Legislative Activity

The Federal Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2025 mandates that the General Services Administration (GSA) implement bird-safe features in new and substantially renovated federal public buildings to prevent bird collisions. The GSA must develop and regularly update a design guide detailing best practices for construction and lighting to reduce bird fatalities. While most federal buildings must comply, exemptions exist for sites on the National Register of Historic Places and specific high-profile locations like the White House. The GSA must annually report to Congress on compliance and provide data on bird collisions where possible.

This resolution establishes expedited procedures for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on several key items, including disapproving specific rules from the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. It waives standard procedural hurdles to allow immediate debate and final votes on measures concerning overdraft lending, digital payment applications, limitations on injunctive relief, and mandatory proof of citizenship for federal voter registration. The resolution tightly controls debate time for each measure before moving directly to a final vote.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 901 West Main Street in Radford, Virginia, as the "Richard H. Poff Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all official records and documents are updated to reflect this new designation.

The Physician Led and Rural Access to Quality Care Act revises physician self-referral rules to improve healthcare access in underserved areas. Specifically, it creates a new exception allowing physician self-referrals to hospitals located in designated rural areas that meet specific distance requirements. Furthermore, the bill removes existing restrictions that previously limited the expansion of services at physician-owned hospitals.

The Risky Research Review Act establishes the Life Sciences Research Security Board to oversee and approve federal funding for "high-risk life sciences research," which includes Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) involving dangerous pathogens. This new independent agency will review proposals to determine if the potential risks to public health or national security outweigh the anticipated benefits before any funding is awarded. The Act mandates strict attestation requirements for applicants and outlines penalties for non-compliance or misrepresentation regarding high-risk research activities.

The Royalty Transparency Act aims to increase transparency and prevent conflicts of interest by requiring more detailed financial disclosures from executive branch employees and contractors, specifically regarding royalty payments. It mandates the inclusion of royalty income sources in financial reports, requires agencies to publish these reports, and directs reviews of potential conflicts of interest related to royalty payments in federal acquisitions. The Act also ensures congressional oversight through required notifications and annual reports. A severability clause ensures that if any part of the Act is deemed unconstitutional, the remaining provisions will still be enforced.

The Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl (HALT Fentanyl) Act permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances to strengthen enforcement and penalties against their trafficking. Additionally, the bill streamlines registration processes for researchers to facilitate legitimate scientific study of these substances. It also includes technical corrections and mandates updated federal rulemaking to ensure effective implementation.

This resolution establishes the procedural framework for the House of Representatives to debate and vote on H.R. 27, which amends the Controlled Substances Act regarding the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances. It sets specific rules for floor consideration, including time limits for debate and guidelines for potential amendments.

This resolution formally appoints Mr. Moylan to serve as a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

The Domestic SUPPLY Act of 2025 establishes a national partnership program to secure a reliable, domestic supply chain for personal protective equipment (PPE) through agreements with U.S.-based manufacturers. The bill mandates that federal funds be used exclusively for domestically produced infectious disease prevention equipment, with limited exceptions for availability or cost. Additionally, it requires a comprehensive report on how changes to PPE requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the safety of frontline medical professionals.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow parents to claim the Child Tax Credit for stillborn children. It classifies a stillbirth occurring after 20 weeks of gestation as a qualifying child, enabling families to receive the credit without requiring a Social Security number.

This Act amends Social Security rules regarding child survivor benefits. It establishes a new condition where children aged 18 or older will cease to qualify as full-time students, thereby stopping their benefits. This cutoff specifically applies only if the deceased parent was already receiving old-age or disability benefits, was over age 67, and earned more than \$125,000 in the relevant taxable year.

This bill directs the United States Postal Service to assign a unique ZIP code to the unincorporated community of Fairlawn, Virginia, within 180 days. This change aims to resolve ongoing issues with tax revenue misallocation caused by Fairlawn currently sharing ZIP codes with the neighboring independent city of Radford.

The BROADBAND Leadership Act aims to accelerate the deployment of broadband infrastructure by limiting the ability of state and local governments to block telecommunications projects. The bill establishes strict timelines for permit approvals, mandates non-discriminatory treatment of facilities, and ensures that fees charged by local authorities are based on actual, direct costs. By streamlining these regulatory processes, the legislation seeks to reduce barriers to entry and promote the expansion of telecommunications services nationwide.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to increase the maximum tax deduction for out-of-pocket classroom expenses for elementary and secondary school teachers from $250 to $1,000. It also updates the inflation adjustment provision to ensure the deduction keeps pace with rising costs starting in 2025.

The "Reclaiming Congress's Constitutional Mandate in Trade Resolution" establishes a Joint Ad Hoc Committee and a Congressional Advisory Board to develop a plan for transferring the functions of the Office of the United States Trade Representative to the legislative branch. This transfer aims to occur within four years of the committee's report or by July 1, 2028, whichever is later, with the goal of reasserting Congress's role in trade policy. The resolution outlines the composition, responsibilities, and timelines for both the committee and the advisory board, ensuring collaboration and expert input in the transfer process. It also mandates cooperation from the United States Trade Representative and other executive branch offices to facilitate the transfer.