Legislative Activity

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to submit a comprehensive report to Congress detailing the National Park Service's application of preservation standards for the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program over the last decade. The report must analyze processing times, outcomes, and user feedback related to historic preservation certification applications. Finally, the Secretary must provide recommendations for updating the standards to better facilitate affordable housing development and address modern challenges.

The Rhode Island Fishermen's Fairness Act of 2025 officially adds Rhode Island as a member state to the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council. This legislative change increases the total number of council members from 21 to 23. The Act ensures Rhode Island fishermen have representation in regional fishery management decisions.

The No Invading Allies Act strictly prohibits the President from using U.S. Armed Forces to invade or occupy territory belonging to Canada, Panama, or Greenland. Any military action against these nations requires prior authorization via a Congressional declaration of war, specific authorization, or in response to an immediate attack on the U.S. or its forces. Furthermore, the bill limits the expenditure of funds for such actions, reinforcing U.S. commitments to international rules and alliances.

This bill officially establishes "Golden Sea Bream" as an acceptable market name for the fish species *Stenotomus chrysops*. This change allows seafood sellers to use this common name on product labels without violating federal food labeling laws. Essentially, it provides a specific, approved alternative name for this particular fish.

The TRUST in Congress Act requires Members of Congress, their spouses, and their dependent children to place covered financial investments into qualified blind trusts to prevent conflicts of interest. The bill establishes strict deadlines for asset transfers and mandates public certification of compliance. These measures ensure that lawmakers cannot influence or benefit from their personal investments while serving in office.