Legislative Activity

The Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025 establishes an automatic continuing appropriations mechanism to fund federal operations if Congress fails to pass a budget by the start of the new fiscal year. This automatic funding begins at 94% of the previous year's level and decreases by one percentage point every 90 days until a formal budget is enacted. This measure ensures essential government functions continue while discouraging prolonged budget impasses.

This resolution authorizes the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a lying in honor ceremony for the late Charles James Kirk. Kirk is recognized as a lifelong advocate for freedom of speech, civil political discourse, and youth political engagement. The Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate will oversee the necessary arrangements for the event.

The No More Missing Children Act establishes the Unaccompanied Alien Child Anti-Trafficking Program to safeguard unaccompanied minors released from government custody. This program mandates rigorous vetting of sponsors, continuous GPS monitoring, mandatory DNA collection, and frequent unannounced home inspections. The goal is to prevent trafficking, disappearance, or loss of these children by ensuring their placement is safe and continuously monitored.

The Protecting Girls’ Sports for Military Kids Act prohibits male students from participating on female sports teams at schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA). This legislation establishes clear biological definitions for "male" and "female" within the context of DoDEA athletic programs. The goal is to ensure that sports designated for female students are exclusively for those who meet the defined biological criteria.

The Halting Online Nonconsensual Offenses in the Ranks Act (HONOR Act) updates the Uniform Code of Military Justice to specifically prohibit the wrongful broadcast or distribution of intimate visual images, including deepfakes, by service members. This section clarifies the conditions under which sharing authentic or digitally forged intimate images of adults or minors constitutes an offense, focusing on lack of consent and intent to harm. The Act also establishes specific exceptions for law enforcement, legal proceedings, and educational purposes, while strictly defining consent.

This Act prohibits the use of Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) funds for instruction or materials related to Critical Race Theory (CRT). It also bans most Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEIA) offices, roles, and specific training programs within DoDEA schools. The Secretary of Defense is tasked with enforcement, which includes disciplinary action for intentional violations and establishing a formal complaint process for parents.

This bill mandates that appointments to the U.S. Military Service Academies (West Point, Annapolis, and the Air Force Academy) must be based on a standardized "candidate composite score" heavily weighted toward academics. The legislation explicitly prohibits the consideration of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or religion during the admissions process. Furthermore, each service must report detailed annual data to Congress regarding the minimum scores and any waivers granted.

The Restoring Merit in the Military Act mandates that all Department of Defense personnel decisions, including hiring, promotion, and assignments, must be based exclusively on individual merit, fitness, and performance. This legislation strictly prohibits the consideration of race or ethnicity in these actions. A narrow exception allows for demographic considerations only for specific, mission-critical assignments in foreign environments, which must be reported to Congress.

The No Appointments by Rogue Judges Act amends federal law concerning temporary appointments for United States Attorneys. This legislation clarifies that temporary service automatically terminates when the time limits specified in Section 3346 expire. Additionally, the Act repeals subsection (d) of Section 546 of title 28 of the U.S. Code, removing an existing provision related to U.S. Attorney vacancies.

The Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act establishes a federal civil right of action allowing individuals to sue medical providers for gender-related medical treatments received while under the age of 18. Successful plaintiffs can recover actual damages plus $250,000 in statutory damages for each instance of treatment. The bill provides a detailed definition of "gender-related medical treatment" while explicitly excluding certain medical care for individuals with disorders of sex development.

The Veterans Affairs Distributed Ledger Innovation Act of 2025 directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to study the feasibility of using distributed ledger technology—a secure, shared digital record system—to improve the delivery and security of veterans' benefits. This study must assess how this technology could enhance claims processing, reduce fraud, and increase accountability within the VA system. The resulting report will outline findings, potential benefits and risks, and recommend next steps, including any necessary legislative changes.

The PAAW Act, or Preventing Animal Abuse and Waste Act, prohibits the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from conducting or supporting research that causes significant pain or distress to dogs and cats. This ban specifically targets studies categorized as causing pain levels D or E according to established animal welfare standards. The prohibition takes effect 90 days after the Act is officially enacted into law.

The RESPECT Act significantly increases the criminal penalties for intentionally sharing nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, commonly known as "revenge porn." This legislation stiffens maximum jail sentences for both first-time offenders and repeat or aggravated offenders involved in such violations. The goal is to provide much tougher consequences for the exploitation and sharing of private explicit content.

The TRANS MICE Act prohibits the use of federal funds for animal research that involves interventions like drugs or surgery intended to alter a non-human vertebrate animal's body to change its biological sex characteristics. This ban specifically targets research that disrupts natural development or physical appearance, while exempting animals that naturally change sex or possess both reproductive organs.

The American Homeowner Crypto Modernization Act of 2025 mandates that federal housing agencies update their mortgage underwriting guidelines to require lenders to consider a borrower's cryptocurrency holdings. This ensures that digital assets held in brokerage accounts are factored into the mortgage credit evaluation process. The goal is to modernize lending standards to reflect current asset ownership for homeowners seeking mortgages through HUD, VA, USDA, and FHFA-backed programs.

Tyler's Law establishes mandatory reporting requirements for hospitals and medical examiner/coroner offices regarding serious injuries or deaths of children potentially linked to consumer products. These facilities must report specific incidents to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) within seven days of making a determination. Failure to comply can result in penalties, including ineligibility for certain federal grants and, for hospitals, jeopardizing Medicare participation.

The VA Flood Preparedness Act authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to use existing funds to mitigate flood risks, including those from rising sea levels, affecting property adjacent to its medical facilities. Furthermore, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs must submit a comprehensive report to Congress detailing the flood risk assessment for every VA medical facility and identifying any necessary funding to address these vulnerabilities.

The Restoring Biological Truth in Government Act prohibits federal executive agencies from asking about or accepting responses regarding gender identity on official forms or surveys. This legislation mandates that agencies only allow selections for "male" or "female," strictly defining these terms based on biological sex characteristics related to reproductive capability. The Office of Management and Budget is tasked with issuing guidance to ensure agency compliance within 180 days.

The Expedited Removal Expansion Act of 2025 modifies immigration inspection procedures by streamlining references to inadmissibility grounds under Section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This legislation removes specific exceptions related to misrepresentation and documentation requirements during initial entry screenings. The bill simplifies the language officers use when determining inadmissibility for applicants seeking admission to the U.S.

The Lawless Cities Accountability Act of 2025 authorizes the Attorney General to designate jurisdictions as "lawless" if they fail to maintain public order or actively impede law enforcement. Jurisdictions labeled as lawless will immediately cease receiving federal funding. Funds can only be restored after a minimum 180-day waiting period and official recertification by the Attorney General.