Legislative Activity

The Election Results Accountability Act establishes strict, new deadlines for states to count and officially certify the results of federal elections. States must release initial results within 72 hours and finalize certification within two weeks of poll closure. Penalties for missing these deadlines include the loss of federal election assistance funds, unless the delay is due to specific, agreed-upon emergencies or technical issues.

The Cost-Share Accountability Act of 2025 mandates that the Department of Energy must regularly report on instances where it waives cost-sharing requirements for specific projects. These detailed reports must be submitted quarterly to relevant Congressional committees and simultaneously made available to the public. This ensures transparency regarding the use of the Secretary of Energy's waiver authority.

The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act establishes a national campaign to significantly boost the general public's understanding of cybersecurity best practices. This effort will focus on educating Americans on how to spot scams, use strong security tools like multi-factor authentication, and safely manage connected devices and apps. The goal is to strengthen national security and the economy by making everyday citizens more resilient against cyber threats.

The GRANTED Act of 2025 aims to expedite the approval process for federal easements, rights-of-way, and leases. It mandates that executive agencies must approve or deny complete applications by a set deadline, otherwise, the application is automatically approved. The bill clarifies the definition of a "complete" application and sets a 30-day timeframe for agencies to notify applicants of any missing information. These changes apply to applications received on or after the enactment date of this Act.

The "Medical Device Electronic Labeling Act" amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, permitting manufacturers to provide device labeling electronically, provided it is easily accessible. Paper copies must be available upon request without charge, and the device label itself must still comply with current regulations. The Secretary can implement additional requirements or exceptions for electronic labeling to ensure device safety and effectiveness.

The **SAFE Veterans Act of 2025** expands vocational rehabilitation benefits by allowing the Department of Veterans Affairs to approve non-degree flight training programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities. This legislation removes existing barriers that currently restrict flight training to degree-granting institutions, providing veterans with more flexible pathways to aviation careers.

The "988 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act" aims to protect the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline from cybersecurity threats by requiring the reporting of vulnerabilities and incidents. It mandates the program's network administrator and local crisis centers to report cybersecurity issues while adhering to privacy laws. Additionally, the Act orders a study on the cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities associated with the 988 Lifeline.

The Honor Our Living Donors Act removes financial barriers for organ donors by prohibiting the consideration of a recipient’s income during the reimbursement process and eliminating expectations of payment from recipients. Additionally, the bill mandates an annual report to Congress to ensure that federal grant programs provide sufficient funding to fully cover all qualifying expenses for living donors.

The "Finding Federal Savings Committee Resolution" establishes a new House committee focused on identifying and recommending the modification or elimination of underperforming or nonessential federal programs. This committee will be composed of members from key House committees and will operate under expedited legislative procedures to ensure efficient consideration of its recommendations. The goal is to streamline government spending by targeting inefficient programs, with the committee set to dissolve at the end of the 120th Congress.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment mandating that total federal spending cannot exceed total revenue in any fiscal year, unless a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate vote for a specific excess. It requires the President to propose a balanced budget annually and empowers Congress to enforce the amendment through legislation. The amendment defines total receipts and outlays, and will take effect five years after ratification.