Legislative Activity

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection decision to withdraw a rule regarding Fair Credit Reporting Act file disclosures. By disapproving this withdrawal, the resolution aims to nullify the agency's action and restore the original rule's status.

This joint resolution exercises congressional authority to disapprove a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection rule that withdrew previous regulations regarding time-barred debt under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. By nullifying this withdrawal, the resolution effectively restores the original regulatory protections for consumers.

The Congressional Civics Challenge Act establishes a national academic competition for middle and high school students to promote civic engagement, media literacy, and a deeper understanding of American government. Modeled after existing Congressional student challenges, this initiative aims to revitalize civic education through both a Department of Education-led program and an annual Senate-run competition.

The End Warehouse Detention Act prohibits the use of specific federal funds for the purchase, operation, or maintenance of warehouses as immigration detention facilities. This legislation ensures that government resources cannot be utilized to repurpose warehouse spaces for the detention of noncitizens by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The ICE Funding Accountability Act restricts the use of specific federal funds by prohibiting their application toward the hiring, recruitment, or salary payments of new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) personnel. The bill aims to limit the expansion of these agencies by barring the use of designated appropriations for new staff onboarding or retention incentives.

The Private Detention Accountability Act increases oversight of immigration detention facilities by requiring the Director of ICE to submit detailed audit reports to Congress regarding facility conditions and corrective actions. Furthermore, the bill restricts the placement of new detainees in facilities until they have successfully passed an audit and addressed all identified deficiencies.

This bill establishes the NASA Talent Exchange Program, allowing for the temporary assignment of NASA employees to private companies and vice versa. The program aims to foster collaboration and share expertise between the public and private sectors for up to four years. Strict agreements are required to protect government interests, including commitments from NASA employees regarding their post-assignment service. The Administrator must also report annually on the program's activities and impact.

The NIH Clinical Trial Integrity Act establishes new requirements for diversity in clinical trials funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), mandating specific recruitment and retention plans based on patient demographics. It also directs a study to eliminate cost barriers for participants and authorizes a national public awareness campaign to increase participation from underrepresented groups. This legislation aims to ensure that clinical trial results are applicable to the diverse populations affected by the diseases being studied.

This bill, the PSLF Payment Completion Fairness Act, amends the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. It removes the requirement that borrowers must be currently employed in public service when they apply for or receive loan forgiveness. The act only requires that borrowers have completed the necessary period of full-time public service employment.

This bill aims to modernize federal hiring by establishing dedicated technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) talent teams within agencies and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). These teams will improve competitive service hiring practices for critical tech roles by developing better examinations and facilitating expert-driven assessments. The legislation also creates a platform for sharing and customizing these technical assessments across the government to streamline recruitment.

The Protecting our Veterans’ Memories Act establishes a \$525 burial plot allowance through the Department of Veterans Affairs for the spouses and children of eligible veterans buried in state-owned cemeteries. This provision ensures financial support for families when they choose burial plots in state or local cemeteries rather than national cemeteries. The allowance amount will be subject to future adjustments.

The UNLOCK Housing Act aims to increase the supply of affordable housing by allowing local governments and tribes to use federal funds for the direct construction of new residential housing for low- and moderate-income persons. This amendment to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 expands the eligible uses of these funds. The legislation permits this construction activity with or without the involvement of nonprofit organizations.

The Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act imposes strict new financial restrictions on covered officials across the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches, including mandatory divestment of "covered investments" like stocks and digital assets within 90 days. Furthermore, the bill bans nearly all outside earned income and service on corporate boards for Members of Congress. Finally, it institutes significantly harsher lobbying restrictions, including a lifetime ban for former Members of Congress lobbying high-ranking officials or foreign entities.

The Pipeline to Service Act aims to strengthen the federal workforce by expanding opportunities for students and recent graduates. It establishes new recruitment partnerships with colleges, mandates a minimum intern wage of $15 per hour, and streamlines pathways for interns and Presidential Management Fellows (renamed TALENTS) to convert into permanent federal employees. The bill also doubles the intake for the leadership development program to build a stronger pipeline of future government managers.

The Learn and Serve America Reinvestment Act provides a significant, dedicated annual funding increase of $40 million to the Learn and Serve America program starting in fiscal year 2026. This legislation also expands eligibility to include local educational agencies and grants State Educational Agencies more flexibility in designating program operators. Furthermore, it restructures how funds are distributed starting in 2026, including setting aside funds for Native American education and requiring competitive grants to states, territories, and tribes.

The Service Starts At Home Act establishes federal grant programs to support paid internships in local government offices for students. It also creates a scholarship program rewarding K-12 and college students based on the number of hours they dedicate to approved volunteer service. Finally, the Act mandates a system to recognize educational institutions for their significant community service achievements.

The A Chance To Serve Act significantly expands benefits for current and former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers. This legislation increases education awards, provides federal job hiring advantages, and offers one year of post-service healthcare coverage for former volunteers. Furthermore, it suspends federal student loan payments and interest accumulation during service periods for both groups. The bill also makes certain national service payments and educational awards exempt from federal income tax.

The Summer Meals REACH Act of 2025 significantly expands access to the Summer Food Service Program by making all children eligible for meals, regardless of income or school status. This legislation also eases restrictions by allowing meals to be served outside of traditional group settings sooner. Furthermore, it grants the Secretary of Agriculture new flexibility in monitoring food service operations.

This bill, the Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025, directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the historic Buffalo Soldier regiments for their distinguished service to the United States. The medal will be designed and struck by the Secretary of the Treasury and ultimately housed at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Act also authorizes the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to help cover the costs of production.

This bill establishes the Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience to strengthen defense industrial capabilities and supply chains among the U.S. and its regional allies. The initiative directs the Department of Defense to collaborate with partners on joint development, production, and standardization of key defense articles. The goal is to enhance collective security by ensuring reliable access to necessary materials and maintaining a technological edge. This program will be overseen by a designated official and will conclude its authorization at the end of 2030.