Legislative Activity

The Bunker Buster Act of 2025 expresses Congress's strong disapproval of Iran's escalating nuclear activities and regional aggression. The bill outlines a sense of Congress urging continued diplomatic pressure while ensuring Israel is prepared for contingencies should Iran pursue a nuclear weapon. To this end, it authorizes the President to provide specific military and infrastructure support to Israel upon request, provided national security interests are met. Crucially, this Act explicitly states it does not grant authority for the use of military force against Iran.

This resolution strongly condemns Russia for the abduction and forced "Russification" of Ukrainian children, highlighting these actions as grave violations of international law. It emphasizes that these children must be safely returned to Ukraine before any final peace agreement to end the war is considered. The document also underscores the heightened risks of trafficking, violence, and trauma faced by Ukrainian children due to the ongoing invasion.

The Iranian Campaign Medal Act establishes a new military decoration, the Iranian Campaign Medal, to recognize service members deployed in support of operations during the Iran-Israel War. This medal will be awarded by the Secretaries of the military branches upon approval of its design by the Secretary of Defense. Eligibility requires active duty service in a designated area or performing qualifying service related to the operation.

The Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025 establishes a new federal grant program to increase the number of mental health professionals in high-need school districts. This funding is specifically designed to help eligible agencies recruit, hire, and retain school counselors, psychologists, and social workers. Grantees must demonstrate a plan to improve student-to-provider ratios and report annually on staffing improvements and provider retention.

The Remembering Our Local Heroes Act establishes a new grant program, managed by the Secretary of the Interior, to support the building, repair, or maintenance of local memorials. This funding is available to local governments and nonprofits for structures honoring veterans, law enforcement, or firefighters. Recipients must secure matching funds for at least half of the project cost.

The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 aims to combat the growing obesity epidemic, particularly among older adults, by expanding access to intensive behavioral therapy under Medicare. This bill mandates that Medicare Part D plans begin covering FDA-approved medications for obesity and weight management in individuals with related health conditions. Finally, it requires the Secretary of HHS to report regularly to Congress on the implementation and coordination of these new obesity treatment strategies.

This resolution strongly supports President Trump's decisive actions against Iran's nuclear program and affirms unwavering support for Israel's right to self-defense. It justifies recent U.S. military action by citing Iran's state sponsorship of terrorism, regional aggression, and material support for the October 7th attacks. The bill advocates for a permanent end to Iran's nuclear ambitions through verifiable agreements backed by sustained pressure.

This bill significantly strengthens the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016 by explicitly blocking time-based and procedural defenses that have previously prevented claims for Nazi-looted art from being heard on their merits. The changes ensure that courts must now focus on whether the art was actually stolen, regardless of when the claim is brought or the citizenship of the original owner. These improvements apply immediately to both pending and future lawsuits seeking the return of art expropriated during the Nazi era.

The Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of State to designate foreign countries as "State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention" if they illegally hold U.S. citizens. This designation triggers mandatory reviews of diplomatic and legal tools to deter such actions. Furthermore, Congress must approve these designations for them to remain in effect beyond six months.

The Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act establishes a new grant program to enhance mental and behavioral health support for K-12 students through telehealth services. These grants prioritize funding for schools in high-poverty, rural, or underserved areas to acquire necessary equipment and staff for remote care delivery. The program aims to expand access to mental health services while ensuring strict compliance with student privacy laws.

The Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of Defense (DoD) provide annual, detailed reports to Congress on the funding and status of all interim cleanup actions for toxic PFAS chemicals at military sites. This legislation also requires the DoD to submit a strategy for accelerating these cleanups based on health risks and environmental harm. Furthermore, the DoD must establish a public-facing online dashboard to ensure transparency regarding spending and cleanup progress.

This Act modernizes the existing international au pair program, recognizing its vital role in affordable childcare and cultural diplomacy. It clarifies that federal law exclusively governs the program, preventing conflicting state or local regulations. Furthermore, the bill mandates the State Department to update au pair stipends and educational allowances while ensuring the program remains affordable and flexible for families with non-traditional schedules.

The Protect Honduran Democracy Act expresses Congress's deep concern over irregularities and potential for unfairness in Honduras's upcoming November 2025 elections. The bill mandates the Secretary of State to develop a strategy supporting international election monitoring and protecting democratic processes. Furthermore, it authorizes assistance for election observation and requires the President to impose visa sanctions on foreign individuals who undermine the fairness of the Honduran elections.

The PFAS National Drinking Water Standard Act of 2025 immediately establishes the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final rule on PFAS as official federal law. This action codifies the specific National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for PFAS as it existed on June 25, 2024. Essentially, the bill bypasses standard procedures to enact the EPA's established PFAS drinking water standards into law right away.

The Expanding Access to Lending Options Act directs the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to prioritize the safety and soundness of federally chartered credit unions. This legislation primarily amends the Federal Credit Union Act by extending the maximum holding period for certain real estate assets from 15 to 20 years. It also clarifies the eligibility language for property involved in these real estate loans.

The CONNECT for Health Act of 2025 significantly expands and permanently secures access to Medicare telehealth services by eliminating outdated geographic restrictions and allowing more practitioners to offer remote care. The bill also strengthens program integrity by dedicating funds for telehealth oversight while clarifying rules around providing necessary technology to patients. Finally, it mandates the creation of tailored educational resources and public reporting to improve quality measurement and transparency in remote care delivery.

The Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2025 establishes a new federal crime specifically targeting individuals who knowingly defraud veterans or attempt to steal their federal benefits. This legislation creates enhanced penalties, including potential fines and imprisonment up to five years, for those convicted of such schemes. The Act ensures robust legal tools are in place to protect veterans from financial exploitation related to their earned benefits.

The Ensuring Justice for Camp Lejeune Victims Act of 2025 makes technical corrections to the 2022 Camp Lejeune Justice Act to clarify standards for proving harm and venue for trials. This legislation sets specific caps on attorney fees and retroactively applies these changes to all existing and future claims filed under the original 2022 Act. The bill ensures that existing statutes of limitations for filing claims remain unchanged.

The Tailoring for Main Street’s Investors Act aims to reduce regulatory burdens on certain investment advisers who exclusively manage private funds for high-net-worth investors. This bill exempts advisers managing under \$5 billion in assets from full SEC registration, provided their funds have limited liquidity. Additionally, it eases reporting requirements for smaller advisers managing under \$1 billion by allowing them to file their Form ADV biennially and mandates the creation of a simplified short form for these firms.

This bill establishes a pilot program for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to test whether allowing canine handlers to keep their working dogs at home is effective compared to traditional central kenneling. The program must run for at least two years across various ports of entry, with handler participation being voluntary. Upon completion, CBP must report findings to Congress comparing the two methods regarding cost, performance, and animal/handler well-being, along with recommendations for future policy.