Legislative Activity

This bill condemns Iran's non-compliance with international nuclear obligations, citing undeclared nuclear materials and insufficient cooperation with the IAEA. It urges Iran to adhere to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons Safeguards Agreement and allow IAEA inspectors access to nuclear sites. The bill calls for diplomatic and economic measures to hold Iran accountable and states that if these efforts fail, Congress should authorize the use of military force against Iran. It also prioritizes diplomatic measures with the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to trigger snapback proceedings under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 before the mechanism expires in October 2025.

The "No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act" aims to deter Iran and other hostile entities from taking U.S. nationals hostage by imposing strict penalties and increasing oversight of Iranian assets. It mandates detailed reports on the use of restricted Iranian funds, requires reviews of sanctions for hostage-takers, and seeks to limit travel for Iranian diplomats at the United Nations. The Act also directs the creation of a strategy to deter hostage-taking and wrongful detention, and calls for assessing the invalidation of U.S. passports for travel to Iran. Finally, the act seeks to freeze and seize Iranian assets internationally.

The "Restore College Sports Act" establishes the American Collegiate Sports Association (ACSA) to replace the NCAA, introducing new regulations for college sports. These regulations include equal distribution of name, image, and likeness revenue among student-athletes, unrestricted transfer options, and revenue sharing among member institutions. The ACSA, led by a Presidential-appointed Commissioner, aims to enforce these rules, with compliance being a condition for institutions under the Higher Education Act.

The DETERRENT Act aims to increase transparency and oversight of foreign funding and influence in higher education. It mandates institutions to disclose foreign gifts, contracts, and investments of concern, especially those tied to countries or entities that pose a risk to U.S. national security. The Act also requires institutions to maintain policies regarding conflicts of interest and establishes penalties for non-compliance, including fines and potential ineligibility for federal student aid programs. Additionally, the Department of Education is required to maintain a public database of disclosed information and share it with relevant federal agencies.

The "PROTECT Student Athletes Act" seeks to ban betting on individual college athlete's performance during games, known as "covered prop bets," to protect their well-being and the integrity of college sports. It asserts that sports betting's impact on interstate commerce necessitates federal regulation. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is empowered to enforce the Act.