Legislative Activity

America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act designates specific areas in Utah as wilderness, providing them the highest level of federal protection to preserve their natural state, diverse ecosystems, and historical and cultural resources. The Act outlines administrative provisions for managing these wilderness areas, including land management, water rights, road setbacks, and the continuation of livestock grazing, while also protecting state and tribal rights. It ensures the preservation of these lands for future generations, balancing recreational opportunities with ecological conservation. The Act also removes the land from being subject to public use, mining, and mineral leasing, subject to valid rights existing when the Act is enacted.

This resolution honors the life and distinguished career of former Wyoming Senator Alan K. Simpson, recognizing his public service, military service, and contributions to Wyoming and the nation. It celebrates his work on border security, veterans affairs, entitlement reform, and fiscal responsibility, as well as his dedication to various Wyoming institutions. The resolution expresses sorrow at his passing, directs communication to the House of Representatives and his family, and adjourns the Senate in his memory.

The "Lower Drug Costs for Families Act" aims to lower prescription drug costs by applying inflation rebates to drugs in the commercial market. It adjusts how drug units are counted for rebate calculations under Medicare Parts B and D, changes the base years for these calculations to 2016, and excludes certain drug units from the rebate calculation. These changes are set to take effect in 2025 and 2026.

The "Sunshine in the Courtroom Act of 2025" permits federal appellate and district court judges to allow media coverage of court proceedings, with certain protections for witnesses and jurors. It requires the Judicial Conference of the United States to issue mandatory guidelines protecting vulnerable witnesses. This authority for district courts to allow media coverage will end 3 years after the enactment of this law. The law aims to increase transparency in the judicial system while safeguarding due process and individual privacy.

This resolution celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States. It recognizes their significant achievements across various sectors, including military service, business, medicine, and the arts. The resolution also emphasizes the need to invest in the future of these women by addressing barriers they face in justice, healthcare, education, and economic advancement.

This resolution supports the designation of May 29, 2025, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to bring attention to mental health challenges within the agricultural community. It aims to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness among farmers and farmworkers, who face unique stressors and have higher suicide rates. The resolution promotes the use of available resources like the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network and encourages the prioritization of mental well-being in agriculture.

The Food Secure Strikers Act of 2025 amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to eliminate restrictions that prevent striking workers from being eligible for SNAP benefits. This change removes the clause that previously made striking workers ineligible for SNAP. By removing these restrictions, the bill aims to provide food security for workers and their families during labor disputes.

The Cameras in the Courtroom Act mandates television coverage of open Supreme Court sessions, promoting transparency in the judicial process. This coverage is required unless a majority of justices find it would violate due process rights in a specific case. The bill aims to increase public access to and understanding of the Supreme Court's proceedings.

This resolution affirms the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review, recognizing the Supreme Court's duty to interpret the law. It requires the executive branch to comply with federal court rulings, while allowing for appeals when authorized by law. The resolution reinforces the established judicial power of the U.S. Supreme Court and other federal courts.

The Paycheck Fairness Act aims to strengthen and enhance the enforcement of equal pay requirements by modifying the "bona fide factor" defense, protecting employees who discuss their wages, and enhancing penalties for equal pay violations. It requires training and directs research, education, and outreach to eliminate pay disparities between men and women. The Act also prohibits employers from relying on wage history when considering prospective employees and mandates the collection of compensation data by the EEOC. Finally, the Act establishes the National Award for Pay Equity in the Workplace and provides small business assistance.

This resolution expresses the Senate's support for public K-12 schools and the Department of Education, recognizing the Department's vital role in supporting students with disabilities, low-income families, and English language learners. It affirms that federal investment in public education is crucial and should not be diverted to private schools through vouchers. The resolution condemns any actions that would defund public education, weaken the Department of Education, or shift education funding responsibilities to state and local governments.

