Legislative Activity

The Foreign Robocall Elimination Act establishes an interagency taskforce to study and recommend strategies for combating unlawful robocalls originating from outside the United States. It also grants the FCC authority to require providers to post a bond to ensure integrity in the Robocall Mitigation Database. Furthermore, the bill provides legal immunity for private consortiums tracing the origin of these illegal calls and allows for the publication of non-cooperative providers.

The Water Infrastructure Modernization Act of 2025 updates federal water pollution control grants to prioritize and fund "intelligent water infrastructure technology." This technology utilizes real-time monitoring, AI, and advanced sensors to improve the efficiency, reliability, and resilience of water and wastewater systems. The bill modifies grant uses to specifically cover the implementation of these smart technologies and increases the authorization of appropriations.

The Veterans Heroin Overdose Prevention Examination Act, or Veterans HOPE Act, mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a comprehensive review of veteran overdose deaths over the preceding five years. This review must analyze prescription history, medications present at death, and contributing factors, especially focusing on deaths involving non-prescription opioids like heroin and fentanyl. The findings, including recommendations for improving veteran safety, will be reported to Congress and made publicly available.

The Public Access to Defibrillation in Transportation Facilities Act of 2025 aims to increase the availability of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in public transportation settings. The bill expands federal grant programs to allow funds to be used for purchasing AEDs and developing emergency response plans at these facilities. Furthermore, it directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue recommendations and guidelines for AED deployment and emergency planning at interstate transportation facilities. This legislation seeks to improve response times to sudden cardiac arrest in areas frequented by the public.

This bill mandates the Secretary of State to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism if Russia fails to ensure the safe return and reintegration of Ukrainian children abducted since the 2022 invasion. The designation triggers existing sanctions unless the Secretary can certify that all forcibly deported children are safely reunited with their families. Removal of this designation requires Russia to cease terrorism support and meet strict criteria regarding the return of all displaced children.

The New York-New Jersey Watershed Protection Act of 2025 establishes a new program to coordinate the restoration and protection of fish and wildlife habitats across the New York-New Jersey Watershed. This legislation creates a competitive grant program to fund local restoration projects, with special consideration for communities facing environmental injustice. The Act authorizes $20 million annually through fiscal year 2031 to support these science-based conservation efforts.

The October 7 Remembrance Education Act mandates the creation of a high school curriculum focused on the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel on October 7, 2023. This educational tool must detail the attacks, explore the history of antisemitism leading up to them, and address the spread of related antisemitic rhetoric in the U.S. afterward. The curriculum will be developed by the Director of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and must adhere to established definitions of antisemitism.

The October 7 Gold Medal Act authorizes Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the American hostages and victims of the brutal October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. This medal honors their suffering, sacrifice, and the resilience shown by their families. The Secretary of the Treasury will strike the medal, and bronze duplicates may be sold to cover production costs. The official gold medal will ultimately be displayed at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.

This resolution strongly condemns the brutal October 7th attacks by Hamas, demanding the immediate and unconditional surrender of the terrorist group and the release of all hostages, including Americans. It reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense while urging international action against Hamas and condemning the global surge in antisemitism. The measure serves as a formal statement of U.S. policy and support following the attacks.

The Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2025 directs NASA and NOAA to expand civilian space cooperation with Taiwan. This legislation mandates the initiation of discussions to collaborate on non-military space activities, including satellite programs and weather monitoring. The relevant agencies must report annually to Congress for five years on the progress and scope of this partnership.

This bill officially renames the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Northport, New York, in honor of Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy. The renaming recognizes his ultimate sacrifice and heroism during Operation Red Wings in Afghanistan, for which he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. This designation will serve as a permanent tribute to his legacy of courage and service.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 47 Echo Avenue in Miller Place, New York, as the "Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building." The legislation ensures that all official government records and documents reflect this new name for the location.

The Pray Safe Act of 2025 establishes a Federal Clearinghouse within the Department of Homeland Security to publish evidence-based safety and security best practices for nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and houses of worship. This Clearinghouse will centralize information on security recommendations and available federal grant programs to help these entities prevent and respond to threats. The Act also mandates a GAO report evaluating existing federal security grant programs for these organizations.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility at 240 Main Street in Northport, New York. The building will now be known as the "Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building." This action ensures all official records reflect the new designation honoring Petty Officer Bruckenthal.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility at 170 Main Street in Westhampton Beach, New York. The building will henceforth be known as the "Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building." This designation ensures all federal references to the location use the new memorial name.

The LIFT AI Act aims to prepare K-12 educators and students for an AI-literate future by fostering national understanding of Artificial Intelligence. It authorizes the National Science Foundation Director to award grants for developing K-12 AI literacy curricula, teacher training, and responsible use guidelines. The goal is to ensure students gain the necessary skills to critically use, understand, and contribute to the evolving world of AI technology.

The Combatting Fentanyl Poisonings Act of 2025 establishes several new grant programs managed by the Attorney General to address the fentanyl crisis. These grants will fund local law enforcement efforts to stop social media drug sales, support non-profit organizations in running public awareness campaigns, and equip officers to safely handle fentanyl exposure. The Act specifically allocates funds for enforcement, education, and officer protection related to the dangers of fentanyl.

The Safe Step Act establishes mandatory, transparent exception processes for health plans that use "step therapy" protocols for prescription drugs. This ensures patients or their doctors can quickly request coverage for a prescribed medication when specific clinical criteria are met, such as previous treatment failure or risk of harm. Plans must decide on standard requests within 72 hours and urgent requests within 24 hours, and approved exceptions must last for at least one year. Furthermore, insurers must report detailed data annually on exception requests, approvals, and denials to the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

The MAP Roads Act establishes a pilot program to help states digitally map their unmapped county roads, aiming to improve rural business, safety, and navigation. The Secretary of Transportation will award grants to states that commit to creating a centralized, public repository for this standardized road data. Participating states must ensure the collected data is publicly accessible and updated annually. This grant authority is set to expire in 2031.

The SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025 aims to significantly improve federal support for state-level stillbirth research and data collection. It authorizes grants for states to enhance surveillance, track risk factors, and build local capacity for analyzing stillbirth data, provided the information remains de-identified. Furthermore, the bill mandates the development of standardized guidelines and educational materials regarding stillbirth awareness and risk factors, developed in consultation with experts and bereaved families.