Legislative Activity

The Background Check Expansion Act mandates that nearly all private firearm transfers between unlicensed individuals must go through a licensed dealer to complete a federal background check. This legislation establishes a universal background check requirement for these transactions, with specific exceptions for family gifts and law enforcement transfers. The bill aims to close loopholes in existing firearm transfer laws while explicitly prohibiting the creation of a national firearms registry.

The Space RACE Act establishes the National Institute for Space Research within NASA to coordinate and support U.S. microgravity research and development across government agencies and non-governmental entities. This Institute will help transition in-space research from the International Space Station to next-generation platforms. It is authorized to issue grants and provide technical assistance to ensure the continuity and advancement of American space-based scientific exploration.

This resolution officially recognizes November as National Native American Heritage Month. It celebrates the rich cultures, histories, and significant contributions of Native Americans to the United States across various fields. The resolution also reaffirms the government's commitment to tribal self-governance and the government-to-government relationship with Indian Tribes.

This resolution officially designates the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as National Veterans Small Business Week. It recognizes the significant contributions of the over 1.65 million veteran-owned small businesses to the U.S. economy. The bill supports creating a business-friendly environment and expresses appreciation for veterans' continued service through entrepreneurship.

This Senate resolution urges the Department of Agriculture to immediately use its contingency funds and interchange authority to ensure the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is fully financed. The Senate asserts the administration has a legal obligation to use these existing resources to support millions of vulnerable Americans through November. This measure expresses a position and does not enact new law.

The Armed Forces Pay Act of 2025 ensures continued funding for the pay and allowances of members of the Armed Forces and certain civilian intelligence employees through fiscal year 2026, should full appropriations bills not be enacted. This temporary measure provides necessary financial continuity until regular appropriations legislation is passed or until September 30, 2026. The Act also authorizes intelligence-related funds for FY 2026 until the relevant Intelligence Authorization Act is signed into law.

This resolution officially designates November 1, 2025, as National Bison Day to recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance of the North American bison. It honors the bison's status as the national mammal, its importance to Indian Tribes, and its role in conservation and rural economies. The resolution encourages nationwide observance of this day annually on the first Saturday of November.

The Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 ensures that essential nutrition programs, including SNAP and WIC, continue to provide benefits without interruption if full appropriations for the Department of Agriculture are not enacted for Fiscal Year 2026. This legislation immediately makes funds available to cover benefits and state operating costs during any funding lapse, retroactive to September 30, 2025. These special appropriations terminate once the standard FY 2026 funding bill is passed or by September 30, 2026.

This resolution calls on Congress and educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia, the most common learning disability. It emphasizes the need for early screening and evidence-based intervention for affected individuals. Finally, the resolution designates October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month.

This resolution designates October 30, 2025, as a national day of remembrance to honor the hundreds of thousands of individuals who contributed to the United States nuclear weapons program since World War II. It specifically recognizes the service and sacrifices of workers like uranium miners, plutonium processors, and atmospheric test participants. The day serves to acknowledge those who developed serious illnesses as a result of their patriotic service to the nation's defense.

The TREATS Act modifies existing law to expand access to medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Specifically, it allows a single telehealth evaluation to satisfy the prior in-person evaluation requirement for prescribing certain Schedule III, IV, or V controlled substances approved for addiction treatment. This change aims to improve the delivery of necessary therapy services via remote care.

This resolution formally condemns President Trump's pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who previously pleaded guilty to violating U.S. anti-money laundering laws. The measure expresses strong disapproval of the pardon, citing potential conflicts of interest related to the Trump family's financial dealings with Binance. Finally, it calls upon Congress to utilize its authority to prevent similar acts of corruption in the pardon process moving forward.

The Military and Federal Employee Protection Act ensures that federal employees, military members, and covered contractors receive their full standard compensation for work performed or time furloughed during a lapse in government appropriations occurring after September 30, 2025. This bill appropriates necessary funds for agencies to make these retroactive payments. Payments must be made promptly, generally within seven days of enactment for furloughed individuals. This legislation guarantees that no covered individual loses pay due to a government shutdown during the specified period.

The Fix Our Forests Act is comprehensive legislation designed to aggressively reduce catastrophic wildfire risk through landscape-scale restoration and streamlined management of high-risk federal lands. It establishes new centralized intelligence centers, accelerates hazardous fuel reduction projects by reforming environmental reviews, and bolsters community resilience through new risk reduction programs. Furthermore, the bill enhances support for firefighters' families and promotes technological innovation and transparency in forest management practices.

This joint resolution directs the President to immediately remove United States Armed Forces from any hostilities within or against Venezuela that lack explicit authorization from Congress. It asserts that only Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war or approve such military actions. The bill ensures that U.S. forces can only remain if acting in self-defense against an armed attack.

The 21st Century Dyslexia Act updates federal education law to specifically define dyslexia and ensure children with this learning disability receive appropriate support. This legislation amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to include dyslexia in its definitions of qualifying conditions. Furthermore, the Act mandates that schools guarantee equitable access to necessary accommodations and services for all eligible students, regardless of socioeconomic status or English proficiency.

This resolution expresses the Senate's support for designating the second Monday in October 2025 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day." It formally recognizes the invaluable contributions of Indigenous Peoples to the United States and encourages public observance to celebrate their history and culture. The measure also voices support for establishing this day as an official Federal holiday.

The Employee Ownership Representation Act of 2025 aims to significantly boost employee ownership in the U.S. by expanding the ERISA Advisory Council to include employee ownership representatives. The bill establishes a new, independent Office of Employee Ownership within the Department of Labor to carry out the Employee Ownership Initiative. Finally, it creates the role of Advocate for Employee Ownership to advise the Secretary of Labor, facilitate education, and resolve disputes related to employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

This resolution officially designates October 1, 2025, as "Energy Efficiency Day" to celebrate the significant economic and environmental benefits driven by energy efficiency efforts. It recognizes decades of bipartisan support, major legislative achievements, and the resulting savings for consumers and taxpayers. The resolution encourages all Americans to observe the day with appropriate activities recognizing the importance of energy efficiency.

The Extending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities Act ensures the continuation of vital cybersecurity information sharing between the government and private industry. This bill extends the authority for sharing cyber threat information for an additional ten years, pushing the expiration date from 2025 to 2035. Furthermore, it retroactively applies this extension to prevent any lapse in coverage and officially renames the program to the "Protecting America from Cyber Threats Act."