Legislative Activity

The Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act aims to increase federal contracting opportunities for businesses owned by service-disabled veterans. The bill mandates specialized training and best-practice guidance for federal agencies that fail to meet established contracting goals. Additionally, it requires the Small Business Administrator to submit annual reports to Congress to ensure accountability and track progress.

This resolution designates February 3–7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week" to honor the essential role school counselors play in student success. It highlights their contributions to academic, social-emotional, and career development while advocating for greater public awareness of the support they provide to students facing diverse personal and educational challenges.

The Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary military heroism and lifelong commitment to humanitarian service. A decorated veteran of World War II and the Korean War, Kim is honored for his trailblazing leadership and his profound contributions to the Los Angeles community. This legislation ensures his legacy is preserved through the creation and display of this prestigious national award.

This bill supports the designation of January 30, 2025, as CTE and RHI Awareness Day to increase public knowledge of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and repeated head impacts (RHI). It acknowledges the risks and impact of these conditions, particularly for athletes, veterans, and others susceptible to head trauma. The bill encourages further research, early diagnosis, and informed decision-making, while also recognizing the contributions of researchers, affected families, and organizations dedicated to CTE awareness. It also urges the CDC and NIH to include CTE and RHI information in concussion education.

The Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act prevents the U.S. government from denying foreign aid to nongovernmental organizations based on the legal health services they provide using their own private funds. It ensures that these organizations are not penalized for offering counseling or referrals that comply with local laws. Additionally, the bill prohibits the imposition of restrictive advocacy and lobbying requirements on these groups that exceed those applied to U.S.-based organizations.

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.

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 Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act of 2025 establishes a 25 percent tax credit for qualified semiconductor design expenditures conducted within the United States. This legislation aims to bolster domestic innovation by incentivizing both in-house and contract design costs for advanced semiconductor technology. The credit is available through 2036 and is designed to complement existing manufacturing investment incentives.

The Public and Private Sector Ransomware Response Coordination Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of the Treasury conduct a comprehensive study on how public and private entities collaborate to prevent and respond to ransomware attacks on financial institutions. This report will evaluate the effectiveness of current information-sharing practices and provide policy recommendations to strengthen cybersecurity partnerships. Ultimately, the legislation aims to identify potential legislative improvements to ensure government agencies have timely access to critical incident data.

This bill recognizes the significant historical and ongoing contributions of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to communities across the United States through charitable activities, volunteer work, and financial support for members. It expresses the sense of Congress that these societies are a valuable support system that addresses unmet needs and generates substantial returns to the U.S. through their tax-exempt status. The bill also advocates for the continued promotion of fraternal benefit societies.

The Lunar New Year Day Act proposes designating Lunar New Year Day as an official federal legal public holiday. If passed, this legislation would amend federal law to include the holiday in the official list of observed public holidays in the United States.

The RELIEVE Act expands reimbursement eligibility for veterans who receive emergency care at non-VA facilities. It removes the requirement that a veteran must have recently received VA care to qualify for coverage, provided the emergency treatment occurs within 60 days of their initial VA enrollment.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' disapproval of the President's decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement, recognizing climate change as a threat and highlighting the increasing costs of extreme weather events. It commends entities supporting the Agreement, urges the President to reconsider, and encourages Congress to prioritize U.S. leadership on climate change.

This bill recognizes the global importance of Hinduism and the positive impact of Hindu Americans on the United States. It acknowledges the rise in discrimination and hate crimes against Hindu Americans and their places of worship. The bill celebrates Hindu contributions to American society, welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans, and condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry.

This bill requires the President to conduct and submit a formal review to Congress determining whether specific Hong Kong government officials and judicial figures meet the criteria for U.S. sanctions. The mandate ensures an updated assessment of these individuals under existing human rights and autonomy-related accountability acts.

The WISER Act of 2025 provides long-overdue recognition and support for women veterans who were involuntarily separated from military service under Executive Order 10240 between 1951 and 1976. This legislation establishes a formal process to upgrade the discharge status of these veterans to ensure they receive full access to VA benefits. Additionally, it authorizes a one-time $25,000 compensation payment to eligible veterans or their surviving spouses.

The Ensuring Veterans’ Final Resting Place Act of 2025 expands eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) headstones and markers by removing a key date restriction for certain individuals. It also updates benefits for families choosing an urn or plaque instead of a traditional marker, effective for veterans who died on or after January 5, 2021. Finally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain existing limits on VA pension payments.

The Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2025 establishes a pilot program allowing eligible active-duty service members to pre-enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patient system before separating from the military. This initiative aims to streamline the transition to VA healthcare by ensuring seamless coverage for veterans immediately upon their departure from service.

The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent. By removing the current 2025 expiration date, this legislation ensures long-term tax relief for owners of qualified pass-through entities.

The Child and Animal Abuse Detection and Reporting Act mandates that the national clearinghouse for child abuse and neglect include data on animal cruelty. By tracking these incidents alongside child abuse cases, the legislation aims to better identify and report the intersection between animal abuse and child maltreatment.