Legislative Activity

This Act establishes the Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Task Force will improve healthcare, align research, and establish baselines for service members and veterans affected by blast overpressure exposure. It is charged with prioritizing research on related conditions and submitting annual reports with recommendations for evaluating service-connected neurological injuries.

This bill mandates the Secretary of State to develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for relocating the United Nations headquarters from New York City to an alternative location within the United States. The strategy requires identifying potential new sites and renegotiating the existing U.S.-U.N. headquarters agreement. Once the renegotiated agreement is ratified, the Secretary must promptly implement the physical move and report on the timeline and next steps to Congress.

The Intelligence Community Property Security Act of 2025 establishes a new federal crime for the unauthorized access of clearly marked, restricted property belonging to any element of the Intelligence Community within the United States. This legislation introduces escalating criminal penalties for violations, ranging from 180 days for a first offense up to 10 years for subsequent offenses.

This bill, the "Male or Female Only Act," prohibits federal agencies from including any option other than "Male" or "Female" when collecting information about an individual's sex on official forms and documents. It also bans the collection of information regarding gender or gender identity. Agencies must update all relevant forms within 60 days to comply with these restrictions.

This resolution formally recognizes and honors the White House Medical Unit (WHMU) as it approaches its 80th anniversary in 2025. It commends the unit's dedicated service in providing immediate, high-quality medical care to the President, Vice President, and executive leadership worldwide. The bill specifically thanks the military personnel who staff the WHMU for their critical role in national security and the continuity of government operations.

The Agriculture Infrastructure Stability Act of 2025 mandates the research and development of a new revenue-loss crop insurance policy to help stabilize farm income. The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation must make this policy available to farmers within two years, provided it meets existing statutory requirements. Furthermore, the Corporation is required to report its research findings and policy details to Congress within one year of the Act's passage.

The Growing University AI Research for Defense Act (GUARD Act) authorizes the Secretary of Defense to establish National Security and Defense Artificial Intelligence Institutes at eligible senior military colleges. These institutes will focus on critical defense-related AI challenges through broad partnerships across government, academia, and industry. The funding supports research, data sharing, testing environments, and workforce development exclusively within the United States.

This bill, the Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act, mandates the Secretary of Commerce to submit an annual, detailed report to Congress regarding specific export license applications and end-use checks involving high-risk foreign entities. The report must detail company names, item descriptions, final destinations, and the outcomes of compliance checks. While most of this information will remain confidential to protect ongoing investigations, the legislation aims to increase congressional oversight of sensitive technology transfers.

This bill officially renames the United States Postal Service facility located at 505 East 9th Avenue in Amarillo, Texas. The building will now be known as the "Mayor Jerry H. Hodge Post Office Building." This designation requires all official records and documents to use the new name for this specific location.

The U.S.-South Africa Bilateral Relations Review Act of 2025 mandates the President to formally assess South Africa's foreign policy alignment, particularly concerning its ties with Russia, China, and Hamas. This review requires the President to certify whether South Africa's actions harm U.S. national security interests within 30 days of enactment. Furthermore, the bill requires a comprehensive review of the entire bilateral relationship and a classified report identifying South African officials eligible for sanctions due to corruption or human rights abuses.

The FLRAA Production Acceleration Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of the Army to begin early production contracts for up to 24 new long-range assault aircraft. This measure aims to speed delivery to soldiers, maintain industrial momentum, and reduce overall program costs. The Secretary must also submit a detailed report to Congress within 180 days outlining the plan, industrial base status, and projected savings.

The Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2025 reauthorizes and significantly increases mandatory funding levels for critical animal disease prevention and management programs through 2031. This legislation ensures sustained financial support for national animal health laboratories, surveillance efforts, and preparedness initiatives. The bill updates funding allocations to enhance the nation's ability to rapidly respond to potential foreign animal disease outbreaks.

The Livestock Indemnity Program Enhancement Act of 2025 establishes new, additional payments for eligible livestock producers who suffer losses of unborn animals due to covered disaster conditions exceeding normal rates. These supplemental payments will be calculated based on a rate set by the Secretary, not exceeding 85% of the lowest weight class payment for that livestock type. This change aims to provide further financial relief for producers facing significant losses during gestation.

The RESTORE Act establishes a Special Review Board to audit the Department of Defense's handling of COVID-19 religious exemption requests for service members. This Board is mandated to correct any career damage—such as lost promotions or pay—resulting from denied accommodations. Furthermore, the legislation requires the removal of all negative records related to vaccine refusal and mandates regular reporting to Congress on the implementation and accountability measures.

This joint resolution formally recognizes the critical importance and exceptional service of the United States Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. It expresses gratitude for the dedication, bravery, and sacrifices made by SOF personnel and their families in executing the nation's most demanding missions. Furthermore, the resolution supports the designation of an annual "SOF Week" to honor their vital contributions to national security.

The No Partisan Radio and Partisan Broadcasting Services Act (NPR and PBS Act) prohibits all federal funding, direct or indirect, for the National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). This measure immediately ends government financial support for these two national broadcasting entities. The restriction also applies to any successor organizations.

The Dietary Guidelines Reform Act of 2025 changes the required update cycle for official dietary guidelines from every five years to at least every ten years, requiring adherence to formal rulemaking procedures. The bill mandates that future guidelines must be based on rigorous, evidence-based scientific review and address accessibility and affordability for all populations. If updates occur sooner than the ten-year cycle, an independent, temporary advisory board must be established to submit guiding scientific questions. The Act also strictly limits the scope of the guidelines, excluding topics like taxation, social welfare, and food production methods.

The Reimbursing Border Communities Act of 2025 establishes a grant program to help local governments within 200 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border cover specific security-related costs. To qualify, communities cannot be designated as "sanctuary jurisdictions" that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Grants are capped at $500,000 per year and strictly prohibit funding for non-citizen basic needs or legal representation.

The Fairness in Veterans’ Education Act eliminates the requirement for certain service members to repay contributions made toward their Post-9/11 Educational Assistance benefits if they do not complete their full service commitment. This change aims to provide greater fairness in how veterans access their earned education benefits. The new rule will take effect on August 1, 2025.

The Rural Health Care Facility Technical Assistance Program Act expands and codifies a Department of Agriculture program to provide technical assistance and training to rural health care facilities. This program aims to improve financial stability, prevent closures, and strengthen health care delivery in rural areas. The Act authorizes up to $2,000,000 annually from 2026-2030 for these activities and requires annual reports to Congress. It prioritizes outreach to facilities at risk and those serving underserved populations.