross human rights violations against religious groups by making them subject to sanctions. It mandates that the Department of State actively promote and monitor religious freedom within the People's Republic of China. Furthermore, Congress urges the designation of China as a "country of particular concern" and calls for robust diplomatic action to secure the release of unjustly detained religious prisoners.

The Foreign Robocall Elimination Act establishes an interagency taskforce, including private sector experts, to combat illegal robocalls originating from outside the United States. This group is mandated to study the scope of the problem, identify foreign sources, and report recommendations to Congress within 360 days of its formation. Additionally, the bill reduces the frequency of a specific reporting requirement for the FCC under the existing TRACED Act from annually to once every three years.

The Cybersecurity in Agriculture Act of 2025 establishes a program to enhance cybersecurity across the agricultural sector by creating five Regional Agriculture Cybersecurity Centers. These centers, hosted by eligible land-grant universities, will focus on research, threat monitoring, tool development, and training specific to farming and the food supply chain. The initiative is specifically tasked with developing defenses against cyber threats originating from adversarial nations.

The SEIZE Act authorizes the President to treat weapons and materiel seized en route from Iran to the Houthis in Yemen as if they were already U.S. military stock. This new designation allows the President to transfer these seized items to foreign partners using existing defense assistance authorities. The law also mandates annual reporting to Congress detailing the use of this authority.

The Financial Technology Protection Act of 2025 establishes an Independent Working Group, led by the Treasury Department, to research and propose regulations combating the illicit use of digital assets by criminals and terrorists. The bill also mandates a comprehensive Presidential report detailing how rogue actors evade sanctions using new technologies, alongside a national strategy to prevent such activities. This legislation aims to safeguard the U.S. financial system against emerging threats in the FinTech space.

The Foreign Registration Obligations for Nonprofit Transparency Act (FRONT Act) amends the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) to require certain tax-exempt organizations receiving funding from designated "countries of concern" to register as foreign agents. This closes a loophole by treating non-profits that accept money from specified hostile foreign entities as agents of those foreign principals. These organizations will face new, specific disclosure requirements when registering under FARA.

The Keep Your Coins Act of 2025 prohibits federal agencies from restricting an individual's ability to use their convertible virtual currency (like Bitcoin) for personal purchases. This legislation ensures individuals maintain full control over their digital assets, including the right to use self-hosted wallets for legal transactions. Essentially, the bill protects the right of citizens to spend and manage their own cryptocurrency without government interference.

The Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act restricts the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) tracking data by government entities for investigations or to impose fees on aircraft owners. It also establishes new transparency requirements for public airports seeking to impose landing or takeoff fees on general aviation aircraft. These fees must be specifically dedicated to airside safety projects.

This bill officially authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the exceptional service and sacrifice of the members of the Military Assistance Command Vietnam – Studies and Observation Group (MACVSOG). Congress acknowledges MACVSOG's critical, highly secret missions during the Vietnam War, which set the standard for modern special operations forces. After presentation, the original medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research. The Act also permits the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act directs the FAA to establish new rules within one year to allow civil supersonic flight over U.S. airspace. This authorization is strictly conditioned on the aircraft being operated in a manner that prevents any sonic boom from reaching the ground. The goal is to safely reintroduce faster-than-sound commercial travel domestically.

The PELL Act of 2025 establishes the new Workforce Pell Grant to provide federal aid for short-term, high-demand workforce training programs. To qualify, these programs must be approved by the Governor and meet strict criteria regarding length, employer alignment, credentialing, and performance metrics. This new grant aims to support students pursuing credentials that lead directly to employment while ensuring credits are transferable to further education.

The STORM Act establishes a framework for the federal government to rapidly deploy private, pre-vetted health care workforce platforms during declared emergencies. This allows for the quick contracting of independent medical professionals from outside the affected state. The bill also facilitates the temporary waiver of state licensing requirements for these emergency responders, provided they meet federal criteria, while offering liability protections for good-faith emergency work.

This resolution officially designates April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day" to honor the sacrifices of military families. It specifically recognizes the dedication and contributions of the Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. The day encourages the public to observe this anniversary and raise awareness of the organization's vital support for surviving spouses and children of fallen service members.

The Military Installation Retail Security Act of 2025 prohibits the Department of Defense from entering into or renewing long-term retail agreements on U.S. military bases with businesses controlled by designated "covered nations." The law mandates a review of all existing contracts, requiring termination unless a national security waiver is granted or the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) determines no threat exists. This measure aims to safeguard military installations by preventing undue influence from foreign adversaries through on-base commercial operations.

The Families Care Act updates the National Family Caregiver Support Program to officially include peer support services for caregivers. This legislation specifically mandates that states consider the unique needs of families impacted by substance use disorders when distributing aid. Additionally, it modernizes reporting requirements to ensure information is shared regularly and actively disseminated.

The Strategic Ports Reporting Act requires the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense to map and study strategic ports, assessing China's efforts to control these ports and the potential risks to U.S. interests. The Act mandates a report to Congress outlining strategies to secure trusted investment, protect strategic ports from Chinese control, and ensure open access. This report will include assessments of national security threats, vulnerabilities, and funding sources to enhance transparency and mitigate negative impacts of China's influence over strategic maritime infrastructure.

The Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act aims to improve the Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program by increasing oversight and accountability. It mandates regular risk assessments, enhances loan eligibility verification, and requires the SBA to develop better performance metrics. The act also seeks to streamline the loan application process and improve communication with disaster victims.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to classify health care sharing ministry memberships, including shared medical expenses and administrative fees, as medical expenses. It clarifies that these ministries are not considered health plans or insurance for tax purposes. This change applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

The "Strategy for Public Health Preparedness and Response to Artificial Intelligence Threats" Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a comprehensive strategy for addressing public health threats arising from the misuse of artificial intelligence. This includes establishing a framework for preparedness, identifying capability gaps, and outlining strategies to mitigate risks such as the development of biological weapons and treatment-resistant pathogens. The strategy will be submitted to Congress and integrated into broader public health emergency preparedness efforts.

The "Incentivizing Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Sales Act of 2025" incentivizes land conservation by excluding from gross income the gains from sales of real property to qualified organizations for the purposes of the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) program. This exclusion applies to various real property interests, including remainder interests and restrictions on property use, as long as the sale aligns with Department of Defense REPI program goals. There are limitations to prevent short-term property speculation by pass-through entities, with exceptions for family-owned entities. This act aims to promote both military readiness and environmental protection through strategic land conservation.