Legislative Activity

The Efficiency Gains through Grading Standards And Viable Enhancement Act of 2025 (EGG SAVE Act) establishes a temporary, declining tax credit for businesses that purchase and install high-accuracy, in-ovo sex identification equipment in U.S. commercial egg hatcheries. This credit encourages the adoption of technology that determines embryo sex before hatching, requiring a 95% accuracy rate. Claiming the credit necessitates a corresponding reduction in the equipment's tax basis.

The No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act amends the tax code to clarify and expand the definition of "qualified overtime compensation." This change ensures that overtime pay earned above a standard rate, whether mandated by the Fair Labor Standards Act or agreed upon beforehand with an employer, is treated favorably for tax purposes. The goal is to incentivize and reward workers for putting in extra hours.

This resolution supports the official designation of "Operation Enduring Freedom Day" to permanently honor the service, sacrifice, and courage of those who served in the conflict. It specifically recognizes the service members, their families, and those who were killed or wounded during the 20-year operation. The bill encourages all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities to ensure these sacrifices are never forgotten.

The Protect Beneficiaries from Middlemen Act aims to lower out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for Medicare Part D beneficiaries. Starting in 2027, this bill caps a beneficiary's cost-sharing (copays/coinsurance) at the drug's "average net price" after the deductible is met but before the out-of-pocket limit. This ensures that cost-sharing reflects the actual price paid by the plan after rebates. The Government Accountability Office will review the implementation and enforcement of these new rules by 2029.

The Captivity of Helpless Elephants Reduction Act of 2025, or CHER Act, aims to end the captivity of African and Asian elephants in U.S. zoos and safari parks. This legislation bans the display, care, and breeding of these elephants in such facilities one year after enactment. The bill mandates that all current captive elephants must be transferred to authorized, accredited wildlife sanctuaries within three years. The Secretary of Agriculture is tasked with overseeing this transition, including conducting feasibility studies and potentially establishing grant programs to support the sanctuaries.

The Federal Animal Research Accountability Act of 2025 mandates that entities using animals in NIH-funded research must annually report detailed data on animal use, broken down by the level of pain or distress experienced. This comprehensive information, including the number of animals bred or housed but not yet used, will be made publicly available in a searchable database by the NIH. These new transparency requirements are set to begin two years after the bill's enactment.

The Better CARE for Animals Act of 2025 significantly strengthens enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act by clarifying definitions and expanding the scope of investigations. It grants the Attorney General explicit authority to file civil actions seeking penalties up to $10,000 per day, and mandates that collected fines help cover temporary animal care costs. The bill also requires the Secretary of Agriculture and the Attorney General to establish a formal agreement for coordinated enforcement.

The Medical Manufacturing, Economic Development, and Sustainability Act of 2025 (MMEDS Act) aims to revitalize domestic medical production by offering significant tax incentives for manufacturing in designated economically distressed zones. The bill establishes a 40% tax credit on wages and expenses for medical manufacturers operating in these areas, with higher rates for facilities repatriating production or focusing on population health products. Furthermore, it expands government authority to prioritize the research, development, and stockpiling of medical countermeasures specifically designed to protect vulnerable populations during public health emergencies.

This Act empowers the Secretary of State to revoke or deny F or M student visas for individuals engaging in prohibited antisemitic conduct. Such action is required if the conduct involves violence, harassment, or providing material support for such acts, and the Secretary determines it poses serious negative foreign policy consequences for the U.S. The bill utilizes the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism.

The Crime Doesn't Fly Act of 2025 prohibits the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from accepting specific ICE arrest and removal warrants (Forms I-200 and I-205) as valid identification at airport security checkpoints. This restriction applies generally, with an exception allowing these documents to be used if the individual is actively being removed from the United States.

The Dignity in Housing Act of 2025 mandates that large public housing developments (100+ units) undergo thorough inspections by HUD staff or contracted inspectors every two years. This ensures these properties meet required maintenance standards, and the results of these inspections must be made publicly available online. The bill specifically prohibits local housing agency personnel from conducting these new biennial checks.

The University Accountability Act establishes new financial penalties and reporting requirements for tax-exempt educational institutions found guilty of civil rights violations in federal court. Penalties are set at the higher of $100,000 or 5% of the institution's administrative compensation for each violation. Furthermore, institutions facing a third or subsequent violation determination must undergo a review of their tax-exempt status.

The End Kidney Deaths Act establishes a new federal tax credit for individuals who make non-directed living kidney donations. Eligible donors will receive an annual \$10,000 tax credit for five consecutive years, totaling a potential \$50,000 benefit. This provision is designed to incentivize altruistic donation while ensuring the credit is not considered payment for the organ.

The Recovery of Stolen Checks Act allows taxpayers whose original IRS refund check was lost or stolen to elect to receive the replacement refund via direct deposit. This change aims to provide a faster and more secure method for taxpayers to receive their rightful funds. The Treasury Secretary is required to establish the necessary procedures for this option.

This Act establishes a comprehensive security partnership between the United States, Israel, Greece, and the Republic of Cyprus focused on counterterrorism and maritime security in the Eastern Mediterranean. It mandates the creation of new joint training programs, formalizes interparliamentary and executive cooperation groups, and removes previous limitations on defense articles for Cyprus. The legislation also authorizes significant funding for security centers and training initiatives in Cyprus and Greece through fiscal year 2029.

The COMPLETE Care Act aims to improve mental healthcare access by providing Medicare incentives for primary care providers to integrate behavioral health services into their practices between 2027 and 2029. This legislation offers increased Medicare payments for specific integrated services during those years, ensuring these bonuses do not trigger cuts elsewhere in the Medicare budget. Additionally, the bill mandates technical assistance to help primary care offices successfully adopt these new integrated care models.

The No Foreign Election Interference Act establishes significant penalties for certain tax-exempt organizations that accept funds from foreign nationals and subsequently contribute to political committees. If an organization takes foreign money and makes a "disqualified political committee contribution," it faces a penalty equal to twice the amount of that donation. Furthermore, an organization that makes more than two such prohibited contributions will permanently lose its tax-exempt status. These provisions apply to contributions made on or after January 1, 2026.

This bill, the RETIREES FIRST Act, aims to provide tax relief for seniors by significantly increasing the income thresholds at which Social Security benefits become taxable. It raises the base amount for single filers to \$34,000 and joint filers to \$68,000, with these figures set to adjust annually for inflation starting after 2025. Funding for this tax relief will be offset by rescinding an equivalent amount from non-security discretionary government spending beginning in fiscal year 2027. The legislation also ensures that Social Security and Railroad Retirement trust funds will not experience any loss of revenue due to these changes.

The Medical Supply Chain Resiliency Act aims to secure the U.S. supply of critical medical goods by diversifying trade relationships and reducing reliance on high-risk sources. It authorizes the President to enter into special "trusted trade partner agreements" that lower trade barriers with reliable allies. These agreements focus on regulatory cooperation, intellectual property protection, and ensuring supply chain stability during public health emergencies. The bill also establishes strict reporting and oversight mechanisms for Congress before any such agreement can take effect.

The Working Families Tax Cut Act primarily renames the "standard deduction" to the "guaranteed deduction" throughout the tax code, effective for tax years beginning after 2025. For the 2026 and 2027 tax years, the bill introduces a temporary bonus deduction ranging from \$2,000 to \$4,000, depending on filing status. This bonus is subject to inflation adjustments and begins to phase out for higher-income taxpayers.