Legislative Activity

The Small Bank Holding Company Relief Act requires the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to update regulations to increase the consolidated asset threshold to $25 billion for bank holding companies or savings and loan holding companies.

This bill designates the House Press Gallery in the United States Capitol as the "Frederick Douglass Press Gallery" to honor his legacy as a journalist and advocate for equality. It recognizes Douglass's significant contributions to journalism, his fight against slavery, and his advocacy for equal rights, while also acknowledging his historical connection to the congressional press galleries. This designation serves as a tribute to his enduring impact on American history and journalism.

The "Financial Freedom Act of 2025" amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, preventing the Secretary of Labor from restricting the types of investments offered to individual retirement account holders who manage their own investments. It ensures fiduciaries select investments based on financial risk and return, and protects the use of self-directed brokerage windows, giving individuals more control over their retirement savings.

The CAPE Canaveral Act would move NASA headquarters to Brevard County, Florida. The move must be completed within one year of the Act's enactment.

The GARD Act updates the rules for federal employees, presidential and vice presidential candidates, and congressional member candidates regarding the acceptance and reporting of gifts from foreign entities. It broadens the scope of who must report gifts, prohibits gifts from countries of concern, and changes reporting deadlines and content. The Act also mandates public accessibility of gift listings and imposes late fees for non-compliance.

The "Pre-Pilot Pathway Act" establishes an apprenticeship program under the Department of Transportation to help individuals become commercial pilots. This program partners with certified flight training academies, allowing them to select apprentices who meet standard curriculum requirements, with the goal of addressing pilot shortages. The Act encourages experienced pilots to become instructors and requires annual reports and reviews to assess the program's effectiveness. Within one year, the Secretary of Transportation must issue regulations to implement the program.

This bill would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt premium cigars from certain tobacco regulations, defining a premium cigar based on its wrapper, binder, filler, production method, components, and weight. The bill argues that premium cigars are distinct from other tobacco products due to their limited use, adult consumer base, and lower health risks, and that state regulation is sufficient.

This bill gives legal authority to Executive Order issued on March 6, 2025, establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile.

The "America Supports Taiwan Act" mandates U.S. agencies to officially use "Taiwan" instead of "Chinese Taipei" in documents and communications, except in specific historical or international organizational contexts. This change aims to align U.S. terminology with its support for Taiwan and avoid language implying Chinese control. Agencies are required to update their websites accordingly within 14 days of the Act's enactment.

The "Safe and Smart Federal Purchasing Act" mandates a review by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget of federal procurement practices, specifically assessing the impact of the "lowest price technically acceptable" selection process on national security. A report on the review's findings must be submitted to the House and Senate committees within 180 days.

The "Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act" amends the Stafford Act to include algal blooms as a condition in which disaster relief and emergency assistance can be given. This change will allow states to receive federal assistance in the event of an algal bloom.

The "Make State Wildlife Action Plans Efficient Act of 2025" aims to streamline the approval process for state wildlife conservation programs. It mandates the Secretary to approve or deny a state's program within 180 days of submission. Failure to act within this timeframe results in automatic approval of the state's program.

The "Repeal CFPB Act" aims to eliminate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) by repealing the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010. This action would effectively reverse all changes and removals made by the 2010 Act, restoring the legal framework as it existed before the CFPB's creation.

The Value Over Cost Act of 2025 amends federal law to prioritize either the lowest overall cost or the best value when making purchases through the multiple award schedule program. This change ensures that government acquisitions through this program meet the needs of the federal government or the United States while remaining fiscally responsible.