Legislative Activity

The "Help Hoover Dam Act" allows the Secretary of the Interior to use specific funds for activities related to the Hoover Dam. These activities include operations, maintenance, investigations, cleanup, and capital improvements within the Boulder Canyon Project. All actions must be done in consultation with Boulder Canyon Project contractors.

The Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act aims to increase affordable housing options by modifying existing tax code related to mortgage revenue bonds and mortgage credit certificates. These changes include easing refinancing restrictions, increasing limits on home improvement loans, revising recapture tax calculations, and modifying credit calculations for interest paid on certified indebtedness. The Act also extends the period for mortgage credit certificates to be in effect and allows for easier revocation of elections to issue these certificates, alongside adjusting public notice requirements and shifting reporting responsibilities from lenders to certificate issuers. Additionally, the bill mandates more detailed reporting on bond usage and provides greater flexibility in using carryforward bond authority for housing-related purposes.

The Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Activities Act aims to enhance the role of Federal Home Loan Banks in supporting housing, agriculture, small businesses, and community development. It expands the types of activities the Banks can undertake, such as grants and subsidized financing, and includes credit unions and community development financial institutions in the definition of community financial institutions. The act also modifies the Affordable Housing Program, extending its funding and allowing for disaster relief measures, and revises executive compensation to align with mission achievements. Additionally, it mandates annual reporting on collateral pledged to the Banks.

The "Mining Regulatory Clarity Act" amends mining laws to allow operators to locate multiple mill sites on public land for mining-related activities, sets a 5-acre limit for each site, and specifies that these sites do not grant mineral rights. It establishes an "Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund" using claim maintenance fees from mill sites to support abandoned mine cleanup, and makes clerical updates to existing fee regulations. The bill clarifies the use of mill sites for waste disposal and mineral development, while preserving existing claimant rights and government regulatory authority.

The "Tax Cut for Workers Act of 2025" expands the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for individuals without qualifying children by lowering the minimum age, eliminating the maximum age, and increasing credit and phaseout percentages. It also makes permanent the application of the EITC to U.S. possessions and allows taxpayers to elect to use prior year earned income when calculating the EITC if it results in a larger credit. These changes aim to provide additional tax relief to low- and moderate-income workers.

The "Supporting American Allies Act" exempts goods imported from Israel and Ukraine from tariffs imposed by a specific Executive Order focused on rectifying trade imbalances. This bill aims to support these allies by ensuring their goods are not subject to additional import taxes.

The Ruby Mountains Protection Act withdraws approximately 309,272 acres of federal land in the Ruby Mountains subdistrict of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and approximately 39,926.10 acres of federal land within the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge from mineral leasing operations. Any land acquired by the U.S. within these areas after the enactment of this act will also be withdrawn from mineral leasing. Exceptions are made for valid existing rights and non-commercial refuge management activities. Maps of the withdrawn areas will be available for public inspection at the Forest Service and United States Fish and Wildlife Service offices.

The "Combatting Money Laundering in Cyber Crime Act of 2025" expands the U.S. Secret Service's authority to investigate digital asset crimes, including those involving money transmitting businesses, money laundering, and structured transactions. It also includes amendments to existing laws, increasing the time period for certain actions related to financial crimes, and requires a report on the implementation of measures against money laundering in cybercrime.

The "SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act" amends the Social Security Act to increase the resource limits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility to $10,000 for individuals and $20,000 for couples in 2025. After 2025, these limits will be adjusted annually for inflation based on the Consumer Price Index. This update aims to allow SSI recipients to save without losing their benefits, encouraging financial stability.

The "Lower Drug Costs for Families Act" aims to lower prescription drug costs by applying inflation rebates to drugs in the commercial market. It adjusts how drug units are counted for rebate calculations under Medicare Parts B and D, changes the base years for these calculations to 2016, and excludes certain drug units from the rebate calculation. These changes are set to take effect in 2025 and 2026.

