Legislative Activity

The Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl (HALT Fentanyl) Act aims to combat the opioid crisis by immediately classifying structurally similar fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances. The bill also streamlines the registration process for researchers working with Schedule I drugs and strengthens criminal penalties for trafficking these compounds. The Attorney General is required to issue implementing rules within six months of enactment.

This bill establishes the Communications Security Act, which mandates the creation of a new advisory body, the Council on Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability, within the FCC. This Council will advise the FCC on enhancing the security and functionality of U.S. communications networks. Membership appointments are subject to the FCC Chair's discretion to exclude any entity deemed "not trusted" due to foreign influence or national security concerns. The Council is required to submit regular public reports with recommendations to the FCC Chair.

This Act officially renames the Salem Maritime National Historic Site to the Salem Maritime National Historical Park. It also directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on expanding the park's boundaries to include historically significant maritime, coastal defense, and military sites in Salem, Massachusetts. The results of this boundary study must be reported to Congress within three years of funding becoming available.

The Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act requires a comprehensive report on the security of current mobile service networks against cyberattacks and foreign surveillance. This report must analyze existing vulnerabilities, the adoption of strong encryption, and customer awareness of security risks. The goal is to provide Congress with an unclassified assessment of the security landscape, excluding 5G protocols.

This Act establishes the **Consumer Safety Technology Act** to explore the use of emerging technologies in consumer protection. It mandates the CPSC to launch a pilot program using **Artificial Intelligence (AI)** to enhance product safety monitoring. Furthermore, the law directs studies on the potential of **Blockchain Technology** for fraud prevention and requires the FTC to report on unfair practices involving **digital tokens**.

The FEHB Protection Act of 2025 is a massive, multi-title legislative package that enacts sweeping changes across federal agriculture, defense spending, energy leasing, and immigration enforcement. Key provisions include overhauling SNAP benefits and state administrative cost-sharing, dramatically increasing the defense industrial base budget, accelerating fossil fuel leasing on public lands, and imposing significant new fees on nearly all immigration filings. Furthermore, the bill extends middle-class tax relief, restructures student loan repayment, rescinds numerous environmental funding streams, and allocates billions toward border security infrastructure and personnel.

This resolution establishes the process for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on the Senate's amended version of the budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1). It allows the House to immediately take up the bill and vote on agreeing to the Senate's changes after a limited one-hour debate. This procedural measure streamlines the path for the reconciliation bill to move forward.

This resolution formally condemns the violent riots that occurred in Los Angeles in June 2025 following immigration enforcement actions. It strongly disapproves of the criminal activity, violence against law enforcement, and disruption of essential services during the unrest. The bill also criticizes state and local leadership for their alleged failure to contain the disorder. Ultimately, Congress calls for peace, cooperation between federal and state agencies, and expresses gratitude to law enforcement personnel.

The Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) publish monthly public reports detailing the number and nationalities of "special interest aliens" encountered. These reports must break down encounters by geographic region and location (e.g., port of entry vs. interior). The initial report must also retroactively cover this data from January 20, 2021, through January 19, 2025.

The Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025 amends immigration law to address driving while intoxicated or impaired (DWI/DUI) offenses. This legislation establishes that a conviction for, or admission to the underlying acts of, a DWI/DUI offense makes a non-citizen inadmissible to the United States or deportable if already present. This applies regardless of whether the offense is classified as a misdemeanor or felony under local law.

This resolution strongly condemns the horrific attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, which resulted in the deaths of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband. It honors the victims, praises the bravery of first responders, and calls for unity across the nation to reject political violence. The bill emphasizes the critical need for civil debate over violence to protect American democracy.

This resolution establishes the expedited rules for the House of Representatives to consider four separate items: the Fiscal Year 2026 Military Construction appropriations bill (H.R. 3944), a bill requiring monthly reporting on special interest aliens encountered at the border, a bill making DUI/DWI convictions grounds for inadmissibility/deportation, and a resolution condemning the June 2025 Los Angeles riots. The resolution waives most procedural objections and strictly limits debate time for each measure to ensure swift consideration and votes.

This Act directs the SEC to expand its support for small businesses seeking capital, with a specific focus on traditionally underrepresented groups. The SEC must now provide targeted educational materials and host outreach events for businesses owned by women or minorities, those in rural areas, or those impacted by natural disasters. Additionally, the bill mandates annual meetings between the SEC and state securities commissions to improve coordination in supporting small business capital formation.

The Fair Investment Opportunities for Professional Experts Act updates the definition of an "accredited investor" to expand access to certain investment opportunities. This bill lowers the net worth threshold to \$1 million while excluding a primary residence from the calculation, and it introduces new qualification paths based on specific income levels or professional financial licensing. The SEC is required to update its regulations to reflect these changes within 180 days of the Act's passage.

The Sanction Sea Pirates Act of 2025 mandates the President to impose asset freezes and entry bans on foreign individuals knowingly involved in piracy, responding to a recent surge in attacks off the Somali Coast. This legislation directs the U.S. government to cooperate with international partners to combat global maritime threats. The Act includes specific exemptions for humanitarian aid and U.S. national security operations.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent rule issued by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) concerning the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, this measure nullifies the specific OCC regulation regarding bank mergers. If enacted, the disapproved rule will have no legal force or effect.

This Joint Resolution uses the Congressional Review Act to formally disapprove and nullify an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule. The rejected rule concerned the reclassification of major sources of pollution as area sources under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act. Consequently, the EPA's December 29, 2023, final rule will have no legal effect.

The District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 prohibits the District of Columbia from enacting or maintaining any laws or policies that restrict cooperation with federal, state, or local entities on immigration enforcement matters. This legislation mandates that D.C. officials must share information regarding citizenship or immigration status and comply with lawful detainer requests from the Department of Homeland Security. Essentially, the Act prevents D.C. from operating as a sanctuary jurisdiction.

This resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a recent rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning California's motor vehicle and engine pollution control standards. Specifically, it rejects the EPA's proposed regulations covering heavy-duty vehicle emissions, warranties, maintenance, and zero-emission vehicle provisions. By disapproving the rule under the Congressional Review Act, Congress effectively nullifies the EPA's action.

This joint resolution expresses Congressional disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) rule regarding California's "Advanced Clean Cars II" vehicle pollution standards. By rejecting this rule, Congress is effectively canceling the EPA's decision to grant California a waiver allowing it to set stricter emission standards than federal law typically permits. Consequently, the approved California standards will not take effect.