Legislative Activity

The Chinese Spy Balloon Assessment Act mandates that the Secretary of Defense submit a comprehensive report to Congress regarding the national security implications of the Chinese surveillance balloon downed in February 2023. This report must detail the impact on U.S. military installations and provide an analysis of the recovered technology and its origins.

The SHUSH Act (Silencers Help Us Save Hearing Act) removes firearm silencers from the definition of "firearms" under federal law, effectively eliminating the associated registration requirements, transfer taxes, and federal restrictions. The bill also preempts state and local laws that impose specific regulations on silencers and removes enhanced criminal penalties related to their use.

The No Regulation Through Litigation Act of 2025 prevents federal agencies from bypassing the standard rulemaking process through legal settlements. It prohibits agencies from agreeing to consent decrees that exceed a court's authority and restricts them from paying the attorney fees or litigation costs of opposing parties when a settlement results in new regulations or guidance.

The Drug Cartel Terrorist Designation Act directs the Secretary of State to designate four major Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. The bill mandates a comprehensive report to Congress evaluating these groups against federal terrorism criteria and requires the designation of any additional cartels that meet these standards. It also clarifies that these designations do not expand asylum eligibility for individuals.

The Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act imposes sanctions on individuals and their families who assist the International Criminal Court (ICC) in investigating, arresting, detaining, or prosecuting "protected persons," which include U.S. citizens, military personnel, government officials, and citizens/residents of U.S. allies not consenting to the ICC. It requires the President to block the property of those who aid the ICC, deny them entry into the U.S., and rescinds any funds for the ICC. The bill allows for waivers of these sanctions if vital to U.S. national security and termination of sanctions if the ICC ceases action against protected persons.

The 287(g) Program Protection Act mandates that the Department of Homeland Security enter into immigration enforcement agreements with any state or local law enforcement agency that requests one. The bill streamlines the approval process, protects existing agreements from arbitrary termination, and requires the Secretary to provide annual performance reports and recruitment plans to expand the program. Additionally, it establishes uniform training standards and reallocates funding to support these state and local partnerships.

The Charitable Act allows individuals who take the standard deduction to also claim a deduction for charitable contributions during the 2026 and 2027 tax years. This legislation permits non-itemizers to deduct donations up to one-third of their standard deduction amount while removing previous penalties for overstatements.

The Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to prohibit the use of tax-advantaged health accounts—including HSAs, FSAs, HRAs, and Archer MSAs—to pay for abortion expenses. The bill provides narrow exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or when the mother’s life is in danger. These changes are set to apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

The Life at Conception Act declares that the constitutional right to life begins at the moment of fertilization, defining all human beings as persons from that point forward. The bill establishes legal personhood for every member of the species *homo sapiens* at all stages of development. Additionally, it explicitly prohibits the prosecution of any woman for the death of her unborn child.

The CBO Show Your Work Act mandates that the Congressional Budget Office publicly release the models, data, and computational details used to estimate the fiscal and economic impacts of legislation. By requiring transparency and replicability, the bill ensures that outside parties can independently verify CBO findings. It also establishes clear protocols for handling confidential data to maintain privacy while maximizing public access to information.

The "Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" ensures that infants born alive after an abortion receive the same medical care as any other newborn, mandating immediate hospitalization and requiring healthcare practitioners to report any failures to comply. Violators face fines, imprisonment, and potential prosecution for homicide or attempted homicide, while the mother of the child cannot be prosecuted. The bill also allows the woman who had the abortion to file a civil action against anyone who violated the act. It defines abortion and attempts at abortion, and renames "Partial-Birth Abortions" to "Abortions" in relevant sections of the U.S. Code.

The Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act requires the Department of Defense to provide a diverse range of milk options to service members at military dining facilities. The bill also mandates that all milk supplies be sourced exclusively from domestic or non-adversarial entities, prohibiting purchases from companies controlled by foreign adversaries.

The "End the Deep State Act" aims to increase executive branch accountability by reclassifying certain federal positions involved in policy-making and confidential work into a new "Schedule PolicyCareer" category. This legislation removes standard civil service protections for these roles, allowing for greater presidential control over the federal workforce. Additionally, the bill mandates regular agency reviews to identify positions for this new classification and requires employees in these roles to faithfully implement administration policies.

The Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act establishes the fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and health care of their children. It mandates that the government cannot substantially burden these rights without a compelling interest and requires the use of the "strict scrutiny" legal standard in such cases. Additionally, the bill provides parents with the legal standing to challenge government interference in court and allows for the recovery of attorney's fees if they prevail.

The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent. By removing the current 2025 expiration date, this legislation ensures long-term tax relief for owners of qualified pass-through entities.

The National Constitutional Carry Act seeks to protect the Second Amendment right of law-abiding citizens to carry firearms in public for self-defense. The bill prohibits state and local governments from imposing criminal or civil penalties on individuals who are legally eligible to possess firearms. By overriding restrictive local regulations, the legislation aims to ensure a uniform standard for the right to bear arms across the United States.

The SAVE Moms and Babies Act of 2025 prohibits the FDA from approving new abortion drugs and restricts the use of existing ones. The bill mandates strict safety protocols, including in-person administration requirements, expanded adverse event reporting, and limitations on gestational age for drug use.

This bill seeks to nullify the Food and Drug Administration’s January 2023 modifications to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy (REMS) for the abortion medication mifepristone. Additionally, it prohibits the Secretary of Health and Human Services from implementing any future safety requirements that are substantially similar to those nullified changes.

The Protecting Life on College Campus Act of 2025 prohibits federal funding for any institution of higher education that hosts or is affiliated with campus-based clinics providing abortions or abortion-inducing drugs. To remain eligible for federal support, institutions must submit an annual certification confirming their compliance with these restrictions.

The "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025" seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions and for health plans that cover abortions, while allowing individuals and entities to purchase separate abortion coverage with non-federal funds. It clarifies that premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) cannot be used for health plans that include abortion coverage. The Act also revises notice requirements for health plans, mandating clear disclosure of abortion coverage and any associated premium surcharges to enrollees. Exceptions to the funding restrictions are included for cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is in danger.