Legislative Activity

The Interstate Paid Leave Action Network Act of 2025 (IPLAN Act) aims to create an interstate agreement between states with paid family and medical leave programs. This network will streamline benefit delivery, reduce administrative burdens, and coordinate state programs, benefiting both employees and employers. The Act establishes the IPLAN, defines its duties, and authorizes grants to a national intermediary and eligible states to support the development and implementation of the interstate agreement. Ultimately, the IPLAN Act seeks to create more consistency and efficiency in paid leave programs across state lines.

The Protect National Service Act prohibits the use of federal funds to eliminate the Corporation for National and Community Service, emphasizing the importance of national service programs like AmeriCorps and Senior Corps. It affirms that any changes to the Corporation must be done through congressional action and in accordance with existing laws. The CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service is required to certify compliance with these provisions to Congress.

This bill seeks to equalize benefits for officers in the Public Health Service with those of the armed forces. It amends Title II of the Public Health Service Act to grant commissioned officers of the Public Health Service (and their beneficiaries) the same leave benefits as commissioned officers of the Army (and their beneficiaries) under Title 10 of the U.S. Code. This change ensures that Public Health Service officers receive the same leave rights and privileges as their military counterparts.

The Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act directs the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to evaluate existing research and identify gaps in knowledge regarding menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life women's health among servicewomen and veterans. It requires a report to Congress with findings, recommendations for improved training for healthcare providers, and a strategic plan to address research gaps and identify potential treatments. The Act also encourages further research into the impact of military service, including combat exposure, on menopause and perimenopause, as well as the impact of these conditions on mental health.

The Support UNFPA Funding Act aims to reinstate U.S. financial support for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the UN's sexual and reproductive health agency. It authorizes appropriations of at least $50 million for fiscal year 2026 and $55 million for fiscal year 2027 to support UNFPA's work in reducing maternal deaths, preventing gender-based violence, and promoting voluntary family planning. The Act asserts that supporting UNFPA aligns with U.S. interests by improving global health, fostering development, and promoting stability.

The Unity Through Service Act of 2025 aims to enhance civic responsibility and expand opportunities for military, national, and public service through improved coordination and recruitment strategies. It establishes an Interagency Council on Service to advise the President, conduct joint market research, and integrate military and national service initiatives. The act also focuses on facilitating the transition of service members and national service participants into further service opportunities and requires regular reports to Congress on the effectiveness of these efforts. No additional funds will be appropriated to implement the act.

The "Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act" aims to improve STEM education by directing the National Science Foundation to award grants for innovative math modeling education approaches, including statistical modeling, data science, and operations research. It also directs the NSF to arrange for a NASEM study on mathematical and statistical modeling education in grades pre-K through 12, to examine factors that enhance or impede the implementation of mathematical and statistical modeling in elementary and secondary education. The Act requires reports to Congress on evaluation results and recommendations, and authorizes funding for these initiatives through 2030.

This bill censures Representative Lauren Boebert for her disparaging and racist comments against Representative Al Green, which are deemed to violate the standards of conduct for members of the House. Boebert will be required to appear before the House to receive the censure, which will be publicly read by the Speaker.

The NETWORKS Act aims to safeguard U.S. national security by imposing sanctions on foreign entities involved in economic or industrial espionage through 5G and future telecommunications technologies. It mandates the President to block transactions of foreign individuals or companies producing 5G technology that threatens U.S. security, with exceptions for intelligence activities, humanitarian aid, and certain essential goods. The President can waive sanctions for national security reasons, subject to Congressional notification, and violators will face penalties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This act defines key terms and specifies that sanctions do not apply to participation in international standards-setting bodies or transactions involving existing 3G or 4G networks.

This bill directs the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin. The statue must be acquired by December 31, 2025, and placed in a publicly accessible location within the U.S. Capitol by December 31, 2026.

The "Protecting Mushroom Farmers Act" aims to support the mushroom industry by directing the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to research and develop insurance policies for mushroom growing media and mushroom production, addressing risks like pests, pathogens, and weather-related events. This includes evaluating best practices, coverage options, and streamlined reporting to protect against revenue losses. A report on the research findings and recommendations must be submitted to the House and Senate Agriculture Committees within two years.

The "Banning Strategic Petroleum Reserve Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act" prohibits the Secretary of Energy from selling or exporting petroleum products from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China, North Korea, Russia, Iran, or any entities controlled by them, including the Chinese Communist Party. The Secretary of Energy can waive this prohibition if it is deemed to be in the national security interest of the United States. A rule to carry out this section must be issued within 60 days of the enactment of this Act.