Legislative Activity

This resolution formally removes Representative Omar from her assignments on the House Committee on the Budget and the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill enacts specific changes to the composition of these standing House committees.

The 340B ACCESS Act comprehensively reforms the 340B drug discount program by establishing strict new rules for patient eligibility, oversight of covered entities, and contract pharmacy usage. The bill aims to prevent duplicate discounts and increase transparency through mandatory data reporting to a new claims clearinghouse. Furthermore, it imposes specific affordability requirements on certain hospitals and sets limits on administrative and pharmacy fees.

This resolution officially supports designating September 14–20, 2025, as "Telehealth Awareness Week." It recognizes the vital role remote healthcare has played, especially for millions of Medicare users. The bill strongly urges Congress to make permanent the expanded telehealth access rules currently set to expire in September 2025.

This resolution formally censures Representative Rashida Tlaib for her conduct and statements related to the "Peoples Conference for Palestine." It condemns her for allegedly promoting terrorism, antisemitism, and rhetoric calling for the destruction of Israel. The action serves as a strong, official reprimand from the House of Representatives for behavior deemed unbecoming of a member.

The Telehealth Modernization Act primarily extends critical Medicare telehealth flexibilities, such as location and audio-only options, through September 30, 2027. It also extends the "Hospital Care at Home" waiver until 2030 and mandates a comprehensive study comparing home-based versus traditional hospital care. Furthermore, the bill enhances program integrity for Durable Medical Equipment claims and requires new guidance to ensure telehealth services are accessible to individuals with limited English proficiency.

The TOO LATE Act establishes new grounds for the President to remove the Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. Removal can occur if the Federal funds target rate deviates by more than 200 basis points from established economic benchmarks for two consecutive quarters. This process requires the President to issue a public justification, followed by mandatory Congressional review hearings.

This resolution formally condemns Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois for remarks suggesting allegiance to the Republic of Guatemala over the United States. Congress expresses concern that such statements conflict with a representative's oath to prioritize the interests and well-being of their American constituents. The action serves as a formal disapproval, affirming that the loyalty of elected officials must remain solely with the United States.

The Make Our Streets Safe Again Act (MOSSA Act) directs federal agencies to prioritize civil commitment and treatment for individuals with serious mental illness or addiction on the streets. It mandates that federal grants prioritize states and cities enforcing bans on public disorder like urban camping and open drug use. Furthermore, the bill aims to reform federal housing and treatment programs to emphasize recovery and accountability over policies that may enable street homelessness.

The ERIC ADAMS Act of 2025 establishes new federal criminal penalties for mayors of "sanctuary cities" who obstruct federal immigration enforcement. These penalties include imprisonment for willfully interfering with federal agents or for negligent manslaughter if a sanctuary policy directly contributes to an undocumented immigrant committing murder. The Attorney General is solely responsible for enforcing these provisions, which take effect 90 days after enactment.

This resolution officially recognizes and supports Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21st to honor victims of overdose and combat the ongoing opioid crisis. It encourages all Americans to promote education about the dangers of illegal fentanyl and commit to healthy, drug-free lives. The bill formally backs efforts to prevent fentanyl misuse and build drug-free communities.

The Veterans Health Care Stamp Act mandates the U.S. Postal Service to create and sell a special postage stamp dedicated to funding veteran medical care. All proceeds from the sale of this stamp must be directly transferred to the Department of Veterans Affairs for veteran treatment. The stamp will be made available for purchase annually around Veterans Day.

The Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act aims to significantly expand the palliative care and hospice workforce through new federal grant programs for education, training, and career incentives. It also mandates the creation of a national strategy to enhance NIH research in this field and requires the dissemination of clear, evidence-based information about palliative care services to patients and providers. Crucially, the bill clarifies that funds cannot be used to promote or provide services intended to cause a patient's death.

The Catalyzing Housing and American Ready Growth and Expansion Investments Act (CHARGE Investments Act) expands federal direct loan and loan guarantee programs for development projects near transit stations. These funds can now finance mixed-use commercial and residential construction, along with necessary infrastructure. Projects must be within a quarter mile of fixed transit and demonstrate significant private investment to qualify for this expanded support.

The Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act formally establishes the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) within the NTIA as the government's primary expert center for radio frequency and spectrum use. This lab is tasked with conducting essential engineering studies, testing, and simulations to facilitate the efficient sharing of the electromagnetic spectrum between federal and commercial users. Additionally, the Act mandates the ITS to launch a new initiative focused on developing reliable emergency communication and tracking technologies for locating individuals in challenging environments.

The Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform Act of 2025 aims to increase transparency and accountability across the prescription drug supply chain. It mandates fairer pharmacy network access for Medicare beneficiaries and imposes strict new financial reporting and service fee requirements on Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) working with Medicare and private health plans. Furthermore, the bill establishes new federal mechanisms to accurately track drug acquisition costs in Medicaid and explicitly bans the practice of "spread pricing" in state Medicaid contracts.

This resolution congratulates St. Joseph's Hospital of Savannah, Georgia, on its 150th anniversary, recognizing its long history of providing compassionate, expert medical care to the community since 1875. It honors the hospital's commitment to quality, its significant positive impact as a not-for-profit institution, and its growth through partnership. The House of Representatives sends its best wishes for the hospital's continued service to Southeast Georgia.

The Truth in Gender Act of 2025 mandates that all federal agencies define and use "sex" strictly according to biological classification (male or female) in laws, documents, and records. This legislation requires the removal of language promoting "gender ideology" from federal policies and prohibits asking for gender identity on official forms. Furthermore, it directs federal entities to ensure privacy and housing in intimate spaces, such as prisons and shelters, are based on biological sex. The Act also prioritizes the enforcement of rights related to sex-based distinctions and single-sex spaces.

This resolution condemns the violent attacks on law enforcement and military personnel during recent unrest in Los Angeles, which followed federal immigration enforcement operations. It criticizes local "sanctuary policies" for allegedly contributing to the breakdown of public order and safety. Furthermore, the resolution affirms the federal government's authority to enforce immigration laws and supports prosecuting those who commit violence against law enforcement.

This bill establishes a Select Committee tasked with investigating allegations of a cover-up regarding President Biden's cognitive and physical health decline. The committee will examine the President's health status, past cancer diagnosis, the role of key individuals in any alleged concealment, and media influence. This investigative body has no legislative authority and must submit its final report, findings, and recommendations by December 31, 2025.

This resolution formally recognizes the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) as it approaches its 80th anniversary in 2025. It celebrates the GPA's massive economic contributions to Georgia, including supporting over 609,000 jobs and generating billions in annual revenue. The bill also highlights the ports' significant growth, efficiency, and future multi-billion dollar investments aimed at expanding capacity and modernizing infrastructure.