Legislative Activity

The Clean Slate Act of 2025 allows for the automatic sealing of federal records for individuals arrested but not convicted, or convicted of non-violent marijuana offenses, after they have completed their sentence. It also allows individuals convicted of other covered non-violent offenses to petition a court to have their records sealed one year after completing their sentence, balancing public safety with the individual's rehabilitation. Sealed records would not be accessible except in certain circumstances, such as for law enforcement or national security purposes, and employers would be immune from liability for employee misconduct related to sealed records. The bill establishes procedures for sealing records, including notification of relevant parties, hearings, and considerations for the court's decision.

The Gas-Operated Semi-Automatic Firearms Exclusion (GOSAFE) Act restricts the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, and possession of certain gas-operated semi-automatic firearms and large capacity ammunition feeding devices, while providing exceptions for governmental use, certain pre-existing firearms, and transfers to immediate family members. The bill also allows Byrne grants to be used for buy-back programs for these firearms and devices, and establishes penalties for violations, as well as a process for determining which firearms are prohibited, including manufacturer applications and judicial review. Finally, the bill establishes a "Firearm Safety Trust Fund" in the Treasury, using taxes collected by the ATF to fund the requirements of this act.

This bill seeks to strengthen adult education by amending the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It aims to modernize workforce development by integrating adult education, public libraries, and career navigation services, and it expands the goals of adult education to include full participation in all aspects of adult life while enhancing digital literacy skills. The bill also increases funding and support for state and local programs, with a focus on accountability and serving specific groups of adult learners. Ultimately, this bill strives to create a more skilled and engaged adult population ready to participate in the workforce and civic life.

This bill amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to establish a grant program through the Department of Labor, awarding funds to community colleges for the development of high-quality workforce programs that lead to credentials in high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand jobs. These grants require partnerships with employers and a focus on serving individuals with barriers to employment, with the aim of improving program quality, accessibility, and alignment with workforce needs. The bill authorizes appropriations of $65,000,000 annually from 2026 through 2031 for this purpose.