Legislative Activity

This bill mandates the President to immediately remove all United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela. This action is required unless Congress has specifically authorized the use of military force. The legislation aims to ensure that military engagement in Venezuela requires explicit Congressional approval.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

This bill, the "No Taxpayer Funded Abortion Travel for Illegal Aliens Act," prohibits the use of federal funds to cover any expenses related to abortion services for individuals unlawfully present in the United States. These prohibited expenses include travel, lodging, meals, and related support services. The legislation specifically targets federal funding for aiding unlawful immigrants in accessing abortion care.

This Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a comprehensive border threat assessment on the criminal organization Tren de Aragua. Following this assessment, the Secretary must submit a strategic plan detailing how to counter the identified threats along the nation's borders. The legislation aims to enhance security by focusing federal efforts against this specific transnational criminal organization.

The Country of Origin Labeling Enforcement Act of 2025 updates existing agricultural law to specifically clarify and strengthen country of origin labeling requirements for beef. This bill ensures that beef labeling rules mirror those currently applied to lamb and venison, including for ground products. Furthermore, it explicitly protects the Secretary of Agriculture's authority to enforce these beef labeling standards against any conflicting international trade rulings.

This bill repeals the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2013 and significantly restricts the domestic distribution of U.S. government-produced international information materials. It mandates that materials created for foreign audiences must be archived and generally withheld from the U.S. public for a period of 20 years. Furthermore, the legislation explicitly bans the use of appropriated funds by the State Department or USAGM to influence domestic public opinion.

This resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, who was tragically assassinated at Utah Valley University. It condemns political violence and calls upon all Americans to reject extremism in favor of civil debate. The bill expresses deep sympathy to his family and urges a renewal of commitment to the values of faith, family, and freedom he championed.

The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Transportation establish a rule requiring AM broadcast radio receivers to be installed as standard equipment in new passenger motor vehicles. This requirement aims to ensure public access to AM radio signals, which are often used for emergency alerts. The bill also directs a GAO study on the effectiveness of AM radio within the national emergency alert system compared to other technologies. Finally, the Act preempts state and local laws on this matter and includes a sunset provision eight years after enactment.

This bill officially renames the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, to honor the late Colonel Michael H. Boyce. The renaming recognizes Colonel Boyce's distinguished military service and his significant contributions to the Marietta community, particularly his efforts to improve veteran services. Moving forward, the facility will be known as the "Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic."

The No Funds for Foreign Abortions Act strictly prohibits U.S. foreign assistance from going to any foreign government or private organization that performs, promotes, or funds abortions overseas. This ban applies even if the prohibited activities are funded by the recipient's own money, not U.S. funds. The legislation defines prohibited activities broadly and requires annual certification of compliance by the Secretary of State. Exceptions exist only for abortions resulting from rape or incest, provided documentation is supplied.

This resolution strongly condemns the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, during his national speaking tour. It honors his life, his founding of Turning Point USA, and his dedication to conservative principles. Ultimately, the document calls for national unity and reaffirms the commitment to protecting the right to peaceful assembly and free expression.

The GRACE Act prohibits federal education funding for any school or agency that mandates vaccinations unless they provide a religious exemption based solely on an individual's stated sincerely held religious beliefs. This exemption cannot require any proof or documentation to support the religious objection. Consequently, institutions requiring documentation for religious vaccine exemptions risk losing federal education funds.

The Safe Students Act completely repeals the federal Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990, eliminating the previous ban on possessing firearms within 1,000 feet of a school. This action removes the specific federal prohibition and cleans up related definitions and penalty structures within the U.S. Code.

The Rescissions Act of 2025 immediately cancels billions of dollars in previously appropriated budget authority across various federal programs. This bill specifically targets and rescinds unspent funds primarily related to international operations, global health initiatives, and foreign assistance accounts. The rescissions are enacted based on a proposal submitted by the President to Congress in June 2025.

The PRIME Act, or Processing Revival and Intrastate Meat Exemption Act, exempts custom slaughter facilities from federal inspection requirements for meat that is processed and sold only within the state of origin. To qualify, facilities must comply with all applicable state laws regarding slaughter and preparation. This legislation ensures that states retain the authority to enforce their own, potentially stricter, regulations on local meat processing.

The End the Vaccine Carveout Act fundamentally changes vaccine injury compensation by allowing individuals to choose between filing a claim through the existing National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program or suing the manufacturer or administrator directly in court. This legislation removes the liability shield for vaccine makers and eliminates time limits for filing claims with the Program. Additionally, it specifically excludes COVID-19 vaccines from existing countermeasure liability protections.

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, titled the Epstein Files Transparency Act, mandates the Attorney General to release nearly all unclassified Department of Justice records related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days of enactment. The legislation strictly limits the justifications for withholding or redacting documents, prohibiting secrecy based on political sensitivity or potential embarrassment. The only permissible redactions involve victim privacy, child sexual abuse material, or narrowly defined threats to active investigations or national security classifications. Upon completion, the Attorney General must submit a detailed report to Congress listing all released and withheld materials, including an unredacted list of all named government officials.

This resolution formally condemns the violent attack on the U.S. Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas, on July 7, 2025. It expresses support for the injured agents and reaffirms Congress's strong backing for the dedicated men and women of the Border Patrol. The bill emphasizes that such violence against law enforcement is unacceptable and undermines national security efforts.

The OCED Elimination Act officially abolishes the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) within the Department of Energy. This legislation also repeals Section 41201 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, eliminating associated programs and requirements. In short, this bill shuts down the OCED and removes a specific section of prior energy legislation.