Legislative Activity

The "Claiming Age Clarity Act" aims to modernize the Social Security Administration's language by January 1, 2027. It replaces terms like "early eligibility age" with "minimum monthly benefit age" and "full retirement age" with "standard monthly benefit age." The act also changes "delayed retirement credit" to referencing a "maximum monthly benefit age," to simplify understanding of benefit eligibility.

The "Protecting Military Servicemembers Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2025" prohibits data brokers from selling or providing military service member lists to covered nations, such as China and Russia, or individuals controlled by those nations. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is responsible for enforcing the Act, with the power to pursue civil actions against data brokers who violate the Act. State attorneys general also have the authority to bring civil actions in federal district court on behalf of their state's residents. Within one year of enactment, the Comptroller General must submit a report to Congress analyzing the enforcement of this Act and providing recommendations for legislation and administrative actions.

This bill mandates the Social Security Administration to send regular paper statements to Social Security account holders, beginning January 1, 2027. Statements will be mailed upon entering the workforce or starting a new job, with increasing frequency as individuals age, and provides an option for individuals to opt out of receiving the paper statements. The bill also authorizes Congress to allocate necessary funds to cover the administrative costs of implementing these changes, starting in fiscal year 2026.

The SOAR Act of 2025 aims to improve Medicare coverage and access to supplemental oxygen and respiratory therapy services for beneficiaries. This bill removes oxygen and related equipment from competitive bidding programs, establishes payment guidelines, and ensures adequate reimbursement for liquid oxygen. It also sets criteria for supplier responsibilities, includes respiratory therapist services as covered medical services, and requires electronic templates for documenting medical necessity to prevent fraud. Additionally, the Act establishes beneficiary rights and protections, such as the right to choose suppliers, receive clear communication, and be informed about treatment options and grievance processes.

The Historic Tax Credit Growth and Opportunity Act of 2025 enhances the existing Historic Tax Credit by increasing the credit amount, especially for small projects, and allowing for the transfer of credits for these smaller projects. The bill also broadens eligibility for the credit by modifying the rehabilitation expense threshold and clarifying rules regarding tax-exempt use property. Additionally, it eliminates the basis adjustment for the rehabilitation credit, further incentivizing investment in historic buildings.

The "Red Tape Reduction Act of 2025" reinstates a de minimis exception for third-party settlement organizations, requiring them to report information only if transactions exceed $10,000 or 50 transactions. It also aligns backup withholding rules with these thresholds, ensuring consistency in reporting requirements for third-party network transactions. These changes are effective for transactions and calendar years after December 31, 2024.

The REPAIR Act of 2025 aims to streamline the judicial review process for project authorizations, setting time limits for legal claims and prioritizing agency correction over halting projects. It requires mediation for stalled projects, overseen by the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council, to expedite reauthorization. The act also limits who can bring lawsuits and ensures cases are randomly assigned to judges and makes information on judicial review timelines publicly available. Finally, the act modifies the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to prevent lawsuits regarding project approvals or authorizations.

The Foreign Pollution Fee Act of 2025 introduces a fee on certain imported products based on their pollution intensity, incentivizing cleaner global production. It authorizes international agreements to reduce pollution, offering fee adjustments for participating countries and support for developing nations. The Act also mandates annual reports to Congress on efforts to support U.S. manufacturers, assess competitive advantages, and evaluate the law's economic and environmental impacts.

This resolution honors the life and distinguished career of former Louisiana Senator John Bennett Johnston, Jr., recognizing his contributions to energy policy, natural resource conservation, and Louisiana's cultural heritage. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to notify the House of Representatives and send a copy of the resolution to Senator Johnston's family. Upon adoption, the Senate will adjourn in his honor.

The CLEAN FTZ Act of 2025 aims to combat illicit international trade by identifying and classifying foreign free trade zones based on their compliance with international standards and efforts to counter criminal activities. The Act directs the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to create a tiered system for countries with free trade zones, offer assistance to countries in lower tiers, and authorizes the President to impose economic sanctions and visa restrictions on individuals and entities involved in illicit trade in those zones. It also establishes a public hotline and website for reporting illegal activities within these zones and authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out the Act.

The DELETE Act requires data brokers to register with the FTC and establish a centralized system for individuals to request data deletion from all registered brokers. Data brokers must delete personal information within 31 days of a request, with certain exceptions, and report deletion metrics to the FTC annually. The FTC will enforce these requirements and conduct studies on the Act's implementation, while also charging data brokers a fee to maintain the centralized database. This act does not preempt state laws that offer greater protection to consumers.

The Manifest Modernization Act of 2025 amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to modernize public disclosure requirements for vessel, vehicle, and aircraft manifests entering the United States. It broadens the scope of information available to the public, including the Harmonized Tariff Schedule subheading for cargo and the last country the cargo traveled through. These changes aim to increase transparency in cargo transportation and will apply to arrivals 30 days after the Act's enactment. The Act also defines "aircraft" for clarification within the Tariff Act.

The "Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act" aims to reinforce Medicare Secondary Payer protections for individuals with end-stage renal disease, preventing discriminatory practices by private health plans. It ensures that health insurance plans do not unfairly shift primary coverage responsibility to Medicare for these individuals. The bill clarifies that singling out dialysis services for unfavorable treatment is an inappropriate differentiation in benefits, while maintaining the plan's ability to manage its provider network.

The "Health ACCESS Act" amends the Social Security Act to create an exception to anti-kickback rules, allowing healthcare providers to pay online platforms for listing services without violating the law. This exception applies if the platform meets specific conditions, including not steering patients based on payment, not offering medical services, and disclosing financial relationships with providers. The goal is to facilitate consumer access to healthcare information and self-scheduling.

The "Stop Supreme Court Leakers Act of 2025" establishes criminal penalties for Supreme Court employees or officers who leak confidential information, including internal notes, draft opinions, and justices' personal information. Unauthorized disclosure can result in up to 10 years imprisonment and a fine. The bill aims to protect the integrity of the Supreme Court's deliberative process by preventing leaks.

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 "No UPCODE Act" aims to refine Medicare Advantage risk adjustment by utilizing two years of diagnostic data, excluding diagnoses from chart reviews or health risk assessments, and addressing coding differences between Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare. This bill requires the Secretary to evaluate and adjust for coding pattern differences to ensure fair payments. These changes would start in 2026.

The HALT Fentanyl Act permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances Act, streamlining research registration and imposing stricter penalties on those who manufacture, distribute, or import these substances. This act enables researchers to conduct studies on Schedule I substances more efficiently, and clarifies the penalties for activities involving fentanyl-related substances, aligning them with existing penalties for fentanyl analogues. The Act also directs the Attorney General to implement these changes through rulemaking, allowing for immediate enforcement while ensuring public input.

This bill extends the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) financing and expiration date through December 31, 2026. It amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to ensure the program continues to provide flood insurance coverage to communities.

The Customs Facilitation Act of 2025 aims to streamline cargo processing at U.S. borders by improving coordination among federal agencies and modernizing technology for trade. It establishes a Border Interagency Executive Council, creates a single window system for import and export cargo processing, and modernizes the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). The act also simplifies drawback procedures, streamlines export processes, and addresses clerical errors in export data submissions. Additionally, it enhances data collection practices, updates informational resources, sets response deadlines for trade-related requests, and improves the accessibility of contact information for CBP personnel.