Legislative Activity

This bill aims to significantly restructure and strengthen the Department of State's organization and operational capacity. It establishes new high-level support roles, defines the responsibilities of the U.S. Ambassador to the UN, and creates specialized bureaus to enhance policy, intelligence, and congressional coordination. Furthermore, the legislation imposes new transparency requirements, including a "Red Team Capability" and detailed reporting on unfunded priorities to Congress.

The DON-ument Act establishes the Southern Border Wall National Monument across parts of California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. This designation aims to protect existing sections of the southern border wall and the surrounding land from alteration. The Secretary of the Interior, through the Bureau of Land Management, will manage the monument and develop a general management plan within three years of receiving necessary funding.

This resolution formally condemns the horrific political assassination of conservative spokesman Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, in Orem, Utah. It expresses deep condolences to his family and recognizes the bravery of the first responders at the scene. Ultimately, the measure reaffirms the fundamental American right to peaceful assembly and stands firmly against political violence.

The Stopping Propaganda Indoctrination Nationally (SPIN) Act restricts the active domestic distribution of information released overseas under the U.S. Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948. This bill ensures that while the government cannot widely disseminate this material within the U.S., it must be made available for examination upon request. Access is limited to specific groups, including press representatives, researchers, and members of Congress, only after the information has been released internationally.

The FADS Act of 2025 clarifies the authority for the Department of Energy to dispose of certain foreign-origin radiological materials, specifically Russian-made Americium-241, at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). This change addresses a current regulatory gap that prevents the safe and efficient disposal of these materials alongside similar U.S.-origin waste. The legislation ensures that these proliferation-attractive sources can be quickly removed from circulation.

The CLOUD Aircraft Act mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility and cost of equipping all military fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft with advanced air-to-air and air-to-ground collision detection systems. This study, conducted in coordination with the FAA, must specifically address aircraft operating frequently in busy domestic airspace. The Secretary of Defense is required to report the findings and recommendations to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

The "No Citizenship for Alien Invaders Act of 2025" amends naturalization requirements to explicitly bar any individual who entered the United States unlawfully from becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen. This new restriction overrides any other provision of immigration law that might otherwise allow for naturalization. In short, unlawful entry permanently disqualifies a person from becoming a citizen.

The PARENT Act of 2025 seeks to amend the definition of birthright citizenship under U.S. law. This legislation specifies that a child born in the U.S. is only automatically granted citizenship if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident at the time of birth. These changes would only apply to individuals born after the Act is officially enacted.

The Department of Government Efficiency Act, or DOGE Act, codifies Executive Order 14210 into permanent law. This action elevates the directives and rules established in the Executive Order to the full authority of a statute passed by Congress. Essentially, the provisions of the order are now legally binding requirements.

The Reinforcing Sanctions on Iranian Terrorists Act requires the President to determine whether to apply sanctions to the Iran Airports Company, which facilitates Mahan Air's operations, due to Mahan Air's support for terrorist activities and the Iranian government's destabilizing actions. This determination must be submitted to Congress within 90 days of the Act's enactment. The Act reinforces existing sanctions against Mahan Air, which has been identified as supporting the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps-Qods Force.

This bill authorizes the Department of State to protect its facilities and assets from drone threats by detecting, tracking, disrupting, and, if necessary, destroying drones. It mandates coordination with agencies like the FAA and FCC, requires adherence to constitutional protections, and includes congressional oversight through regular briefings and funding reports. The authorization terminates after seven years.

The "Embassy Construction Integrity Act of 2025" restricts the State Department from acquiring or leasing buildings for diplomatic posts abroad if a Chinese government-controlled entity was involved in its construction or has an ownership stake. It also restricts agreements with these entities for construction work on such buildings. The Secretary of State must notify Congress of any exceptions made in the interest of national security, along with justifications and risk mitigation plans.

The "Preventing SBA Assistance from Going to China Act" amends the Small Business Act to prevent businesses with significant ties to the People's Republic of China from being classified as a small business. A business is ineligible if it is based or incorporated in China, or if more than 25% of its voting stock is owned by Chinese citizens or entities. This ensures that SBA assistance is not directed towards businesses affiliated with the Chinese government.

The "DEI to DIE Act" eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and positions within the Federal Government, redirecting focus to individual merit and equal dignity. It mandates the termination of DEI initiatives across federal agencies, requiring detailed reports on DEI-related expenditures and activities. The Act also revises federal employment practices to ensure they reward individual skills and performance, and establishes a monitoring system to prevent the resurgence of DEI programs under different labels.

This bill amends House rules to allow staffers who are members of the armed forces and already hold a security clearance from the Department of Defense to be exempt from the limit on the number of employees in a Member's office who can have security clearances. This exemption applies to staffers working for members of specific House committees and subcommittees related to defense, homeland security, foreign affairs, and intelligence. The employee's security clearance level cannot be higher than their existing Department of Defense clearance or the highest level the office can sponsor.