Legislative Activity

The "Reentry Act of 2025" amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to allow states to provide Medicaid coverage to inmates in the 30 days before their release. It also requires the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission to submit a report to Congress analyzing health and safety standards in correctional facilities, the impact of this change, and recommendations for further action.

The "Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025" aims to impose significant sanctions on Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, violates a peace agreement, or initiates further military action against Ukraine. The bill mandates the President to determine and impose sanctions on individuals, entities, and financial institutions affiliated with the Russian government, targeting key sectors of the Russian economy, and restricts trade and financial interactions with Russia. It also increases import duties on goods from Russia and countries purchasing Russian energy products, while providing limited exceptions for humanitarian aid and intelligence activities. The President has the authority to terminate and reimpose sanctions based on Russia's actions.

The "Protect America's Workforce Act" nullifies a 2025 executive order that limited federal labor-management relations programs. It prevents the enforcement of the executive order and prohibits the use of federal funds for its implementation. Additionally, the bill ensures the validity of existing collective bargaining agreements between federal agencies and labor organizations until their original expiration dates.

The Maximum Pressure Act aims to increase pressure on Iran by codifying and expanding sanctions related to its nuclear program, ballistic missile development, support for terrorism, and human rights abuses. It targets key Iranian leaders, entities involved in arms sales, and various sectors of Iran's economy, while also enhancing congressional oversight of actions related to Iran sanctions. The bill also seeks to intensify financial pressure on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and prevent Iran from accessing international funds. Additionally, the act reinforces restrictions and oversight related to the IRGC and Ansar Allah (Houthis) and mandates a series of determinations and reports from government officials regarding Iran's activities.

The "Armenian Genocide Education Act" directs the Librarian of Congress to develop and implement a program to support Armenian Genocide education by creating resources, offering teacher training, and encouraging the inclusion of these resources in school curriculums. The Act authorizes the Librarian of Congress to collect and manage donations to support these activities and requires an annual report to Congress on the program's progress. It also authorizes $2,000,000 in appropriations for fiscal year 2026 and each of the following four fiscal years to implement the Act.

The "ABC Act" aims to simplify and streamline the processes, procedures, forms, and communications within Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs for family caregivers. It mandates a comprehensive review of these programs to reduce administrative burdens, improve communication, enhance website accessibility, and ensure employee understanding of caregiver support. The Act requires regular reports to Congress and encourages states to adopt similar simplification measures.

The American-Hellenic-Israeli Eastern Mediterranean Counterterrorism and Maritime Security Partnership Act of 2025 aims to enhance counterterrorism and maritime security cooperation between the United States, Israel, Greece, and the Republic of Cyprus through strategic dialogues, joint exercises, and increased support for training facilities. It establishes interparliamentary and interexecutive groups to foster collaboration and creates specific training programs, CERBERUS and TRIREME, to improve counterterrorism and maritime security capabilities in the Eastern Mediterranean. The act also removes certain restrictions on defense articles for Cyprus and authorizes appropriations to support these initiatives and facilities. Finally, it mandates reports to Congress on strategies for enhanced cooperation and the implementation of training programs.

The "Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act" aims to prevent the illegal export of U.S. technologies used in Iranian unmanned aircraft systems. It requires the Secretaries of Commerce, State, and Defense to develop strategies and options to counter Iran's ability to acquire these technologies, focusing on microelectronics and other critical components. These strategies include identifying manufacturers, distributors, and methods of circumventing export controls, as well as synchronizing export controls with U.S. allies. The Act mandates timely updates to U.S. manufacturers and briefings to relevant congressional committees on these efforts.

The "Hot Foods Act of 2025" amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, allowing SNAP benefits to be used for hot and ready-to-eat foods. It broadens the scope of eligible food items under SNAP and modifies retailer eligibility requirements, permitting more stores to accept SNAP if hot food sales do not exceed 50% of their gross sales. This change also updates the language regarding where SNAP-eligible food can be consumed to include "home or immediate consumption".

