Legislative Activity

The Fast Track To and Through College Act establishes a competitive grant program to help states accelerate student progress toward postsecondary degrees. This funding supports partnerships that align high school and college systems to expand access to dual enrollment and early graduation scholarships. The bill also allows high school students in these pathways to access Federal Pell Grants to cover associated costs.

The Raising Awareness for Youth Suicide Prevention Act (RAYS Act) mandates that local school districts provide critical mental health and suicide prevention contact information on secondary student identification cards. This includes the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and the Crisis Text Line. For districts not issuing physical IDs, this information must be prominently displayed on their websites and regularly used digital platforms.

This bill amends the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the transmission facilitation program. It extends the program's authorization period, shifting the funding window from 2022–2026 to 2026–2031.

This bill officially designates January 9, 2026, as "National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers nationwide. It also establishes National Police Week and National Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15th) to commemorate officers who have died in the line of duty. The legislation encourages the President to issue annual proclamations recognizing these days and calls for flags to be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day.

The Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act mandates that the Department of Labor establish a comprehensive training program for its personnel to better identify and report suspected cases of human trafficking. This training must cover recognizing victims and establishing clear referral protocols to the Department of Justice. Furthermore, the Secretary of Labor is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the training provided and the number of trafficking cases referred.

This resolution condemns the People's Republic of China's coercive military and economic actions against Japan following statements regarding Taiwan. It reaffirms the strong U.S.-Japan alliance and commitment to regional stability. Furthermore, the bill calls on the PRC to cease its pressure tactics and urges the U.S. to work with allies to counter such coercion in the Indo-Pacific.

The AI OVERWATCH Act establishes strict new licensing requirements for exporting advanced integrated circuits to designated countries of concern, including China and Russia. This legislation mandates detailed national security certifications to Congress before any license can be approved for these high-performance technologies. Furthermore, the bill creates an exemption process for trusted U.S. companies while terminating existing licenses for these sensitive exports.

The Transnational Fentanyl Prevention Act mandates the Director of the CIA to produce a comprehensive intelligence assessment of the Sinaloa and Jalisco cartels. This report must detail their structure, smuggling operations, chemical sourcing, and methods for undermining counternarcotics efforts. The assessment will be delivered to key congressional committees within 90 days of enactment.

The Veterans’ Burial Improvement Act of 2025 makes several key changes to veterans' burial benefits. It permanently authorizes benefits like headstones and interment in national cemeteries for spouses and children who predecease active-duty service members. The bill also establishes new rules for the VA to pay for transporting the remains of certain deceased veterans and allows for the provision of group burial markers. Finally, it expands eligibility for burial in private cemeteries that accept VA allowances to include veterans who meet service requirements but lack sufficient active duty time for national cemetery burial.

The Military CARE Act establishes a digital system for military beneficiaries to easily file and track complaints regarding access to care at military medical facilities. It mandates the creation of an annual report analyzing these complaints to identify trends and inform improvements. This aims to enhance transparency and accountability in military healthcare access.

The CLEAR Act of 2025 aims to prevent the U.S. Forest Service from enforcing a specific recent rule concerning "Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions." This legislation effectively nullifies that particular regulation, removing its force and effect.

The VA Insurance Improvement Act expands eligibility for veterans life insurance by removing the service-connected disability requirement for all veterans under 81. It also mandates that the VA reimburse administrative costs for the Veterans Mortgage Life Insurance program. Finally, the bill ensures members of the Space Force are eligible for the Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance Traumatic Injury Protection (TSGLI) program.

This act, the Northern Mariana Islands Medicaid Advancement Act, establishes a new, increased federal Medicaid payment limit for the Northern Mariana Islands beginning in fiscal year 2026. This new limit will be calculated using the same formula currently applied to American Samoa.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.

The U.S. Vets of the FAS Act mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs furnish essential health services to veterans residing in the Freely Associated States. This requires the VA Secretary to quickly establish agreements to provide telehealth services and mail-order pharmaceuticals to these veterans. The bill sets a one-year timeline for implementing these services and requires regular reporting on progress and costs.

The Territories Health Equity Act of 2025 fundamentally restructures federal healthcare funding for U.S. territories by eliminating Medicaid funding caps and establishing new hospital support. It also reforms Medicare payment formulas in territories, particularly Puerto Rico, and creates pathways for residents to access affordable health insurance coverage. Overall, the bill aims to increase financial stability for territorial healthcare systems and improve access and affordability for residents.

The TASA Act of 2025 amends federal law to increase the U.S. government's share of airport development project costs to 95% under specific conditions. This higher federal funding applies to airports receiving essential air service or those located in U.S. territories that were eligible points in 1978. This legislation aims to provide enhanced financial support for critical airport infrastructure in these areas.

This resolution expresses support for designating December 4, 2025, as "National Scam Prevention Day." It calls for a coordinated, whole-of-government approach, in partnership with private industry, to combat scams. The bill emphasizes the need for educational campaigns to help the public identify and report fraudulent activities.

The No Robot Bosses Act regulates the use of automated decision systems (ADS) in employment-related decisions, requiring employers to conduct impact assessments and provide notice and human review rights to covered individuals. The bill establishes the Technology and Worker Protection Division within the Department of Labor to oversee enforcement, which includes creating a private right of action for violations. Furthermore, it prohibits employers from making final employment decisions solely based on an ADS output unless rigorous testing, validation, and human corroboration occur.

The "Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025" amends the Energy Conservation and Production Act to increase weatherization funding and program efficiency. It establishes a "Weatherization Readiness Program" to address structural and safety issues in low-income homes, preparing them for weatherization. The bill increases the average weatherization cost per dwelling to $12,000 and reauthorizes the weatherization assistance program through 2030. It allocates $50 million annually from 2026-2030 for the Weatherization Readiness Program.