Legislative Activity

This bill, the PUBLIC SAFETY Act, redirects federal enforcement appropriations to significantly boost funding for local law enforcement through the COPS Hiring Program and the Byrne JAG Program. It provides substantial new resources to help local governments hire more police officers and support justice initiatives. Furthermore, it waives matching fund requirements for smaller jurisdictions seeking COPS grants.

The Expanding Access to Lending Options Act modifies federal law to allow credit unions greater flexibility in real estate lending. Specifically, it increases the maximum repayment term for real estate loans from 15 to 20 years. This change aims to broaden the lending options available to credit union members.

The Internet Application I.D. Act mandates that certain websites and mobile applications clearly disclose their ownership, data storage locations, and access rights related to foreign adversary countries. Owners or distributors of a "covered service" must inform U.S. users if the service is tied to a foreign adversary or stores user data there. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is granted the authority to enforce these disclosure requirements.

The PEERS Act of 2025 aims to expand Medicare coverage for essential peer support services. This legislation mandates that Medicare begin covering services provided by certified peer support specialists at community mental health centers, rural health clinics, and Federally qualified health centers starting January 1, 2027. The bill defines these services and specialists, focusing on supporting recovery and self-empowerment for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders.

The Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act mandates that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) submit annual reports to Congress detailing the status of specific, long-pending hydropower license applications. These reports will cover new, subsequent, and original license applications where intent to file was declared at least three years prior. The goal is to increase oversight and provide clarity on the timeline and progress of these complex licensing processes.

The Electric Supply Chain Act mandates the Secretary of Energy to conduct periodic assessments of the nation's electricity generation and transmission supply chain. This process requires consultation with relevant stakeholders to identify risks and vulnerabilities. The Secretary must then report these findings, including recommendations for strengthening the supply chain and reducing reliance on foreign entities of concern, to Congress.

The BADGES for Native Communities Act aims to improve safety and data collection in Native communities through two main approaches. Title I focuses on enhancing data reporting for missing persons and death investigations by establishing a Tribal facilitator within the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System and requiring detailed reports on law enforcement resources in Indian country. Title II supports safety through demonstration programs for BIA background checks, a grant program to coordinate responses to missing or murdered cases, and studies on evidence handling and officer counseling resources.

This bill makes a technical correction to the existing Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act. Specifically, it authorizes an additional payment of over \$5.1 million into the Tribe's Development Fund to account for adjusted interest. This ensures the proper funding as outlined in the original settlement.

This act establishes six mandatory fee-free days annually for federal recreational lands and waters, aligning with significant national holidays and service-oriented dates. The goal is to encourage public service and national pride by providing free access to these lands on specific days like Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday and Juneteenth. The Secretary of the Interior retains the authority to designate further fee-free days.

The Small Business Innovation Voucher Act of 2025 establishes a grant program within the SBA to fund vouchers for small businesses to purchase research and development services from universities or non-profit labs. This program aims to foster collaboration and accelerate innovation by helping small businesses access technical expertise for developing new products. The bill authorizes $10 million annually for direct grants to small businesses, supplementing a separate state-level voucher program funded by federal grants requiring state matching funds.

This resolution officially commends and congratulates the Las Vegas Aces on winning the 2025 Women's National Basketball Association championship. It recognizes the team's remarkable season, including their historic winning streak and playoff performance. The bill also honors the individual achievements of players like A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray, as well as the leadership of Head Coach Becky Hammon. Finally, it commends the entire organization for their commitment to excellence and for representing the Las Vegas community and the State of Nevada.

The Deter Obnoxious, Nefarious, and Outrageous Telephone Calls Act of 2025, or the DO NOT Call Act, establishes new criminal penalties for willfully violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). This legislation significantly increases the severity of penalties for repeat offenders or those involved in large-scale robocalling operations. Additionally, the bill doubles the existing civil fines for providing inaccurate caller ID information.

This act, the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Integrity and Deficit Reduction Act, redirects existing federal funds to bolster reemployment services and eligibility assessments. It transfers the entire unobligated balance from a specific Internal Revenue Code fund to the Employment Security Administration Account of the Unemployment Trust Fund. These dedicated funds will support crucial programs aimed at helping individuals return to work.

The Upholding Protections for Unaccompanied Children Act of 2025 aims to strengthen protections for unaccompanied children navigating the immigration system. This bill exempts these children from various immigration-related fees, including those for asylum and employment authorization. Furthermore, it places limitations on body examinations and restricts the sharing of sponsor information with immigration enforcement agencies. The Act also mandates the refund of previously paid fees that are now waived.

The STOP Human Trafficking Act directs the Secretary of Transportation to enhance efforts to combat human trafficking within the transportation sector. This involves implementing new research, developing centralized databases and mode-specific policies for information sharing, and updating training and awareness materials informed by survivors. The Act also establishes a continuous public awareness campaign and creates a grant program to fund prevention efforts by various transportation stakeholders.

The No Nuclear Testing Without Approval Act prohibits the United States from conducting any explosive nuclear testing unless a foreign state tests first or a specific technical need is certified. Before any test, the President must notify Congress 180 days in advance, and Congress must approve the action through a joint resolution. Approval requires a two-thirds affirmative vote in the Senate, with specific, rigorous procedural requirements outlined for both chambers.

The Strengthening Rural Cooperatives and Communities Act reauthorizes and updates the vital rural cooperative development grant program through 2029. This legislation clarifies the definition of cooperative development and modifies grant scoring criteria to prioritize certain applicants. Furthermore, it enhances reporting requirements for the Secretary and the interagency working group to better track program effectiveness.

The No Coffee Tax Act prevents the imposition of new or increased tariffs on coffee products imported from countries with normal trade relations with the U.S. This measure locks in the tariff rates for coffee, husks, and coffee-containing substitutes at the level effective on January 19, 2025. The goal is to maintain stable import costs for these essential coffee products.

The Tribal Warrant Fairness Act expands the authority of the U.S. Marshals Service to include handling Tribal fugitive matters and coordinating law enforcement activities with Indian Tribes. This legislation also amends existing law to ensure that Indian Tribes are included in protections and provisions related to Federal, State, or Tribal law enforcement coordination.

This resolution officially commends and congratulates the Summerlin South Little League baseball team for winning the 2025 Little League World Series United States Championship. The bill recognizes the team's historic achievement as the first from Summerlin South to reach the World Series and only the second from Nevada to win the U.S. title. It also honors the dedication of the players, coaches, parents, and league staff who supported their success.