Legislative Activity

This bill transfers administrative jurisdiction over specific parcels of federal land in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, between the Secretary of the Interior and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Approximately 25 acres will move to CBP for use as part of their Advanced Training Center, while about 71.51 acres will be transferred to the Secretary of the Interior for inclusion in the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. The bill also includes provisions for surveying the transferred land and mandates that the CBP parcel must revert to the National Historical Park if it is no longer needed for training purposes.

The Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to officially include hot rotisserie chicken as an eligible food item for purchase using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This bill expands the range of food options available to SNAP recipients.

This act establishes the "No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act" to exempt certain overtime compensation from federal income tax, beginning in 2025. The deduction covers legally required overtime under the FLSA and mutually agreed-upon overtime pay above an employee's regular rate. This aims to increase take-home pay for workers earning overtime.

This bill establishes the Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2026 to explore the use of nonlethal drones by law enforcement during active shooter events. The program directs the FAA to develop protocols for testing and training on drones equipped only with nonlethal devices. Ultimately, the Act aims to create a formal approval process allowing law enforcement to operate these drones to improve officer safety and response effectiveness.

The Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act authorizes the placement of a new National Medal of Honor Monument within the Reserve in Washington, D.C. This legislation ensures the monument’s site selection complies with specific federal location requirements while remaining subject to the broader planning and construction standards of the Commemorative Works Act.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the tax credit for refined coal production through December 31, 2032. It also includes technical updates to the tax code to ensure alignment with this new deadline and clarifies eligibility for facilities producing steel industry fuel.

This resolution designates December 6th of each year as "National Miners Day." The day will honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners across the United States. It also commemorates the tragic Monongah mining disaster of 1907, which spurred significant improvements in miner safety.

The Main Street Lending Improvement Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive study by the Comptroller General on the timeline and distribution of specific small business loans within the Appalachian region. This study will analyze key metrics like application-to-disbursement times and loan volume for the years 2021 through 2024. The final report must include recommendations aimed at increasing loan accessibility, speeding up processing times, and improving applicant communication.

This bill officially renames a playground within the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia. The site will now be known as the "Hearts of Gold Playground: In Honor of West Virginia Children and Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer." This change requires all official references and records to use the new designation moving forward.

The Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act expands Medicare coverage to include physical and occupational therapy during Annual Wellness Visits and Initial Preventive Physical Exams for seniors at risk of falling. This aims to provide preventative care by covering falls risk assessments and fall prevention services for eligible patients. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reporting to Congress on fall incidents and resulting injuries among Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and older.

The Energy Choice Act aims to prevent state and local governments from enacting regulations that restrict consumer access to various energy sources, including natural gas, hydrogen, and electricity, if those sources are transported across state lines. This legislation ensures that local codes cannot ban or limit the connection or expansion of services based on the energy type or source. In essence, it protects the ability of residents and businesses to choose from energy options available through interstate commerce.

The BOP SCAN Mail Act mandates the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to stop synthetic drugs, like fentanyl, from entering federal facilities via mail. This strategy requires digitizing mail delivery so inmates receive digital copies within 24 hours, while physical mail is delivered later if cleared of contraband. The ultimate goal is to achieve 100% scanning capacity to enhance security and alleviate staffing burdens within the BOP.