Legislative Activity

The "Improving SCRA Benefit Utilization Act of 2025" aims to enhance financial literacy among servicemembers regarding their rights and protections under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). It mandates that servicemembers are notified of their SCRA benefits upon entering service and when called to active duty for more than 30 days. Additionally, the Act requires financial institutions to apply the maximum interest rate limit to all of a servicemember's debts incurred before military service and provide multiple avenues for submitting necessary documentation.

The "Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2024" amends existing law to include youth sports facilities as eligible public works projects. These projects aim to improve access to recreational spaces, particularly for children from low-income families in underserved communities, and to address the mental and physical health impacts of inactive lifestyles. The Act also seeks to boost economic development and create jobs through youth sports facilities, especially in communities lacking such resources.

The "Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act of 2025" mandates that detention agencies promptly notify the next of kin or emergency contact when an individual in their custody dies, becomes seriously ill, or is seriously injured. It requires the Attorney General to establish policies for federal detention agencies and to develop model policies for state, local, and tribal agencies, including best practices for collecting emergency contact information, timely notifications, and compassionate communication. The Act emphasizes the importance of upholding the dignity of incarcerated individuals and supporting their families during difficult times, but does not create legal obligations for emergency contacts or establish a private right of action.

The Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act redesignates the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park as the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and establishes the Ocmulgee Mounds National Preserve in Georgia. It allows the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land for the park and preserve from willing sellers, establishes an advisory council, and requires the development of a management plan that includes tribal interests. The Act also places approximately 126 acres of land owned by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation into trust and authorizes necessary appropriations for implementation.

The "Preventing Child Trafficking Act of 2025" aims to combat child trafficking by directing the Office for Victims of Crime, in collaboration with the Office on Trafficking in Persons, to continue implementing anti-trafficking recommendations. This includes developing strategies for prevention and survivor support, as well as setting measurable goals for related programs. The Director of the Office for Victims of Crime must report to the Senate and House Judiciary Committees on the progress made within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of Delta Air Lines, acknowledging its historical roots as the first aerial crop-dusting company and its evolution into a major global airline. It recognizes Delta's significant impact on connecting people worldwide, its commitment to community, and its achievements in service and reliability.

The Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act modifies the Department of Veterans Affairs' transportation grant program by including county and tribal organizations as eligible grant recipients. The bill sets the maximum grant amount to $60,000, but allows it to increase to $80,000 if a vehicle purchase is required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. It defines "rural" and "highly rural" using the Department of Agriculture's Rural-Urban Commuting Areas (RUCA) coding system and authorizes such sums as may be necessary.

The Births in Custody Reporting Act of 2025 (BCRA) mandates states to report anonymized, aggregate data to the Attorney General on pregnant inmates and those who give birth in custody. This includes details on pregnancy outcomes, prenatal care, use of restraints, and postpartum care. Non-compliant states may face a reduction in federal funding, which will be reallocated to compliant states. The Attorney General will then publish these reports, conduct a study, and report to Congress on improving the treatment of pregnant inmates.

The "Forest Data Modernization Act of 2025" aims to modernize forest inventory and analysis through updated methods, improved carbon data collection, and national consistency in standards. It mandates a strategic plan focusing on data integration, transparency, and expanded data collection using advanced technologies. The bill also ensures data accessibility while protecting confidentiality, requires regular statistical compilations, and establishes a data platform for external requests, along with annual progress reports. It also specifies remote sensing technologies and machine learning for improved data collection and modeling.

The "Supporting Victims of Human Trafficking Act" amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 to increase the allowable grant funding for administrative costs, technical assistance, and training activities. It raises the cap for administrative costs from 3% to 7% and for technical assistance and training from 5% to 10%, to strengthen program administration and budgeting. Additionally, it increases the amount of grant funding that can be used for direct victim services from 75% to 95%.