Legislative Activity

The Public Service Worker Protection Act amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to include state, federal, and local governments as employers, thereby extending OSHA protections to public service workers. This change ensures that public employees receive the same workplace safety standards and protections as those in the private sector. The Act will take effect 90 days after enactment for most entities, and 36 months after enactment for states without an approved state plan.

The HAVEN Act aims to expand housing access and affordability by adjusting rental payment calculations, extending funding for key housing programs, and adding "lawful source of income" as a protected category under the Fair Housing Act. It establishes a housing navigation grant program to assist families in finding suitable housing and mandates the use of small area fair market rents for the Housing Choice Voucher Program. The act also expands the Housing Choice Voucher Program by allocating additional vouchers and ensuring eligible families are entitled to assistance. Finally, it directs HUD to factor in approval speed for families and landlords under the Section 8 Management Assessment Program.

The "Stop Subsidizing Multimillion Dollar Corporate Bonuses Act" modifies Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code, broadening the definition of "covered individual" to include more employees and modifying the definition of "publicly held corporation." This change prevents companies from deducting excessive employee remuneration, applying to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024. The Secretary is authorized to issue regulations and guidance to implement these changes and prevent companies from avoiding the rules.

This resolution acknowledges the 50th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon, honoring the Vietnamese American community's contributions to the U.S. and their pursuit of freedom and democracy. It recognizes the sacrifices of the South Vietnamese and U.S. militaries during the Vietnam War, while reaffirming the U.S. commitment to human rights and freedom for all, including in Vietnam. The resolution encourages Americans to remember Black April and celebrate the Vietnamese American community.

The Equality Act amends existing civil rights laws to explicitly include protections against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity in areas such as public accommodations, employment, housing, credit, and jury selection. It clarifies and expands the definition of sex to include sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics. The act ensures equal access to shared facilities and prohibits the use of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 to justify discrimination. Ultimately, the Equality Act seeks to provide consistent and comprehensive protections against discrimination for LGBTQ+ individuals and women across various sectors.

The "Tenants Right to Organize Act" ensures tenants in housing choice voucher and low-income housing tax credit programs have the right to form and participate in tenant organizations without fear of retaliation. It requires Public Housing Agencies and owners to recognize these organizations, consider tenant concerns, and provide meeting spaces. The Act also establishes an enforcement protocol for violations of these rights and provides funding for tenant outreach, training, and resident councils.

The "Oligarch Act of 2025" introduces a wealth tax on individuals and trusts with substantial assets, setting tiered tax rates based on the value of net taxable assets. It establishes valuation rules, special considerations for trusts and non-resident aliens, and mandates annual audits for a significant percentage of taxpayers subject to the tax. The act also includes provisions for information reporting, payment extensions under specific circumstances, and penalties for wealth tax valuation understatements. This tax is not deductible from income taxes and takes effect for calendar years following the bill's enactment.

The WISE Act aims to strengthen protections and expand immigration benefits for non-citizen survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes. It reforms the U visa program, broadens protections for battered spouses and children, limits the detention and removal of survivors, and enhances access to information and services. The bill also addresses issues related to waivers, step-children, visa caps, and naturalization requirements for survivors of abuse. Overall, the Act seeks to remove obstacles and provide timely access to immigration relief for vulnerable immigrants.

This resolution expresses support for library staff and the essential services libraries provide, recognizing their role in connecting communities with information, resources, and social services. It emphasizes the need for adequate funding to support libraries and protect the rights of library workers. The resolution also reaffirms the public's right to access information and the importance of libraries as vital infrastructure for the future.

This bill supports the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day" to recognize her lifelong commitment to activism, including co-founding the United Farm Workers Union and advocating for civil rights. It celebrates her achievements in improving Latino voting access, ensuring safer working conditions, and promoting feminism and women's equality. The bill also acknowledges her numerous awards and ongoing work through the Dolores Huerta Foundation.

