Legislative Activity

The "Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025" aims to combat trade-related crimes by establishing a specialized task force within the Department of Justice, enhancing the investigation and prosecution of illegal activities related to imports and exports. It mandates the Attorney General to develop partnerships, provide training, and submit annual reports to Congress on the progress and financial needs in addressing these crimes. The act allocates \$20 million for fiscal year 2026 to support these efforts, with a focus on bolstering the Criminal Division's capacity to prosecute trade-related offenses.

The SBA Disaster Transparency Act requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to publish reports related to disaster assistance on its website. This ensures transparency by making information accessible to the public after the reports are submitted to Representatives.

The "Strategic Withdrawal of Agencies for Meaningful Placement Act" or "SWAMP Act" aims to relocate Executive agency headquarters outside of the Washington metropolitan area through a competitive bidding process that considers economic, workforce, and national security impacts. It prohibits new construction or lease renewals for headquarters remaining in the Washington metropolitan area and allows the use of proceeds from the sale of federal properties to offset relocation costs. The Act stipulates that no additional funds will be allocated for these activities.