Legislative Activity

This bill redesignates the Great Falls Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and Overlook Park within the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park in honor of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. The facilities will be renamed the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Overlook Park, respectively. Any reference to the former names in any law, map, regulation, document, or record of the United States shall be considered a reference to the new names.

This bill expresses Congressional support for local law enforcement officers, acknowledging their dedication to protecting communities, upholding the law, and ensuring public safety. It extends gratitude to officers and their families for their service and honors the memory of those who died in the line of duty. The bill also encourages collaboration between law enforcement and the communities they serve to improve safety and trust.

The "Gulf of America Act" renames the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. It directs all U.S. laws, maps, regulations, documents, and records to reflect this change. Federal agencies are required to update their materials within 180 days to comply with the new designation.

This bill disapproves of a National Park Service rule concerning motor vehicle usage within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. By disapproving the rule, the bill prevents the National Park Service's motor vehicle regulation from taking effect.

The "DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act" restricts institutions of higher education with ties to Confucius Institutes, the Thousand Talents Program, or Chinese entities of concern from receiving Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funds, unless they terminate such relationships. The Secretary of Homeland Security may waive these restrictions under certain national security conditions, and must provide Congress with justification for any waivers. The Act also requires the DHS to offer guidance to help institutions comply with the law and to submit annual reports to Congress on its implementation.

The Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2025 aims to combat international human trafficking for organ removal by allowing the U.S. government to deny or revoke passports of individuals convicted of related offenses, requiring the assessment of forced organ harvesting in foreign countries within existing reports, and mandating the President to impose sanctions on individuals and entities involved in these practices. This includes blocking assets, visa restrictions, and ineligibility for admission to the U.S., with certain exceptions and waiver possibilities for national security or humanitarian reasons. The Act reinforces the U.S. commitment to upholding human dignity and holding those involved in forced organ harvesting accountable, including members of the Chinese Communist Party.

This bill allows the House to consider renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America" and sets the procedure for considering restrictions on Department of Homeland Security funding to higher education institutions with ties to Confucius Institutes. It outlines debate times, amendment processes, and potential motions for both bills.

This bill nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule regarding national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants in rubber tire manufacturing. The disapproval means the EPA's new regulations for the rubber tire manufacturing industry will not be implemented.

The MEGOBARI Act addresses concerns about democratic backsliding in Georgia and its alignment with authoritarian regimes. It requires reports on Russian and Chinese influence in Georgia, and a 5-year strategy for U.S.-Georgia relations. The Act also allows for sanctions on individuals undermining Georgia's Euro-Atlantic integration or its peace and stability. Finally, it outlines ways to enhance U.S. assistance to Georgia, particularly if the country revitalizes its democracy and Euro-Atlantic integration.

The ACES Act mandates a National Academies study on cancer prevalence and mortality among veterans who served as active duty aircrew, identifying potential links between military exposures and cancer rates. Additionally, it extends certain limits on pension payments to December 31, 2031.

This bill disapproves and nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule that allowed California to set its own vehicle emissions standards under the Advanced Clean Cars II Waiver. By disapproving this rule, the bill prevents California from implementing stricter emission standards and effectively maintains federal control over vehicle emission standards.

This bill nullifies the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule that designated the San Francisco Bay-Delta population of Longfin Smelt as an endangered species. By disapproving the rule, the bill removes the protections and regulations associated with the endangered species status for this specific population of Longfin Smelt.

This bill disapproves of and nullifies the Department of Energy's rule on energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers.

This bill disapproves and nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule that allows California to set its own pollution control standards for motor vehicles, engines, and nonroad engines. The bill prevents the implementation of the EPA's rule outlined in the Notice of Decision (90 Fed. Reg. 643).

This bill disapproves and nullifies an EPA rule that allows California to set its own stricter pollution control standards for heavy-duty vehicles and engines. The rule covers emission warranties, maintenance, advanced clean truck standards, zero-emission airport shuttles, and powertrain certification. By disapproving the rule, the bill aims to prevent California from implementing these specific environmental regulations.

This bill disapproves and nullifies a Department of Energy rule concerning energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial equipment. The specific rule in question is identified in the Federal Register, volume 89, page 81994.

The "Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act" requires manufacturers of internet-connected devices with cameras or microphones to clearly disclose these features to consumers before purchase. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is empowered to enforce this requirement and must issue guidance to help manufacturers comply with the Act. The Act excludes devices like phones and laptops, which consumers generally expect to have such features. This law aims to increase transparency and inform consumers about the capabilities of their smart devices.

The "Youth Poisoning Protection Act" bans consumer products containing high concentrations (10% or more by weight) of sodium nitrite, classifying them as hazardous under the Consumer Product Safety Act. This ban does not apply to industrial, commercial, or agricultural uses of sodium nitrite, or products regulated as drugs, devices, cosmetics, or food under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The act will take effect 90 days after enactment.

The TICKET Act mandates transparent pricing for event tickets, requiring sellers to disclose the total cost inclusive of all fees upfront. It bans speculative ticketing, ensuring sellers possess tickets before offering them for sale, and requires clear disclosures about ticket resales and refund policies. The Act also directs the FTC to report on enforcement of the BOTS Act of 2016 and defines key terms to prevent confusion.

This bill streamlines the House's consideration of several joint resolutions that would disapprove of rules issued by the National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The resolutions target regulations related to motor vehicle usage in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, the endangered status of the Longfin Smelt, and California's vehicle emission standards. The bill sets specific debate times and procedures for voting on these resolutions. Additionally, it adjusts the calculation of legislative days by excluding a period in 2025.