Legislative Activity

The Reauthorizing Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act of 2025 extends critical support for law enforcement officers. This bill reauthorizes a vital program designed to provide necessary treatment and support services. Specifically, it renews the program's authorization from 2025 through 2029.

The No Regional Transportation Optimization Act (No RTO Act) prohibits the United States Postal Service (USPS) from implementing its Regional Transportation Optimization initiative if the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) formally determines that the plan will negatively impact rural communities. This measure ensures that rural areas are protected from potentially harmful changes to USPS transportation planning.

This bill, the Restoring Safeguards for Dangerous Abortion Drugs Act, mandates the immediate reinstatement of the 2011 Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) for the abortion drug mifepristone. It also establishes a new federal cause of action allowing individuals to sue entities that illegally import or transport the drug if they suffer harm from its use. Furthermore, the Act explicitly bans the importation of mifepristone into the United States.

The Fair Prescription Drug Prices for Americans Act establishes a system to cap the U.S. retail list price for prescription drugs and biological products. This cap is set at no more than the average retail list price of that item across six wealthy nations: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Manufacturers charging above this international ceiling will face steep financial penalties calculated as ten times the overcharge amount per unit sold. The Secretary of HHS is tasked with calculating the international average price annually and implementing the necessary regulations.

The Restoring Fort Leonard Wood Act of 2025 authorizes $700 million for the replacement of 1,142 existing military family housing units at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. This legislation directs the Secretary of the Army to execute necessary construction projects to upgrade family accommodations at the installation.

The Nationwide Injunction Abuse Prevention Act of 2025 aims to restrict the power of U.S. District Courts to issue broad nationwide injunctions. This legislation mandates that any order for injunctive relief must be narrowly tailored, applying only to the specific parties involved in the lawsuit or limited to the geographic boundaries of the judicial district where the court sits. The goal is to prevent federal courts from issuing sweeping orders that affect the entire nation.

The No Tax On Overtime Act of 2025 aims to boost worker take-home pay by making certain overtime compensation tax-free. This legislation amends federal tax law to exclude overtime wages earned from mandatory extra hours under the Fair Labor Standards Act from an individual's gross income. These changes will take effect immediately upon the Act's enactment.

The Preventing Child Labor Exploitation in Federal Contracting Act aims to strengthen accountability by requiring federal contractors and subcontractors to certify annually that they have not violated child labor laws. The bill increases civil penalties for child labor violations, mandates training for relevant federal staff, and requires the GAO to study contractor compliance. Companies found in violation and failing to implement corrective actions may be suspended from receiving federal contracts for at least four years.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to significantly speed up the process for newly unionized employees to secure their first collective bargaining agreement. It establishes mandatory timelines for negotiations, requiring mediation and, if necessary, binding arbitration if a deal is not reached within a set period. This legislation is designed to prevent lengthy delays that often undermine the unionization process.

The "Time to Choose Act of 2025" prohibits federal agencies from contracting with consulting firms that simultaneously work for certain foreign entities, such as the governments of China and Russia, or face penalties. It requires firms bidding on federal contracts to certify they do not have consulting contracts with these "covered foreign entities," with exceptions allowed under national security interests. The Act also outlines penalties for firms providing false information about their foreign contracts, including contract termination and False Claims Act liabilities. This law aims to address conflicts of interest where firms may be undermining U.S. security while contracting with U.S. agencies.

The Inspector General for Ukraine Act establishes an independent Inspector General to oversee and audit the use of funds allocated for military and non-military aid to Ukraine. This office is responsible for preventing fraud, waste, and misuse of resources, ensuring accountability in the distribution and utilization of U.S. support. The Inspector General will provide quarterly reports to Congress and coordinate with other oversight bodies to enhance transparency and effectiveness. The office is set to terminate after five years, following a final audit report to Congress.

The "America's National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act" designates America's National Churchill Museum as a National Historic Landmark. It authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to create cooperative agreements to protect the landmark and provide educational programs. Additionally, the Act requires the Secretary to conduct a special resource study to evaluate the landmark's national significance and the feasibility of incorporating it into the National Park System.

The "Jamie Reed Protecting Our Kids from Child Abuse Act" establishes a federal tort allowing individuals who underwent gender-transition procedures as minors to sue pediatric gender clinics, medical practitioners, and affiliated institutions for damages resulting from physical or mental harm. It defines "gender-transition procedures," specifies liable parties, and sets a 30-year statute of limitations from the individual's 18th birthday to file a lawsuit. The bill also prohibits federal funding for pediatric gender clinics, affiliated institutions, and gender-transition procedures performed on minors, and applies retroactively, regardless of when the procedures occurred.

The "Decoupling America's Artificial Intelligence Capabilities from China Act of 2025" aims to restrict China's access to U.S. AI technology and investment. It prohibits the import and export of AI technology and intellectual property between the United States and China. The Act also restricts U.S. persons from engaging in AI research and development with Chinese entities of concern or holding financial interests in Chinese AI companies involved in military or human rights abuses. Penalties are established for violations, including fines, forfeiture of benefits, and immigration consequences.

This bill amends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to expand eligibility and increase compensation for individuals affected by radiation exposure from Manhattan Project waste and uranium mining. It extends the claim filing period, allows for the use of affidavits as evidence, and establishes a grant program for studying the health impacts of uranium mining. The bill also addresses compensation for those present downwind of atmospheric nuclear testing, and directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a cooperative agreement to protect human and ecological health at the Amchitka, Alaska, Site.

The "End Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Providers Act" prohibits federal funds from going to entities that perform abortions, refer for abortions, or fund other entities that perform abortions, with exceptions for rape, incest, or to save the woman's life. This applies to any federal law passed after the enactment of this act, unless the new law specifically states it doesn't apply. It does not change existing limitations on abortion funding in appropriations laws and takes effect 60 days after enactment.

The "Defense of Conscience in Health Care Act" requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to reinstate regulations that were in place on July 22, 2019, which protect conscience and anti-discrimination rights in healthcare. This ensures healthcare professionals and entities can act according to their religious or moral beliefs. The rule must be finalized within 6 months and will supersede any conflicting regulations.