Legislative Activity

The Shutdown Fairness Act ensures that federal employees deemed "excepted" and required to work during a government shutdown, starting in fiscal year 2026 or later, are guaranteed to receive their salaries and allowances. This automatic funding from the Treasury Department covers essential personnel and their supporting contractors until a full-year budget or continuing resolution is enacted. The goal is to provide financial certainty for workers performing emergency duties during funding lapses.

This resolution strongly condemns recent Russian incursions into the airspace of NATO member countries and reaffirms the United States' unwavering commitment to Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty. It explicitly denounces Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine and its pattern of intimidation against allies. The measure serves as a clear statement that the U.S. will defend every inch of NATO territory against attack.

This resolution formally condemns the brutal Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel of October 7, 2023, and supports Israel's right to self-defense. It further condemns antisemitic and destructive protests within the United States. Ultimately, the resolution calls for an outcome that ensures Israel's survival, eliminates Hamas's ability to operate, and secures the release of all remaining hostages.

This resolution expresses support for designating October 5 through October 11, 2025, as National 4-H Week. It recognizes 4-H as a vital youth development program that empowers millions of young people through hands-on learning. The bill encourages citizens to celebrate the organization's significant impact on developing confident and compassionate leaders.

This resolution officially designates October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day." It celebrates the vital role of the U.S. energy sector in driving the economy, creating jobs, and improving quality of life globally. The bill emphasizes support for an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy, recognizing the contributions of fossil fuels, coal, nuclear, hydro, and renewables. It encourages public events to raise awareness about the importance of reliable and affordable energy.

The Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act establishes a new federal crime for knowingly forcing an abortion on a woman using drugs, carrying penalties up to 25 years in prison. This legislation also allows victims to file civil lawsuits seeking substantial damages, including compensation for physical and psychological injuries. The bill strictly defines terms like "abortion-inducing drug" and "informed consent" to ensure clear enforcement of these protections.

The NFIP Extension Act temporarily reauthorizes the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This legislation extends the program's funding and operational authority from its current expiration date until November 21, 2025. The bill ensures continuous coverage by pushing back key deadlines within the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968.

This resolution officially designates the week of October 5–11, 2025, as "Religious Education Week" to celebrate the importance of religious education in the United States. It affirms that religious instruction is vital for developing moral and civic citizens, citing historical precedent and Supreme Court rulings that protect parental rights in education. Furthermore, the resolution calls upon states and territories to accommodate students who wish to be released from public school for religious instruction.

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of September 20 through September 27, 2025, as "National Estuaries Week." It recognizes the critical economic, ecological, and protective value of estuaries to the nation. The bill applauds ongoing efforts by federal, state, and local partners to study, protect, and restore these vital coastal environments.

The NFIP Extension Act temporarily reauthorizes the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This legislation extends the program's funding authorization and overall expiration date from September 30, 2023, to September 30, 2026. The bill ensures continuous operation of federal flood insurance programs for three additional years.

This resolution supports the designation of September 19, 2025, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day" to recognize the tens of thousands of families affected by stillbirth. It celebrates the passage of the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2024, which aims to increase federal funding for stillbirth prevention research. Furthermore, the resolution urges the President to issue a proclamation encouraging national observance and action to reduce stillbirth rates.

This resolution supports the designation of September 22–26, 2025, as "National Hazing Awareness Week." It emphasizes the widespread problem of hazing, referencing tragic incidents to underscore the need for strong prevention policies and transparency on college campuses. The bill encourages all stakeholders to use this designated week to actively promote nationwide awareness and education efforts against hazing.

The Equal Campus Access Act of 2025 ensures that public colleges receiving federal funding must grant religious student organizations the same rights, benefits, and privileges afforded to all other student groups. This prevents institutions from denying resources or penalizing religious groups based on their beliefs, practices, speech, leadership selection, or conduct standards. Essentially, the bill mandates equal treatment for all student organizations on campus to maintain federal funding eligibility.

This resolution expresses support for designating October 14, 2025, as the "National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk." It formally honors Kirk's legacy as a champion of free speech, civic education, and individual liberty through his work with Turning Point USA and his writing. The resolution encourages citizens and organizations nationwide to observe this day through activities promoting faith, liberty, and democracy.

This Act establishes a six-year pilot program for eligible hospitals to provide medically tailored, home-delivered meals and nutrition therapy to certain high-risk Medicare patients upon discharge. The program aims to evaluate whether these specialized meals reduce hospital readmissions and improve patient health outcomes. Participating hospitals must screen patients, arrange for daily meals meeting specific nutritional needs, and report data to the Secretary of HHS. Funding for the meals will be offset by reducing payments to other hospitals to ensure the program is budget-neutral.

This resolution condemns the treatment of economist Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and other political prisoners by the Government of Azerbaijan. It urges the immediate and unconditional release of all wrongfully detained individuals. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes that respecting human rights and academic freedom is essential for the success of ongoing peace efforts between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

This joint resolution formally honors the thirteen U.S. service members who were killed in the August 26, 2021, bombing at Abbey Gate during the withdrawal from Afghanistan. It recognizes their ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation and expresses deep gratitude to their families. The resolution also designates a National Day of Remembrance to ensure their faithful service is never forgotten.

This resolution formally condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honors his life and legacy as a devoted husband, father, and founder of Turning Point USA. It recognizes his commitment to encouraging civil discourse on college campuses across the nation. The Senate also extends its deepest sympathies to his surviving family.

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Literacy Month to raise awareness about the critical importance of reading skills. It highlights the significant national challenges in literacy rates and the economic costs associated with low literacy. The measure calls upon all sectors of society to observe the month by promoting evidence-based reading programs and activities.

The Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act of 2025 significantly updates federal efforts to combat harmful algal blooms (HABs) and hypoxia across all U.S. waters, including freshwater systems. The bill expands the scope of the interagency Task Force, mandates the creation of a five-year national Action Strategy for HABs, and enhances monitoring and forecasting capabilities. It also clarifies agency roles, assigning EPA new duties for freshwater blooms while tasking NOAA with marine and Great Lakes response, and establishes a new incubator program for control technologies.