Legislative Activity

This resolution commends President Trump and U.S. forces for the successful "Operation Absolute Resolve," which apprehended fugitive Nicolás Maduro and dismantled the command structure of the Cartel de los Soles. It recognizes the operation as a critical step against state-sponsored narcoterrorism that fuels the U.S. drug crisis. Furthermore, the bill reaffirms the Monroe Doctrine and supports a democratic transition in Venezuela.

This Act amends the Miccosukee Reserved Area Act to officially expand the Miccosukee Reserved Area by incorporating the Osceola Camp area within Everglades National Park. It mandates that the Secretary, in consultation with the Miccosukee Tribe, must take action within two years to protect structures in the newly added area from flooding.

This Act mandates that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) submit a comprehensive report detailing current and emerging threats from vehicular terrorism. The report must outline DHS strategies for prevention, vulnerability assessments of critical locations, and coordination efforts with law enforcement and private industry. Furthermore, it requires recommendations for new technologies to mitigate these threats while ensuring the protection of privacy and civil liberties.

This resolution proposes the removal of Representative Delia Ramirez from her assignment on the House Committee on Homeland Security. The action is based on comments made by the Representative in Mexico City that the House deems contrary to its standards of conduct. The bill enacts a direct change to the committee assignments within the House of Representatives.

The Women’s and Family Protection Act of 2025 amends federal definitions related to homelessness to explicitly include residents of indigenous, rural, or marginalized communities and clarifies protections for survivors of gender-based violence. The bill also establishes a dedicated set-aside within the Emergency Solutions Grants Program, prioritizing funding for nonprofit organizations that serve high-needs populations like homeless women, children, and victims of trauma. These grants will support operating costs, outpatient services, and housing relocation assistance for vulnerable individuals. Finally, the Act mandates specific reporting requirements and technical assistance focused on trauma-informed care for service providers receiving these funds.

The "Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act" prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from procuring batteries from specific foreign companies, primarily those with ties to China, starting in 2027. Waivers are permitted under certain conditions, such as lack of national security risk or use for research purposes, with congressional notification required. The Secretary of Homeland Security must report on the ban's impact on Department of Homeland Security operations and costs.

The Port Crane Security and Inspection Act of 2025 mandates security inspections of foreign-made cranes used at high-risk U.S. ports, assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks associated with these cranes. The Act prohibits the operation of new foreign cranes and, within five years, foreign software on cranes at U.S. ports, particularly those connected to a "covered foreign country". These covered foreign countries are identified as foreign adversaries by the intelligence community or the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of National Intelligence. The goal is to enhance port security and protect against potential cyber threats.

The "Keep China Out of Solar Energy Act of 2025" prohibits federal funds from being used to procure solar panels manufactured or assembled by entities based in or controlled by the Chinese government, with a waiver option available under specific conditions. It mandates the development of standards and guidelines for executive agencies and requires amendments to the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement these prohibitions. Additionally, the Act requires a report from the Comptroller General on past solar panel purchases from covered entities and a study on the state of solar panel production, technology, and supply chains.