Legislative Activity

The American CANS Act requires that the country of origin for imported canned agricultural products be clearly displayed on either the front label or the top of the can. This legislation aims to increase consumer transparency by ensuring origin information is easily accessible. The new labeling requirements will apply to products imported 18 months after the bill is enacted.

The Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act extends and strengthens critical federal programs designed to support the mental health and well-being of the health care workforce. The bill mandates annual awareness initiatives and expands grant eligibility to organizations focused on reducing administrative burdens for medical professionals. These programs are now authorized through fiscal year 2030 to ensure continued support for reducing burnout and promoting mental health services.

The Stop the Wait Act of 2025 aims to provide faster financial and medical support to individuals with disabilities by eliminating the five-month waiting period for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits by 2030. Additionally, the bill removes the 24-month Medicare waiting period for SSDI recipients who lack access to affordable health insurance, ensuring they can access necessary medical coverage sooner.

The SAFE Act amends the Controlled Substances Act to permanently classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs, providing a clear legal framework for their regulation. The bill updates penalty thresholds for the manufacturing, importation, and trafficking of these substances while establishing a scientific process for their potential rescheduling or removal. Additionally, it streamlines registration requirements for researchers to facilitate legitimate medical and scientific study of these compounds.

The Keeping Drugs Out of Schools Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to foster partnerships between community coalitions and local schools. These grants provide funding for the implementation of tailored, effective drug prevention programs to reduce substance use among youth.

The IGO Anti-Boycott Act expands existing federal law to prohibit participation in boycotts fostered or imposed by international governmental organizations, not just those by foreign countries. Additionally, the bill mandates that the President submit and publish an annual report detailing all international boycotts covered by these restrictions.

The Expanding Access to High-Impact Tutoring Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to support evidence-based, high-impact tutoring in elementary and secondary schools nationwide. The bill provides funding to state and local educational agencies to implement rigorous tutoring programs, while creating a national Advisory Board to oversee program quality, workforce development, and academic evaluation. By prioritizing schools serving low-income students, this legislation aims to accelerate student academic recovery and achievement through structured, consistent, and well-supported tutoring interventions.

The Lower Grocery Prices Act directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive 20-year study on the rising costs of groceries for U.S. consumers. The resulting report will provide Congress with data-driven recommendations aimed at identifying and implementing strategies to lower food prices.

The Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 aims to support healthcare providers by extending Medicare payment adjustments through the end of 2025. Specifically, the bill provides a 6.62 percent payment increase for services rendered between April 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025, to help practitioners adjust to evolving Medicare payment policies.

The Fighting Budget Waste Act requires the President and the Office of Management and Budget to incorporate findings from the Government Accountability Office’s reports on reducing federal fragmentation and duplication into their annual budget submissions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the OMB Director report to Congress on how these recommendations are being addressed to improve fiscal efficiency.

The Brownfields Redevelopment Tax Incentive Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends the ability for businesses to immediately deduct environmental remediation costs for qualifying projects. This legislation updates the Internal Revenue Code to define the specific timeframes during which these tax incentives remain available for property redevelopment.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' view that Congress should act to maintain the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent entity within the Federal Government. It emphasizes the USPS's role as a self-sustaining service vital to the economy and national connectivity. The resolution discourages privatization, citing concerns about increased costs, reduced services, and damage to critical infrastructure.

The Federal Firefighters Families First Act aims to improve pay equity, recruitment, and retention for federal firefighters by modernizing pay computation and establishing a maximum 60-hour regular workweek. Additionally, the bill ensures that regularly scheduled overtime is included in the calculation of federal retirement annuities. These measures seek to align federal firefighter compensation more closely with municipal standards and provide greater financial security for their families.

The **Tim Hart Wildland Firefighter Classification and Pay Parity Act** establishes a comprehensive framework to modernize the compensation, benefits, and support systems for federal wildland firefighters. The bill introduces permanent special base pay rates, new incident response premium pay, and enhanced retirement and leave benefits to ensure competitive and equitable treatment for those in the profession. Additionally, it mandates the creation of robust mental health programs, long-term health monitoring, and a casualty assistance program to better support firefighters and their families.

The MAKERS Act establishes a National Science Foundation grant program to support the research and development of makerspaces at institutions of higher education. By fostering hands-on STEM learning and collaboration, the bill aims to build a skilled workforce and provide valuable technical training to students and community members. Priority is given to projects that partner with workforce development entities, community colleges, and minority-serving institutions.

The Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act directs the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum to conduct a comprehensive study of Holocaust education in public elementary and secondary schools across the United States. This study will evaluate current curriculum standards, teaching methods, and available resources to identify gaps and improve how students learn about the Holocaust and the history of antisemitism. The findings will be compiled into a report submitted to Congress to help strengthen educational efforts in preventing hate and bigotry.

This resolution expresses gratitude and acknowledges the sacrifices made by Gold Shield Families, the families of fallen first responders. It honors these families of fallen police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and other emergency personnel. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to the President and made public, ensuring their sacrifices are remembered and recognized nationwide.

The SEWER Act (Surveilling Effluent Water for Epidemic Response Act) establishes a coordinated national wastewater surveillance system to detect and monitor the spread of dangerous pathogens, such as influenza, mpox, and SARS-CoV-2. The bill authorizes $150 million annually from 2026 through 2030 to support these public health efforts while ensuring participation by wastewater utilities remains voluntary.

The All Aboard Act mandates that Amtrak provide full refunds to passengers for trips significantly delayed or canceled due to the railroad's own operational failures. Additionally, the bill requires Amtrak to abandon its "run-to-fail" maintenance model in favor of more reliable asset management strategies. Failure to comply with these refund requirements would result in the suspension of Amtrak’s federal funding.

Recognizes and supports Catholic schools in the United States for their academic excellence, diverse communities, and values-based education. Designates January 26, 2025, to February 1, 2025, as National Catholic Schools Week, celebrating the commitment of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers to academic excellence and community service.