Legislative Activity

The Nuclear REFUEL Act of 2025 streamlines the licensing process for certain nuclear fuel activities by amending the definition of a "production facility" under the Atomic Energy Act. Specifically, it excludes operations involving certain uranium processing or spent fuel reprocessing that does not separate plutonium from other transuranic elements. This aims to expedite the development and use of advanced nuclear fuels.

This bill directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection to correct past import duties on specific entries of K389 Hole-N-One golf cart tires. It mandates the reliquidation of these entries to apply the correct, duty-free tariff rate previously established by CBP rulings. Consequently, the government must refund any excess duties collected on these specific tire imports, plus interest.

The Student Debt Alternative and CTE Awareness Act mandates that the Department of Education prominently display comprehensive information about Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs on its website. This legislation also requires the FAFSA application to include a clear notification and summary highlighting CTE pathways as an alternative to traditional four-year degrees. The Act ensures students are aware of vocational training options without authorizing any new federal funding.

The Resilient Tire Supply and Jobs Act establishes a temporary tax credit for businesses purchasing eligible tires retreaded within the United States. It also mandates that federal agencies prioritize purchasing retreaded tires when available through the GSA schedule for their vehicle fleets. This legislation aims to bolster domestic manufacturing and promote the use of retreaded tires.

The RAISE Act of 2025 mandates that states incorporate specific academic standards for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies when developing or revising their K-12 curriculum guidelines. This ensures that AI literacy becomes a required component of state academic standards under federal education law.

This resolution officially recognizes September 8 through 14, 2025, as "Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week." It honors the dedication of athletic administrators who guide millions of student-athletes in physical, academic, and emotional growth. The Senate commends their vital role in fostering leadership, teamwork, and positive development through school sports programs.

The Children Harmed by AI Technology (CHAT) Act mandates strict age verification and parental consent for minors accessing companion AI chatbots, which are defined as AI designed for emotional support. Covered entities must monitor these chats for suicidal ideation and sexually explicit content, immediately notifying parents and providing crisis resources when necessary. Furthermore, companies must clearly disclose to users that they are interacting with an AI, not a human, at the start of and periodically during every chat session.

The FEED Act of 2025 aims to support students pursuing career and technical education by excluding their earnings from work-based learning programs when determining household eligibility for SNAP benefits. This exclusion applies to students under 21 who are living with a parent or under parental control. The bill ensures that participation in approved training programs does not negatively impact a family's access to food assistance.

The Debt, Earnings, and Cost Information Disclosure for Education Act, or DECIDE Act, aims to increase transparency for student loan borrowers. This bill mandates that the Secretary of Education update the College Scorecard annually with crucial data for every federal aid-eligible program. This new information will include median earnings ten years out, median student loan debt levels, and repayment/default rates for program completers. The goal is to provide prospective students with clearer accountability metrics before they enroll.

This bill aims to increase clarity and predictability for switching prescription drugs (Rx) to over-the-counter (nonprescription) status. It establishes new procedures, including early meetings with the FDA, and mandates the agency to issue clear guidance on the evidence required for these applications. Furthermore, the legislation requires a stakeholder engagement plan and a GAO report to review the current switch process and identify potential improvements.

This bill amends the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 to adjust the boundary of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Specifically, it authorizes the addition of approximately one acre of land to the park's official boundaries in Dayton, Ohio. This adjustment incorporates a specifically mapped parcel into the historical park.

The Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act mandates the Department of Labor to establish comprehensive, ongoing training for its personnel on identifying and referring potential human trafficking cases. This training must cover detection methods, identification techniques, and proper referral processes that prioritize victim protection. Furthermore, the Secretary of Labor is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the training provided and the human trafficking referrals made to the Department of Justice.

The Preventing Deep Fake Scams Act establishes a Task Force on Artificial Intelligence in the Financial Services Sector to study the growing use of AI in banking. This group will analyze current security measures and potential risks, particularly those posed by deep fakes used for fraud. The Task Force is required to deliver a comprehensive report to Congress with recommendations for new laws and regulations to protect consumers.

The Susan Muffley Act of 2025 mandates that the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) recalculate guaranteed pension benefits for participants in specific, named pension plans. This recalculation ensures beneficiaries receive their full vested plan benefit, ignoring standard federal guarantee limits. The PBGC must issue catch-up lump-sum payments with interest to those previously underpaid. Funding for these increased benefits will be provided through a newly established Treasury trust fund.

This resolution supports designating May 4 through May 10, 2025, as "Children's Mental Health Awareness Week." It aims to raise national awareness about the critical mental health challenges facing young people in the U.S. The measure emphasizes the importance of early intervention, healthy lifestyle factors, and reducing stigma to ensure children can access necessary care. Ultimately, this resolution urges that youth mental health be treated as a national priority.

This joint resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of a recent rule issued by the Department of Energy concerning appliance standards. The rejected rule covered certification, labeling, and enforcement provisions for certain consumer products and commercial equipment. By passing this resolution, Congress nullifies the DOE's new energy conservation requirements.

This Act mandates an annual review of the Code of Federal Regulations using artificial intelligence systems developed in partnership with NIST to identify redundant or outdated rules. If an agency confirms an AI-flagged regulation is unnecessary, it must be removed or updated within 30 days using an expedited process. This legislation aims to rapidly streamline federal regulations by leveraging technology to eliminate obsolete requirements.

This joint resolution disapproves and nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule that withdrew a technical amendment to Ohio's air quality plan. The disapproval is made under the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to overturn agency regulations.