Legislative Activity

The CANADA Act, or Creating Access to Necessary American-Canadian Duty Adjustments Act, exempts small businesses from specific additional import duties imposed due to the national emergency declared in February 2025. This provision ensures that qualifying small business concerns are not subject to these emergency-related taxes on goods imported for their operations.

The Warehouse Worker Protection Act establishes new federal standards to increase transparency and fairness for warehouse workers at large companies by mandating disclosure of performance quotas and monitoring data. It guarantees mandatory paid rest breaks, strengthens protections against using quotas to suppress organizing efforts, and introduces new federal ergonomics and safety standards under OSHA. The bill creates a new Department of Labor office to enforce these provisions and invalidates mandatory pre-dispute arbitration for related claims.

The Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must now provide abortion care, counseling, and related medication as part of the medical services offered to eligible veterans and certain other beneficiaries. This legislation formally amends existing VA health care provisions to include these reproductive health services.

The Restoring Essential Healthcare Act repeals an outdated ban that prevented Medicaid from making payments to certain healthcare providers. This legislation ensures that these previously prohibited entities will now be reimbursed for medical services rendered between the enactment of the original ban and the passage of this Act. In short, it restores payment eligibility and retroactively covers past services.

The Warrior Impact from Neurological and G-Force Stress Act (WINGS Act) mandates a comprehensive, long-term study by the VA to investigate the physical and mental health effects of military flight operations, particularly high G-forces, on aviators. This research will examine links between flight stress and conditions like TBI, cognitive decline, and mental health issues, comparing aviators to other service members. The bill also requires the creation of a dedicated Military Aviator Neurohealth Registry to track this data over time.

The Ban Corporate PACs Act restricts the ability of corporations to establish separate segregated funds for political purposes. Under this bill, only nonprofit corporations will be permitted to set up these political action committees. Furthermore, these funds will be prohibited from soliciting contributions from stockholders and their families. Existing non-nonprofit corporate political funds must dissolve within one year of the Act's enactment.

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2025 significantly improves the TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) program for military dependents. This legislation eliminates the age restriction for TYA eligibility and removes the separate premium requirement for coverage. These changes aim to provide broader and simpler healthcare access for adult children of service members.

The Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act aims to eliminate the practice of paying individuals with disabilities less than the minimum wage by phasing out special wage certificates over four years. It establishes federal and state grant programs to help employers and states transition to models of competitive integrated employment, where workers earn prevailing wages alongside non-disabled peers. The bill also funds technical assistance to guide businesses through this operational shift and mandates rigorous reporting to track employment outcomes.

The Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act establishes a federal payment program to provide financial relief to timber harvesting and hauling businesses that have experienced significant revenue loss due to federally declared major disasters, including specific insect infestations. Eligible entities must demonstrate at least a 10% drop in gross revenue during a comparable period to qualify for a payment equal to 10% of that lower revenue. Funds must be used exclusively for operating expenses, and the program is authorized with $50 million annually through fiscal year 2029.

The SAVES Act establishes a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations that provide service dogs to eligible veterans. These grants, up to $\$2,000,000$ each, will fund the training and provision of service dogs for veterans with qualifying conditions like PTSD or TBI. The bill also extends the expiration date for certain limits on veterans' pension payments until February 2033.

This bill, the National Fire Academy Reporting Act, mandates that the Administrator of the National Academy for Fire Prevention and Control submit an annual report to Congress. This report must detail the courses and programs offered, including attendance breakdowns by department type and firefighter status. It also requires specific reporting on course cancellations and the allocation of financial assistance and student aid.

The VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act establishes new programs to proactively connect veterans not currently receiving care with necessary mental health services, especially those at risk of suicide or homelessness. It also mandates annual mental health outreach and consultation offers for veterans already receiving disability compensation for a mental health condition. Finally, the bill extends the current fee structure for certain VA housing loans.

This proposed constitutional amendment would eliminate immunity from criminal prosecution for federal officials, including the President, based on their official duties. It also explicitly prohibits the President from issuing a self-pardon for any federal crimes. If ratified, these changes would take effect immediately.

The EACH Act of 2025 aims to ensure equal access to abortion coverage by requiring all federally funded health programs and facilities to cover abortion services. This legislation prohibits federal interference with state or private insurance coverage of abortion and repeals Section 1303 of the Affordable Care Act. Ultimately, the bill seeks to eliminate financial and insurance barriers to abortion care, particularly for low-income individuals relying on programs like Medicaid.

The Jobs in the Woods Act establishes a new competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture to fund career pathway training in forestry. These grants aim to support workforce development in eligible rural areas by focusing on forestry operations and product processing industries. Priority will be given to programs that address aging workforces, retain young residents, and partner with educational institutions. Funding is authorized from Fiscal Year 2026 through 2030.

The Supporting Upgraded Property Projects and Lending for Yards (SUPPLY) Act establishes a new federal insurance program, managed by HUD, to specifically back second mortgages used for financing the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). This legislation also directs the FHFA to allow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase and securitize these newly insured ADU construction loans, subject to risk oversight. The goal is to increase the availability of financing for property owners looking to add secondary housing units.

The NOPAIN for Veterans Act mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must promptly add specific, FDA-approved non-opioid pain medications to its National Formulary. This ensures veterans have access to alternative pain management options that do not rely on opioids. The VA is required to implement these changes within 90 days of the Act becoming law.

The Price Gouging Prevention Act of 2025 establishes federal prohibitions against selling goods or services at "grossly excessive prices," particularly following an "exceptional market shock." The bill grants enforcement authority to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and allows State Attorneys General to bring actions against violators. Furthermore, it mandates that companies experiencing a market shock must provide detailed financial and pricing strategy disclosures in subsequent SEC filings.

The Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement Act (PRICE Act) establishes a new competitive grant program to improve manufactured housing communities serving low- and moderate-income residents. These funds can be used for essential infrastructure repairs, resident health and safety upgrades, and community enhancement projects. Priority will be given to projects that ensure the long-term affordability and stability of the housing.

This bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish a federal insurance program for second mortgages used to finance the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The program will insure loans up to a specified limit based on property value and potential rental income. Furthermore, it requires the FHFA Director to permit Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase and securitize these newly insured ADU construction loans, subject to market risk oversight.