Legislative Activity

The Tennessee Valley Authority Salary Transparency Act requires the TVA to disclose the names, salaries, and duties of its executives, board members, and management-level employees earning at or above the GS15 pay grade level in its annual report. This information will be excluded from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act and the Access to Congressionally Mandated Reports Act.

The Private Student Loan Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2025 amends bankruptcy laws to allow private student loans to be discharged in bankruptcy, aligning them with other types of debt. It removes the existing exception that prevents the discharge of private student loans, and modifies the remaining exception to include programs substantially funded by a government unit. The changes will apply to bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date of the Act's enactment.

The Combating Global Corruption Act of 2025 mandates the creation of a tiered ranking system for foreign countries based on their efforts to combat corruption. It sets minimum standards for governments to meet in eliminating corruption and requires the Secretary of State to assess and report on these efforts annually. The Act also directs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury to assess individuals in Tier 3 countries for potential sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act, and requires the designation of anti-corruption points of contact in U.S. embassies in Tier 2 and Tier 3 countries.

This proposed constitutional amendment limits the President's pardon power, prohibiting pardons for themselves, their family, administration members, campaign employees, or anyone who financially benefited the aforementioned. It also restricts pardons for offenses directed by or coordinated with the President. Pardons issued for corrupt purposes would be invalid, and Congress is granted the power to enforce these limitations.

The Train EATS Act requires Amtrak to provide food and beverage service, including traditional dining where practical, on overnight routes. It also mandates a more affordable option for all passengers. If not fully utilized by premium class passengers, traditional dining must be offered to coach passengers for a fee. The Act ensures healthy meal options and accommodations for dietary restrictions are available.

The Train FOOD Act requires Amtrak to establish an advisory committee to oversee the implementation of recommendations from the Amtrak Food and Beverage Working Group. Amtrak must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the progress of these recommendations, including justifications for any that are deemed impractical or impossible to implement. The Comptroller General is also required to submit a report to Congress, detailing Amtrak's progress in implementing each recommendation.

This bill recognizes Russia's actions in Ukraine as genocide, citing atrocities and evidence of intent to destroy the Ukrainian people. It condemns Russia, urges U.S. support for Ukraine to prevent further genocide, and backs international efforts to hold Russian leaders accountable for war crimes.