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S. 453
119th CongressFeb 6th 2025
Wildfire Intelligence Collaboration and Coordination Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

This bill establishes a Wildfire Intelligence Center to improve coordination, research, and data sharing among federal, state, tribal, and private entities to enhance wildfire management and prediction.

Alejandro Padilla
D

Alejandro Padilla

Senator

CA

S. 456
119th CongressFeb 6th 2025
STEAM Act
IN COMMITTEE

The STEAM Act amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to streamline NEPA review for geothermal energy projects, similar to existing processes for gas projects.

Catherine Cortez Masto
D

Catherine Cortez Masto

Senator

NV

S. 478
119th CongressFeb 6th 2025
Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

Prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs from sending veterans' personal information to the national instant criminal background check system based only on the fact that the veteran requires assistance managing their benefits, unless a court determines the veteran is a danger to themselves or others.

John Kennedy
R

John Kennedy

Senator

LA

S. 475
119th CongressFeb 6th 2025
Alternatives to PAIN Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Alternatives to PAIN Act" aims to lower patient costs and increase access to non-opioid pain management drugs under Medicare Part D by waiving deductibles, setting a low cost-sharing tier, and removing step therapy or prior authorization requirements, starting in 2026.

Thom Tillis
R

Thom Tillis

Senator

NC

S. 161
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
She Develops Regulations In Vehicle Equality and Safety Act
AWAITING SENATE

The "She DRIVES Act" mandates updates to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards to include female crash test dummies and injury criteria, and requires reports on incorporating advanced testing devices into safety regulations.

Deb Fischer
R

Deb Fischer

Senator

NE

S. 424
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act of 2025" modifies regulations to enhance 403(b) retirement plans for employees of charities and educational institutions by adjusting securities laws.

Katie Britt
R

Katie Britt

Senator

AL

S. 260
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Enhancement Act
AWAITING SENATE

The "Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Enhancement Act" aims to improve hygienic standards for handling breast milk, baby formula, and related items during airport security screenings, ensuring minimal contamination and regular compliance audits.

Tammy Duckworth
D

Tammy Duckworth

Senator

IL

S. 315
119th CongressFeb 5th 2025
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
AWAITING SENATE

This bill requires that all new vehicles manufactured or sold in the United States include AM radio as standard equipment, ensuring continued access to emergency alerts and information.

Edward Markey
D

Edward Markey

Senator

MA

S. 383
119th CongressFeb 4th 2025
JOBS Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "JOBS Act of 2025" expands Pell Grant eligibility to students enrolled in short-term job training programs that lead to credentials in high-demand fields.

Timothy Kaine
D

Timothy Kaine

Senator

VA

S. 401
119th CongressFeb 4th 2025
Fair Access to Banking Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Fair Access to Banking Act aims to prevent financial institutions from denying services to individuals or businesses based on subjective or political reasons, ensuring fair and impartial access to financial services.

Kevin Cramer
R

Kevin Cramer

Senator

ND

S. 364
119th CongressFeb 3rd 2025
Hearing Protection Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Hearing Protection Act" seeks to deregulate and ease restrictions on firearm silencers by treating them like firearms, preempting state laws, and altering tax and record-keeping requirements.

Michael Crapo
R

Michael Crapo

Senator

ID

S. 356
119th CongressFeb 3rd 2025
Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

Extends the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 through fiscal year 2026, providing continued payments to states and counties with federal land and extending authorities for special projects and resource advisory committees. It also makes technical corrections to the original act.

Michael Crapo
R

Michael Crapo

Senator

ID

S. 339
119th CongressJan 30th 2025
Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill expands Medicare coverage to include FDA-approved multi-cancer early detection screening tests, starting January 1, 2028, with specific age and frequency limitations, while preserving existing Medicare-covered cancer screenings.

Michael Crapo
R

Michael Crapo

Senator

ID

S. 349
119th CongressJan 30th 2025
Fire-Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Fire-Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2025" allows the Department of Agriculture to permit electrical utilities to remove trees near power lines on National Forest System land without a timber sale, under certain conditions.

Alejandro Padilla
D

Alejandro Padilla

Senator

CA

S. 350
119th CongressJan 30th 2025
Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The Wildfire Emergency Act of 2025 aims to improve wildfire resilience through forest restoration, community protection, and workforce development by leveraging financial agreements, upgrading infrastructure, and promoting community involvement. It focuses on landscape-scale restoration, energy resilience, advanced wildfire technology, and community-based land stewardship.

Alejandro Padilla
D

Alejandro Padilla

Senator

CA

S.RES. 49
119th CongressJan 30th 2025
A resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".
SENATE PASSED

Designates the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week" to recognize the importance and achievements of these institutions in providing culturally relevant education and workforce preparation to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other students.

Martin Heinrich
D

Martin Heinrich

Senator

NM

S. 334
119th CongressJan 30th 2025
American Values Act
IN COMMITTEE

The American Values Act seeks to permanently prohibit the use of foreign aid and Peace Corps funds for abortions, involuntary sterilizations, related biomedical research, and lobbying activities.

James Risch
R

James Risch

Senator

ID

S.RES. 44
119th CongressJan 29th 2025
A resolution designating the week of January 26 through February 1, 2025, as "National School Choice Week".
IN COMMITTEE

Designates January 26 - February 1, 2025, as "National School Choice Week" to recognize the importance of diverse education options and parental empowerment in K-12 education. Encourages awareness and celebration of educational choice nationwide.

Tim Scott
R

Tim Scott

Senator

SC

S. 5
119th CongressJan 29th 2025
Laken Riley Act
SIGNED

The Laken Riley Act mandates the detention of aliens who commit theft and empowers state attorneys general to sue the Department of Homeland Security or the Secretary of State over immigration enforcement failures.

Katie Britt
R

Katie Britt

Senator

AL

S. 292
119th CongressJan 29th 2025
Educational Choice for Children Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Educational Choice for Children Act of 2025" creates federal tax credits for individuals and corporations who donate to scholarship granting organizations that provide private school scholarships to eligible students, with a capped volume that increases based on usage. It also protects the autonomy of scholarship organizations and the private schools that receive these funds from government interference.

Bill Cassidy
R

Bill Cassidy

Senator

LA