Legislative Activity

The "Trade Review Act of 2025" mandates that the President must notify Congress within 48 hours of imposing or increasing import duties, explaining the justification and potential economic effects. Any such duty will expire after 60 days unless Congress approves it through a joint resolution. Congress can also disapprove and nullify a duty through a joint resolution. This act excludes antidumping and countervailing duties and establishes expedited procedures for congressional review.

This bill redesignates the Hulls Cove Visitor Center at Acadia National Park in Maine as the George J. Mitchell Visitor Center. The renaming will apply to any future primary visitor center replacing the current one. Legal references to the Hulls Cove Visitor Center will now refer to the George J. Mitchell Visitor Center.

The Religious Workforce Protection Act allows religious workers facing delays in their green card process to extend their nonimmigrant R-1 visas while their applications are pending. It also provides job flexibility for these workers and waives the one-year foreign residency requirement for those who had to leave the U.S. due to the R-1 visa's five-year limit. This bill aims to support religious organizations by ensuring they can retain needed personnel without unnecessary immigration hurdles.

The CONNECT for Health Act of 2025 expands access to telehealth services under Medicare by removing geographic restrictions, expanding eligible practitioners and originating sites, and making waivers for Federally Qualified Health Centers and Native American health facilities permanent. It also enhances program integrity by clarifying fraud and abuse laws, authorizing additional funding for oversight, and addressing unusual billing patterns. Additionally, the act supports beneficiaries and providers by requiring the development of resources and training, reviewing quality measures, and mandating the publication of data on telehealth services. These changes aim to make telehealth a more accessible, high-quality, and permanent option for patients, particularly those in underserved areas.

The "SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act" amends the Social Security Act to increase the resource limits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility to $10,000 for individuals and $20,000 for couples in 2025. After 2025, these limits will be adjusted annually for inflation based on the Consumer Price Index. This update aims to allow SSI recipients to save without losing their benefits, encouraging financial stability.

This resolution designates March 27, 2025, as "National Women in Agriculture Day" to recognize the vital role of women in agriculture. It acknowledges women's significant contributions as producers, educators, leaders, and mentors within the agricultural sector. The resolution supports celebrating women's impact on food resources and the agricultural workforce, encouraging their continued involvement and leadership in the field.

The "Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025" mandates a wide range of sanctions on Russia, its government, affiliated individuals and entities, and sectors of its economy in response to actions against Ukraine. It requires the President to make regular determinations regarding Russia's behavior and imposes escalating penalties, including financial restrictions, import bans, and increased duties, if Russia refuses to negotiate peace, violates agreements, or takes further aggressive actions against Ukraine. The Act also targets international entities that support Russia's sanctioned activities and sets conditions for the termination and reimposition of sanctions based on Russia's adherence to peace agreements.

The "Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act" prohibits the distribution of materially deceptive AI-generated audio or visual media that relates to candidates for Federal office to influence an election or solicit funds. It allows candidates depicted in such media to seek injunctive relief and damages, while providing exemptions for news outlets and satire. The bill requires clear and convincing evidence for violations and ensures severability of its provisions.

The "Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025" amends the Farm Credit Act of 1971 to allow farm credit banks and production credit associations to provide credit and financial services to businesses that support the operational needs of the commercial fishing industry. This expansion aims to bolster the fishing industry by improving access to capital for essential service providers.

The "Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act of 2025" introduces a tax credit for investments in hydroelectric facilities made to improve fish passage, water quality, sediment transport, dam safety, public access, and removal of obsolete river obstructions. This credit, equal to 30% of the investment, aims to incentivize the maintenance, enhancement, and restoration of hydroelectric facilities and river ecosystems. The bill also includes provisions for elective payments and the transferability of these credits, further encouraging investment in qualifying projects. It applies to property placed in service after December 31, 2025.

The resolution affirms the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an essential and independent federal entity. It recognizes the USPS's critical role in the economy, its service to millions of Americans, and its importance to veterans and communities. The resolution expresses the Senate's opposition to privatizing the USPS, citing concerns about increased costs, reduced services, and negative impacts on e-commerce and infrastructure.

This resolution supports International Women's Day, recognizing the fundamental human rights and essential roles of women and girls globally. It emphasizes the importance of their empowerment for global peace, prosperity, and sustainability, while also addressing critical issues such as violence, discrimination, and underrepresentation. The resolution urges the U.S. government to promote policies that ensure women's safety, health, and participation in all aspects of society, while respecting cultural differences. It reaffirms the commitment to gender equality and encourages the observance of International Women's Day in the United States.

The "Rural Veterinary Workforce Act" allows veterinarians working in underserved rural areas to be exempt from paying federal income tax on student loan repayment assistance received from federal or state programs. This bill aims to incentivize veterinary professionals to practice in rural communities, addressing the shortage of veterinary services in these areas. The change applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

This resolution honors the life and distinguished career of former Wyoming Senator Alan K. Simpson, recognizing his public service, military service, and contributions to Wyoming and the nation. It celebrates his work on border security, veterans affairs, entitlement reform, and fiscal responsibility, as well as his dedication to various Wyoming institutions. The resolution expresses sorrow at his passing, directs communication to the House of Representatives and his family, and adjourns the Senate in his memory.

This resolution celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States. It recognizes their significant achievements across various sectors, including military service, business, medicine, and the arts. The resolution also emphasizes the need to invest in the future of these women by addressing barriers they face in justice, healthcare, education, and economic advancement.

The Disaster Reforestation Act amends tax regulations to allow timber owners to deduct losses from casualty events like fires, storms, or pest infestations based on the timber's value before the loss, provided they reforest the land within five years. It requires professional appraisals to determine the loss amount, allows for amended tax returns to adjust for appraisal results, and applies to timber held for sale as part of an active business. This act aims to support the recovery of the timber industry after natural disasters.

The SEC Whistleblower Reform Act of 2025 enhances protections for whistleblowers by expanding the definition of "whistleblower" to include those who report internally, ensuring they cannot be forced to waive their rights, and mandating quicker decisions on award claims. It also grants whistleblowers the right to a jury trial in retaliation cases. This act aims to encourage more individuals to report potential securities violations by strengthening their safeguards against retaliation and ensuring a more efficient award process.

This resolution celebrates the 113th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America and its founder, Juliette Gordon Low, for their legacy of empowering girls. It recognizes the organization's focus on developing courage, confidence, and character in young women through STEM, outdoor activities, and entrepreneurship. The resolution also acknowledges the release of the Juliette Gordon Low Commemorative Quarter.

The "Ensuring Veterans’ Final Resting Place Act of 2025" amends section 2306(h) of title 38, United States Code, to update language regarding Department of Veterans Affairs burial benefits when an urn or plaque is furnished. The changes apply to individuals who died on or after January 5, 2021.

The Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act, or WIPPES Act, mandates that certain disposable wipe products carry a "Do Not Flush" label and symbol to prevent damage to wastewater infrastructure. It establishes specific requirements for the placement, size, and visibility of the label on various packaging types. The Act prohibits marketing these products as flushable and grants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) the authority to enforce these regulations, preempting differing state laws. These regulations will take effect one year after the law is enacted.