Legislative Activity

This resolution observes the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. It expresses gratitude for the bravery and essential work of the U.S. Capitol Police, Metropolitan Police Department, and all Capitol personnel who defended the building and ensured the continuation of government functions. The resolution also reaffirms a commitment to protecting American democracy and the Constitution.

This resolution expresses unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in the face of escalating political, economic, and military pressure from the People's Republic of China. It condemns China's coercive actions against Japan following statements regarding Taiwan's security. The resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to Japan's defense, including the Senkaku Islands under Article V of the mutual security treaty. Finally, it commends Japan for its efforts to maintain regional peace and stability while increasing its defense capabilities.

The Global Climate Resilience Act of 2025 establishes programs to help vulnerable nations adapt to climate change impacts. It authorizes the reduction of U.S. debt owed by eligible, climate-vulnerable countries, provided the savings are reinvested in resilience activities. Furthermore, the Act directs the U.S. to advocate within international financial institutions for debt restructuring and the creation of an automatic climate insurance program through the World Bank.

The Seniors Deserve SMARTER Care Act of 2025 aims to protect Medicare beneficiaries by prohibiting the implementation of the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) model. This legislation prevents the Department of Health and Human Services from introducing the WISeR model or any substantially similar payment and service delivery system under Medicare.

This Act establishes the **Accountability for Federal Law Enforcement Act** to create direct employer liability for federal law enforcement agencies when their officers violate an individual's constitutional or legal rights. It allows civil actions against the United States for officer misconduct, regardless of whether an official policy caused the violation or if the officer has individual immunity. This measure waives sovereign immunity for claims against federal agencies under these circumstances.

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement in the United States. It honors the immense sacrifices and significant contributions of Southeast Asian Americans across all sectors of American life. The bill also acknowledges the challenges these communities have faced since arriving. Finally, it reaffirms the nation's commitment to supporting these vibrant communities.

This act establishes the Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter Recreation Pass Act, providing eligible law enforcement officers and firefighters with a free annual National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. The bill defines eligible individuals as those employed by federal, state, local, or tribal governments whose duties involve fire suppression or criminal law enforcement/supervision. The Secretary of the Interior is tasked with making these passes available upon proof of eligibility.

The Background Check Completion Act of 2025 mandates that a completed background check must occur before any firearm transfer can take place. This law removes the previous "default proceed" provision that allowed transfers after three business days if the check was incomplete. It also updates related federal laws to align with this new, stricter requirement.

This bill mandates the use of ranked choice voting for all federal elections, including those for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, starting in 2030. It establishes specific rules for ballot design, vote tabulation, and prohibits separate runoff elections. The legislation also provides federal funding to states to assist with the implementation costs.

The Change Corruption Act prohibits the United States from featuring the likeness of any living or currently serving President on its currency. This measure aims to prevent undue influence or self-promotion by sitting or recent Presidents on national coinage.

Ally's Act mandates that private health insurance plans cover essential hearing devices, including auditory implants and their related services, for qualifying individuals. This coverage must begin for plan years starting January 1, 2026. The law ensures that cost-sharing and treatment limitations for these hearing benefits are no more restrictive than those for other medical services. Furthermore, coverage cannot be denied if a physician or qualified audiologist determines the device is medically necessary.

This resolution strongly condemns white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, specifically targeting the promotion of these dangerous ideologies by Nick Fuentes. It further condemns Tucker Carlson and Kevin Roberts for platforming and defending Fuentes's documented antisemitic and Holocaust-denying statements. The resolution affirms the nation's commitment to fighting antisemitism and urges all leaders to reject these hateful views.

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and recognizes its transformative impact on ensuring a free, appropriate public education for children with disabilities. It honors the millions who have benefited from IDEA and reaffirms commitment to its principles. *Note: The provided text also includes details about a separate "Housing for All" program, which is not addressed in this summary as the primary focus of the resolution appears to be IDEA.*

This bill, the Prohibiting Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela Act of 2025, strictly prohibits the use of U.S. military funds for hostilities against Venezuela. Any military action must be specifically authorized by a new law passed by Congress or authorized consistent with the War Powers Resolution. The Act maintains exceptions for self-defense or defense of U.S. personnel, as well as for humanitarian aid and certain counternarcotics operations.

The SAFE Chips Act of 2025 establishes strict new export controls on advanced integrated circuits to foreign adversary countries. This law mandates a license for the export or transfer of these specified high-performance chips, with a policy to deny all such applications. The bill specifically defines "advanced integrated circuit" based on technical performance thresholds or existing export control classifications, excluding those not designed for data center use.

The Strategic Plan for Aging Act establishes a new grant program under the Older Americans Act to help states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations develop comprehensive, multisector plans for supporting older adults and people aging with disabilities. These competitive grants will fund the creation and implementation of long-term strategic resources designed to improve health, well-being, and quality of life through coordinated cross-sector efforts. The legislation aims to guide policy and funding over a 10-year horizon by addressing 11 key aging issues, such as housing, healthcare access, and economic security.

The Upholding Protections for Unaccompanied Children Act of 2025 aims to strengthen protections for unaccompanied children navigating the immigration system. This bill exempts these children from various immigration-related fees, including those for asylum and employment authorization. Furthermore, it places limitations on body examinations and restricts the sharing of sponsor information with immigration enforcement agencies. The Act also mandates the refund of previously paid fees that are now waived.

The Family Vaccine Protection Act formally establishes the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) in law, requiring its vaccine recommendations to be based strictly on the preponderance of the best available, peer-reviewed scientific evidence. It mandates that the CDC Director adopt these recommendations unless they can scientifically justify a deviation, with any contrary action requiring public justification and notification to Congress. Furthermore, the bill institutes a new scientific evidence standard for any changes made to the list of covered injuries within the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from any hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been explicitly authorized by Congress. It affirms Congress's constitutional authority to declare war and mandates expedited procedures for considering this measure. The resolution ensures that any ongoing military action against Venezuela ceases unless Congress provides a specific authorization for the use of force.

The Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025 enhances the FDA's authority to require pediatric investigations for new molecularly targeted cancer drugs. It also extends the priority review voucher program designed to incentivize the development of treatments for rare pediatric diseases until September 2030. Furthermore, the bill mandates studies to assess the effectiveness of these new drug investigation requirements and the existing voucher program.