Legislative Activity

The Security First Act aims to strengthen U.S. border security by increasing funding for state and local law enforcement through the Operation Stonegarden grant program and a new dedicated trust fund. The bill also mandates a formal review to determine if major Mexican drug cartels and criminal gangs should be designated as foreign terrorist organizations. Additionally, it requires the Department of Homeland Security to conduct comprehensive technology needs assessments and report on its recent hiring practices to improve operational capacity.

This bill asserts the constitutional right of states to defend themselves against invasion, citing the situation at the southern border from 2021-2024 as an invasion by cartels, terrorists, and criminal elements. It criticizes the Biden administration's border policies and claims the federal government failed to protect southern border states, thus empowering states to take defensive action.

The HSA Modernization Act expands access to and increases the flexibility of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for millions of Americans. The bill broadens eligibility for veterans, seniors on Medicare, and those utilizing Indian Health Service assistance, while also allowing more insurance plans to qualify as high-deductible health plans. Additionally, it increases annual contribution limits, simplifies catch-up contributions for married couples, and provides new tax-advantaged options for mental health services and long-term care.

The Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2025 expands the authorized use of federal Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) funds. This legislation allows state and local agencies to specifically allocate these grants toward programs designed to combat human trafficking.

The Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act delays the mandatory transition to electronic Clinical Quality Metrics (eCQMs) for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) until January 1, 2030. During this period, the bill establishes a pilot program to test new digital reporting methods and mandates the development of standardized, accessible reporting technology. This approach ensures ACOs can continue using existing reporting methods without penalty while the government works with stakeholders to refine future digital standards.

The Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act requires that most federal agency rules be initiated by a senior appointee and signed by a Senate-confirmed official. This legislation aims to increase regulatory oversight and accountability by ensuring that significant rules are authorized by politically accountable leadership. Limited exemptions are permitted only when compliance would compromise public safety or security.

The Hearing Protection Act aims to remove silencers from the purview of the National Firearms Act (NFA) by treating them similarly to standard firearms under federal tax law. This legislation preempts certain state and local taxes and registration requirements related to silencers involved in interstate commerce. Furthermore, the bill mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records and updates federal marking requirements for manufacturers.

The FORCE Act prohibits the President and the Secretary of State from removing Cuba from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list. This restriction remains in effect until the administration certifies that Cuba has met the specific democratic and human rights requirements outlined in the LIBERTAD Act of 1996.

The "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025" amends Title IX to prohibit schools receiving federal funds from allowing males to participate in female athletic programs. Sex is defined as based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill allows males to train with female teams if it doesn't deprive females of opportunities. It also requires a study on the benefits lost to women when males participate in female sports.

The Regulation Reduction Act of 2025 mandates that federal agencies repeal at least three existing regulations before issuing any new rule. For major rules, the legislation further requires that the cost of the new regulation be offset by the cost savings of the repealed rules. Additionally, the bill directs agencies to conduct a comprehensive review to identify and eliminate outdated, duplicative, or ineffective regulatory burdens.

The Healthcare Freedom and Choice Act nullifies a recent federal rule that restricted the availability of short-term, limited-duration insurance plans. By overturning this regulation, the bill ensures that these alternative health insurance options remain accessible to consumers, regardless of their compliance with Affordable Care Act mandates.

The "Make Greenland Great Again Act" authorizes the President to initiate negotiations with the Kingdom of Denmark to acquire Greenland for the United States. The bill establishes a formal process for congressional review, requiring any resulting acquisition agreement to be submitted to specific committees for a 60-day approval period.

The Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act prohibits the EPA from granting waivers for state emission standards that restrict the sale or use of new internal combustion engine vehicles. Additionally, the bill requires the revocation of any existing waivers granted since January 1, 2022, that conflict with this new federal policy.

The Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit Title X federal funding for entities that perform abortions, with specific exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or life-endangerment. The bill also establishes new annual reporting requirements for the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding the distribution of these grants and the performance of permitted abortions.

The Organ Donation Referral Improvement Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive study on the effectiveness of electronic automated referral systems for organ donation. This study will evaluate how these systems can streamline the identification of potential donors, improve efficiency, and increase donation volumes. Ultimately, the report will provide recommendations and a roadmap for the nationwide adoption of these automated technologies.

This bill officially designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic." All future federal references to this facility will reflect this new name.

The Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025 authorizes the President to initiate formal negotiations with the Government of Panama to reacquire the Panama Canal. The legislation also mandates that the President provide Congress with a progress report on these negotiations within 180 days of enactment.

The Border Safety and Security Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to suspend the entry of inadmissible aliens at U.S. borders to maintain operational control. It mandates a suspension of entry whenever the government lacks the capacity to properly detain or monitor these individuals. Additionally, the bill empowers state attorneys general to sue the federal government to enforce these border security requirements.

The "Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution" allows Members of the House, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner who have recently given birth or whose spouse has given birth to designate another Member to vote on their behalf in the House, in committee, and in the Committee of the Whole for a period of 12 weeks. This proxy voting authority can begin before the birth if a doctor advises that the pregnancy presents a serious medical condition or that she is unable to travel safely. The resolution outlines specific procedures for designating, changing, and revoking proxy designations, ensuring transparency and adherence to instructions. Members whose votes are cast by proxy will not be counted for quorum purposes.

The REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security reinstate the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP). This legislation requires that asylum seekers be returned to Mexico to await their U.S. immigration proceedings, effectively codifying the 2019 policy guidance into law.