This resolution designates March 24, 2025, as National Women of Color in Tech Day to recognize the vital contributions of women of color in technology. It aims to address underrepresentation and opportunity gaps in STEM fields by promoting diversity, inclusion, and support for STEM education, particularly for women of color. The resolution calls for increased investment in educational institutions and improved data collection to foster a more diverse and competitive tech workforce. It also encourages the President and Congress to collaborate on strategies to enhance diversity and inclusion in STEM education and the workforce.

The "Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act" aims to improve the tracking of opioid overdoses by expanding data collection tools and making them more accessible. It establishes an overdose data collection program under the comprehensive opioid abuse grant program, enabling states, local governments, law enforcement coalitions, and Indian tribes to track overdose locations and the administration of overdose reversal medications. These programs must support coordinated responses and be compatible with existing data collection tools, ensuring data accessibility for various government levels and law enforcement coalitions. The Act also requires grant applicants to conduct data audits to avoid duplication and mandates consultation with relevant agencies to ensure effective implementation.

The "National STEM Week Act" aims to promote STEM education and innovation by establishing a National STEM Week. This week will highlight STEM career paths, encourage family engagement in STEM activities, and foster partnerships between schools and STEM industries. The National Science and Technology Council Committee on STEM Education (CoSTEM) will oversee the week and report annually to Congress on its activities and impact. The Act defines key terms related to education and STEM fields to ensure clarity and effective implementation.

The "FCC Legal Enforcement Act" empowers the FCC to directly enforce penalties for violations regarding unsolicited advertisements, especially when the Attorney General does not act within 120 days. It prioritizes pursuing penalties exceeding $25,000,000. The Act also grants the FCC authority to create regulations protecting subscribers from unwanted calls.

The Major Richard Star Act allows veterans with combat-related disabilities to receive both veteran's disability compensation and military retired pay concurrently, without reduction. This act amends Title 10 of the United States Code to ensure that disability retirees with combat-related disabilities are not subject to reductions in retired pay due to receiving veteran's disability compensation. These changes will take effect the first day of the month following the enactment of the Act.

This bill aims to prioritize veterans and military families by amending titles 5 and 38 of the United States Code to provide protections for employees, benefits, and programs within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It focuses on safeguarding the rights and job security of VA employees and civil servants, ensuring transparency in VA operations, and restoring services and programs that may have been reduced or eliminated. The bill also seeks to enhance employment opportunities for veterans, military spouses, and caregivers, while improving the security and integrity of VA data and systems. Additionally, it addresses financial oversight of VA contracts and mandates increased reporting requirements to improve transparency and accountability.

The Advertising Middlemen Endangering Rigorous Internet Competition Accountability Act (or AMERICA Act) amends the Clayton Act to address competition and transparency in digital advertising. It prohibits companies with over $20 billion in digital advertising revenue from owning multiple parts of the advertising ecosystem (e.g., both a buy-side and sell-side brokerage) to prevent conflicts of interest. It also sets requirements for companies with over $5 billion in digital advertising revenue, including acting in the best interest of customers, providing transparency, and ensuring fair access to advertising exchanges. The Act grants the Attorney General and State attorneys general the power to enforce these provisions, including requiring divestitures and creating a private right of action for harmed parties.

The "Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act" transitions TSA personnel to standard federal employment rules under Title 5 of the U.S. Code, ensuring they receive similar rights and protections as other federal employees, while maintaining current pay and benefits. It enhances collective bargaining rights for screening agents, requires reports on recruitment, implementation, and workplace safety, and addresses specific concerns within the Federal Air Marshal Service. The Act aims to improve job security, morale, and overall working conditions for TSA employees.

This bill establishes an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Ambassador will represent the U.S. in Arctic matters, coordinate Arctic-related foreign policy, and focus on national security, international cooperation, responsible resource management, environmental protection, indigenous involvement, and scientific research in the Arctic region. The Arctic region includes areas north of 66.56083 degrees latitude, U.S. territory north and west of specific Alaskan rivers, contiguous seas, and the Aleutian Chain. The Arctic countries are defined as the permanent members of the Arctic Council.