Legislative Activity

This bill amends federal law to relocate the National Woman's Relief Corps, a federally chartered organization. It officially changes the Corps' legal place of incorporation and domicile from the District of Columbia to Illinois. Furthermore, the legislation moves the organization's principal office to Murphysboro, Illinois, and updates the procedures for serving legal documents.

The Clawing back Lapsed Obligations from State Emergency programs (CLOSE) Act terminates three federal pandemic unemployment insurance programs established under the CARES Act. This legislation rescinds all remaining unspent federal funds associated with Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation, and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation 30 days after enactment. The bill effectively ends these emergency benefit programs and reclaims the unused appropriations.

The SECURE Grid Act mandates that state energy security plans must specifically address the security and resilience of local electricity distribution systems. This legislation requires states to consult with equipment suppliers and detail potential physical and cyber threats to these systems. Furthermore, it expands the eligible uses for related grant funds and extends the authorization for the state energy security plan program through 2030.

The Energy Emergency Leadership Act assigns critical energy emergency and security functions to the Assistant Secretary for Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response at the Department of Energy. This includes responsibilities for infrastructure security, cybersecurity, supply issues, and emergency response. The Act also mandates that the Assistant Secretary provide technical assistance to state, local, and tribal governments, as well as energy entities, upon request.

This Act ensures that when the EPA sets new air quality standards, they must immediately provide the necessary guidance for states to process preconstruction permits. If this guidance is delayed, the new standard cannot be applied to permit reviews until the instructions are published. Furthermore, the bill specifies that the new 2024 PM2.5 standard will not apply to certain permit applications already underway before the EPA officially designates the affected areas. These changes do not eliminate requirements for installing the best available pollution control technology.

The **Clean Air and Economic Advancement Reform Act (CLEAR Act)** adjusts EPA timelines for reviewing air quality standards, shifting them to a 10-year cycle and allowing states more flexibility in developing compliance plans. The bill updates the definition of "exceptional events" to better account for wildfire mitigation activities and limits penalties when pollution spikes are demonstrably beyond a state's control. Finally, it modifies the makeup of the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee to increase state representation and requires new impact assessments before setting air quality standards.

The Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026 mandates that state Medicaid programs cover whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with specific medical conditions, effective January 1, 2027. This sequencing is to be covered as a first-tier diagnostic test for genetic disorders, rare diseases, or conditions of unknown origin. The bill also directs the HHS Secretary to promote awareness and address implementation challenges for this new mandatory benefit.

The SHOWER Act revises the federal definition of a "showerhead" to align with the current industry standard, ASME A112.18.1/2024. This legislation specifically excludes safety shower showerheads from the federal definition. The Secretary of Energy is mandated to update federal regulations to reflect this change within 180 days of enactment.

This bill establishes the Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act to streamline the environmental review and permitting process for natural gas pipelines. It designates the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as the sole lead agency for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews. The Act mandates coordination timelines and procedures for all participating federal and state agencies to ensure concurrent review and timely final authorizations. Furthermore, it requires public tracking of the permitting schedule and progress for all required agency actions.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

The Main Street Lending Improvement Act of 2025 mandates a study by the Comptroller General on the timeline and distribution of small business loans within areas that include the Appalachian region. This study will compare loan disbursement processes between Appalachian and non-Appalachian areas from 2021 through 2024. The final report must include recommendations to increase loan accessibility, decrease funding times, and improve applicant communication.

The Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act focuses on repealing specific, revised energy efficiency performance standards for federal buildings. This action voids the recently established rules for how new and existing federal buildings must operate regarding energy use. The bill also makes necessary conforming amendments across other related federal energy and green building legislation.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 890 East 152nd Street in Cleveland, Ohio, as the "Technical Sergeant Alma Gladys Minter Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all official records and documents reflect this new name for the post office.

The Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act focuses primarily on improving pediatric drug development and ensuring patient access to necessary treatments. This legislation mandates new research requirements for molecularly targeted pediatric cancer drugs, strengthens FDA enforcement of pediatric study completion, and extends incentives for developing drugs for rare pediatric diseases. Additionally, the bill updates organ transplant network functions and establishes an Abraham Accords Office within the FDA to enhance international regulatory cooperation.

This act grants the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) exclusive authority to approve or deny applications for natural gas and LNG export/import facilities, mandating that such actions be considered consistent with the public interest. The legislation clarifies that it does not limit the President's existing authority to impose sanctions through trade restrictions.

The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (DRIVE-SAFE Act) establishes a structured apprenticeship program allowing drivers under 21 to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. This program requires apprentices to complete 400 hours of supervised training, divided into two probationary phases focusing on foundational and advanced driving skills. Participation mandates specific vehicle technology, such as automatic transmissions and collision mitigation systems, and continuous supervision by an experienced driver.

The Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act streamlines the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) process for issuing certain nuclear facility permits and licenses. This legislation allows the NRC to issue permits without automatically holding a full hearing if no affected party requests one. It also updates procedures to favor informal hearings when they are held and modifies timing requirements for license issuance.

This resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, who was tragically assassinated at Utah Valley University. It condemns political violence and calls upon all Americans to reject extremism in favor of civil debate. The bill expresses deep sympathy to his family and urges a renewal of commitment to the values of faith, family, and freedom he championed.

This bill, the National Coal Council Reestablishment Act, mandates the Secretary of Energy to reestablish the National Coal Council within the Department of Energy, adhering to its charter as of November 19, 2021. The Council will generally operate under the Federal Advisory Committee Act guidelines. Crucially, this legislation exempts the Council from the automatic termination provisions that typically apply to federal advisory committees.

The Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends critical funding for the Special Diabetes Programs supporting Type 1 diabetes research and prevention. This bill commits $160 million annually for the program from fiscal years 2026 through 2030. The legislation ensures continued support for these vital diabetes initiatives over the next five years.