Legislative Activity

This bill proposes the complete repeal of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019. By repealing this previous legislation, the bill removes all existing rules and requirements established under that Act.

The My Body, My Data Act of 2025 establishes strict federal protections for personal reproductive and sexual health information held by regulated entities. This law limits data collection and sharing to only what is strictly necessary for providing requested services. It grants individuals the rights to access, correct, and delete this sensitive data, and requires clear public privacy policies detailing data handling practices. Finally, the Act prohibits retaliation against individuals who exercise these new privacy rights and grants enforcement authority to the FTC while allowing individuals to sue violators.

The Medical Research for Our Troops Act increases the budget for the Defense Health Agency's research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E). This legislation specifically restores and increases funding for these critical defense health programs. The restored funds must be used to support all previously directed medical research programs and initiatives as outlined in prior appropriations acts.

The Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025 aims to provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within the National Forest System. This legislation codifies existing federal regulations, known as the "Roadless Rule," which generally prohibits the construction of new roads or the cutting of timber in these sensitive zones. The purpose is to safeguard critical ecological benefits, clean water sources, and wildlife habitats while maintaining the Forest Service's multiple-use management mission.

The Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025 aims to strengthen existing federal background check systems to prevent prohibited persons from acquiring firearms. This bill primarily mandates that most private firearm transfers must be facilitated through a licensed dealer who will conduct a background check. The legislation includes specific exceptions for family gifts, law enforcement, and temporary transfers under emergency circumstances.

This bill authorizes the International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) to accept external funds from various sources for projects related to wastewater treatment, water conservation, and flood control. These funds will be deposited into a dedicated, non-expiring Treasury account for authorized use. The legislation also establishes specific reporting requirements to Congress regarding the use of these accepted funds.

The STOCK Act 2.0 significantly enhances ethics and transparency rules for federal officials by requiring timely reporting of government payments received by covered persons and their families. It expands ethics oversight to include Federal Reserve bank leaders and bans high-ranking officials from holding or trading specific assets, including cryptocurrencies. Furthermore, the bill mandates that financial disclosure and transaction reports across Congress, the Executive Branch, and the Judiciary be made publicly available in searchable, accessible online databases.

The Protect Vulnerable Immigrant Youth Act aims to reform employment-based immigration by eliminating certain numerical caps for specific visa categories. This legislation amends existing law to adjust how preference statuses are allocated for these immigrant visas. The overall goal is to streamline the process for certain employment-based immigrants.

The Safe Stay Act mandates the installation of compliant carbon monoxide alarms in sleeping or living units within all places of public accommodation that operate across state lines. This legislation updates fire prevention guidelines by adopting the latest safety standards for alarm installation and requires these establishments to provide guests with written notice confirming compliance. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with enforcing this new notification requirement, treating violations as unfair or deceptive business practices.

The Family Vaccine Protection Act formally establishes the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) into law, requiring all its vaccine recommendations to be based on the preponderance of the best available, peer-reviewed scientific evidence. This legislation mandates strict procedures for the CDC Director to adopt or reject ACIP advice, including notifying Congress if a recommendation is rejected. Furthermore, the Act requires that any changes to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program's injury table must also be supported by strong scientific evidence.

The Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution prohibits current Members of the House of Representatives, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner from serving on the board of directors for any for-profit entity. This measure aims to enhance ethical standards by preventing conflicts of interest arising from outside corporate board service while in Congress.

The Stop Millionaires Using Service for Kickbacks (Stop MUSK) Act aims to prevent conflicts of interest among high-level executive branch officials. It mandates that these officials must recuse themselves from decisions that could financially benefit organizations where they were employed or worked as a competitor within the four years prior to taking their current government role. This expands the look-back period to ensure greater impartiality in government decision-making.

The Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2025 repeals key provisions of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. This legislation allows federal gun trace information to be discoverable and admissible as evidence in civil lawsuits and administrative hearings. The bill aims to provide victims of gun violence with greater access to relevant data in legal proceedings.

This resolution formally expresses the House of Representatives' grave concern over the severe humanitarian crisis and widespread suffering of civilians in Gaza, alongside the plight of hostages. It urgently calls on the Administration to use all diplomatic tools to secure the release of all hostages. Furthermore, the bill demands the immediate delivery and secure distribution of essential humanitarian aid to address the catastrophic hunger crisis in Gaza.

The FBI Animal Cruelty Taskforce Act of 2025 establishes a dedicated Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce within the FBI to investigate and enforce federal laws against severe animal cruelty, such as dogfighting and crush videos. This Taskforce is also responsible for developing training materials for local law enforcement. Furthermore, it must coordinate with other federal agencies and submit annual reports to Congress detailing enforcement statistics, including charges filed and convictions secured.

The No Corporate Crooks Act prohibits individuals convicted of specific financial and white-collar crimes (such as fraud, embezzlement, and tax evasion) while serving as a CEO from being appointed to positions within the executive branch. This legislation aims to prevent corporate executives convicted of serious offenses from holding government roles. Any individual found in violation of this restriction must be immediately removed from their executive branch service.

The VET PFAS Act expands healthcare and disability benefits for veterans and their families exposed to toxic PFAS chemicals, like PFOA, at contaminated military installations. It establishes a presumption of service connection for specific related illnesses, making it easier for veterans to receive disability compensation. Furthermore, the bill grants eligible family members access to VA medical care, contingent upon future appropriations. The VA is also required to report annually on the implementation and utilization of these new provisions for three years.

The Reducing Waste in National Parks Act mandates the National Park Service (NPS) to establish a program to significantly reduce or eliminate the sale and distribution of disposable plastic products, including single-use water bottles, across all park units. Regional directors must implement these changes while considering operational costs, visitor safety regarding water access, and vendor contracts. The law also requires proactive visitor education and biennial reviews to assess the program's effectiveness and public impact.

The Save Our Forests Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the management and health of the National Forest System. This legislation mandates the immediate hiring of additional Forest Service personnel and the reinstatement of recently departed employees. Furthermore, it ensures the continuation of all previously authorized and funded Forest Service projects under various existing laws.

The Stop TRUMP in Crypto Act of 2025 prohibits covered government officials and their immediate families from trading, owning, or profiting from digital assets while in office. This legislation specifically bans insider trading of crypto and prevents officials from using intermediaries or complex ownership structures to bypass these restrictions. The Act aims to eliminate conflicts of interest by ensuring high-ranking officials cannot benefit financially from involvement with cryptocurrencies.