Legislative Activity

The LOCOMOTIVES Act amends the Clean Air Act to prevent states from creating emission standards for locomotives and engines used in locomotives that engage in interstate commerce. This ensures consistent regulations for the railway industry across different states, specifically those providing common carrier railroad transportation.

The Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act aims to improve the safety and oversight of human cell and tissue products by increasing public awareness, establishing civil penalties for violations of regulations, and streamlining the regulatory process. It mandates the creation of educational materials, sets penalties for non-compliance, and requires the FDA to publish information and reports related to tissue product regulation. The Act also focuses on stakeholder education, updating scientific practices, and gathering public input to modernize the regulation of human cell and tissue products, with a final report to Congress due by September 30, 2026.

The NO LIMITS Act of 2025 aims to sanction Chinese entities that support Russia's invasion of Ukraine by targeting those operating in Russia's technology, defense, or related sectors, as well as those involved in cyber activities or facilitating violations of U.S. export controls. It authorizes the President to block assets and restrict transactions of sanctioned entities, with exceptions for intelligence activities and importation of goods, and requires a determination on whether specific Chinese arms manufacturers should be sanctioned. The act also expands licensing requirements for PRC and Russian entities on the entity list to include any subsidiaries or entities they control.

The "Defense of Conscience in Health Care Act" mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to implement a rule mirroring the regulations in place on July 22, 2019, which protect conscience and anti-discrimination rights in healthcare. This rule ensures that healthcare professionals and entities are not forced to participate in actions that violate their religious or moral beliefs. The Act ensures the new rule will supersede any conflicting regulations.

The Adams Memorial-Great American Heroes Act extends the Adams Memorial Commission's authority to 2032 and authorizes $50,000,000 for the memorial, requiring a matching non-federal contribution. The Act modifies location restrictions, allowing the memorial to be built within a specified area. It also limits administrative costs to 4% of federal funds.

The Veterans Patient Advocacy Act ensures rural veterans have access to patient advocates at Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities, including assigning advocates to rural community-based outpatient clinics when possible. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must implement these changes within two years. The Comptroller General will submit a report to the House and Senate Committees on Veterans Affairs, evaluating the implementation within two years.

The "Protecting Americans Retirement Savings Act" (PARSA) aims to safeguard retirement savings by prohibiting plan fiduciaries from investing in or transacting with foreign adversary or sanctioned entities. It mandates additional disclosures for employee retirement funds, including detailed information about investments in these entities and any ongoing agreements with them. The bill defines "covered entities" and "sanctioned entities" based on specific lists and regulations, ensuring transparency and accountability in investment decisions.

The Veterans Fellowship Act establishes a pilot program enabling 3-5 states to offer short-term fellowships to veterans, in partnership with non-profit organizations. These fellowships, lasting up to 20 weeks, include monthly stipends and focus on securing long-term employment. The program is subject to a Comptroller General report to Congress and is authorized to receive $10,000,000 annually from 2025-2029.

The "Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2025" amends the National Labor Relations Act by clarifying that Indian tribes and their tribally owned businesses on Indian lands are considered employers. This act defines key terms such as "Indian tribe," "Indian," and "Indian lands" to ensure clarity in its application. The change aims to affirm tribal sovereignty over labor relations within their lands.

The "Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2025" freezes the wage rate for H-2A nonimmigrant workers at the level it was on December 31, 2023, through December 31, 2026. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of Labor to use a primary duties evaluation when deciding the required wage for employees who perform multiple duties or tasks.

The "No Social Security for Illegal Aliens Act of 2025" amends the Social Security Act to exclude wages and self-employment income earned by unauthorized aliens in the U.S. from being used to calculate Social Security benefits. This change applies to income earned both before, on, and after the law's enactment, with benefit adjustments taking effect after enactment. The Social Security Administration will recalculate insurance amounts to reflect these changes.

The BOOST Act introduces a refundable tax credit for individuals who purchase communications signal boosters to improve broadband internet access in their primary residence, if that residence is in an unserved area. The credit covers 75% of the cost, up to $400, for signal boosters, satellite network equipment, and related ground station equipment. This credit is available for taxable years between 2025 and 2029 and is limited to one claim per individual.

The SOAR Permanent Authorization Act amends the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results Act, modifying accreditation requirements for participating schools and increasing funding for student support services. It refines standardized testing requirements and evaluation standards, focusing on academic progress and educational attainment. The act also increases the authorized appropriation to $75,000,000 per fiscal year, making the authorization permanent.

This bill allocates $10,740,218 from the House of Representatives' funds for the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party during the 119th Congress. It sets spending limits for specific periods and mandates that all payments be made through vouchers approved by the House Administration Committee. Funds provided by this resolution must be spent following the rules set by the House Administration Committee.

The A PLUS Act allows states to consolidate federal education funding under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (excluding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) to improve educational policies. States must submit a declaration of intent outlining how funds will be used, ensuring accountability, and complying with civil rights laws. This act aims to provide states with greater flexibility, reduce administrative burdens, and ensure transparency in educational spending and student progress. States are limited to spending no more than 1-3% of the funds on administrative costs.

The "Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act of 2025" aims to reform the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) by ensuring its governance is independent, transparent, and free from conflicts of interest. It mandates the Office of National Drug Control Policy to assess WADA's compliance with these standards, promote fair U.S. representation within the agency, and include independent athletes in decision-making roles. The act allows for withholding U.S. dues to WADA if these standards are not met and requires detailed spending plans for any funds allocated to the agency.

This bill expresses support for designating January 26 - February 1, 2025, as "National School Choice Week" to recognize the importance of diverse K-12 education options and the role of parents in choosing the best learning environment for their children. It encourages raising awareness about the benefits of educational choice and congratulates those involved in education.

The "Restoring Trade Fairness Act" suspends normal trade relations with China, leading to increased tariffs on Chinese goods, with the goal of countering unfair trade practices and bolstering domestic industries. It modifies duty rates, phases in increases, and allows the President to further adjust duties and establish quotas to reduce reliance on Chinese imports. The Act also establishes a trust fund to compensate U.S. producers for losses due to Chinese retaliation and allocates remaining funds to defense spending. Additionally, it directs changes to the U.S. list of agreed-upon duty rates on goods at the World Trade Organization and prohibits duty-free entry for articles originating from covered nations, even if valued at $800 or less.

The NO GOTION Act aims to block green energy tax benefits for companies with connections to countries of concern, such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. It denies specific tax credits and benefits to companies created, organized, or controlled by these countries, or by entities connected to them. This applies to various sections of the Internal Revenue Code related to green energy incentives. The changes will be effective for taxable years starting after the Act's enactment.

The Native American Health Savings Improvement Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow individuals eligible for Indian Health Service (IHS) assistance to maintain health savings accounts (HSAs). Receiving care from the IHS or a tribal organization will not disqualify individuals from having an HSA, ensuring they can save for healthcare expenses. This change applies to taxable years after December 31, 2024.