Legislative Activity

The Basin Fund Preservation Act requires the Department of Interior and Department of Energy to develop a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to study and address the impacts of the Glen Canyon Dam Record of Decision on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund. The MOU will outline how the Record of Decision affects the Fund's responsibilities, hydropower production, and endangered species. The goal is to ensure the Fund can continue its operations, maintain infrastructure, and mitigate any negative consequences from the Record of Decision. This act does not alter any existing rights or responsibilities under Title 5 of the U.S. Code.

The "Federal Reserve Board Abolition Act" abolishes the Federal Reserve Board and all Federal Reserve Banks one year after enactment, repealing the Federal Reserve Act. During the dissolution period, the Chairman will manage the wind-down of operations, and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget will liquidate assets to maximize returns to the Treasury. The Treasury Secretary will assume all outstanding liabilities and, along with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, will report to Congress on the implementation of the Act.

The "Move the ICC Out of NYC Act of 2025" directs the U.S. Ambassador to the UN to negotiate an agreement that would prohibit the International Criminal Court (ICC) from using UN facilities located in the United States. This bill asserts that the ICC, which the U.S. has not joined and over which it claims no authority, should not have an office within the United Nations headquarters in New York. The negotiations for this agreement must begin within 30 days of the opening of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The Government Spectrum Valuation Act requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to estimate the value of the electromagnetic spectrum assigned to each Federal entity. These estimates, conducted with the FCC and OMB, must be based on the spectrum's potential value if reallocated for commercial wireless services, considering both commercial needs and the operational requirements of Federal entities. The NTIA will publicly disclose how each value estimate was determined, and Federal entities must report the spectrum's estimated value in their budget and annual financial statements.

This bill mandates an audit of the electromagnetic spectrum assigned to each Federal entity, to be conducted by the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information. The audit will detail spectrum band usage, purpose, extent, geographic area, and sharing arrangements. Results will be reported to Congress, including any unused spectrum portions, with coordination required to avoid duplication with existing audits.

**Saving Privacy Act:** This bill aims to reform financial privacy laws by restricting government access to personal financial records, terminating the Consolidated Audit Trail, and preventing the creation of a central bank digital currency. It also increases Congressional oversight of agency rulemaking and strengthens penalties for unlawful acquisition or disclosure of financial records, while raising the reporting threshold for third-party payment networks. The "Keep Your Coins Act" within this bill protects the right to use virtual currencies for personal transactions without undue restrictions.

The Higher Education Reform and Opportunity Act overhauls federal student loan programs by terminating most existing loan options and introducing Federal Direct simplification loans with set interest rates and loan limits. It also phases out loan forgiveness programs for new loans made after July 1, 2025, with limited exceptions. The bill introduces alternative state accreditation systems for postsecondary institutions and programs to qualify for Title IV funding and mandates increased transparency by requiring colleges to publish detailed information on student outcomes and loan data. Finally, it introduces financial accountability measures for schools based on student loan default rates.

The Guarding Readiness Resources Act allows the National Guard Bureau to credit funds received as reimbursement from states for the use of military property to the original or a currently available appropriate account. These funds can only be used by the Department of Defense for the repair, maintenance, replacement, or similar functions directly related to assets used by National Guard units operating under State active duty status.

The SCREEN Act requires online platforms that host or provide pornographic content to use technology to verify users' ages, preventing minors from accessing harmful material. Platforms must implement age verification measures within one year of the Act's enactment, prioritizing data security and user privacy. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will oversee compliance, conduct regular audits, and provide guidance to platforms, while the Comptroller General will report to Congress on the Act's effectiveness and impact. This act aims to protect children from the harmful effects of online pornography by ensuring only adults can access such content.

The Modernizing Retrospective Regulatory Review Act aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal regulations by leveraging technology in retrospective reviews. It mandates a report on the availability of regulations in machine-readable format and requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance on using technology for these reviews. Furthermore, each agency must submit a retrospective review plan detailing their strategy for implementing the technology guidance. Ultimately, this act seeks to streamline regulatory processes, reduce burdens, and ensure regulations are up-to-date and effective.

The "DEFUND Act of 2025" terminates U.S. membership in the United Nations and its affiliated bodies, repealing key acts such as the United Nations Participation Act of 1945. It prohibits U.S. contributions to the UN, participation in peacekeeping operations, and revokes diplomatic immunity for UN personnel. The bill also withdraws the U.S. from the World Health Organization and any UN conventions, while barring future reentry into the UN without Senate approval.

The "Healthy SNAP Act of 2025" amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, redefining "food" under SNAP to exclude items like alcohol, tobacco, and sugary products, while directing the Secretary to designate specific healthy foods that qualify. It requires the Secretary to consider nutritional value, fat, sugar, and salt levels when designating foods and to review these designations regularly. The bill also ensures prepared meals meet nutritional standards and allows for culturally appropriate food substitutions.

The "Reorganizing Government Act of 2025" aims to streamline the executive branch by allowing for the elimination of unnecessary government operations and amending or eliminating outdated regulations. It broadens the definition of "executive department" and removes restrictions on abolishing enforcement functions through reorganization plans. The act also sets goals to reduce the number of federal employees and ensure no net increase in federal workers or expenditures as a result of reorganization, extending executive reorganization authority until December 31, 2026.

This resolution authorizes the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to spend money from the Senate's contingent fund, hire staff, and utilize personnel from other government entities to support its functions, including holding hearings and conducting investigations, from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027. It sets specific expense limits for the committee during three defined periods, covering costs such as salaries, consultants, staff training, and agency contributions related to employee compensation. Vouchers approved by the chairman will cover the committee's expenses, with some exceptions for routine costs like salaries and telecommunications. Payments for agency contributions related to committee employee compensation will be authorized from the Senate's Inquiries and Investigations expense account.

The "Defund Government-Sponsored Propaganda Act" eliminates all federal funding for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and National Public Radio (NPR). Funds slated for these organizations will instead be used to reduce the national debt for fiscal years 2025-2027.

This bill repeals the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, eliminating the requirements for the President to report to Congress on decisions to withhold or delay budget authority and for Congress to approve such actions.

The "Mandatory Removal Proceedings Act" mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security initiate removal proceedings for any alien whose visa has been revoked due to security concerns or related issues as outlined in section 237(a)(4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This act clarifies visa revocation procedures and emphasizes the Secretary's authority in such matters. There is no judicial review allowed.

The BOWSER Act repeals the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, which currently grants a limited form of self-government to the District of Columbia. This repeal would take effect one year after the BOWSER Act is enacted. Effectively, this would end the current system of local governance in DC.

The "No CBDC Act" prohibits the creation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve directly to individuals. It stops the Federal Reserve from offering related services or holding digital currencies issued by the U.S. government on its balance sheets. This bill aims to maintain the current financial system structure by preventing the direct issuance of digital currency to individuals by the Federal Reserve.

The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act of 2025 amends the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention Act of 2004 to include Utah in the program. This inclusion aims to enhance wildfire research and prevention efforts within the state.