Legislative Activity

The Protect Children’s Innocence Act establishes federal penalties, including imprisonment, for knowingly performing genital or bodily mutilation or chemical castration on individuals under the age of 18. This law applies when interstate commerce is involved in the act, communication, or payment for the procedure. It explicitly prohibits religious or customary defenses for female genital mutilation and details specific medical exceptions, such as procedures necessary for a minor's immediate health. The bill defines the prohibited procedures broadly, covering female genital mutilation and surgeries intended to alter a minor's body to correspond with a different sex.

The Reliable Power Act strengthens the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) oversight of federal agency actions that could impact electric grid reliability. It mandates annual long-term assessments by the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) to identify potential generation shortfalls. If a shortfall is found, FERC must review proposed agency rules affecting power generation to ensure they do not negatively impact the bulk-power system's reliability before those rules can be finalized.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

This Act, the Home School Graduation Recognition Act, ensures that students who complete their secondary education through homeschooling are officially recognized as high school graduates. This recognition specifically qualifies them for federal student aid programs. The bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reflect this change.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee. The facility will now be known as the Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building. This designation will be used in all future federal references to the building.

The Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act focuses on repealing specific, revised energy efficiency performance standards for federal buildings. This action voids the recently established rules for how new and existing federal buildings must operate regarding energy use. The bill also makes necessary conforming amendments across other related federal energy and green building legislation.

The Energy Choice Act prevents state and local governments from enacting bans or restrictions on the type or source of energy services consumers can access. This legislation protects consumer choice across various energy sources, including natural gas, hydrogen, propane, and electricity, provided the energy is sold across state lines. Essentially, it limits local interference with energy delivery options.

The "Equal Representation Act" mandates the inclusion of a citizenship status question on the 2030 census and all future censuses. It requires the Secretary to report the number of citizens and non-citizens in each state. It also changes the way congressional districts are calculated by excluding non-citizens from the population count used for apportionment.

The Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act focuses primarily on improving pediatric drug development and ensuring patient access to necessary treatments. This legislation mandates new research requirements for molecularly targeted pediatric cancer drugs, strengthens FDA enforcement of pediatric study completion, and extends incentives for developing drugs for rare pediatric diseases. Additionally, the bill updates organ transplant network functions and establishes an Abraham Accords Office within the FDA to enhance international regulatory cooperation.

The CLEAN DC Act of 2025 aims to repeal most provisions of the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, effectively reverting policing and justice laws to their pre-2022 status. This legislation seeks to undo the majority of changes made by the previous act. However, it specifically preserves the effects of two distinct subtitles from the 2022 Act.

This bill officially recognizes the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II. It mandates the Secretary of Defense to issue an honorable discharge to eligible former nurses, thereby honoring them as veterans. This recognition primarily grants eligibility for specific burial and memorial benefits related to their service.

This bill, the "Male or Female Only Act," prohibits federal agencies from including any option other than "Male" or "Female" when collecting information about an individual's sex on official forms and documents. It also bans the collection of information regarding gender or gender identity. Agencies must update all relevant forms within 60 days to comply with these restrictions.

The Criminal Alien Removal Clarification Act of 2025 amends immigration law to establish new, clear grounds for deportability. This bill mandates that any alien convicted of a single felony or two misdemeanors, under either state or federal law, after admission to the U.S. is subject to removal.

This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of America's veterans on Veterans Day, 2025, recognizing the history of the observance from Armistice Day. It affirms the nation's deep commitment to supporting the over 15 million veterans and their families. The resolution calls upon the public to observe Veterans Day and ensure veterans continue to receive the services they deserve.

This resolution initiates impeachment proceedings against Chief Judge James E. Boasberg of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia for high crimes and misdemeanors. The core allegation is that Judge Boasberg improperly authorized nondisclosure orders related to an FBI investigation that covered Members of Congress acting under their legislative duties. These actions are cited as compromising the separation of powers and violating existing federal statute regarding notification of legal process. The resolution calls for the judge's removal from office based on these alleged improprieties.

This bill, the "No Tax Exemptions For Terror Act," proposes to revoke the tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code for the Council on American-Islamic Relations and any other organization found to have ties to terrorism or terrorist organizations. This change would apply to all future taxable years.

This bill initiates impeachment proceedings against United States District Judge Deborah Boardman for high crimes and misdemeanors. The grounds for impeachment center on her sentencing decision in the attempted assassination case of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The resolution alleges that Judge Boardman imposed an inappropriately lenient sentence based on ideological considerations, violating the constitutional standard of good behavior required for judicial office.

This resolution officially recognizes October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month" to honor the vital contributions of pharmacists nationwide. It acknowledges their role as highly accessible healthcare providers who ensure patients receive safe, affordable, and effective medication care. The measure celebrates the dedication of over 330,000 pharmacists and their staff in protecting public health and managing patient wellness.

This resolution formally recognizes former President Donald J. Trump's role as a transformational peacemaker and his significant achievements in international diplomacy. The House of Representatives urges the Norwegian Nobel Committee to award him the Nobel Peace Prize based on his efforts to advance global stability. The bill specifically credits his leadership with brokering historic peace agreements, particularly in the Middle East.

This resolution urges the Director of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to immediately reevaluate the safety of all chemical abortion drugs based on recent independent studies. It highlights concerns that expanded access, including mail distribution, may increase risks of abuse and serious complications. The measure specifically calls for the FDA to publicly release a comprehensive safety review incorporating real-world complication data.