Legislative Activity

The Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act prevents federal agencies from banning the use of lead ammunition and tackle on public lands and waters. It ensures that any such restrictions can only be implemented in specific areas if supported by local field data and approved by the relevant state fish and wildlife department.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 13355 North Lon Adams Road in Marana, Arizona, as the "Mayor Ed Honea Memorial Post Office." The legislation ensures that all future official references to this specific post office will use its new, designated name.

The North Rim Restoration Act establishes a comprehensive program to restore and reforest areas of the Grand Canyon National Park damaged by the Dragon Bravo Fire. To expedite recovery, the bill grants the Secretary of the Interior emergency contracting and limited sole-source procurement authorities to repair essential infrastructure and visitor facilities. These measures are supported by strict reporting requirements to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the restoration process.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 strengthens U.S. policy by imposing mandatory sanctions on foreign persons and financial institutions that support Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, drone, and terrorist activities. The bill specifically targets Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical sectors to cut off funding for these malign programs. Additionally, it expands the State Department’s "Rewards for Justice" program to incentivize the reporting of individuals who evade these sanctions.

The Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of the Interior to create and maintain a single, unified list of designated critical minerals and materials. This list must incorporate existing designations from both the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy. Federal agencies must use the most current version of this unified list when administering relevant programs.

This resolution formally censures Representative Al Green of Texas for repeatedly disrupting joint sessions of Congress, including interrupting the State of the Union Address. The censure requires Representative Green to stand in the well of the House while the Speaker publicly reads the resolution against him.

The Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act aims to promote de-escalation by exempting specific, clearly defined less-than-lethal projectile devices from federal firearm restrictions and excise taxes. This legislation provides a formal process for determining which devices qualify for these exemptions under both federal law and the National Firearms Act. The bill also modernizes tax regulations by exempting qualifying less-than-lethal devices and their ammunition from federal excise taxes.

The SAFE Olympic Sports Act mandates that national governing bodies for sports require athletes to participate in competitions corresponding to their biological sex, defined as male or female determined at conception. This requirement applies to the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, and other sanctioned events. Furthermore, the bill protects the sanctioning of previously established, single-sex amateur athletic competitions.

The Incentivize Savings Act mandates how federal agencies must handle unspent appropriations by dedicating the majority to debt reduction and allowing a portion for employee retention bonuses. This legislation also restricts future budget requests to only account for inflation unless the agency fully spends its prior allocation. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage fiscal responsibility by linking unspent funds to debt reduction and limiting budget growth.

This act simplifies annual reporting for employee benefit plans by modernizing the Form 5500 filing process. It extends the filing deadline and allows for the use of electronic signatures on required reports. These changes aim to streamline compliance for plan administrators.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE America Act) mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. It also establishes a federal requirement for voters to present a photo ID indicating U.S. citizenship when casting a ballot in federal elections. The bill outlines specific acceptable forms of proof and requires states to implement verification programs to ensure only citizens are registered and voting.

The Make Elections Great Again Act establishes new federal standards for voter identification, citizenship verification for registration, and statewide voter list maintenance for federal elections. It also standardizes election administration by mandating paper ballots, banning ranked-choice voting, and implementing strict new rules for requesting and returning mail-in ballots. The bill aims to increase election integrity through enhanced documentation and procedural uniformity across states.

The Enhancing Safety for Animals Act of 2025 officially delists the Mexican wolf from the list of threatened and endangered species. This legislation voids previous management rules and mandates that future recovery plans for the species in the U.S. must exclude consideration of the wolf population in Mexico. The bill also addresses concerns regarding compensation standards for ranchers suffering livestock losses due to wolf predation.

This Act mandates a comprehensive risk assessment by the State Department regarding the use of generative AI by foreign adversaries against U.S. national security interests. It requires the development of a diplomatic strategy to engage allies and counter malicious AI use. Furthermore, the bill establishes a requirement for regular, public assessments of specific malicious AI incidents and emerging trends involving foreign adversaries.

The American Dream Act establishes a temporary federal income tax exclusion for capital gains realized by individuals aged 65 or older when they sell their real property to a first-time homebuyer. This incentive is designed to encourage seniors to sell their homes to new buyers, provided the sale price does not exceed $500,000 and certain residency requirements are met. This exclusion is effective for sales occurring between 2027 and 2031.

The Credit Card Competition Act of 2026 aims to increase competition in credit card processing by requiring large issuers and networks to allow merchants to choose which network processes their transactions. This legislation mandates new Federal Reserve Board regulations that prohibit restrictions preventing merchants from selecting an eligible processing network. The rules specifically target large card issuers and networks, while exempting certain three-party payment systems.

This Act imposes visa and entry bans on foreign individuals who provide gender transition care to U.S. minors. Sanctions target foreign physicians, associated medical institutions, and members of specific transgender health organizations involved in these procedures. The law defines prohibited care as "chemical or surgical mutilation" intended to alter a person's biological sex.

The Cashless Bail Reporting Act mandates the Attorney General to publish and regularly update a public list of all state and local jurisdictions that allow defendants to be released before trial without posting cash bail. This ensures transparency by identifying governments utilizing personal recognizance or unsecured bond systems. The initial list must be published within 30 days, followed by quarterly updates.

The SAFE Services Act establishes a clear preference for awarding Department of Defense contracts for professional services to qualified United States companies. This legislation requires the Department of Defense to update its acquisition rules to prioritize domestic firms unless an urgent operational need or lack of domestic capability necessitates a waiver. The goal is to secure American expertise in critical areas like engineering, legal, and financial consulting.

The Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act prohibits payment card networks and financial processors from creating or requiring special merchant category codes specifically for firearm retailers. This legislation aims to prevent the singling out of businesses that sell firearms, ammunition, or related components through transaction coding. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcement and reporting annually to Congress on the law's implementation.