Legislative Activity

The Quiet Communities Act of 2025 addresses the growing public health crisis caused by noise pollution by reestablishing the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Noise Abatement and Control. This office will be tasked with researching noise impacts, supporting state and local noise control efforts through technical assistance and grants, and conducting a specific study on aircraft noise. The Act authorizes \$25 million annually through Fiscal Year 2030 to fund these critical national noise reduction initiatives.

The Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act prohibits the use of ten specific artificial food color additives, including Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5, in all food products. Starting January 1, 2027, any food containing these banned dyes will be deemed adulterated under federal law. This legislation aims to remove these potentially harmful colorings from the American food supply.

The Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act prohibits the use of several specific artificial food color additives, including Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5, in food products. Beginning in 2027, any food containing these banned dyes will be deemed adulterated under federal law. This legislation aims to remove these specific color additives from the food supply.

This bill mandates a comprehensive report from the Secretary of Defense detailing the current state and future potential of the U.S.-Greece security relationship. The report must specifically address basing rights, investments made under the 2021 Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement, and analyze options for expanding U.S. military presence in Greece. This oversight ensures Congress is fully informed about strategic cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The ICE Badge Visibility Act of 2025 mandates that all U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers must clearly display their badge number when interacting with individuals. This ensures that during questioning, arrest, or detention, the officer's identification is readily visible. The goal is to increase accountability and transparency during immigration enforcement actions.

This resolution affirms the United States' commitment to leading global efforts to prevent and respond to sexual violence committed during armed conflict. It stresses the critical need to hold perpetrators accountable to achieve lasting peace and ensure survivors receive necessary support and justice. The bill also emphasizes the vital role of women in peace processes aimed at eliminating this violence.

The Menstrual Equity For All Act of 2025 aims to eliminate period poverty by ensuring access to free menstrual products across various sectors of society. This comprehensive bill mandates the availability of these essential supplies in K-12 schools, colleges, correctional facilities, federal buildings, and workplaces with over 100 employees. Furthermore, it expands coverage under Medicaid, allocates specific funding through social service block grants and TANF programs, and prohibits states from taxing menstrual products.

This Act mandates the inclusion of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) history across federally supported K-12 American history and civics education programs. It recognizes the vital, yet often omitted, contributions of AANHPI communities while addressing historical exclusion and systemic racism. The legislation directs educational programs to partner with the Smithsonian's Asian Pacific American Center to develop accurate and comprehensive curricula. This ensures AANHPI history is integrated into national assessments and teacher training.

This resolution officially recognizes and celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month every May. It highlights the significant historical contributions of these communities to the United States, while also acknowledging past hardships and ongoing challenges. The bill encourages the nation to observe this month to appreciate the diversity and strength AANHPI individuals bring to the country.

The RESTORE Act mandates back pay for certain Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees who were involuntarily removed but subsequently reinstated or rehired between January 20, 2025, and the date of enactment. This compensation adheres to existing federal regulations for wrongful removal. However, employees removed from designated political positions are explicitly excluded from receiving this benefit.

This resolution expresses strong support for designating May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month." It recognizes the significant impact that menstruation stigma has on the health, education, and economic participation of women and people who menstruate. The bill advocates for increased education, better access to care for menstrual conditions, and greater clinical research into women's reproductive health.

The Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025 mandates that states must replace the exact amount of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) benefits stolen from households. This legislation ensures that the replacement benefit amount precisely matches the value of the stolen funds. It simplifies and clarifies the process for compensating victims of EBT skimming.

The Locality-based Social Security Benefits Act of 2025 adjusts Social Security benefits to reflect the local cost of living. This bill mandates that the Commissioner of Social Security increase monthly payments based on the same locality pay percentages used for federal employees. This creates a localized cost-of-living adjustment on top of the standard benefit amount.

The Hot Foods Act of 2025 removes the general federal ban on using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to purchase hot, ready-to-eat foods. This legislation clarifies that hot foods are now eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits, while also setting a new rule that limits SNAP-participating retailers to deriving no more than 50% of their gross sales from these ready-to-eat hot items. The act updates existing statutes to reflect this expanded purchasing power for recipients.

The Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act of 2025 permanently extends the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loan guarantee program for residential cooperative housing units. It directs the VA Secretary to establish regulations that align with industry standards and promote the program to veterans, lenders, and realtors. Additionally, it sets loan fee rates and clarifies that cooperative housing shares are considered residential property for loan guarantee purposes.

This bill recognizes the importance of International Mother Language Day in promoting linguistic diversity and multilingualism, while also calling attention to the high number of languages, including Native American languages, that are endangered or extinct. It emphasizes the need to preserve existing languages as crucial to maintaining the United States' cultural heritage. The bill encourages the people of the United States to observe International Mother Language Day through various activities and programs.

This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and International Holocaust Remembrance Day, acknowledging the atrocities of the Holocaust and the rise in antisemitism. It calls on the people of the United States to remember the victims of the Holocaust and to recommit to combating all forms of antisemitism, tolerance, peace, and justice, and to work to end all genocide and persecution. The resolution also honors the legacy of Holocaust survivors.

This bill recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year. It acknowledges the importance of Lunar New Year for Asian Americans and others in the U.S., and expresses respect for those who celebrate it worldwide. The bill wishes all celebrants a happy and prosperous new year.

This bill affirms the United States' role in improving global access to quality, inclusive public education, particularly for girls and marginalized groups. It recognizes education as a crucial factor for economic growth, poverty reduction, and stability. The bill encourages the U.S. government to prioritize education in humanitarian efforts and fulfill international education commitments through budget allocations. It also urges the use of diplomatic and development resources to promote quality education worldwide, focusing on inclusive education for disadvantaged children and adolescents.

This proposed constitutional amendment would lower the national voting age to 16. It repeals the 26th Amendment and prohibits the federal government or any state from denying citizens aged 16 and older the right to vote based on age. The amendment grants Congress the authority to enforce this change through appropriate legislation.