Legislative Activity

The Convenient Care for Caregivers Act establishes a pilot program to support family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders. This program will provide grants to qualified entities to offer integrated health care services and support to both the caregiver and the care recipient in accessible locations. The goal is to improve health outcomes for both parties through services like screenings, education, and support groups. The bill also mandates data collection on payments and health indicators to report on the program's effectiveness to Congress.

The Respite CARE Act amends the Older Americans Act to establish grants for eligible organizations to create or expand integrated caregiver support services. These grants fund programs that combine respite care with other supportive services for family caregivers. Funds must ensure accessibility through technology, translation, and appropriate formats.

This Act, the Family Caregiving Research and Innovation Act, allocates significant funding through 2030 to support research and evidence-based practices for family caregivers under the Older Americans Act. It also updates and clarifies the definitions of "family caregiver" and introduces a definition for "older relative caregiver." Finally, the bill amends the National Family Caregiver Support Program to focus its support services on family caregivers.

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 directs the FAA to establish a committee to review and recommend updates to policies regarding the medical certification of pilots and air traffic controllers with mental health conditions. The bill mandates regulatory updates to encourage aviation personnel to seek mental health care without fear of penalty. Furthermore, it allocates funding to enhance the FAA's capacity to process reviews and launches a public campaign to reduce mental health stigma within the industry.

The DINE Act, or Disease Intervention through Nutrition Education Act, aims to integrate "food is medicine" and food-based interventions into services for older adults under the Older Americans Act. This legislation mandates screening and referrals for federal and non-federal food-based programs during routine health assessments. It also encourages states to use innovative nutrition delivery systems, such as produce prescriptions, to improve health outcomes for seniors.

The In-Home CARE Act establishes a new grant program to support home visiting services for family caregivers. These grants aim to enhance the ability of family members to provide care at home, thereby helping individuals remain in their homes longer and reducing institutionalization. Programs funded under this Act will conduct caregiver assessments and provide essential education, training, and referrals to necessary support services.

The Family Caregiver Peer Support Act establishes a grant program to develop and expand peer support services for family caregivers, available both in-person and virtually. These grants will fund programs that offer emotional support and assistance with administrative tasks, while prioritizing underserved populations. The legislation also supports training for peer support specialists and ensures language access for diverse caregiver communities.

The Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 aims to strengthen domestic food security by repealing specific sections of a previous law (Public Law 11921). This repeal effectively reinstates the original statutes that were previously altered by those sections.

The FINANCE Act establishes a new grant program to provide essential financial planning services specifically for family caregivers under the Older Americans Act. This program aims to support those who informally care for older adults or individuals with Alzheimer's or related disorders. Eligible entities will receive funding to offer comprehensive guidance on benefits, budgeting, long-term care costs, and legal planning resources. The services must be delivered in an accessible manner, accommodating diverse needs including language and technology barriers.

The EXPERTS Act of 2025 aims to reform the federal rulemaking process by increasing transparency and accountability across executive agencies. It mandates extensive disclosure requirements for studies and funding sources submitted during public comment periods and establishes new standards for judicial review of agency actions. Furthermore, the bill creates an Office of the Public Advocate to focus on social equity in regulations and streamlines the review timeline for significant regulatory actions by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA).

The End Rent Fixing Act of 2025 prohibits rental property owners from using coordinators to gather and analyze rental data to recommend prices or terms. This bill makes paying for or performing such "coordinating functions" illegal under federal antitrust law. Enforcement is granted to the FTC, the Department of Justice, and State Attorneys General, and allows harmed individuals to sue for treble damages.

The Background Check Expansion Act mandates that nearly all private firearm transfers between unlicensed individuals must go through a licensed dealer to complete a federal background check. This legislation establishes a universal background check requirement for these transactions, with specific exceptions for family gifts and law enforcement transfers. The bill aims to close loopholes in existing firearm transfer laws while explicitly prohibiting the creation of a national firearms registry.

This bill establishes the Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act, aiming to formally recognize Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) by requiring the Office of Management and Budget to consider creating a distinct occupational category for them in the federal classification system. The legislation also authorizes significant federal grants to states to establish or expand paid family and medical leave programs. If a separate DSP classification is not created, a report explaining the decision must be submitted to Congress.

This resolution officially recognizes November 2025 as National Family Caregivers Month. It honors the millions of Americans who provide essential, unpaid care to loved ones facing illness or aging. The resolution also encourages public awareness and support for policies that assist these vital caregivers.

The Anti-Cash Grab Act repeals a specific provision (Section 213 of division C of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026). This repeal effectively restores a previous law, Section 10 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005. The legislation is designed to take effect retroactively as if the repealed section had never been enacted.

The Stop Ballroom Bribery Act establishes strict rules and prohibitions on accepting donations for projects connected to the President or Vice President, including property near the White House. It bars donations from individuals or entities currently involved in litigation, seeking federal contracts, or lobbying the executive branch. The bill mandates public disclosure of donor meetings and imposes significant civil and criminal penalties for violations, including straw donations and coercion.

The Healthcare Opportunities for Patriots in Exile (HOPE) Act grants the Secretary of Homeland Security the discretionary authority to parole certain veterans currently outside the U.S. into the country. This parole is specifically for the purpose of allowing them to receive necessary healthcare from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Eligibility is restricted for those inadmissible due to serious violent or national security-related criminal convictions.

This bill, the Restoring Access for Detainees Act, mandates that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) provide detained individuals with free, limited telephone and electronic communication services. It aims to ensure detainees can consult with legal counsel and maintain essential family ties at no cost. The legislation specifies minimum free calling minutes, required access for legal consultation, and prohibits monitoring of confidential communications with attorneys.

The CARE Act of 2025 mandates the testing of a new Comprehensive Alternative Response for Emergencies (CARE) Model under Medicare. This model allows Medicare Part B to pay ground ambulance providers for emergency response services, even if no transport occurs. The goal is to evaluate how this alternative payment structure impacts emergency medical service access, beneficiary outcomes, and resource utilization over a five-year period.

The Immigrant Veterans Eligibility Tracking System (IVETS) Act mandates that the Department of Homeland Security identify and record the military service of any alien applying for an immigration benefit or facing enforcement proceedings. This ensures that records clearly reflect military service, though this information cannot be used by the government for removal purposes. The goal is to better track the immigration outcomes for veterans and service members.