This resolution recognizes and celebrates the heritage, culture, and significant contributions of Latinas to the United States across various sectors, including the economy, arts, sciences, and military. It also acknowledges the economic disparities Latinas face, such as the wage gap, and emphasizes the importance of investing in their future to address these challenges and ensure their continued growth and impact.

The Rural Water System Disaster Preparedness and Assistance Act aims to bolster the resilience of rural water and wastewater systems against natural and manmade disasters. It establishes an Emergency Preparedness and Response Technical Assistance Program, providing grants to eligible organizations to assist these systems in disaster preparation, response, and recovery through technical assistance, equipment, and coordination efforts. The program facilitates the development of disaster plans, vulnerability assessments, and infrastructure improvements, with a focus on supporting disadvantaged communities and ensuring the sustainability of essential water services. The Act authorizes \$20 million annually from 2025 to 2029 to fund these critical initiatives.

The Cybersecurity for Rural Water Systems Act aims to protect rural water and wastewater systems from cyber threats by establishing a cybersecurity circuit rider program. This program will provide technical assistance to rural water and wastewater systems, helping them assess vulnerabilities, improve cybersecurity protocols, and address weaknesses in their cyber protection plans. The Act allocates $10 million annually from 2025 to 2029 to fund the program.

The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act aims to promote tribal empowerment and economic development through land transfers, while also focusing on conservation and development in Clark County, Nevada. It designates new wilderness areas, facilitates land conveyances to local governments for public purposes, and implements a watershed plan for the Lower Virgin River. Additionally, the act modifies land use rules in Henderson and establishes off-highway vehicle recreation areas, addressing erosion and flood control, and preserving the state's authority over fish and wildlife management. This act balances conservation, economic development, and local governance in Southern Nevada.

The "Precious Metals Parity Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code to treat income from precious metals as qualifying income for regulated investment companies (RICs). This change allows RICs to include precious metals in their portfolios while maintaining their special tax status. The amendment applies to taxable years beginning after the enactment of the Act.

This bill reauthorizes and reforms the HOME Investment Partnerships Program to increase affordable housing options by providing more funding and adjusting administrative processes. It modifies eligibility criteria, streamlines fund allocation, and allows community land trusts to acquire housing. The bill also introduces a home loan guarantee program and makes technical corrections to improve the clarity and effectiveness of existing housing legislation.

The "COMPLETE Care Act" aims to improve access to mental healthcare by providing financial incentives through Medicare for integrating behavioral health services into primary care settings. These incentives include increased payments for specific behavioral health services from 2027-2029 and technical assistance for primary care practices to adopt effective integration models. The bill ensures that increased payments will not trigger cuts to other Medicare services and allocates funding for the technical assistance program.

The PRICE Act establishes a competitive grant program to improve manufactured housing communities. These grants can fund infrastructure upgrades, housing reconstruction or replacement, community services, and other activities that enhance living conditions and affordability. The program prioritizes projects benefiting low- and moderate-income residents while preserving long-term housing affordability and allows waivers on certain regulations to facilitate grant usage.

The "Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act of 2025" broadens the Public Safety Officers' Death Benefits program to include retired law enforcement officers who die or are permanently disabled because of targeted attacks related to their prior service. This expansion applies retroactively to incidents occurring on or after January 1, 2012, and to pending or future cases. It ensures that retired officers who are victims of targeted violence stemming from their service receive the same benefits as active officers. The bill defines a retired law enforcement officer as someone who left their position in good standing, whether paid or unpaid.

The IHS Workforce Parity Act of 2025 amends the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to allow Indian Health Service scholarship and loan recipients to fulfill their service obligations through half-time clinical practice. Recipients agreeing to half-time practice must double their service period and will face breach of contract penalties if the obligation is not fulfilled. This change aims to increase access to healthcare in underserved Indian communities by providing more flexible service options for healthcare professionals.