Legislative Activity

This bill honors Selfridge Air National Guard Base on its 108th anniversary, recognizing its historical significance, economic impact, and strategic importance to national security. It acknowledges the base's contributions to military operations, its role in homeland defense, and its selection for the KC-46A Pegasus tanker aircraft beddown. The bill also commends the personnel of Selfridge Air National Guard Base and encourages continued support and investment in the base.

The Disclose GIFT Act mandates that certain colleges and universities establish clear policies and public databases for faculty and staff to disclose financial ties, gifts, and contracts exceeding specified thresholds with foreign sources. Institutions must actively manage potential espionage risks associated with these foreign relationships. Failure to comply with these new disclosure and enforcement rules can result in significant financial penalties and potential loss of eligibility for federal student aid programs.

This resolution expresses support for designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day" to recognize the region's vital importance to the environment, economy, and public health of the United States. It highlights the Great Lakes' role as a critical source of fresh water and commerce while reaffirming a commitment to their ongoing protection and restoration. Additionally, the bill designates Lake St. Clair as the "Heart of the Great Lakes" and calls for accelerated efforts to preserve these essential natural resources.

The "Sickle Cell Disease and Other Heritable Blood Disorders Research, Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act of 2025" aims to improve the treatment and prevention of sickle cell disease and its complications. It amends the Public Health Service Act to broaden the scope of activities and increase funding for these efforts through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements. The Act authorizes $8,205,000 annually from 2025 to 2029 and emphasizes the need for further research into heritable blood disorders.

The Reforming Education for Veterans Act amends Title 38 of the United States Code to improve educational opportunities and compliance processes for veterans. It allows service members flexibility in their education programs when called to duty, and streamlines the compliance survey process for educational institutions with multiple campuses. The Act also mandates timely notification to school certifying officials regarding updates to the VA handbook.

The Reignite Hope Act of 2025 introduces a $3,500 tax credit for essential workers, such as nurses, first responders, and childcare providers, employed within qualified opportunity zones. Additionally, the bill permanently restructures the child tax credit to provide $3,500 per qualifying child, while updating eligibility requirements and refundability calculations.