The Financial Exploitation Prevention Act of 2025 amends the Investment Company Act of 1940 to protect senior investors from financial exploitation. It allows investment companies to request contact information for a trusted contact person, and to postpone the redemption of securities if financial exploitation of a "specified adult" (age 65+ or an adult believed to be impaired) is suspected. The postponement is limited to 15 business days, with a possible 10-business-day extension, and requires internal review, notification to the designated contact, and reporting to state regulators or courts. The SEC must submit a report to Congress with recommendations for regulatory and legislative changes needed to address the financial exploitation of security holders who are specified adults.

This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to develop and implement a comprehensive 10-year Campus Modernization Plan for the United States Merchant Marine Academy, addressing critical infrastructure and facility upgrades. The plan aims to modernize education practices, enhance training facilities, improve safety and security, and ensure the Academy remains fully operational throughout the process. It also authorizes appropriations totaling $1,020,000,000 from the Maritime Security Trust Fund for fiscal years 2026 through 2035 for the phased rehabilitation, modernization, and construction of facilities and infrastructure.

This bill recognizes and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps on November 10, 2025. It acknowledges the Marine Corps' distinguished history, readiness, and role as a premier fighting force. The bill also encourages Americans to celebrate the anniversary through various activities and community engagement.

The "SCREENS for Cancer Act of 2025" reauthorizes and amends the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) to broaden its services, enhance support activities, and reduce disparities in cancer rates. It emphasizes prevention, detection, and control of breast and cervical cancer, ensuring alignment with evidence-based recommendations. The Act authorizes $235 million annually from 2026 through 2030 and requires a GAO study to assess the program's reach and identify barriers to access. Reporting frequency is adjusted to every 5 years and includes data on the preceding years.

The "National Garden for America's 250th Anniversary Act" establishes a National Garden of American Heroes, with construction to begin by July 4, 2026, pending the Secretary of the Interior's approval of the location. A task force will oversee planning, design, and construction, primarily funded through private contributions and a newly established National Garden Fund. The fund will cover establishment and maintenance, with the National Park Service responsible for upkeep post-opening and authorized to charge visitation fees if needed. Regular reports to Congress will track the Garden's progress and maintenance.

The VA Home Loan Awareness Act of 2025 requires that the Uniform Residential Loan Application include a disclaimer informing applicants that they may be eligible for a VA Home Loan if they have served in the military. It also requires the Comptroller General of the United States to study and report to Congress on lender compliance with the disclaimer requirement.

The Safer Skies Act of 2025 expands security screening requirements for air carrier operations that operate under specific regulations, conduct passenger-carrying operations for compensation, offer individual seats in advance, provide publicly available schedules, operate airplanes with more than nine passenger seats, and do not use TSA-managed checkpoints. This act mandates that these operations comply with security screening standards outlined in federal regulations and requires the TSA Administrator to revise rules and policies to ensure compliance.

The Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act mandates terrorism-related sanctions on the Popular Resistance Committees (PRC) and associated individuals/entities due to their involvement in terrorist activities, including the October 7, 2023, attack against Israel. It requires the President to block assets and impose visa restrictions on those affiliated with the PRC, with exceptions for national security and humanitarian reasons. Additionally, the Act directs the Secretary of State to report to Congress on whether Lions Den and the PRC should be designated as Specially Designated Global Terrorists.

This bill validates the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as a valid part of the U.S. Constitution. It asserts that the ERA has been ratified by the required number of states, regardless of any previously set time limits.

The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Coin Act directs the U.S. Mint to produce gold, silver, and half-dollar coins in 2026 to commemorate the service and sacrifice of U.S. firefighters. The sale of these coins will include surcharges, which will be donated to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to support its programs. The Act ensures that the coin production does not create net costs for the government and that the Treasury recovers all costs before surcharges are distributed.

The "No Tax on LOSAP Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the amount of qualified payments excluded from gross income for volunteer firefighters and EMS providers from $50 to $1,000. It also clarifies that payments under length of service award programs (LOSAP) are considered qualified payments, ensuring these benefits are not taxed. These changes apply to awards and payments made after the enactment of this bill.