Legislative Activity

This bill amends federal law to explicitly include violations related to rioting within the definition of "racketeering activity." By adding this specific crime to the list under Title 18, Section 1961(1), the legislation makes participation in such activities subject to serious federal racketeering charges. This change treats rioting violations similarly to other established offenses like bribery or extortion for the purposes of federal prosecution.

The Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act strictly prohibits the Federal Reserve from directly or indirectly issuing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) to individuals. This legislation prevents the Fed from developing, testing, or implementing any digital currency that functions as a direct liability of the Federal Reserve. Furthermore, Congress asserts that any authority to create such a digital asset must explicitly come from Congress itself.

This bill requires states to reimburse the federal government for the costs of deploying military forces, such as the National Guard, when state or local obstruction of federal immigration enforcement leads to civil unrest. If a state fails to pay the resulting invoice from the Department of Defense within 180 days, the President is authorized to withhold federal discretionary grant funds to cover the debt. This legislation establishes financial accountability for local interference with federal immigration operations.

The TRANS MICE Act prohibits the use of federal funds for animal research that involves interventions like drugs or surgery intended to alter a non-human vertebrate animal's body to change its biological sex characteristics. This ban specifically targets research that disrupts natural development or physical appearance, while exempting animals that naturally change sex or possess both reproductive organs.

The Restoring Equal Opportunity Act aims to eliminate "disparate-impact liability" across major federal laws. This bill prohibits lawsuits claiming discrimination based solely on the unintended, disproportionate negative effect of a rule or practice. Consequently, it removes the ability to challenge employment and housing practices unless discriminatory intent can be proven. The Act also nullifies specific prior regulatory approvals related to civil rights enforcement.

The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act generally prohibits federal agencies from banning the use of lead ammunition or tackle on federal lands and waters open to hunting or fishing. Exceptions are allowed only for specific federal units where scientific data proves lead use is causing wildlife decline, and the restriction aligns with state law or policy. This legislation aims to maintain traditional hunting and fishing practices across most federal domains.

The PREP Repeal Act aims to eliminate liability protections previously granted to manufacturers of products used during public health emergencies. This legislation repeals specific sections of the Public Health Service Act that shielded entities from lawsuits related to pandemic countermeasures. Crucially, the Act preserves the right of individuals to sue for injuries caused by drugs, devices, or countermeasures developed or administered during a crisis.

This bill amends the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Comptroller General to obtain prior approval from Congress before initiating a civil action against the executive branch for withholding appropriated funds. Specifically, the Comptroller General must receive authorization via a concurrent resolution from Congress to file such a lawsuit. This measure shifts the authority to sue over impoundments from the Comptroller General's discretion to one requiring explicit Congressional consent.

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 bill, the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act, declares that any final pandemic agreement resulting from the World Health Organization's negotiations must be treated as a formal treaty. This ensures that the United States cannot implement such an agreement without receiving the advice and consent of two-thirds of the Senate. Furthermore, the policy of the United States is established to fully support Taiwan's participation in the WHO.

The Wildfire Infrastructure and Landowner Tax Relief Act of 2025 (WILTR Act) aims to incentivize wildfire prevention efforts by landowners. This bill excludes certain federal grants received for hazardous fuel reduction activities from gross income, making them tax-free. Additionally, it creates a new above-the-line tax deduction for qualified expenditures landowners make on certified fire mitigation work on their property.

The Association Health Plans Act amends federal law to allow certain groups or associations of employers to sponsor a single group health plan, treating them as a single employer for coverage purposes. This aims to expand access to health coverage by enabling broader risk pooling across different industries. The bill establishes specific criteria these associations must meet to qualify, including minimum size and operational standards. Finally, it outlines rules for setting premium rates and prohibits discrimination based on health status for plans established under this Act.

The Haskell Indian Nations University Improvement Act establishes Haskell Indian Nations University as a federally chartered corporation, granting it greater independence from the Bureau of Indian Education. This restructuring creates an independent Board of Trustees to govern the tuition-free institution dedicated to educating Native American students. The Act also establishes an endowment program and sets forth new operational, financial, and reporting requirements for the University.

The Protecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act establishes a new federal bankruptcy exemption allowing individuals filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 to keep their firearms. Specifically, debtors can now exempt their aggregate interest in a single firearm or collection of firearms up to a total value of \$3,000. This change applies only to bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date the Act is enacted into law.

The Patriotism Not Pride Act prohibits federal agencies from using taxpayer funds to promote or officially recognize Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI+) Pride Month activities. Furthermore, the bill bans the flying of any flag representing sexual orientation or gender identity on federal property. This legislation aims to restrict federal endorsement and celebration of these specific recognitions.

The Expedited Removal Expansion Act of 2025 modifies immigration inspection procedures by streamlining references to inadmissibility grounds under Section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This legislation removes specific exceptions related to misrepresentation and documentation requirements during initial entry screenings. The bill simplifies the language officers use when determining inadmissibility for applicants seeking admission to the U.S.

The FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025 repeals the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, which prohibits certain actions that obstruct or interfere with access to reproductive health services. This repeal would apply to both ongoing and future prosecutions that begin on or after the date this Act is enacted.

The Emergency Spending Accountability Act establishes automatic spending sequestration to offset future emergency appropriations approved by Congress. This system mandates multi-year spending cuts, applied only to the same category of spending (discretionary or direct) as the original emergency funds. The bill also requires detailed justifications from Congressional committees whenever emergency spending is included in legislation. Certain critical programs, including Social Security and VA benefits, are explicitly protected from these automatic cuts.

The Make DOGE Permanent Act mandates the creation of a special, real-time access portal for members of Congress to view federal award spending data. This exclusive access will provide Congress with the latest information, including details on payments made to individuals and federal employees, which may be restricted on the public website. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) must establish this dedicated link within six months of the bill's enactment.

The New IDEA Act prohibits businesses from deducting wages paid to unauthorized workers from their taxable income unless they use the E-Verify program. This legislation makes the E-Verify program permanent and voluntary, offering employers who comply with its rules a legal presumption of compliance regarding employee work authorization. Furthermore, the bill mandates increased information sharing between government agencies to help enforce these new wage deduction and employment verification rules.