Legislative Activity

The End Dark Money Act repeals the restriction preventing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from using funds to bring transparency to the political activities of certain nonprofit organizations for Fiscal Year 2025. This action effectively removes limitations placed on the IRS regarding oversight of nonprofit political spending for that year.

The Space National Guard Establishment Act of 2025 formally creates the Space National Guard as a new state-level component of the organized militia, serving as the reserve component for the U.S. Space Force. This initial structure transfers existing Air National Guard space personnel and units in seven specified states into the new branch. The Act mandates that the Space National Guard utilize existing Air National Guard facilities and requires annual briefings to Congress on its implementation and operations for five years.

The "Protect the West Act of 2025" establishes an Outdoor and Watershed Restoration Fund and related grant and partnership programs to support restoration and resilience projects on both Federal and non-Federal lands. This act prioritizes wildfire risk reduction, habitat improvement, and job creation in resource-dependent communities. It also establishes a Restoration Fund Advisory Council to advise the Secretary of Agriculture on fund distribution and project prioritization. The act allocates $60 billion to these efforts, emphasizing collaboration, scientific rigor, and community involvement.

The Capitol Remembrance Act mandates the creation of a permanent exhibit within the Capitol Building to memorialize the January 6, 2021, attack. This exhibit will feature damaged property, photographs, and a plaque honoring law enforcement, fallen heroes, injured officers, and Capitol staff. The goal is to ensure future generations understand the events of that day and the sacrifices made to protect the Capitol. Appropriations are authorized to complete the exhibit within two years.