Legislative Activity

The SHOW UP Act of 2025 requires executive agencies to revert their telework policies to pre-pandemic levels by December 31, 2019. Any future expansion of telework must be supported by a comprehensive impact study and certified by the Office of Personnel Management to ensure it improves mission performance and reduces agency costs.

This bill asserts the constitutional right of states to defend themselves against invasion, citing the situation at the southern border from 2021-2024 as an invasion by cartels, terrorists, and criminal elements. It criticizes the Biden administration's border policies and claims the federal government failed to protect southern border states, thus empowering states to take defensive action.

The NO GOTION Act prohibits companies with ties to China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea from claiming federal green energy tax credits and deductions. By restricting these financial benefits, the bill aims to ensure that U.S. taxpayer-funded incentives are not used to support entities controlled by designated foreign adversaries.

The Empowering Law Enforcement To Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act of 2025 expands the authorized use of federal Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) funds. This legislation allows state and local agencies to specifically allocate these grants toward programs designed to combat human trafficking.

The State Border Security Reimbursement Act of 2025 mandates that the federal government reimburse states for significant expenditures made on border security and enforcement. This legislation aims to alleviate the financial burden on states that have spent over $2.5 billion on these federal responsibilities over the preceding decade. Eligible states may apply for full reimbursement of these non-federally funded costs within a specified timeframe.

The Border Security Investment Act establishes a 37-percent fee on remittance transfers sent to countries with high rates of unlawful entry into the U.S. The revenue generated from these fees is split equally into two trust funds dedicated to reimbursing border states for security expenditures and financing federal border security initiatives, such as technology, physical barriers, and personnel. Any combined fund balance exceeding $50 billion will be permanently redirected toward federal deficit reduction.

The "No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2025" amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to strictly enforce income and resource eligibility requirements for food assistance benefits. By closing existing loopholes, the bill ensures that program resources are reserved for households that meet established financial criteria. These changes will take effect one year following the date of enactment.

This bill urges the NCAA to reverse its current transgender athlete policy, arguing it discriminates against female athletes. It advocates for policies that ensure biological females compete against biological females in collegiate sports. The bill also calls on all sports governing bodies in the U.S. to protect women's sports.

The Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act requires that most federal agency rules be initiated by a senior appointee and signed by a Senate-confirmed official. This legislation aims to increase regulatory oversight and accountability by ensuring that significant rules are authorized by politically accountable leadership. Limited exemptions are permitted only when compliance would compromise public safety or security.

The "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025" amends Title IX to prohibit schools receiving federal funds from allowing males to participate in female athletic programs. Sex is defined as based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill allows males to train with female teams if it doesn't deprive females of opportunities. It also requires a study on the benefits lost to women when males participate in female sports.

The Texas Agricultural Producers Assistance Act directs the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and report on federal programs available to support Texas farmers who have suffered economic losses due to Mexico’s failure to meet water delivery obligations under the 1944 U.S.-Mexico Water Treaty. This report must be submitted to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment.

The Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement Act directs the Secretary of Agriculture to commission an independent review of the current program aimed at preventing tick-borne illnesses in cattle. This review will evaluate the program's effectiveness, funding, and impact on producers to identify potential improvements. The findings and recommendations will be submitted to Congress to help streamline operations and reduce the compliance burden on the cattle industry.

The Regulation Reduction Act of 2025 mandates that federal agencies repeal at least three existing regulations before issuing any new rule. For major rules, the legislation further requires that the cost of the new regulation be offset by the cost savings of the repealed rules. Additionally, the bill directs agencies to conduct a comprehensive review to identify and eliminate outdated, duplicative, or ineffective regulatory burdens.

The Honor Inauguration Day Act mandates that the United States flag be flown at full staff on every presidential Inauguration Day. This legislation ensures that the flag remains at its highest peak to celebrate the democratic process and the expression of the people's will, regardless of any conflicting display regulations.

The **Prosecutors Need to Prosecute Act** requires district attorneys in larger jurisdictions who receive federal Byrne grant funding to submit annual reports on their prosecution and plea agreement data for serious offenses. This legislation mandates that the Attorney General establish uniform reporting standards and publish this data publicly to increase transparency regarding prosecutorial decisions.

The Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit Title X federal funding for entities that perform abortions, with specific exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or life-endangerment. The bill also establishes new annual reporting requirements for the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding the distribution of these grants and the performance of permitted abortions.

The REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security reinstate the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP). This legislation requires that asylum seekers be returned to Mexico to await their U.S. immigration proceedings, effectively codifying the 2019 policy guidance into law.

This bill officially designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic." All future federal references to this facility will reflect this new name.

The Justice for 9/11 Act ensures that Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, Walid Muhammad Salih Mubarak Bin Attash, and Mustafa Ahmed Adam al Hawsawi remain subject to prosecution for the September 11 attacks, regardless of any existing plea agreements. The bill preserves the availability of the death penalty for these individuals and mandates strict confinement conditions at Guantanamo Bay, including solitary confinement and a prohibition on transfer to the U.S. mainland.

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office." All official references to this facility will henceforth bear this name in honor of Chief Zeb Smith.