Legislative Activity

This bill designates March 27, 2025, as "National Women in Agriculture Day" to recognize the vital role of women in agriculture. It highlights women's contributions as producers, educators, leaders, and mentors in the field. The bill encourages all citizens to acknowledge and celebrate the positive impact of women on U.S. agriculture.

The Guidance Clarity Act mandates that federal agencies include a "guidance clarity statement" on all guidance documents, clarifying that these documents do not have the force of law and are only intended to provide clarity on existing legal requirements or agency policies. This statement must be prominently displayed on the first page of the guidance. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is directed to issue guidance to implement this Act within 90 days of enactment.

The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to include loan repayments or loan forgiveness programs aimed at increasing access to veterinary services, specifically those under the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977. This change applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

This bill recognizes and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps on November 10, 2025. It acknowledges the Marine Corps' distinguished history, readiness, and role as a premier fighting force. The bill also encourages Americans to celebrate the anniversary through various activities and community engagement.

The "Protecting Kids from Fentanyl Act of 2025" allows states to use federal grants to purchase naloxone for schools and train staff on its administration. It also supports providing fentanyl awareness education to students. This aims to equip schools with resources to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses among students.

The "Helene Small Business Recovery Act" allows the President to waive the rule against receiving duplicate benefits from different federal programs after a major disaster or emergency, upon a Governor's request. The President can grant this waiver if it's in the public's best interest and won't lead to misuse or fraud, considering factors like cost-effectiveness, fairness, and FEMA's recommendations. The President must approve or deny the waiver within 45 days, and loans cannot be considered a duplication of assistance if all federal aid is used for disaster-related losses. This applies to major disasters declared in 2023 or 2024.

The Safer Skies Act of 2025 expands security screening requirements for air carrier operations that operate under specific regulations, conduct passenger-carrying operations for compensation, offer individual seats in advance, provide publicly available schedules, operate airplanes with more than nine passenger seats, and do not use TSA-managed checkpoints. This act mandates that these operations comply with security screening standards outlined in federal regulations and requires the TSA Administrator to revise rules and policies to ensure compliance.

The "Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act" directs the Attorney General to produce a series of reports analyzing attacks against law enforcement officers, unreported aggression towards officers, and the mental health and wellness of officers. These reports will include data collection and recommendations for improving training programs, protective gear, and mental health resources for law enforcement. The goal is to provide federal resources to law enforcement and deter attacks against officers. The Attorney General will consult with various stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies and relevant organizations, to develop these reports.

The Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act mandates terrorism-related sanctions on the Popular Resistance Committees (PRC) and associated individuals/entities due to their involvement in terrorist activities, including the October 7, 2023, attack against Israel. It requires the President to block assets and impose visa restrictions on those affiliated with the PRC, with exceptions for national security and humanitarian reasons. Additionally, the Act directs the Secretary of State to report to Congress on whether Lions Den and the PRC should be designated as Specially Designated Global Terrorists.

The Paycheck Fairness Act aims to strengthen and enhance enforcement of equal pay requirements by redefining "sex," modifying the "bona fide factor" defense for pay disparities, broadening the definition of "same establishment," strengthening non-retaliation protections, and enhancing penalties for employers who violate equal pay provisions. The Act also requires training programs, research, education, and outreach initiatives to eliminate pay disparities, and establishes a National Award for Pay Equity in the Workplace. Additionally, the Act directs the EEOC to collect compensation data, reinstates pay equity programs, prohibits the use of wage history in determining salary, and establishes a National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force to improve compliance and enforcement of equal pay laws.

The "FRIDGE Act of 2025" aims to bolster the export of U.S. agricultural products by improving infrastructure in developing foreign markets. It directs the Secretary to collaborate with trade organizations to provide assessments, training, and technical assistance, specifically targeting cold chain capacity and port improvements to prevent damage to U.S. agricultural commodities. The act authorizes $1,000,000 annually from 2026 to 2030 for these activities, with unused funds being reallocated to the existing program. This initiative seeks to reduce food loss, promote trade, and enhance nutrition by strengthening global supply chains.

The FAIR Act of 2025 aims to promote equitable treatment of osteopathic and allopathic medical school graduates in hospital residency programs. It requires hospitals to report data on residency applicants and acceptances from both types of medical schools, and to affirm their consideration of both DO and MD candidates. Hospitals that fail to comply will face a reduction in Medicare payments, and the collected data will be made public. This act does not mandate hospitals to accept students from either type of medical school.

The SHARE Act of 2025 allows the FBI to share criminal history records with state licensing authorities for background checks required by interstate compacts. States can only use this information for these specific background checks and must adhere to federal regulations regarding its use and dissemination. This ensures that individuals seeking licenses or privileges to work in compact member states undergo necessary criminal history screenings. The bill defines key terms to ensure consistent interpretation and implementation across states.

The Air National Guard Squadron Preservation Act of 2025 aims to modernize the Air National Guard fighter fleet by integrating fifth-generation fighter aircraft and advanced capability fighter aircraft. It requires the Secretary of the Air Force to maintain production of these aircraft until all legacy fighters in the Air National Guard are replaced and orders a study on the necessity of advanced fighter aircraft in both active and reserve Air Force components. Additionally, the Comptroller General must review fighter aircraft procurement and offer solutions to challenges. The Act mandates regular reports to Congress on the progress of these modernization efforts.

This bill validates the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as a valid part of the U.S. Constitution. It asserts that the ERA has been ratified by the required number of states, regardless of any previously set time limits.

This bill establishes the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization to improve the data collection and reporting processes of the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The commission will identify ways to modernize NASS, improve data quality, accelerate the use of new technologies, and increase transparency. The commission will submit a report to the President and the Agriculture Committees of the House and Senate with recommendations for administrative, regulatory, and legislative changes. The bill authorizes $1,000,000 to carry out the provisions of the bill.

The National Strategy for School Security Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Secretary of Education, to develop a national strategy to protect schools from terrorist threats. This strategy will detail federal programs, spending, and activities related to school security, identify vulnerabilities, and set goals to address these vulnerabilities. The strategy will be submitted to specific committees in the House and Senate within one year of enactment and updated annually through 2033, if needed. The strategy aims to streamline efforts, consider existing evaluations, and avoid duplicating work related to school security against terrorism.

The PARA–EMT Act of 2025 addresses the critical shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics by establishing grant programs to support the recruitment, training, and retention of EMS personnel, with a focus on rural areas and veterans. It directs the Department of Labor, in coordination with Health and Human Services, to study the EMT and paramedic workforce and provide recommendations to Congress on addressing projected shortages. The Act aims to improve access to and enhance the quality of emergency medical services nationwide.

The "Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2025" amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, expanding SNAP eligibility for disabled veterans. It includes veterans with a 60% or higher disability rating, those with multiple disabilities totaling 70% or higher with one at 40%, those catastrophically disabled, and those under 65 receiving certain pensions. These changes will take effect on October 1, 2030.

The Physician Led and Rural Access to Quality Care Act modifies the Social Security Act to revise physician self-referral exemptions, particularly for rural hospitals. It exempts "covered rural hospitals" located in rural areas far from other hospitals from certain restrictions. Additionally, it allows existing physician-owned hospitals to expand their facilities.