This resolution requests the President to submit documents to the House of Representatives regarding the use of insecure electronic communication platforms for official business and the Administration's adherence to federal record laws. It seeks information on plans to preserve official communications, particularly those involving national security information, and to prevent the deletion of records on platforms like Signal and WhatsApp. The request covers communications on both government and personal devices and demands unredacted copies of relevant documents within 14 days.

The American Family Act establishes a refundable child tax credit with monthly advance payments, providing up to $300 per month per child, and creates a $500 tax credit for other dependents. The amount of the credit is reduced based on the taxpayer's income, with initial reductions starting at $150,000 for joint returns. The IRS will make monthly advance payments and establish an online portal for taxpayers to manage their payments and provide necessary information. This act terminates the existing annual child tax credit after 2024 and aims to provide regular financial support to families.

This bill requests the President and Secretary of Education to provide the House of Representatives with all documents and communications relating to the closure of the Department of Education, workforce reductions, and the impact of downsizing on the department's ability to enforce federal education laws. The request includes all records pertaining to the Secretary of Education's March 3, 2025, communication to staff, "Our Department's Final Mission," and any presidential executive order directing the department's closure. All documents must be submitted to the House within 14 days of the resolution's adoption.

The "Hands Off Medicaid and SNAP Act of 2025" prevents any reconciliation bill from reducing Medicaid enrollment or benefits, or SNAP eligibility or benefits, through January 20, 2029. It amends the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to enforce this protection, ensuring these vital programs remain untouched by budget cuts. Violations of this act will be subject to a point of order.

This bill urges the U.S. to prioritize a world free of nuclear weapons and lead a global effort to prevent nuclear war. It calls for negotiations with other nuclear-armed countries to halt the buildup of nuclear arsenals, reduce/eliminate them, and pursue verifiable arms control agreements. The bill also advocates for policies such as renouncing the first use of nuclear weapons, ending the "hair-trigger" alert posture, and maintaining the global moratorium on nuclear explosive testing. Additionally, it emphasizes the need to protect communities and workers affected by nuclear weapons through remediation, health monitoring, and economic transition planning.

This resolution requests the President to submit documents and communications to the House of Representatives regarding the termination, reassignment, or administrative leave of federal employees and Inspectors General, particularly those influenced by Elon Musk or related to DEI roles. The request covers actions and communications since January 20, 2025, including those related to workforce reduction and the removal of agency inspectors general. The President is required to provide these unedited documents within 14 days of the resolution's adoption.

This resolution requests the President to submit documents to the House of Representatives regarding potential conflicts of interest of Elon Musk. The documents should pertain to Musk's involvement with the Federal Government, including his role with the United States DOGE Service, government contracts involving entities he owns or controls, and any related conflicts of interest. The President is required to provide these unredacted documents within 14 days of the resolution's adoption.

The Ending PUSHOUT Act of 2025 aims to improve data collection on discriminatory school discipline practices, reduce instructional time lost due to excessive disciplinary removals, and prevent the criminalization of students, particularly girls of color. It authorizes grants for local educational agencies to implement alternatives to exclusionary discipline and establishes a joint task force to address the pushout of girls of color from schools. The bill prohibits the use of funds for school-based law enforcement and surveillance equipment, and promotes trauma-informed and culturally sustaining practices. It also allocates funding for data collection, grant programs, and the joint task force.

The "Raise the Wage Act of 2025" aims to increase the federal minimum wage to $17.00 per hour over five years, after which it will be annually adjusted based on the median hourly wage of all employees. The bill also gradually raises the minimum wage for tipped employees until it matches the standard minimum wage, while ensuring they retain all tips. Additionally, it increases and then eliminates the subminimum wage for newly hired employees under 20 and individuals with disabilities, promoting fair wages for all workers.

The "Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act" aims to improve school safety and student outcomes by eliminating federal funding for law enforcement officers in schools and instead investing in mental health services, trauma-informed support, and positive behavioral interventions. This bill prioritizes support for marginalized students and seeks to create more welcoming and inclusive school environments through community engagement and evidence-based practices. The Act establishes a grant program to help local educational agencies transition away from relying on police in schools and towards comprehensive support systems. It also requires transparency and accountability through public reporting on the use of funds and student discipline data.