Legislative Activity

This bill, named the "Technical Correction to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025," amends the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 to make a technical correction to the water rights settlement for the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation. It authorizes the appropriation of $5,124,902.12 for deposit into the Development Fund, to be used for adjusted interest payments.

The "BADGES for Native Communities Act" aims to improve the safety of Native communities by addressing data gaps and resource needs in law enforcement. It mandates the appointment of Tribal facilitators to improve data collection on missing and unidentified persons cases, requires reports on law enforcement staffing needs in Indian Country, and establishes a grant program for coordinating responses to missing persons and violence cases. Additionally, the Act directs studies on evidence handling and interdepartmental coordination to provide counseling resources for Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal law enforcement officers.

The "Invest to Protect Act of 2025" establishes a grant program to support local law enforcement by providing resources for training, mental health services, recruitment, and retention. These grants prioritize de-escalation training, victim-centered approaches, and officer well-being. The program emphasizes accountability through audits, reporting requirements, and transparency in officer recruitment and retention incentives. It allocates \$50 million annually from 2026 to 2030 to facilitate these improvements in law enforcement practices and community safety.

The "Strengthening Exports Against China Act" amends the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, modifying how financing rates are calculated. It excludes financing that either competes with entities on restricted lists related to national security or is provided through the Program on China and Transformational Exports from rate calculations. This change aims to bolster U.S. exports against competition from specific entities and supports the Program on China and Transformational Exports.

The "Presidential and First Spouse Coin Act of 2025" directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $1 coins honoring deceased U.S. Presidents, along with bullion coins and bronze medals emblematic of their spouses. These coins will feature designs and inscriptions as determined by the Secretary, with a new coin for each President and their spouse. If a President served without a spouse, the corresponding bullion coin is not required. All coins minted under this act are considered legal tender and numismatic items.

The "Combating Illicit Xylazine Act" aims to combat the misuse of xylazine by classifying it as a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act, mandating its tracking, and directing the Sentencing Commission to review penalties for related offenses. It also requires reports to Congress on the prevalence, trafficking, and misuse of illicit xylazine. The bill includes exemptions and delayed effective dates for certain requirements to accommodate legitimate animal uses of xylazine.

The "End Double Taxation of Successful Consumer Claims Act" allows taxpayers to deduct attorney fees and court costs related to claims of consumer protection violations. This deduction applies to a broad range of violations under federal, state, and local laws, including those related to real estate, lending, credit, debt collection, product safety, and more. This change applies to attorney fees and court costs paid in taxable years ending after the enactment date of this Act, for judgments or settlements occurring in those taxable years.

The STEAM Act aims to streamline the development of geothermal energy resources. It amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to include the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970, expanding NEPA review exemptions to geothermal resource exploration. This inclusion aims to accelerate geothermal projects by aligning them with existing streamlined processes for gas resource development.

The "Sloan Canyon Conservation and Lateral Pipeline Act" expands the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area by approximately 9,290 acres. It grants the Southern Nevada Water Authority a right-of-way to construct and operate a water pipeline within the Conservation Area. The expansion will not affect existing utility corridors or rights-of-way, and the existing management of the Conservation Area will remain the same, except for the water pipeline right-of-way.

The "Hindering Oppressive Nations from Obtaining Revenue Act" or "HONOR Act" denies foreign tax credits for taxes paid to the Russian Federation, starting 30 days after enactment, and disallows deductions for these taxes, effective 90 days after enactment. These measures will end when normal trade relations with Russia are restored. This act overrides any existing treaty obligations of the United States.

The "Apex Project, Nevada Land Transfer and Authorization Act Amendments Act" amends the 1989 Act to update definitions and authorize additional land transfers within the Apex Site to Clark County, the City of North Las Vegas, or the Apex Industrial Park Owners Association. It permits the sale of mineral materials from land grading at fair market value and ensures all land transfers comply with federal environmental laws.

The Inaugural Committee Transparency Act of 2025 amends existing law to increase transparency and accountability for Presidential Inaugural Committees. It mandates disclosure of disbursements over $200, prohibits donations from foreign nationals, and bans the use of donations for personal expenses. The act also requires leftover funds to be donated to a 501(c)(3) organization within 90 days of the inauguration.

The "Filing Relief for Natural Disasters Act" allows the Secretary to postpone federal tax deadlines, similar to federal disaster declarations, upon a written request from a state governor for a qualified state-declared disaster. It defines a "qualified state-declared disaster" as a natural catastrophe, fire, flood, or explosion, as determined by the Governor, that causes significant damage. This act also extends mandatory tax deadline extensions from 60 days to 120 days.

The Nuclear Waste Informed Consent Act requires the Secretary of Energy to obtain consent-based agreements from the governor of the state, affected local governments, any neighboring local government if nuclear waste will be transported through it, and affected Indian tribes before spending Nuclear Waste Fund money on repository activities. These agreements must be written, signed, binding, and can only be changed with everyone's consent.

The Western Wildfire Support Act of 2025 aims to bolster wildfire management through enhanced preparation, detection, suppression, and post-fire recovery efforts. It focuses on improving financial transparency, integrating local resources, deploying advanced technology, and supporting long-term ecosystem rehabilitation. The act also seeks to address challenges such as drone incursions and invasive species management. By implementing these measures, the act strives to protect communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from the devastating impacts of wildfires.

The Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2025 mandates the creation of Joint Operations Centers along the southern border to enhance coordination between federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies. These centers will serve as hubs for sharing information, coordinating operations, and tracking personnel to combat criminal activities. The Department of Homeland Security is required to report annually to Congress on the centers' operations, resources, and any communication issues, as well as recommendations for improvement.