Legislative Activity

The DISPOSAL Act mandates the sale or long-term lease of six specific, underutilized federal buildings in Washington, D.C., granting the Administrator of General Services broad discretion over the transactions. This process is largely exempt from standard environmental and historic preservation reviews, with a strict prohibition on foreign ownership. Net proceeds from these disposals will fund relocation costs before being deposited into the Treasury to reduce the deficit.

This bill establishes new federal requirements for Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) contracting with Medicare Part D and Medicaid plans, effective in 2027. It mandates specific payment standards for pharmacies, requires PBMs to pass manufacturer rebates directly to patients and plan sponsors, and strictly prohibits steering patients toward specific pharmacies. Additionally, the legislation enhances transparency by expanding drug price reporting requirements for all types of pharmacies within the Medicaid program.

The Flight Risk Reduction Act amends federal law to establish a new presumption against pretrial release for non-citizens who are not lawful permanent residents. This legislation mandates a detention hearing for such individuals and shifts the burden to them to prove, with clear and convincing evidence, that release conditions will ensure their court appearance and community safety. Notably, the bill prohibits using a non-citizen defendant's U.S. family or employment ties as evidence to overcome this detention presumption.

The Presidential Fitness Test Act of 2025 reestablishes the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition to advise the President on national fitness goals. This Council will focus on reviving the Presidential Fitness Test as the primary tool for earning an award and developing strategies to promote physical education and sports participation. Its duties include setting innovative fitness goals for youth and addressing the national security threat posed by sedentary lifestyles.

The Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability Act establishes a new federal crime prohibiting the knowing and intentional administration of abortion-inducing drugs to a pregnant woman without her informed consent. This legislation creates severe criminal penalties, including up to 25 years in prison, for those who violate this prohibition or attempt to do so. Furthermore, it grants victims the right to file a civil lawsuit to recover damages for physical and psychological injuries resulting from forced abortions.

This resolution denounces the rhetoric of six specific Members of Congress for allegedly sowing disallegiance within the U.S. military and intelligence community. It condemns their actions for encouraging service members to potentially violate the Uniform Code of Military Justice by suggesting they defy orders without evidence of illegality. The bill asserts that this rhetoric undermines the President's role as Commander in Chief and compromises national security.

The FAIR Act amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to mandate that all Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards used for SNAP benefits must feature a photograph of the authorized cardholder. This change requires both recipients and retailers to verify the identity of the person using the card during transactions. The legislation also includes provisions for caregivers accessing benefits on behalf of minors, the elderly, or disabled individuals.

This bill, the D.C. Shield Law Repeal Act, seeks to repeal the Human Rights Sanctuary Amendment Act of 2022. By doing so, it will restore the laws and regulations that were in effect prior to the 2022 Act.

The Energy Choice Act places federal restrictions on state and local governments, preventing them from enacting regulations that prohibit or limit energy service based on its type or source. This means local governments cannot ban or restrict access to energy services sold in interstate commerce. The legislation aims to ensure consistent access to various energy sources across jurisdictions.

The "Equal Representation Act" mandates the inclusion of a citizenship status question on the 2030 census and all future censuses. It requires the Secretary to report the number of citizens and non-citizens in each state. It also changes the way congressional districts are calculated by excluding non-citizens from the population count used for apportionment.

The Ensuring a Qualified Civil Service Act of 2025 (EQUALS Act) significantly extends probationary and trial periods for new federal employees in the competitive and excepted services to two years, while maintaining a one-year period for preference eligibles. This legislation also increases the required service time for non-preference eligible employees to access certain adverse action protections from one year to two years. The Act mandates that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issue necessary implementing regulations within 180 days of enactment. Finally, it extends these new probationary rules to personnel within the FAA and TSA.

This resolution recognizes the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean conflict and designates December 1, 2025, as Chosin Few Day. It honors the courage and sacrifice of the United States and allied forces who fought in extreme conditions against overwhelming odds. The bill commemorates the successful evacuation from Hungnam and reaffirms the nation's lasting gratitude to all who served.

This Concurrent Resolution formally denounces the ideology of socialism based on its historical outcomes. It asserts that socialist principles have consistently led to totalitarian regimes, mass atrocities, and economic collapse worldwide. The resolution contrasts these failures with the founding principles of the United States, concluding with a statement opposing the implementation of socialist policies domestically.

The CLEAN DC Act of 2025 aims to repeal most provisions of the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, effectively reverting policing and justice laws to their pre-2022 status. This legislation seeks to undo the majority of changes made by the previous act. However, it specifically preserves the effects of two distinct subtitles from the 2022 Act.

This bill, the Service Members Tax Relief Act, proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code to exempt all compensation earned by active and reserve members of the U.S. Uniformed Services from federal income tax. This exemption specifically excludes pensions and retirement pay. The change would apply to income earned in taxable years beginning after the date of enactment.

This bill, the Tax Cuts for Veterans Act of 2025, aims to provide significant financial relief to service members and veterans. It proposes to exclude all military retirement pay and disability benefits from federal income tax. The legislation specifically covers benefits received by members of the U.S. Armed Forces and makes related provisions for other uniformed services.

The Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act expands the authority of the Department of Homeland Security to streamline the removal of noncitizens convicted of specific crimes or associated with criminal gangs and terrorist organizations. The bill mandates the detention of these individuals, restricts their eligibility for asylum and other forms of immigration relief, and creates new exceptions to existing protections against removal to countries where they may face persecution.

This Act prohibits Medicare-approved medical residency programs from requiring participation in abortion-related training. Programs that offer abortion training must ensure it is strictly voluntary, allowing residents to opt-in without facing discrimination. This ensures medical residents are not compelled to participate in abortion procedures, assistance, or referrals against their conscience.

The REMOVE Act mandates the rapid expulsion of migrant offenders who violate or evade U.S. law. This legislation requires the Attorney General to expedite removal proceedings for individuals convicted of deportable crimes. Furthermore, it sets a strict deadline, requiring all immigration court hearings for these cases to be completed within 15 days of initiation.

This bill, the "No Taxpayer Funded Abortion Travel for Illegal Aliens Act," prohibits the use of federal funds to cover any expenses related to abortion services for individuals unlawfully present in the United States. These prohibited expenses include travel, lodging, meals, and related support services. The legislation specifically targets federal funding for aiding unlawful immigrants in accessing abortion care.