Legislative Activity

The End Solitary Confinement Act aims to drastically limit the use of solitary confinement in federal facilities, mandating a minimum of 14 hours of daily social interaction and structured programming for all incarcerated individuals. The bill establishes strict exceptions for emergency confinement, protects vulnerable populations from restrictive housing, and creates an independent Community Monitoring Body to oversee compliance. Furthermore, it incentivizes states to adopt similar standards by tying federal funding to adherence to these new humane confinement rules.

This bill, the Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929, updates the eligibility requirements for a specific immigration registry status. It replaces outdated entry date requirements with a new standard requiring applicants to have resided in the United States for at least seven years prior to applying. These changes aim to modernize the criteria for long-term residents seeking this status.

The Pay Teachers Act is a comprehensive bill designed to significantly boost federal investment in public education across three main areas. Title I guarantees substantial, growing funding for disadvantaged students, rural schools, Impact Aid, and the Bureau of Indian Education. Title II mandates a national minimum teacher salary of $60,000, raises pay floors for support staff, and requires states to address pay inequities. Finally, Title III establishes mandatory, increasing appropriations for programs that recruit, train, and support new educators, especially through paid residencies and specialized disability services.

This bill seeks to protect the tenure of members serving on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). It mandates that current members may only be terminated for specific causes and requires the immediate reinstatement of all members who were serving on June 8, 2025. Furthermore, future vacancies on the committee must be filled using candidates recommended by the Comptroller General.

The Repealing the Trump Sick Tax Act aims to reverse previous legislative changes affecting Medicaid and drug pricing. Specifically, it eliminates prior modifications to Medicaid cost-sharing requirements and repeals changes concerning the exclusion of orphan drugs from the Drug Price Negotiation Program. This effectively restores the original rules governing these areas under the Social Security Act.

The Stop the Scammers Act establishes a new whistleblower incentive and protection program within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), allowing individuals to receive awards of 10% to 30% of collected penalties for providing original information leading to successful enforcement actions. Furthermore, the Act invalidates predispute arbitration agreements that attempt to waive these new whistleblower rights. Finally, this bill increases the annual funding cap for the CFPB, allowing it to receive up to 12 percent of the Federal Reserve's prior year earnings.

The **End Polluter Welfare Act of 2025** is a comprehensive bill designed to eliminate financial support for the fossil fuel industry across federal subsidies, tax incentives, and international lending. It achieves this by increasing government royalties on federal resource extraction, terminating numerous tax breaks for oil, gas, and coal, and restricting federal funding for fossil fuel infrastructure. Ultimately, the Act shifts financial burdens onto large corporations while accelerating the sunset of certain methane reduction programs and adjusting incentives for clean hydrogen production.

The Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2025 establishes federal grant programs to fund community-based networks focused on mental health prevention using a public health approach. These grants will support organizations in planning and implementing programs that strengthen local protective factors and address risk factors for mental health challenges. A minimum of twenty percent of the funding is specifically set aside for programs operating in rural areas. The goal is to build comprehensive, culturally appropriate resilience strategies across diverse community sectors.

This concurrent resolution formally recognizes the critical need to improve physical access to federally funded facilities for all Americans, especially the growing population of people with disabilities. It emphasizes that equal access is fundamental to the nation's founding principles of equality and freedom. The resolution supports existing civil rights laws and commits Congress to prioritizing universal and inclusive design in future infrastructure projects.

The Investing in Children Before Missiles (ICBM) Act pauses the costly and delayed Sentinel missile program due to significant cost overruns. This legislation redirects unspent funds earmarked for Sentinel and related warhead modifications directly to the Department of Education to support low-income students. Furthermore, the bill mandates an independent study on extending the life of the existing Minuteman III missiles until at least 2050, while also analyzing strategic alternatives.

The PRIME Act, or Processing Revival and Intrastate Meat Exemption Act, creates an exemption from federal inspection for small-scale slaughter and meat preparation conducted at custom facilities. This exemption applies only if all processing adheres to state laws and the resulting meat is distributed exclusively within that state to households or local businesses serving in-state customers. Furthermore, the bill explicitly ensures that it does not override or preempt any existing state laws regarding meat processing or sales.

The EACH Act of 2025 mandates that all federally funded health programs and insurance plans must cover abortion services without imposing restrictions based on income or insurance type. This legislation aims to eliminate existing federal bans and state-level restrictions that prevent access to comprehensive reproductive care. Furthermore, the bill prevents the federal government from interfering with state or private insurance plans that choose to cover abortion services. It explicitly repeals Section 1303 of the Affordable Care Act and establishes that this Act takes precedence over all conflicting federal laws.

The 340B PATIENTS Act of 2025 clarifies that drug manufacturers must provide 340B discounts to covered entities regardless of how or where the drugs are dispensed, including through contract pharmacies. This legislation confirms the right of covered entities to use outside pharmacies to dispense discounted drugs without facing manufacturer restrictions. Furthermore, the Act establishes significant civil monetary penalties for manufacturers who violate these rules by imposing limiting conditions on the provision of 340B pricing.

The Price Gouging Prevention Act of 2025 establishes federal prohibitions against selling goods or services at "grossly excessive" prices, particularly during exceptional market shocks like natural disasters. The bill empowers the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce these rules, setting specific revenue thresholds for businesses subject to the anti-gouging provisions. Furthermore, it mandates that companies experiencing a market shock must provide detailed disclosures to the SEC regarding changes in pricing, volume, and profit margins in subsequent financial filings.

The Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2025 establishes the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity within HHS to coordinate federal efforts against climate-related health threats. This Act mandates the creation of a National Strategic Action Plan to prepare public health and healthcare systems, especially for vulnerable communities. It also establishes a permanent scientific advisory board and requires expert reports to guide strategy and assess preparedness.

The Protect DREAMer Confidentiality Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security must keep all information submitted for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program confidential. This law strictly prohibits sharing DACA application data with agencies like ICE, CBP, or local law enforcement for general immigration enforcement purposes. Information can only be disclosed narrowly for DACA program administration, fraud prevention, or in specific, serious criminal or national security investigations.

This resolution urges the United States to take the lead in a global effort to halt and reverse the nuclear arms race. It calls on the President to prioritize negotiations with all nuclear-armed states to reduce arsenals and adopt a "no first use" policy. Furthermore, the bill demands significant domestic changes, including ending "hair-trigger" alert postures and investing in cleanup and support for affected communities. Ultimately, it advocates for verifiable steps toward a nuclear-weapon-free world.

This bill establishes new restrictions and transparency requirements for donations made to Presidential Libraries and Centers. It bans certain prohibited entities, such as lobbyists and foreign nationals, from donating while a President is in office or for two years after leaving. The legislation also imposes a $10,000 aggregate donation limit per person and mandates public quarterly reporting of all significant contributions.

The Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness, Injury, and Fatality Prevention Act of 2025 mandates that employers protect workers from dangerous heat stress conditions. This Act requires the Secretary (of Labor) to rapidly establish comprehensive, science-based worker heat protection standards, including mandatory rest, water, and shade provisions. Furthermore, it grants enforcement power to OSHA, ensuring these new heat safety rules carry the full weight of existing occupational safety law. The legislation also establishes strong anti-retaliation protections for employees who report heat hazards.

The Access to Birth Control Act aims to ensure that individuals can easily obtain FDA-approved contraception and related medications without systemic barriers. This legislation mandates that pharmacies must promptly dispense birth control or immediately facilitate a transfer or order if the item is out of stock. Furthermore, the bill prohibits intimidation, interference, or misleading information when customers seek these essential healthcare services.